Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
