FLUID CAPACITIES (LANCER)

Application

Quantity

Automatic Transaxle ⁽¹⁾

8.1 Qts. (7.7L)

Crankcase (Includes Filter) ⁽²⁾

Lancer

4.0 Qts. (3.8L)

Lancer Evolution

5.4 Qts. (L)

Cooling System (Includes Heater & Reserve Tank) ⁽³⁾

6.3 Qts. (6.0L)

Differential ⁽⁴⁾

0.6 Qts. (0.6L)

Manual Transaxle ⁽⁵⁾

Lancer

2.3 Qts. (2.2L)

Lancer Evolution

3.0 Qts. (2.8L)

Transfer Case Fluid ⁽⁴⁾

1.2 Pts. (0.6L)

Power Steering ⁽¹⁾⁽⁶⁾

2.2 Pts. (1.0L)

⁽¹⁾	For automatic transaxle and Lancer power steering system, use Diamond ATF SP III.

⁽²⁾	Use EOLCS certified, API SJ EC or SJ/CD EC rated SAE 5W-30 engine oil.

⁽³⁾	Use Long-Life coolant or high quality ethylene glycol coolant.

⁽⁴⁾	If conventional differential, use API GL-5 or higher rated 80W-90 hypoid gear oil. If limited slip differential, use Mitsubishi Genuine Gear Oil (8149630EX) or equivalent.

⁽⁵⁾	Use API GL-4 SAE 75W-90 or 75W-85W hypoid gear oil.

⁽⁶⁾	On Lancer Evolution use Mitsubishi power steering fluid.

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.

Safety Warning

Fluid Capacities (Lancer)