Starting and driving
Running-in recommendations ......................................... 5- 2
Fuel selection .................................................................... 5- 3
Filling the fuel tank ........................................................... 5- 4
Catalytic converter ............................................................ 5- 6
Economical driving ........................................................... 5- 7
Trailer towing ..................................................................... 5- 8
Ignition switch ................................................................... 5-11
Starting .............................................................................. 5-12
Manual transmission ........................................................ 5-15
Automatic transmission INVECS—II Sport
Mode 5A/T
(Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle
Electronic Control System II) ...................................... 5-17
Part time 4WD.................................................................... 5-24
Super select 4WD II (SS4 II) ............................................. 5-28
Rear differential lock ........................................................ 5-34
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ...................................... 5-38
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles .......................... 5-42
Parking brake .................................................................... 5-42
Parking .............................................................................. 5-43
Braking ............................................................................... 5-44
Anti - lock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 5-45
Limited-slip differential..................................................... 5-48
Steering wheel height adjustment................................... 5-49
Power steering system ..................................................... 5-49
Inside rear-view mirror ..................................................... 5-50
Outside rear-view mirror .................................................. 5-50
Manual outside rear-view mirrors ................................... 5-51
Electric remote-controlled outside
rear-view mirrors .......................................................... 5-51
Auto-speed (cruise) control ............................................. 5-53
MITSUBISHI active stability &
traction control system (M-ASTC) ............................... 5-57
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Catalytic converter
EC18A-W
For ordinary use, there are no particular
precautions except that of using unleaded
petrol.
The exhaust gas scavenging device with
catalytic converter is extremely efficient for
the reduction of noxious gases. The cata-
lytic converter is installed in the exhaust
system.
It is important to keep the engine prop-
erly tuned to ensure proper catalyst opera-
tion and prevent possible catalyst damage.
CAUTION
Damage to the catalytic converter
can result if your vehicle is not kept
in proper operating condition. In the
event of an engine malfunction par-
ticularly involving engine misfire or
other apparent loss of performance
have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle
with a severe overheated condition
may result in possible damage to the
converter and vehicle.
WARNING
(1) As with any vehicle, do not park
or operate this vehicle in areas
where combustible materials
such as dry grass or leaves can
come in contact with a hot
exhaust since a fire could occur.
(2) Undercoating paint should not
be applied to the catalytic con-
verter.The catalytic converter itself gets hot
quickly, and may be damaged if over-
heated. The following points should be
noted in order to prevent the ignition of
unburned petrol within the catalytic con-
verter.
(1) In case of the petrol-powered vehicles,
use UNLEADED PETROL ONLY of the
type of recommended in“Fuel
selection”on page 5-3.
(2) Do not drive with an extremely low fuel
level; running out of fuel could cause
damage to the catalytic converter.
(3) Do not switch OFF the ignition switch
while driving.
(4) Do not try to start the engine by push-
ing the vehicle. If the battery is weak or
discharged, use another battery to start
the engine.
(5) In case of the petrol-powered vehicles,
do not idle the engine with any spark
plug wires disconnected or removed
such as performing diagnostic tests.
(6) Do not idle the engine for prolonged
periods during very rough idle or mal-
functioning operating conditions.
(7) Do not race the engine when turning off
the ignition switch. This will prevent the
catalytic converter from being dam-
aged due to unburnt fuel.
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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
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