Mitsubishi Eclipse: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Mitsubishi Eclipse’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Mitsubishi Eclipse … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse:  Brake Fluid Leak Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Mitsubishi Eclipse’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your Eclipse.  A brake fluid leak is a serious problem.  It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse Bad Throttle Body: Symptoms + Diagnosis

If your Mitsubishi Eclipse has a faulty throttle body, it can cause it to run terribly.  Common symptoms of a bad throttle body include dirt and grime, the check engine light, and an erratic idle. Your Eclipse’s throttle body controls the amount of air that enters the engine.  You control the throttle body position with … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse: Bad Thermostat → Symptoms & Diagnosis

The thermostat in your Mitsubishi Eclipse’s engine plays a crucial role in regulating its temperature. A malfunctioning thermostat may lead to various issues and should be dealt with immediately. Some of the most common symptoms of a bad thermostat are no heat, a spiked temp gauge, a blown head gasket, and more. A thermostat failure … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse:  Bad Serpentine Belt

One of the most common issues with a vehicle is a bad serpentine belt.  If you suspect that your Mitsubishi Eclipse has this problem, we’ll give you the common symptoms below, as well as how to replace it. The good news is that serpentine belts are cheap, and in the grand scheme of things, relatively … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse: Uneven Tire Wear → Causes

  Uneven tire wear can happen at any time in the life of a vehicle.  If your Mitsubishi Eclipse is experiencing this situation, taking corrective action when you first notice it is important.  Otherwise, you may end up needing a new set of tires.   Mitsubishi Eclipse Uneven Tire Wear Causes There are a few … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse Low Transmission Fluid: Symptoms and Diagnosis

There are several symptoms to watch for that suggest your Eclipse might have low transmission fluid. Some of these signs include irregular shifting, inability to shift, dashboard warning lights, slipping transmission, and strange noises coming from under the hood. If you suspect that your Eclipse has low transmission fluid, the first thing you should do … Read more

Mitsubishi Eclipse: Transmission Fluid Leak Causes

If you’ve found red fluid under your Mitsubishi Eclipse, you probably have a transmission leak. A transmission leak is a big deal.  If you let too much transmission fluid leak, the transmission will begin to slip, which can quickly cause long term damage. Unlike oil, transmission fluid is flammable, and will flash if it hits … Read more