Most car owners who purchase the Mitsubishi ASX 1 8 crossover consider this model as a compromise between a rather expensive version with a 2.0 engine and a frankly budgetary configuration 1.6. In Russia, a car in this design is purchased today only on the secondary market. For obvious reasons, potential buyers are worried about how a used car will behave in the future. Those who have already got it, want to learn more about how to properly operate such an ASX, so as not to face serious problems.
The first thing that the overwhelming majority of motorists pay attention to is the appearance of the car. Only if the appearance of the car does not cause negative emotions, people begin to study the technical characteristics and delve into the intricacies of the design. Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 looks pretty decent. The stylistic solutions used by the designers make it recognizable everywhere. The asset of this model should include:
- successful organization of the interior space of the salon;
- comfortable front row seats;
- well-readable instrument cluster;
- careful adjustment of the upholstery panels.
- short front and rear overhangs.
And yet, for a number of reasons, the body structure of the Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 crossover raises quite serious complaints. Judge for yourself.
- Despite the fact that the crossover looks like a kind of sturdy man, problems with the lowering windows - skewed guides and jammed seals - clearly signal that the supporting body frame lacks rigidity. The older the car, the higher the likelihood of having to deal with squeaks and crickets, changing door locks and hinge pins.
- Studying the reviews of car owners on the sites dedicated to Mitsubishi ASX 1 8, it is easy to make sure that the weak point in the crossover body is the trapezoid of the wiper mechanism. Do not try to turn on the wipers if an ice crust has formed on the car windshield. This, with a high degree of probability, will lead to damage.
- Faded and swollen plastic of the crossover dashboard is a common occurrence. To avoid this, it is necessary to carefully protect the Mitsubishi ASX torpedo from sunlight and regularly treat it with polishing compounds. But if the destructive process has begun, then polishes will no longer help.
- Mitsubishi ASX of the early years of release cannot boast of good sound insulation. Extraneous sounds that penetrate into the interior of the car pretty much on the nerves. During the production process, the developers tried to eliminate the problem by installing additional noise-absorbing panels on the crossover. And if, say, on the 2011 Mitsubishi ASX 1.8, some elements of noise isolation were missing, they could well be borrowed from models released a few years later.
- The crossover is criticized for its small, 384 liters, trunk volume. Despite the fact that due to the transformation of the rear row of seats, the luggage compartment space can be expanded to 1219 liters, this is still not enough for the car to become a good household helper.
If we add to this the not too impressive performance of the heating and ventilation system, it turns out that there is nothing to praise for. There are clearly more disadvantages than advantages.
Motor
The power unit with the factory marking 4B10 was installed on crossovers supplied to Russia from 2010 to 2016. It is not entirely clear why the manufacturer subsequently abandoned this vehicle configuration option. Like all motors in the Theta II family, this engine is quite reliable. Its traction characteristics are not satisfactory either. For a relatively small displacement, the power of 140 liters. from. and a torque of 177 Nm - quite decent indicators that allow Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 to accelerate to 189 km / h, breaking the line of 100 km / h 12.7 seconds after the start.
4B10 engine for Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 crossover
There are no critical flaws in the design of the 4B10 engine, and in the list of known problems only:
- excessive noise, which increases as the timing chain is pulled;
- vibrations resulting from the failure of electrical and electronic components.
However, those who buy the 1.8 should be aware that the 4B10 does not have an overhaul option for the 4B10. Oversized pistons and rings are not included in spare parts catalogs. Before purchasing a crossover, it is necessary to make a complete diagnosis of the motor. If the resource of the power unit installed on the crossover has exceeded 200 thousand km, then buying such a car is hardly advisable.
Those who are interested in which oil to fill in Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 should take note that lubricants with parameters that meet the requirements of API / ACEA SM / A3, A5 standards, with SAE viscosity 0W-20, 0W are best suited for a car engine -30, 5W-40 5W-30. These lubricants can be used over the entire operating temperature range. As for a specific manufacturer, then car owners are free to choose themselves. Of course, these should be engine oils of proven brands.
Transmission
Regardless of the configuration, the crossover is equipped with a front-wheel drive transmission and a continuously variable variator. True, the execution options may be different. It is known that CVT models F1CJA-2-B3W and F1CJA-2-B3V were installed on cars assembled in Japan in the period 05.2010 - 02.2014 and in the USA in the period 05.2010 - 07.2014. The latter is without an additional oil cooler.
The variator models installed on the crossover differ in their parameters. Parts are not interchangeable. If a malfunction occurs, then before starting to repair the car, you should clarify which variator on the Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 is installed by examining the markings on the unit body.
In all cases, the operating modes affect the CVT resource. High loads, frequent abrupt starts and rapid accelerations reduce the life of the friction bands and the fluid poured into the variator. The planned oil change in the variator should be done at least every 75 thousand km, and, if possible, more often. It is bad if the previous owner of Mitsubishi ASX 1.8 liked active driving and did not service the car in a timely manner.
As for the quality of the lubricant, it is recommended to use Mitsubishi DIA QUEEN CVTF-J1 mineral oil in the crossover transmission. It is his manufacturer who pours into the ASX 1.8 variator on the conveyor. Alternatively, you can choose semi-synthetics Mitsubishi CVTF ECO J4 or MOTUL CVTF MULTI, synthetics NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 or Ravenol CVTF NS2 / J1 Fluid. It is not recommended to mix them, for obvious reasons!
Chassis
Suspension is a weak point of Mitsubishi ASX 1.8. The ground clearance is quite high - 195 mm - and should, in theory, provide the crossover with good cross-country ability. But even on cars produced for the Russian market, the resource of the shock absorbers of the front struts often ends with a run of 30 thousand km, even with sparing operating modes. The safety margin of the rear shock absorbers is not much greater. The situation is improving after replacing parts with third-party parts. Products from brands such as KYB or Bilstein last longer than original parts for the 1.8.
Honestly, against the general background of products manufactured by Mitsubishi, the ASX city crossover does not look the best. But if you want to buy a car of this brand, then the information provided in the article will be useful to you. It will help you fully armed to meet the problems that you may have to face during operation.
The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact urban crossover that is currently only available in the aftermarket. In this regard, the question of the possibility of self-service of this car is now more than relevant. The car is quite reliable, made of quality components. But with the age of the car, the topic of repair becomes more relevant and, moreover, not everyone wants to use the expensive services of a Mitsubishi dealership. Therefore, more and more owners are adapting to the service on their own. There is no question of some kind of complex repair, because for a start it is enough to replace consumables - for example, to change the engine oil. This is one of the simplest and yet most important ASX maintenance procedures. Let's consider it in more detail.
This question is asked by every inexperienced or professional motorist. Indeed, it is not always possible to immediately determine the right fluid for an ASX engine, given the huge variety of companies that produce lubricants. Among them, of course, it is better to choose the most eminent and status brands, which, at the same time, are considered the most expensive. Buying an analogue is a very controversial issue. To choose a suitable analogue, you need to know the oil parameters specified in the Mitsubishi ASX operating manual.
Mitsubishi has its own, original oil, with which the crossover of the same name came off the factory conveyor. So, we are talking about an Engine Oil product with a viscosity grade of 5W-30. Thus, we have a fully synthetic oil that meets all international API and ALSAC standards. In general, synthetics are the best option for a modern car.
How much and when to pour oil into Mitsubishi ASH?
Engine fluid for Mitsubishi ASX is filled in a certain amount. Regardless of the engine displacement, the average oil fill volume for all ASX engines can be calculated - it is 4.2 liters. In any case, it is recommended to purchase a 5 liter canister, because it is possible that in the future you will have to add oil.
As for the replacement schedule, it is 15 thousand kilometers, according to the manufacturer's recommendations. But if we take into account the harsh operating conditions in Russia (compared to the favorable European climate), it is desirable to reduce the replacement schedule to 10 thousand kilometers. Under the influence of unfavorable climatic and road conditions, engine oil quickly loses its properties and becomes unusable. Then comes the so-called "oil starvation" - in other words, dry friction of internal parts, which begin to lack lubrication. As a result, engine components wear out quickly and fail under the influence of various mud deposits.
Japanese engineers, of course, advise to fill only their own Mitsubishi brand oil. It is possible that such oil will not always be available in a particular region.
Now let's look at the best engine oils and parameters for them, as well as the best analog brands that have been approved by Mitsubishi:
Lineup 2010:
- SAE viscosity parameters:
- All-weather - 10W-40, 15W-40
- Winter - 20W-40, 25W-40
Lineup 2011:
- All-weather: 10W-40, 15W-40
- Winter: 0W-40, 5W-40
- Summer: 20W-40, 25W-40
- Top brands: Castrol, Mobile, Xado, ZIC, Lukoil, Kixx, Valvoline
Lineup 2012:
Viscosity grade SAE:
- All-weather - 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40
- Winter - 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50
- Summer - 20W-40, 25W-40, 25W-50
- Oil type - synthetic, semi-synthetic
- Top brands: Shell, Castrol, Mobile, Xado, ZIK, Lukoil, GT-Oil, Valvoline
Lineup 2013:
Viscosity Grade SAE
- All-weather: 10W-50, 15W-40
- Winter: 0W-40, 5W-50
- Summer: 20W-40, 25W-50
- Oil type - synthetic, semi-synthetic
- Top brands: Mobile, Castrol, Shell, Xado, Valvoline, Lukoil, ZIK, GT-Oil
Lineup 2014:
SAE class:
- Winter - 10W-50, 15W-50
- Summer - 0W-40, 0W-50
- All-weather - 25W-50
- Oil type - synthetic
- The best brands - Castrol, Shell, Mobile, Xado, ZIK
Conclusion
To select the right fluid for the Mitsubishi ASX engine, you need to know several parameters: the SAE viscosity index, as well as the permissible API oil quality for a particular type of internal combustion engine - gasoline or diesel. From the recommendations - preferably multigrade synthetic oil 10W-40 SM, or synthetic oil 0W-40 / SN.
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There are products on the Russian market of motor oils, the opinion of which among Russian car owners is ambiguous. One of these is Mitsubishi engine oil, designed for use in cars from this Japanese manufacturer. And since we have quite a lot of adherents of this brand, scammers began to make counterfeit goods. Naturally, such a fake, in terms of its quality characteristics, cannot be compared with the original oils. This is the reason for the negative feedback.
Who makes the original lubricant
Mitsubishi does not produce engine oil for its cars, although its engineering and scientific personnel are actively involved in its development. The work is carried out jointly with specialists from Nippon Oil & Energy, a subsidiary of the largest Japanese corporation. It also includes the Mitsubishi Oil division created by Mitsubishi. Nippon specializes in the extraction of oil and the production of automotive lubricants based on it, has its own brand of engine oil, known all over the world - Eneos.
Japanese engines from major Japanese automakers, including Mitsubishi, have unique design features. Therefore, special oil formulations are produced for them - specifically for each car manufacturer. Honda, Toyota, Subaru are also on this list with their original oils. For them, these products, feed Nippon, are also produced by the Idemitsu Corporation.
Japanese power units are designed for low-viscosity oil fluids - 0W20, 5W20, 0W30, 5W30, 10W30, and 5W40. Their main high-temperature quality indicators correspond to viscosities of 20 and 30, with the exception of low-temperature (winter) viscosity. Here you can purchase grease both for the northern regions of the Russian Federation (0W), which can easily provide engine cranking up to -30 ° C, and for moderate latitudes (10W), up to a temperature limit of -20 ° C. A synthetic and semi-synthetic motor fluid is produced for consumers.
Mitsubishi oils production technology
Japanese refining giants produce base oil (MM or lubricant) for automotive lubricants from crude oil that they themselves extract. Moreover, the raw materials cost them almost nothing. During primary processing, oil is separated into light and heavy fractions. Of the lungs, this is, for example, an accompanying gas - ethylene, gasoline. Heavier light fractions - kerosene, diesel fuel.
The heaviest components are gas oil and tar. A hundred years ago, these fractions were burned - until the time when mankind learned to make lubricants out of them. Now tar and gas oil are being distilled and thoroughly cleaned using hydrotreating and deep catalytic hydrocracking technologies. The result is a colorless liquid, devoid of harmful impurities such as water, mineral salts, aromatic hydrocarbons, sulfur and phosphorus compounds, paraffins, and other components. Its quality characteristics are very close to those of real 100% synthetics.
The base oil is fully compatible with any additives, neutral with respect to the materials of seals - oil seals, gaskets. Mixes well with mineral oils to form semi-synthetic products.
Motor oil for Mitsubishi belongs to HC or VHVI synthetics. True, hydrocracking oils are far from being considered synthetic. Some companies even went to court on this issue. Manufacturers of PAO-synthetic oils stubbornly refuse to recognize them, considering them semi-synthetic or even mineral. The most interesting thing is that this assessment is also fair. However, it concerns only the origin, but not the quality indicators of this base oil.
Main oil components
As you can see from the diagrams, almost all lubricants for automotive engines consist of 3 main components:
- The base is mineral, semi-synthetic or synthetic.
- A viscosity modifier that increases the stability of viscosity properties in the operating temperature range.
- A package of additives that improve the properties of the base lubricant.
The additive package has a multifaceted purpose:
In addition to the main ones, the developers of new oils are constantly introducing additional components. The content depends on how the engines of each manufacturer, including Mitsubishi, behave during testing.
Assortment of oils for cars Mitsubishi
The oil for Mitsubishi has a base base obtained by the hydrocracking method. But there are also Full Synthetic and semi-synthetic products. Recommended for use in models such as Pajero of all modifications, Outlander, Lancer, ASX, Grandis, Colt and others.
In this article, we will look at how to change the oil in a Mitsubishi ASH.
The process of changing the oil in the Mitsubishi ASX engine itself is not difficult and the replacement can be done both independently and in a car service.
Parameters for changing the oil Mitsubishi ASH.
The volume of oil in the Mitsubishi ASX engine is 4.2 liters. on an engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters., and 4.3 liters. on an engine with a working volume of 1.8 liters.
The volume of the Mitsubishi ASX oil filter is 0.3 liters.
There is also original Mitsubishi SAE 5W30 API SM ILSAC-GF-4 oil
Spare parts for oil change mitsubishi ASH.
Motor oil in an amount of 4.2 liters.
Oil filter MD360935 is similar to MZ690070, which has already been discontinued. The original is called LS287. On the new filter, there is a film that needs to be ripped off.
Oil drain container
Oil plug gasket catalog number MD050317
Changing the oil in the Mitsubishi ASH engine.
The car engine warms up for a relatively short time, we install it on a horizontally flat surface of an inspection pit or on a lift.
Remove the engine crankcase protection.
Unscrew the oil drain bolt of the engine oil pan.
When draining engine oil, be extremely careful to minimize skin contact with used oil.
From the sump, the remaining oil can be pumped out with a thin tube and syringe.
We twist the drain hole of the engine sump.
Remove the used engine oil filter.
It is better to use a puller for removal. For example, here is a force 6316514
But tape or clamping is also suitable.
We clean the oil filter seat and install a new filter, having previously filled it with new oil. We also lubricate the rubber seal on the oil filter with oil. The filter must be tightened by hand.
Installing engine protection.
Fill the engine with new engine oil according to the level.
