2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS engine

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Connect one end of one jumper cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the discharged battery (A), and the other end
to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (B).
5. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative
(–) terminal of the booster battery, and the other end to the
engine block of the vehicle with the discharged battery at
the point farthest from the battery.
NOTE●Open the cover before connecting the jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the battery.
(Refer to “Battery” on page 8-16.)
WARNING
!●Be sure to observe the connecting sequence of
→ → → .●Make sure that the connection is made to the
appointed position (shown in the illustration). If the
connection is made directly to the negative side of
the battery, the inflammable gases generated from
the battery might catch fire and explode.●When connecting the jumper cable, do not connect
the positive (+) cable to the negative (–) terminal.
Otherwise sparks might cause explosion of the bat-
tery.
CAUTION
!●Use care not to get the jumper cable caught in the
cooling fan or other rotating part in the engine com-
partment.●Use care not to pinch the wiring harness with the
clamps when connecting the jumper cables.●Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.●Check the jumper cables for damage and corrosion
before use.
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6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the booster bat-
tery, let the engine idle a few minutes, then start the
engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.
7. After the engine is started, disconnect the cables in the
reverse order.
NOTE●If the vehicle is put in motion without fully charging the
battery, it might cause the loss of smooth engine operation
and the anti-lock brake warning lamp to illuminate.
Refer to “Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” on page 4-36.
CAUTION
!●Keep the engine of the vehicle giving assistance run-
ning.
WARNING
!●Charging the battery while it is installed in the vehi-
cle might cause the battery to catch fire and explode.
Or damage to the vehicle could result. If it has to be
charged in that condition for unavoidable reasons,
disconnect the vehicle side negative (–) terminal con-
nected to the battery.●Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the
battery because the battery may produce an explo-
sion.●Use adequate ventilation when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space.●Remove all the caps before charging the battery.
●Electrolyte is corrosive diluted sulphuric acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid) comes into contact with
your hands, eyes, clothes and the painted surface of
your vehicle, it should be thoroughly flushed with
water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and thoroughly, and get
prompt medical attention.
CAUTION
!●Do not attempt to start the engine by pulling or
pushing the vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.●Always wear protective eye goggles when working
near the battery.●Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
WARNING
!
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If the water temperature gauge indication remains in the over-
heating zone for a long time, the engine may be overheating. If
this occurs, take the following corrective measures:
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from the engine compart-
ment.
[If steam does not come from the engine compartment]
With the engine still running, raise the bonnet to ventilate
the engine compartment.
[If steam is coming from the engine compartment]
Stop the engine, and when the steam stops, raise the bon-
net to ventilate the engine compartment. Restart the
engine.3. Confirm that the radiator fan is turning. If the fan is not
turning, stop the engine immediately and have it checked.
WARNING
!●Do not open the bonnet while steam is coming from
the engine compartment. It could cause steam or hot
water to spurt out, causing burns. Hot water could
spurt out even when there is no steam coming out,
and some parts will be very hot. Be very careful
when opening the bonnet.●Be careful of hot steam, which could be blowing off
the reserve tank cap.●Do not attempt to remove the radiator cap (petrol-
powered vehicles) or reserve tank cap (diesel-pow-
ered vehicles) while the engine is hot.
Petrol-powered vehicles
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4. After the engine coolant temperature has dropped to the
normal temperature, stop the engine.
A- Cooling fans
B- Radiator cap
C- Reserve tank
D- Reserve tank cap
* : Front of the vehicle
WARNING
!●Be careful not to get your hands or clothes caught in
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5. Check the coolant level in the reserve tank.
Petrol-powered vehicles
The reserve tank lid (A) is equipped with a dipstick.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean cloth. Rein-
sert the dipstick as far as it goes. Remove the dipstick and
read the coolant level, which should always be within the
range indicated.Diesel-powered vehicles
The coolant level in this tank should be kept between the
“LOW” and “FULL” marks.
WARNING
!●If there is none, make sure that the engine has
cooled down before removing the radiator cap (B),
because hot steam or boiling water otherwise will
gush from the filler port and may scald you.
FULL
LOW
WARNING
!●If there is none, make sure that the engine has
cooled down before removing the reserve tank cap
(A), because hot steam or boiling water otherwise
will gush from the filler port and may scald you.
FULL
LOW
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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 you to have it checked and
repaired.
Tools and jack
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StorageThe tools and jack are stored under the third seat.
The storage location of the tools and jack should be remem-
bered in case of an emergency.
CAUTION
!●Do not add coolant while the engine is hot. Suddenly
adding cold coolant could damage the engine. Wait
for the engine to cool down, then add coolant a little
at a time.
1- Jack
2- Tools
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9. Insert the bar (F) into the wheel nut wrench (G). Then put
the end of the bar into the shaft’s jack end, as shown in the
illustration.
Slowly rotate the wheel nut wrench until the tyre is raised
slightly off the ground surface.
WARNING
!●Stop jacking up the vehicle as soon as the tyre is
raised off the ground. It is dangerous to raise the
vehicle any higher.●Do not get under your vehicle while using the jack.●Do not bump the raised vehicle or leave it sitting on
the jack for a long time. Both are very dangerous.●Do not use a jack except the one that came with your
vehicle.●The jack should not be used for any purpose other
than to change a tyre.
●No one should be in your vehicle when using the
jack.●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is
on the jack.●Do not turn the raised wheel. The tyres still on the
ground could turn and make your vehicle fall off the
jack.
WARNING
!
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2. Press the bottom part (D) of the wheel cover onto the
wheel.
3. Gently press both sides (E) of the wheel cover and hold
them in place with your knees.
4. Gently tap around the circumference of the wheel cover at
the top (F), then press the wheel cover into place.NOTE●Before installing the wheel cover, make sure the tabs on
the back are correctly fitted on the rings. If the tabs are not
correctly fitted on the rings, the wheel cover may come
off. If the tabs are broken, do not install the wheel cover.
To w i n g
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If your vehicle needs to be towedIf towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by
your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point or a
commercial tow truck service.
In the following cases, transport the vehicle using a tow truck.
●The engine runs but the vehicle does not move or abnor-
mal noise is produced.
●Inspection of the vehicle’s underside reveals that oil or
some other fluid is leaking.
If a wheel gets stuck in a ditch, do not try to tow the vehicle.
Please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point or a commercial tow truck service for assistance.
Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point or commercial
tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in accordance
with the instructions given in “Emergency towing” in this part.
The regulations concerning towing may differ from country to
country. It is recommended that you obey the regulations of the
area where you are driving your vehicle.
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