1987 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

General Specifications

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Item Specification
Master cylinder Type Tandem type
I.D. mm (in) 23.81 (0.94)
Brake booster Type Vacuum type, single
Effective dia. of power cylinder mm (in) 252 (10)
Boosting ratio 5.5 {Pedal depression force: 663 N (149 lb)}
Front brakes Type (Disk brake nomenclature) Bremboβ„’ 4-opposed-piston ventilated disk (V8-Z4046)
Disk effective dia x thickness mm (in) 294 x 32 (11.6 x 1.3)
Cylinder I.D. mm (in) 40.0 (1.58) x 2, 46.0 (1.81) x 2
Brake pad thickness mm (in) 9.85 (0.39)
Clearance adjustment Automatic adjustment
Rear brakes Type (Disk brake nomenclature) Bremboβ„’ 2-opposed-piston ventilated disk (V7-X40)
Disk effective dia x thickness mm (in) 278 x 22 (10.9 x 0.9)
Cylinder I.D. mm (in) 40.0 (1.58) x 2
Brake pad thickness mm (in) 9.0 (0.35)
Clearance adjustment Automatic adjustment
Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4
Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.