Mitsubishi Lancer 2008-2017

The Mitsubishi Lancer, spanning from 2008 to 2017, continued to build on its reputation as a practical and versatile compact sedan. Known for its aggressive styling, it featured a prominent front grille and distinctive design elements. This generation offered various trims and options, including the sportier Ralliart and high-performance Evolution models, catering to various driving preferences.

Inside, the Lancer provided a comfortable cabin with ample passenger room and a user-friendly infotainment system. Safety was a priority, with features like stability control and multiple airbags included across most trims. On the road, the Lancer delivered a balanced ride and responsive handling. Its reliability and durability made it popular for those seeking a well-rounded compact sedan. Overall, the Mitsubishi Lancer from this era continued to be a practical and stylish option in the competitive compact car segment.

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

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC

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

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.032″

Engine Coolant

• Type: Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalent

Manual Transaxle

• Capacity :7.4 qt (7.0 L)

CVT Fluid

• Capacity : 7.4 qt (7.0 L)

Twin Clutch/SST

• Capacity: 7.9 qt (7.5 L)

Fuel

• Except for RALLIART Capacity 15.5 gal (59.0 L)
• RALLIART Capacity:14.5 gal (55.0 L)

 Oil

• Type: ILSAC certification
• Vehicles without turbocharger: 4.2 qt (4.0 L)
• Vehicles with turbocharger: 5.1 qt (4.8 L)

Manual Transaxle

• Type: DiaQueen NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API classification GL-3 SAE 75W-80
• Capacity :2.6 qt (2.5 L)

Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

• Type:  DiaQueen CVTF-J1
• Capacity: 7.5 qt (7.1 L)

Twin Clutch SST

• Type: DiaQueen SSTF-I
• Capacity : 8.0 qt (7.6 L)

AWC control fluid

• Type: DIAMOND ATF SP III
• Capacity : .95 qt (0.9 L)

Rear differential oil

• Type: DiaQueen LSD gear oil
• Capacity : 0.58 qt (0.55 L)

Brake/Clutch

• ​​​​​​​Type: Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4

Washer fluid

• ​​​​​​​Capacity: 4.3 qt (4.0 L)

Refrigerant (air conditioning)

• Capacity: ​​​​​​​HFC-134a

Powertrain

Engine

• 1.3 L 4G13 I4
• 1.5 L 4G15 I4
• 1.6 L 4G18 I4
• 1.8 L 4G93 I4
• 1.8 L 4G93T turbo I4
• 2.0 L 4G94 I4
• 2.0 L 4G63 I4
• 2.4 L 4G69 I4

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
• 4-speed automatic
• 4-speed INVECS-II automatic
• CVT automatic (INVECS-III)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb: 1156
• LED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2827
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: HID-D2S
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9006

Rear Lights

• Back-Up Light Bulb: 7440
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 2825
• License Plate Light Bulb: 2825
• Outer Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Parking Light Bulb: 2827
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 7440NA
  • 7440
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: DE3022
• Map Light Bulb: DE3175
• Trunk Light Bulb: DE3022