MitsubishiLancer20142.0L/mitsubishi/lancer/2014/2-0l/

2014 Mitsubishi Lancer — 2.0L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 Lancer 2.0L. Covers both the standard and High Output 2.0L.

Body PASSENGER CAREngine 2.0LTransmission Automatic (AM6)

The 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer 2.0L is a passenger car powered by a 2.0‑liter engine mated to an AM6 automatic transmission. It holds 6.0 quarts of 5W‑30 API oil and returns EPA estimates of 18 city, 25 highway, and 20 combined mpg. Owner reports show 23 total complaints for the model year, with the power train cited as the leading concern and two recalls issued. Across the Lancer’s 1996‑2017 run, complaint volumes peaked at 311 in 2003 and bottomed out at one in 1996, placing the 2014 edition well below the historical high and suggesting a comparatively cleaner record.

Model year201520142013201220112010200920082007

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque65-80 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/25/20 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 520 CCA battery, OE oil filter MZ690116. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 520 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205-60R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMZ690116 alt MZ690072
Engine air filterMR968274 alt 1500A023
Fuel filter1770A268 alt 1770A273
Spark plug1822A079 alt 1822A068
BatterySC34CMP
Front wiper bladesMZ693021 alt 8250A186
Serpentine belt1340A150 alt 4451A123
Thermostat1305A803 alt 1305A802
Cabin air filter7803A004

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length180.7 in
Overall width69.3 in
Overall height59.4 in
Wheelbase103.9 in
Curb weight3053 lb
Track (front / rear)60.2 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 25 / 20 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume93 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

No 2014 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

5.3–9.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.30 sec — 2009 Ralliart
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2010Sportback Ralliart Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.20 sec237 hpAWD
2010Sportback Ralliart Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.20 sec237 hpAWD
2010Sportback Ralliart Hatchback 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.40 sec237 hpAWD
2009Ralliart 2.0L Turbo I-45.30 sec14.00 sec237 hpAWD
2009Ralliart 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.20 sec237 hpAWD
2009Ralliart 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec237 hpAWD
2009Ralliart 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.30 sec237 hpAWD
2008GTS 2.0L I-47.70 sec15.90 sec152 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 65-80 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity6.0 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.4 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 qt
Power Steering FluidGenuine Mitsubishi PS fluid

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts73 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs12 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-80 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug23.0-25.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug23.0-25.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.06-1.15 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity2.40-3.40 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance520 cca
Standard BCI Cranking Performance700 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression158-95 PSI. 14 Maximum variation PSI.
Engine Oil Pressure4.3 psi @ Idle, 43-100 psi @ 3500 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle52-66 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket28-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle38-48 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3 (16 inch) CALIPER PR NOS. 1LH/1ZG
Torque Caliper to Bracket28-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle67-81 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket28-36 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle39-44 ft-lbs

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-10015 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat bolt threads with clean engine oil.

125.0-27.0 ft. lbs.25–27 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat bolt threads with clean engine oil.

125.0-27.0 ft. lbs.25–27 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390 degrees90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 120,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 120,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Transmission Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Wheel Cylinder (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect) · Heater Hose (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 105,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer recorded 23 complaints and 2 recalls, marking an increase from the 5 complaints and 0 recalls seen in 2013. This volume remains consistent with the immediate subsequent years, as 2015 and 2016 recorded 26 and 29 complaints respectively. Historically, the model's record shows a significant peak in complaints and recalls from 2002 to 2004, with the 2014 model falling into a later period of relative stabilization. Top complaint areas for 2014 include the Power Train (5), Air Bags (2), and Steering (2), though the data does not specify the root causes of these issues. Additionally, the 2014 model year had 4 crash complaints, 3 fire complaints, and 90 TSBs. Because this year sits in a low-volume arc of complaints compared to the early 2000s, it is a good year to buy.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
90
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
23
Owner complaints
4 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 23 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train5
Air Bags2
Steering2
Structure1
Suspension1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Engine1
Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 90 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TECH TALK 2892025-11-21Electrical SystemTech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics…
TSB-16-54-001REV2024-07-23Electrical SystemThis Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Hands Free Module…
TSB-24-23-0042024-06-03Power TrainService Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the…
TSB-24-27-0012024-03-19Power TrainService Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the replacement…
TSB-23-22-0012023-07-21Power TrainThis Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2014 Lancer 2.0L take?

6.0 qt of 5W-30 API SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2014 Lancer have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.0L get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 25 highway / 20 combined mpg.