Mitsubishi Lancer Battery Draining:  Causes + Diagnosis

If your Mitsubishi Lancer’s battery is draining, it’s something that’ll need addressing right away.  If it is draining while your Lancer isn’t running, something is drawing current that shouldn’t be. If the battery drains while driving, there’s likely an issue with your car’s alternator. The two primary causes for a battery to deplete are parasitic … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer Won’t Accelerate: Causes + How to Fix

If your Mitsubishi Lancer won’t accelerate, that is a serious cause for concern.   If your check engine light is on, get a code scanner and see what trouble codes are stored in the PCM (powertrain control module).  They can provide valuable insight as to what the problem may be and help you narrow down … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer: Pulling to the Left

A vehicle that is pulling to the left can be dangerous to drive.  In the US, left is the direction of oncoming traffic.  This makes pulling to the left even more dangerous than pulling to the right.  Keeping straight when your Mitsubishi Lancer wants to veer into traffic makes driving stressful.  If your Lancer pulls … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer: Pulls to the Right → Diagnosis

When your Mitsubishi Lancer pulls to the right, it makes driving difficult.  Keeping straight when your Lancer wants to veer off the road is dangerous, and takes all of the joy out of driving.  Fixing a vehicle pulling to the right should be considered a high priority repair.    Mitsubishi Lancer Pulls to the Right … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer:  Oil Leak Diagnosis

If you’re a Mitsubishi Lancer owner, you’re likely aware of the common issues that can arise with your vehicle. One of the most frustrating problems is discovering an oil leak. Not only can it be a messy hassle to clean up, but it can also be a sign of a more serious issue. Gaskets and … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer:  Leaking Water Diagnosis

  If your Mitsubishi Lancer is leaking water, it could mean a few different things are happening.  Some water is completely acceptable.  It depends on the situation.  It really depends on where you’ve found it, and if it is really water. Coolant or Water? If you are trying to figure out if your Mitsubishi Lancer … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer:  Oil On Spark Plug Causes

If you’ve found oil on your Mitsubishi Lancer’s spark plug, it should be a cause for concern. It doesn’t necessarily indicate a major engine problem.  When there is oil on the spark plugs is usually caused by a bad valve cover gasket or O-Ring (overhead cam engines).  There can be other causes as well. Any … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer: Brake Sticking → Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Mitsubishi Lancer’s braking system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  If it does not work properly, it can put you in a situation where you can be injured or killed.  There are quite a few different situations that can cause a caliper to stick. Mitsubishi Lancer Brakes Sticking Symptoms Smell– … Read more

Mitsubishi Lancer AC Not Cooling:  Why and How to Fix

One of the most inconvenient vehicular problems is when the A/C won’t blow cold air. If your Mitsubishi Lancer isn’t keeping you cool, we’ve outlined some of the most common reasons why this might be happening. It is entirely possible for your Lancer’s heater to work just fine even when the air conditioner is blowing … Read more