Mitsubishi Starion Service & Repair Manual 1983–1989

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Mitsubishi Starion, 1983 to 1989. 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: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged.

Federal safety record, all years: 1 recalls, 5 owner complaints and 8 technical service bulletins are logged for the Starion. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Starion year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
1989 $29.99 2.6L I4 ESi-R Coupe 2-Door select
1988 $29.99 2.6L I4 ESi Coupe 2-Door · ESi-R Coupe 2-Door select
1987 $29.99 2.6L I4 ESi-R Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door select
1986 $29.991 2.6L I4 ESi-R Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door details →
1985 $29.99 2.6L I4 ESi Coupe 2-Door · LS Coupe 2-Door · ES Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door select
1984 $29.99 2.6L I4 LS Coupe 2-Door · ES Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door select
1983 $29.99 2.6L I4 LS Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door select

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 1989 Starion manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 67
  • General Information 1,403
  • Accessories & Equipment 80
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 111
  • Brakes 141
  • Maintenance 56
  • Drivelines & Axles 39
  • Steering 84
  • Electrical 115
  • Suspension 44
  • Engine Mechanical 113
  • Transmission 130
  • Engine Performance 442

04 / Other yearsOther Starion years

1989 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: ESi-R Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1989 Starion. 0 complaints · 2 TSBs.

1988 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: ESi Coupe 2-Door · ESi-R Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1988 Starion. 1 complaints · 2 TSBs.

1987 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: ESi-R Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1987 Starion. 2 complaints · 2 TSBs.

1985 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: ESi Coupe 2-Door · LS Coupe 2-Door · ES Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1985 Starion.

1984 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: LS Coupe 2-Door · ES Coupe 2-Door · LE Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1984 Starion.

1983 Mitsubishi Starion · $29.99 select →

Engines: 2.6L I4 — 156 cu in, SOHC, turbocharged. Trims: LS Coupe 2-Door · Base Coupe 2-Door.

No recalls on federal record for the 1983 Starion.

05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Starion 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 Starion manual

Which Starion years does this manual cover?

Every year from 1983 to 1989 — 7 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 Starion manual or an aftermarket guide?

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

Does it include Starion wiring diagrams?

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

Does the manual cover Starion recalls?

1 recalls are on federal record across the 1983–1989 Starion, 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 Starion years cost more?

Every Starion 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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