2004 MITSUBISHI L200 transmission

GENERAL INFORMATION
(4) Switch off the engine if you stop for a
short sleep. If the engine is left run-
ning while you sleep, unexpected ve-
hicle operation or other accidents
may be caused by unconsciously
moving the shift lever (selector lever
on automatic transmission vehicles)
or pressing the accelerator pedal. If
you inadvertently keep the accelera-
tor pedal pressed, the engine may
overheat or the engine, exhaust pipe,
etc. may be abnormally overheated,
resulting in an accidental fire. If poorly
ventilated, there is a risk of poisoning
by exhaust gases.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Indication and warning lampsED50APDc
1 - Automatic transmission indication lamp
(vehicle with automatic transmission) →p. 5-16
2 - Turn-signal indication lamps / Hazard warning indication
lamps
3 - High-beam indication lamp
4 - Low fuel indication lamp
5 - Check engine indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles)*
6 - Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning lamp*
→p. 3-29
7 - Door ajar warning lamp
8 - Anti-lock brake (ABS) warning lamp
(diesel-powered vehicles)* →p. 5-34
9 - Overdrive off indication lamp
(vehicle with automatic transmission) →p. 5-18
10 - Rear fog lamp indication lamp*11 - A/T (automatic transmission) temperature warning lamp*
12 - 4WD indication lamp (4-wheel drive vehicles) →p. 5-22
13 - Charge warning lamp
14 - Oil pressure warning lamp
15 - Fuel filter indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles)
16 - Brake warning lamp
17 - Diesel preheat warning lamp (diesel- powered vehicles)
18 - Check engine indication lamp (petrol-powered vehicles)
19 - Anti-lock brake (ABS) warning lamp
(petrol-powered vehicles)* →p. 5-34
NOTE
To find information concerning the indication or warning lamps
marked by the symbol “ →p. x-xx”, refer to the specified pages.
For the other indication and warning lamps, refer to the subse-
quent pages.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
A/T (Automatic transmission) warning
lamp* - red
ED73A-Xa
The A/T warning lamp comes on when the A/T
fluid temperature becomes abnormally high. Nor-
mally the warning lamp comes on when the igni-
tion switch is placed in the “ON” position, 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” position and
idle the engine until the warning lamp goes off.
When the warning lamp goes off, the vehicle can
run as before. It the warning lamp does not go off,
please have your vehicle inspected at an author-
ized MITSUBISHI dealer.
NOTE
If there is something wrong with the control sys-
tem of the automatic transmission, the A/T warn-
ing lamp flashes. While the warning lamp is flash-
ing, a safety device is activated, causing the
speed to remain constant during driving and the
acceleration to be insufficient when starting out
on an uphill grade. If the warning lamp flashes,
have your vehicle inspected at an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer.
Charge warning lamp - redED54A-La
This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is
turned “ON”, and goes off after the engine has
started.
CAUTIONIf 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 au-
thorized MITSUBISHI dealer.
[Petrol-powered vehicle]
Abnormality in the charging system.
[Diesel-powered vehicle]
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.
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A/T
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
4-11 Check engine indication lamp - amber*
ED85AAH
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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Running-in recommendations .................... 5-2
Fuel selection ............................................... 5-3
Filling the fuel tank ...................................... 5-3
Catalytic converter* ..................................... 5-5
Economical driving ...................................... 5-6
Trailer towing ............................................... 5-7
Ignition switch .............................................. 5-9
Starting ......................................................... 5-11
Manual transmission ................................... 5-14
Automatic transmission .............................. 5-16
Operation of the automatic transmission .. 5-18
Transfer shift lever (4WD vehicles) ............ 5-20
Rear differential lock* .................................. 5-23
Correct 4-wheel drive operation ................. 5-26
Cautions on handling of 4WD vehicles ...... 5-29
Parking brake ............................................... 5-30
Parking .......................................................... 5-32
Braking.......................................................... 5-32
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)* ................... 5-33
Limited-slip differential* .............................. 5-35
Steering wheel height adjustment .............. 5-36
Power steering system* .............................. 5-37
Day/Night type inside rearview mirror ....... 5-37
Manual outside rear-view mirrors* ............. 5-37
Electric remote-controlled outside
rear-view mirrors* .................................. 5-38
Starting and driving
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Vehicles with automatic transmission
2WD
*1with overdrive switched OFF
*2with overdrive switched ON
4WD
*1with overdrive switched OFF
*2with overdrive switched ON
STARTING AND DRIVING
Running-in
recommendations
EA01APD
During the running-in period for the first
1,000 km, it is advisable to drive your new
vehicle using the following precautions as
a guideline to aid long life as well as future
economy and performance.
(1) Do not race the engine at high speeds.
(2) Avoid rapid starting, accelerating,
braking and prolonged high-speed
running.
(3) Keep to the running-in speed limit
shown below.
Please note that the legal speed limits
displayed must be adhered to.
(4) Do not exceed loading capacity.
(5) Refrain from towing a trailer.
Vehicles with manual transmission
2WD4WD
Petrol-powered vehicles
Diesel-powered vehicles
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Drive rangeSpeed limit km/h (mph)
With
turbochargerWithout
turbocharger
1st 20 (12) 20 (12)
2nd 40 (24) 35 (21)
3rd 65 (40) 55 (34)
4th 85 (52) 85 (52)
5th 100 (62) 105 (65)

Drive range
Speed limit km/h (mph)
2H, 4H4L
1st 25 (15) 10 (6)
2nd 50 (31) 25 (15)
3rd 75 (46) 40 (24)
4th 105 (65) 55 (34)
5th 125 (77) 65 (40)

Drive range
Speed limit km/h (mph)

“L” (LOW)

25 (15)
“2” (SECOND)

50 (31)
“D” (DRIVE)

75 (46)*
1

105 (65)*
2
Drive
range
Speed limit km/h (mph)
Vehicles with
205/80R16
tyre sizeVehicles with
265/70R16
tyre size
2H, 4H4L2H, 4H4L
“L”
(LOW)30 (18) 15 (9) 30 (18) 15 (9)
“2”
(SECOND)55 (34) 30 (18) 60 (37) 30 (18)
“D”
(DRIVE)85 (52)*1
125 (77)*245 (27)*1
65 (40)*285 (52)*1
125 (77)*245 (27)*1
65 (40)*2

Drive
range
Speed limit km/h (mph)
Vehicles with
205/80R16 tyre size
Vehicles with
265/70R16 tyre size
2H, 4H4L2H, 4H4L

1st20 (12) 10 (6) 20 (12) 10 (6)
2nd35 (21) 20 (12) 40 (24) 20 (12)
3rd60 (37) 30 (18) 65 (40) 30 (18)
4th85 (52) 45 (27) 90 (55) 45 (27)
5th105 (65) 55 (34) 110 (68) 55 (34)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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mm
*
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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STARTING AND DRIVING
5-13 Starting (diesel-powered vehicles)
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1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the
seat belt.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Place the gearshift lever (manual
transmission) in the “N” (Neutral) or
the selector lever (automatic trans-
mission) in the “P” (PARK) position.
5. Fully depress the clutch pedal (man-
ual transmission).
6. After turning the ignition key to the
“ON” position, make certain that all
warning lamps are functioning prop-
erly before starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START”
position without depressing the accel-
erator pedal, and release it when the
engine starts.8.
Operate the accelerator pedal as de-
scribed below in accordance with the
atmospheric temperature and/or en-
gine condition and then start the en-
gine.
(1) When the atmospheric temperature is
moderate or the engine is warm, start
the engine without depressing the
accelerator pedal.
(2) When the atmospheric temperature is
low and the engine is cold, start the
engine while following the proce-
dures:
• 2WD with turbocharger, 4WD with
catalytic converter
While depressing the accelerator
pedal, start the engine.
• 2WD without turbocharger, 4WD
without catalytic converter
Start the engine without depress-
ing the accelerator pedal. NOTE
(1) If the engine is cold, the diesel pre-
heat warning lamp is on for a longer
time.
(2) When the engine has not been start-
ed within about 5 seconds
after the diesel preheat warning lamp
went out, return the ignition key to the
“LOCK” position. Then, turn the key to
the “ON” position to preheat the en-
gine again.
(3) When the engine is warm, the diesel
preheat warning lamp does not come
on even if the ignition key is placed in
the “ON” position.
Start the engine by turning the
ignition key right to the “START” posi-
tion.
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