Service and repair manuals for 16 model years of the Mitsubishi Lancer, 2002 to 2017. 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: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, SOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.4L I4 — 146 cu in, SOHC · 2.4L I4 — 145 cu in, SOHC · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC · 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC · 2.4L I4 — 143 cu in, DOHC.
Federal safety record, all years: 36 recalls, 1,134 owner complaints and 1,009 technical service bulletins are logged for the Lancer. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Lancer year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $49.99 | — | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | SEL Sedan 4-Door · SE Limited Edition Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door +1 | select |
| 2016 | $49.99 | 1 | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | SEL Sedan 4-Door · SE Limited Edition Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2015 | $49.99 | 1 | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | SE Limited Edition Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · Evolution Final Edition Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door +9 | details → |
| 2014 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · Limited Edition Sedan 4-Door +9 | select |
| 2013 | $49.99 | — | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · ES Sportback Hatchback 4-Door +7 | select |
| 2012 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · ES Sportback Hatchback 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 2011 | $29.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · GT Sedan 4-Door +11 | details → |
| 2010 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door +9 | details → |
| 2009 | $29.99 | 5 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | Special Edition Sedan 4-Door · Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · Evolution RS Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 2008 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · Evolution GSR Sedan 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2007 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | LS Diamond Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · LS Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · LS Diamond Sedan 4-Door · Evolution RS Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 2005 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.4L I4 | Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · LS Diamond Sedan 4-Door · Evolution RS Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2004 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.4L I4; 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | Sportback Wagon 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · Sportback Ralliart Wagon 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2003 | $29.99 | 4 | 2.0L I4; 2.0L I4 | ES Sedan 4-Door · LS Sedan 4-Door · Evolution Sedan 4-Door · OZ Rally Sedan 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $29.99 | 3 | 2.0L I4 | ES Sedan 4-Door · LS Sedan 4-Door · OZ Rally Sedan 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2017 Lancer manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 72
- General Information 1,555
- Accessories & Equipment 2,663
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 230
- Body & Frame 1,224
- Maintenance 22
- Brakes 1,475
- Restraints 577
- Drivelines & Axles 633
- Steering 347
- Electrical 349
- Suspension 313
- Engine Mechanical 571
- Transmission 523
- Engine Performance 4,299
- Front 250
- Rear (FWD) 95
04 / Other yearsOther Lancer years
2017 Mitsubishi Lancer · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC; 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC. Trims: SEL Sedan 4-Door · SE Limited Edition Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · GTS Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2017 Lancer. 7 complaints · 40 TSBs.
2014 Mitsubishi Lancer · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC; 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · Limited Edition Sedan 4-Door · GT Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · Ralliart Sedan 4-Door · SE Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · GTS Sedan 4-Door · GT Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · ES Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · Evolution GSR Sedan 4-Door · Evolution Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2014 Lancer. 23 complaints · 41 TSBs.
2013 Mitsubishi Lancer · $49.99 select →
Engines: 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged; 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC; 2.4L I4 — 144 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Evolution MR Sedan 4-Door · DE Sedan 4-Door · ES Sedan 4-Door · ES Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · GT Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · GT Sedan 4-Door · Evolution GSR Sedan 4-Door · SE Sedan 4-Door · Ralliart Sedan 4-Door · SE Sportback Hatchback 4-Door · GTS Sedan 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2013 Lancer. 9 complaints · 51 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Lancer manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Lancer manual
Which Lancer years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2002 to 2017 — 16 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 Lancer manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Mitsubishi published for the Lancer, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Lancer wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Lancer manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Lancer recalls?
36 recalls are on federal record across the 2002–2017 Lancer, 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 Lancer years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2002–2012 at $29.99, 2013–2017 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
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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