2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA fuel

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
4–30
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Driving rangeED92C-Cb
For vehicles with MITSUBISHI genuine
audio, driving range can be displayed.
This value shows the distance (in km or
miles) that can be driven on the fuel remain-
ing in the fuel tank.NOTE
(1) When the driving range is displayed, if
the driving range drops below 50 km
(30 miles), alarm sounds and the dis-
play shows a flashing. When this oc-
curs, top up the fuel tank as soon as
possible.
Even when an item other than the driv-
ing range is currently displayed, the
alarm sounds and the driving range ap-
pears for 5 seconds when the driving
range drops to the 50 km, 25 km and
10 km (or 30 miles, 15 miles and
6 miles) levels. Then, the original item is
again displayed.
(2) The driving range varies depending on
road conditions, the manner of driving
and other related factors. Consequently,
the display should be used only as a
guide; top up the fuel tank as soon as
possible.
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Average speedED92F-Db
For vehicles with MITSUBISHI genuine
audio, average speed can be displayed.
This value shows the average speed (in
km/h or mph) since the display was reset.
If you reset the display at the time when you
want to start the measurements, average
speed from that point of time can be dis-
played.

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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2. Adjust the brightness by moving the
cursor with the “H” or “M” button.
H- Decrease brightness
M- Increase brightness
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3. Press the “SET” button to determine
the setting. The display will return to
the original display item.
NOTE
(1) To cancel the brightness adjusting pro-
cedure before completion, press the
button (A).
(2) If the “SET” button is not pressed for
about 15 seconds or longer in the
middle of the adjustment, the currently
selected brightness is set automatically.
Then, the display returns to the original
display item.
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Display unit selectionED92J-Ab
Originally, km/h and L/100 km are selected.
When you want to select the unit “mile”, fol-
low this procedure.
NOTE
For vehicles without MITSUBISHI genuine
audio system, only the unit of average fuel
consumption can be changed to km or miles
as you like.
1. Press the “M” button while pressing
the button (A) to activate the display
unit selection function. The currently
selected unit will appear.

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2. Use the “H” or “M” button to select the
desired speed unit, then press the
“SET” button to enter the setting.
H- km
M- mile
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3. If the km unit was selected in step 2,
the fuel consumption unit must be se-
lected continuously using the “H” or
“M” button. The currently selected unit
will appear.
Use the “H” or “M” button to select the
desired fuel consumption unit, then
press the “SET” button to enter the set-
ting.
H- L/100 km
M- km/L
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4. Press the “SET” button to determine
the setting. The display will return to
the original display item.
NOTE
(1) For vehicles without a MITSUBISHI
genuine audio system, only the unit of
fuel consumption can be changed to km
or miles as you like.
(2) If you select “M” (mile) unit in step 2, fuel
consumption is automatically shown in
“mpg (mile per gallon)”.
(3) To cancel the unit setting procedure be-
fore completion, press the button (A).
(4) The outside temperature and clock are
not shown during the unit selecting pro-
cedure.
(5) If the “SET” button is not pressed for
about 15 seconds or longer in the
middle of the selection, the currently se-
lected unit is set automatically. Then, the
display returns to the original display
item.

Starting and driving
Running-in recommendations 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel selection 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling the fuel tank 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Catalytic converter 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economical driving 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tr ailer towing 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch 5–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 5–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission INVECS–II 4A/T,
Sports Mode 4A/T
(Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic
Control System II) 5–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation of the automatic transmission
INVECS-II 5–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake 5–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 5–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking 5–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti–lock brake system (ABS)* 5–28. . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel height adjustment 5–30. . . . . . . . . .
Power steering system 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside rear-view mirror 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear-view mirror 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual remote-controlled outside rear-view
mirrors* 5–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric remote–controlled outside
rear–view mirrors* 5–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction control (TCL)* 5–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto–speed (cruise) control* 5–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–3
Fuel selectionEC20AMFe
Recommended
fuel
Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol
octane rating (DIN 51607)
95 RON or higher (Super)
Diesel-powered vehicles
Cetane rating (DIN 51601)
45 or higher
NOTE
The petrol-powered vehicles have the oc-
tane number automatic change device so
that you can use unleaded normal petrol 91
RON as an emergency measure in case un-
leaded premium petrol 95 RON or higher is
not available on journey, etc. In such a case,
you don’t need to adjust the engine specially.
In case of using unleaded normal petrol 91
RON, the engine performance will suffer a
little degradation.
Filling the fuel tankEC20DMA
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and ex-
plosive.
Yo u could be burned or seriously in-
jured when handling it. When refuel-
ing your vehicle, always turn the en-
gine off and keep away from flames,
sparks, and smoking materials. Al-
ways handle fuel in well–ventilated
outdoor areas.
Fuel tank capacity
60 litres
LHD
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Refueling
1. Before filling with fuel, stop the engine.
2. The fuel tank filler is located on the left
side of your vehicle.
The fuel tank filler door can be opened
from inside the vehicle with the fuel
tank filler door release lever located
beside the driver’s seat.

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–4
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RHD
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A- Remove
B- Close
3. Open the fuel tank filler tube by slowly
turning the cap anticlockwise.
NOTE
Put the fuel tank cap on the cap holder (C)
while refueling.
CAUTION
Since the fuel system may be under
pressure, remove the fuel tank filler
tube cap slowly. This relieves any
pressure or vacuum that might have
built up in the fuel tank. If the cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing
sound, wait until it stops before re-
moving the cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out, injuring you or others.
4. To fill with fuel correctly depends main-
ly on correct handling of the fuel filler
gun. Do not tilt the gun. Insert the gun
in the tank port as far as it goes.
CAUTION
Petrol–powered vehicles have a label
located on the fuel tank filler lid that
states, ”UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”.
The vehicle also has a fuel tank filler
tube especially designed to accept
the smaller diameter unleaded petrol
dispensing nozzles only.
If the tank cap must be replaced, use
only a MITSUBISHI original part
specified for your vehicle.

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–5
5. When the gun stops automatically, re-
move the gun half the way in the tank
port. After the second automatic stop,
do not fill with fuel any more.
CAUTION
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling,
do not ”top–off” the fuel tank.
6. To close, turn the fuel tank filler tube
cap slowly clockwise until you hear
clicking sounds, then gently push the
fuel tank filler door closed.
CAUTION
If you need replace the fuel tank filler
tube cap, use only the cap specified
for your model vehicle.
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Catalytic converterEC18A-Jc
For ordinary use, there are no particular pre-
cautions except that of using unleaded pet-
rol.
The exhaust gas scavenging device with
catalytic converter is extremely efficient for
the reduction of noxious gases. The catalytic
converter is installed in the exhaust system.
It is important to keep the engine properly
tuned to ensure proper catalyst operation
and prevent possible catalyst damage.
CAUTION
Damage to the catalytic converter can
result if your vehicle is not kept in
proper operating condition. In the
event of an engine malfunction par-
ticularly involving engine misfire or
other apparent loss of performance
have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle
with a severe overheated condition
may result in possible damage to the
converter and vehicle.
WARNING
(1) As with any vehicle, do not park
or operate this vehicle in areas
where combustible materials
such as dry grass or leaves can
come into contact with a hot ex-
haust since a fire could occur.
(2) Undercoating paint should not be
applied to the catalytic converter.

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–6
The catalytic converter itself gets hot quickly,
and may be damaged if overheated. The fol-
lowing points should be noted in order to pre-
vent the ignition of unburned petrol within the
catalytic converter.
(1) In case of the petrol-powered vehicles,
use UNLEADED PETROL ONLY of the
type of recommended in “Fuel usage”
on page 5–3.
(2) Do not drive with an extremely low fuel
level; running out of fuel could cause
damage to the catalytic converter.
(3) Do not switch OFF the ignition switch
while driving.
(4) Do not try to start the engine by pushing
the vehicle. If the battery is weak or dis-
charged, use another battery to start the
engine.
(5) In case of the petrol-powered vehicles,
do not idle the engine with any spark
plug wires disconnected or removed
such as performing diagnostic tests.
(6) Do not idle the engine for prolonged
periods during very rough idle or mal-
functioning operating conditions.
(7) Do not race the engine when turning off
the ignition switch. This will prevent the
catalytic converter from being damaged
due to unburnt fuel.(8) Stop driving the vehicle if you think the
performance is noticeably low, or that
there is unnecessary engine rotation or
any other engine trouble, such as with
the ignition, etc.
If it is impractical to stop driving immedi-
ately, reduce the speed and drive for
only a short time. Have an inspection
made by your nearest authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer as soon as possible.
(9) In unusual situations involving grossly
malfunctioning engine operation, a
burnt smell may indicate severe and ab-
normal catalyst overheating.
If this occurs, the vehicle should be
stopped in a safe place, the engine
switched off and the vehicle allowed to
cool. Once the engine is cool, a service,
including a tune-up to manufacturer’s
specifications, should be obtained im-
mediately.Economical drivingEC19ABC
For economical driving, there are some
technical requirements that have to be met.
The prerequisite for low fuel consumption is
a properly adjusted engine. In order to
achieve longer life of the vehicle and the
most economical operation, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer at regular intervals in accordance with
the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust
gas and noise are highly influenced by per-
sonal driving habits as well as the particular
operating conditions. The following points
should be observed in order to minimize
wear of brakes, tyres and engine as well as
to reduce environmental pollution.
(1)Starting
Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden
starts; such operation will result in
higher fuel consumption.
(2)Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and
engine speed. Always use the highest
gear possible.