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2004 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.0L SOHC
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.0L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
ENGINE OIL (CHANGE)
Use the specified oil.
1. After warming up the engine, remove the oil filler cap.
WARNING: Use care as oil could be hot.
2. Remove the drain plug to allow the engine oil to drain.
3. Replace the drain plug gasket with a new one, and then tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 39 ± 5 N.m (29 ± 4 ft-lb)
NOTE: Install the drain plug gasket so it faces in the direction shown in the illustration.
4. Pour new engine oil in through the oil filler.
Engine oil capacity:
- 3.8 cu.dm (4.0 quarts)
[add 0.3 cu.dm (0.32 quarts) if replacing the oil filter.]
5. Start the engine and run it at idle for a few minutes.
6. Stop the engine and check to ensure that the engine oil level is within the level range indicated on the dip stick.
Use the specified oil.
1. After warming up the engine, remove the oil filler cap.
WARNING: Use care as oil could be hot.
2. Remove the drain plug to allow the engine oil to drain.
3. Replace the drain plug gasket with a new one, and then tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 39 ± 5 N.m (29 ± 4 ft-lb)
NOTE: Install the drain plug gasket so it faces in the direction shown in the illustration.
4. Pour new engine oil in through the oil filler.
Engine oil capacity:
- 3.8 cu.dm (4.0 quarts)
[add 0.3 cu.dm (0.32 quarts) if replacing the oil filter.]
5. Start the engine and run it at idle for a few minutes.
6. Stop the engine and check to ensure that the engine oil level is within the level range indicated on the dip stick.
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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.