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.
1988 Mitsubishi Starion ESI-R, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.6L Eng | 7.60 QTS. | 7.19 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.6L Eng | 1.40 QTS. | 1.32 L | Cars w/o limited-slip differential, use API Classification GL-5, SAE 90. Cars w/a limited-slip differential, use Mitsubishi Genuine Gear Oil (Pt. No. 8149630EX or equivalent). | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.6L Eng | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | 50/50 mixture of High quality ethylene-glycol antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.6L Eng | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF/CC. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.6L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF/CC. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.6L Eng | w/Oil Cooler | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF/CC. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 2.6L Eng | 19.80 GALS. | 74.95 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.6L Eng | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | API - Classification GL-4, GL-5, SAE 75W-85W | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 2.6L Eng | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
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:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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