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.
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MRFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.20 QTS. | 7.76 L | DIA QUEEN CVTF-J1 | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or equivalent | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.52 QTS. | 4.27 L | API - SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 and SAE 10W-30 | API - SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 and SAE 10W-30 engine oil can be used in outdoors temperatures ranging from 0Deg to 100Deg (-18 to 38Deg C). However for optimum fuel economy and cold starting select the low SAE viscosity grade oil for the expected temperature range. SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | API - SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 and SAE 10W-30 | API - SAE 5W-20, SAE 5W-30 and SAE 10W-30 engine oil can be used in outdoors temperatures ranging from 0Deg to 100Deg (-18 to 38Deg C). However for optimum fuel economy and cold starting select the low SAE viscosity grade oil for the expected temperature range. SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 15.50 GALS. | 58.67 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | DIA QUEEN New Multi Gear Oil. API - GL-3, SAE 75W-80 | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.06 QTS. | 1 L | MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. | 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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