2004 MITSUBISHI L200 key

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
4-11 Check engine indication lamp - amber*
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This lamp is a part of an onboard diagnostic sys-
tem which monitors the emissions, engine sys-
tems.
If a problem is detected in one of these systems,
this lamp illuminates. Although your vehicle will
usually be drivable and not need towing, have the
system checked as soon as possible at an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer. This lamp will also illu-
minate for a few seconds when the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position. If it does not go off af-
ter a few seconds, take the vehicle to an autho-
rized MITSUBISHI dealer.
CAUTION(1) Prolonged driving with this lamp illumi-
nated can cause further damage to the
emission control system. It could also
affect fuel economy and drivability.
(2) If the lamp does not illuminate when
the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position, have the system checked at
an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
CAUTION(3) If the lamp illuminates while the engine
is running, avoid driving at high speeds.
During vehicle operation with the lamp
illuminated, the vehicle may not accel-
erate when you depress the accelerator
pedal. When the vehicle is stationary
with the lamp illuminated you must de-
press the brake pedal more firmly than
usual since the engine idling speed is
higher than usual and the vehicle with
an automatic transmission has a
stronger tendency to creep forward.
NOTE
The engine electronic control module accommo-
dating the onboard diagnostic system has various
fault data (especially about the exhaust emission)
stored.
This data will be erased if a battery cable is dis-
connected, which will make a diagnosis more dif-
ficult. Do not disconnect a battery cable when the
check engine indication lamp is ON.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Combination headlamps,
dipper and turn signal
switch
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Headlamps
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps.
- All lamps off
- Position, tail, licence-plate, and in-
strument panel lamps on
- Headlamps on and other lamps go
on
NOTE
[Vehicles with Dim Dip]
When the ignition key is in the “ON” posi-
tion and the lamp switch is set to the
“ ” position, the low beam of the head-
lamp will illuminate dimly.
Dipper (High/Low beam change)
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When the lamp switch is in the “ ” posi-
tion, the beam changes from high to low
(or low to high) each time the lever is
pulled to (1). While the high beam is on,
the high beam indication lamp in the in-
strument cluster will also illuminate.
[Vehicles with Daytime Running Lamp]
When the ignition key is in the “ON” posi-
tion and the lamp switch is set to the “ ”
position, the low beam of the headlamps,
tail lamps, etc., will illuminate.
Lamp monitor system
If the driver’s door is opened when the key
is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or re-
moved from the ignition switch with the
lamp switch in the “ ” or “ ” position,
a buzzer will sound to remind the driver to
turn off the lamps.
Turn of the lamp switch, and the buzzer
will stop.
NOTE
(1) Do not leave the headlamps and
other lamps on for too long while the
engine is stationary. A run-down bat-
tery could result.
(2) When it rains, or when the vehicle has
been washed, the inside of the lens
sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same phenomenon as when window
glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a functional prob-
lem. When the lamp is switched on,
the heat will remove the fog. However,
if water gathers inside the lamp,
please go to an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer for a check.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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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
warning flashers; push the switch again to
turn them off.
When this switch is operated, all turn-sig-
nal lamps flash continuously, as do the
turn-signal indication lamps in the instru-
ment cluster.
Rear window demister
switch*
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The rear window demister switch can be
operated with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position.
Push the switch to turn on the rear window
demister.
To turn off the demister, press the switch
once again.
If your vehicle is equipped with the rear
window demister timer, this will be turned
off automatically in about 11 minutes.
To turn off the demister within 11 minutes,
push the switch again.
The indication lamp (A) will illuminate
while the demister is on.
If your vehicle is equipped with heated
mirrors, these operate in conjunction with
the demister.
CAUTION
If the lamps are kept flashing for a
long time, the battery will be dis-
charged, resulting in hard engine
starting or a no starting at all.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Refer to “Electric remote-controlled out-
side rear-view mirrors” on page 5-38.
CAUTION(1) The demister switch is not for
melting snow but for cleaning
mist. Remove snow before us-
ing the demister switch.
(2) To avoid unnecessary battery
discharge, do not use the rear
window demister during starting
of the engine or when the engine
is not running. Turn the demist-
er off immediately after the win-
dow is clear.
(3) When cleaning the inside of the
rear window, use a soft cloth
and wipe gently along the heater
wires, being careful not to dam-
age the wires.
(4) Do not allow objects to touch
the inside of the rear window
glass, damaged or broken wires
may result.
Rear fog lamp switch*EE08B-Ma
The rear fog lamp can only be operated
when the headlamps turn on.
1 - Rear fog lamp on.
2 - Rear fog lamp off.
The indication lamp in the instrument clus-
ter will illuminate while the rear fog lamp is
on.NOTE
(1) The rear fog lamp is automatically
turned off when the headlamp is
turned off.
(2) In case of vehicles with Daytime Run-
ning Lamp, the front fog lamp can be
operated even if the lamp switch is set
to the “ ” (OFF) position, because
the low beam of the headlamps, tail
lamps, etc. illuminate when the igni-
tion key is at the “ON” position.
(3) The rear fog lamp is installed only on
the driver’s side.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Rheostat (meter
illumination control)*
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The rheostat can be adjusted while the
lamp switch is on.
Turn the dial to adjust the meter illumina-
tion to the desired brightness.
1 - To increase brightness
2 - To reduce brightness
Room lampsEE19AAOa
Room lamp
1 (OFF) -The lamp goes out.
2 (
•) -[Vehicles without keyless entry
system]
The lamp illuminates when a
door is opened and goes out
when all doors are closed.
Horn switchEE23A-Ac
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position, pressing the “”mark on
the steering wheel, causes the horn to
sound.
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3
Single cab
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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[Vehicles with keyless entry system]
The room lamp goes on when a door
is opened. When all doors are closed,
the room lamp is illuminated and
dimmed gradually for 30 seconds
then goes out.
However, the lamp goes out immedi-
ately without being dimmed in case of
the followings:
• The ignition switch is turned “ON”.
• All doors are locked using the key
mechanism of the driver’s door, the
lock knob of the driver’s door, or the
remote control switch of the keyless
entry system.NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the
doors closed, the room lamp is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds and then goes
out.
3 (ON) -The lamp illuminates.Personal lamps*
Push the button to turn on the lamp. Push
it again to turn it off.
NOTE
If you leave the lamps on without running
the engine, you will run down the battery.
Before you leave the vehicle, make sure
that all the lamps are off.
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Club cab, Double cab
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Type 2
Slide the cover (1). Insert the key in the
cap (2) and unlock it.
Turn the cap and remove it.A - Remove
B - Close
3. Open the fuel tank filler tube by slowly
turning the cap anticlockwise.
CAUTIONSince the fuel system may be under
pressure, remove the fuel tank filler
tube cap slowly. This relieves any
pressure or vacuum that might have
built up in the fuel tank. If the cap is
venting vapour or if you hear a hiss-
ing sound, wait until it stops before
removing the cap. Otherwise, fuel
may spray out, injuring you or others.
4. To fill with fuel correctly depends
mainly on correct handling of the fuel
filler gun.
Do not tilt the gun. Insert the gun in
the tank port as far as it goes.
CAUTIONPetrol-powered vehicles have a label
located on the fuel tank filler lid that
states “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”.
The vehicles also have a fuel tank
filler tube especially designed to ac-
cept the smaller diameter of the un-
leaded petrol dispensing nozzles
only.
If the fuel cap must be replaced, use
only a MITSUBISHI original part
specified for your vehicle.
5. When the gun stops automatically, re-
move the gun half the way in the tank
port. After the second automatic stop,
do not fill with fuel anymore.
CAUTIONTo avoid fuel spillage and overfilling,
do not “top-off” the fuel tank.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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mm
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1: Single cab, double cab
*2: Club cab
NOTE
The values under item 10 are applicable
to unladen vehicles. These values can
also be varied depending on the tyre size,
optional equipment and suspension con-
ditions.
Ignition switchEI01ABGa
1 - The engine is stopped, and the steer-
ing wheel locked. The key can only be
inserted and removed only when the
switch is in this position.
2 - The engine is stopped, but the radio,
cigarette lighter and other electrical
devices can be operated.
3 - The engine is running and all the vehi-
cle’s electrical devices can be oper-
ated.
4 - The starter motor operates. After the
engine has started, release the key
and it will automatically return to the
“ON” position.
Operating hints
(1) Do not let the clutch slip (vehicles with
a manual transmission only) and do
not increase the engine speed more
than necessary when starting.
(2) Be sure that the driving speed does
not exceed the maximum speed for
trailer operation.
(3) To prevent shocks from the overrun
brake, depress the brake pedal lightly
at first and then more strongly.
(4) To make full use of engine braking,
change to a lower gear before de-
scending a slope.
(5) The body, brakes, clutch, and chassis
will be under additional strain when
towing a trailer.
(6) The heavier weight and higher rolling
and air resistance will increase fuel
consumption.
Additional precautions for vehicles
equipped with an automatic transmission
It is recommended to use the “2” position
on slopes or at low speed. Use the “L” po-
sition in mountainous areas in order to
make better use of engine braking and to
assist the brake system. However, be sure
that the speed does not exceed the maxi-
mum speed limit for the selected gear.
For maximum speed, refer to the descrip-
tion of the “Possible driving speed” on
page 5-19.
2WD models4WD models
1 19.5 19.5
214 14
323 23
4 88 188
535 35
660 60
785 85
8 145 145
9 322 275
10 342 to 392 372 to 422
11 965 956*
1, 1,071*2
12 1,287 1,231*1, 1,346*2
13 30 30
14 525 525
15 1,050 1,050
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