Engine Oil

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Never use nondetergent or straight mineral oil.

Use only engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark ("Starburst" symbol) on the container.

Fig 1: Identifying ILSAC Certification Mark

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

If these oils are not available, an API classification SM or higher can be used.

Fig 2: Identifying API Service Symbol

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.