2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN Owner's Manual (in English)

6. Examine the radiator hoses for cool-
ant leakage and the fan belts for loose-
ness or damage.
If there is anything wrong with the cool-
ing system or fan belt, have the prob-
lem corrected at an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.
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Bleeding the fuel system
(diesel-powered vehicles only)
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The fuel system should be bled to remove
air as described below if the fuel supply is
exhausted during travel.
1. Loosen the air plug (A) at the top of the
fuel filter.
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2. Pump the hand pump (B) until there are
no more bubbles in the fuel coming out
of the air plug (A). When doing this,
place a cloth around the air plug (A) to
prevent the escaping fuel from spray-
ing about.
3. Tighten the air plug (A) when there are
no more bubbles in the fuel.
4. Continue pumping until the hand pump
(B) becomes stiff.
5. Finally, check to be sure that there is no
leakage of fuel.
If in doubt, consult your nearest autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
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CAUTION
(1) Do not smoke or have any other
open flame near the vehicle
while bleeding the fuel system.
(2) Be sure to carefully clean away
any spilt fuel which could ignite
and cause a fire.
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Removal of water from the fuel
filter (diesel- powered vehicles
only)
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If the warning lamp illuminates during driv-
ing, it indicates that water has accumu-
lated in the fuel filter. If this occurs, remove
the water as described below.
1. Loosen the drain plug (A) at the bot-
tom of the fuel filter.
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2. Operate the hand pump (B) slowly 6 or
7 times in order to force the water out
through the drain plug (A).
3. Tighten the drain plug (A) when water no
longer comes out.
4. Loosen the air plug and bleed the air.
(Refer to“Bleeding the fuel system.”)
5. Check to be sure that the warning lamp
illuminates when the ignition key is
turned to“ON”, and that it goes off when
the engine is started. If in doubt, con-
sult your nearest authorized MITSUB-
ISHI dealer.
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CAUTION
(1) Do not smoke or have any other
open flame near the vehicle
while bleeding the fuel system.
(2) Be sure to carefully clean away
any water drained out because
any fuel mixed with the water
could ignite and cause a fire.
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AA: 3500 modelsEmergency starting
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If the engine cannot be started because the
battery is weak or dead, the battery from
another vehicle can be used with jumper
cables to start the engine.
WARNING
To start the engine by use of jumper
cables from another vehicle, per-
form the correct procedures accord-
ing to this owner’s manual. Incorrect
procedures could result in a fire or
explosion or damage to the vehicles.
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BB: 2500 models with 1 battery
1. Get the vehicles close enough so the
jumper cables can reach, but be sure
the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
If they are, it could cause a ground con-
nection you don’t want. The vehicle will
not start, and the bad grounding could
damage the electric systems.
CAUTION
Check the other vehicle. It must have
a 12-volt battery.
If the other system isn’t 12-volt,
shorting can damage both vehicles.
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CC: RHD 2500 models with 2 batteries
2. You could be injured if the vehicles
move. Set the parking brake firmly on
each vehicle. Put an automatic trans-
mission in“P”(PARK) or a manual
transmission in“N”(Neutral). Turn off the
ignition switch.
WARNING
Turn off the ignition on both vehicles
beforehand. Take care to make sure
that the cables or your clothes do not
get caught by the fan or drive belt.
Personal injury could result.
NOTE
Turn off all lamps, heater and other elec-
trical loads. This will avoid sparks and help
save both batteries.3. Make sure that the battery electrolyte is
at the proper level.
Refer to“Battery”on page 9-6.
WARNING
If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or
appears to be frozen, Do Not Attempt
Jump Starting!
A battery might rupture or explode if
the temperature is below the freez-
ing point or if it is not filled to the
proper level.
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DD: LHD 2500 models with 2 batteries
4. Connect one end of one jumper cable to
the positive (+) terminal of the dis-
charged battery, and the other end to
the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery.
5. Connect one end of the other jumper
cable to the negative (-) terminal of the
booster battery, and the other end to the
engine block of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery at the point farthest from
the battery.
NOTE
Remove the cover before connecting the
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery.
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E LHD* RHD*E: 3200 models
*: Optional equipment
WARNING
(1) Be sure to observe the connect-
ing sequence of➀→➁→➂→➃.
(2) Make sure that the connection➃
is made to the appointed posi-
tion (shown in the illustration). If
the connection is made directly
to the negative side of the bat-
tery, the inflammable gases gen-
erated from the battery might
catch fire and explode.
(3)
When connecting the jumper
cable, do not connect the posi-
tive (+) cable to the negative (-)
terminal. Otherwise sparks may
cause explosion of the battery.
CAUTION
(1) Take care not to get the jumper
cable caught in the cooling fan
or other rotating part in the
engine compartment.
(2) Use the proper cables suitable
for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the
cables could result.
(3) Check the jumper cables for
damage and corrosion before
use.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has
the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
CAUTION
Keep running the engine of the
vehicle giving assistance.
7. After the engine is started, disconnect
the cables in the reverse order.
WARNING
(1) Charging the battery while it is
installed in the vehicle might
cause the battery to catch fire
and explode. Or damage to the
vehicle could result. If it has to
be charged in that condition for
unavoidable reasons, discon-
nect the vehicle side negative (-)
terminal connected to the bat-
tery.
(2) Keep sparks, cigarettes and
flames away from the battery
because the battery may pro-
duce an explosion.
(3) Use adequate ventilation when
charging or using the battery in
an enclosed space.
(4) Remove all the caps before
charging the battery.
(5) Electrolyte is corrosive diluted
sulphuric acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid)
comes into contact with your
hands, eyes, clothes or the
painted surface of your vehicle,
it should be thoroughly flushed
with water. If electrolyte gets in
your eyes, flush them with water
immediately and thoroughly, and
get prompt medical attention.
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CAUTION
(1) Do not attempt to start the
engine by pulling or pushing the
vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.
(2) Always wear protective eye
goggles when working near the
battery.
(3) Keep the battery out of the reach
of children.
NOTE
On a vehicle with an anti-lock brake sys-
tem, if the vehicle is started or put in motion
without fully charging the battery, it might
cause the loss of smooth engine opera-
tion and it might cause the anti-lock brake
warning lamp to illuminate.
Refer to“Anti-lock brake system (ABS)”on
page 5-45.
What to do if the engine speed
becomes unstable after the bat-
tery is replaced
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If the engine speed becomes unstable after
the battery is replaced, reset the engine
using the following method:
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Place the gear shift lever (manual
transmission) in the“N”(Neutral) or the
selector lever (automatic transmission)
in the“P”(PARK) position.
Stop the engine.
3. Restart the engine.
4. Turn off the air conditioning.
5. Allow the engine to warm up until the
needle in the water temperature gauge
stabilizes near the centre of the gauge.
6. Stop and restart the engine.
7. Allow the engine to idle for approxi-
mately 10 minutes.
8. When the engine speed stabilizes, the
resetting procedure is complete.
NOTE
If the engine speed remains unstable after
the resetting procedure has been per-
formed, have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
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Fuses
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Fuse blockTo prevent damage to the electric system
due to short-circuiting or overloading, each
individual circuit is provided with a fuse.
There are fuse housings in the passen-
ger compartment and in the engine com-
partment.
The fuse housing in the passenger com-
partment is located in front of the driver’s
seat at the position shown in the illustra-
tion.
The replacement of fuses located in the
passenger compartment should be per-
formed from below the instrument panel.
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In the engine compartment, the fuse hous-
ing is located as shown in the illustration.
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Fuse load capacity
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The fuse capacity and the name of the
electric systems protected by the fuses are
indicated on the inside of the lid located at
the driver’s leg area and on the inside of
the fuse box lid for fuses located in the
engine compartment.
Passenger compartment
NOTE
Spare fuses are contained in the fuse hous-
ing. Always use a fuse of the same capac-
ity for replacement.LHD
NO Symbol Electric systemCapacity
1
Rear window wiper 15A
2- - -
3Radio 10A
4Cigarette lighter 15A
5Relay 10A
6Gauge 10A
7Engine control 20A
8Reversing lamps 10A
9Rear fog lamp 10A
10Central door locks 20A
11Rear window demister 30A
12Heater 30A
13Sunroof 20A
14Anti-lock brake system 10A
NO Symbol Electric systemCapacity
15
Heated seat 20A
16Heated door mirror 10A
1 7 - Spare fuse 10A
1 8 - Spare fuse 15A
1 9 - Spare fuse 20A
2 0 - Spare fuse 30A
•Some fuses may not be installed on your
vehicle, depending on the vehicle model
or specifications.
•The table above shows the main equip-
ment corresponding to each fuse.
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