2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION trunk

7-16 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Wa s h e r f l u i d
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir is in the trunk.
Check the washer fluid level at regular intervals and add
washer fluid to reservoir if necessary. NOTE

Do not spill the fluid onto the trunk. If the fluid spilled,
wipe it up immediately.
During cold weatherWhen freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the
reservoir by operating the pump. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield antifreeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the sys-
tem for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid
(if so equipped)
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The brake fluid and the clutch fluid share the reservoir tank.To check the fluid levelThe fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks
on the reservoir.
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but
this does not indicate any abnormality.
The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when doing
other work under the engine hood. The brake system should
also be checked for leaks at the same time.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indi-
cates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
MAX
MIN
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7-18 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Battery
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The vehicle battery is installed in the trunk behind a panel.
The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting
and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly.
Be sure to have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer check
the battery.
During cold weatherThe battery is weaker in cold temperatures. This has to do with
its chemical and physical properties and is why a very cold bat-
tery, especially one with a low charge, will have a hard time
starting your vehicle.
It is recommended that you have your battery and charging sys-
tem checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer before
the start of cold weather. If necessary, have it replaced.Disconnection and connectionTo disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine. Disconnect the
negative (-) terminal first, then the positive (+) terminal. To
reconnect the battery, first connect the positive (+) terminal and
then the negative (-) terminal, before starting the vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!

Be sure to have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer charge the battery. Do not charge the battery
yourself, as it should only be charged after first
being removed from the vehicle.
In addition, never remove the battery label, upper
cover, exhaust tube, or pipe. Flammable gases may
leak and explode.
WA R N I N G
!

Never disconnect the battery while the engine is run-
ning, or you could damage the vehicle’s electrical
parts.


Never short-circuit the battery. This could cause it
to overheat and be damaged.


Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the
battery because the battery could explode.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-19
7 Tires
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It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms:

Cold tire pressure:
 The measured pressure after the vehicle has been parked
for at least three hours,
or
 The measured pressure when the vehicle is driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having been parked for three
hours.


Maximum inflation pressure: the maximum permissible
cold tire inflation pressure for this tire.


Recommended inflation pressure: the inflation pressure
for optimum tire performance.


Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corrosive
diluted sulfuric acid. If it spills on nearby parts, it
can crack, stain, or discolor them. And if gets on
your skin or in your eyes, it can cause burns or
blindness. Please observe the following handling
instructions: If electrolyte gets on plastic parts or other nearby
parts, wipe it off with a soft cloth or chamois
soaked in a solution of water and neutral detergent
then immediately rinse the affected parts with
plenty of water.
 If electrolyte gets on your hands or clothes, rinse
thoroughly with water. If electrolyte gets in your
eyes, flush them with water immediately and get
immediate medical attention.


Always wear protective clothing and goggles when
working with the battery, or have a skilled automo-
bile technician do it.


This vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free
battery located in the trunk. To assure proper bat-
tery installation and venting of flammable gases, the
battery must be serviced and/or replaced by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer only.


In order to prevent a short circuit, be sure to discon-
nect the negative (-) terminal first, and reconnect it
last.


Battery terminals and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after han-
dling. WA R N I N G
!
WA R N I N G
!

Driving with tires that are worn, damaged or
improperly inflated is dangerous.
These type tire conditions will adversely affect vehi-
cle performance.
These type tire conditions can also cause a tread sep-
aration or blowout which may result in an accident
causing serious injury or death.


Tires, including spare tire, degrade over time with
age even when they are not being used. It is recom-
mended that tires over 6 years generally be replaced
even if damage is not obvious.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-49
7
NOTE

The high-mounted stop light uses LEDs rather than bulbs.
For repair and replacement, contact an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Inside
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Description
Wa t t a g e
1- Trunk area light 5 W
2- Dome light (rear) (if so equipped) 8 W
3- Dome light (front)/Reading light 8 W
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-65
7
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.NOTE

When mounting the light unit, align the pins (E) on the
light unit with the holes in the body.
Tail lights and back-up lights1. Open the trunk lid.
Remove the clips (A) and remove the cover (B).
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-71
7
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.NOTE

Before replacing the bulb, put the dome light (rear) switch
into the “OFF” position.


When mounting the lens, align the tabs (B) with the holes
on the vehicle body.
Trunk area light
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1. Pull both clips (A) away from the center as shown and
remove the light unit. Then remove the bulb by pulling
out.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-75
7
During cold weather Salt and other chemicals spread on winter roads in some geo-
graphical areas can have a detrimental effect on the vehicle
underbody. You should flush the underbody with a high pres-
sure hose every time you wash the outside of your vehicle.
Take special care to remove mud or other debris which could
trap and hold salt and moisture.
After washing your vehicle, wipe off all waterdrops from the
rubber parts around the doors to prevent the doors from freez-
ing.NOTE

When the door is frozen, opening it by force may tear off
or crack the rubber gasket installed around the door. Pour
warm water to melt the ice. Be sure to thoroughly wipe off
the water after opening the door. To prevent freezing of
the weatherstripping on the doors, hood, etc., treat with
silicone lubricant.
Waxing
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Wax your vehicle once or twice a year, or when water does not
bead up on the paint.
Use a soft cloth to put a small amount of wax on the painted
surfaces. After the wax has dried, polish with a dry soft cloth.
Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight.
You should wax when the painted surfaces are cool.


Some hot water washing equipment uses high pres-
sure and heat to clean your vehicle. This heated
water may damage your vehicle’s resin parts. It can
flood the interior of the vehicle. Therefore, be sure
of the following: Keep the washing nozzle at least 20 inches (50 cm)
away from the vehicle body.
 When washing around the door glass, hold the
nozzle at a distance of more than 20 inches (50 cm)
and at right angles to the glass surface.


When using high-pressure water to wash a vehicle
equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key system, keep the
water from spraying on the open button on the
trunk. This could cause the trunk to open and flood
the inside of the trunk.


Make sure to do the following when using an auto-
matic car wash, with help from either this manual or
the car wash operator, to avoid damaging your vehi-
cle: Fold the outside rear-view mirrors.
 Put down (except for vehicles with SIRIUS satellite
radio antenna only) or remove the antenna.
 If your vehicle is equipped with rear spoiler, check
with the car wash operator before using the car
wash.
 If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the
wiper switch lever in the “OFF” position to deacti-
vate the rain sensor.CAUTION
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Alphabetical index
4Fusible links 7-37
G
General maintenance 7-34
General vehicle data 9-5
Genuine parts 1-9
Glove compartment 3-263
H
Hands-free Bluetooth® cellular phone interface system with
voice recognition 3-220
Hazard warning flasher switch 3-209
Hazard warning lights 3-195
Headlight reminder buzzer 3-204
Headlights
Bulb capacity 7-47
Dimmer 3-204
Headlight flasher 3-205
Headlight leveling switch 3-207
Replacement 7-50
,7-52
,7-54
Switch 3-200
Heater without air conditioning function 5-6
High beam indicator 3-195
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch 7-36
Horn
Switch 3-220
Horn switch 3-220
I
If the vehicle breaks down 6-2
Ignition cables 7-32
Ignition switch 3-24
,3-81
Important facts to know in case of an accident 8-5
Indicators 3-195
Information screen display
Brake warning display 3-198
Charging system warning display 3-199
Oil pressure warning display 3-200
Inside day/night rearview mirror 3-77
Inside emergency trunk lid release 3-62
Instrument cluster 3-148
Interior lights 3-258
J
Jack 6-8
Storage 6-7
Jump-starting the engine 6-2
K
Key reminder buzzer 3-55
Keyless entry system 3-9
,3-45
Keys 3-2
L
Labeling 9-2
License plate light
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