2004 MITSUBISHI L200 ABS

STARTING AND DRIVING
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CAUTION(1) Even the ABS can not prevent
the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle. It cannot
for instance avoid accidents that
may result from excessive
speed on bends, following an-
other vehicle too closely or
aquaplaning. It should remain
the driver’s task to observe
safety precautions to judge
speeds and brake applications
correctly in such conditions.
(2) Be sure to use tyres of the same
type and size on four wheels.
If tyre types or sizes are mixed,
the ABS may not function nor-
mally.
(3) Never install a limited slip differ-
ential, which is not MITSUBISHI
Genuine parts, as the ABS may
not function normally.
Please consult an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.
(4) On vehicles with rear differential
lock, the stability of the vehicle
position may be decreased on
some road surfaces during
brake application, when rear
lock is in operation as compared
with that secured while brakes
are applied without the rear dif-
ferential lock in operation even
though the vehicle is equipped
with the ABS Except when the
vehicle has to pull out, be sure
to keep the rear differential lock
in the OFF state. Refer to “Rear
differential lock” on page 5-23.
Warning lamp
A - Diesel-powered vehicles
B - Petrol-powered vehicles
The ABS warning lamp should illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned “ON”,
and should go off in a few seconds.
CAUTIONIf the warning lamp stays ON or does
not illuminate when the ignition
switch is turned “ON”, it indicates
that the ABS is not functioning and
that only the standard brake system
is in operation. (In this condition the
standard brake system will still func-
tion.) Please contact the nearest au-
thorized MITSUBISHI dealer for in-
spection.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
5-35 If the lamp illuminates while
driving
(1) Since there will always be a possibility
of the vehicle becoming unstable
when brakes are applied rapidly, en-
sure that brakes are applied gently
and that high-speed driving is not at-
tempted. Furthermore, bring the vehi-
cle to halt in a safe location.
Restart the engine and check to see
whether the lamp goes out after a few
minutes driving. If it then remains off
during driving, there is no problem.
However, if the lamp does not go out
or if it lights up again when the vehicle
is driven, have the vehicle checked by
an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer as
soon as possible.
(2) After starting the engine using jumper
cables, if you attempt to start the vehi-
cle before the battery is sufficiently
charged, the engine will run irregu-
larly and the ABS warning lamp will il-
luminate indicating that the vehicle
should not be driven.
This situation, however, is caused
merely by insufficient battery voltage
and is not an abnormal situation.
If such a situation occurs, run the en-
gine at idle for some time to charge
the battery.
Limited-slip differential*
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A limited-slip differential is applied for the
rear wheel differential only. The features
of this limited-slip differential are de-
scribed below:
Just as with a conventional differential, the
wheel on one side is allowed to turn at a
different speed from the wheel on the
other side when the vehicle is cornering.
The difference between the limited-slip dif-
ferential and a conventional differential is
that if the wheel on one side of the vehicle
loses traction, a greater amount of torque
is applied to the rear wheel on the other
side to improve traction.
NOTE
Even if there is a difference in the amount
of traction the wheels can get, if both of
them are spinning, the limited-slip differ-
ential will not be effective. NOTE
(1) Immediately after the vehicle starts
moving after engine start up, a whin-
ing sound of a motor will be heard
from the engine compartment, and if
the brake pedal is depressed at that
moment, a pulsating is felt. These
sound and shock are due to the self-
diagnosis operation of the ABS and
does not indicate a malfunction.
(2) After driving on snowy roads, remove
any snow and ice which may have be-
come adhered to the wheel areas.
When doing this, be careful not to
damage the wheel speed sensors
and cables located at each wheel on
vehicles equipped with an ABS.
(3) The ABS becomes operative after the
vehicle has accelerated to a speed in
excess of approximately 10 km/h. It
stops operating when the vehicle de-
celerates to a speed below approxi-
mately 5 km/h.
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FOR EMERGENCIES
On a flooded road
(1) Avoid flooded roads. Water could
enter the brake discs, resulting in
temporarily ineffective brakes. In such
cases, lightly depress the brake pedal
to see if the brakes operate properly.
If they do not, lightly depress the
pedal several times while driving in
order to dry the brake pads.
(2) When driving in rain or on a road with
many puddles a layer of water may
form between the tyres and the road
surface.
This reduces a tyre’s frictional
resistance on the road, resulting in
loss of steering stability and braking
capability.
To cope with this, observe the follow-
ing items:
(a) Drive your vehicle at a slow speed.
(b) Do not drive on worn tyres. Always
maintain the specified tyre inflation
pressures.
Tools, jack and jack handle
EN01A-T
The storage location of the tools and jack
should be remembered in case of an
emergency.
Location
1 - Tools
2 - Jack
3 - Jack handle
On a snow-covered or frozen road
(1) When driving on a snow-covered or
frozen road, it is recommended that
you use snow tyres or tyre chains.
Refer to the “Snow tyres” and “Tyre
chains” sections.
(2) Avoid high-speed operation, sudden
acceleration, abrupt brake application
and sharp cornering.
(3) Depressing the brake pedal during
travel on such a road may cause tyre
slippage and skidding. When traction
between the tyres and the road is re-
duced the wheels may skid and the
vehicle cannot readily be brought to a
stop by conventional braking tech-
niques. Braking will differ, depending
upon whether you have anti-lock
brakes (ABS). If you do have ABS,
brake by pressing the brake pedal
hard, and keeping it pressed. If you
do not have ABS, pump the brake
pedal with short rapid jabs, each time
fully applying and fully releasing for
greatest effect.
(4) Allow extra distance between your
vehicle and the vehicle in front of you,
and avoid sudden braking.
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FOR EMERGENCIES
CAUTION(1) Do not attempt to start the en-
gine by pulling or pushing the
vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.
(2) Always wear protective eye gog-
gles when working near the
battery.
(3) Keep the battery out of the reach
of children.
NOTE
On vehicles with the anti-lock brake
system, if the vehicle is started in motion
without fully charging the battery, irregular
rotation of the engine might cause the
anti-lock brake warning lamp to illuminate.
Refer to “Anti-lock brake system (ABS)”
on page 5-33.
What to do if the engine
speed becomes unstable
after the battery is
replaced
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If the engine speed becomes unstable af-
ter the battery is replaced, reset the en-
gine using the following method:
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Place the gearshift lever (manual
transmission) in the “N” (Neutral) po-
sition or the selector lever (automatic
transmission) in the “P” (PARK) posi-
tion.
Stop the engine.
3. Restart the engine.
4. Turn off the heater/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.
FusesEN09A-Na
Fuse block
To prevent damage to the electric system
due to short-circuiting or overloading,
each individual circuit is provided with a
fuse.
There are fuse boxes in the passenger
compartment and in the engine compart-
ment.
The fuse box in the passenger compart-
ment is located in front of the driver’s seat
as shown in the illustration.
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INDEX
4WD indication lamp
(4-wheel drive vehicles) .......................... 5-22
Accessory boxes ....................................... 6-35
Accessory (Installation) ............................. 1-13
Additional equipment ................................. 9-17
Antenna (Pillar antenna) ............................ 6-18
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................... 5-33
Armrest ........................................................ 3-7
Ashtray ...................................................... 6-34
Audio system
Anti-theft system ..................................... 6-15
Automatic air conditioning ......................... 6-25
Automatic transmission
Fluid .......................................................... 9-4
Possible driving speed ............................ 5-19
Selector positions.................................... 5-17
Warning lamp ............................................ 4-8
Battery ......................................................... 9-6
Charge warning lamp ................................ 4-8
Discharged battery
(Emergency starting) ............................ 8-27
Bonnet ......................................................... 2-7
Brake system
Anti-lock brake ........................................ 5-33
Braking .................................................... 5-32
Fluid .......................................................... 9-8
Parking brake .......................................... 5-30
Pedal free play ........................................ 9-14
Warning lamp ............................................ 4-9
Bulb capacity, replacement ....................... 8-34Door-ajar warning lamp ............................... 4-7
Doors ........................................................... 2-4
Central door locks ..................................... 2-7
Child protection ......................................... 2-6
Lock and unlock ........................................ 2-4
Economical driving ...................................... 5-6
Electric remote-controlled
outside rear-view mirrors ........................ 5-38
Electric window control ................................ 2-9
Electronic immobilizer.................................. 2-2
Emergency starting.................................... 8-27
Engine number .......................................... 10-2
Engine
Coolant...................................................... 9-5
Number ................................................... 10-2
Oil .............................................................. 9-2
Used oil ................................................... 1-16
Exterior and interior lamp operation .......... 9-14
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid ..................... 9-4
Brake fluid ............................................. 10-26
Clutch fluid ..................................... 9-9, 10-26
Manual transmission fluid ..................... 10-26
Power steering fluid ....................... 9-9, 10-26
Washer fluid ............................................ 9-10
Fuel filter indication lamp ............................. 4-9
Fuel
Capacity /(Filling the fuel tank).................. 5-3
Fuel gauge ................................................ 4-3
Low fuel indication lamp............................ 4-7
Fuse load capacity..................................... 8-31
Fuses ......................................................... 8-30 Capacities ................................................ 10-25
Catalytic converter ....................................... 5-5
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles...... 5-29
Central door locks........................................ 2-7
Changing a fuse ........................................ 8-33
Charge warning lamp .................................. 4-8
Chassis number......................................... 10-2
“Child-protection” rear door ......................... 2-6
Child restraint ............................................ 3-11
Cigarette lighter ......................................... 6-33
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle .............. 7-2
Genuine leather ........................................ 7-3
Plastic, Vinyl leather, etc. .......................... 7-3
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle............ 7-4
Chrome parts ............................................ 7-6
Damaged paint.......................................... 7-6
Polishing ................................................... 7-6
Washing .................................................... 7-4
Waxing ...................................................... 7-5
Clock (Digital) ............................................ 6-34
Clutch
Fluid .......................................................... 9-9
Pedal free play ........................................ 9-14
Combination headlamps,
dipper and turn signal switch .................. 4-12
Coolant (Engine).......................................... 9-5
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ................ 5-26
Cup tray ..................................................... 6-37
Day/Night Type inside rear-view mirror ..... 5-37
Diesel fuel ................................................ 10-24
Diesel preheat warning lamp ..................... 4-10
Digital clock ............................................... 6-34
Dimensions ......................... 10-5, 10-11, 10-17
10-27
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