Is a mandatory part of the plan Maintenance. Many drivers, relying on the unpretentiousness of the car engine " Mitsubishi Outlander", this procedure is neglected in order to save money. Such carelessness leads to a reduction in engine life and deterioration performance characteristics. In addition to the frequency of replacement, it is important to select the correct lubricant for the type of engine. Non-compliance leads to poor performance and increased consumption gasoline. If the intensity of vehicle use does not require replacement more than once a year, then it makes sense to use all-season options. The type of oil recommended for the Outlander is 5w40 - an all-season type, applicable in wide range temperatures: from -30 to +40 degrees Celsius.
Correct oil change Mitsubishi engine Outlander requires oil changes only on an ascending system.
How to determine when it's time for replacement
- bad weather: sudden temperature changes, high humidity, severe frosts;
- unfavorable external environment: dirt, dust;
- engine operation under high load;
- driving short distances in heavy traffic with frequent stops, especially in cold weather.
In the Outlander XL, the 3-liter version of the model, it is also recommended once every 10 - 15 thousand km. You also need to do this at least once a year, even if during this time you have not reached the stated mileage. Despite the fact that the shelf life of most brands is about 5 years, while in the engine the oil comes into contact with the environment and oxidizes. It also accumulates soot, water, remnants of unburned fuel, dust, engine wear products and decomposition products of the lubricant itself. The components that provide viscosity lose their effectiveness over time due to oxidation, which leads to various deposits and engine contamination. Therefore, the decision to replace should be made not only based on mileage and operating conditions, but also depending on the time since the previous maintenance.
How to choose the right oil
There are a number of recommended oils for the Mitsubishi Outlander, the choice of which depends on the operating temperature. The higher the temperature, the greater the viscosity it must have in order to maintain sufficient pressure. Recommended types of oils are shown in the table:
| Quality standard | Temperature range | Recommended oil |
| "Mitsubishi Outlander" 2003 - 2006 | ||
| Class A1-A3 according to ACEA | below -35 – +50° C and above | 5W40 |
| below -35 – +40° С | 0W30, 5W30 | |
| -25 – +40 С° | 10W30 | |
| -25 – +50 С° and above | 10W40, 10W50 | |
| -15 – +50 C° and above | 15W40, 15W50 | |
| -10 – +50 C° and above | 20W40, 20W50 | |
| "Mitsubishi Outlander" with turbocharging | ||
| Class A1-A3 according to ACEA | Below -25° C | 5W30 |
| Type SG and higher according to API | -25 – +40° С | 10W30 |
| -25 – +50° C and above | 10W40 | |
| -15 – +50° C and above | 15W40 | |
| -10 – +50° C and above | 20W40 | |
| "Mitsubishi Outlander XL" | ||
| ILSAC certified | Similar to "Outlander" 2003 - 2006 | |
| Type SG and higher according to API | ||
| "Outlander 3" | ||
| A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5 according to ACEA | below -35 – +50° C and above | 0W20, 0W30, 5W30, 5W40 |
| ILSAC GF5 certified | -25 – +50° C and above | 10W30, 10W40, 10W50 |
| SM and higher by API | -15 – +50° C and above | 15W40, 15W50 |
| -10 – +50° C and above | 20W40, 20W50 | |
Models XL and 3 require more High Quality oils Determine type by temperature conditions and viscosity can be as follows:
- the letter W in the abbreviation indicates the possibility of winter use;
- to find out the lower temperature limit, you need to subtract 30 - 35 degrees from the first digit (for example, 5W40 assumes the use of up to 20 - 25 degrees below zero);
- the second digit indicates the limit values in hot weather (5W40 - up to 40 degrees hot).
Important! When changing the type of oil, you can only go according to the increasing quality classification system. It is necessary to move only 1 - 2 points, since the lubricant for modern engines may be too aggressive for older models.
You can determine whether replacement is necessary from technical documentation to the car. For Outlander models, you need to be guided by the following values:
- 2003 – 2010 (2.0) – 4.3 l.;
- 2003 – 2006 (2.0 Turbo) – 4.6 l.;
- 2010 – 2013 (2.3) – 5.5 l.;
- 2004 – 2010 (2.4) – 4.6 l.;
- 2007 – 2009 (2.2 diesel) – 5.3 l.;
- 2010 – 2013 (2.2) – 5.5 l.
For the Mitsubishi XL and Outlander 3 models, the engine oil volume will be 4.3 - 4.6 liters. All values are based on a consumption of 0.3 liters. to the oil filter. For all types of engines you need to use only synthetic or semi-synthetic oil. The manufacturer recommends branded Mitsubishi oil Motor Oil, also among best brands synthetics and semi-synthetics are worth noting:
- Mobil 1;
- Castrol;
- Shell;
- Valvoline;
Tools required for replacement
For Mitsubishi Outlander engine 3 or more early models you will need:
- open-end wrench 17 mm;
- puller oil filter;
- drain container;
- rags (preferably);
- oil filter.
You may also need flushing fluid and various additives designed to improve engine performance. Flushing will be required in the following cases:
- you are going to fill in a different type or brand of oil;
- the car was used in extreme conditions with increased loads.
The issue of using additives is relevant for old engines, but the feasibility causes a lot of controversy among experts. Additive components may have unexpected result interaction with the engine, so their choice should be treated with caution.
Replacement process
Technically, the whole procedure comes down to 3 stages:
- draining old oil;
- engine flushing (if necessary);
- bay of new.
How to properly drain the oil in an Outlander engine
You can replace the Mitsubishi Outlander yourself according to the following instructions:
Important! Hot oil has better fluidity, so it is better to drain it on a warm engine.
How to add new oil
If you decide to flush the engine, then after draining the old lubricant you need to fill flushing liquid according to instructions. Some products have a quick effect, allowing you to start adding new oil within 5-15 minutes. And in some cases, before moving on to the next stage, it is necessary to drive the car for 1 - 2 days, after which the procedure for draining the waste fluid is repeated.
To complete the replacement process, do the following:
Using the instructions provided, you can do it yourself to change the oil in a Mitsubishi Outlander engine of 3 and earlier models. The most difficult and painstaking stage is draining the old waste liquid; it requires patience and accuracy. Flush the engine yourself without first diagnosing it in service center Not recommended.
Mitsubishi Outlander - a compact off-road model Japanese company Mitsubishi, one of the representatives of the SUV segment. TO similar models can be attributed to Toyota TAV-4, Kia Sportage, Volkswagen Tiguan, Mazda CX-5 and others compact crossovers. The 2001 model car began to be sold in Japan. There the car was sold under the name Airtrek. In 2003, Mitsubishi organized sales of the crossover in North America. By that time the car was available in Europe and Russia. The car received two engines of 2.0 and 2.4 liters. The latter had a power output of 160 horsepower.
Mitsubishi debuted in 2005 Outlander second generations. The car received the prefix PHEV in its name. The car was strikingly different from its predecessor, but there were no fundamental changes in the engine range. So, basic version received a 170-horsepower 2.4-liter unit, and in the top configuration a 220-horsepower 3-liter internal combustion engine was available. Maximum version was offered with all-wheel drive And automatic transmission, while the 1707-horsepower version could also be ordered with manual transmission. It should be noted that the second generation Mitsubishi Outlander served as the basis for the creation of two similar cars - Citroen C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, which were sold at Russian market. Both cars had no major changes compared to the Outlander, except for updated styling at the front and rear.
Recommended oil volume for Mitsubishi Outlander engines
Started in 2012 Mitsubishi sales Outlander third generation. The car received a new design concept, as well as an expanded motor range. So, basic equipment was offered with a 2-liter 146-horsepower internal combustion engine, and the higher-end version received a 2.4-liter 167-horsepower engine. There is also a modification with a hybrid two-liter engine producing 121 hp. pp., aggregated with an automatic transmission. The most top equipment– with a three-liter 230-horsepower internal combustion engine.
In 2014, sales of the restyled model began Outlander versions, and in 2015 the current Outlander received a new Mitsubishi corporate identity.
Lubricants should be selected taking into account their classification according to generally accepted systems and the availability of manufacturer’s approvals for the car model of interest on a can of lubricant. The use of inappropriate quality motor oil reduces the efficiency of the engine and leads to an increase in fuel consumption. This article describes the recommended engine oil for Mitsubishi Outlander.
2004 model
Cars without turbocharging
Matching Mitsubishi engine specifications Outlander motor The oil must meet the following standards:
- oil classes A1, A2 or A3 according to the ACEA system;
- motor oil type SG (or higher) in accordance with API requirements.
The Mitsubishi Outlander manual states that temperature affects the selection of lubricant environment. Choose lubricating fluid should take into account the average monthly air temperature. The car manufacturer has established a relationship between the temperature conditions of the region in which the car will be operated and the viscosity of the motor oil. This relationship for models without turbocharging is shown in Diagram 1.
Scheme 1. The influence of air temperature on the viscosity of motor fluid for cars without turbocharging. According to Scheme 1, it is necessary to use the following lubricants:
- in a wide temperature range from -35 0 C (and less) to +50 0 C (and more) fill in 5w-40;
- if the temperature is less than +40 0 C, use 0w-30, 5w-30;
- the operating temperature range for 10w-30 is from -25 0 C to +40 0 C;
- 10w-40 or 10w-50 is poured if the temperature is above -25 0 C;
- for temperatures above -15 0 C, lubricants 15w-40, 15w-50 are recommended;
- 20w-40, 20w-50 are used if the average monthly thermometer is above -10 0 C.
The manufacturer indicates that lubricants with viscosities of 0w-30, 5w-30 or 5w-40 can be used if they meet A3 according to the ACEA system and SG (or higher) according to API standards.
Turbocharged cars
- oil classes A1, A2 or A3 according to the ACEA standard;
- SG (or higher) according to API classification.
The viscosity of the lubricant is selected according to scheme 2.
Scheme 2. The influence of air temperature on the selection of engine oil fluidity. - 20w-40 when the thermometer reading is above -10 0 C;
- 15w-40, if the air temperature is more than -15 0 C;
- 10w-40 at temperatures greater than -25 0 C;
- the operating temperature range for 10w-30 is from -25 0 C to +40 0 C;
- 5w-30 is used at temperatures less than -25 0 C.
- viscosity index 10w-30 or 10w-40;
- operating conditions according to ACEA A3-02;
Refueling volumes
The volume of engine fluid required when replacing is:
- 4.0 l for the engine crankcase;
- 0.3 l into the oil filter;
- 0.3 l in oil radiator cars with an engine capacity of 2400 cm 3 and manual transmission gear shift.
Mitsubishi Outlander XL 2006-2012
2008 model For Mitsubishi Outlander, the car manufacturer recommends using motor oils that meet the following requirements:
- ILSAC certified lubricants;
- according to ACEA classes liquids A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5;
- oil type SG (or higher) according to API classification.
The choice of viscosity parameters of the oil is carried out using scheme 1. Please note: the use of 0w-30, 5w-30 or 5w-40 is acceptable if the lubricants comply with A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5 according to ACEA and SG (or higher) according to the standards API.
The use of original lubricants ensures stable and long-lasting engine operation, provided that the class, type and viscosity of the lubricant correspond to the parameters of the car engine and the season outside the car. Used for summer thick oils, more fluid for the winter. All-season fluids are poured if the air temperature corresponds to the operating temperatures of the lubricant.
The filling capacity of the Mitsubishi Outlander oil pan is 4.0 l, and the oil filter is 0.3 l. Overall volume lubricant required for replacement is 4.3 liters.
Mitsubishi Outlander 3 from 2012
2014 model - motor oil type A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5 according to ACEA classification;
- certified motor fluid according to ILSAC standards;
- oil class SM (or higher) according to the API standard.
The choice of lubricant viscosity is carried out according to scheme 3.
Diagram 3. The influence of the temperature of the region in which the machine will be operated on the selection of motor lubricant. - 20w-40, 20w-50 at temperatures greater than -10 0 C.
- 15w-40, 15w-50 if the temperature is above -15 0 C;
- 10w-30, 10w-40 or 10w-50 are poured if the temperature is above -25 0 C;
- 0w-20*, 0w-30, 5w-30, 5w-40 are poured at temperature range from -35 0 C (or less) to +50 0 C (and more).
(*)-lubricants SAE 0w-20, 0w-30, 5w-30, 5w-40 are used provided that they comply with ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 or A5/B5, as well as API SM or higher.
The volume of engine oil required when replacing is 4.3 liters, taking into account filling container oil filter 0.3 l.
Conclusion
The recommended engine oil for Mitsubishi Outlander is filled in to eliminate the possibility of overheating power unit, as well as ensuring its protection from abrasion. When using motor oils recommended by the car dealer, it is prohibited to pour additional additives; they can accelerate wear of the power unit.
The manufacturer indicates that even the recommended motor oil, after some time, begins to lose its original properties and “gets old.” The processes of “aging” of a lubricant are inevitable, regardless of the base from which it is made (synthetic, semi-synthetic, mineral). Therefore, it is necessary to promptly replace the lubricant.
