2008 MITSUBISHI COLT transmission

6-40 For emergencies
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4. Secure the tow rope to the front towing hook.
NOTE●To avoid deforming or otherwise damaging the vehicle
body when hooking the rope onto the towing hook,
observe the following instructions:
• Mount the towing hook securely.
• Do not attach the rope to any part of the vehicle other
than the towing hook.
• Do not drive in a way that subjects the towing hook to significant physical shock. 5. Keep the engine running.
If the engine is not running, turn the ignition key to the
“ACC” or “ON” position to unlock the steering wheel.
6. Place the gearshift lever (m anual transmission) or the
allshift lever (automated manual transmission) in the “N”
(Neutral) position.
With a vehicle that has an automated manual transmis-
sion, confirm that the transmi ssion is in the “N” (Neutral)
position by checking that “N ” is shown by the allshift
indicator display and by pushing the vehicle.
If, with a vehicle that has an automated manual transmis-
sion, the engine will not start and the transmission is not
in the “N” (Neutral) position, press the brake pedal, turn
the ignition switch to the “ON” position, and move the
allshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
7. Turn on the hazard warning lamps if required by law. (Follow the local driving laws and regulations.)
CAUTION!
● Do not tow the vehicle with the rope at an excessive
diagonal angle.
5-door models
CAUTION!
● When the engine is not running, the brake booster
and power steering do no t operate. This means
higher brake depression force and higher steering
effort are required. Therefore, vehicle operation is
more difficult than usual.
● Do not leave the key in the “LOCK” position or do
not remove the ignition key from the ignition switch
while driving. The steering wheel will lock, causing
loss of control.

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Operation under adve
rse driving conditions
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or
snow
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often
be moved by a rocking motion. Fo r vehicles with manual trans-
mission, move the gearshift leve r alternately between 1st and
Reverse, while applying slight pressure to the accelerator
pedal.
With an automated manual transmission vehicle, place the
allshift lever in the “A” (automatic mode) position to select
automatic mode or select 1st or 2nd gear in the manual mode or
place the allshift lever in th e “R” (Reverse) position for
reverse. Confirm that there is an “A”, “1”, “2” or “R” in the
allshift indicator display, then gently press the accelerator
pedal. Do not press the acceler ator pedal while moving the
allshift lever.
Avoid racing the engine or spinning the wheels. Prolonged
efforts to free a stuck vehicl e may result in overheating and
transmission failure. Allow the engine to idle for a few minutes
to let the transmission cool between rocking attempts.
If the vehicle remains stuck afte r several rocking attempts, seek
other assistance.
WARNING!
● When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck
position, be sure that the area around the vehicle is
clear of people and physic al objects. The rocking
motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly launch
forward or backward, causing injury or damage to
nearby people or objects.

Maintenance8-17
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During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is re duced at low temperatures. This
is an inevitable result of its ch emical and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that is not fully
charged anyway, will only delive r a fraction of the starter cur-
rent that is normally available.
We recommend that you have th e battery checked before the
start of cold weather and, if necessary, have it charged or
replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a battery that is
kept fully charged also has a longer life.
Disconnection and connection
To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, first discon-
nect the negative (-) terminal and then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first connect the positive (+) ter-
minal and then the negative (-) terminal.
NOTE● Open the terminal cover (A) before disconnecting or con-
necting the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
● Loosen the nut (B), and then disconnect the battery cable
from the positive (+) terminal.
CAUTION!
● Do not disconnect the batt ery terminals for at least
one minute after the igni tion switch is turned
“OFF”. If the battery terminals are disconnected
immediately after the igni tion switch is turned
“OFF”, the automated manu al transmission may be
damaged.
Petrol-powered vehicles
Diesel-powered vehicles

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No. Symbol Electrical systemCapacity
1 Ignition switch 40 A
2 Electric window system 40 A
3 Radiator fan 40 A
4 Automated manual transmission 40 A
5 Demister 30 A
6 Heated seat 30 A
7 Diesel 30 A
8 Heater 40 A
9 Radio 10 A
10 Room lamp 10 A
11 Heated door mirror 7.5 A
12 Electronic control module 7.5 A
13 Windscreen wiper20 A
14 Tail lamp (right) 7.5 A
15 Tail lamp (left) 7.5 A
16 Engine 20 A
17 Fuel pump 15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19 Headlamp high beam (left) 10 A 20 Headlamp high beam (right) 10 A
21 Diesel 7.5 A
22 Diesel 15 A
23 Outside rear-view mirrors 7.5 A
24 Rear fog lamp 7.5 A
25 Accessory socket 15 A
26 Rear window wiper 15 A
27 Sunroof 20 A
28 Accessory socket 15 A
29 — ——
30 — ——
31 Hazard warning flasher 10 A
32 — ——
33 Door locks 15 A
34 Front fog lamps 15 A
35 Headlamp low beam (left) 10 A
36 Headlamp low beam (right) 10 A
37 Reversing lamp 7.5 A
38 Engine control 7.5 A
No. Symbol Electrical systemCapacity

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Specifications
Vehicle labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 2
Vehicle dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 6
Vehicle performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 8
Vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 9
Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 12
Transmission specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 13
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 14
Tyres and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 15
Other specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 16
Fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 17
Notes regarding diesel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 20
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9- 21

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The plate shows model code, engine model, transmission
model and body colour code, etc.
Please use this number when ordering replacement parts.Vehicle identification number plate
(RHD vehicles only)
This is stamped on the number plate riveted to the left front
corner of the instrument panel pad. It is visible from outside the
vehicle through the windscreen.
1- Model code
2- Engine model code,
Exterior code
3- Transmission model code
4- Approval number
5- Chassis number
6- Maximum gross vehicle weight
7- Body colour code, Interior code,
Option code
8- Gross combination weight
9- Maximum axle weight (Front)
10- Maximum axle weight (Rear)

9-8 Specifications
9Vehicle performance
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Item
Petrol-powered vehicles
Diesel-powered vehicles
1100
models1300
models
1500 models
Except for
vehicles with turbochargerVehicles with turbocharger1.5 L DI-D
50 kW
(68 PS)1.5 L DI-D
70 kW (95 PS)
Manual
transmissionAutomated manual
transmission
Maximum speed 165 km/h
(103 mph) 180 km/h
(112 mph) 190 km/h
(118 mph) 210 km/h
(130 mph) 160 km/h
(100 mph) 179 km/h
(112 mph) 180 km/h
(112 mph)
Minimum turning
radiusBody 5.4 m
Wheel 5.1 m

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Vehicle weight
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Petrol-powered vehicles (3-door models)
*: In case of trailer towing
NOTE●
Trailer specifications indicate th e manufacturer’s recommendation.
Item1100 models
1300 models1500 models
Manual
transmissionAutomated manual
transmissionExcept for
vehicles with
turbochargerVehicles with turbocharger
Kerb
weight
Without optional
parts 930 kg
940 kg945 kg 960 kg1,070 kg
With full
optional parts 1,010 kg 1,020 kg 1,025 kg 1,027 kg
1,096 kg
Maximum gross vehicle
weight1,420 kg, 1,480 kg* 1,435 kg, 1,495 kg* 1,440 kg, 1,500 kg* 1,520 kg, 1,580 kg*
Maximum
axle
weightFront
735 kg 745 kg750 kg820 kg
Rear 720 kg, 785 kg*
Maximum
towable
weightWith brake 750 kg
Without brake500 kg
Maximum trailer-nose weight 50 kg
Maximum roof load50 kg
Seating capacity5 persons