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.
2011 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | PAG 56 | See Underhood Decal. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 0.53 QTS. | 0.5 L | API - GL-5, SAE 90W Hypoid Gear Oil | Above 10Deg.F (-23Deg.C) SAE90, 85W90, 80W-90, From -30Deg.F (-34Deg.C) to -10Deg.F (-23Deg.C) SAE 80W, 80W-90, Below -30 Deg.F (-34Deg.C) SAE 75W. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/Reserve Tank | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | DIA QUEEN super long life coolant premium or equivalent | High quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology. Reserve tank: 0.69 qt. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.55 QTS. | 4.3 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 4.23 QTS. | 4 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 | SAE 0W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. If it's not available the ILSAC certification oil of other viscosity grades can be used temporarily. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | AWD | 15.90 GALS. | 60.18 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.52 QTS. | 0.49 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | 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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