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 Outlander ESFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
3.0L Engine
VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS (3.0L ENGINE)
| Item | CW6WX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LXYL2CS | ||||
| Vehicle dimension mm (in) | Overall length | 1 | 4, 665 (183.7) | |
| Overall width | 2 | 1, 800 (70.9) | ||
| Overall height (unladen) | Without roof rail | 3 | - | |
| With roof rail | 1, 720 (67.7) | |||
| Wheelbase | 4 | 2, 670 (105.1) | ||
| Tread-front | 5 | 1, 540 (60.6) | ||
| Tread-rear | 6 | 1, 540 (60.6) | ||
| Overhang-front | 7 | 990 (39.0) | ||
| Overhang-rear | 8 | 1, 005 (39.6) | ||
| Ground clearance | 9 | 215 (8.5) | ||
| Vehicle weight kg (lb) | Curb weight | 1, 645 (3, 626) | ||
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 2, 300 (5, 071) | |||
| Gross axle weight rating-front | 1, 090 (2, 403) | |||
| Gross axle weight rating-rear | 1, 270 (2, 800) | |||
| Seating capacity | 7 | |||
| Engine | Model No. | 6B31 | ||
| Type | SOHC MIVEC | |||
| Piston displacement cm3 (cu in) | 2, 998 (182.9) | |||
| Transaxle | Model No. | F6AJA | ||
| Type | FWD, INVECS-II 6A/T with sport mode | |||
| Fuel system | Fuel supply system | MFI | ||
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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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