2008 MITSUBISHI COLT key

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Tripmeter
The tripmeter indicates the dist ance travelled during a particu-
lar trip or period.
There are two tripmeter displays: TRIP and .
TRIP can be used to measur e the distance travelled since
the current trip began. At the same time, TRIP can be used
to measure the distance from an intermediate location.
Every time the reset button (C) is pressed lightly (less than 1
second), tripmeter indications (TRIP and ) are changed. To reset the tripmeter
To return the display to “0”, press the reset button (C) for more
than 1 second. Only the currently displayed value will be reset.
If TRIP is displayed, for example, only TRIP will be
reset.
NOTE
●
Display TRIP and each have a maximum distance
of 9999.9 km or mile.
● Even when the engine has been stopped, the odometer/trip
odometer indication is given for about 30 seconds if any
of the following steps is taken.
• The ignition key is turned to the “OFF” position.
• Any door is opened.
• The odometer/trip odometer reset button is pressed.
● When disconnecting the batter y terminal for a long time,
the memory of tripmeter display TRIP and are
cleared, and the display returns to “0”.
TRIP
TRIP

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Lamp monitor buzzerE00506100067
If the driver’s door is opened when the ignition key is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the ignition
switch while the lamps are on, a buzzer will sound to remind
the driver to turn off the lamps. Turn off the lamp switch to
stop the buzzer.
Dipper (High/Low beam change)E00506200127
When the lamp switch is in the “ ” position, thebeam changes from high to low (or low to high)
each time the lever is pul led to (1). While the
high beam is on, the high beam indicator lamp
in the instrument cluster will also illuminate.

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Hazard warning flasher switch
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Use the hazard warning flasher switch when the vehicle has to
be parked on the road for any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be operated, regard-
less of the position of the ignition key.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers; push
the switch again to turn them off.
When this switch is operated, all turn-signal lamps flash con-
tinuously, as do the turn-signal indicator lamps in the instru-
ment cluster.
Front fog lamp switch*
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The front fog lamps illuminate only when the headlamps or tail
lamps turn on. Push the switch to turn on the front fog lamps,
and push the switch again to turn them off.
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate
while the front fog lamps are on.
NOTE●
The front fog lamps are automa tically turned off when the
headlamps and tail lamps turn off. To turn on the front fog
lamps again, push the switch again when the headlamps or
tail lamps turn on.
● In case of vehicles with Daytime Running Lamp, the front
fog lamp can be operated even if the lamp switch is set to
the “ ” (OFF) position, becau se the low beam of the
headlamps, tail lamps, etc. illuminate when the ignition
key is at the “ON” position.
CAUTION!
● If the lamps are kept flashing for a long time, the
battery will be discharged, resulting in difficulty or
inability to start the engine.

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3Rear fog lamp switch
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The rear fog lamps illuminate
only when the headlamps or
front fog lamps (if so equipped) turn on.
Push the switch to turn on the rear fog lamp, and push the
switch again to turn it off.
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate
while the rear fog lamp is on.
NOTE● The rear fog lamp is automa tically turned off when the
headlamps and front fog lamps (if so equipped) turned off.
To turn on the rear fog lamp again, push the switch again
when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so equipped)
turn on.
● In case of vehicles with Daytime Running Lamp, the rear
fog lamp can be operated even if the lamp switch is set to
the “ ” (OFF) position, becau se the low beam of the
headlamps, tail lamps, etc. illuminate when the ignition
key is at the “ON” position.
Type 1
Type 2

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Floor matsCarrying children in the vehicle
●Never leave your vehicle un attended with the key and
children inside the vehicle. Children may play with the
driving controls and this could lead to an accident.
● Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with applicable laws and regula-
tions, and for maximum protecti on in the event of an acci-
dent.
● Prevent children fr om playing in the luggage compart-
ment. It is highly dangerous to allow children to play there
while the vehicle is moving.
Loading luggage
When loading luggage, be careful not to load above the height
of the seats. This is dange rous not only because rearward
vision will be obstru cted, but also because the luggage may be
projected into the passenger compartment under hard braking.
WARNING!
● Keep floor mats clear of th e pedals by correctly lay-
ing floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle.
To prevent the floor mats from slipping out of posi-
tion, securely retain th em using the hook, etc.
Note that laying a floor mat over a pedal or laying
one floor mat on top of an other can obstruct pedal
operation and lead to a serious accident.

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4Parking
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Parking on a hill
To prevent the vehicle from rolling into the street, follow these
procedures:
Parking on a downhill
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb and move the vehicle
forward until the kerb side wheel gently touches the kerb.
Set the parking brake and place the gearshift lever into the “R”
(Reverse) position (with manual transmission) or the allshift
lever into the “R” (Reverse) position (with automated manual
transmission).
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Parking on an uphill
Turn the front wheels away from the kerb and move the vehicle
back until the kerb side wheel gently touches the kerb.
Set the parking brake and place th e gearshift lever into the 1st
position (with manual transmission) or the allshift lever into
the “S” (Stand by) position (with automated manual transmis-
sion).
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
NOTE● If your vehicle has an automated manual transmission,
place the allshift lever in the “S” (Stand by) position or
“R” (Reverse) position before stopping the engine.
If you move the allshift lever after stopping the engine, a
gearshift will not take place.
Parking with the engine running
Never leave the engine running while you take a short
sleep/rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or
poorly ventilated place. Leaving the engine running risks
injury or death from accidental ly moving the gearshift lever
(manual transmission) or the allshift lever (automated manual
transmission) or the accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the
passenger compartment.
Where you park
Your front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over kerbs
or parking stop blocks. Be careful when travelling up or down
steep slopes where your bumper can scrape the road.
When leaving the vehicle
Always remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all
doors and the tailgate when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
WARNING!
● Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible
materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in
contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.

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4Ignition switch
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LOCK
The engine is stopped and the
steering wheel locked. The key
can only be inserted and removed when the switch is in this
position.
ACC
The engine is stopped, but th e radio, accessory socket and
other electrical devices can be operated.
ON
The engine is running, and all the vehicle’s electrical devices
can be operated.
START
The starter motor operates. After the engine has started, release
the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.
NOTE● For vehicles equipped with the Daytime Running Lamp,
when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the
headlamp low beams etc. are turned on.
Refer to “Headlamps” on page 3-31.
● Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer,
to start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the
immobilizer computer. (Refer to page 1-3.)
To remove the key
When removing the key, turn the key to the “LOCK” position
and remove it.

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Steering wheel lock
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To l o c k
Remove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To unlock
Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
CAUTION!
●
Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch while driving. The steering wheel will locked,
causing loss of control.
●If the engine is stopped while driving, the brake ser-
vomechanism will cease to function and braking
efficiency will deteriorat e. Also, the power steering
system will not function and it will require greater
manual effort to operate the steering.
● Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the engine is no t running, as doing so will
cause the battery to be discharged.
●Do not turn the key to the “START” position when
the engine is running, as doing so could damage the
starter motor.
CAUTION!
●Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.