2008 MITSUBISHI COLT oil dipstick

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Charge warning lampE00502700036
This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and the lamp goes
off after the engine has started.
In the event of a fault in the charging system, the
warning lamp comes on and a buzzer sounds.
Oil pressure warning lampE00502800053
This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position, and the lamp goes
off after the engine has started. If it illuminates
and a buzzer sounds while the engine is running,
the oil pressure is too low.
If the warning lamp illuminates while the engine
is running, turn the engine off and have it
inspected.
NOTE● The oil pressure warning lamp should not
be treated as an indi cation of the engine’s
oil level. The oil level must be checked
using the dipstick.
CAUTION!
● If the warning lamp illuminates and a
buzzer sounds while the engine is run-
ning, there is a problem in the charg-
ing system. In this case, immediately
park your vehicle in a safe place and
we recommend you to have it checked.
CAUTION!
●If this lamp illum inates when the
engine oil level is not low, have it
inspected.
● This warning lamp does not indicate
the amount of oil in the crankcase.
This must be determined by checking
the oil level on the dipstick, while the
engine is switched off.
● If you continue driving with low engine
oil level or with this warning lamp illu-
minated, engine seizure may occur.

For emergencies6-9
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Petrol-powered vehicles with turbocharger
The reserve tank lid is equipped with a dipstick.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Rein-
sert the dipstick as far as it will go. Remove the dipstick
and read the coolant level, which should always be within
the range “F” (FULL) or “L” (LOW). 6. Add coolant to the radiator
and/or reserve tank if neces-
sary (refer to the “Maintenance” section).
7. Examine the radiator hoses for coolant leakage and the drive belt for looseness or damage.
If there is anything wrong with the cooling system or
drive belt, we recommend that you have it checked and
repaired.
WARNING!
● If there is none, make sure that the engine has
cooled down before removi ng the radiator cap (B)
(petrol-powered vehicles) or reserve tank cap (C)
(diesel-powered vehicles), because hot steam or boil-
ing water otherwise will gush from the filler port
and may scald you.
FULL
LOW
CAUTION!
● Do not add coolant while the engine is hot. Suddenly
adding cold coolant coul d damage the engine. Wait
for the engine to cool down, then add coolant a little
at a time.

Maintenance8-7
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Engine oil
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To check and refill engine oil
The engine oil used has a significant effect on the engine’s per-
formance, service life and startability. Be sure to use oil of the
recommended quality and
appropriate viscosity.
All engines consume a certain amount of oil during normal
operation, and engine oil consumption is greatly influenced by
payload, engine speed, etc. Ther efore, it is important to check
the oil level at regular intervals or before starting a long trip.
This check must be made with the engine warm but not run-
ning. Park the vehicle on a level surface, stop the engine, and
then wait a few moments to allow the engine oil in circulation
to return to the oil pan to ensure accurate measurement.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Reinsert
the dipstick as far as it goes. Remove the dipstick and read the
oil level, which should always be within the range indicated.
If the oil level is below the specified limit, remove the cap
located on the cylinder head cover and add enough oil to raise
the level to within the specified range.
Be sure to use the specified e ngine oil and do not mix various
types of oil. Also, avoid mixing different makes of oil together
if possible.
After adding oil, cl ose the cap securely.
Use only the recommended oils with an MB classification as
specified in this manual.
Petrol-powered vehicles
1100 models
1300/1500 models