ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in service information for classification of model types
M/T: Manual transaxle, or models equipped with manual transaxle.
MFI: Multiport fuel injection, or engines equipped with multiport fuel injection.
AWD: 4-wheel drive vehicles.
A/C: Air conditioning.
2.0L Engine: 2.0 liter < 4G63 > engine, or a model equipped with such an engine.
ECM: Engine control module.
SWS: Simplified Wiring System.
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VEHICLES IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LOCATION
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is located on a plate attached to the left top side of the instrument panel.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CODE CHART PLATE
All vehicle identification numbers contain 17 digits. The vehicle number is a code which tells country, make, vehicle type, etc.
| NO. | ITEMS | CONTENTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country | J: Japan |
| 2 | Make | A: Mitsubishi |
| 3 | Vehicle type | 3: Passenger car |
| 4 | Others | A: Driver and passenger air bags |
| 5 | Line | H: LANCER AWD |
| 6 | Price class | 8: Sports |
| 7 | Body 6 | 4-door sedan |
| 8 | Engine | F: 2.0L |
| 9 | Check digits (1) | 0, 1, 2, 3, -------9, X |
| 10 | Model year | 3: 2003 year |
| 11 | Plant | U: Mizushima |
| 12 | Serial number | 000001 to 999999 |
| (1) Check digit means a singles number or letter X used to verify the accuracy of transcription of vehicle identification number. | ||
| (1) | Check digit means a singles number or letter X used to verify the accuracy of transcription of vehicle identification number. |
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CODE CHART PLATE
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Oil Identification Symbol
Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark ("Starburst" symbol) on the container.
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If these oils are not available, an API classification SL or SL/CF can be used.
