2011 MITSUBISHI COLT fuel

ForewordE09200103460
Thank you for selecting a COLT as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full enjoyment of
the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the proper way to oper-
ate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost in driving pleasure.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications and/or to make additions to or improvements in
this product without obligation to install them on products previously manu-
factured.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe all laws and reg-
ulations concerning vehicles.

This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such laws and reg-
ulations, but some of the contents may become contradictory with later amend-
ment of the laws and regulations.

Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of resale. The next
owner will appreciate having access to the information contained in this own-
er’s manual.

Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.

Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the discretion of the owner.
Throughout this owner’s manual the words WARNING and CAUTION ap-
pear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.WARNING
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if in-
structions are not followed.
CAUTION
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor personal in-
jury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE:gives helpful information.*:indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer
to the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
Information for station service E09300102435
Fuel
Fuel tank capacity47 litresFuel requirementsUnleaded petrol octane number (EN228)
95 RON or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.Engine oilRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the selection of engine oil.Tyre inflation pressureRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.
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1. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-23
2. Audio* p. 5-12
3. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen- ger’s seat) p. 2-22
4. Heater* p. 5-04 Automatic air conditioning* p. 5-07
5. Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-25
6. Rear window demister switch p. 3-29
7. Gearshift lever* p. 4-16 Allshift lever* p. 4-19
8. Heated seats switch* p. 2-06
9. Parking brake lever p. 4-06
10. Cup holder (for rear seats) p. 5-42
11. Cup holder (for front seats) p. 5-42
12. Heated seats switch* p. 2-06
13. Fuel tank filler door release lever p. 02
14. Accessory socket p. 5-37
15. Ventilators p. 5-02
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1. Audio* p. 5-12
2. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-23
3. Ventilators p. 5-02
4. Accessory socket p. 5-37
5. Fuel tank filler door release lever p. 02
6. Heated seats switch* p. 2-06
7. Cup holder (for front seats) p. 5-42
8. Cup holder (for rear seats) p. 5-42
9. Parking brake lever p. 4-06
10. Heated seats switch* p. 2-06
11. Gearshift lever* p. 4-16 Allshift lever* p. 4-19
12. Rear window demister switch p. 3-29
13. Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-25
14. Fuses p. 8-19
15. Heater* p. 5-04 Automatic air conditioning* p. 5-07
16. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen- ger’s seat) p. 2-22
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3-door models12345678910111. Electric window control p. 1-11
2. Outside rear-view mirrors p. 4-08
3. Fuel tank filler p. 02
4. Locking and unlocking p. 1-05 Keyless entry system p. 1-03
5. Side turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
6. Front turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
7. Headlamps, low/high-beam p. 3-20, 3-21, 8-23, 8-25
8. Front fog lamps* p. 3-24, 8-23, 8-26
9. Position lamps p. 3-20, 8-23, 8-25
10. Bonnet p. 8-03
11. Windscreen wipers p. 3-25
Overview

5-door models12345678910111. Electric window control p. 1-11
2. Outside rear-view mirrors p. 4-08
3. Fuel tank filler p. 02
4. Locking and unlocking p. 1-05 Keyless entry system p. 1-03
5. Side turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
6. Front turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
7. Headlamps, low/high-beam p. 3-20, 3-21, 8-23, 8-25
8. Front fog lamps* p. 3-24, 8-23, 8-26
9. Position lamps p. 3-20, 8-23, 8-25
10. Bonnet p. 8-03
11. Windscreen wipers p. 3-25
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Fuel selection................................................................................... 02
Filling the fuel tank .......................................................................... 02
Installation of accessories ................................................................ 04
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems ................05
Genuine parts ................................................................................... 05
Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal infor- mation .......................................................................................... 05
Disposal information for used batteries ...........................................06General information

Fuel selectionE00200102590Recom-
mended
fuelUnleaded petrol octane num-
ber (EN228) 95 RON or higherCAUTIONlThe use of leaded fuel can result in seri-
ous damage to the engine and catalytic
converter. Do not use leaded fuel.
NOTE
l Your vehicle has the knock control system
so that you can use unleaded petrol 90 RON
as an emergent measure in case unleaded pet-
rol 95 RON or higher is not available on jour-
ney, etc. In such a case, you don’t need to ad-
just the engine specially.
In case of using unleaded petrol 90 RON, the
engine performance level is reduced.
l Repeatedly driving short distances at low
speeds can cause deposits to form in the fuel
system and engine, resulting in poor starting
and poor acceleration. If these problems oc-
cur, you are advised to add a detergent addi-
tive to the gasoline when you refuel the vehi-
cle. The additive will remove the deposits,
thereby returning the engine to a normal con-
dition. Be sure to use a genuine
MITSUBISHI FUEL SYSTEM CLEANER.
Using an unsuitable additive could make the
engine malfunction. For details, please con-
tact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
l Poor quality petrol can cause problems such
as difficult starting, stalling, engine noise
and hesitation. If you experience these prob-
lems, try another brand and/or grade of petrol.
If the check engine warning lamp flashes,
have the system checked as soon as possible
at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.Filling the fuel tank E00200202331WARNINGlGasoline is highly flammable and explo-
sive. You could be burned or seriously in-
jured when handling it. When refueling
your vehicle, always turn the engine off
and keep away from flames, sparks, and
smoking materials. Always handle fuel in
well-ventilated outdoor areas.
l Before removing the fuel cap, be sure to
get rid of your body’s static electricity by
touching a metal part of the car or the
fuel pump. Any static electricity on your
body could create a spark that ignites
fuel vapour.
l Perform the whole refueling process
(opening the fuel tank filler door, remov-
ing the fuel cap, etc.) by yourself. Do not
let any other person come near the fuel
tank filler. If you allowed a person to
help you and that person was carrying
static electricity, fuel vapour could be ig-
nited.
l Do not move away from the fuel tank fill-
er until refueling is finished. If you
moved away and did something else (for
example, cleaning your windscreen) part-
way through the refueling process, you
could pick up a fresh charge of static elec-
tricity.
l Be careful not to inhale fuel vapour. Fuel
contains toxic substances.
General information
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WARNINGlKeep the doors and windows closed while
refueling the vehicle. If they were open,
fuel vapour could get into the cabin.
Fuel tank capacity
47 litres
Refueling 1. Before filling with fuel, stop the engine.
2. The fuel tank filler is located on the rear left
side of your vehicle.
The fuel tank filler door can be opened from
inside the vehicle with the fuel tank filler
door release lever located the side of the driv-
er’s seat.
3. Open the fuel tank filler tube by slowly turn-
ing the cap anticlockwise.
A- Remove B- Close
CAUTIONl Since the fuel system may be under pres-
sure, remove the fuel tank filler tube cap
slowly. This relieves any pressure or vac-
uum that might have built up in the fuel
tank. If the cap is venting vapour or if
you hear a hissing sound, wait until it
stops before removing the cap. Other-
wise, fuel may spray out, injuring you or
others.
4. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on
correct handling of the fuel filler gun. Do not
tilt the gun. Insert the gun in the tank port as
far as it goes.
CAUTIONl A label which reads “UNLEADED FUEL
ONLY” is attached to the fuel tank filler
lid of vehicles which can only operate us-
ing unleaded petrol. Serious engine and
catalytic converter damage will result if
leaded petrol is filled into these vehicles,
and consequently, this must never be at-
tempted.
5. When the gun stops automatically, do not fill
with fuel any more.
CAUTIONl To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do
not “top-off” the fuel tank.
General information
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