2011 MITSUBISHI COLT Owner's Manual (in English)

2.Accelerate or decelerate to your desired
speed, then press and release the “COAST
SET” switch (B) when the “CRUISE” indica-
tion lamp is illuminated. The vehicle will
then maintain the desired speed.
NOTE
l When you release the “COAST SET”
switch, the vehicle speed will be set.
To increase the set speed E00609400479
There are 2 ways to increase the set speed.
“ACC RES” switch
Press and hold the “ACC RES” switch (C) while
driving at the set speed, and your speed will then
gradually increase.
When you reach your desired speed, release the
switch. Your new cruising speed is now set.
To increase your speed in small amounts, press the
“ACC RES” switch for less than about 1 second
and release it.
Each time you press the “ACC RES” switch, your
vehicle will go about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster.
Accelerator pedal
While driving at the set speed, use the accelerator
pedal to reach your desired speed and then press
the “COAST SET” switch (B) and release the
switch momentarily to set a new desired cruising
speed.To decrease the set speed E00609500409
There are 2 ways to decrease the set speed.
“COAST SET” switch
Press and hold the “COAST SET” switch (B) while
driving at the set speed, and your speed will slow
down gradually.
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When you reach your desired speed, release the
switch. Your new cruising speed is now set.
To slow down your speed in small amounts, press
the “COAST SET” switch for less than about 1 sec-
ond and release it.
Each time you press the “COAST SET” switch,
your vehicle will slow down by about 1.6 km/h
(1 mph).
Brake pedal
While driving at the set speed, use the brake pedal,
which disengages the cruise control, then press the
“COAST SET” switch (B) and release the switch
momentarily to set a new desired cruising speed.To temporarily increase or decrease
the speed E00609600149
To temporarily increase the speed
Depress the accelerator pedal as you would normal-
ly. When you release the pedal, you will return to
your set speed.
NOTE
l In some driving conditions, the set speed driv-
ing may be deactivated. If this happens, refer
to “To activate” on page 4-32 and repeat the
speed setting procedure.
To temporarily decrease the speed
Depress the brake pedal to decrease the speed. To
return to the previously set speed, press the “ACC
RES” switch (C).
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Refer to “To resume the set speed” on page 4-35.To deactivateE00609700889
The set speed driving can be deactivated as follows:
l Press the “ON OFF” switch (A) (Cruise con-
trol will be turned off.)
l Press the “CANCEL” switch (D).
l Depress the brake pedal.
The set speed driving is deactivated automatically
in any of the following ways.
l When you depress the clutch pedal (on vehi-
cles with manual transmission).
l When your speed slows to about 15 km/h
(9 mph) or more below the set speed because
of a hill, etc. (on vehicles with manual trans-
mission).
l When your speed slows to about 40 km/h
(25 mph) or less.
l When the Active Stability Control system
(ASC) starts operating. (if so equipped)
Refer to “Traction control system (TCL)/Ac-
tive stability control system (ASC)” on page
4-30.WARNINGl On vehicles with AMT, although the set
speed driving will be deactivated when
shifting to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position,
never move the allshift lever to the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position while driving.
You would have no engine braking and
could cause a serious accident.
Also, the set speed driving may be deactivated as
follow:
l When the engine speed rises and approaches
the tachometer’s red zone (the red-coloured
part of the tachometer dial).
CAUTIONl When the set speed driving is deactivated
automatically in any situation other than
those listed above, there may be a system
malfunction.
Press the “ON OFF” switch to turn off
the cruise control and have your vehicle
inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.To resume the set speed E00609800457
If the set speed driving is deactivated by the condi-
tion described in “To deactivate” on page 4-35,
you can resume the previously set speed by press-
ing the “ACC RES” switch (C) while driving at a
speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or higher.
Under either of the following conditions, however,
using the switch does not allow you to resume the
previously set speed. In these situations, repeat the
speed setting procedure:
l The “ON OFF” switch is pressed.
l The ignition switch is turned OFF.
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l“CRUISE” indication lamp is turned OFF.Cargo loads
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Cargo loads precautionsCAUTIONl When loading luggage, be careful to the
following. •Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage
compartment whenever possible.
• Distribute cargo or luggage evenly not
to be unbalanced in weight of a load.
• Do not place cargo or luggage on the
instrument panel.
Also, do not stack up cargo or luggage
on the front passenger’s seat or the
rear seats.
Having the driver’s vision blocked,
and your cargo being thrown inside
the cabin if you suddenly have to
brake can cause a serious accident or
injury.Trailer towing E00610000488
In order to tow a trailer with your vehicle, have a
trailer towing device that meets all relevant regula-
tions in your area, mounted consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
The regulations concerning the towing of a trailer
may differ from country to country. You are ad-
vised to obey the regulations in each area.CAUTIONl Danger of Accident!
A towing bar should be fitted according
to MITSUBISHI MOTORS guidelines.
NOTE
l If you are going to tow a trailer, pay careful
attention to the following points.
Maximum towable weight with brake
and maximum trailer-nose weight
Never exceed the maximum towable weight with
brake and the maximum trailer-nose weight as lis-
ted in the specifications.
(Refer to page 9-07.)
If you tow a trailer at an altitude of more than
1,000 m above sea-level, reduce your weight by
10 % of the gross combination weight for every in-
crease of 1,000 m above sea-level, as the engine out-
put is lowered owing to decrease in atmospheric
pressure.
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Towing bar mounting specifications
See the following table for fixing points (A) for the
towing bar.3-door models1111 mm15214 mm2195 mm16435 mm380 mm17470 mm4452 mm18506 mm5425 mm19458 mm6410 mm20442 mm7443 mm21193 mm8450 mm2210 mm9 *1457 mm (unladen)
370 mm (laden)23222 mm*1 : Except for vehicles with turbocharger
*2 : Vehicles with turbocharger9*2464 mm (unladen)
389 mm (laden)24111 mm10456 mm25435 mm11445 mm26470 mm12150 mm27504 mm1313 mm28118 mm14137 mm2982 mm*1 : Except for vehicles with turbocharger
*2 : Vehicles with turbocharger
Item 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8: at kerb weight
NOTE l The value of item 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 is applicable
to unladen vehicles. This value can also be
varied depending on the tyre size, optional
equipment and suspension conditions.
l The value of item 9 can also be varied depend-
ing on the tyre size, optional equipment and
suspension conditions.
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5-door models1111 mm14137 mm2275 mm15278 mm370 mm16436 mm4452 mm17470 mm5425 mm18504 mm6410 mm19458 mm7443 mm20442 mm8450 mm21193 mm9*1466 mm (unladen)
378 mm (laden)229.5 mm*1 : Except for vehicles with turbocharger
*2 : Vehicles with turbocharger9*2473 mm (unladen)
395 mm (laden)23222.5 mm10456 mm24183 mm11445 mm25436 mm12150 mm26470 mm1313 mm27504 mm*1 : Except for vehicles with turbocharger
*2 : Vehicles with turbocharger
Item 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8: at kerb weight
NOTE l The value of item 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 is applicable
to unladen vehicles. This value can also be
varied depending on the tyre size, optional
equipment and suspension conditions.
l The value of item 9 can also be varied depend-
ing on the tyre size, optional equipment and
suspension conditions.
Operating hints l Do not let the clutch slip and do not increase
the engine speed more than necessary when
starting.
l Be sure that the driving speed does not ex-
ceed 100 km/h (62 mph) for trailer operation.
It is also recommended that you obey the lo-
cal regulations in case driving speed with a
trailer is limited to less than 100 km/h
(62 mph).
l To prevent shocks from the overrun brake, de-
press the brake pedal lightly at first and then
more strongly.
l To make full use of engine braking, change
to a lower gear before descending a slope.
l The body, brakes, clutch, and chassis will be
under additional strain when towing a trailer.
l The heavier weight and higher rolling and air
resistance will increase fuel consumption.
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Ventilators.................................................................................... 5-02
Heater*..........................................................................................5-04
Automatic air conditioning* ......................................................... 5-07
Important operation tips for the air conditioning..........................5-11
Air purifier .................................................................................... 5-12
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player* ................5-12
To use the external audio input function ......................................5-27
Steering wheel audio remote control switches* ...........................5-28
Error codes .................................................................................... 5-30
Handling of compact discs ........................................................... 5-32
Antenna ......................................................................................... 5-33
Digital clock* ............................................................................... 5-34
Sun visors ..................................................................................... 5-36
Vanity mirror ................................................................................ 5-37
Accessory socket .......................................................................... 5-37
Interior lamps ................................................................................ 5-38
Storage spaces...............................................................................5-39
Cup holder .................................................................................... 5-42
Rear shelf panel* .......................................................................... 5-42
Coat hooks* .................................................................................. 5-43For pleasant driving5

VentilatorsE00700100647
1- Centre ventilators
2- Side ventilators
NOTE l Do not place beverages on top of the instru-
ment panel. If they splash into the air condi-
tioning ventilators, they could damage the sys-
tem.
Air flow and direction adjustments E00700200635
Push the section of the ventilator (A) to open it up.
Close the ventilators by pushing the section of the
(B).OpenClose
Change the direction of the airflow by turning the
ventilator itself.
NOTE
l On air conditioned vehicles, the cool air
from the ventilators may appear as a mist.
This is due to moist air being suddenly
cooled by the air conditioning. This will
clear after a few moments.
Changing the mode selection E00700301398
To change the position and amount of air flowing
from the ventilators, turn the mode selection dial.
(Refer to “Mode selection dial” on pages 5-05,
5-08.
These symbols are used in the next several illustra-
tions to demonstrate the quantity of air coming
from the ventilators.
: Small amount of air from the ventilators: Medium amount of air from the ventilators: Large amount of air from the ventilators
Face position
Air flows only to the upper part of the passenger
compartment.
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