ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this manual for classification of model types
M/T: Indicates manual transaxle, or models equipped with manual transaxle.
A/T: Automatic transaxle, or models equipped with automatic transaxle.
MFI: Multiport fuel injection, or engines equipped with multiport fuel injection.
2.4L engine: 2.4 liter < 4G69 > engine, or a model equipped with such an engine.
3.8L engine: 3.8 liter < 6G75 > engine, or a model equipped with such an engine.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CODE CHART PLATE
Vehicle identification numbers contain 17 digits. The vehicle number is a code which tells country, make, vehicle type, etc.
Scheme 1
| NO. | ITEM | CONTENT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country | 4: USA |
| 2 | Make | A: Mitsubishi |
| 3 | Vehicle type | 3: Passenger car |
| 4 | Others | A: Driver and passenger air bags |
| 5 | Line | K: ECLIPSE |
| 6 | Price class | 2: Low |
| 3: Medium | ||
| 7 | Body | 4: 3-door hatchback |
| 8 | Engine | F: 2.4L (4G69) MIVEC |
| T: 3.8L (6G75) MIVEC | ||
| 9 | Check digits (1) | 0, 1, 2, 3, -----------9, X |
| 10 | Model year | 6: 2006 year |
| 11 | Plant | E: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. |
| 12 | Serial number | 000001 to 999999 |
| (1) Check digit means a single number, or letter X, used to verify the accuracy of transcription of vehicle identification number. | ||
| (1) | Check digit means a single number, or letter X, used to verify the accuracy of transcription of vehicle identification number. |
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CODE CHART
HOW TO PERFORM VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) WRITING
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is stored in the ECM or PCM by the vehicle manufacture. If the VIN to be stored in the ECM or PCM is eliminated fraudulently, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON or Check Engine Lamp) illuminates and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) No.P0630 (VIN malfunction) is shown. When the ECM or PCM is replaced, and entry of the VIN necessary due to DTC No. P0630 (VIN malfunction). Enter the VIN in accordance with the procedure as follows