2011 MITSUBISHI COLT charging

Charge warning lampE00502700036
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and the lamp goes off after the engine
has started.
In the event of a fault in the charging sys-
tem, the warning lamp comes on and a
buzzer sounds.CAUTIONl If the warning lamp illuminates
and a buzzer sounds while the
engine is running, there is a
problem in the charging sys-
tem. In this case, immediately
park your vehicle in a safe
place and we recommend you
to have it checked.Oil pressure warning lamp E00502800053
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and the lamp goes off after the engine
has started. If it illuminates and a buzzer
sounds while the engine is running, the
oil pressure is too low.
If the warning lamp illuminates while
the engine is running, turn the engine off
and have it inspected.CAUTIONl If this lamp illuminates when
the engine oil level is not low,
have it inspected.
l This warning lamp does not in-
dicate the amount of oil in the
crankcase. This must be deter-
mined by checking the oil level
on the dipstick, while the en-
gine is switched off.
l If you continue driving with
low engine oil level or with this
warning lamp illuminated, en-
gine seizure may occur.
NOTE
l The oil pressure warning lamp
should not be treated as an indica-
tion of the engine’s oil level. The
oil level must be checked using
the dipstick.
High coolant temperature
warning lamp E00503000023
This lamp illuminates and a buzzer
sounds if the coolant temperature be-
comes excessively high.CAUTIONl If the lamp illuminates during
vehicle operation, it indicates
that the engine is possibly over-
heating. Continued driving
could make the engine fail. Im-
mediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and take appropriate
action. (Refer to “Engine over-
heating” on page 6-04.)
NOTE
l The high coolant temperature
warning lamp may illuminates
when the vehicle has been driven
at high speeds or on hilly roads.
This flashing does not necessarily
indicate a problem. It should stop
if you keep the engine running for
a while or continue driving the ve-
hicle.
Door ajar warning lamp E00503300723
This lamp illuminates when a door or
the tailgate is either open or incomplete-
ly closed.
A buzzer sounds if the vehicle speed ex-
ceeds 5 km/h (3 mph) with a door or the
tailgate ajar.
Instruments and controls
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2. Press the AUX button (2).The display (3) will show “AUX” and then
the external audio input mode will be activa-
ted.
3. To deactivate the external audio input mode,
press the AUX button (2). To switch to anoth-
er mode.CAUTIONl Do not operate the connected audio equip-
ment while driving.
This could distract you and an accident
might occur.
NOTE
l The connected audio equipment cannot be op-
erated with the vehicle’s audio system.
l Depending on the connected audio equip-
ment, it may produce noise from the speakers.
l Use the connected audio equipment’s own
power source, such as its battery.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if
the connected audio equipment is used while
charging it using the accessory socket of the
vehicle.
l Do not activate the external audio input
mode when no audio equipment is connected.
Otherwise, noise may be produced from the
speakers.
l Connect audio equipment when the external
audio input mode is deactivated or lower the
vehicle’s speaker volume before connecting it.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if
audio equipment is connected after the exter-
nal audio input mode is activated.
l Compared to the CD player mode and radio
mode, the vehicle’s speaker volume will be
lower in the external audio input mode. There-
fore, be careful when switching from the ex-
ternal audio input mode to the CD player
mode or radio mode since the speaker vol-
ume will be higher.
l Do not use excessive force on the connection
cord. Otherwise, the cord and connectors
may be damaged.
l If the connection cord alone is left connected
to the auxiliary audio connector, noise may
be produced from the speakers.
l For information on how to connect and oper-
ate the commercially available audio equip-
ment, refer to the owner’s manual for the com-
mercially available audio equipment.Steering wheel audio remote
control switches* E00710000447
The remote control switch is located on the left
side of the steering wheel.
It can be used when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” or “ACC” positions.
1- Volume up button
2- Volume down button
3- Power switch/mode selector button
4- Seek up/track up/fast-forward button
5- Seek down/track down/ fast-reverse button
NOTE l When operating the steering wheel audio re-
mote control switches, do not operate more
than one at the same time.
Turning on the power
Press the power switch (3) to turn on the power.
When you turn the power on, the mode that was se-
lected when the power was last turned off appears.
To turn off the power, press and hold down the pow-
er switch (3) for about 2 seconds until you hear a
beep.
For pleasant driving
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4.Connect one end of one jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the discharged bat-
tery (A), and the other end to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery (B).Except for vehicles with turbochargerVehicles with turbocharger
5. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to
the negative (-) terminal of the booster bat-
tery (B), and the other end to the engine
block of the vehicle with the discharged bat-
tery at the point farthest from the battery.
NOTE
l Open the cover before connecting the jumper
cable to the positive (+) terminal of the battery.
Refer to “Battery” on page 8-10.WARNINGl Be sure to observe the connecting se-
quence of .
l Make sure that the connection is made
to the appointed position (shown in the il-
lustration). If the connection is made di-
rectly to the negative side of the battery,
the inflammable gasses generated from
the battery might catch fire and explode.
l When connecting the jumper cables, do
not connect the positive (+) cable to the
negative (-) terminal. Otherwise sparks
might cause explosion of the battery.
CAUTIONl Take care not to get the jumper cable
caught in the cooling fan or other rotat-
ing part in the engine compartment.
l Use the proper cables suitable for the bat-
tery size to prevent overheating of the ca-
bles.
l Check the jumper cables for damage and
corrosion before use.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has the
booster battery, let the engine idle a few mi-
nutes, then start the engine in the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
CAUTIONl Keep the engine of the vehicle giving assis-
tance running.
7. After the engine is started, disconnect the ca-
bles in the reverse order.
8.
WARNINGl Charging the battery while it is installed
in the vehicle might cause the battery to
catch fire and explode.
Or damage to the vehicle could result. If
it has to be charged in that condition for
unavoidable reasons, disconnect the vehi-
cle side negative (-) terminal connected to
the battery.
l Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away
from the battery because the battery may
produce an explosion.
l Use adequate ventilation when charging
or using the battery in an enclosed space.
l Remove all the caps before charging the
battery.
l Electrolyte is corrosive diluted sulphuric
acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid) comes into con-
tact with your hands, eyes, clothes and
the painted surface of your vehicle, it
should be thoroughly flushed with water.
If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and thoroughly,
and get prompt medical attention.
For emergencies
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CAUTIONlDo not attempt to start the engine by pull-
ing or pushing the vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.
l Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
l Keep the battery out of the reach of chil-
dren.
NOTE
l If the vehicle is put in motion without fully
charging the battery, it might cause the loss
of smooth engine operation and the anti-lock
brake warning lamp to illuminate. Refer to
“ Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” on page
4-27.
l For Clear Tec models, press the “Auto Stop
& Go (AS&G) OFF” switch to deactivate the
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system and pre-
vent the engine from automatically stopping
before the battery is sufficiently charged. Re-
fer to “To deactivate” on page 4-16.
Engine overheating E00800601839
If the high coolant temperature warning lamp flash-
es during the engine is running, the engine may be
overheating. If this occurs, take the following cor-
rective measures: 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from the en-
gine compartment.

[ If steam does not come from the engine com-
partment]
With the engine still running, raise the bon-
net to ventilate the engine compartment.
NOTE l For Clear Tec models, press the “Auto Stop
& Go (AS&G) OFF” switch to deactivate the
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system before stop-
ping the vehicle. Refer to “To deactivate” on
page 4-16.
[If steam is coming from the engine compart-
ment]
Stop the engine, and when the steam stops,
raise the bonnet to ventilate the engine com-
partment. Restart the engine.WARNINGl Do not open the bonnet while steam is com-
ing from the engine compartment. It
could cause steam or hot water to spurt
out, causing burns. Hot water could spurt
out even when there is no steam coming
out, and some parts will be very hot. Be
very careful when opening the bonnet.WARNINGl Be careful of hot steam, which could blow
off the reserve tank cap.
l Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is hot.
3. Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If the
fan is not turning, stop the engine immediate-
ly and have it checked.
Front
A- Cooling fan B- Radiator cap
C- Reserve tank
WARNINGl Be careful not to get your hands or
clothes caught in the cooling fans.
For emergencies
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WARNINGlKeep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery
could explode.
l The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact
with your eyes, skin, clothing, or the pain-
ted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt electro-
lyte should be flushed immediately with
ample amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from contact
with electrolyte requires immediate medi-
cal attention.
l Ventilate when charging or using the bat-
tery in an enclosed space.CAUTIONl Never disconnect the battery with the ig-
nition switch in the “ON” position; doing
so could damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
l Never short-circuit the battery; doing so
could cause it to overheat and be damaged.CAUTIONl Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
l If the battery is to be quick-charged, first
disconnect the battery cables.
l In order to prevent a short circuit, be
sure to disconnect the negative (-) termi-
nal first.
l Keep it out of reach of children.
l Do not bring the nearby part, the plastic
parts and so on into contact with sulphu-
ric acid (battery electrolyte) which may
crack, stain or discolour them.
If they are in contact, wipe off with soft
cloth, chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then imme-
diately rinse the affected parts with plen-
ty of water.
NOTE
l Keep the terminals clean. After the battery is
connected, apply terminal protection grease.
To clean the terminals, use lukewarm water.
l Check to see if the battery is securely instal-
led and cannot be moved during travel. Also
check each terminal for tightness.
l When the vehicle is to be left unused for a
long period of time, remove the battery and
store it in a place where the battery fluid will
not freeze. The battery should be stored only
in a fully charged condition.
Tyres E01001300226WARNINGlDriving with tyres that are worn, dam-
aged or improperly inflated can lead to a
loss of control or blow out of the tyres
which can result in a collision with seri-
ous or fatal injury.
Maintenance
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