This guide is for the OEM cargo covers with related parts for the North American 2nd generation Mitsubishi Eclipse and Eagle Talon.
Disclaimer: this info may not be comprehensive or exhaustive, and may contain mistakes or errors. If you see a mistake or something missing, feel free to drop a comment.
Trim Levels Equipped With Cargo Covers:
Thanks to @dustyboner for helping to find & sort this information out.
Versions/Styles
There were two basic styles of cargo covers available for the 2nd generation cars. The first version was used during the 1995-1996 model years. It was replaced in the second half of 1996 with the final version, which was used through 1999.
Version 1: 1995-1996
This version featured two rubber dampers, a carpeted top side and a black underside.
Version 2: 1996-1999
This version featured three rubber dampers, a carpeted top side and a tan underside.
Car Side Installation Points
Right side shown:
A) Tailgate Trim Clip (2 qty: 1 per side): MR189485
B) Shelf Rod Holder
Installed In The Car
Open Position:
Closed Position:
Shown detached from Tailgate Trim Clips.
Note that the cover is just big enough to block a person's view of the trunk from the rear window when it is closed. OEM covers do not cover the entire trunk.
Installation & Removal Video
Buying Used? Things To Look Out For
Disclaimer: this info may not be comprehensive or exhaustive, and may contain mistakes or errors. If you see a mistake or something missing, feel free to drop a comment.
Trim Levels Equipped With Cargo Covers:
- Eclipse Coupe:
- RS (with Preferred Equipment Package upgrade)
- GS
- GS-T
- GSX
- Talon:
- ESi (with "B" or "C" Package upgrade)
- TSi
- TSi AWD
Thanks to @dustyboner for helping to find & sort this information out.
Versions/Styles
There were two basic styles of cargo covers available for the 2nd generation cars. The first version was used during the 1995-1996 model years. It was replaced in the second half of 1996 with the final version, which was used through 1999.
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Version 1: 1995-1996
This version featured two rubber dampers, a carpeted top side and a black underside.
- Gray top: MR707951
- Blue top (Eclipse only): MR707952
- Brown top (Talon only): MR707953
Version 2: 1996-1999
This version featured three rubber dampers, a carpeted top side and a tan underside.
- Gray top: MR729565 (supersedes MR707951)
- Blue top (1997 Eclipse only): MR729566
- Beige top (1997-1999): MR773824
Replaceable Components
- Damper (2 or 3 qty depending on cover version): MB479377
- Support (2 qty: 1 per side): MR190254
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Car Side Installation Points
Right side shown:
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A) Tailgate Trim Clip (2 qty: 1 per side): MR189485
B) Shelf Rod Holder
- Left: MB958995
- Right: MB958996
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Installed In The Car
Open Position:
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Closed Position:
Shown detached from Tailgate Trim Clips.
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Note that the cover is just big enough to block a person's view of the trunk from the rear window when it is closed. OEM covers do not cover the entire trunk.
Installation & Removal Video
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Buying Used? Things To Look Out For
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