2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN charging

Charge 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.
CAUTION
If it illuminates while the engine is running,
there is a problem in the charging system. In
this case, immediately park your vehicle in a
safe place and contact your nearest autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
[ Except for 2500 models ]
Abnormality in the charging system.
[ 2500 models ]
Broken alternator belt or abnormality in the
charging system. A broken alternator belt
causes poor braking efficiency. Depress the
brake pedal harder than usual to park the
vehicle in a safe place.
A/T (automatic transmission) fluid tempera-
ture warning lamp - red
(vehicles with automatic transmission)
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The A/T fluid temperature warning lamp comes on
when the A/T fluid temperature becomes abnor-
mally high. Normally the warning lamp comes on
when the engine switch is placed in the “ON ”posi-
tion, and it goes out when the engine is started.
When the lamp comes on, reduce the engine speed
and move the vehicle to a safe area.
Then, set the selector lever to “P”(PARK) posi-
tion and idle the engine until the warning lamp goes
off. When the warning lamp goes off, the vehicle can
run as before. If the warning lamp does not go off,
please have your vehicle inspected at an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
Instruments and controls
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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.
For emergencies
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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.
For emergencies
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During cold weatherThe capacity of the battery is reduced at
low temperatures. This is an inevitable
result of its chemical and physical proper-
ties. This is why a very cold battery, par-
ticularly one that is not fully charged
anyway, will only deliver a fraction of the
starter current which is normally avail-
able.
It is recommended that you have the bat-
tery checked by an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer before the start of cold
weather and, if necessary, have it charged.
This not only ensures reliable starting, but
a battery which is kept fully charged also
has a longer life.Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the
engine, first disconnect the negative (-) ter-
minal and then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first con-
nect the positive (+) terminal and then the
negative (-) terminal.
WARNING
(1) Keep sparks, cigarettes, and
flames away from the battery
because the battery could
explode.
(2) The battery electrolyte is
extremely caustic. Do not allow
it to come in contact with your
eyes, skin, clothing, or the
painted surfaces of the vehicle.
Spilled electrolyte should be
flushed immediately with ample
amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from
contact with electrolyte requires
immediate medical attention.
(3) Ventilate when charging or using
the battery in an enclosed space.
CAUTION
(1) Never disconnect the battery
with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position; doing so could
damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
(2) Never short-circuit the battery;
doing so could cause it to over-
heat and be damaged.
(3) Always wear protective eye
goggles when working near the
battery.
CAUTION
(4) If the battery is to be quick-
charged, first disconnect the bat-
tery cables.
(5) In order to prevent a short cir-
cuit, be sure to disconnect the
negative (-) terminal first.
(6) Keep it out of reach of chil-
dren.
NOTE
(1) Keep the terminals clean. After the bat-
tery is connected, apply terminal pro-
tection grease. To clean the terminals,
use lukewarm water.
(2) Check to see if the battery is securely
installed and cannot be moved dur-
ing travel. Also check each terminal for
tightness.
(3) When the vehicle is to be left unused
for a long period of time, remove the
battery and store it in a place where the
battery fluid will not freeze. The bat-
tery should be stored only in a fully
charged condition.
Maintenance
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