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1989 Mitsubishi Starion — 2.6L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1989 Starion 2.6L.

Engine 2.6LTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1989 Mitsubishi Starion 2.6L features a 2.6‑liter engine mated to an automatic four‑speed transmission. It calls for 4.6 qt of oil, with permissible viscosities of 20W‑20, 20W‑40 or 10W‑30. Fuel economy is rated at 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway and 18 mpg combined. These figures characterize the 1989 Starion’s specifications as documented.

Model year1989198819871986

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity4.6 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type20W-20 / 20W-40 / 10W-30OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/22/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses 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.

Tire size4WD:P225-75R15OEM · verified
Wheel / rim6-JJ inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterMZ690116
Engine air filterMD620000 alt MD607648
Fuel filterMB504732
Spark plugMS851029
Front wiper bladesMB382526
Serpentine beltMB199599 alt MD180581
ThermostatMD972903 alt MD184011

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 22 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

No 1989 road test on record; the results below are same-engine tests from nearby model years, each shown under its own year.

7.5–9.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.50 sec — 1985 ESI Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
1986ESI-R Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-48.10 sec16.50 sec176 hpRWD
1985ESI Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-47.50 sec16.00 sec145 hpRWD
1985ESI Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-48.00 sec16.10 sec145 hpRWD
1983LS Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-48.62 sec16.54 sec145 hpRWD
1983LS Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-49.00 sec17.00 sec145 hpRWD
1983LS Coupe 2.6L Turbo I-49.20 sec17.00 sec145 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 4.6 qt of 20W-20 / 20W-40 / 10W-30 engine oil.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil20W-20 · 20W-40 · 10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity4.6 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 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 5,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 7,500 miBrake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Power Steering System (inspect)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Jet Valve (inspect)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 50,000 miFuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miBalance Shaft Drive Belt (replace) · Vacuum Line (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

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

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
5
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

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 5 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TT2532019-11-26EquipmentThis is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-0082019-07-30EquipmentThis is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes…
TT2372018-02-26EquipmentThis is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-0022013-01-29StructureThis Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section…
TSB97110021997-02-01Engine And Engine CoolingNEW VALVE LASH ADJUSTER NOISE CHECKING AND TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES. *JD

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 1989 Starion 2.6L take?

4.6 qt of ABOVE 32 degrees F: 20W-20, 20W-40, ABOVE -10 degrees F:10W-30, BELOW 60 degrees F: 5W-30, per the factory manual.

Does the 1989 Starion have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.6L get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined mpg.