Engine Mitsubishi 6B31

The Mitsubishi 6B31 3.0-liter V-shaped 6-cylinder engine has been produced since 2006 and is installed only on two well-known models: the Outlander crossover and the Pajero Sport SUV. This power unit is considered the top in the line of gasoline engines of the Japanese concern.

The engine was installed on:

• Mitsubishi Outlander CW in 2006 – 2012;
• Mitsubishi Outlander GF since 2012;
• Mitsubishi Pajero Sport KH in 2010 – 2015;
• Mitsubishi Pajero Sport KS since 2015.

Specifications

Disadvantages of the Mitsubishi 6B31 engine

• For engines of the first years of production, there was a recall on replacing the intake manifold flap;s
• The engine often suffers from leaks, usually the cause is cracked valve covers;
• Timing belt life of 90,000 km can be drastically reduced if oil gets on it;
• The most dangerous problem is the drop in oil pump performance to 120 thousand km;
• First, hydraulic lifters knock, if you do not pay attention, then the engine wedges;
• On a run of more than 200 – 250 thousand km, the camshafts and their bed are usually already worn out;
• The power unit supports last up to 50,000 km, the catalyst crumbles after 150,000 km.