2000 MITSUBISHI CARISMA radio

GENERAL INFORMATION
1–8
Installation of accessoriesEB24A-Ce
Before fitting any accessories, please con-
sult your authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
(1) The installation of accessories, optional
parts, etc., should only be carried out
within the limits prescribed by law in
your country, and in accordance with
the guidelines and warnings contained
within the documents accompanying
this vehicle.
Only MITSUBISHI approved acces-
sories should be fitted to your vehicle.
(2) Improper installation of electrical parts
could cause fire, please refer to the
Modification/alterations to the electrical
or fuel systems section within this
owner’s handbook.
(3) When using a communication system
such as a cellular phone or a radio set
inside the vehicle, a separate external
antenna must be fitted. When a cellular
phone or a radio set is used by using an
internal antenna alone, it may interfere
with the vehicle’s electrical system and
adversely affect safe operation of the
vehicle.
(4) Tyres and wheels which do not meet
specifications must not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for
information regarding wheel and tyre
sizes on page 10–11.(5) Do not fail to read all relative instructions
before first putting into service and prior
to the attachment or installation of ac-
cessories, parts or other modifications
to the vehicle!Important points!Due to the large number of accessory and
replacement parts of different manufacturers
in the market, it is not possible, not only for
MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES Europe B.V.,
but also an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer,
to check whether the attachment or installa-
tion of such parts affects the driving safety of
your MITSUBISHI-vehicle.
Even when such parts are officially autho-
rized, for example by a “general operators
permit” (an appraisal for the part) or through
the execution of the part in an officially ap-
proved manner of construction, or when a
single operation permit following the attach-
ment or installation of such parts, it cannot be
deduced from that alone, that the driving
safety of your vehicle has not been affected.Consider also that there basically exists no
liability on the part of the appraiser or the offi-
cial. Only in the case of parts (MITSUBISHI
original replacement or exchange parts as
well as MITSUBISHI accessories) that are
recommended and released by an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer and that are at-
tached or installed by an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer can you assume, that
optimal safety has been provided. The same
also pertains to modifications of MIT-
SUBISHI vehicles with respect to the pro-
duction specifications. For your own safety,
in such cases as well, you should only un-
dertake modifications according to the rec-
ommendations of an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.

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.
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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.

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–9
(6) The heavier weight and higher rolling
and air resistance will increase fuel con-
sumption.
Additional precautions for vehicles
equipped with an automatic
transmission
The “2” position (INVECS–II 4A/T) or 2nd
gear (INVECS–II Sport Mode 4A/T) is re-
commended on slopes or at low speed. Use
the “L” position (INVECS–II 4A/T) or 1st gear
(INVECS–II Sport Mode 4A/T) in mountain-
ous areas in order to make better use of en-
gine braking and to assist the brake system.
However, be sure that the speed does not
exceed the maximum speed limit for the se-
lected gear.
For maximum speed of the vehicles
equipped with INVECS–II 4A/T, refer to the
description of the “Possible driving speed”
on page 5–24.Vehicles with automatic transmission
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Ignition switchEI21AAGe
1-The engine is stopped, and the steer-
ing wheel is locked. The key can only
be inserted and removed only when
the switch is in this position.
2-The engine is stopped, but the radio,
cigarette lighter and other electrical
devices can be operated.
3-The engine is running and all the ve-
hicle’s electrical devices can be oper-
ated.
4-The starter motor operates. After the
engine has started, release the key
and it will automatically return to the
“ON” position.
Vehicles with manual transmission
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For pleasant driving
UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
tape player* 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
CD player* 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system anti-theft feature 6–26. . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof antenna 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilators 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heater/Manual air conditioning* 6–30. . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic air conditioning* 6–36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 6–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vanity mirror 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray 6–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory boxes 6–47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunglasses pocket 6–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear shelf panel (Hatchback) 6–49. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation position for first–aid kit 6–50. . . . . . . . .
Cargo net* 6–51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FOR PLEASANT DRIVING
6–2
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UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with tape player*EH30A-AeThe audio system can be used when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” posi-
tion.
A– Display window
B– Audio system
NOTE
(1) The MITSUBISHI Genuine CD player or
CD autochanger can be connected to
this audio system. The CD player or the
CD autochanger can be operated by
the switch on the audio body. Refer to
“Connection of a CD player or a CD
autochanger” on page 6–13.(2) To listen to the audio system while the
engine is stopped, turn the ignition key
to the “ACC” position.
(3) When a cellular phone is used inside
the vehicle, noise may be produced
from the audio equipment. This does
not mean that something is wrong with
the audio equipment. In such a case,
use the cellular phone at a place as far
as possible from the audio equipment.(4) In the case of misuse (entry of a foreign
object or water, smoke or odor, etc.), im-
mediately stop the operation and have
the audio system checked at an author-
ized MITSUBISHI dealer. Never try to
repair it by yourself. Avoid continuous
usage without inspection by a qualified
person.
(5) The audio system’s control panel can
be removed to deter thieves. For details,
refer to the section entitled “Audio sys-
tem anti-theft feature” on page 6–26.

FOR PLEASANT DRIVING
6–3
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To listen to the radioEH30B-Fb1-PWR (On-off) switch
2-VOL (Volume control) knob
3-U/M/L (UKW/MW/LW selection) button
4-Audio adjust button
5-AUDIO button
6-TUNE/SEEK (Down-step/Down-seek) button
7-TUNE/SEEK (Up-step/Up-seek) button
8-Memory select buttons
9-Frequency display window
10 - Preset memory number display
11-ST (Stereo) indicator

FOR PLEASANT DRIVING
6–4
1. Press the PWR switch (1) to turn on
the radio.
Press the PWR switch again to switch
it off.
2. Press the U/M/L button (3) to select
the desired band (U1/U2/MW/LW).
3. Press the TUNE/SEEK button (6 or 7)
or one of the memory select buttons
(8) to tune to a station.
Refer to “How to adjust the tune” or
“How to enter frequencies in the mem-
ory” on page 6–5.
How to adjust the volume
VOL (Volume control)-2Turn the knob clockwise to increase the vol-
ume.
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How to adjust the tone
Press the AUDIO button (5) to select BASS

TREBLE
FA D E R
BALANCE

Audio adjust mode off.
BASS (Bass tone control)Press the audio adjust button (4) either or to select the desired bass tone
quality.
TREBLE (Treble tone control)Press the audio adjust button (4) either or to select the desired treble tone
quality.
FADER (Front/rear balance control)Press the audio adjust button (4) either or to balance the volume of sound
from the front and the rear speakers.
BALANCE (Left/right balance control)Press the audio adjust button (4) either or to balance the volume of sound
from the left and the right speakers.
NOTEAudio adjust mode will be canceled when
radio or CD operation is performed or no ad-
justment is performed for more than 7 sec-
onds.

FOR PLEASANT DRIVING
6–5
How to adjust the tune
Manual tuningThe frequency changes every time the
TUNE/SEEK button (6 or 7) is pressed.
Press the button to select the desired station.
Automatic tuningAfter keeping the TUNE/SEEK button (6 or
7) depressed for more than 1 second, re-
lease the button, and selected station recep-
tion will start.
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How to enter frequencies in the
memory
Manual settingYo u c a n assign to the memory select buttons
(8) a maximum of 12 stations in the UKW
band (6 U1 stations and 6 U2 stations),
6 stations in the MW band and 6 stations in
the LW band. (Stations already assigned to
the memory select buttons are replaced by
any newly assigned stations.)
Follow the steps described below.
1. Press either the TUNE/SEEK button
(6 or 7) to tune the frequency to be en-
tered in the memory.
2. Press one of the memory select but-
tons (8) for about 2 seconds or longer.
The sound will be momentarily inter-
rupted while the frequency is being
entered into the memory.
The number of the button correspon-ding to the entry in the memory and the
frequency are displayed.
3. The preset memory setting is retrieved
by pressing the button and then re-
leasing it within 2 seconds.
Automatic settingWith the method, all manually set stations in
the band currently selected for reception are
replaced with stations in the same band that
are automatically selected in order of signal
strength. The radio automatically selects
12 stations in the UKW band and 6 stations
each in the MW and LW band.
Follow the steps described below.
1. With the radio mode selected, hold
down the U/M/L button (3) until a beep
is emitted. The 6 stations with the best
signal strength will automatically be
assigned to the memory select but-
tons (8), with the lowest-frequency
station being assigned to the lowest-
number button.
2. When you subsequently press a
memory select button to select a
channel number, the radio will begin
receiving the station assigned to that
number.