2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA boot

Exterior
EB21DMEc
1-Engine compartment
p. 10–14
Bonnet
p. 2–8
2-Windscreen wiper
p. 4–15, 9–18
3-Sunroof*
p. 2–14
4-Outside rear-view mirror
p. 5–31
5-Locking and unlocking
p. 2–4
Keyless entry system*
p. 2–5
6-Fuel filler
p. 5–3
7-Front fog lamps*
p. 8–26, 8–30
8-Headlamps and position lamps
p. 8–26, 8–27
9-Front turn-signal lamps
p. 8–26, 8–29
10 - Tyre inflation pressure
p. 9–12
Changing tyres
p. 8–9
Tyre rotation
p. 9–13
Tyre chains
p. 9–15
11-Side turn-signal lamps
p. 8–26, 8–30
12 - Boot lid
p. 2–10
13 - High mounted stop lamp
p. 8–26, 8–35
14 - Antenna
p. 6–29
15 - License plate lamps
p. 8–26, 8–36
16 - Reversing lamps
p. 8–26, 8–33
17 - Rear fog lamp (Driver’s side only)
p. 8–26,
8–33
18 - Tail lamps
p. 8–26, 8–32
19 - Stop and tail lamps
p. 8–26, 8–32
20 - Rear turn-signal lamps
p. 8–26, 8–32Sedan
B21D170t

Locking and unlocking
Keys 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system) 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyless entry system* 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“Child-protection” rear doors 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central door locks 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bonnet 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boot lid (or tailgate) 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual window control* 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric window control* 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunroof* 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
2–5
CAUTION
(1) Make sure the doors are closed:
driving with doors incompletely
closed is very dangerous.
(2) Never leave children in the ve-
hicle unattended.
(3) Be careful not to lock the doors
while the key is inside the vehicle.
F12D010a
Keyless entry system*EF11B - He
Press the remote control switch, and all
doors and the boot lid (or tailgate) will be
locked or unlocked as desired. Pressing the
LOCK switch (1) or UNLOCK switch (2) will
turn on the indicator lamp (3).
To lockPress the LOCK switch (1), and all doors and
the boot lid (or tailgate) will be locked. When
they are locked, the turn-signal lamps blink
twice.
To unlockPress the UNLOCK switch (2), and all doors
and the boot lid (or tailgate) will be unlocked.
When they are unlocked, the turn-signal
lamps will be turned on for a few seconds.NOTE
(1) The keyless entry system does not op-
erate if the key is left in the “ACC” or
“ON” position, or the door or boot lid (or
tailgate) is open.
(2) If the UNLOCK switch (2) is pressed
and no door is opened within approxi-
mately 30 seconds: relocking will auto-
matically occur.
(3) The remote control switch will operate
within about 4 m from the vehicle. How-
ever, the operating range of the remote
control switch may change if the vehicle
is located near a TV transmitting tower,
power station, or radio broadcasting sta-
tion.
(4) If the following conditions are observed
after pressing the remote control switch,
the battery inside the switch may need
to be replaced.
Replace the battery at your authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.

The doors or boot lid (or tailgate)
cannot be locked or unlocked.

The indicator lamp glows dimly, or
does not light.
(5) If you lose your remote control switch or
you need another one, please order a
new one at your authorized MITSUBI-
SHI dealer.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
2–7
Central door locksEF02BAM
Locking or unlocking driver’s door with the
key or operating the central door lock switch
makes all doors and the boot lid (or tailgate)
simultaneously locked or unlocked.
NOTE
Each of the rear doors can be locked or un-
locked independently by using the inside
lock button.
F12B069a
Driver’s door with key
1-Lock
2-Unlock
F12B125a
NOTE
If the boot lid (or tailgate) key cylinder re-
mains in the ”Always lock” position (A), the
boot lid (or tailgate) cannot be unlocked by
the central door lock operation.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
2–10
Boot lid (or tailgate)EF15AAS
WARNING
It is dangerous to drive with the boot
lid (or tailgate) open since carbon
monoxide (CO) gas can enter the
cabin.
You cannot see or smell CO. It can
cause unconsciousness and even
death.
CAUTION
Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe
when loading and unloading luggage.
A heat from the exhaust could lead to
burns.
F12B042a
Operation from outside the vehicle
Insert (or remove) the key when the boot lid
(or tailgate) key cylinder is in the vertical or
the horizontal position.
Rotate the key to lock or unlock as shown in
the illustration.
1-Unlock
2-Lock
3-Always lock
NOTE
If the key cylinder remains ”Always lock” in
position (3), the boot lid (or tailgate) cannot
be unlocked by the central door lock oper-
ation.
F15A168a
To openPush the boot lid (or tailgate) key cylinder (A)
when the key cylinder is in the unlocked
position.
To closePress the boot lid (or tailgate) down until it is
closed, and turn the key to lock position.

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
2–11
F15A299a
NOTE
Gas springs (B) are installed in the locations
illustrated in order to support the tailgate.
Please observe the following in order to pre-
vent damage or faulty operation.

Do not attach any plastic material, tape,
etc., to the gas springs.

Do not tie string, etc., around the gas
springs.

Do not pull on the gas springs when
closing the tailgate or hang items from
the gas springs.
F15A298a
Operation from inside the vehicle
The boot lid (or tailgate) can be locked or un-
locked by using the central door lock switch,
regardless of the position of the ignition key.
1-Unlock
2-Lock
If the boot lid (or tailgate) is locked or un-
locked by using the central door lock switch,
it can still be locked or unlocked with the key.
NOTE
Repeated continous operating between lock
and unlock could cause the central door
locks’ built–in protection circuit to prevent the
system from operating. If this occurs, wait
about one minute before operating the
switch.
F17B006a
Manual window control*EF17B-Ac
1-To open
2-To close

10–18
Accessory boxes 6–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional equipment
(For regions where snow is encountered) 9–19
Anti–lock brake system (ABS)* 5–28. . . . . . . . .
Armrest* 3–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray 6–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system anti-theft feature 6–26. . . . . . . . . .
Auto–speed (cruise) control* 5–36. . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic air conditioning* 6–36. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission fluid* 9–4. . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission INVECS–II 4A/T,
Sports Mode 4A/T
(Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic
Control System II) 5–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 9–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleeding the fuel system
(diesel-powered vehicles only) 8–21. . . . . . . .
Bonnet 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boot lid (or tailgate) 2–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake fluid 9–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pedal free play 9–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Braking 5–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities 10–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo net* 6–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Catalytic converter 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central door locks 2–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a fuse 8–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing gears 5–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chassis number 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child restraint 3–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“Child-protection” rear doors 2–6. . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle 7–2. . . . . . .
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle 7–3. . . . . .
Clutch fluid* 9–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clutch pedal free play* 9–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Combination headlamps, dipper and turn
signal switch 4–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock 4–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors 2–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving and alcohol 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economical driving 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric remote–controlled outside rear–view
mirrors* 5–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric window control* 2–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system) 2–2. . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency starting 8–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 10–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant 9–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine number 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil 9–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine overheating 8–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior and interior lamp operation 9–16. . . . . .
Filling the fuel tank 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog lamp switch* 4–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel consumption 10–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel selection 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas
leakage 9–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 8–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Genuine parts 1–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard warning flasher switch 4–18. . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp levelling switch 4–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp washer switch* 4–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heated seats* 3–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heater/Manual air conditioning* 6–30. . . . . . . . .
Hinges and latches lubrication 9–18. . . . . . . . . .
Horn switch 4–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If a tyre is punctured 8–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If the vehicle breaks down 8–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch 5–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indication and warning lamps 4–6. . . . . . . . . . .
Inside rear-view mirror 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation of accessories 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation position for first–aid kit 6–50. . . . . . .
Instruments 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up the vehicle 8–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyless entry system* 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual remote-controlled outside rear-view
mirrors* 5–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual transmission 5–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual window control* 2–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Meter, gauge and indication/ warning lamp
operation 9–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Modification / alterations to the electric or fuel
systems 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi centre display 4–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Notes regarding diesel fuel 10–17. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer/Tripmeter 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation of the automatic transmission
INVECS-II 5–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation under adverse driving conditions 8–2
Other specifications 10–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear-view mirror 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 5–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake 5–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake lever stroke 9–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering fluid 9–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering system 5–31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnant women restraint 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear fog lamp switch 4–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear shelf panel
(Hatchback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NO TAG
Rear window demister switch 4–19. . . . . . . . . . .