2008 MITSUBISHI COLT wheel

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Traction control system (TCL)E00611800021
On slippery surfaces, the traction control system (TCL) pre-
vents the drive wheels from exces sive spinning, thus helping
the vehicle to start m oving from a stop. It also provides suffi-
cient driving force and steerin g performance as the vehicle
turns at accelerated speeds.
NOTE● When moving out of mud or fresh snow, pressing the
accelerator pedal may not cause the engine speed to
increase.
Active stability control system (ASC)E00612000020
The active stability control syst em (ASC) is designed to help
maintain the vehicle’s control in slippery conditions, or during
rapid steering manoeuvres. It works by controlling the engine
output and the brake on each wheel.
NOTE● The active stability control system (ASC) functions at
speeds of approximately 10 km/h or higher.CAUTION!
● When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be
sure to install snow tyre s and drive the vehicle at
moderate speeds.

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Traction control system (TCL)/Active stability
control system (ASC) indicator lamp
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The traction control system (TCL ) and active stability control
system (ASC) share the same indicator lamp.
The indicator lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and should go off after a few
seconds. Always make sure that the lamp goes off before
begining to drive.
If the indicator lamp stays on or does not illuminate when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, we recommend
that you consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
indicator lamp blinks when the traction control system
(TCL) or active stability contro l system (ASC) is operating.
CAUTION!
●When the indicator lamp blinks, the traction con-
trol system (TCL) or acti ve stability control system
(ASC) is operating, which means that the road is
slippery or that your vehicle’s wheels are slipping
excessively. If this happens, drive more slowly with
less accelerator input.
● If a malfunction occurs in the device, the indica-
tor lamp will illuminate continuously. Park your
vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Then
start the engine again and check whether the
indicator lamp goes out.
If the indicator lamp re mains on even after your
vehicle is driven a short distance after starting the
engine, we recommend that you consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

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Cargo loads
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Cargo load precautions
CAUTION!
●
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position and only the front wheels or only the
rear wheels are raised off the ground, the traction
control system (TCL) may operate, resulting in an
accident. When towing th e vehicle with the front
wheels raised, keep the ig nition switch in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position. When towing the vehi-
cle with the rear wheels raised, keep the ignition
switch in the “ACC” position.
Refer to “Towing” on page 6-36.
CAUTION!
● Do not load cargo or luggage higher than the top of
the seat-back. Be sure that your cargo or luggage
cannot move once your vehicle is moving.
Having either the rear view blocked, or your cargo
being thrown inside the cabin if you suddenly have
to brake can cause a serious accident or injury.
●Load heavy cargo or luggage in the front of the vehi-
cle. If the load in the back of the vehicle is too heavy,
steering may become unstable.

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For pleasant driving
Ventilators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 2
Heater* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 7
Automatic air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 13
Important operation tips for the air conditioning . .5- 22
Air purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 23
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 24
Steering wheel remote control switch* . . . . . . . . .5- 52
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 54
Handling compact discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 56
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 59
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 59
Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 60
Accessory socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 60
Interior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 61
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 64
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 69
Rear shelf panel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 70
Coat hooks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 72
Luggage hooks (5-door models)* . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 72
Luggage net (5-door models)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 73

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5Steering wheel remote control switch
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The remote control switches ar
e located on the rear surface of
the steering wheel. Reach be hind the wheel to access the
switches.
These switches can be used when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
NOTE● Do not push two or more of the steering wheel remote
control switches at the same time.
1- Seek up/Track up button
2- Volume up button
3- Preset change/Folder up button
4- PWR (ON)/Mode change button
5- Seek down/Track down button
6- Volume down button

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For emergencies
If the vehicle breaks down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 2
Emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 2
Engine overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 6
Tools, jack and tyre repair kit* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 10
Jacking up the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 23
Spare wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 25
How to change a tyre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 28
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 36
Operation under adverse driving conditions . . . . .6- 44

6-2 For emergencies
6If the vehicle breaks down
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If the vehicle breaks down on th
e road, move it to the shoulder
and use the hazard warning flashers.
If the engine stops/fails
Vehicle operation and control are affected if the engine stops.
Before moving the vehicle to a safe area be aware of the fol-
lowing: ● The brake booster becomes inoperative and the pedal
effort will increase. Press down the brake pedal harder
than usual.
● Turn the wheel with more effort than usual.
Emergency starting
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If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or
dead, the battery from another vehicle can be used with jump
leads to start the engine.
1. Get the vehicles close enoug h so that the jump leads can
reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
If they are, it could cause an unwanted ground connection.
The vehicle will not start in this case, and the bad ground-
ing could damage the electrical systems.
WARNING!
● To start the engine using jump leads connected to
another vehicle, perfor m the correct procedures
according to the instruct ion manual. Incorrect pro-
cedures could result in a fire or explosion or damage
to the vehicles.
CAUTION!
● Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt bat-
tery.
If the other system isn’t 12-volt, shorting can dam-
age both vehicles.

6-10 For emergencies
6Tools, jack and tyre repair kit
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Storage
The storage location of the tools, jack and tyre repair kit should
be remembered in case of an emergency.
Vehicle with compact spare wheel


Except for vehicle with compact spare wheel

NOTE● The tools, jack and tyre repair kit are stored beneath the
luggage floor board of the luggage compartment.
1- Jack
2- Wheel nut wrench
3- Towing hook
4- Tyre repair kit
5- Tyre compressor