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.
1998 Mitsubishi MonteroFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Group Size | CCA Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamante | 57NAS | 520 | ||
| Eclipse | 86 | 430 Or (1) 525 | ||
| Galant | D26 | 490 | ||
| Mirage | 55B24L | 433 | ||
| Montero | 75D26R-MF | 490 | ||
| Montero Sport | 75D23R | 520 | ||
| 3000GT | 75D23R-MF | 520 | ||
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NOTE:
Refill capacities are approximate. Correct fluid level should be determined by mark on dipstick, if applicable.
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic Transaxle (Mitsubishi Plus/Mopar Plus/Dexron-II) | ||||||||
| Diamante | 9.0 Qts. (8.5L) | |||||||
| Eclipse | ||||||||
| 2.0L | ||||||||
| Non-Turbo | 9.1 Qts. (8.6L) | |||||||
| Turbo | 7.1 Qts. (6.7L) | |||||||
| 2.4L | 6.4 Qts. (6.1L) | |||||||
| Galant | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) | |||||||
| Mirage | 8.2 Qts. (7.8L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | 7.9 Qts. (7.5L) | |||||||
| Automatic Transmission | ||||||||
| (Mitsubishi Plus/Mopar Plus/Dexron II) | ||||||||
| Montero | 10.0 Qts. (9.8L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | 10.4 Qts. (9.8L) | |||||||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater & Reserve Tank) | ||||||||
| Diamante | 10 Qts. (9.5L) | |||||||
| Eclipse & Galant | 7.4 Qts. (7.0L) | |||||||
| Mirage | ||||||||
| 1.5L | 5.3 Qts. (5.0L) | |||||||
| 1.8L | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) | |||||||
| Montero | 10.0 Qts. (9.5L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | ||||||||
| 2.4L | ||||||||
| With Rear Heater | 9.5 Qts. (9.0L) | |||||||
| Without Rear Heater | 8.5 Qts. (8.0L) | |||||||
| 3.0L | ||||||||
| With Rear Heater | 10.6 Qts. (10.0L) | |||||||
| Without Rear Heater | 9.5 Qts. (9.0L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | 8.5 Qts. (8.0L) | |||||||
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | ||||||||
| Diamante | 4.5 Qts. (4.3L) | |||||||
| Eclipse | ||||||||
| Non-Turbo | 4.5 Qts. (4.3L) | |||||||
| 2.0L Turbo | 4.6 Qts. (4.4L) | |||||||
| Galant | 4.5 Qts. (4.3L) | |||||||
| Mirage | ||||||||
| 1.5L | 3.5 Qts. (3.3L) | |||||||
| 1.8L | 4.0 Qts. (3.8L) | |||||||
| Montero | (1) 5.0 Qts. (4.8L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | ||||||||
| 2.4L | 4.5 Qts. (4.3L) | |||||||
| 3.0L | 5.2 Qts. (4.9L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | ||||||||
| Non-Turbo | 4.5 Qts. (4.3L) | |||||||
| Turbo | 5.0 Qts. (4.6L) | |||||||
| Differential (SAE 80W-90/API GL-5) | ||||||||
| Eclipse | .9 Qt. (.8L) | |||||||
| Montero | ||||||||
| Front | 1.3 Qts. (1.2L) | |||||||
| Rear | 3.3 Qts. (3.2L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | ||||||||
| Front | 1.2 Qts. (1.1L) | |||||||
| Rear | ||||||||
| 2.4L | 1.6 Qts. (1.5L) | |||||||
| 3.0L | 2.7 Qts. (2.6L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | 1.2 Qts. (1.1L) | |||||||
| Manual Transaxle (SAE 75W-85/API GL-4) | ||||||||
| Eclipse | ||||||||
| Non-Turbo (2) | 2.1 Qts. (2.0L) | |||||||
| Turbo | ||||||||
| AWD | 2.4 Qts. (2.3L) | |||||||
| FWD | 2.1 Qts. (2.0L) | |||||||
| Galant | 2.3 Qts. (2.2L) | |||||||
| Mirage | ||||||||
| 1.5L | 2.2 Qts. (2.1L) | |||||||
| 1.8L | 2.3 Qts. (2.2L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | ||||||||
| AWD | 2.5 Qts. (2.4L) | |||||||
| FWD | 2.4 Qts. (2.3L) | |||||||
| Manual Transmission (SAE 75W-85/API GL-4) | ||||||||
| Montero | 3.3 Qts. (3.2L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | 2.4 Qts. (2.3L) | |||||||
| Power Steering (Dexron-II) | ||||||||
| 3000GT W/4-Wheel Steering | 3.2 Pts. (1.5L) | |||||||
| Montero | 2.2 Pts. (1.1L) | |||||||
| All Others | 1.9 Pts. (.9L) | |||||||
| Transfer Case (SAE 75W-85/API GL-4) | ||||||||
| Eclipse (AWD) | 1.1 Pts. (.5L) | |||||||
| Montero | 5.0 Pts. (2.5L) | |||||||
| Montero Sport | 4.6 Pts. (2.3L) | |||||||
| 3000GT | .7 Pt. (.3L) | |||||||
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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.
