2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA wheel

MAINTENANCE
9–15
NOTE
(1) The laws and regulations concerning
snow tyres (driving speed, required use,
type, etc.) vary. Find out and follow the
laws and regulations in driving area.
(2) If flange nuts are used on your vehicle,
change to tapered nuts when steel
wheels are used.Tyre chainsEL23AMFk
If tyre chains have to be used, ensure that
they are fitted only on the front wheels.
Use only tyre chains which are designed
for use with the tyres mounted on the ve-
hicle: use of the incorrect size or type of
chain could result in damage to the vehicle
body. Before fitting tyre chains, please
consult your authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer. The max chain height is as follows.
Ty r e s i z eWheel sizeMax chain
height [mm]
175/65R15*115x5 J13.5
195/55R15*1195/60R15*215x5 1/2 J
15x6 J12
*1: Snow tyre (M+S) only
*2: Summer tyre only
The speed limit for tyre chain is 50 km/h and
remove the tyre chains as soon as possible
on snow free roads.
WARNING
DO NOT use a jack when filling the
chains as in the conditions the tyres
may slip on the icy road causing the
vehicle to slip off the jack.
CAUTION
(1) Practice fitting the chains before
you need them. Don’t expect help
from other people in the cold.
(2) Choose a clear straight stretch of
road where you can pull off and
still be seen while you are fitting
the chains.
(3) Do not fit chains before you need
them. This will wear out your
tyres and the road surface.
(4) After driving around 100 - 300
metres, stop and retighten the
chains.
(5) Care should be taken with ex-
tremes of steering lock to prevent
possible contact between the
chains and the vehicle body.
(6) Drive carefully and do not exceed
50 km/h. Remember, fitting
chains is not going to stop acci-
dents from happening.
(7) When tyre chains are installed,
take care that they do not damage
the disc wheel or body.

MAINTENANCE
9–16
CAUTION
(8) Do not install a tyre chain on an
emergency wheel which is com-
pact in size. If one of the front
wheels is punctured, replace it
with one of the rear wheels and in-
stall the compact spare wheel in
that place before fitting a tyre
chain.
(9) An aluminium wheel can be dam-
aged by a tyre chain while driving.
When fitting a tyre chain on an
aluminium wheel, take care that
any part of the chain and fitting
cannot be brought into contact
with the disc wheel.
(10) On vehicles with wheel covers,
remove the wheel covers before
installing a tyre chain, otherwise
they may be damaged by the tyre
chain. (Refer to page 8–8)
(11) When installing or removing a
tyre chain, take care that hands
and other parts of your body are
not injured by the sharp edges of
the vehicle body.
(12) Install the chains only on the front
tyres and tighten them as tightly
as possible with the ends secure-
ly fastened.
NOTE
The laws and regulations concerning the
use of tyre chains vary. Find out and follow
the laws and regulations in driving area. In
most countries, it is prohibited by the law to
use tyre chains on roads without snow.
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leakage
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Look under the body of your vehicle to check
for fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas
leaks.
WARNING
If you see a suspicious fuel leak or if
you smell fuel, do not operate the ve-
hicle; call your authorized MITSUBI-
SHI dealer for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp
operation
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Operate the combination lamp switch to
check that all lamps are functioning properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable
cause is a blown fuse or defective lamp bulb.
Check the fuses first. If there is no blown
fuse, check the lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection and
replacement of the fuses and the lamp
bulbs, refer to the section entitled “For
emergencies”.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, take the ve-
hicle to an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer
for inspection and repair.
Meter, gauge and indication/
warning lamp operation
Run the engine to check the operation of all
meters, gauges, and indication/warning
lamps.
If there is anything wrong, take the vehicle to
an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer for in-
spection.

Specifications
Chassis number 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine number 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle information code plate 10–3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Sedan) 10–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Hatchback) 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 10–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission 10–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyres and wheels 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other specifications 10–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel consumption 10–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities 10–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notes regarding diesel fuel 10–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SPECIFICATIONS
10–5
DimensionsEP01BMDb
ItPetrol–powered vehicleDi l d hi lItem130016001800 (GDI)Diesel–powered vehicle
1Front track1,475 mm
2Overall width1,710 mm
3Front overhang905 mm
4Wheel base2,550 mm
5Rear overhang1,020 mm
6Overall length4,475 mm
7Gdl (ld)M/T155 mm, 170 mm*150 mm, 165 mm*145 mm, 160 mm*7Ground clearance (unladen)A/T–150 mm, 165 mm*–
8Overall height (unladen)1,405 mm, 1,420 mm*
9Rear track1,470 mm
*Vehicles with high ground clearance suspension
PerformanceEP01CMDa
Petrol-powered vehicleDiesel-powered vehicle
Item130016001800 (GDI)Medium perform-High performance1300M/TA/T1800 (GDI)ance enginegpengine
Maximum speed175 km/h185 km/h180 km/h200 km/h190 km/h195 km/h
Minimum turning radiusBody5.55 mMinimum turning radiusWheel5.20 m

SPECIFICATIONS
10–11
Electrical systemEP01GMDb
ItemPetrol-powered vehicleDiesel-powered vehicleItem130016001800 (GDI)1900
Voltage12V
BatteryTypeLHD562165663857217Batteryyp(DIN)RHD5553057217
Alternator capacity90A100A125A
NGKBKR6E-11IZFR6B
Spark plugDENSOK20PR-U11–Spark plugCHAMPIONRC8YC4––
BOSCHFR7DCU–
Tyres and wheelsEP01HMD
Ty r eWheel
SizeSizeOffset
175/65R15 84S*
175/65R15 84T*15x5J
15x5 1/2J
15x6J
195/55R15 85H*15x5 1/2J44 or 46 mm195/55R15 85H
195/55R15 85V*15x5 1/2J
15x6J44 or 46 mm195/55R15 85V*15x6J
195/60R15 88H
195/60R15 88V15x5 1/2J
15x6J
*: Snow tyre (M+S): It is also called winter tyres and designed for traction in mud and snow.

SPECIFICATIONS
10–12
Other specificationsEP01IMDb
ItemPetrol-powered vehicleDiesel powered vehicleItem1300, 16001800 (GDI)Diesel-powered vehicle
Fuel controlMulti-point injectionGasoline direct injectionInjectionFuel systemFuel pumpElectric motor typeElectric motor and
Mechanical single plunger typeCommon rail type
ClutchDry single disc clutch with diaphragm spring, hydraulic action
Steering systemRack and pinion type, power assisted
SuspensionFrontIndependent type, Mac Pherson sturt, coil springSuspensionRearIndependent type, multi-link, coil spring
TypeHydraulic, diagonally connected double circuit system with power assistance, anti-lock brake*
Service brakesFrontVentilated disc brakes
RearDisc brakes
Parking brakesParking brake acts mechanically on rear wheels
*: Option

10–19
Rear window wiper and
washer switch (Hatchback) 4–16. . . . . . . . . . .
Removal of water from the fuel filter
(diesel-powered vehicles only) 8–21. . . . . . . .
Replacement of lamp bulbs 8–26. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rheostat
(meter illumination control) 4–21. . . . . . . . . . .
Roof antenna 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof carrier precaution 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof drip moulding 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Room lamps 4–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running-in recommendations 5–2. . . . . . . . . . .
Safe driving techniques 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat adjustment 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt inspection 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts 3–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snow tyres 9–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NO TAG
Speedometer 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS servicing 3–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 5–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel height adjustment 5–30. . . . . . . .
Sun visors 6–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunglasses pocket 6–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunroof* 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - air
bag 3–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ta chometer 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools and jack 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 8–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction control (TCL)* 5–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer towing 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission 10–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre chains 9–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre inflation pressure 9–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre rotation 9–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyres and wheels 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
CD player* 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
tape player* 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used engine oils safety instructions 1–11. . . . . .
Vanity mirror 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle information code plate 10–3. . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation slots 9–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilators 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 9–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water temperature gauge 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weatherstripping 9–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Sedan) 10–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights 10–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Hatchback) 10–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights 10–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to do if the engine speed becomes
unstable after the battery is replaced: 8–22. .
Wheel condition 9–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel covers* 8–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wiper and washer switch 4–15. . . .
Wiper blades 9–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .