2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS dead battery

4-18 Starting and driving
4Starting
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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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6-2 For emergencies
6If the vehicle breaks down
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If the vehicle breaks down on the road, move it to the shoulder
and use the hazard warning flashers.
Refer to “Hazard warning flasher switch” on page 3-38.If the engine stops/failsVehicle operation and control are affected if the engine stops.
Before moving the vehicle to a safe area be aware of the fol-
lowing:
●The brake booster becomes inoperative and the pedal
effort will increase. Press down the brake pedal harder
than usual.
●Since the power steering pump is no longer operative, the
steering wheel feels heavy when turning it. Turn the wheel
with more effort than usual.
Emergency starting
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If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or
dead, the battery from another vehicle can be used with jumper
cables to start the engine.
1. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can
reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t
want. The vehicle will not start, and the bad grounding
could damage the electrical systems.
WARNING
!●To start the engine by use of jumper cables from
another vehicle, perform the correct procedures
according to the instruction manual. Incorrect pro-
cedures could result in a fire or explosion or damage
to the vehicles.
CAUTION
!●Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt bat-
tery.
If the other system isn’t 12-volt, shorting can dam-
age both vehicles.
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Vehicle care
7-7
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Chrome parts
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In order to prevent spots and corrosion of chrome parts, wash
with water, dry thoroughly, and apply a special protective coat-
ing. This should be done more frequently in winter.Aluminium wheels*
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1. Remove dirt using a sponge while sprinkling water on the
wheel.
2. Use neutral detergent on any dirt that cannot be removed
easily with water.
Rinse off the neutral detergent after washing the wheel.
3. Dry the wheel thoroughly using a chamois leather or a soft
cloth.
Window glass
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The window glass can normally be cleaned using only a
sponge and water.
Glass cleaner can be used to remove oil, grease, dead insects,
etc. After washing the glass, wipe dry with a clean, dry, soft
cloth. Never use the same cloth to wipe the window glass as
would be used to wipe the paintwork; wax from the painted
surfaces could adhere to the glass and reduce its transparency
and visibility.NOTE●To clean the inside of the tailgate window, always use a
soft cloth and wipe the window glass along the demister
heater element so as not to cause damage.
●Do not bring the plastic parts into contact with gaso-
line, light oil, brake fluids, engine oils, greases, paint
thinners, and sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte)
which may stain, crack or discolour the plastic
parts.
If they touch the plastic parts, wipe them off with
soft cloth, chamois or the like and an aqueous solu-
tion of neutral detergent then immediately rinse the
affected parts with water.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
!●Do not use a brush or other hard implement on the
wheels.
Doing so could scratch the wheels.●Do not use any cleaner that contains an abrasive
substance or is acidic or alkaline. Doing so could
cause the coating on the wheels to peel or become
discoloured or stained.●Do not directly apply hot water using a steam
cleaner or by any other means.●Contact with seawater and road deicer can cause
corrosion. Rinse off such substances as soon as pos-
sible.
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7-8 Vehicle care
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Wiper blades
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Use a soft cloth and glass cleaner to remove grease, dead
insects, etc., from the wiper blades. Replace the wiper blades
when they no longer wipe properly. (Refer to page 8-29.)Cleaning the sunroof*
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Clean the inside of the sunroof with a soft cloth. Hard deposits
should be wiped away with a cloth dipped in warm, neutral
detergent solution. Wipe away the solution with a sponge
dipped in fresh water.NOTE●The surface treatment on the inside of the glass may be
removed if hard cloth or organic solvent (benzine, thinner,
etc.) is used.
Engine compartment
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Clean the engine compartment at the beginning and end of
winter. Pay particular attention to flanges, crevices and periph-
eral parts where dust containing road chemicals and other cor-
rosive materials might collect.
If salt and other chemicals are used on the roads in your area,
clean the engine compartment at least every three months.
Never spray or splash water on the electrical components in the
engine compartment, as this may cause damage.
Do not bring the nearby parts, the plastic parts and so on into
contact with sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte) which may
crack, stain or discolour them.
If they are in contact, wipe off with soft cloth, chamois or the
like and an aqueous solution of neutral detergent then immedi-
ately rinse the affected parts with plenty of water.
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