Mitsubishi Cordia Service & Repair Manual 1983–1988

Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Mitsubishi Cordia, 1983 to 1988. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Mitsubishi published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, SOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, SOHC · 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 4 recalls, 6 owner complaints and 10 technical service bulletins are logged for the Cordia. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Cordia year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1988 $29.991 2.0L I4; 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door details →
1987 $29.991 2.0L I4; 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door details →
1986 $29.991 2.0L I4; 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door details →
1985 $29.99 2.0L I4; 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door select
1984 $29.99 2.0L I4; 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · LS Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door select
1983 $29.991 1.8L I4 L Hatchback 2-Door · LS Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1988 Cordia manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 66
  • General Information 1,379
  • Accessories & Equipment 41
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 79
  • Brakes 59
  • Maintenance 66
  • Steering 46
  • Electrical 87
  • Suspension 19
  • Engine Mechanical 118
  • Transmission 114
  • Engine Performance 493

04 / Other yearsOther Cordia years

1985 Mitsubishi Cordia · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, SOHC; 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: L Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1985 Cordia. 0 complaints · 2 TSBs.

1984 Mitsubishi Cordia · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, SOHC; 1.8L I4 — 110 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: L Hatchback 2-Door · LS Hatchback 2-Door · Turbo Hatchback 2-Door · Base Hatchback 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1984 Cordia. 0 complaints · 1 TSBs.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Cordia manual$29.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Cordia manual

Which Cordia years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1983 to 1988 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Mitsubishi Cordia manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mitsubishi published for the Cordia, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Cordia wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Cordia manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Cordia recalls?

4 recalls are on federal record across the 1983–1988 Cordia, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Mitsubishi dealers.

Why do some Cordia years cost more?

Every Cordia year is $29.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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