1988 Mitsubishi Precis Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1988 Mitsubishi Precis applies to a car with a single-overhead-cam 1.5-liter inline-four that runs on gasoline without forced induction. That engine serves both body styles, the 2-door hatchback and the 4-door hatchback, and three trims: Base, LS and RS. Engine, fuel, ignition and cooling procedures come with specifications and torque values, the transmission and chassis are documented with the same data, and wiring diagrams and diagnostics address the electrical system.

Engines covered

• 1.5L inline-four (90 cu in) — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door hatchback
• 4-door hatchback

Trims covered

• Base
• LS
• RS

Known issues on the 1988 Precis. The federal record holds 2 recalls for the 1988 Precis, both about the heater. On certain 1988 Precis passenger cars, the heater control valve stem was made from material below specification and could leak when coolant ran hot, risking burns to the front passenger's feet and legs; dealers replaced defective stems. A follow-up recall covered certain 1988 Precis cars that had received a replacement stem in an earlier recall but got the wrong part, which could also leak over time. Owners logged 3 complaints, 2 on visibility and 1 on the power train, and 1 complaint reported a fire. Cooling system procedures and specifications apply.