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.
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander SE, 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 | 1.15 LBS. | 0.52 KG | HFC-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Automatic CVT Trans | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | DIA QUEEN CVTF-J4 | 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 80 Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Automatic CVT Trans | 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 | 2.4L Eng | w/Filter | 4.82 QTS. | 4.56 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 | 2.4L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 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 | 0.55 QTS. | 0.52 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | Use commercially-available windshield washer fluid only. | S | |||
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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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