2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN Key warning

Used engine oils safety instruc-
tions
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WARNING
(1) Prolonged and repeated con-
tact may cause serious skin dis-
orders, including dermatitis and
cancer.
(2) Avoid contact with the skin as far
as possible and wash thor-
oughly after any contact.
(3) Keep used engine oils out of
reach of children.Protect the environmentIt is illegal to pollute drains, water courses
and soil. Use authorized waste collection
facilities, including civic amenity sites and
garages providing facilities for disposal of
used oil and used oil filters. If in doubt, con-
tact your local authority for advice on dis-
posal.
Driving and alcohol
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Driving under the influence of alcohol is one
of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can even be seriously
impaired with blood alcohol levels below
the legal maximum. If you are drinking,
don’t drive. Ride with a designated
non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or
use public transportation.
WARNING
Driving after drinking can lead to an
accident. Your perceptions are less
sharp, your reflexes are slower, and
your judgement is impaired when
you have been drinking.
NEVER DRINK AND THEN DRIVE.
Safe driving techniques
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Driving safety and protection against injury
cannot be fully ensured. However, we rec-
ommend that you pay extra attention to the
following:
(1) Before starting the vehicle, make sure
that you and your passengers have
fastened your seat belts.
(2) Never leave your vehicle unattended
with the key in the ignition and chil-
dren inside the vehicle. Children may
play with the driving controls and this
could lead to an accident.
(3) Make sure that infants and small chil-
dren are properly restrained in accor-
dance with the laws and regulations,
and for maximum protection in case of
an accident.
General information
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To closeUnlatch the support bar and clip it in its
holder.
Slowly lower the bonnet to the position 30
cm above the closed position, then let it
drop.
NOTE
(1) If this does not close the bonnet,
release it from a slightly higher posi-
tion.
(2) Do not press down the bonnet hard
with a hand as it may damage the bon-
net.
CAUTION
(1) Be careful that hands or fin-
gers are not trapped when clos-
ing the bonnet.
(2) Before driving, make sure that
the bonnet is securely locked.
An incompletely locked bonnet
can suddenly open while driv-
ing. This can be extremely dan-
gerous.
Backdoor
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WARNING
It is dangerous to drive with the back-
door 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 lug-
gage. A heat from the exhaust could
lead to burns.
NOTE
Locking/unlocking of the front doors (driver
and passenger side) by using the key,
inside lock knob (driver side) or keyless
entry system (if so equipped) also
locks/unlocks the backdoor.
Locking and unlocking
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LHDEach door window opens or closes while
the corresponding switch is operated.
1- Driver’s door window
2- Front passenger’s door window
3- Rear left door window (5-door models)
4- Rear right door window (5-door models)
5- Lock switch
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RHD
WARNING
(1) Before operating the electric win-
dow control, make sure that
nothing is capable of being
trapped (head, hand, finger, etc.).
(2) Never leave the vehicle without
removing the key.
(3) Never leave a child (or other per-
son who might not be capable of
safe operation of the electric
window control) in the vehicle
alone.
NOTE
Repeated operation with the engine
stopped will run down the battery. Oper-
ate the window switches only while the
engine is running.
Driver’s switchesThe driver’s switches can be used to oper-
ate all door windows. A window can be
opened or closed by operating the corre-
sponding switch.
Press the switch down to open the win-
dow, and pull up the switch to close it.
If the switch for the driver’s window is fully
pressed down/pulled up, the door win-
dow automatically opens/closes com-
pletely.
If you want to stop the window move-
ment, operate the switch lightly.
Locking and unlocking
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The pre-tensioner activates whenever a
strong impact is applied at the front of the
vehicle, even if the seat belt is not worn.
The pre-tensioner seat belts may not acti-
vate in certain frontal collisions, even
though the vehicle may be severely dam-
aged. Such non-activation does not mean
that something is wrong with the SRS sys-
tem, but rather that the collision forces were
not severe enough to activate it.
WARNING
(1) Following the pre-tensioner seat
belt activation, several
pre-tensioner seat belt system
components will be hot. Do not
touch them after activation.
(2) The pre-tensioner seat belt sys-
tem is designed to work only
once. After the pre-tensioner
seat belts have been activated,
they will not work again. They
must promptly be replaced, and
the entire pre-tensioner seat belt
system inspected by an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
(3) If the vehicle is involved in a
frontal collision but the
pre-tensioner seat belts are not
activated, be sure to have the
pre-tensioner seat belt system
checked and, if necessary,
replaced by an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
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SRS warning lamp
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There is a supplemental restraint system
(“SRS”) warning lamp on the instrument
panel. The system checks itself and the
lamp tells you if there is a problem. When
the ignition key is turned to the“ON”or
“START”position, the warning lamp should
illuminate for several seconds and then
should go out. This means the system is
ready.
The SRS warning lamp is shared by the
driver’s front air bag, the front passen-
ger’s air bag, side air bags (if so equipped)
and the seat belt pre-tensioners.
WARNING
If any of the following conditions
occur, the SRS is not working prop-
erly, and you should immediately
have it inspected by an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.
•The SRS warning lamp does not illu-
minate when you start the vehicle.
•The SRS warning lamp does not go
out after several seconds.
•The SRS warning lamp illuminates
while driving.
Seat and seat belts
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Precautions to observe when using
wipers and washers
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(1) If the moving wipers become blocked
by ice or other deposits on the glass,
the motor may burn out even if the
wiper switch is turned to OFF. If
obstruction occurs, park your vehicle in
a safe place, turn off the ignition, and
clean the deposits from the glass so
that the wipers operate smoothly.
(2) Do not use the wipers when the glass
is dry. They may scratch the glass sur-
face or the blades may prematurely
wear out.
(3) Before using the wipers in cold weather,
check that the wiper blades are not fro-
zen onto the glass. The motor may
burn out if the wipers are used with the
blades frozen onto the glass.
(4) Avoid using the washer continuously for
more than 20 seconds. Do not oper-
ate the washer when the fluid reser-
voir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
(5) Periodically check the level of washer
fluid in the reservoir and refill if
required.
During cold weather, add a recom-
mended washer solution that will not
freeze in the washer reservoir. Fail-
ure to do so could result in loss of
washer function and frost damage to
the system components.
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Hazard warning flasher switch
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Use the hazard warning flasher switch
when the vehicle has to be parked on the
road for any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be
operated, regardless of the position of the
ignition key.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard warn-
ing flashers; push the switch again to turn
them off.
When this switch is operated, all turn-signal
lamps flash continuously, as do the
turn-signal indication lamps in the instru-
ment cluster.
CAUTION
If the lamps are kept flashing for a
long time, the battery will be dis-
charged, making it difficult or impos-
sible to start the engine.
Instruments and controls
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Change of display modePressing the“DISP”button shows modes
1 to 5 in order.
1. Trip computer information
(for petrol−powered vehicles only)
→page 4-46
2. Climate information→page 4-47
3. Audio information→page 6-2, 6-17
4. Date and time→page 4-53
5. Air conditioning→page 4-57
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Basic operationsWhen the key is turned to“ACC”, the
screen switches on automatically.
Use the“DISP”button to select the desired
display.
WARNING
Don’t use the system for prolonged
periods while the engine is idling in
poorly ventilated areas such as
indoor garage, as you may suffer
injury as a result of exhaust gas inha-
lation.
CAUTION
(1) The display should not be oper-
ated or observed for prolonged
periods while driving, as a traf-
fic accident may result.
(2) When operating the system, stop
the vehicle in an area where
parking is permitted.Instruments and controls
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(3) For vehicles equipped with the Day-
time Running Lamp, when the igni-
tion switch is“ON”, the headlamp low
beams etc. are turned on.
Refer to“Headlamps”.
(4) As your vehicle is equipped with an
electronic immobilizer, to start the
engine, the ID code which the tran-
sponder inside the key sends must
match the one registered to the immo-
bilizer computer. (Refer to page 2-2).
CAUTION
(1) Do not remove the ignition key
from the ignition switch while
driving. The steering wheel will
be locked, causing loss of con-
trol.
(2) If the engine is stopped while
driving, the brake servomecha-
nism will cease to function and
braking efficiency will deterio-
rate. Also, power steering sys-
tem will not function and it will
require greater manual effort to
operate the steering.
(3) Do not leave the key in the“ON”
position for a long time when the
engine is not running; doing so
will cause the battery to be dis-
charged.
(4) Do not turn the key to the
“START”position when the
engine is running; doing so
could damage the starter motor.
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How to lock and unlock the steer-
ing wheel
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To lock
Remove the key at the“LOCK”position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To unlock
Turn the key to the“ACC”position while
moving the steering wheel slightly.
CAUTION
Remove the key when leaving the
vehicle.
NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft
lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn
the key from“LOCK”to“ACC”. Firmly turn
the steering wheel to the left or to the right
as you turn the key.
Starting
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Tips for starting(1) Do not operate the starter motor con-
tinuously for anything longer than 10
seconds; doing so could run down the
battery. If the engine does not start, turn
the ignition switch back to“LOCK”, wait
a few seconds, and then try again.
Trying repeatedly with the starter motor
still turning will damage the starter
mechanism.
(2) If the engine cannot be started because
the battery is weak or dead, refer to the
“Emergency starting”section for
instructions on starting the engine.
(3) The engine is well warmed up if the
coolant temperature gauge needle
starts to move (the engine speed
decreases). Extended warming-up
operation will result in excessive fuel
consumption.
WARNING
Never run the engine in a closed or
poorly ventilated area any longer
than is needed to move your vehicle
in or out the area. Carbon monox-
ide gases are odorless and can be
fatal.
Starting and driving
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Normal conditions
The starting procedure is as follows:
1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the
seat belt.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Place the gearshift lever (manual
transmission) in the“N”(Neutral) or the
selector lever (automatic transmission)
in the“P”(PARK) position.
5. Fully depress the clutch pedal (manual
transmission).
6. After turning the ignition key to the“ON”
position, make certain that all warning
lamps are functioning properly before
starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the“START”
position without depressing the accel-
erator pedal, and release it when the
engine starts.NOTE
A ticking noise may be heard after start-
ing the engine. This is not an abnormal
condition. The noise will disappear after a
short time of engine running.
If the ticking noise continues after the
engine is warmed up, have your vehicle
checked at an authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer.
Flooded engine
If the engine was flooded during starting,
first operate the starter for 5 to 6 seconds
while fully depressing the accelerator pedal,
then start the engine without depressing the
accelerator pedal.
At extreme cold ambient temperature
If the engine won’t start, depress the accel-
erator pedal about halfway while crank-
ing the engine. Once the engine starts,
release the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION
When starting the engine, make sure
that you press on the brake pedal. At
extreme cold ambient temperature
move your foot to the brake pedal
immediately after the engine has
started.
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M/T A/TStarting the engine (diesel-powered
vehicles)
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1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the
seat belt.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. On vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion, place the gearshift lever in the“N”
(Neutral) position and depress the clutch
pedal all the way.
On vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission, place the selector lever in the
“P”(PARK) position.
5. Turn the ignition key to the“ON”posi-
tion.
The diesel preheat warning lamp will first
illuminate, and then after a short time go
out, indicating that preheating is com-
pleted.
Starting and driving
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