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.
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Maintenance Service For Proper Vehicle Performance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR PROPER VEHICLE PERFORMANCE
| NO. | GENERAL MAINTENANCE | SERVICE INTERVALS | KILOMETERS IN THOUSANDS | 24 | 48 | 72 | 96 | 120 | 144 | 168 | 192 | 216 | 240 |
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| MILEAGE IN THOUSANDS | 15 | 30 | 45 | 60 | 75 | 90 | 105 | 120 | 135 | 150 | |||
| MONTHS | 15 | 30 | 45 | 60 | 75 | 90 | 105 | 120 | 135 | 150 | |||
| 9 | Engine oil | Turbo | Change | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | |||||||||
| 10 | Engine oil filter | Turbo | Replace | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | |||||||||
| 11 | Manual transaxle oil | Check oil level | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
| Change | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 12 | Transfer oil | Check oil level | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
| Change | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 13 | Reserve tank for ACD*6 | Check fluid level | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 14 | Engine coolant | Change | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
| 15 | Coolant hoses (radiator hose, heater hose) | Inspect | X | X | X | ||||||||
| Replace | X | X | |||||||||||
| 16 | Disc brake pads, rotors | Inspect for wear | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | ||||||||||
| 17 | Brake hoses | Check for deterioration or leaks | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 18 | Ball joint and steering linkage seals | Inspect for grease leaks and damage | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| 19 | Suspension system | Inspect for looseness and damage | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | ||||||||||
| 20 | Driveshaft boots | Inspect for grease leaks and damage | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | ||||||||||
| 21 | Rear axle oil | With LSD *5 | Change | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
| 22 | Tires | Rotate | Every 5 months or every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) | ||||||||||
| 23 | Air purifier filter | Replace | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
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NOTE:
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: For California, Massachusetts, Vermont and Maine, this maintenance is recommended but not required to maintain the emissions warranty.
*2 : This maintenance is not required if previously replaced. *3 : This maintenance is recommended but is not required to maintain the emissions warranty. *4 : In case of replaced at 96,000 km (60 miles) *5 : LSD (Limited Slip Differential) *6 : ACD (Active Center Differential) |
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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.
