2011 MITSUBISHI COLT key

Central door locksE00300801445
NOTE l Each of the doors can be locked or unlocked
independently by using the inside lock knob.
l Repeated continuous operation between lock
and unlock could activate the central door
locking systems built-in protection circuit
and prevent the system from operating.
If this occurs, wait about 1 minute before op-
erating the inside lock knob or the key.
All of the doors and the tailgate can be locked and
unlocked as described hereafter.
Front doors with key (LHD vehicles on-
ly)
Turn the key in the driver’s door towards the front
of the vehicle to lock the doors and the tailgate and
towards the rear of the vehicle to unlock the doors
and the tailgate.
1- Lock
2- Unlock
NOTE
l For RHD vehicles, turning the key in the
front door will not operate the central door
locking system. Therefore, use the keyless en-
try system instead. If the keyless entry sys-
tem does not operate, such as when the re-
mote control switch battery is discharged,
use the key to unlock the front door.
Driver’s door with inside lock knob
Set the inside lock knob on the driver’s door to-
wards the front of the vehicle to lock the doors and
the tailgate. Set it towards the rear of the vehicle to
unlock the doors and the tailgate.
1- Lock
2- Unlock
Dead Lock System* E00305100013
The Dead Lock System helps to prevent theft.
When the keyless entry system has been used to
lock all of the doors and the tailgate, the Dead
Lock System makes it impossible to unlock the
doors using the inside lock knobs.CAUTIONl Do not set the Dead Lock System when
someone is inside the vehicle. With the
Dead Lock System set, it is not possible to
unlock the doors using the inside lock
knobs. If you erroneously set the Dead
Lock System, unlock the doors using the
UNLOCK switch of the keyless entry sys-
tem.Setting the system E00305200115
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Get out of the vehicle. Close all of the doors
and the tailgate.
3. Press the LOCK switch (A) of the keyless en-
try system to lock all of the doors and the tail-
gate. The turn-signal lamps will blink once.
4. Press the LOCK switch (A) again within 2
seconds. The turn-signal lamps will blink
three times to show that the Dead Lock Sys-
tem has been set.
Locking and unlocking
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NOTEl Pressing the LOCK switch (A) once while
the Dead Lock System is set causes the turn-
signal lamps to flash three times, so it is pos-
sible to confirm that the Dead Lock System
is set.
l It is possible to alter the system’s functionali-
ty as follows: •It is possible to disable the operation con-
firmation function (flashing of the turn-
signal lamps).
• It is possible to change the number of
times the operation confirmation function
causes the turn-signal lamps to flash for
confirmation of system operation.
For details, please contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Cancelling the system E00305300031
When the UNLOCK switch (B) of the keyless en-
try system is pressed to unlock the doors and tail-
gate, the Dead Lock System is simultaneously can-
celled.
NOTE
l If neither a door nor the tailgate is opened
within 30 seconds of unlocking, the doors
and tailgate are automatically relocked and
the Dead Lock System is simultaneously set
again.
l Even when it is not possible to use the key-
less entry system to unlock the doors, it is pos-
sible to use the key to unlock a door. When
the key is used to unlock a door, the Dead
Lock System is cancelled for only that door.
If you wish to subsequently unlock all of the
doors, turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
or “ACC” position.
l It is possible to adjust the duration after
which automatic relocking takes place when
the UNLOCK switch (B) has been pressed.
For details, please contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.Testing the system E00305400029
Open all of the door windows, then set the Dead
Lock System. (Refer to “Setting the system” on
page 1-07.)
After setting the Dead Lock System, reach into the
vehicle through the windows and confirm that you
cannot unlock the doors using the lock knobs.
NOTE l If you need advice on how to set the Dead
Lock System or if it should be difficult to un-
derstand, please contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
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“Child-protection” rear doors (5-door models) E00300900638
1- Lock
2- Free
Child protection helps prevent doors from being
opened accidentally, especially when small chil-
dren are in the rear seat.
A lever is provided on each rear door.
If the lever is set to the locked position, the rear
door cannot be opened using the inside handle.
To open the rear door while the child protection is
in use, pull the outside door handle.
If the lever is set to the “Free” position, the child
protection mechanism does not function.
CAUTIONl When driving with a child in the rear
seat, please use the child protection to pre-
vent accidental door opening which may
cause an accident.Tailgate E00301400890WARNINGlIt is dangerous to drive with the tailgate
open, since carbon monoxide (CO) gas
can enter the cabin.
You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
l When opening and closing the tailgate,
make sure that there are no people near-
by and be careful not to hit your head or
pinch your hands, neck, etc.CAUTIONl Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe
when loading and unloading luggage.
Heat from the exhaust could lead to burns.
NOTE
l Locking/unlocking of the driver’s door by us-
ing the key (LHD vehicles only), inside lock
knob (driver side) or keyless entry system al-
so locks/unlocks the tailgate.
To lock or unlock from inside the vehi-
cle
The tailgate can be locked or unlocked by using the
inside lock knob (driver side), regardless of the po-
sition of the ignition key.
1- Lock
2- Unlock
If the tailgate is locked or unlocked by using the in-
side lock knob (driver side), it can still be locked or
unlocked with the key.
NOTE l Repeated continuous operating between lock
and unlock could cause the central door
locks’ built-in protection circuit to prevent
the system from operating. If this occurs,
wait about 1 minute before operating the knob.
Locking and unlocking
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Manual window control (5-door
models, rear door window only)* E00302100083
1- To open
2- To close
Electric window control E00302200042
The electric windows can only be operated with the
ignition switch in the “ON” position.Electric window control switch E00302301330
Each door window opens or closes while the corre-
sponding switch is operated.
1- Driver’s door window
2- Front passenger’s door window
3- Rear left door window (5-door models)*
4- Rear right door window (5-door models)*
5- Lock switch
WARNINGl Before operating the electric window con-
trol, make sure that nothing is capable of
being trapped (head, hand, finger, etc.).
l Never leave the vehicle without removing
the key.
l Never leave a child (or other person who
might not be capable of safe operation of
the electric window control) in the vehicle
alone.
l The child may tamper with the switch at
the risk of its hands or head being trap-
ped in the window.
NOTE
l Repeated operation with the engine stopped
will run down the battery. Operate the win-
dow switches only while the engine is running.
Driver’s switches
The driver’s switches can be used to operate all
door windows. A window can be opened or closed
by operating the corresponding switch.
Press the switch down to open the window, and
pull up the switch to close it.
If the switch for the driver’s window is fully press-
ed down, the door window automatically opens com-
pletely.
If you want to stop the window movement, pull up
the switch.
Passenger’s switches
The passenger’s switches can be used to operate
the corresponding passenger’s door windows.
Locking and unlocking
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1LHD RHD

CAUTIONlThe seat belts must not be twisted when
worn.
3. Pull the belt slightly to adjust slackness as de-
sired.
To unfasten
Hold the latch plate and push the button on the buck-
le.
NOTE
l As the belt retracts automatically, keep hold-
ing the latch plate while retracting so that the
belt stows slowly. Failure to do this could
damage the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder/warning lamp E00409800497
A tone and warning lamp are used to remind the
driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt.
NOTE
l For the front passenger seat, the warning func-
tion works only while a person is sitting on
the seat.
When the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, the warning lamp will come on and a tone
will sound for about 6 seconds. If the front seat belt
remains unfastened approximately 1 minute later,
the warning lamp will flash and the tone sound in-
termittently (each 12 times) when the vehicle is driv-
en. If the passenger subsequently unfastens the seat
belt while driving, the warning lamp and tone will
issue further warnings. And if the seat belt remains
unfastened, the warning lamp and tone will issue
further warnings each time the vehicle starts mov-
ing from a stop. When the seat belt is fastened, the
warnings will stop.
WARNINGl In order to reduce the risk of serious or fa-
tal injury in an accident, always wear
your own seat belt. Do not allow anyone
to ride in your vehicle unless he or she is
also seated and wearing a seat belt. Chil-
dren should additionally be restrained in
a secure child restraint system.
NOTE
l When luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, a sensor in the seat cushion may, de-
pending on the weight and position of the lug-
gage, cause the warning tone to sound and
the warning lamp to come on.
Adjustable seat belt anchor (front
seats) E00405000055
The seat belt anchor height can be adjusted.
Move the seat belt anchor down with the lock knob
(A) depressed. To move the anchor up, slide it with-
out depressing the lock knob (A).
Anchor downAnchor up
Seat and seat belts
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Suitability for various ISOFIX positionsE00411400331Mass groupSize classFixtureVehicle ISOFIX positionsSecond outboardCarrycotFISO/L1XGISO/L2X X0- Up to 10 kgEISO/R1X X0+- Up to 13 kgEISO/R1XDISO/R2XCISO/R3X XI- 9 to 18 kgDISO/R2XCISO/R3XBISO/F2IUFB1ISO/F2XIUF, IL*1AISO/F3IUF XII- 15 to 25 kg XIII- 22 to 36 kg XKey of letters to be inserted in the table above:
l
IUF- Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraints systems of universal category approved for use in the mass group.
l IL- Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems given in the following list (MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine parts).
l X- ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and/or this size class.
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Suitability for various seating positionsE00406800975
Mass group
Seating positionFront passengerRear outboardRear centreActivated airbagDeactivated airbag*13-door models5-door models0- Up to 10 kg (0-9 months)XUUUX0+- Up to 13 kg (0-2 years)XU, L*2
, L* 3U, L* 2
, L* 3U, L* 2
, L* 3XI- 9 to 18 kg
(9 months-4 years)XU, L* 4
, L* 5
, L* 6U, L* 4
, L* 5
, L* 6U, L* 4
, L* 5
, L* 6XII & III- 15 to 36 kg (4-12 years)XU, L* 7UU, L*7X
*1
: With front passenger’s airbag deactivated by means of front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.

Key of letters to be inserted in the table above:
l U- Suitable for “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.
l L- Suitable for particular child restraints in the following list (MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine parts).
l X- Seat position not suitable for children in this mass group.
L (Genuine part information) Genuine parts No.ECE No.*2MZ312807E1-04301146*3MZ314393*4MZ313045E1-04301133*5MZ313200*6MZ314451E1-04301203*7MZ314250E1-04301169
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When the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch
is turned OFF, the indication lamp will stay on to
show that the passenger front airbag is not opera-
tional.
When the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch
is turned ON, the indication lamp goes off to show
that the front passenger’s airbag is operational.To turn an airbag off E00410600235WARNINGlTo reduce risk of serious or fatal injury:
•Always remove the key from the igni-
tion switch before operating a front
passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.
Failure to do so could adversely affect
the airbag performance.
• Wait at least 60 seconds to operate the
front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF
switch after turning the ignition
switch from “ON” position to
“LOCK” position.
The SRS airbag system is designed to
retain enough voltage to deploy the air-
bag.
• Always remove the key from a front
passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch af-
ter operating that switch.
Failure to do so could lead to improp-
er position of the front passenger’s air-
bag ON-OFF switch.
• Do not turn OFF the front passen-
ger’s airbag ON-OFF switch except
when a child restraint system is fitted
to the front passenger seat.WARNING• Turn ON the front passenger’s airbag
ON-OFF switch immediately after re-
moving a child restraint system from
the passenger seat.
• If the indication lamp does not come
on when the front passenger’s airbag
ON-OFF switch is turned OFF, do not
fit a child restraint system to the front
passenger seat. We recommend you to
have the system inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
• If the indication lamp remains on
when the front passenger’s airbag
ON-OFF switch is turned ON, do not
allow anyone to sit on the front passen-
ger seat. We recommend you to have
the system inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
To turn an airbag off, follow these steps: 1.Insert the key into the key opening of the
front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch,
push the key inwards until stopped by a
touch and then turn the key from “ON” to
“OFF” position (anticlockwise).
2. Remove the key from the key opening of that the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.
3.Insert the key into the ignition switch, and
turn the ignition to “ON” position. The front
passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp will
stay on.
The front passenger’s airbag is now deactivated
and will not deploy until switched on again.
Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag
system E00407400213
The driver’s airbag is located under the padded cov-
er in the middle of the steering wheel. The front pas-
senger’s airbag is contained in the instrument panel
above the glove box.
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