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NOTE
l While
the engine coolant temperature is low,
the temperature of the air from the heater
will be cool/cold until the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the
dial.
l When the temperature is set to the highest or
the lowest, the air selection and the air condi-
tioning will be automatically changed as fol-
lows.
Also, if manually operated after an automatic
changeover, manual operation will be selec-
ted.
• Quick Heating (When the temperature isset to the highest setting)
Outside air will be introduced and the air
conditioning will stop.
• Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set to the lowest setting)
Inside air will be recirculated and the air
conditioning will operate. Mode selection dial
E00703200418
To
change the position and amount of air flowing
from the ventilators, turn the mode selection dial.
(Refer to “Changing the front mode selection” on
page 5-03.) CAUTION
l
When
using the mode selection dial be-
tween the “ ”
and “ ” positions, pre-
vent fogging by pressing the air selection
switch to select outside air.
(Refer to “Air selection switch” on page
5-06.)
Air selection switch E00703400511
To change the air selection, simply press the air se-
lection switch.
l Outside air {Indication lamp (A) is OFF}
Outside
air is introduced into the passenger
compartment. l
Recirculated air {Indication lamp (A) is ON}
Air
is recirculated inside the passenger com-
partment. CAUTION
l
Normally, use the outside position to keep
the
windscreen and side windows clear
and quickly remove fog or frost from the
windscreen.
If high cooling performance is desired, or
if the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated use the recirculation position.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
l Use of the recirculation position for exten-
ded time may cause the windows to fog up. For pleasant driving
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NOTE
l When
the mode selection dial or the blower
speed selection dial is set to the “AUTO” po-
sition again after manual operation, the air se-
lection switch will also be automatically con-
trolled.
Air conditioning switch E00703500785
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compres-
sor
will turn on. The air conditioning indication
lamp (A) will come on. Push the switch again and the air conditioning com-
pressor
will stop and the indication lamp (A) goes
off. CAUTION
l
When
using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as the
air conditioning compressor is switched
on/off automatically. While the vehicle
with an A/T is stationary, fully depress
the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle
from creeping.
NOTE l If
a problem is detected in the air condition-
ing system, the air conditioning operation in-
dication lamp (A) blinks. Press the air condi-
tioning switch once to turn it off, then once
more to turn it back on. If the air condition-
ing operation indication lamp (A) does not
blink for a while, there is nothing wrong. If it
starts to blink again, we recommend you to
have it checked.
l Sometimes, for example after using a high-
pressure car wash, the condenser can get wet,
and the operation indication lamp (A) blinks
temporarily. In this case there is nothing
wrong. Wait a while, press the air condition-
ing switch once to turn the system off, then
once more to turn it back on. Once the water
evaporates, the blinking will stop. Operating the system in automatic
mode
E00704100557 In normal conditions, use the system in the AUTO
mode and follow these procedures:
1. Set
the blower speed selection dial to the “AU-
TO” position.
2. Select the temperature control dial to the de- sired temperature. The temperature can be
set within a range of 15 to 29. The tempera-
ture will gradually increase as the dial is
turned to the right.
3. Set the mode selection dial to the “AUTO” position.
4. Push the air conditioning switch to operate the air conditioning. When the air condition-
ing operates, the indication lamp ( ) in the
dial will come on.
The
outlet port (except “ ”),
recirculation/out-
side air select and blower speed, and ON/OFF of
air conditioning will be controlled automatically.
To stop the system, turn the blower speed selection
dial to the “OFF” position. For pleasant driving
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NOTE
l Set
the temperature at about 22 under normal
conditions.
l While the engine coolant temperature is low,
the temperature of the air from the heater
will be cool/cold until the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the
dial. To prevent the windscreen and win-
dows from fogging up, the ventilator mode
will be changed to “ ”
and the blower
speed will be reduced.
l If the blower speed selection dial, air condi-
tioning switch, mode selection dial, or air se-
lection switch is operated while the system is
operating in the AUTO mode, the activated
function overrides the corresponding func-
tion of automatic control. All other functions
remain under automatic control.
Operating the system in manual air
mode E00704200011
Blower speed and ventilator mode may be control-
led
manually by setting the blower speed selection
dial and the mode selection dial to the desired posi-
tions. To return to automatic operation, set the dials
to the “AUTO” position.
Demisting of the windscreen and door windows E00704300546CAUTION
l
For
safety, make sure you have a clear
view through all the windows. To remove frost or mist from the windscreen and
door
windows, use the mode selection dial (“ ”
or “ ”).
For ordinary demisting
Use
this setting to keep the windscreen and door
windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heat-
ed (when driving in rain or snow). 1. Set
the air selection switch (A) to the outside
position.
2. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” posi-
tion.
3. Select
your desired blower speed by turning
the blower speed selection dial.
4. Select your desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial.
5. Push the air conditioning switch (B). For quick demisting
1.
Set the mode selection dial to the
“ ” posi-
tion.
2.
Set the blower to the maximum speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
NOTE l While the mode selection dial is set to the
“ ”
position, the air conditioning will oper-
ate automatically and the outside air position
will also be selected automatically.
l Do not set the temperature control dial to the
max. cool position. Cool air will blow
against the window glasses and form mist on
them. For pleasant driving
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Rear heater*/Rear cooler*
E00719900016
The
rear heater/rear cooler can only be used while
the engine is running.
NOTE
l Cooling with rear cooler is not possible
when the front air conditioning (cooling and
dehumidifying functions) is not operating.
Be sure to activate the front air conditioning
(cooling and dehumidifying functions) be-
fore activating the rear air conditioning.
When the front air conditioning is not operat-
ing, only fan operation without cooling is pos-
sible.
Control panel E00720000017A- OFF switch
B-
Blower speed selection switch Blower speed selection switch
E00720200093
Rear heater
When
the blower speed selection switch is pressed,
the heater starts operating. When the OFF switch
(A) is pressed, it stops.
The indication lamp (B) for the selected blower
speed illuminates.
Rear cooler
When the blower speed selection switch is pressed,
the cooler (cooling and dehumidifying functions)
starts operating. When the OFF switch (A) is press-
ed, it stops.
The indication lamp (B) for the selected blower
speed illuminates. NOTE
l The blower speed is memorized when the en-
gine is shut down.
If
the battery is disconnected and reconnec-
ted, however, the memory is erased and the
blower speed is automatically set to the
“OFF” position. Rear automatic air conditioning*
E00705900028
The
air conditioning can only be used while the en-
gine is running.
While the front air conditioning is on, rear air con-
ditioning is also possible.
NOTE
l Cooling is not possible when the front air con-
ditioning (cooling and dehumidifying func-
tions) is not operating. Be sure to activate the
front air conditioning (cooling and dehumidi-
fying functions) before activating the rear air
conditioning.
When the front air conditioning is not operat-
ing, only fan operation without cooling is pos-
sible.
Control panel E00706000055 A- Temperature control lever
B-
OFF switch
C- AUTO switch
D- Blower speed selection switch For pleasant driving
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Blower speed selection switch
E00706300104
When
the blower speed selection switch or AUTO
switch is pressed, the air conditioning (cooling and
dehumidifying functions) starts operating. When
the OFF switch (A) is pressed, it stops.
The indication lamp (B) for the selected blower
speed illuminates. NOTE
l The blower speed is memorized when the en-
gine is shut down.
If
the battery is disconnected and reconnec-
ted, however, the memory is erased and the
blower speed is automatically set to the
“OFF” position.
Temperature control lever E00706400059
The temperature control lever is used to adjust the
air temperature. Move it rightward to increase the temperature and
leftward to reduce the temperature.
1- Low
2-
High
NOTE l The mode changes in accordance with the air
temperature. (Refer to “Changing the rear
mode selection” on page 5-04.)
l When the engine coolant temperature is ex-
tremely low (for example, in extremely cold
weather), moving the temperature control lev-
er has no effect on the air temperature. Operating the system in automatic
mode
E00706800141 1. Press the AUTO switch (A).
2.
Set the desired temperature using the temper-ature control lever (B). The temperature can
be set within a range from the minimum to
the maximum.
NOTE l Adjust the temperature to the desired level us-
ing the temperature control lever (centred for
reference).
l When the engine coolant temperature is ex-
tremely low (for example, in extremely cold
weather), moving the temperature control lev-
er has no effect on the air temperature. For pleasant driving
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Operating the system in manual mode
E00706900067Set the blower speed selection switch (A) and tem-
perature
control lever (B) as desired. If the system
is operating in the AUTO mode, the new settings
will override automatic control. Important operation tips for the
air conditioning E00708300658
l Park the vehicle in the shade.
Parking
in the hot sun will make the vehicle
inside extremely hot, and it will require more
time to cool the interior.
If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the
windows for the first few minutes of air con-
ditioning operation to expel the hot air.
l Close the windows when the air conditioning
is in use. The entry of outside air through
open windows will reduce the cooling effi-
ciency.
l Too much cooling is not good for the health.
The inside air temperature should only be 5
to 6 °C below the outside air temperature.
l When operating the system, make sure the
air intake, which is located in front of the
windscreen, is free of obstructions such as
leaves and snow. Leaves collected in the air-
intake plenum may reduce air flow and plug
the plenum water drains.
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations
If the air conditioning seems less effective than usu-
al, the cause might be a refrigerant leak. We recom-
mend you to have the system inspected.
The air conditioning system in your vehicle must
be charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the
lubricant SUN-PAG56.
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause
severe damage which will result in the need to re-
place your vehicle’s entire air conditioning system.
The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere
should be prevented. It is recommended that the refrigerant be recovered
and recycled for further use.
During a long period of disuse
The
air conditioning should be operated for at least
five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This
is to prevent poor lubrication of the compressor in-
ternal parts and to maintain the air conditioning in
the best operating condition. For pleasant driving
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Air purifier (with deodorizing
function)* E00708400587
An
air filter is incorporated into the air condition-
ing system to remove pollen, dust, tobacco smells
and exhaust smells.
The air filter’s ability to collect pollen and dirt is re-
duced as it becomes dirty, so replace it periodical-
ly. For the maintenance interval, refer to the “SERV-
ICE BOOKLET”.
NOTE
l Operation in certain conditions such as driv-
ing on a dusty road and frequent use of the
air conditioning can lead to reduction of serv-
ice life of the filter. When the air flow rate
suddenly drops or when the windscreen or
windows start to fog up easily, the air filter
requires replacement. We recommend you to
have it checked. For pleasant driving
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LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player*
E00708501891
The audio system can be used when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. A- Display window
B- Audio system
NOTE l The MITSUBISHI genuine CD autochanger can be connected to this audio system.
The CD autochanger can be operated by the switch of the audio body. Refer to
“To listen to a CD” on page 5-24.
l To listen to the audio system while the engine is stopped, turn the ignition key to the “ACC” position.
l If a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, it may create noise from the audio equipment. This does not mean that anything is wrong with your audio
equipment. In such a case, use the cellular phone at a place as far away as possible from the audio equipment.
l If foreign objects or water get into the audio equipment, or if smoke or a strange odour comes from it, immediately turn off the audio system and have it
checked. Never try to repair it by yourself. Avoid continuous usage without inspection by a qualified person. For pleasant driving
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