Mitsubishi Pajero / Montero 2006-2021

The Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero, spanning from 2006 to 2021, continued to be a rugged and versatile SUV known for its off-road prowess and on-road comfort. This generation featured a sleeker, more modern exterior design while retaining its body-on-frame construction, ensuring durability and strength. Inside, the cabin offered spacious seating, with some configurations accommodating up to seven passengers, and a well-designed dashboard with intuitive controls and ample storage. Technological advancements brought features like touchscreen infotainment systems, advanced safety technologies, and connectivity options.

Off-road enthusiasts appreciated the Pajero/Montero's advanced four-wheel-drive systems, including a selectable 4WD mode, locking differentials, and multi-mode traction control. These capabilities, combined with a robust suspension system, made it a capable vehicle for conquering challenging terrains. It provided a comfortable and smooth ride on the road, with various engine options delivering adequate power and efficiency. The 2006-2021 Pajero/Montero continued to uphold Mitsubishi's reputation for producing dependable and capable SUVs, making it a popular choice for daily commutes and off-road adventures.

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

Engine 3.8L 6-Cylinder

• Recommended oil viscosity:5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 26-32 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 5 quarts
• Spark plug gap: 0.032″

Engine Coolant

• Type: DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT or equivalent
• Without rear air conditioning
  • Capacity: 9.0 L
• With rear air conditioning
  • Capacity:10.5L

Oil

• 3000 models:
  • Capacity 4.3 L
• 3200 models:
  • Capacity:7.5 L
• 3800 models
  • Capacity:4.3L

Fuel

• 3-door models:
  • Capacity: 69 L
• 5-door models
  • Capacity: 88 L

Automatic Transmission Fluid

• 3000 and 3800 models
  • Type: DIA QUEEN ATF SP III
  • Capacity: 9.7 L
• 3200 models1
  • Type: DIA QUEEN ATF-PA
  • Capacity: 10.9 liters

Manual Transmission Oil

• ​​​​​​​Type: Gear oil API classification GL-3 SAE 75W-85 or Gear oil API classification GL-4 SAE 75W-85
• Capacity: 3.2 L

Transfer Oil

• ​​​​​​​Type: Gear oil API classification GL-3 SAE 75W-85 or Gear oil API classification GL-4 SAE 75W-85
• Capacity 2.8 L

Differential oil

• Type: Gear oil API classification GL-5 or higher SAE 80W
• Front Differential Gear Oil
  • Capacity: 1.15 L
• Rear Differential Gear Oil
  • Capacity: 1.16 L

Brake Fluid

• Type: Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4

Clutch Fluid

• Type: Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4

Power Steering Fluid

• Type: Genuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid or ATF DEXRON III/DEXRON II

Washer Fluid

• Front Washer Tank: 5.1L
• Rear Washer  Tank: 1.4 L
• Refrigerant (Air Conditioning)
  • Type: HFC-134a
  • Without rear air conditioning
    • Capacity::530 – 570 g

Powertrain

Engine

• 2.4 L 4G64 I4 (China)
• 2.8 L 4M40 TD I4
• 3.2 L 4M41 Di-D I4
• 3.0 L 6B31 V6 (China)
• 3.0 L 6G72 V6
• 3.5 L 6G74 V6
• 3.8 L 6G75 MIVEC V6

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
• 4-speed automatic
• 5-speed automatic V5A51
• 5-speed automatic V5AFW (A750F)

Front Lights

• LED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9006
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb:9003

Rear Lights

• Back-Up Light Bulb: 7440
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 921
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 2825
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA

Interior Lights

• Courtesy Light Bulb
  • 2825
  • DE3022
  • DE3175
• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: DE3175