2008 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN Owner's Manual (in English)

Maintenance
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If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indi- cates leaks from the clutch system. If this occurs, we recommend y
ou to have the vehicle checked.
Fluid typeBrake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 should be used. The reservoir cap must be full
y tightened to avoid contamina-
tion from foreign matter or moisture. DO NOT ALLOW PETROLEUM-BASED FLUID TO CON- TACT, MIX WITH, OR OTHERWISE CONTAMINATE THEBRAKE FLUID. SEAL DAMAGE WILL RESULT.
RHD
WARNING
!●
Take care in handling brake fluid as it is harmful to the eyes, may irritate yo
ur skin and also damage
painted surfaces. Wipe up any spills immediately.
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Power steering fluid
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To check the fluid levelCheck the fluid level in the reservoir while the engine is idling. Check to make certain that the power steering fluid level is always between the “MAX” and “MIN” level markings on thefluid reservoir and top up the fluid, if necessary.Fluid typeUse “Genuine MITSUBISHI Power Steering Fluid” or “ATF DEXRON III/DEXRON II”.
Battery
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The condition of the battery is very important for quick startingof the engine and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspection and car
e are especially important in
cold weather.NOTE●
Memory data for settings made by the user may be erased when the battery is replaced. If
this happens,
establish the
settings again using the relevant procedures.
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Maintenance
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Checking battery electrolyte levelThe electrolyte level must be be
tween the specified limit on the
outside of the battery. Replenish with distilled water as neces- sary.The inside of the battery is divided into several compartments; remove the cap from each comp
artment and fill
to the upper
mark. Do not top up beyond the upper mark because spillageduring driving could cause damage. Check the electrolyte level
at least once every 4 weeks,
depending on the operating conditions.If the battery is not used, it will discharge by itself with time. Check it once every 4 weeks and charge with low current as necessary.
During cold weatherThe capacity of the battery is re
duced at low temperatures. This
is an inevitable result of its
chemical and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that is not fully charged, will only deliver a fracti
on of the starter current which
is normally available.We recommend you to have the battery checked before the start of cold weather and, if necessa
ry, have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a battery whichis kept fully charged also has a longer life.Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, first discon- nect the negative (-) terminal a
nd then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, fi
rst connect the positive (+) ter-
minal and then the ne
gative (-) terminal.
WARNING
!●
Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the battery because the battery could explode.
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The battery electrolyte is
extremely caustic. Do not
allow it to come in contact with your eyes, skin,clothing, or the painted surf
aces of the vehicle. Spilt
electrolyte should be
flushed immediately with
ample amounts of water.Irritation to eyes or skin
from contact with electro-
lyte requires immediate medical attention.
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Ventilate when charging or
using the battery in an
enclosed space.
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NOTE●
Keep the terminals clean. Afte
r the battery is connected,
apply terminal protection greas
e. To clean the terminals,
use lukewarm water.
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Check to see if the battery is securely installed and cannot be moved during travel. Also check each terminal for tightness.
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When the vehicle is to be left unused for a long period of time, remove the battery and
store it in a place where the
battery fluid will not freeze. Th
e battery should be stored
only in a fully charged condition.
CAUTION
!●
Keep it out of re
ach of children.
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Never disconnect the ba
ttery with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position; doing so could damage the vehicle’s electrical components.
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Never short-circuit the batt
ery; doing so could cause
it to overheat and be damaged.
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If the battery is to be qui
ck-charged, first disconnect
the battery cables.
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In order to prevent a short ci
rcuit, be sure to discon-
nect the negative
(-) terminal first.
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Always wear protective eye goggles when working near the battery.
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Do not bring nearby parts,
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, cham-
ois or the like and an aqueous solution of neutral detergent then immediately
rinse the affected parts
with plenty of water.
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Maintenance
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Tyres
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Tyre inflation pressures
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Check the tyre inflation pressure of all th
e tyres while they are cold; if insufficient
or excessive, adjust to the specified v
alue.
After the tyre inflation pressure has been
adjusted, check the tyres for damage and ai
r leaks. Be sure to put caps on the valve
s.
WARNING
!●
Driving with tyres that are worn, damaged or improperly inflated can lead
to a loss of control or
blow out of the tyres which can result in a collision with serious or fatal injury.Ty r e s i z e
To 5 passengers
To max. load
At trailer towing
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
265/65R17 112H 265/60R18 110H
2.2 bar (220 kPa) 2.4 bar (240 kPa) 2.4 bar (240 kPa)
2.8 bar (280 kPa) 2.6 bar (260 kPa) 3.0 bar (300 kPa)
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Wheel condition
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Check the tyres for cuts, cracks and other damage. Replace the tyres if there are deep cuts or
cracks. Also check each tyre for
pieces of metal or pebbles. The use of worn tyres can be very dangerous because of thegreater chance of skidding or h
ydroplaning. The tread depth of
the tyres must exceed 1.6 mm in
order for the tyres to meet the
minimum requirement for use.
Tread wear indicators will appear in six places on the surface of the tyre as the tyre wears, thereby indicating that the tyre no longer meets the minimum requ
irement for use. When these
wear indicators appear, the tyre
s must be replaced with new
ones. When replacement of any of the tyres is necessary, replace all of them.Replacing tyres and wheels
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1- Location of the tread wear indicator 2- Tread wear indicator
CAUTION
!●
Always use tyres of the same size, same type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences. Using tyres of different size, type, brands or degreeof wear, will increase th
e differential oil tempera-
ture, resulting in possible damage to the driving sys- tem. Further, the drive train will be subjected toexcessive loading, possibly leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other serious faults.CAUTION
!●
Avoid using different size tyres from the one listed and the combined use of di
fferent types of tyres, as
this can affect driving safety. Refer to “Tyres and wheels” on page 9-13.
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Maintenance
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Tyre rotation
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Tyre wear varies with vehicl
e conditions, road surface condi-
tions and individual driver’s driving habits. To equalize the wear and help extend tyre life, it is recommended to rotate the tyres immediately after discovery
of abnormal wear, or when-
ever the wear difference between
the front and rear tyres is rec-
ognizable. When rotating tyres, check fo
r uneven wear and damage.
Abnormal wear is usually cause
d by incorrect tyre pressure,
improper wheel alignment, ou
t of balance wheel, or severe
braking. We recommend you to have it checked to determinethe cause of irregular tread wear.
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Even if a wheel has the same rim size and offset as the specified type of wheel
, its shape may prevent it
from being fitted correctly. We recommend you toconsult a specialist before
using wheels that you
have.CAUTION
!
Spare tyre used Spare tyre not used Tyres that have arrows sh
owing rotation direction
Front Front Front
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Snow tyres
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The use of snow tyres is recomme
nded for driving on snow and
ice. To preserve driving stability, mount snow tyres of the samesize and tread pattern on all 4 wheels. Snow tyres worn more than 50 % are no longer suitable for use as snow tyres.Snow tyres which do not meet specifications must not be used.NOTE●
The laws and regulations concerning snow tyres (driving speed, required use, type, etc.) vary. Find out and followthe laws and regulations in the area you intend to drive.
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If flange nuts are used on your vehicle, change to tapered nuts when steel wheels are used.
CAUTION
!●
If the tyres have arrows
(A) indicating the correct
direction of rotation, swap the front and rear wheelson the left hand side of th
e vehicle and the front and
rear wheels on the right hand side of the vehicle sep- arately. Keep each tyre on
its original side of the
vehicle. When fitting the tyres, make sure the arrows point in the dir
ection in which the wheels
will turn when the vehicle moves forward. Any tyrewhose arrow points in the
wrong direction will not
perform to its full potential.
Front
CAUTION
!●
Avoid the combined use of
different types of tyres.
Using different types of ty
res can affect vehicle per-
formance and safety.CAUTION
!●
Observe permissible maxi
mum speed for your snow
tyres and the legal speed limit.
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