2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS Owner's Manual (in English)

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Mirror retractor switchWhen entering a restricted space, outside mirrors can be folded
away by pressing a switch inside the vehicle.
Push the switch to fold the mirrors to the rear.
To bring mirrors back into the original position, push the
switch again.
The mirrors can be extended and retracted for 30 seconds after
the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position.
Either the mirror switch in the cabin or the remote controller of
the keyless entry system (if so equipped) can be used.
For information on the keyless entry system, refer to page 1-5.
NOTE●It is also possible to fold and return the mirrors by hand.
●When freezing has occurred and mirrors fail to operate as
intended, please refrain from repeated pushing of the
retractor switch as this action can result in burn-out of the
mirror motor circuits.Automatic extension of mirrorsIf the engine is stopped and started with the mirrors retracted,
the mirrors automatically extend for safety when the vehicle
speed reaches 30 km/h (19 mph).NOTE●If the mirrors are retracted manually or using the mirror
switch after the engine is started, they do not extend auto-
matically. Use the mirror switch to extend the mirrors, or
turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position to acti-
vate the automatic extension function.
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Heated mirrors
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When the rear window demister switch is pressed, the outside
rear-view mirrors are demisted or defrosted. Current will flow
through the heater element inside the mirrors, thus clearing
away frost or condensation.
The indicator lamp (C) will illuminate while the demister is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 min-
utes.
Ignition switch
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LOCKThe engine is stopped and the steering wheel locked. The key
can be inserted and removed only when the switch is in this
position.ACCThe engine is stopped, but the electrical devices such as the
radio and cigarette lighter can be operated.ONThe engine is running, and all the vehicle’s electrical devices
can be operated.STARTThe starter motor operates. After the engine has started, release
the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.M/T A/T
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NOTE●This vehicle is equipped with ignition switch illumination.
• The ignition switch illumination comes on while the
driver’s door is opened and remains on for about 30 sec-
onds after the driver’s door is closed.
• [On vehicles with keyless entry system]
When you get out of the vehicle and remove the ignition
key, it will be illuminated for about 30 seconds.
However, it will go off even while the illumination
comes on if the ignition switch is set to “ON” position.
●For vehicles equipped with the Daytime Running Lamp,
when the ignition switch is in the “ON”, the headlamp low
beams etc. are turned on.
Refer to “Headlamps” on page 3-32.
●Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the
immobilizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system)” on page 1-3.)
To remove the keyFor vehicles with M/T, when removing the key, push in the key
at the “ACC” position and keep it depressed until it is turned to
the “LOCK” position, then remove the key.M/T
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For vehicles with A/T, when removing the key, first set the
selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and then turn the key
to the “LOCK” position, then remove the key.A/T
CAUTION
!●Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch while driving. The steering wheel will locked,
causing loss of control.●If the engine is stopped while driving, the brake ser-
vomechanism will cease to function and braking
efficiency will deteriorate. Also, the power steering
system will not function and it will require greater
manual effort to operate the steering.●Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the engine is not running, doing so will
cause the battery to be discharged.●Do not turn the key to the “START” position when
the engine is running, doing so could damage the
starter motor.
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To l o c kRemove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To u n l o c kTurn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
NOTE●If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from “LOCK”
to “ACC”. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to
the right as you turn the key.
CAUTION
!●Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.
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Tips for starting●Do not operate the starter motor continuously for anything
longer than 10 seconds; doing so could run down the bat-
tery. If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch
back to “LOCK”, wait a few seconds, and then try again.
Trying repeatedly with the starter motor still turning will
damage the starter mechanism.
●If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak
or dead, refer to the “Emergency starting” section for
instructions on starting the engine.
●The engine is well warmed up if the coolant temperature
gauge needle starts to move (the engine speed decreases).
Extended warming-up operation will result in excessive
fuel consumption.
WARNING
!●Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle
in or out of the area. Carbon monoxide gases are
odourless and can be fatal.
CAUTION
!●Never attempt to start the engine by pushing or pull-
ing the vehicle. Especially in the A/T, since the struc-
ture is different from a M/T, it is not possible to start
the engine by using this technique. Never attempt
this or it could damage the A/T.●Do not run the engine at high rpm or drive the vehi-
cle at high speed until the engine has had a chance to
warm up.●Release the ignition key as soon as the engine starts
to avoid damaging the starter motor.●If your vehicle is equipped with a turbocharger, do
not stop the engine immediately after high-speed or
uphill driving. First allow the engine to idle to give
the turbocharger a chance to cool down.
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Starting the engine (petrol-powered vehicles)
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This vehicles is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system which is automatically controlled. When start-
ing the engine, do not depress the accelerator pedal.Normal conditionsThe starting procedure is as follows:
1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Fully depress the clutch pedal (M/T).
5. On vehicles with M/T, place the gearshift lever in the
“N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with A/T, make sure the selector lever is in
the “P” (PARK) position.6. After turning the ignition key to the “ON” position, make
certain that all warning lamps are functioning properly
before starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” position without
depressing the accelerator pedal, and release it when the
engine starts.
At extreme cold ambient temperatureIf the engine won’t start, depress the accelerator pedal about
halfway while cranking the engine. Once the engine starts,
release the accelerator pedal.
M/T A/T
CAUTION
!●When starting the engine, make sure that you press
on the brake pedal. At extreme cold ambient tem-
perature move your foot to the brake pedal immedi-
ately after the engine has started.
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Flooded engineIf the engine was flooded during starting, first operate the
starter for 5 to 6 seconds while fully depressing the accelerator
pedal, then start the engine without depressing the accelerator
pedal.Using the MIVEC engineThe MIVEC engine automatically switches its intake-valve
control between a low-speed mode and a high-speed mode in
accordance with driving conditions for maximum engine per-
formance.NOTE●To protect the engine, the high-speed mode may not be
selected while the engine coolant temperature is low. In
such a case, the engine revolutions do not rise to over
5,000 rpm even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Starting the engine (diesel-powered vehicles)
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1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
5. Place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
6. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
The diesel preheat indication lamp will first illuminate,
and then after a short time go out, indicating that preheat-
ing is completed.
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