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Mitsubishi SPACE STAR 1999 Workshop Manual

You’ve got a dead short in the dash or a fuel pump that won’t prime. You pull out some online schematic that claims to be for a 1999 Mitsubishi SPACE STAR 1999 Workshop Manual – and it’s wrong. Wire colors don’t match, the pinouts are for a different model year, and you’ve just fried a $200 ECU. I’ve seen it happen. That’s why I only put factory OEM documentation on my bench. This is the real deal: 243 pages of Mitsubishi’s own electrical wiring manual, edited and published by Mitsubishi Motor Sales Europe in 1998 for the 1999 model year. No aftermarket re-draws, no scanned copies that lost a page. You get the full harness configuration diagrams and circuit diagrams exactly as the line workers used.

Wiring Harness Configuration Diagrams

The manual starts with GROUPINDEX and a foreword that explains the document structure. Then it dives into “Схемы расположения жгутов проводов” – that’s Russian for wiring harness configuration diagrams. You get separate sections for left-hand drive and right-hand drive vehicles, engine-specific harnesses for the 4G13 and 4G93 (including the GDI variant), plus front panel, instrument panel, floor and roof, doors, and luggage compartment. The factory even included a “Single Part Installation Position” section that tells you exactly where every relay, ECU, sensor, solenoid, diode, diagnostic connector, fuse, and ground point lives. Page 3 of the PDF shows the group index – bookmark it.

How to Read the Wiring Diagrams: Factory Method

If you’ve ever stared at aftermarket wiring diagrams that use random symbols, you’ll appreciate the pages on “Как пользоваться электросхемами” – how to use the electrical diagrams. Mitsubishi spells out their wire color codes (page 1-9), connector earthing markings, and abbreviation symbols. For example, the MPI (distributed injection) system for both 4G13 and 4G93 engines has its own circuit diagram with troubleshooting hints on the facing page. That’s how a real shop manual works: operation and troubleshooting hints are printed right next to the circuit. No flipping back and forth.

Single Part Installation Positions

One thing that saves hours on any electrical diag is knowing where the parts are. The “Месторасположение единичных узлов и деталей” section lists every relay, ECU, sensor, electromagnetic valve, diode, diagnostic connector, fuse, and ground wire by location. If your SPACE STAR has a central locking or remote keyless entry issue, the diagrams split between “without remote unlocking” and “with remote unlocking” – all based on factory build data. No guesswork. You can find the exact location of the “масса” (ground) points that often corrode on these cars.

Circuit Diagrams and Troubleshooting Hints

The bulk of the manual – the “Электросхемы” – covers every circuit: power supply, starting, ignition (4G13 vs 4G93), charging, MPI, cooling, headlights (including daytime running light versions), fog lights, interior lights, turn signals, stop lights, reverse lights, horn, gauges, oil pressure warning, fuel level, brake warning, power windows, central locking, heater, manual A/C, windshield wiper/washer, rear wiper, headlight washer, and heated mirrors. For each circuit, the operation and troubleshooting hints are printed on the facing page. Look at page 2 of the PDF – the group index tells you exactly which section number to flip to. Want to trace the ABS? Not in this manual (this is the wiring-only volume), but the companion Mitsubishi SPACE STAR Electrical Schematic – OEM Wiring Manual”>Mitsubishi SPACE STAR Electrical Schematic – OEM Wiring Manual has it covered.

Why OEM Beats Aftermarket Every Time

I’ve been a tech for 28 years and I’ve seen aftermarket wiring manuals that swap pin 12 and pin 22, or use the wrong wire color code. This Mitsubishi SPACE STAR 1999 Workshop Manual is an original factory PDF, not a third-party reprint. The publication number is EMX99E1, and it references the companion Technical Information Manual (IMXE99E1), Workshop Manual Chassis (CMXE99E1), and Body Repair Manual (BMXE99E1). If you need the engine mechanical specs or torque values, pick up the Mitsubishi R4AW2-1, R4AW2-3, R4AW2-7 1996 Workshop Manual”>Mitsubishi R4AW2-1, R4AW2-3, R4AW2-7 1996 Workshop Manual or the Mitsubishi 4D68 1996 Workshop Manual – 70 Pages of OEM Specs”>Mitsubishi 4D68 1996 Workshop Manual – 70 Pages of OEM Specs. Those cover the engine and transmission side. This wiring manual is the electrical bible.

Does This Manual Cover Both Engine Options?

Yes. The manual includes separate wiring diagrams for the 4G13 and 4G93 (including the DOHC GDI) engines. You’ll see separate sections for ignition, charging, MPI, and cooling for each engine. Also, the manual covers both left-hand drive and right-hand drive configurations, with separate harness diagrams for each. If you’re working on a SPACE STAR with the 4G93 GDI, the “Система распределенного впрыска (MPI)” section has the full circuit. For more on general automotive electrical standards, check Automotive Industry Overview – but for your specific car, stick to Mitsubishi’s own data.

FAQ

Does this manual cover the 4G93 GDI engine?

Yes. The MPI, ignition, charging, and cooling circuits all have dedicated pages for the 4G93 DOHC GDI version.

Are the wiring diagrams in color?

No. The factory manual uses black and white wire color codes listed on page 1-9. You’ll see abbreviations like “B” for black, “R” for red, “W” for white, etc.

How many pages does this manual have?

243 pages.

Can I use this manual for a 2000 Space Star?

This manual is specifically for the 1999 model year (production started late 1998). Mitsubishi often changes connectors and pin assignments between model years. Using it on a 2000 may still cover many circuits, but you risk mismatched connectors. I’d get the 2000 edition if you can. For the 1999, this is the only OEM source you need.

Look, I don’t care if you’re a weekend guy or a shop foreman – electrical problems waste billable hours and can burn a car to the ground if you use wrong wiring. This manual gives you the exact wire colors, ground points, and connector layouts that came off the factory line. Stop trusting forum posts and obtained scraps. Access the Factory Manual and get it right the first time.