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.
2020 Mitsubishi Outlander SP, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 3.80 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 56 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.20 LBS. | 0.54 KG | HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Automatic CVT Trans | 7.30 QTS. | 6.9 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 | 0.42 QTS. | 0.39 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.4L Eng | w/Filter | 4.82 QTS. | 4.56 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil | 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. If SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil is not available, 5W-20 grade oils displaying the ILSAC certification can be used. | S |
| Engine Oil | 2.4L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | ILSAC, API - SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil | 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. If SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Engine Oil is not available, 5W-20 grade oils displaying the ILSAC certification can be used. | S |
| Fuel Tank | FWD | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.48 QTS. | 0.45 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 | |||
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.