Page 407 of 714

4-2 Driving safety
4Driving precaution
N00629300053
Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower
track, which enables them to perform in a wide variety of off-
road situations. Because of the higher ground clearance, these
vehicles have a higher center of gravity, which makes them
handle differently than ordinary vehicles when driving on
pavement. They are not designed to maneuver or corner at the
same speed on pavement as conventional 2-wheel drive pas-
senger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed
to perform satisfactorily in off-road conditions.
Always drive safely and steer the vehicle carefully. Avoid oper-
ating the vehicle in a manner that might require sharp turns or
abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type, failure
to operate this vehicle correctly can result in loss of control or
vehicle rollover.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more
likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Before starting
the vehicle, always make certain that you and all your passen-
gers are properly wearing their seat belts (with children in the
rear seat, in appropriate restraints).
Fuel economy
N00628800149
Fuel economy is dependent on many factors. Your personal
driving habits can have a significant effect on your fuel use.
Several recommendations for achieving the greatest fuel econ-
omy are listed below.
Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate
slowly and smoothly.
When parked for even a short period, do not idle the
engine. Shut it off.
Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.
Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures.
When you drive on highways or dry improved roads, set
the drive mode-selector “2WD”, “4WD AUTO” or “TAR-
MAC” position (if so equipped).
For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately
50 mph (80 km/h) when traffic, roadway and weather con-
ditions safely permit.
Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle lubricated
according to the recommendations in this manual.
Always keep your vehicle well maintained. A poorly
maintained engine wastes fuel and costs money.
Never overload your vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles. Avoid abrupt
maneuvers and excessive speed. Always buckle up.
BK0115300US.book 2 ページ 2009年7月16日 木曜日 午前9時13分
Page 702 of 714

Specifications
9-11
9 Capacity
N01148000833
Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel
(approximate)
Front-wheel drive vehicles 16.6 gal (63 L)
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2All-wheel drive vehicles 15.8 gal (60 L)
Engine oil
2.4 liter
Oil pan 4.5 qt (4.3 L)
Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark (“star-
burst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, and API classification SM
can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
3.0 liter
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L)Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Power steering As required Genuine Mitsubishi Power Steering FluidAutomatic transaxle 8.7 qt (8.2 L) Dia queen ATF - J3Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 7.5 qt (7.1 L) Dia queen CVTF - J1Transfer oil .52 qt (0.49 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80 or 90Differential
Rear axle .53 qt (0.5 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80
Brake As required Conforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2Engine coolant
{Includes .69 qt
(0.65 L) in
reserve tank}
Automatic transaxle 10.0 qt (9.5 L)
Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalentCVT 7.9 qt (7.5 L)
Washer fluid 4.8 qt (4.5 L) —Refrigerant (air conditioning)Refer to the “Air
conditioning label”
on page 9-2.HFC-134a
BK0115300US.book 11 ページ 2009年7月16日 木曜日 午前9時13分
Page 706 of 714

Alphabetical index
3
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-5
,3-43
Electronically controlled 4WD system 3-112
Emission-control system maintenance 7-34
Engine
Compartment 7-7
Coolant 7-11
,9-11
Hood 7-4
MIVEC 3-34,3-43
,3-92
Oil and oil filter 7-8,9-11
Overheating 6-5
Serial number 9-2
Specification 9-9
Engine coolant temperature display 3-171
Engine hood 7-4
Exhaust system 7-40
F
Floor console box 3-284
Fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid 7-16
,9-11
Brake fluid 9-11
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid 7-17
,9-11
Engine coolant 7-11
,9-11
Engine oil 7-8
Power steering fluid 7-20
,9-11
Rear axle oil 7-18
Transfer oil 7-18
Washer fluid 7-19
,9-11
Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-11Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) 3-16
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Indicators 3-208
Replacement 7-64
Switch 3-224
Front seat adjustment 2-5
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-60
Front turn-signal light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-62
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel hoses 7-35
Fuel selection 1-2
Tank capacity 9-11
Fuses 7-42
Fusible links 7-41
G
General maintenance
Maintenance 7-37
General vehicle data 9-6
Genuine parts 1-8
Glove compartment 3-281
BK0115300US.book 3 ページ 2009年7月16日 木曜日 午前9時13分