2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN ESP

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The side air bags MAY NOT DEPLOY when…
With certain types of side collisions, the vehicle’s body struc-
ture is designed to absorb the shock to help to protect the occu-
pants from harm. (The vehicle body’s side area may deform
significantly as it absorbs the impact.) Under such circum-
stances, the side air bags may not deploy irrespective of the defor-
mation and damage to the vehicle body.
Examples of some typical conditions are shown in the illustration:
1- Side impacts in an area away from the passenger compart-
ment
2- Motorcycle or other similar small vehicle collides with the side
of vehicle
3- Collision with a utility pole, tree or other narrow object
4- Oblique side impacts
5- Vehicle rolls onto its side or roofBecause the side air bags do not protect the occupant in all types
of side collisions, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.
Seat and seat belts
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NOTE
(1) In certain cases immediately after the engine hasbeen started or when the brake pedal is
depressed repeatedly, a noise generated by
operation of brake devices may be heard com-
ing from the engine compartment. This type of
noise is normal and is no need for concern in
fact, it indicates that the corresponding devices
are operating normally. (This applies to vehicles
fitted with anti-lock brake system)
(2) On vehicles equipped with anti-lock brake sys-
tem, the brake system uses brake fluid pres-
surized by the pump.
Please refer to the “Brake system ”on page 5-44.Oil pressure warning lamp - red
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This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is
turned “ON ”, and goes off after the engine has
started. If it illuminates while the engine is run-
ning, the oil pressure is too low.
If the warning lamp illuminates while the engine is
running, turn the engine off and contact your near-
est authorized MITSUBISHI dealer for inspection.
CAUTION
(1)If this lamp illuminates when the engine oil level is not low, contact your nearest autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer for inspection.
(2)This warning lamp does not indicate the amount of oil in the crankcase. This must
be determined by checking the oil level on
the dipstick, while the engine is switched
off.
(3)If you continue driving with low engine oil level or with this warning lamp illumi-
nated, engine seizure may occur.
NOTE
The oil pressure warning lamp should not be treated
as an indication of the engine ’s oil level. The oil level
must be checked using the dipstick.
Instruments and controls
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Check engine indication lamp - amber
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This lamp is a part of an onboard diagnostic sys-
tem which monitors the emissions and engine.
If a problem is detected in one of these systems, this
lamp flashes or illuminates. Although your vehicle
will usually be drivable and not need towing, have
the system checked as soon as possible at an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
This lamp will also illuminate for a few seconds when
the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If it
does not go off after a few seconds, take the vehicle
to an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
CAUTION
(1) Prolonged driving with this lamp on maycause further damage to the emission con-
trol system. It could also affect fuel
economy and drivability.
(2) If the lamp does not illuminate when the ignition key is turned to the “ON ”posi-
tion, have the system checked at an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
CAUTION
(3) If the lamp illuminates or flashes while the engine is running, avoid driving at high
speeds and have the system checked at an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
During vehicle operation with the lamp illu-
minated or flashing, the vehicle may not
accelerate when you depress the accel-
erator pedal. When the vehicle is station-
ary with the lamp illuminated or flashing,
you must depress the brake pedal more
firmly than usual since the engine idling
speed is higher than usual and the vehicle
with an automatic transmission has a
stronger tendency to creep forward.
NOTE
The engine electronic control module accommo-
dating the onboard diagnostic system has various
fault data (especially about the exhaust emission)
stored.
This data will be erased if a battery cable is discon-
nected, which will make a rapid diagnosis difficult.
Do not disconnect a battery cable when the check
engine indication lamp is ON.High-beam indication lamp - blue
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This indication lamp illuminates when the high beam
is used.
Instruments and controls
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(7)Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles
in the luggage compartment. Espe-
cially during city driving where fre-
quent starting and stopping is
necessary, the increased weight of the
vehicle will greatly affect fuel consump-
tion. Also avoid driving with unneces-
sary luggage, etc., on the roof; the
increased air resistance will increase
fuel consumption.
(8)Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes
more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also
caused by keeping a hot engine run-
ning. After the engine is started, com-
mence driving as soon as possible.
(9)Air conditioning*
The use of the air conditioning will
increase the fuel consumption.(10)Driving techniques for
engine
To take maximum advantage of the
fuel efficiency and other benefits of
the
engine, please
observe the following guidelines:
•TheECO indication lamp
in the meter cluster illuminates when
the vehicle is driven in a
fuel-efficient, environment-friendly
manner. Try to drive such that the
lamp is illuminated as much as pos-
sible. In particular, you should avoid
sudden starts and rapid accelera-
tion.
ECO indication lamp
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•Use of the air conditioner causes
fuel consumption and
carbon-dioxide emissions to
increase significantly. Avoid using
the air conditioner to cool the cabin
more than necessary.
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SUBISHI Motors Corporation.
Trailer towing
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In order to tow a trailer with your vehicle,
have a trailer towing device that meets all
relevant regulations in your area, mounted
at an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
The regulations concerning the towing of a
trailer may differ from country to country.
You are advised to obey the regulations in
each area.
CAUTION
Danger of Accident!
A towing bar should be fitted by an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
[For super select 4WD models]
When you are going to tow a trailer,
move the transfer shift lever to“4H”
position.
Selecting“2H”drive may increase
the differential oil temperature, result-
ing in possible damage to the driv-
ing system.
Further, the drive train will be sub-
jected to excessive loading possi-
bly leading to oil leakage, component
seizure, or other serious faults.
NOTE
Fitting of a towing bar requires special-
ized skills and equipment.
Contact an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer
for details. If you are going to tow a trailer,
pay careful attention to the following points.
Starting and driving
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CAUTION
(1) Never attempt to start the engine
by pushing or pulling the
vehicle. Especially in vehicles
with the automatic transmis-
sion, it is not possible to start
the engine by using this tech-
nique since the structure is dif-
ferent from a manual
transmission. Never attempt this
or it could damage the auto-
matic transmission.
(2) Do not run the engine at high
rpm or drive the vehicle at high
speed until the engine has had a
chance to warm up.
(3) Release the ignition key as soon
as the engine starts to avoid
damaging the starter motor.
(4) If your vehicle is equipped with
a turbocharger, do not stop the
engine immediately after oper-
ating the vehicle at high speeds.
Allow the engine to idle for
approximately 60 seconds or
more to give the turbocharger a
chance to cool down.NOTE
After replacing the battery, the electronic
control system data for the engine will be
erased. As a result, the engine speed may
become unstable.
If the engine speed becomes unstable, ini-
tial engine adjustments will need to be per-
formed.
Refer to the section“What to do if the
engine speed becomes unstable after the
battery is replaced”on page 8-28.
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M/T A/TStarting the engine (petrol-powered
vehicles)
This vehicle is equipped with an electroni-
cally controlled fuel injection system which
is automatically controlled. When starting
the engine, do not depress the accelera-
tor pedal.
Starting and driving
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Operation of the automatic trans-
mission INVECS II Sport Mode 5A/T
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CAUTION
(1) Before selecting a gear with the
engine running and the vehicle
stationary, fully depress the
brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
The vehicle will begin to move
as soon as the gear is engaged,
especially when the engine
speed is high, at fast idle or with
the air conditioning operating,
the brakes should only be
released when you are ready to
drive away.
(2) Depress the brake pedal with the
right foot at all times.
Using the left foot could cause
driver movement delay in case
of an emergency.
(3) To prevent sudden accelera-
tion, never race the engine when
shifting from the“P”(PARK) or
“N”(NEUTRAL).
CAUTION
(4) Operating the accelerator pedal
while the other foot is resting on
the brake pedal will affect brak-
ing efficiency and may cause
premature wear of brake pads.
Do not race the engine with
brake pedal pressed.
This can damage the transmis-
sion.Passing acceleration
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To gain extra acceleration in“D”(DRIVE)
position (when passing another vehicle)
push the accelerator to the floor. The auto-
matic transmission will automatically down-
shift.
NOTE
In sports mode, downshifts do not take
place when the accelerator is depressed all
the way to the floor.
Uphill/downhill driving
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DRIVING UPHILL
The transmission may not upshift to a
higher gear if the computer determines the
current speed cannot be maintained once
a higher gear is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you
release the throttle while climbing a steep
grade, the transmission may not upshift.
This is normal, as the computer is tempo-
rarily preventing shifting. After reaching the
top of the hill, normal gear shift function will
resume.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When travelling down steep grades, the
computer may automatically select a lower
gear. This function assists engine brak-
ing efforts, reducing the need for using the
brakes.
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Part time 4WD*
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Shifting to rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive
can be made by operating the transfer shift
lever (A). Shift the transfer shift lever to an
appropriate position according to the road
surface conditions. In addition, the
2WD/4WD operation indication lamp indi-
cates the transfer shift lever shifting state.
Refer to“2WD/4WD operation indication
lamp ”on pag e5-26. Shift lever position and 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp
Transfer shift lever position
2WD/4WD operation
indication lamp Driving conditions2H
Rear-wheel drive
When driving on normal
roads and expressway.
4H
High range 4-wheel drive
When driving on rough,
sandy or snow covered
road.
4L
Low range 4-wheel drive
When driving up or down
steep slopes or on rough
roads such as muddy road
(Especially when
increased drive power is
required).
Illuminate
Remain off
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Shift lever position and 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp
Transfer shift lever position2WD/4WD operation
indication lampDriving conditions2H
Rear-wheel drive
When driving on dry paved
road.
4H
Full-time 4-wheel drive
The basic position for
super select 4WD II.
When driving on dry paved
road, and slippery road.
4HLc
Centre differential lock
engaged 4-wheel drive
When driving on rough,
sandy or snow covered
road.
4LLc
Low-range centre
differential lock
engaged 4-wheel drive
When driving up or
descending steep slopes
or on rough road such as
muddy road. (Especially
when increased drive
power is required.)
Illuminate
Remain off
NOTE
For petrol-powered vehicles with automatic transmission, when the transfer shift lever is
in“4LLc”, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive gear.
CAUTION
“4LLc”range gives maximum torque
at low-speed driving on steep slopes,
sandy, muddy, and other difficult sur-
faces. For vehicles with automatic
transmission, do not exceed speeds
of approximately 70 km/h (43 mph) in
“4LLc”range. On 3500 models with
automatic transmission, at speeds
over approximately 70 km/h (43 mph),
a speed limiting device will be acti-
vated to protect the transmission.
Starting and driving
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