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Mitsubishi Colt, COLT EV, COLT GT, COLT DL, COLT VISTA 1989 Parts Catalog

After twenty-eight years of turning wrenches, I’ve seen enough parts-ordering screw-ups to fill a landfill. You order a control arm, get the wrong one, lose a day. That ends when you work off a factory parts catalog. This is the real thing: Mitsubishi Colt, COLT EV, COLT GT, COLT DL, COLT VISTA 1989 Parts Catalog. 1769 pages. No aftermarket guessing. OEM part numbers, exploded diagrams, and the exact breakdowns you need to order the right piece the first time.

Front Suspension & Drive: Group 2 Coverage

For front suspension work, Group 2 is where you’ll live. Figures 2-100 through 2-2900 cover everything from lower control arms to axle shafts. Need a CV joint for a COLT EV with the turbo engine? Figure 2-2200 lists the specific parts for the 24,41 FWD with turbo and the 45 4WD Colt LA. The diagrams are true exploded views with callout numbers that match the parts list. You can cross-reference part numbers using the Numerical Index in the General Information section. Turn to page 1 to see the full index layout.

Rear Axle & Differential: Group 3 Breakdown

The rear axle group covers the COLT VISTA 4WD and other models. Figures 3-100 through 3-1700 include axle housings, shafts, and differentials—both standard and limited slip. If you own a COLT DL station wagon (LA45 4WD), Figure 3-700 gives you the rear differential breakdown. The limited slip differential is covered in Figure 3-800. That’s the kind of accuracy aftermarket catalogs screw up all the time.

How to Locate Parts Using the General Information Section

You might be tempted to flip through randomly. Don’t. The ‘How to Locate Parts’ section on page A-3 explains the fiche layout (even though this is a PDF now, the logic holds). Use the Alphabetical Index or the Numerical Index to find any part number. The ‘Model Chart and Power Teams’ table on page A-6 shows exactly which engine, transmission, and axle combinations came in each Colt variant. That verifies your application before you order. Also check the ‘Product Bulletins’ section for any supersessions or corrections.

3 Critical Areas Covered by This Catalog

Engine – The ‘Engine Model and Serial Number’ page (in General Information) helps you identify the exact powerplant in your Colt. The catalog then lists all internal and external engine parts by figure number.
Transmission – ‘Transmission Model and Serial Number’ page does the same for the gearbox. Group 2 includes axle shafts specific to manual or auto transmissions.
Brakes – Group 4 covers parking brake controls for every Colt model, including the COLT GT and COLT Vista.

Why a Factory Parts Catalog Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs are notorious for transposed digits, missing supersessions, and wrong cross-references. This is Mitsubishi’s own 1989 Import Parts Catalog, direct from the factory. Every part number was validated against the vehicle identification plate. The ‘Part Number Prefix’ section ensures you match the correct prefix for your model year and plant. That is the difference between wasting an afternoon and finishing the job. For other model years, check the 1991 Mitsubishi Import Parts Catalog Index or the 1990 Mitsubishi Passenger Car and Truck Parts Catalog. For 1992-94, see the 1992-94 Mitsubishi Import Parts Catalog Index.

When you’re ordering a part like an automotive battery, refer to the Automotive Industry Overview for standards, and use the Automotive Battery article for battery group sizes—but always come back to this catalog for the OEM spec.

FAQ

Does this catalog include part numbers for the COLT EV?

Yes, the COLT EV is listed in the applicable Group sections with its own part numbers.

How do I find a specific part, say a front axle shaft for a 1989 Colt DL?

Start by going to Group 2 – Front Suspension & Drive. Look for Figure 2-2100 which covers the front axle without turbo for the Colt LA platform. The DL is part of that family. The diagram will show the axle shaft with a reference number. Cross-reference that number to the parts list next to the figure. Then verify the part number prefix using the Part Number Prefix section in General Information. That ensures you get the exact OEM part for your VIN range. Always double-check against your vehicle identification plate as shown on page A-5.

Stop wasting time with generic parts lookups. Access the Factory Manual and get the exact OEM parts your 1989 Colt needs.