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.
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.70 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 5 Spd Trans | 8.90 QTS. | 8.42 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DIAMOND SP III | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.4L Eng,Standard Trans | 9.30 QTS. | 8.8 L | Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.4L Eng | w/Filter | 4.52 QTS. | 4.27 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 5W-20 | API - SAE 5W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. SAE 10W-30 may be used when the normal operating temperature is above 100Deg. F (38Deg. C). | S |
| Engine Oil | 2.4L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 5W-20 | API - SAE 5W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum fuel economy and cold starting. SAE 10W-30 may be used when the normal operating temperature is above 100Deg. F (38Deg. C). | S |
| Fuel Tank | 17.70 GALS. | 67 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.30 QTS. | 2.17 L | DIA QUEEN New Multi Gear Oil. API - GL-3, SAE 75W-80 | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | Genuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid or ATF DEXRON III or DEXRON II | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | 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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