1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max

1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max

The 1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max was a compact pickup truck available with either a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine or a 2.6-liter V6 engine. It came with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The Mighty Max was popular for its ruggedness, affordability, and relatively good fuel economy. However, it was also known for its lack of power and refinement.

Engine

• 2.0L Inline-4
  • Blown head gasket: Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking from the engine, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust. Solution: Replace the head gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $1200+
  • Cracked cylinder head: Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaking from the engine, overheating, white smoke from the exhaust. Solution: Replace the cylinder head. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1200 - $1800+
• 2.6L V6
  • Intake manifold gasket failure: Description/Symptoms: Coolant or oil leaking from the engine, rough idle, loss of power. Solution: Replace the intake manifold gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
  • Synchronizer wear: Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, grinding noise when shifting. Solution: Replace the synchronizers. Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1000+
• 4-speed automatic
  • Torque converter failure: Description/Symptoms: Shuddering or slipping during acceleration, loss of power. Solution: Replace the torque converter. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1200 - $1800+

Suspension

• Front suspension: No Issues Found
• Rear suspension: No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator failure: Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, electrical components not working, battery not charging. Solution: Replace the alternator. Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600+
• Starter failure: Description/Symptoms: Engine won’t start, clicking noise when turning the key. Solution: Replace the starter. Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+

Exterior

• Rust: Description/Symptoms: Corrosion on the body panels, frame, or other metal components. Solution: Repair or replace the affected parts. Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the extent of the damage.

Interior

• Dashboard cracking: Description/Symptoms: Cracks forming on the dashboard. Solution: Replace the dashboard or cover it with a dash mat. Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
• Air conditioning failure: Description/Symptoms: Air conditioning not blowing cold air. Solution: Repair or replace the air conditioning compressor, condenser, or other components. Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1200+

Summary

The 1992 Mitsubishi Mighty Max was a reliable and affordable compact pickup truck. However, it had some common issues, including head gasket failure, intake manifold gasket failure, and dashboard cracking. These issues could be expensive to repair, but they were generally not severe enough to prevent the Mighty Max from being a good choice for those looking for a durable and inexpensive truck.