
KeysE00300101608
Two keys are provided. The key fits all locks.
Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.
Type 1Type 2
WARNINGl When  taking  a  key  on  flights,  do  not
press  any  switches  on  the  key  while  on
the  plane.  If  a  switch  is  pressed  on  the
plane,  the  key  emits  electromagnetic
waves,  which  could  adversely  affect  the
plane’s flight operation.
When  carrying  a  key  in  a  bag,  be  careful
that  no  switches  on  the  key  can  be  easily
pressed by mistake.
NOTE
l The  key  number  is  stamped  on  the  tag  as  in-
dicated in the illustration.
Make  a  record  of  the  key  number  and  store
the  key  and  key  number  tag  in  separate  pla-
ces,  so  that  you  can  order  a  key  in  the  event
the original keys are lost.
l The key is a precision electronic device with
a  built-in  signal  transmitter.  Please  observe
the  following  in  order  to  prevent  a  malfunc-
tion. •Do not leave in a place that is exposed to
direct  sunlight,  for  example  on  the  dash-
board.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do  not  excessively  bend  the  key  or  sub-
ject it to strong impacts.
• Do not expose to water.
• Keep away from magnetic key holders.
• Keep  away  from  audio  systems,  personal
computers,  TVs,  and  other  equipment
that generates a magnetic field.
• Do  not  clean  with  ultrasonic  cleaners  or
similar equipment.
• Do not leave the key where it may be ex-
posed to high temperature or high humid-
ity.
l The  engine  is  designed  so  that  it  will  not
start if the ID code registered in the immobil-
izer  computer  and  the  key’s  ID  code  do  not
match. Refer to the “Electronic immobilizer”
section for details and key usage.
Locking and unlocking
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1  

Indication lampsE00501600012Turn-signal indication lamps/
Hazard warning indication
lamps E00501700185
These  indication  lamps  blink  on  and  off
when a turn-signal lamp is operating.
NOTE l If  the  blinking  is  too  fast,  the
cause  may  be  a  blown  lamp  bulb
or a faulty turn-signal connection.
When the hazard warning lamp switch is
pressed,  all  turn-signal  lamps  will  flash
on and off continuously.High-beam indication lamp E00501800115
This  indication  lamp  illuminates  when
the high-beam is used.Front fog lamp indication
lamp* E00501900347
This  indication  lamp  illuminates  while
the front fog lamps are on.Rear fog lamp indication lamp E00502000114
This  indication  lamp  illuminates  while
the rear fog lamp is on.Diesel preheat indication lamp E00502300250
This  indication  lamp  illuminates  when
the ignition switch is placed in the “ON”
position.  As  the  glow  plug  becomes  hot,
the  lamp  goes  out  and  the  engine  can  be
started.CAUTIONl If  the  diesel  preheat  indication
lamp  comes  on  after  the  engine
is started, the engine speed may
not  rise  above  the  idling  speed
because  of  fuel  freezing.  In  this
case,  keep  the  engine  idling  for
about  ten  minutes,  then  turn
off  the  ignition  switch  and  im-
mediately  turn  it  on  again  to
confirm  that  the  diesel  preheat
indication lamp is off.
NOTE
l If the engine is cold, the diesel pre-
heat indication lamp is on for a lon-
ger time.
l When the engine has not been star-
ted  within  about  5  seconds  after
the  diesel  preheat  indication  lamp
went  out,  return  the  ignition
switch  to  the  “LOCK”  position.
Then,  turn  the  switch  to  the  “ON”
position  to  preheat  the  engine
again.
l When the engine is warm, the die-
sel  preheat  indication  lamp  does
not  come  on  even  if  the  ignition
switch is placed in the “ON” posi-
tion.Fuel filter indication lamp E00509900170
This  indication  lamp  illuminates  when
the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position  and  goes  off  after  the  engine
has  started.  If  it  lights  up  while  the  en-
gine  is  running,  it  indicates  that  water
has  accumulated  inside  the  fuel  filter;  if
this  happens,  remove  the  water  from  the
fuel filter.
Refer  to  “Removal  of  water  from  the
fuel filter” on page 6-06.
When  the  lamp  goes  out,  you  can  re-
sume driving. If it either does not go out
or  comes  on  from  time  to  time,  we  rec-
ommend you to have the vehicle inspec-
ted.
Instruments and controls
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3        

CAUTIONlNever  install  a  limited-slip  differential,
which  is  not  a  MITSUBISHI MOTORS
genuine  part,  as  the  ABS  may  not  func-
tion normally.
We  recommend  you  to  consult  a
MITSUBISHI  MOTORS   Authorized
Service Point.ABS warning lamp E00607201164
The ABS warning lamp should illuminate when the
ignition  switch  is  turned  “ON”,  and  should  go  off
in a few seconds.
CAUTIONl If  the  warning  lamp  stays  on  or  does  not
illuminate when you start the vehicle, it in-
dicates  that  the  ABS  is  not  functioning
and  that  only  the  standard  brake  system
is in operation. (In this condition the stand-
ard hydraulic brake system will still func-
tion.) We recommend you to have your ve-
hicle inspected as soon as possible.
NOTE
l On  vehicles  with  the  rear  differential  lock,
ABS  and  the  active  stability  &  traction  con-
trol  (ASTC)  functions  are  suspended  while
the rear differential lock is activated.
ASTC indication lamp, Active Stability Con-
trol function OFF indication lamp, ABS warn-
ing lamp and brake warning lamp are illumi-
nated while these functions are suspended.
It does not indicate a problem. When the rear
differential  lock  is  disengaged,  these  lamps
go out and function again.
Refer to “ ASTC indication lamp, ASTC OFF
indication lamp” on page 4-47.
l On  vehicles  with  rear  differential  lock,  ABS
functionality is suspended while the rear dif-
ferential lock is operating.
The  ABS  warning  lamp  is  illuminated  while
ABS  functionality  is  suspended.  It  does  not
indicate  a  problem.  When  the  rear  differen-
tial  lock  is  disengaged,  the  ABS  warning
lamp goes off and the ABS functions again.
Refer  to  “Rear  differential  lock”  on  page
4-34.
If the warning lamp illuminates while
driving E00607300663
If only the ABS warning lamp illuminates l Avoid  hard  braking  and  high-speed  driving.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Restart  the  engine  and  check  to  see  whether
the  lamp  goes  out  after  a  few  minutes  driv-
ing;  if  it  then  remains  off  during  driving,
there is no problem.
However, if the lamp does not go out, or if it
lights  up  again  when  the  vehicle  is  driven,
we  recommend  you  to  have  the  vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
l The  ABS  warning  lamp  can  illuminate  if  the
battery  voltage  is  insufficient  when  the  en-
gine  is  started.  In  this  case,  it  does  not  indi-
cate an ABS fault.
Charge  the  battery  by  allowing  the  engine  to
idle for a while.
If  the  battery  has  been  charged  but  the  ABS
warning lamp continues to illuminate or illu-
minates  intermittently,  have  the  vehicle  in-
spected.
If the ABS warning lamp and brake warning
lamp illuminate at the same time
l The  ABS  and  brake  force  distribution  func-
tion  may  not  work,  so  hard  braking  could
make the vehicle unstable.
Avoid  hard  braking  and  high-speed  driving.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS  Authorized Service
Point.
Starting and driving
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7.Remove dipstick and read the automatic trans-
mission fluid level.
The fluid level should always be between the
two marks on the dipstick.WARNINGl Do  not  spill  the  fluid  onto  a  hot  exhaust
manifold  during  topping  up  or  inspec-
tion, or a fire may occur.
Fluid type
Use  only  “DIA  QUEEN  ATF  SP  III”  transmission
fluid to ensure optimum transmission performance.
Washer fluid E01000700672
The windscreen washer fluid reservoir is in the en-
gine compartment.
Check  the  washer  fluid  level  at  regular  intervals
and add washer fluid to reservoir if necessary.
NOTE
l The  washer  fluid  container  serves  the  wind-
screen and headlamps (if so equipped).
During cold weather
To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  washers  at  low
temperatures,  use  a  fluid  containing  an  anti-freez-
ing agent.
Brake fluid E01000900687
To check the fluid level
Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir.
The brake fluid level must be between the “MAX”
and “MIN” marks on the reservoir.
The brake fluid level is monitored by a float. When
the  brake  fluid  level  falls  below  the  “MIN”  mark,
the brake fluid warning lamp lights up.
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake
pads, but this does not indicate any abnormality.
If  the  brake  fluid  level  falls  markedly  in  a  short
length of time, it indicates leaks from the brake sys-
tem.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the vehi-
cle checked.
Fluid type
Use  brake  fluid  conforming  to  DOT3  or  DOT4.
The brake fluid is hygroscopic. Too much moisture
in the brake fluid will adversely affect the brake sys-
tem, reducing the brake performance.
Maintenance
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