GENERAL INFORMATION
Modification / alterations
to the electrical or fuel
systems
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MITSUBISHI has always manufactured
safe, high quality vehicles. In order to
maintain this safety and quality, it is impor-
tant that any accessory that is to be fitted,
or any modifications that are to be carried
out which involve the electric or fuel sys-
tems, should be carried out in accordance
with MITSUBISHI guidelines.
CAUTIONPlease consult an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer concerning any
such fitment or modification.
If the wires interfere with the vehicle
body or if improper installation
methods are used (protective fuses
not included, etc.), electronic de-
vices may be adversely affected, re-
sulting in fire or an other accident.
Roof drip moulding*EB10A-Fb
When installing the roof rack, use the
brackets (A).
There are brackets (A) under roof drip
moulding (B).
NOTE
(1) Use a genuine MITSUBISHI roof car-
rier, since the brackets to be used are
of special shape. For details, consult
a nearby authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer.
(2) For the roof load, refer to page 10-6,
10-12, 10-19.
Roof carrier precaution
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CAUTION(1) Make sure that the weight of the
luggage does not exceed the al-
lowable roof load.
If the allowable roof load is ex-
ceeded, this may cause damage
to the vehicle.
The roof load is the total allow-
able load on the roof (the weight
of the roof carrier plus the
weight of luggage placed on the
roof carrier).
For specific figures, please refer
to the “Maximum roof load” on
page 10-6, 10-12, 10-19.
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FOR PLEASANT DRIVING
Procedure for input of
security code to audio
system with anti-theft
system
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When the vehicle not only has its audio
stolen but left in the following conditions,
the audio system with anti-theft system
does not operate even if the power supply
from the battery is returned to the normal
condition.
(1) The battery is discharged.
(2) The fuse has blown.
(3) Power supply from the battery has
been disconnected.
In these cases, input the security code by
the procedure shown below.
Security code input procedure
1. Return the power supply from the bat-
tery to the normal condition.
2. Place the ignition key in the “ACC” po-
sition.
3. Press the PWR button (1), and
“CODE” will be shown on the display
window (2). NOTE
(1) The security code (A) is indicated on
the cards delivered to you when you
purchased the vehicle or replaced the
audio system.
(2) If you lose the cards, call the nearest
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
(3) When you sell your vehicle or trade it
in, deliver the cards together with the
vehicle.
WARNINGYou are furnished with two cards in
the glove box. Keep them separately
from each other in appropriate
places outside the vehicle.
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If the vehicle breaks down .......................... 8-2
Operation under adverse driving
conditions............................................... 8-2
Tools, jack and jack handle......................... 8-3
Jack and jack handle ................................... 8-5
Jacking up the vehicle................................. 8-8
Spare wheel .................................................. 8-12
Wheel caps ................................................... 8-15
If a tyre is punctured .................................... 8-16
Towing .......................................................... 8-19
Engine overheating...................................... 8-23
Bleeding the fuel system
(diesel-powered vehicles only) ............. 8-25
Removal of water from the fuel filter
(diesel-powered vehicles only) ............. 8-26
Emergency starting ..................................... 8-27
What to do if the engine speed becomes
unstable after the battery is replaced .. 8-30
Fuses............................................................. 8-30
Changing a fuse ........................................... 8-33
Replacement of lamp bulbs ........................ 8-34
For emergencies
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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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FOR EMERGENCIES
In the engine compartment, the fuse box
is located as shown in the illustration.Passenger compartment
The spare fuses are mounted on the fuse
box cover. Always use a fuse of the same
capacity for replacement.
Fuse load capacityEN29BPDc
The fuse box cover lists the names of the
electrical systems and the fuse capacities.
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NoElectrical systemCapacity
1Rear window demister20A
2Heater20A
3Turn-signal lamps10A
4Radio10A
5——
6Electric door locks15A
Symbol
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1
2
3
4567
8
9
101112
13
14
15 16
17
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FOR EMERGENCIES
NOTE
• Some fuses may not be installed on
your vehicle, depending on the vehicle
model or specifications.
• The table above shows the main equip-
ment corresponding to each fuse.
Engine compartment
NOTE
• Some fuses may not be installed on
your vehicle, depending on the vehicle
model or specifications.
• The table above shows the main equip-
ment corresponding to each fuse.
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NoElectrical systemCapacity
1Room lamp10A
2High beam10A
3Tail lamps (Right)10A
4Tail lamps (Left)10A
5Hazard warming
flashers10A
6Air conditioning30A
7Fuse40A
8Ignition switch40A
9Power window30A
10Lamps30A
11Engine20A
12Alternator80A
Symbol
NoElectrical systemCapacity
7Heater relay10A
8Cigarette lighter15A
9Windscreen wiper15A
10Reserving lamps10A
11Meter10A
12Stop lamps10A
13Horn10A
14Power window relay10A
15Automatic transmission
(A/T only)10A
16Fuel line heater15A
17Rear heater10A
18Heated mirror10A
19Demister20A
Symbol
A/T
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FOR EMERGENCIES
Changing a fuseEN29C-Ae
1. Before replacing a fuse, always turn
off the electrical item concerned and
place the ignition switch in the
“LOCK” position.
2. Remove the fuse housing cover.
3. Referring to the fuse load capacity
table, check the fuse pertaining to the
problem.
A - Fuse is OK
B - Blown fuse5. Insert a new fuse of the same capac-
ity securely into the clip.
CAUTION(1) If the newly inserted fuse blows
again after a short time, have the
electrical system checked by an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer
to find the cause and rectify it.
(2) Never use a fuse with a capacity
larger than that specified or any
substitute, such as wire, foil,
etc.; doing so will cause the
circuit wiring to heat up and
could cause a fire.
4. There is a fuse puller in the fuse hous-
ing (inside the vehicle). First pull the
fuse puller out of the fuse housing and
then by using the fuse puller, pull the
fuse straigth out from the fuse hous-
ing. If it is not blown, something else
must be causing the problem; contact
an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer to
have the problem checked.
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MAINTENANCE
Fuel, engine coolant, oil
and exhaust gas leakage
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Look under the body of your vehicle to
check for fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leaks.
WARNINGIf you see a suspicious fuel leak or if
you smell fuel, do not operate the
vehicle; call your authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp
operation
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Operate the combination lamp switch to
check that all lamps are functioning
properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable
cause is a blown fuse or defective lamp
bulb. Check the fuses first. If there is no
blown fuse, check the lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection
and replacement of the fuses and the
lamp bulbs, refer to the section entitled
“For emergencies”.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, take the
vehicle to an authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer for inspection and repair.
Meter, gauge and
indication/warning lamp
operation
Run the engine to check the operation of
all meters, gauges, and indication/warning
lamps.
If there is anything wrong, take the vehicle
to an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer for
inspection.
Clutch pedal free play*EM17A-Ya
Press down the clutch pedal with your
fingers until initial resistance is felt.
This distance should be within the speci-
fied range.
A - Free play 6 to 13 mm
If the clutch pedal free play is outside the
standard range, have the clutch pedal ad-
justed at an authorized MITSUBISHI
dealer.
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