INTRODUCTION
Use this article to quickly find specifications related to servicing and on-vehicle adjustments. This is a quick reference article to use when you are familiar with an adjustment procedure and only need a specification.
CAPACITIES
| Application | Group Size | CCA Rating |
|---|
| All Models | 24R | 430 |
Note. Refill capacities are approximate. Correct fluid level should be determined by mark on dipstick, if applicable.
| Application | Quantity |
|---|
| Automatic Transaxle (1) | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) |
| Cooling System (Includes Heater & Reserve Tank) |
| 1.5L | 5.3 Qts. (5.0L) |
| 1.8L | 6.3 Qts. (6.0L) |
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) |
| 1.5L | 3.5 Qts. (3.3L) |
| 1.8L | 4.0 Qts. (3.8L) |
| Manual Transaxle (SAE 75W-85/API GL-4) |
| 5-Speed | 1.9 Qts. (1.8L) |
| Power Steering (Dexron-II) | 1.9 Pts. (.9L) |
| (1) Fill with Mitsubishi Plus, Mopar Plus, or Dexron-II type automatic transmission fluid. |
| (1) | Fill with Mitsubishi Plus, Mopar Plus, or Dexron-II type automatic transmission fluid. |
SERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONS
| Component | Miles |
|---|
| Air Filter | 30,000 |
| Automatic Transaxle Fluid | 30,000 |
| Coolant | 30,000 |
| Oil | 7500 |
| Oil Filter | 15,000 |
| Spark Plugs | 30,000 |
| Timing Belt | 60,000 |
| Application | (1) Deflection New Belt - In. (mm) | (1) Deflection Used Belt - In. (mm) |
|---|
| 1.5L |
| Alternator | .22-.28 (5.5-7.0) | .31 (7.8) |
| A/C | .20-.24 (5.0-6.0) | .24-.28 (6.0-7.0) |
| P/S | .16-.22 (4.0-5.5) | .22-.30 (5.5-7.6) |
| 1.8L |
| Alternator | .28-.34 (7.0-8.5) | .37 (9.5) |
| P/S (W/O A/C) | .22-.24 (5.5-6.0) | .27-.30 (6.8-7.6) |
| P/S (With A/C) | .30-.35 (7.6-9.0) | .37-.45 (9.5-11.5) |
| (1) With 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on belt run. |
| (1) | With 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on belt run. |
ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature at specified cranking speed, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.
| Application (1) | Specification |
|---|
| Compression Ratio |
| 1.5L (VIN A) | 9.2:1 |
| 1.8L (VIN C) | 9.5:1 |
| Compression Pressure |
| 1.5L (VIN A) |
| Colt, Colt 200 & Summit | 194 psi (13.6 kg/cm 2 ) |
| Mirage | 192 psi (13.4 kg/cm 2 ) |
| 1.8L (VIN C) | 199 psi (13.9 kg/cm 2 ) |
| Maximum Variation Between Cylinders | 14 psi (1.0 kg/cm 2 ) |
| (1) See ENGINE/VIN ID article in this section for VIN information. |
| (1) | See ENGINE/VIN ID article in this section for VIN information. |
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
VALVE CLEARANCE
Note. Valve adjustment is required on 1.5L and 1.8L engines only. Check adjustment at 15,000 mile intervals.
| Application | (1) In. (mm) |
|---|
| 1.5L (VIN A) Hot Engine |
| Intake | .008 (.20) |
| Exhaust | .010 (.25) |
| 1.8L (VIN C) Hot Engine |
| Intake | .008 (.20) |
| Exhaust | .012 (.30) |
| (1) Adjust valves with engine hot. |
| (1) | Adjust valves with engine hot. |
VALVE CLEARANCE SPECIFICATIONS
IGNITION COIL
| Application | Primary | Secondary |
|---|
| 1.5L (VIN A) | .9-1.2 | 20,000-29,000 |
| 1.8L (VIN C) | .9-1.2 | 20,000-29,000 |
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
| Application (1) | Ohms |
|---|
| 1.5L (VIN A) |
| Coil Wire | (2) |
| No. 1 Wire | 11,500 |
| No. 2 Wire | 9100 |
| No. 3 Wire | 9000 |
| No. 4 Wire | 6600 |
| 1.8L (VIN C) |
| Coil Wire | (2) |
| No. 1 Wire | 12,500 |
| No. 2 Wire | 11,700 |
| No. 3 Wire | 9300 |
| No. 4 Wire | 8500 |
| (1) See ENGINE/VIN ID article in this section for VIN information. (2) Information is not available from manufacturer. |
| (1) | See ENGINE/VIN ID article in this section for VIN information. |
| (2) | Information is not available from manufacturer. |
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
SPARK PLUGS
| Application | Nippondenso No. |
|---|
| 1.5L (VIN A) |
| Mirage | W16EPR-11 |
| Except Mirage | W20EPR-11 |
| 1.8L (VIN C) | K16PR-U11 |
| Application | Gap In. (mm) | Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|
| All Models | 039-.043 (1.0-1.1) | 15-21 (20-30) |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS
FIRING ORDER
| WARNING | On many models, improper arrangement of spark plug wires will cause miss firing and surge during high-speed operation. Ensure spark plug wires are routed as shown. |
Scheme 1
Scheme 1: Firing Order & Plug Wire Routing (1.5L)
Scheme 2
Scheme 2: Firing Order & Plug Wire Routing (1.8L)
IGNITION TIMING
| Application | (1) Basic | (2) (3) Actual |
|---|
| 1.5L |
| Colt, Colt 200 & Summit | 5 @ 650-850 | 10 @ 650-850 |
| Mirage | 3-7 @ 650-850 | 10 @ 650-850 |
| 1.8L | 3-7 @ 650-850 | 5 @ 650-850 |
| (1) With ignition timing adjustment connector grounded or vacuum hose (farthest from distributor) disconnected. (2) With ignition timing adjustment connector ungrounded or vacuum hose (farthest from distributor) connected. Ignition timing may fluctuate. (3) If vehicle altitude is more than 2300 ft. above sea level, actual timing may be advanced. |
| (1) | With ignition timing adjustment connector grounded or vacuum hose (farthest from distributor) disconnected. |
| (2) | With ignition timing adjustment connector ungrounded or vacuum hose (farthest from distributor) connected. Ignition timing may fluctuate. |
| (3) | If vehicle altitude is more than 2300 ft. above sea level, actual timing may be advanced. |
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)
FUEL PUMP
| Application | At Idle w/Vacuum psi (kg/cm 2 ) | At Idle w/o Vacuum psi (kg/cm 2 ) |
|---|
| All Models | 38 (2.6) | 47-50 (3.3-3.5) |
INJECTOR RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
|---|
| All Models | 13-16 |
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
| Application | (1) Volts |
|---|
| Mirage | .48-.52 |
| All Others | .4-1.0 |
| (1) At idle. |
