2008 MITSUBISHI COLT fuel

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Check engine warning lampE00502600918
This lamp is a part of an onboard diagnostic sys-
tem which monitors the emissions, engine and
automated manual transmission control systems.
If a problem is detected in one of these systems,
this lamp illuminates and a buzzer sounds.
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable
and not need towing, we recommend you to have
the system checked as soon as possible.
This lamp will also illuminate for a few seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position. If it does not go off after a few seconds,
we recommend you to have the vehicle checked.
NOTE● The engine electr onic control module
accommodating the onboard diagnostic sys-
tem has various fault data (especially about
the exhaust emission) stored.
This data will be erased if a battery cable is
disconnected which will make a rapid diag-
nosis difficult. Do not disconnect a battery
cable when the check engine warning lamp
is ON.
CAUTION!
● Prolonged driving with this lamp on
may cause further damage to the emis-
sion control system. It could also affect
fuel economy and drivability.
● If the lamp does not illuminate when
the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, we recommend you to
have the system checked.
●If the lamp illuminates while the
engine is running, avoid driving at
high speeds and we recommend you to
have the system checked.
During vehicle operation with the
lamp illuminated, the vehicle may not
accelerate when you depress the accel-
erator pedal.
CAUTION!

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3Multi-centre display
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When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” position, the digital
clock is displayed in the Multi-
centre display. When the igni-
tion switch is in the “ON” position, the momentary fuel con-
sumption and outside temperature are displayed alongside the
digital clock.
WARNING!
● When operating th e system for a prolonged period,
make sure the vehicle is parked in a well ventilated
area to avoid the accumulation of toxic fumes inside
and outside of the passenger compartment.
CAUTION!
● The driver should not opera te the display while the
vehicle is in motion.
● When operating the system, stop the vehicle in a safe
area.

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NOTE●The display unit (ex. km or mile) and brightness can be changed as desired. (Refer to “ Display brightness adjustment” on page
3-26 and “Display unit selection” on pa ge 3-28.) When the system cannot provide a definite value for momentary fuel con-
sumption/average fuel consumption/driving rang e/average speed, it is displayed as “---”.
● The figure on the display varies according to the conditions unde r which a vehicle is travelling (road conditions, the manner in
which the vehicle is being driven, etc.).
Observe the display for reference because the figure on the display may differ from the actual figure.
A- Outside temperature → P. 3-19
B- Driving information → P. 3-20
C- Digital clock → P. 3-16

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NOTE●The outside temperature can be displayed from -40 °C to
50 °C.
● The outside temperature displayed may differ from the
actual temperature on account of surrounding conditions,
driving conditions, etc.
● When the outside temperatur e is below -40 °C or over
50 °C, the display will remain -40 °C or 50 °C.Driving informationE00509000054
For vehicles with MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine
audio
The momentary fuel consumption, average fuel consumption,
driving range and average speed can be displayed.
When the ignition switch is turn ed “ON”, the display shows the
4 items sequentially and returns to the original display that is
shown before the ignition switch was last turned “OFF”.
NOTE● If the “DISP” button is pressed while the display is scroll-
ing through the sequence mentioned above, the display
stops scrolling and shows the item that was shown before
the ignition switch was last turned to the “OFF” position.
Except for vehicles with MITSUBISHI MOTORS
genuine audio
Only the momentary fuel consumption can be displayed. Refer
to “Momentary fuel consumption” on page 3-21.

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Change of driving information
(For vehicles with MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine
audio)
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Every time the “DISP” button is pressed lightly (less than 5
seconds), the display can be changed.
Momentary fuel consumption → Average fuel consumption →
Driving range → Average speed
Momentary fuel consumptionE00509200030
This value shows the momentary fuel consumption (in
L/100km, km/L or mpg). Calculation and indication of the
value begin when the vehicle speed rises above 6 km/h (4
mph).

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Average fuel consumptionE00509300057
This value shows the average fuel consumption (in L/100km,
km/L or mpg).
NOTE●When the ignition switch is turned on, the average fuel
consumption which was being displayed when the igni-
tion switch was previously turned off will be displayed
once again.
● Average fuel consumption va ries according to the condi-
tions under which a vehicle is travelling (road conditions,
the manner in which the vehicle is being driven, etc.).
Observe this display for reference because the fuel con-
sumption display may differ from the actual fuel con-
sumption. To reset the display
You can switch from the automa
tic reset mode to the manual
reset mode by performing the following operations:
1. Press and hold down button (A), then press the “SET” button (B) within 1 second, and a buzzer will sound and
the reset mode will be changed.

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●Automatic reset mode
When 4 hours have passed after the ignition switch is
turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” position, the display is
automatically reset. It then shows “---”.
● Manual reset mode
If you reset the display at the time when you want to start
the measurements, average fu el consumption from that
point of time can be displayed.
Push the “DISP” button for more than 5 seconds.
NOTE● While the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
automatic reset mode is perm anently selected. If you wish
to make continuous measur ements, select the manual
mode.
Driving rangeE00509400045
This value shows the distance (in km or miles) that can be
driven on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank.

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NOTE●If the driving range drops below 50 km (30 miles) while
the driving range is displaye d, the display shows “---”.
When this occurs, top up the fu el tank as soon as possible.
● The driving range varies depending on road conditions,
the manner of driving and other related factors. Conse-
quently, the display should be used only as a guide. It is
recommended that you add fuel as soon as the low fuel
warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates.
(Refer to “Low fuel warning lamp” on page 3-6.)
● Refueling will update the driving range indication.
● The driving range displayed is based on previous fuel con-
sumption data. Disconnecting the battery cable will result
in the deletion of existing fuel consumption data, which
will affect the unit’s calculations.
● The driving range figure can occasionally increase if the
vehicle is stopped on an inclin e. This is because the fuel
has moved in the tank because of the incline and is not
considered to be a fault.
Average speedE00509500059
This value shows the average speed (in km/h or mph) since the
display was reset. Refer to “To reset the display” on page 3-22.