Mitsubishi Eclipse 2006-2012

The Mitsubishi Eclipse, spanning from 2006 to 2012, represented the fifth generation of this sporty and compact coupe. The Eclipse underwent significant changes during this period, adopting a more modern and curvier design language. Its exterior featured bold styling elements, including a pronounced front grille, sleek headlights, and sculpted body lines, lending it a contemporary appearance. The Eclipse is available as both a coupe and a Spyder convertible and catered to a diverse range of driving preferences.

The Eclipse offered a driver-centric layout with comfortable seating and well-organized controls inside the cabin. Mitsubishi focused on enhancing driving dynamics, resulting in a car with responsive handling and precise steering. While this generation saw the discontinuation of the high-performance Eclipse GSX trim, it still offered various engine options to suit different tastes, from the base model's efficiency to the more spirited performance of the GT trim. Overall, the 2006-2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse maintained its reputation as an accessible and enjoyable sports car, balancing style and agility for enthusiasts and everyday drivers alike.

Mitsubishi Eclipse specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 2.4L 4-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 26-32 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.4L 4-Cylinder: 0.032″

Engine 3.8L 6-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 26-32 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.8L 6-Cylinder: 0.032″

Engine Coolant

• Type: Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalent
• Capacity
  • 2.4 Liter
    • Capacity: Manual Transmission: 9.3 quarts
    • Capacity: Automatic Transmission: 9.2 quarts
  • 3.8 Liter
    • Capacity: Manual Transmission: 8.6 quarts
    • Capacity: Automatic Transmission: 8.5 quarts

Fuel

• Capacity: 17.7 Gallons ( 67 Liters)

Automatic Transaxle

• Type: DIAMOND ATF SP III
• Capacity
  • ​​​​​4A/T 8.1 qt (7.7 L)
  • 5A/T 8.9 qt (8.4 L)

Manual Transaxle

• Type: DiaQueen NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API classification GL-3 SAE 75W-80
• Capacity:
  • 5M/T 2.3 qt (2.2 L)
  • 6M/T 2.1 qt (2.0 L)

Brake Fluid

• Type: Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4

A/C  Refrigerant

• Type: R134A
• Capacity : 4.2 qt (4.0 L)

Washer Fluid

• Capacity: 4.2 qt (4.0 L)

Powertrain

Engine

• 2.0 L 140 hp (104 kW) 420A I4
• 2.4 L 141 hp (105 kW) 4G64 I4
• 2.4 L 141 hp (105 kW) 4G64 I4

Transmission

• 4-speed automatic
• 5-speed manual

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• LED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9145
• Front Side Marker Light Bulb
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
  • 194NA
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
  • 3156AK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H13, HID-D1S

Rear Exterior Lights

• Back-Up Light Bulb:3156K
• Brake Light Bulb: LED
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
  • 194NA
• Rear Side marker Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb  
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157AK

Interior Lights

• Courtesy Light Bulb: 74
• Glove Box Light Bulb: 74
• Trunk Light Bulb: DE3022