2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Mitsubishi Lancer 2006

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 286hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

55300 mi Spring broke and valve dropped causing total engine damage requiring a long block rebuild 

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 286hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

16000 mi

US $100
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shielding loose. 

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 4dr Sedan

162-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

127300 mi

C $184
The balance shaft timing belt ( previously claimed replaced by mechanic) failed, taking out the main timing belt. Engine now runs, but has valve damage. will be digging into further when time allows 
128340 mi

C $500
Finally getting around to replacing bent intake valves, which occurred some time ago. 

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2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Engine Problems

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