2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS washer fluid

Instruments and controls
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3 Wiper and washer switch
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The windscreen wiper and washer can be operated with the
ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Move the switch to operate the windscreen wipers or spray the
washer fluid.Windscreen wipers
NOTE●The speed-sensitive-operation function of the windscreen
wipers can be deactivated.
For further information, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On a vehicle equipped with a Multi Display Station
(MDS), the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For
details, refer to a separate operation manual.To adjust intermittent intervalsWith the lever in the “INT” (speed sensitive intermittent opera-
tion) position, the intermittent intervals can be adjusted by
turning the knob (A).
MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off
INT- Speed sensitive intermittent operation
The intermittent intervals will change with the speed of
the vehicle.
LO- Slow
HI- Fast
1- Fast
2- Slow
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Misting function Move the lever in the direction of the arrow and release, and
the wipers will operate once.
Use this function when you are driving in mist or drizzle.
If the lever is held in the upward position (MIST), the wipers
continue operating until the lever is released.
Windscreen washer
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The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windscreen by pull-
ing the lever towards you. The wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.
On a vehicle equipped with the headlamp washer, the head-
lamp washer operates together with the windscreen washer the
first time the windscreen washer is used if the headlamps are
on.
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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Instruments and controls
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NOTE●It is possible to spray washer fluid without activating the
wipers. To do so, hold the lever in the pulled position and
turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or “ACC” position.
●It is possible to cause the wipers never to operate when
washer fluid is sprayed. For further information, we rec-
ommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
On a vehicle equipped with a Multi Display Station
(MDS), the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For
details, refer to a separate operation manual.
Rear window wiper and washer
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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 will operate.INT - The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then
operates intermittently at intervals of about every 8 sec-
onds
OFF - 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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NOTE●To ensure a clear rearward view, the wiper performs a
number of continuous operations either when the switch is
moved to the “INT” position or when the gearshift lever
(M/T) or the selector lever (A/T) is moved to the “R”
position while the switch is in the “INT” position.
Following this continuous operation, the wiper will auto-
matically switch to intermittent operation.
●It is possible to spray washer fluid without activating the
wiper. To do so, hold the knob at the end of the lever in the
“ ” position and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or
“ACC” position.
●It is possible to activate the following functions. For fur-
ther information, we recommend you to consult a MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On a vehicle equipped with a Multi Display Station
(MDS), the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For
details, refer to a separate operation manual.
• Adjustment of the interval for intermittent operation
• Causing the wipers to switch to continuous operation
when the knob at the end of the lever is turned to the
“INT” position twice within approximately 1 second
• Changing intermittent wiper operation to continuous
wiper operation
• Causing the wiper never to operate when washer fluid is
sprayed
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 cold weather, check that the
wiper blades are not frozen onto 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 res-
ervoir 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 washer reservoir. Failure to do
so could result in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components.
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Instruments and controls
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3 Headlamp washer switch
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The headlamp washer can be operated when the ignition switch
is in the “ON” or “ACC” position and the headlamps are on.
Push the button once and the washer fluid will be sprayed on to
the headlamps.NOTE●If the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position
and the headlamps are on, the headlamp washer operates
together with the windscreen washer the first time the
windscreen washer lever is pulled.
●Check the headlamp washers periodically to confirm that
the washer fluid is being sprayed properly on to the head-
lamp lenses.
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●When the rear window demister switch is pressed, the out-
side rearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted. Refer to
“Heated mirrors” on page 4-14.
●The demister switch is not to melt snow but to clear mist.
Remove snow before use of the demister switch.
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8
Maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 3
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 4
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 10
Automatic transmission fluid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 13
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 14
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 14
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 15
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 16
Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 21
Clutch pedal free play* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 27
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 28
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 28
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 29
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 31
For cold and snow weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 32
Fuse links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 33
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 33
Replacement of lamp bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 43
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8-14 Maintenance
8Wa s h e r f l u i d
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Check the float (A) is between the “FULL” and “EMPTY” on
the washer fluid reservoir.
If the level is low, replenish the container with washer fluid.NOTE●The washer fluid container serves the windscreen, rear
window and headlamps*.During cold weather To ensure proper operation of the washers at low temperatures,
use a fluid containing an anti-freezing agent.
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid
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The brake fluid and the clutch fluid share reservoir tank.To check the fluid levelThe fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks
on the reservoir.
The fluid level is monitored by a float. When the fluid level
falls below the “MIN” mark, the brake fluid warning lamp
lights up.
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but
this does not indicate any abnormality.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indi-
cates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the vehicle checked.
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9-16 Specifications
9Capacities
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Petrol-powered vehicles


No.
Item
Quantity
Lubricants
1
Power steering fluid 1.0 litreGenuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid or
ATF DEXRON III / DEXRON II
2
Engine oil
Oil pan 4.0 litres
Refer to page 8-7Oil filter 0.3 litre
3
Brake fluid
As required Brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4Clutch fluid
4
Washer fluid 4.5 litres —
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