2008 MITSUBISHI COLT Owner's Manual (in English)

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Air conditioning switchE00703500798
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will start
working. The air conditioning indicator lamp (A) will come on.
Push the switch agai n and the air conditioning compressor will
stop working and the indicator lamp goes off.
Operating the air conditioning systemE00704100078
Heating
Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position and set the air
selection switch (A) to the outside position.
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or anticlockwise to
the desired temperature. Sel ect the desired blower speed.
NOTE●For maximum heat, set the bl ower speed at the 3rd posi-
tion.
CAUTION!
● When using the air conditi oning, the idling speed
may increase slightly as the air conditioning com-
pressor is switched on/off automatically. While the
vehicle with an automated manual transmission is
stationary, fully depress th e brake pedal to prevent
the vehicle from creeping.

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Maximum heating (diesel-powered vehicles)E00724700012
Use it when the engine coolant temperature is low and you
wish to increase the heating performance.1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
2. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the highest position.
4. Set the blower speed selec tion dial to the 3rd position.
NOTE●As the engine speed increases, the electric heater in the
heater system will operate to further increase heating per-
formance.
CoolingE00722000011
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
3. Push the air conditioning switch (B).
4. Change your desired temperature by turning the control dial clockwise or anticlockwise.
5. Select the desired blower speed.

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NOTE●If the outside air is dusty or otherwise contaminated, or if
high cooling performance is desired, set air selection
switch to the recirculation position and the temperature
control dial all the way to the left.
Switch to the outside position periodically to increase
ventilation so that the windows do not become fogged up.
Combination of unheated air and heated airE00722100012
Select the mode selection dial to the position shown in the
illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside
position.
The air flow will be directed to the leg area and the upper part
of the passenger compartment. Select desired blower speed.
Warm air flows to the leg area and unheated or slightly warm
air (depending upon temperature setting) flows to the upper
part of the passenger compartment.

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Demisting the windscreen and door windowsE00722200039
To remove frost or mist from the windscreen and door win-
dows, use the mode selection dial. (Foot / Demister position or
Demister position)For ordinary demisting
Use this setting to keep the wi
ndscreen and door windows clear
of mist, and to keep leg area heating (when driving in rain or
snow).
1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
2. Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration.
3. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.
4. Select your desired temperat ure by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.
5. Push the air conditioning switch (B).
CAUTION!
● For reasons of safety, make sure that you have a
clear view through all the windows.

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For quick demisting

1. Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration.
2. Set your blower to the maximum speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
NOTE● While the mode selection dial is set to the position shown
in the illustration, the air conditioning will operate auto-
matically and the outside air pos ition will also be selected
automatically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator
will not change)
● To demist effectively, direct the air flow from the side
ventilators towards the door windows.
● Do not set the temperature control dial to the max. cool
position. Cool air will blow against the window glasses
and form mist on them.
Introduction of outside airE00722300014
To introduce air into the vehicle during hot weather, set the air
selection switch (A) to the outside position and set the temper-
ature control dial to the positions shown in the illustration. Be
sure to set the temperature control dial all the way to the left.
Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE●Turn the mode selection dial clockwise and air will flow
to the leg area and the windscreen.
30°

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5Important operation tips for the air
conditioning
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●Park the vehicle in the shade.
Parking in hot sun will make the inside of the vehicle
extremely hot, and it will requir e more to cool the interior.
If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the windows for
the first few minutes of the air conditioning operation to
expel the hot air.
● Close the windows while the air conditioning is in use.
The entry of outside air through open windows will
reduce the cooling efficiency.
● Too much cooling is not good for health. The inside air
temperature should only be 5 to 6 °C below the outside air
temperature.
● When operating the system, ma ke sure the air intake,
located in front of the windscreen, is free of obstructions
such as leaves and snow. Leav es collected in the air-intake
plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water
drains.
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations
If the air conditioning seems less effective than usual, the cause
might be a refrigerant leak. We recommend that you have the
system inspected.
The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged
with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the lubricant ND-OIL8.
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause severe dam-
age, resulting in the need to replace your vehicle’s entire air
conditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmos-
phere should be prevented.
It is recommended that the refr igerant be recovered and recy-
cled for further use.
During a long p eriod of disuse
The air conditioning should be operated for at least five min-
utes each week, even in cold w eather. This is to prevent poor
lubrication of the internal parts of the compressor and to main-
tain the air conditioning in the best operating condition.

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Air purifier
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An air filter has been incorporat
ed into this air conditioning so
that dirt and dust ar e cleaned from the air.
Replace the air filter periodically as its ability to clean the air
will be reduced as it collects pollen and dirt. For the mainte-
nance interval, refer to the “SERVICE BOOKLET”.
NOTE● Operation in certain conditions such as driving on a dusty
road and frequent use of th e air conditioning can lead to
reduction of service life of the filter. When the air flow
rate suddenly drops or when the windscreen or windows
start to fog up easily, the air filter requires replacement.
We recommend you to have it checked.

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5LW/MW/FM electronic tuni
ng radio with CD player
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The audio system can be used when the igni tion switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
A- Display window
B- Audio system