If the vehicle breaks down
EN40B-Bc
If the vehicle breaks down on the road,
move it to the shoulder and use the haz-
ard warning flashers.If the engine stops/failsVehicle operation and control are affected
if the engine stops. Before moving the
vehicle to a safe area be aware of the
following:
1. The brake booster becomes inopera-
tive and the pedal effort will increase.
Press down the brake pedal harder than
usual.
2. Since the power steering pump is no
longer operative, the steering wheel
feels heavy when turning it. Turn the
wheel with more effort than usual.
Operation under adverse driv-
ing conditions
EI43AAKa
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, mud
or snowIf the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand,
or mud, it can often be moved with a rock-
ing motion. Move the selector lever alter-
nately between the Sports-mode and “R”
(REVERSE) position (with manual trans-
mission, between 1st and Reverse), while
applying slight pressure to the accelera-
tor pedal.
Avoid racing the engine or spinning the
wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck
vehicle may result in overheating and trans-
mission failure. Allow the engine to idle for
a few minutes to let the transmission cool
between rocking attempts.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several
rocking attempts, seek other assistance.
WARNING
When attempting to rock your vehicle
out of a stuck position, be sure that
the area around the vehicle is clear of
people and physical objects. The
rocking motion may cause the
vehicle to suddenly launch forward
or backward, causing injury or dam-
age to nearby people or objects.
For emergencies
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CAUTION
(1) This vehicle must not be towedby a tow truck using sling lift
type equipment (Type A) as illus-
trated. Using a sling lift will dam-
age the bumper and front end.
(2) In case the vehicle with an auto- matic transmission must be
towe d farthe r tha n 50k m (3 1
miles) ,transpor tth evehicl ewith
all wheels off the ground (Type B
or C) or with rear wheels off the
ground (Type E) as illustrated.
(3) If the transmission is dam- aged, transport the vehicle with
all wheels off the ground (Type B
or C) as illustrated.
(4) Be sure to shift the transfer shift lever to “2H ”position. Never try
to tow with the transfer shift
lever in “4H ”or “4L ”positions
(part time 4WD models), “4H ”,
“ 4HLc ”,or “4LLc ”positions
(super select 4WD II models) and
with any of the wheels on the
ground (Type D or E). This could
result in damage to the vehi-
cle ’s driving system, or the
vehicle could become sepa-
rated from the tow truck and
unexpected accident might
result. Towing with front wheels off the ground
(Type D)
Place the gear shift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever
(automatic transmission) in the
“Neutral ”or
“N” (NEUTRAL) position. Release the park-
ing brake.
Towing with rear wheels off the ground
(Type E)
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC ”posi-
tion and secure the steering wheel in a
straight-ahead position with a rope or
tie-down strap.
Never place the ignition switch in the
“ LOCK ”position. It is dangerous as the
steering wheel may lock.
CAUTION
[Fo rvehicles equippe dwit hthe
MITSUBISH Iactiv estabilit y &trac-
tio ncontro lsyste m(M-ASTC)]
I f th evehicl eis towe dwit hth eigni-
tion switch in to the “ON ”position
and only the front wheels or only the
rear wheels raised off the ground, the
activ etractio ncontro lsyste mmay
operate, resulting in a an accident.
N25A335A
FrontEmergency towingIf towing is necessary, we recommend you
to have it done by your MITSUBISHI dealer
or a commercial tow truck service.
If towing service is not available in an emer-
gency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed by a cable or chain secured to one
of the following parts:
A- Front towing hook
B- Rear towing hook
NOTE
(1) Use care that the towing rope is kept as horizontal as possible. An angled tow-
ing rope can damage the vehicle body.
(2) Never attempt to tow out a ditched vehicle, because the towing rope can-
not be kept horizontal.
For emergencies
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N25A336A
RearIf your vehicle is to be towed, pay care-
ful attention to the following points:
(1) For vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission, check the automatic transmis-
sion fluid level. (Refer to“Automatic
transmission fluid”on page 9-4)
If the fluid level is low, transport the
vehicle with all wheels off the ground.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is out of automatic
transmission fluid, the transmis-
sion could be damaged.
(2) Move the gear shift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever
(automatic transmission) to the
“Neutral”or“N”(NEUTRAL).(3) Move the transfer shift lever to“2H”
position.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is towed with the trans-
fer shift lever in“4H”or“4L”posi-
tion (part time 4WD models)“4H”,
“4HLc”or“4LLc”position (super
select 4WD II models) the drive
mechanism may be dameged.
(4) Be sure the towing speed is within the
legal limit. In addition, if the vehicle is
equipped with an automatic transmis-
sion, make sure that the towing speed
and distance given below are never
exceeded.
Towing speed: 50 km/h (31 mph)
Towing distance: 50 km (31 miles)
(5) If the transmission is malfunctioning or
damaged, or if the vehicle is equipped
with an automatic transmission and
must be towed farther than 50km (31
miles), tow the vehicle by a tow truck.
(6) Turn the ignition switch to the“ACC”or
“ON”position to unlock the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
(1) As the engine is not running, the
brake booster and power steer-
ing pump do not operate. This
means higher brake depres-
sion force and higher steering
effort are required. Therefore,
vehicle operation is more diffi-
cult than usual.
(2) Do not leave the key in the
“LOCK”position. If the key is
removed while driving, the steer-
ing will be locked causing loss
of control.
For emergencies
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Accessory boxes ................................................ 6-62
Accessory socket ............................................... 6-61
Additional equipment ......................................... 9-21
Air purifier ........................................................... 6-55
Antenna .............................................................. 6-35
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ............................ 5-45
Armrest .............................................................. 3-13
Ashtray ............................................................... 6-60
Audio system anti-theft feature ......................... 6-32
Automatic air conditioning .................................. 6-43
Automatic transmission fluid ................................ 9-4
Automatic transmissionINVECS-II Sport Mode 5A/T(Intelligent & Innovative
Vehicle Electronic Control SystemII ) ........... 5-17
Auto-speed (cruise) control ................................ 5-53
Backdoor ............................................................ 2-10
Battery ................................................................. 9-6
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel-powered vehicles only) ..................... 8-23
Bonnet .................................................................. 2-9
Brake fluid ............................................................ 9-8
Brake pedal free play ......................................... 9-18
Braking ............................................................... 5-44
Capacities ........................................................ 10-16
Catalytic converter ............................................... 5-6
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles .............. 5-42
CD (Compact-Disc) player ................................. 6-30
Central door locks ................................................ 2-8
Changing a fuse ................................................. 8-33
Chassis number ................................................. 10-2
“Child-protection” rear doors (5-door models) ..... 2-6
Child restraint ..................................................... 3-33
Cigarette lighter .................................................. 6-59
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle ...................... 7-2
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle .................... 7-4
Clutch fluid ......................................................... 9-10
Clutch pedal free play ........................................ 9-18
Combination head lamps, dipper and turn signal switch ................................................... 4-14
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ......................... 5-38
Cup tray ............................................................. 6-65 Dimensions ........................................................ 10-6
Doors ................................................................... 2-4
Driving and alcohol ............................................ 1-13
Economical driving ............................................... 5-7
Electric remote-controlled outside
rear-view mirrors ............................................ 5-51
Electric window control ...................................... 2-12
Electrical system .............................................. 10-10
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) ............................... 2-2
Emergency starting ............................................ 8-25
Engine ................................................................ 10-9
Engine coolant ..................................................... 9-5
Engine number ................................................... 10-2
Engine oil ............................................................. 9-2
Engine overheating ............................................ 8-21
Exterior and interior lamp operation ................... 9-18
Front fog lamp switch ......................................... 4-22
Front heater/ Manual air conditioning .................................. 6-36
Front seat ............................................................. 3-6
Fuel consumption ............................................. 10-12
Fuel gauge ........................................................... 4-4
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas leakage ......................... 9-17
Fuses ................................................................. 8-28
Genuine parts .................................................... 1-12
Glove box ........................................................... 6-63
Handling of cassette tapes ................................ 6-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 4-20
Headlamp levelling switch ................................. 4-16
Headlamps washer switch ................................. 4-19
Head restraints ................................................... 3-28
Heated seats ...................................................... 3-10
Hinges and latches lubrication ........................... 9-19
Horn switch ........................................................ 4-24
How to set a CD autochanger ........................... 6-31 If a tyre is punctured .......................................... 8-13
If the vehicle breaks down ................................... 8-2
Ignition switch ..................................................... 5-11
Indication and warning lamps .............................. 4-6
Inside rear-view mirror ....................................... 5-50
Installation of accessories .................................. 1-10
Installation position for warning triangle ............. 6-67
Instruments .......................................................... 4-2
Jack and jack handle ........................................... 8-5
Jacking up the vehicle ......................................... 8-8
Keyless entry system ........................................... 2-5
Keys ..................................................................... 2-2
Limited-slip differential ....................................... 5-48
Luggage compartment lamp .............................. 4-26
Luggage floor box .............................................. 6-66
Making a flat seat ............................................... 3-26
Making a luggage area ...................................... 3-14
Manual outside rear-view mirrors ...................... 5-51
Manual transmission .......................................... 5-15
Meter, gauge and indication/
warning lamp operation .................................. 9-18
MITSUBISHI active stability & traction control system (M-ASTC) .................. 5-57
Modifications/alterations to the electric or fuel systems ................................... 1-11
Multi centre display ............................................ 4-27
Notes regarding diesel fuel .............................. 10-14
Odometer/Tripmeter ............................................. 4-3
Operation under adverse driving conditions ......................................................... 8-2
Other specifications .......................................... 10-11
Outside rear-view mirror .................................... 5-50
Alphabetical index
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