Original Mitsubishi 3000GT, 3000GT SL & 3000GT VR-4 Service Manual (Engine, Chassis & Body) Car 1991

Original 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT Service Manual - Volume 1: Engine, Chassis & Body

Maintain, diagnose, and restore your first-generation Japanese supercar with the definitive factory-issued resource. This comprehensive Service Manual (Volume 1) covers the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT in exhaustive detail, providing the technical foundation for everything from routine fluid changes to complex engine and chassis overhauls.

Whether you own the naturally aspirated grand tourer or the high-tech, twin-turbocharged VR-4, this manual is engineered to meet the needs of dedicated owners and professional technicians who demand factory-correct specifications.

Complete Model Coverage

This manual provides specific data and service procedures for the following 1991 model combinations, including FWD, AWD, and California-spec variants:

• Mitsubishi 3000GT (1991)
• Mitsubishi 3000GT SL (1991)
• Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4 (1991)
• Z11AMNXML2M / Z11AMNXML7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI]
• Z11AMRXML2M / Z11AMRXML7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI]
• Z11AMNPML2M / Z11AMNPML7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI]
• Z11AMRPML2M / Z11AMRPML7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI]
• Z15AMNGFL2M / Z15AMNGFL7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI-Turbo]
• Z16AMNGFL2M / Z16AMNGFL7M: Mitsubishi 3000GT [DOHC-MPI-Turbo]

Technical Highlights & Features

The 1991 3000GT was a pioneer of automotive technology. This manual covers all the specialized systems that defined the era:

• DOHC V6 Powerplants: Detailed sections on the 3.0L 24-valve engines, including the specialized components for the twin-turbocharged and intercooled VR-4 models.
• Advanced Drivetrain Management: Full service data for both Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD) configurations, including the 4-Wheel Steering (4WS) system and propeller shaft maintenance.
• Electronic Control Suspension (ECS): Comprehensive diagnostic and repair procedures for the active suspension system.
• Turbocharger & Intake Systems: Specific service points for air intake hoses, intercoolers, and turbocharger cooling lines.
• Precision Chassis Data: From the complex rear suspension geometry to the service brakes and SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbag diagnostics.

Professional-Grade Information Architecture

Designed for clarity and ease of use, the manual is organized into logical groups:

• General Information: Vehicle identification, tightening torques, lubrication capacities, and scheduled maintenance tables.
• Engine, Fuel & Cooling: Overhaul procedures, timing belt replacement, fuel injection (MPI) troubleshooting, and cooling system specifications.
• Transmission & Driveline: Coverage for both Manual and Automatic Transaxles, clutch hydraulic systems, and axle assemblies.
• Body & HVAC: Interior and exterior component removal, heater unit service, and manual air conditioning evacuation and charging.

Technical Specifications & Identification

For accurate parts ordering and authentication, the manual includes:

• Vehicle Identification: Detailed breakdown of chassis numbers and model codes (Z11A, Z15A, Z16A series).
• Torque Specs: Precise Nm and ft-lbs values for every critical fastener.
• Lubricant Tables: Exact capacities and recommended grades for engine oil, transaxle fluid, and coolant.

This manual is the ultimate tool for preserving the performance and value of the 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT series. It provides the deep-dive technical data necessary to keep these sophisticated machines on the road and performing at their peak.