2004 MITSUBISHI L200 tow bar

STARTING AND DRIVING
5-7
(1)Starting
Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden
starts; such operation will result in
higher fuel consumption.
(2)Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate engine
speed. Always use the highest gear
possible.
The transfer shift lever should be set
to “2H” when driving 4WD vehicles on
normal roads and express ways to
obtain best possible fuel economy.
(3)City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping in-
creases the average fuel consump-
tion. Use roads with smooth traffic
flow whenever possible. When driving
on congested roads, avoid use of a
low gear at high engine speeds.
(4)Idling
The vehicle consumes fuel even dur-
ing idling. Avoid extended idling
whenever possible.
(5)Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the
more fuel consumed. Avoid driving at
full speed. Even a slight release of the
accelerator pedal will save a signific-
ant amount of fuel.Trailer towingEC21APDd
In order to tow a trailer with your vehicle,
have a trailer towing device that meets all
pertinent regulations in your area mount-
ed at an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
The regulations concerning the towing of
a trailer may differ from country to country.
It is recommended that you obey the regu-
lations in each area.
CAUTIONDanger of Accident!
A towing bar should be fitted by an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
NOTE
Fitting of a towing bar requires specialized
skills and equipment.
Contact an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer
for details. If you are going to tow a trailer,
pay careful attention to the following
points.
(6)Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at
regular intervals. Low tyre inflation
pressure increases road resistance
and fuel consumption. In addition, low
tyre pressures adversely affect tyre
wear and driving stability.
(7)Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles
in the luggage compartment. Espe-
cially during city driving where fre-
quent starting and stopping is ne-
cessary, the increased weight of the
vehicle will greatly affect fuel con-
sumption. Also avoid driving with un-
necessary luggage, etc., on the roof;
the increased air resistance will in-
crease more fuel consumption.
(8)Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes
more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also
caused by keeping a hot engine run-
ning. After the engine is started, com-
mence driving as soon as possible.
(9)Air conditioning*
The use of the air conditioning will in-
crease the fuel consumption.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
5-8 Maximum towable weight with brake
and maximum trailer-nose weight
Never exceed the maximum towable
weight with brake and the maximum trailer-
nose weight as listed in the specifications.
(Refer to page 10-6, 10-12, 10-19.)
If you tow a trailer at an altitude of more
than 1000 m above sea-level, reduce your
weight by 10% of the gross combination
weight for every increase of 1000 m above
sea-level, as the engine output is lowered
owing to decrease in atmospheric pres-
sure.
Towing bar mounting
specifications
See the following table for fixing points (A)
for the towing bar.
12
5
6
7
8
9
11
1210 34
C21A068C21A069
A
A131415
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FOR EMERGENCIES
If your vehicle tows another vehicle
The spring shackles are located as shown
in the illustration. Attach the tow rope to
the spring shackles (4-wheel drive models
only).Engine overheatingEN26AABc
If the water temperature gauge indication
remains in the overheating zone for a long
time, the engine may be overheating. If
this occurs, take the following corrective
measures:
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
CAUTION(1) Towing another vehicle using
the shackles to attach the tow-
ing rope is only possible on 4-
wheel drive models. On 2-wheel
drive models, this method will
cause bumper deformation.
(2) 2-wheel drive models can only
tow other vehicles when fitted
with a tow bar. When using the
tow bar, ensure that the rope is
securely fitted and that the
weight of the vehicle to be towed
does not exceed the maximum
allowed trailer weight listed on
the tow bar.
NOTE
Your vehicle should only be used to tow
another vehicle if the weight of the other
vehicle is less than your vehicle.
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Rear (4WD vehicles)
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