During the operation of the Lancer 9, certain weaknesses of the car appear. In general, the machine is reliable and able to serve the owner, requiring only timely maintenance.
Violation of engine lubricant change intervals and the choice of low-quality oil can lead to the fact that its excessive consumption appears at a mileage of 60 thousand km. The culprit for this is the occurrence of compression and oil scraper rings.
With full observance of the terms of maintenance, the engine does not show oil consumption for more than 120-170 thousand km. However, much depends on the operating conditions. Frequent traffic jams and a sporty driving style can lead to increased lubricant consumption when reaching 100 thousand km.
Also, the cause of the oil burner may be hiding in failed valve stem seals. To fix the problem, you will need to remove the valve cover. Losses of lubricant also occur due to leakage through leaky seals and gaskets.
Problems with the throttle assembly
Problems with the throttle assembly appear with a run of more than 70 thousand km. They arise as a result of contamination of the damper. The engine starts to work unstably, the speed fluctuates most noticeably at idle.
The appearance of cracks after unsuccessful cleaning of the throttle
To eliminate the malfunction, car owners decide to clean the unit. As a result of incorrect actions, the molybdenum disulfide layer is washed off. There is a gap around the flap. This results in an increase in the air supply. The revolutions of the power plant increase to 2-3 thousand. To eliminate the malfunction, it is necessary to restore the molybdenum disulfide layer or replace the damper.
Disadvantages of the braking system
The braking system of the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 has practically no problems. Sores appear mainly due to a sporty driving style or failure to meet the deadlines for replacing pads and discs.
It is not uncommon for situations when a vibration appears on the steering wheel during braking. This is due to the fact that the disk warped. The groove is not always able to correct the situation. In many cases, it is necessary to replace the damaged element of the brake system.
Steering problems
With a run of more than 130 thousand km, car owners note a strong knock in the steering mechanism. It is associated with the appearance of corrosion of the rod at the place of sealing with glands. As a result, damage to the rubber bands occurs, which in turn leads to loss of lubrication.
Dismantled steering rack
Extraneous sound may appear due to excessive wear of the hinge, which is located on the steering rod. The problem occurs with a run of 150 thousand km.
Exhaust Catalytic Converter
Due to the low quality of domestic fuel, the catalyst fails at a range of 60-140 thousand km. This is an expensive node, so many car owners decide to cut it out and install a plug.
As a result of problems with the catalyst, the Check Engine lights up. There may also be a deterioration in dynamics and an increase in fuel consumption.
Weak paintwork
The body has a weak paintwork, chips on which can appear even with a small run. The advantage of the car is the galvanization of the main surfaces. Despite this, rust appears in places of chips and scratches after 1-4 months of operation after their appearance.
To combat damage, car owners often use a special pencil. At the same time, most of them note that it is rather difficult to select special equipment in the color of the LCP Lancer 9. Therefore, after painting, chips are cast in the sun with a darker or lighter shade against the background of the rest of the body coating.
Driver and Passenger Comfort Issues
During the operation of the Lancer 9, most drivers and passengers find the following shortcomings:
- Bad soundproofing. The sound of a running engine is clearly audible in the cabin. During the passage of puddles, a loud noise can be heard from the wheel arches, which can interfere with a conversation.
- There is no backlight in the glove box. This makes it hard to find what you need.
- Inconvenient optical control. The high and low beam switch is not comfortable.
- Bad interior lighting. In the light of a lamp, good visibility is only directly in front of it.
- "Candles" in the cabin. Plastic looks cheap, and with a run of more than 40 thousand km, it starts to rattle.
- Uncomfortable suspension. When driving through road bumps, many of them are transferred to the body. At the same time, car roll is observed in corners.
- Uncomfortable armrest. The hand begins to numb after 1-1.5 hours of driving.
- Weak air conditioner. In hot weather, the interior cools down slowly.
- Bad oven. Heat often does not reach the rear row of seats.
Sensitivity to fuel quality
The Mitsubishi Lancer 9 car is designed to operate on high-quality fuel. In domestic realities, a lot of additives are found in gasoline, some of which are dangerous for the power plant. It is not uncommon for clogging of nozzles, burnout of valves, detonation.
The electronic control unit monitors the operation of the power plant. The ECU reacts to low-quality fuel with an inappropriate octane number by adjusting the ignition timing. At the same time, there is an increase in fuel consumption, deterioration in dynamics, instability of revolutions and jerking of the car while driving.
Water ingress into the cabin
There is a special plug between the passenger compartment and the wheel arch of the front left wheel. During the operation of the car, it can leave its seat. After that, moisture begins to flow into the cabin. There is a smell of dampness and there is a risk of foci of corrosion.
On Lancer 9 with a mileage of more than 300-350 thousand km, car owners notice a deterioration in the sealing properties of the trunk gum. For this reason, water begins to flow into the luggage compartment. On cars with a huge mileage of more than 500 thousand km, you can notice the distortion of body elements. This causes moisture to enter the interior.
Fogging optics
With a run of more than 50 thousand km, a design feature of the headlights manifests itself, which is expressed in their fogging in wet weather. Troubleshooting requires dismantling the optics. Sealant needs to be updated.
Many car owners come up with various tricks to avoid fogging headlights. In this case, there is a high risk of clouding of the glasses of the optics.
Power plant problems
- One of the main problems of the power plant is to leak from under the valve cover. Its gasket loses its sealing properties and dubs after 40 thousand km.
- Timing belt drive. It also adds problems for car owners. In addition to the camshafts, the belt drives the cooling system pump. This adds to the burden on him. When the belt fails, the piston strikes the valves, which leads to the need for a major overhaul of the internal combustion engine.
- The appearance of scratches on the cylinder mirror and excessive wear of the pistons, requiring overhaul of the power plant, occur with a run of more than 200-350 thousand km.
- The engine is highly reliable, but its life can be significantly reduced as a result of improper maintenance.
I'll add my 5 cents:
1) Maslozhor after about 100K km of run. It is treated by painstaking selection of oil, which burns less than the others. Or engine repair up to the overhaul;
2) Throttle assembly. Over time, the damper gnaws a hole in the cylinder of the assembly, which for the time being does not interfere. The very first wash of the throttle assembly or simply the critical dimensions of the hole - an increase in idle speed to 1500-2000 rpm. It is treated by replacing the throttle assembly or by the Titus method;
3) A frail cable for controlling the temperature of the stove. In some cases, when switching from cold to hot air, the cable bends stupidly or flies out of the mount. It is treated by disassembling two dashboard panels and replacing the cable. If he just flew off the mount, then the mount. A variant of the collective farm reinforcement of the cable at the place of its inflection is possible;
4) Lots of Lancer 9s drive with cracked windshields. This comes from the winter heating of the cabin with a stove turned on to the maximum and blowing glass. treated by replacement. But you can score;
5) Snotty power steering hose. It is treated by replacing the hose or handicraft re-squeezing of another piece of high-pressure hose with the end caps of the original hose;Well, a couple of comments that are not related to problems, but to shortcomings:
1) Weak headlights. It is treated by replacing the lamps with something like Koito WhiteBeam III;
2) Non-informative fuel level sensor: up to half of the tank is consumed smoothly, after the arrow leaves after half the tank it sharply sags to a quarter;
3) There is no adjustment of the steering column for extension. It is not always possible to adjust so that the legs are not cramped and at the same time the wrists lie on the steering wheel, as recommended. Therefore, you have to keep the steering wheel in its lower sector;
4) Under the right hand there is no armrest. The left one can be put on the ledge of the door, the right one either hangs in the air, or dangles in the lower right sector of the steering wheel;
5) The leg area is poorly heated. That's the way it is. It is not treated in any way;
6) Slightly outdated design, especially the front headlight units. Lancer 9 has not been restyled for a long time, retaining its appearance for exactly 10 years.From the pros:
1) Pretty strong iron. Toyota Kaldina came to my rear left wing, broke the right half of my muzzle, but I just have a dent. There is a photo of the dent on the forum, whoever is interested will look;
2) torquey elastic engine. If you lazily constantly pull the lever from 2 to 3 and back, you can score and go to the 3rd, the engine will pull out normally. The same with 3-4 gears;
3) Spacious interior. Nothing bothers anyone at the back, everything is at hand in front;
4) 98 HP - low transport tax and insurance. This is a big plus;
5) Low fuel consumption - 7-8 liters per 100 km in the city. Nice;
6) Stylish looking classic sedan: no designer ugliness. It may seem boring to some, but classics are classics, these are not goggle-eyed Nissans for you;
7) Very stable suspension performance. The rear wheels "help" to enter the turn. In turns at speeds of 40-50, the car does not veer off course even on fresh snow;
8) An assembled baby stroller, a box with car junk and 4 more full packages from Lenta fit into the trunk. Verified personally;
9) Starts up great in cold weather. At -30, the starter was spinning for about 3 seconds, then the engine started and after 10 minutes it was possible to go. Of course, no one canceled the "stool" effect, but the engine felt fine;
10) Responsive steering: potholes and potholes are perfectly cut with one hand hanging in the lower sector of the steering wheel. Driving a Lancer is a pleasure.
Numerous owner reviews make it possible to judge the Mitsubishi Lancer IX as a reliable, inexpensive and practical golf-class car for all occasions. But since there are no perfect cars, those who are just looking at the Lancer will not be out of place to learn about its weak points.
Sensitivity to fuel quality
“What to fill in the gas tank” is a question that is relevant for all Mitsubishi Lancer 9 owners. The operating instructions say that you should refuel with gasoline with an octane rating of 95 or higher, but during operation it becomes clear that this is simply unsafe. Often in Russia, the 95th is made by adding additives to the 92nd. As a result, the octane number increases, but the quality of the fuel deteriorates, which affects engine parts. The solution may be the use of 92nd gasoline. The 98th, according to the observations of some Lancer owners, can lead to engine overheating and valve failure.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption is the first thing the owner pays attention to. For the most popular 1.6-liter engine option among motorists, the consumption is: in the city - 8-10 liters per 100 km, on the highway 6-9 liters per 100 km.
If the consumption increases to 15 liters per 100 km even with a 1.6 liter engine, then this means that you need to pay attention to the catalyst. It is its pollution that leads to such a large fuel consumption. The problem will be solved by replacing the catalytic converter. Ferrocene deposits contribute to catalytic failure. Ferrocene has a specific brick color and its deposits can be seen on the lambda probe and candles, which in this case will also have to be replaced.
If power is lost and gasoline consumption has increased, then perhaps the reason lies in the throttle. It is not necessary to change it, most often it is enough just to clean it.
Air conditioner
By itself, it does not cause problems. You only need to turn it on about once a week. This must be done even in winter. The goal is to prevent leakage of air conditioner seals. You can turn it on in winter as follows: first, thoroughly warm up the interior with a heater, and only then turn on the air conditioner.
Extraneous sounds in the cabin
A specific plastic sound coming from the right side of the cabin most likely means that the torsion bar of the glove compartment microlift has loosened. To fix the problem, you need to open the glove compartment, remove the metal leg - the latch and place a piece of foam rubber under it.
Water in the cabin
If the smell of dampness and rot appeared in the car, then most likely this is due to water that has penetrated inside the passenger compartment. In some cases, water can enter through the plug between the passenger compartment and the wheel arch of the left front wheel. The problem is solved simply: you need to remove the mudguard, bend the fender liner and vigorously put the plug in place.
Knocking in the steering column
Not dangerous, but can be annoying. It's a telescopic design. If your car was manufactured before 2006 (four-spoke steering wheel), then it will be replaced by a dealer under warranty with an upgraded one. Frankly, over time, it will also begin to knock, as plastic bushings become loose, but this does not affect driving safety and smoothness.
Noise isolation
Noise isolation leaves much to be desired. This is especially true of thresholds and wheel arches.
fogging headlights
This is due to the design of the headlights and may occur in wet weather. Eliminated by turning on the low beam. If this does not help, then it makes sense to contact the warranty service center. In general, the problem is solved by cleaning the ventilation holes and lubricating them with sealant.
Disadvantages of optics
The owners have repeatedly noted that the brightness of the headlights is clearly not enough. It is solved by replacing the dipped and main beam headlights with more suitable brightness.
Relatively high cost of official parts and maintenance
For a golf-class car, the Lancer is too expensive for original parts and maintenance. Of course, you can reduce costs by using suitable non-original parts.
Brake discs
The generally recognized weak point of the Mitsubishi Lancer IX. Already by the first MOT they will need to be replaced, and at high speeds when braking they will “lead”. In some cases, they can crack or even break.
Suspension
The suspension is hard. So long trips on not very good roads can be tiring.
Fragile paint finish
Insufficient enamel strength can easily lead to cracks and chips, which in turn leads to rust.
Of the minor shortcomings, I would also like to note the dimensions of the trunk, which are very modest for a city sedan, and the location of the washer reservoir under the hood in a cold place is not the most successful, so it will not work to dilute the anti-freeze with water and save money.
In conclusion, we can say that the Mitsubishi Lancer IX still has much more advantages than disadvantages, and with proper timely maintenance, it will faithfully serve its owner without causing any special problems in operation.
17.01.2017
Not so long ago, the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 was such a popular car in its class that many car enthusiasts had to wait half a year for their turn to become its owner. The unprecedented popularity of this car was influenced by several factors: an affordable price, positive reviews about reliability, a good brand reputation and ease of maintenance. But time does not stand still, and, today, there are already many offers for the sale of the generation on the secondary market, but despite this, the demand for the ninth generation is still great. Therefore, today I decided to find out how things are with the reliability of the car and what you should pay attention to when choosing a used Mitsubishi Lancer 9 in the secondary market.
A bit of history:
For the first time, a car of this model appeared on sale back in 1973, and continues to be successfully sold to this day. The ninth-generation Mitsubishi Lancer debuted on the world market in 2003, and already in 2005 a minor restyling was carried out, thanks to which the manufacturer managed to eliminate most of the significant miscalculations and shortcomings. In 2006, a small facelift was carried out, which touched exclusively on the grille. Almost all Lancers that are presented on the secondary market were officially sold in the CIS, but, occasionally, there are copies imported from Europe, the USA and Japan. The car became so popular that even after the tenth generation of this model entered the market, it continued to be produced and sold no worse than the novelty.
Weaknesses of the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 with mileage
As with most Japanese Mitsubishi Lancer 9 cars, it is painted with water-based paint, as a result, the paintwork is very weak and quickly becomes chipped and scratched. As for corrosion resistance, Lancer has everything in order in this component, and if the car has not been restored after serious accidents, then there should not even be a hint of corrosion on the body, the only exception can be wheel arches. Also, you can note the plastic from which the bumpers are made - it is quite strong and can withstand a slight collision without any problems. In wet weather, the headlights fog up quite often; to solve the problem, you should clean the ventilated channels and coat them with sealant.
Engines
Mitsubishi Lancer 9 was equipped with the following power units: gasoline - 1.3 (82 hp), 1.5 (90 hp), 1.6 (98 hp), 1.8 (114, 165 hp), 2.0 ( 114, 135 and 280 hp). Engines 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 have proved to be the most reliable, their resource before overhaul is 250-300 thousand km. On engines 1.8 and 2.0, a GDI injection system is installed, which is sensitive to fuel quality, therefore, in our realities, as a rule, fuel injectors and a high-pressure fuel pump fail quite often. Also, due to the poor quality of fuel, it is often necessary to change spark plugs, their resource, in rare cases, exceeds 30,000 km. A slight twitching while driving will signal the need to replace the candles.
On a car with a 2.0 engine, two balancer shafts are installed that reduce vibration. The shafts are driven by belts that need to be changed every 90,000 km. The procedure for replacing belts is not cheap (200-400 USD), but, despite the cost, it is not worth saving on this procedure. All motors are demanding for high-quality and timely maintenance, and if this is not done, hydraulic pushers and valves will fail prematurely. If power is lost and fuel consumption has increased, most likely the throttle valve is to blame. When contacting the service, most likely, you will be offered to replace it, but often, to solve the problem, you just need to clean it. Also, the cause of the problem of unstable operation of the engine can be a worn throttle block. There are two options for solving the problem: the first is to replace the throttle valve (300-500 USD . ), the second - boring the throttle and replacing the damper (100-150 USD).
The fuel filter is installed under the rear seat and lasts no more than 30,000 km, and the cost of the original part is unpleasantly surprising. On cars with a mileage of 200,000 km or more, oil consumption increases significantly, the problem can be solved by replacing the valve stem seals and rings. Under the influence of reagents, with which our roads are generously sprinkled, the cooling radiator quickly fails (replacement will cost 300-400 USD). Generator bearings are not famous for their reliability either, replacing a generator costs a tidy sum (600-800 USD), therefore, most owners, when a problem arises, look for a generator at a disassembly, or try to repair it on their own.
Transmission
For Mitsubishi Lancer 9, three types of gearboxes were available - a five-speed manual, a four-speed automatic and a CVT. The mechanics are very reliable, the only thing that can upset the owners a little is the high cost of replacing the clutch (about $ 400), fortunately, it needs to be changed every 150-200 thousand km. There are no complaints about the reliability of the automatic transmission.
Suspension reliability Mitsubishi Lancer 9
Despite the fact that the Mitsubishi Lancer 9 is equipped with an independent suspension: MacPherson strut in front, multi-link in the back, it is difficult to call it comfortable. The original suspension is quite reliable and does not require serious investments, no more than once every 150-170 thousand km. Today, almost all cars of this brand have mileage of about 200,000 km or more, therefore, it is quite difficult to objectively say how long it will last after repair. The fact is that original spare parts are expensive and, at best, many owners take analogues of average quality, at worst - cheap China, which may need to be replaced even after 100 km of run.
The steering rack starts knocking after 100-150 thousand km, and its replacement is very expensive (from 1000 USD). Many owners restore the rail, but it is difficult to predict how long it will last after repair, therefore, be sure to check this unit not only for oil leaks, but also for backlash. Also, check the power steering hoses for cracks and power steering fluid leaks. Tie rods, in comparison with other parts of the chassis, are not particularly reliable and require replacement every 60-80 thousand km. Brake pads, on average, go 40-50 thousand km, discs - twice as long. Over time, the calipers begin to knock, in order to eliminate this knock, it is necessary to lubricate the caliper guides.
Salon
The Asian interior of the cabin immediately catches the eye, everything looks very neat, but modest. And, here, on cars with high mileage, the interior can look pretty shabby, it all depends on how the previous owner treated the car. Despite the fact that the manufacturer used inexpensive finishing materials, everything was assembled very high quality, which cannot be said about sound insulation - its quality is very low, and if you are annoyed by the noise of the wheels and the motor, you cannot do without additional noise. The only thing that can be noted is the reliability of electrical equipment, problems with it are extremely rare. If an air conditioner is installed on the car, then it must be turned on at least once a week (even in winter) to prevent leakage of the seals. Be sure to check the interior for moisture. Often, water enters the cabin through a plug between the passenger compartment and the front left wheel arch (plug replacement is required).
Outcome:
In conclusion, we can say that Mitsubishi Lancer 9 still has much more advantages than disadvantages. Therefore, if you are looking for an inexpensive and reliable car, then this is perhaps the most interesting option in this price segment.
If you are the owner of this car model, please describe the problems that you had to face during the operation of the car. Perhaps it is your review that will help readers of our site when choosing a car.
Sincerely, editorial Autoavenue
Japanese cars are considered a model of quality, reliability and durability. Mitsubishi Lancer IX was no exception, which, having virtually no competitors in its niche, quickly gained popularity among domestic motorists and still holds a leading position in terms of sales. This is greatly facilitated by the unpretentiousness of the car, ease of operation, successful, albeit slightly aggressive design, a wide range of available modifications and options. However, many are frightened off by the dubious ergonomics of the cabin, the high cost of spare parts and materials. Let's try to understand in more detail the strengths and weaknesses of the model, to determine how successful and promising it is.
Excursion into history
The predecessor of the modern Lancer was the Cedia model, which saw the world back in 2000. It practically did not go beyond the Asian market, however, it became fundamental in the future model range, embodying the technical solutions that in 2003 made it possible to introduce the Lancer IX car in the USA and Europe. The first buyers were inspired by the simplicity and relative cheapness of the model, and after that its other positive qualities were revealed.
In Russia and the CIS countries, Lancer at first could not compete with his "big brother" - Mitsubishi Carisma. The rival surpassed the new model in terms of interior comfort, had a more aristocratic design and was in the same price category. However, a year later, in 2004, the production of the Carisma was stopped, and the Lancer gained well-deserved popularity both as a city car and among fans of aggressive driving, which was facilitated by the appearance of the Evolution sports modification.
Let's look under the hood
Mitsubishi engineers decided not to experiment with Lancer power units. Buyers have access to exclusively four-cylinder in-line engines, the volume of which varies between 1.3-2.4 liters. Modifications with a 1.6-liter internal combustion engine are most widely used - they have an optimally balanced ratio of power and fuel consumption (up to 125 hp at 8.0 liters in a combined cycle). A nice bonus of the ninth generation was the introduction of the GDI system. Most cars of this model use AI-95 gasoline as fuel, but there are also versions for AI-98.
The weak points of the engines are the radiator and the ignition system. And if in the latter case it is advisable to install original spare parts, in the event of a radiator breakdown it is better to purchase a high-quality replica. An internal combustion engine with a volume of more than 1.5 liters may have problems with the CPG, especially with careless driving. They manifest themselves in the “deposition” of the piston rings, which may be due to insufficiently strong block structural material or overheating caused by poor oil circulation. Usually the problem is fixed by boring the cylinders.
With the convenience of controlling the transmission while driving the Lancer, there will be no problems - everyone can choose a gearbox to their liking. Versions are available with five- and six-speed mechanics, a four-speed "automatic" and even a CVT. All boxes are highly reliable and have a long service life, however, manual transmissions of 1.3 and 1.6-liter engines may have problems with input shaft bearings. It is advisable to replace them after 100-150 thousand kilometers.
From the gearbox, torque can be transmitted directly to the front drive axle or, for some Cedia modifications, through a transfer case to all wheels. During the operation of both front- and all-wheel drive Lancers, it is important to pay attention to the condition of the CV joints - they tend to wear out. The main advice - do not save on lubricants, and then the transmission will be stable and trouble-free.
Looking for body problems
More than 90% of Mitsubishi Lancer IX cars were delivered as a sedan, but station wagons are sometimes found. The workmanship of both types of bodies meets Japanese standards - the metal is high-quality, durable, but at the same time ductile enough to provide load-absorbing deformations in a collision. But in terms of collisions, dents, scratches and other body defects, used Lancers will leave many other sports and pseudo-sport cars far behind - this model is beaten very often.
Pay attention to the condition of the paintwork - the factory taps have a small thickness, but they are distinguished by durability and uniformity. Damage on such coatings practically does not grow. An increase in thickness, a non-uniform color or an excessive sheen of individual sections of the body will indicate the presence of more or less serious masked defects.
Looking for signs of corrosion. Usually the rear arches are the first to suffer - the inner seam is almost inevitably covered with rust after 5-7 years of car operation. From there, corrosion spreads to the junction of the arch and wing, in advanced cases, it passes to the outer part of the wings at the rear doors. The presence of such obvious traces of neglect of body care will almost certainly indicate the need for welding on internal surfaces.
Other possible, but much less significant foci of corrosion are thresholds, door opening limiter linings, the doors themselves (especially in the lower part), hood edges, windshield joints, trunk. Traces of rust are also possible in the cabin, for example, on the trunk and gas tank release levers.
Was there an accident?
Some of the main signs by which the eliminated consequences of accidents are determined do not work with Lancer. So, it would be a mistake to say that the car was involved in an accident if the hood was removed - sometimes this operation is performed in order to raise the back of the hood for the summer. On modifications with powerful engines, this is the easiest way to improve the natural cooling of the engine compartment with an oncoming air flow. Both the front and rear optics of the Lancer are made of extremely poor quality soft plastic. Already after 100 thousand kilometers, it is overwritten, turns yellow, poorly transmits light and worsens the appearance of the car. So new headlights do not mean that the old ones were broken.
But such an inconspicuous detail as the ears of the front bumper will help to understand whether there was a frontal impact. The plastic of the bumper is durable and can withstand even when the tips of the side members suffer, but the lugs break off in almost any accident, so traces of their restoration should make you think about the condition of the body. In addition, it is important to pay attention to the condition of the front jet thrust - if it was collapsed, then the owner did not care too much about the car.
Inspect the bottom if possible. Rock marks and stretched suspension cups speak to the previous owner's aggressive driving style. It is very likely that upon closer inspection, such a car will have replaced body parts or chassis parts that were damaged as a result of recklessness.
Let's take a look in the salon
We’ll warn you right away that tall or overweight people in the Lancer’s cabin will be rather uncomfortable - the low roof and the lack of steering wheel adjustments make themselves felt. But this is common to all instances of the model. What to look for when inspecting a particular car?
The first thing that catches your eye in the interior of used Lancers of economy configurations is the poor quality of the seats. We are talking not only about worn fabric and a squeezed seal, but also about the frame, which can be completely broken by 200 thousand kilometers. These seats need to be replaced immediately. Used seats from Intense vehicles, which can be purchased at a car yard or ordered online, are perfect.
As finishing materials, on the contrary, the basic equipment wins. Its plastic elements, although they quickly accumulate dust, are easily cleaned with special chemical compounds, but it is more difficult to deal with worn leather and darkened silver inserts on the steering wheel and torpedo. As a rule, only a replacement helps, which will certainly cost a lot. By the way, often the skin of the front panel is altered to mask the traces of an accident - be careful.
The automatic climate control works great. If it is not there, pay attention to the operation of the stove - the temperature damper cable often sticks and breaks. A common occurrence on used Lancers has become a non-working air conditioner. It can fail for various reasons, but most often the tubes are frayed by the engine crankcase protection. Broken power window cables are also not uncommon. And after a long drive on bad roads (200 thousand km or more), the interior begins to “sing” - plastic parts rub against each other and emit an unpleasant creak. Fixing work will help eliminate this problem.
Electrics and control mechanisms
Both analog electrics and Mitsubishi Lancer IX electronics are extremely reliable and durable. The "weak link" can be called the contact group of the ignition switch, but problems with it are the exception rather than the rule. For the rest, it is enough to adhere to the elementary rules for servicing electrical equipment, for example, every 100-150 thousand kilometers, change the brushes and bearings of the generator, monitor the condition of the plates and the battery charge level. Take care of the starter - when it is overloaded, there is a high risk of breakage of the teeth of the contact pair of gears.