2008 MITSUBISHI COLT wiper fluid

3-40 Instruments and controls
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Rain sensor*E00517000011
The rain sensor can be used while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position. With the lever in the “ ” position, the rain
sensor (A) detects the extent of rain and automatically activates
the wipers accordingly. Snow, other fluids, and dust on the
windscreen are sensed in the same way as rain.
Depending on the extent of precipitation (including snow, other
fluids, and dust), the wipers will operate once or continuously
(at low or high speed).
To active the rain sensorE00517100012
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
2. Place the lever in the “ ” position.
3. The wipers will operate once to indicate that the rain sen-
sor is working. (To protect the rubber parts of the wipers,
this operation of the wipers does not take place when the
vehicle is stationary and th e ambient temperature is 5 °C
or lower.)
CAUTION!
● Before washing the windscreen or driving into an
automatic car wash, pla ce the lever in the “ ”
(OFF) position to deactivate the rain sensor. Other-
wise, the wipers will operate in the presence of water
spray on the windscreen and may get damaged as a
result.
● With the ignition switch in the “ON” position and
the lever in the “ ” positi on, the wipers may auto-
matically operate in the si tuations described below.
Be careful not to let your hands get trapped. Other-
wise you could suffer injuri es and the wipers could
malfunction.
• The windscreen is touched on top of the rain sen-
sor.
• The windscreen is wiped with a cloth on top of the rain sensor.
• A physical shock is applied to the windscreen.
• A physical shock is applied to the rain sensor.

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Windscreen washerE00507200342
The windscreen washer can be operated with the ignition
switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windscreen by pull-
ing the lever towards you. Th e wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.
NOTE● It is possible to disable the function that causes the wipers
to operate when washer fluid is sprayed. For details, we
recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
CAUTION!
● If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer
fluid sprayed against the glass may freeze resulting
in poor visibility. Heat the glass with the defroster or
demister before using the washer.

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Rear window wiper and washerE00507300532
The rear window wiper and washer switch can be operated
with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Turn the knob, and the rear window wiper and washer will
operate.
NOTE● It is possible to change the behaviour of functions as
detailed below. For details, we recommend you to consult
a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• It is possible to disable the function that causes the wip-
ers to operate every time washer fluid is sprayed.
• It is possible to change the operating interval for inter-
mittent operation of the rear wiper.
- The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then
operates intermittently at intervals of about every 8 sec-
onds.
- Off
- The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the rear window
when the knob is turned fully in either direction.
The wipers operate automatically several times while the
washer fluid is being sprayed.

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Precautions to observe when using wipers and
washers
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●If the moving wipers become blocked by ice or other
deposits on the glass, the motor may burn out even if the
wiper switch is turned to OFF. If obstruction occurs, park
your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the ignition, and
clean the deposits from the glass so that the wipers operate
smoothly.
● Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry. They may
scratch the glass surface or the blades may prematurely
wear out.
● Before using the wipers in co ld weather, check that the
wiper blades are not frozen on to the glass. The motor may
burn out if the wipers are used with the blades frozen onto
the glass.
● Avoid using the washer continuously for more than 20
seconds. Do not operate the washer when the fluid reser-
voir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
● Periodically check the level of washer fluid in the reser-
voir and refill if required.
During cold weather, add a recommended washer solution
that will not freeze in the wash er reservoir. Failure to do
so could result in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components.
Rear window demister switch
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The rear window demister switch can be operated with the
ignition switch in the “ON” position.
Push the switch to turn on the rear window demister. It will be
turned off automatically in about 20 minutes. To turn off the
demister within about 20 minutes, push the switch again.
The indicator lamp (A) will illuminate while the demister is on.
NOTE● If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, these
operate in conjunction with the demister. Refer to “Heated
mirror” on page 4-13.

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Maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 3
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 4
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 11
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 14
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 14
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 15
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 19
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 24
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 25
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 28
For cold and snow weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 29
Fuse links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 30
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 30
Replacement of lamp bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 40

Alphabetical index7
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle performance 9-8
Vehicle weight 9-9
Ventilators 5-2
W
Warning lamps 3-9
WasherFluid 8-14, 9-21
Switch 3-43, 3-44
Washing 7-4
Waxing 7-6
Weatherstripping 8-29
Weight 9-9
Wheel Covers 6-34
Specification 9-15
Wiper Rear window 3-44
Windscreen 3-39
Wiper blades 8-25