Engine repair for a 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Engine repair for the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 10.5 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Body
- Subcompact Cars

A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse for engine repair
- Body: subcompact cars (EPA size class).
2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 3.0 L | 2.4 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 26 | 25 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 25 | 24 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,975 | US$3,900 | US$3,300 | US$4,100 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,256 | $3,920 | $3,596 | $4,130 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 97 complaints with NHTSA, most often about wheels (38), structure (20) and tires (8). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V338000 | 2015-06-02 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) is recalling certain model year 2000-2005 Eclipse vehicles manufactured April 5, 1999, to December 17, 2004, 2001-2005 Eclipse Spyder vehicles manufactured January 19, 2000, to March 18, 2005, 2001-2005 Chrysler Sebring vehicles manufactured April 17, 2000, to February... |
| 04V428000 | 2004-09-01 | equipment:other:labels | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE BILINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH REMOVABLE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS AFFIXED TO THE DASH AND TO THE SUNVISOR DO NOT MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS OF THE STANDARD. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse: Engine repair
CarmaCars does not do this work itself. For engine work on the 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse, we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one. An engine that runs rough, smokes or overheats needs a look soon.
Your Eclipse and the shop
The shop may ask for the VIN to order the right parts. Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the Eclipse. Tell the shop the year, the trim and the engine: the 2.4L 4-cylinder. The 2.4L 4-cylinder does the work, through a 5-speed manual.
The steps
You agree everything with the shop before work begins. Send the car's details and what it needs; we take it from there. We pass your request to a trusted shop or give you its name.
A rental while you wait
Pick a car that suits your week from our fleet. Rent by the day or the week, and stop when your car is back. Delivery covers the Toronto area, priced by distance in your offer; pickup from us is free.
What to ask
Ask whether the shop needs your keys, the wheel lock key or the spare. Ask how the shop will contact you if it finds something unexpected. Ask for a written estimate before any work starts.
Car care, briefly
Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Check that all lights work every few weeks. Do not ignore a warning light; an early check often costs less than a late repair.
Ready to ask?
Describe the problem, and we arrange a trusted shop.
Request engine repair
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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