Consumer Review Video - 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2.0L 4 Cyl.

Common problems and easy repairs on a 1996 Eclipse

The 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS is a moderately easy vehicle to maintain, and a good choice for any vehicle owner. Changing the engine air filter with reliability is no problem, as you only have to disengage a few fasteners for access to the filter. These fasteners are easy to disengage. Checking the oil level is easy to do, as the dipstick is easily accessible in the engine bay. The battery is easier to remove than usual, as the battery bracket that secures the battery is itself easy to remove.

Some things are problematic on the 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS. The brake fluid reservoir is slightly cramped in the engine bay. Checking its fluid level will be difficult to do. You will have to peel back the wheel well lining for access to the parking light. This lining can grow tight to the vehicle. The washer fluid reservoir can be tough to refill, as it is surrounded by other engine components.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.

Add brake fluid

If your brake fluid is a little low, learn how to add some here. Ignoring a low level leads to big problems

1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2.0L 4 Cyl.

Change the parking light

Small bulbs that burn out regularly - did you know you can replace these with LED lights?

1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2.0L 4 Cyl.

Oil level check

Cars burn, leak and otherwise dispense of their oil. Check your level frequently and top up when necessary

1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS 2.0L 4 Cyl.

Replace reverse light

White light when you back up - yup, they burn out and you can replace them with bright LEDs

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