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NOTE●Long use of the electric appliance without running the
engine may run the battery down.
Interior lamps
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Vehicles without ke yless entry system
The interior lamps go on when a door or tailgate is opened.
When all doors and tailgate are closed, the interior lamps are
illuminated and dimmed gradually for 7 seconds then go out.
However, the interior lamps go out immediately without being
dimmed if the ignition switch is turned “ON”.
Vehicles with keyless entry system
The interior lamps go on when a door or tailgate is opened.
When all doors and tailgate are closed, the interior lamps are
illuminated and dimmed gradually for 15 seconds then go out.
However, the interior lamps go out immediately without being
dimmed in the following cases: ● The ignition switch is turned “ON”.
● All doors and tailgate are lo cked using the key mechanism
of the driver’s door, the lock knob of the driver’s door, or
the remote control switch of the keyless entry system.
NOTE●The dimming period is adjustable.
For further information, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Auth orized Service Point.
● On vehicles with the Dead Lock System, if the ignition
key is removed with the doors closed, the interior lamps
are dimmed gradually for 15 seconds then go out.
● If you leave the lamps on without running the engine, you
will run down the battery. Before you leave the vehicle,
make sure that all the lamps are off.
● When the accessory socket is not in use, be sure to
close the cap, because the socket might become
clogged by foreign material and be short-circuited.
CAUTION!

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• The tyre is punctured in the side wall (A), not in thetread (B).
• The vehicle has been driven with the tyre almost com-
pletely flat.
• The tyre has completely sl ipped over the wheel rim and
come off the wheel.
• The wheel is damaged.
● Only use the tyre sealant at ambient temperatures of -
20 °C to + 60 °C.
● Effect an emergency repair without pulling out the object
(nail, screw, etc.) that is stuck in the tyre.
● Do not use the tyre sealant if the tyre has been damaged
by being driven when insufficiently inflated (e.g. bumps,
cuts, cracks, etc. on the tyre).
● Wipe tyre sealant off paintwork immediately with a damp
cloth. ●
Immediately wash out any clot hes contaminated with the
tyre sealant.
Before repairing a tyre, first stop your vehicle in a safe, flat
location. 1. Park the vehicle on level and stable ground.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. On vehicles with manual transmission, turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position, move the gearshift lever to
the “R” (Reverse) position.
On vehicles with automated manual transmission, move
the allshift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position, turn the
ignition key to the “LOCK” position.
With an automated manual transmission vehicle, confirm
that there is an “R” in th e allshift indicator display.
4. Turn on the hazard flashers and set up a warning triangle, flashing signal lamp, etc., at an adequate distance from the
vehicle, and have all your passengers leave the vehicle.

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Jacking up the vehicle
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1. Park the vehicle on level and stable ground.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. On vehicles with manual transmission, turn the ignition
key to the “LOCK” position, move the gearshift lever to
the “R” (Reverse) position.
On vehicles with automated manual transmission, move
the allshift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position, turn the
ignition key to the “LOCK” position.
With an automated manual tr ansmission vehicle, confirm
that there is an “A” or “1” in the allshift indicator display.
4. Turn on the hazard flashers and set up a warning triangle,
flashing signal lamp, etc., at an adequate distance from the
vehicle, and have all your passengers leave the vehicle. 5. To prevent the vehicle from roll
ing when it is raised on the
jack, place a chock or block (A) at the tyre that is diago-
nally opposite from the tyre (B) you are changing.
NOTE● The chock shown in the illustration does not come with
your vehicle. It is recommended that you keep one in the
vehicle for use if needed.
● If a chock is not available, use a stone or any other object
that is large enough to hold the wheel in position.
WARNING!
●Be sure to apply a chock to the correct tyre when
jacking up the vehi cle. If the vehicle moves while
jacked up, the jack could slip out of position and
cause an accident.

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2. Remove the clamp (B) which secures the spare wheel byturning it anticlockwise. Take out the spare wheel.
To install
To install the spare wheel, ti ghten the clamp by turning it
clockwise until the sp are wheel cannot move.
How to change a tyre
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Before changing a tyre, first stop your vehicle in a safe, flat
location.
1. Park the vehicle on level and stable ground.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. On vehicles with manual transmission, turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position, move the gearshift lever to
the “R” (Reverse) position.
On vehicles with automated manual transmission, move
the allshift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position, turn the
ignition key to the “LOCK” position.
With an automated manual tran smission vehicle, confirm
that there is an “R” in th e allshift indicator display.
4. Turn on the hazard flashers an d set up a warning triangle,
flashing signal lamp, etc., at an adequate distance from the
vehicle, and have all your passengers leave the vehicle.

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Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)
Place the gearshift lever (manual transmission) or the allshift
lever (automated manual transm ission) in the “N” (Neutral)
position. With a vehicle that has an automated manual trans-
mission, confirm that the transm ission is in the “N” (Neutral)
position by checking that “N” is shown by the allshift indicator
display and by pushing the vehicle.
Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” position and secure the
steering wheel in a straight ah ead position with a rope or tie-
down strap. Never place the igni tion key in the “LOCK” posi-
tion when towing.
If, with a vehicle that has an automated manual transmission,
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.
Towing with front wheels off the ground (Type C)
Release the parking brake.
Place the gearshift lever (manual transmission) or the allshift
lever (automated manual transm ission) in the “N” (Neutral)
position. With a vehicle that has an automated manual trans-
mission, confirm that the transmi ssion is in the “N” (Neutral)
position by checking th at “N” is shown by the allshift indicator
display and by pushing the vehicle.
If, with a vehicle that has an automated manual transmission,
the engine will not start and th e 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.
CAUTION!
● This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will da mage the bumper and front
end.
● If the transmission is malfunctioning or damaged,
transport the vehicle with the driving wheels on a
carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.
●If your vehicle has an automated manual transmis-
sion, place the a llshift lever in the “N” (Neutral)
position before stopping the engine.
CAUTION!
● [For vehicles with the traction control system
(TCL)/active stability control system (ASC)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position and only th e front wheels or only the
rear wheels raised off the ground, the traction con-
trol system (TCL) may operate, resulting in an acci-
dent.
Refer to “Traction control system (TCL)/Active sta-
bility control system (ASC)” on page 4-42.

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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.

8-2 Maintenance
8Service precautions
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Adequate care of your vehicle at
regular intervals serves to pre-
serve the value and appear ance as long as possible.
Maintenance items as described in this owner’s manual can be
performed by the owner.
We recommend you to have the periodic inspection and main-
tenance performed by a MITS UBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point or another specialist. In the event a malfunction
or other problem is discovered, we recommend you to have it
checked and repaired. This section contains information on
inspection maintenance procedures that you can do yourself.
Follow the instructions and cautions for each of the various
procedures.
WARNING!
● When checking or servicing the inside of the engine
compartment, make sure th e engine is switched off
and has had a chan ce to cool down.
●If it is necessary to do work in the engine compart-
ment with the engine runni ng, be especially careful
that your clothing, hair, et c., does not become caught
by the fan, drive belts, or other moving parts.
● The fan may turn on automatically even if the
engine is not running; turn the ignition key to
“LOCK” position and remove the key to ensure
safety while you work in the engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames
around fuel or battery. The fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious wh en working around the
battery. It contains poison ous and corrosive sulphu-
ric acid.
● Do not get under your vehicle with just the body
jack supporting it. Always use automotive jack
stands.
●Improper handling of comp onents and materials
used in the vehicle can endanger your personal
safety. We recommend you to consult a specialist for
necessary information.
WARNING!

Alphabetical index
4
K
Keyless entry system 1-5
Keys 1-2
L
Labeling 9-2
Lamp monitor buzzer 3-33
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas) 8-28
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity 8-41
Replacement 8-67
Low fuel warning lamp 3-6
Lubricants 9-21
Luggage compartment lamp 5-63 Bulb capacity 8-43
Replacement 8-69
Luggage floor boxes 5-67
Luggage hooks 5-72
Luggage net 5-73
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player 5-24
M
Manual transmission 4-22
Oil 9-21
Map lamps 5-62
Mirror Inside rear-view mirror 4-10
Outside rear-view mirrors 4-10 Modification/alterations to th
e electrical or fuel systems 6
Multi-centre display 3-14
N
Notes regarding diesel fuel 9-20
O
Odometer 3-4
Oil Automated manual transmission oil 9-21
Engine oil 8-7
Manual transmission oil 9-21
Oil pressure warning lamp 3-12
Operation under adverse driving conditions 6-44
Other specifications 9-16
Outside rear-view mirrors 4-10 Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors 4-12
Manual remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors 4-11
Overheating 6-6
P
Parking 4-8 Parking brake 4-6
Parking brake lever stroke 8-24
Position lamps Bulb capacity 8-41
Replacement 8-48
Power brakes 4-35
Power steering