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 Galant ESFACTORY 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 | 1.35 LBS. | 0.61 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.10 QTS. | 7.66 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DIAMOND SP III | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | As required. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | w/Reserve Tank | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or equivalent | Includes: .63 qt. in reserve tank. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.52 QTS. | 4.27 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 5W-20 | SAE 5W-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 | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 5W-20 | SAE 5W-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 | 17.70 GALS. | 67 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid | As required. | 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.