2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK Owners Manual

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3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
NOTE
When installing the lid, align the tab on the lid with the
hole on the vehicle side.
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License plate lights
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1. When removing the light unit (A), push it toward the left
side of the vehicle body.2. Use a screwdriver to gently pry up the tab (B) and remove
the lens.
NOTE
Wrap a piece of cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to
keep from scratching the lens.
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3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
NOTE
When installing the light, insert tab (C) first then align and
insert tab (D).
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Dome light (front)/Reading lights
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly.
Gently pry to remove the lens.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.2. While holding down the tab (A), pull out the bulb.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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NOTE
Before replacing the bulb, put the dome light (front)/read-
ing lights switch into the “OFF” position.

When mounting the lens, align the tab (B) with the hole
on the vehicle body.
Dome light (rear)
(if so equipped)
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly
and pry gently to remove the lens.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.
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2. While holding down the tab (A), pull out the bulb.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
NOTE
Before replacing the bulb, put the dome light (rear) switch
into the “OFF” position.

When mounting the lens, align the tabs (B) with the holes
on the vehicle body.
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Cargo room light
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly
and pry gently to remove the lens.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.2. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
NOTE
Before replacing the bulb, put the cargo room light switch
into the “OFF” position.
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7 Vehicle care precautions
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In order to maintain the value of your vehicle, perform regular
maintenance using the proper materials and procedures. Be
sure to use only those materials and procedures that meet your
local environmental pollution control regulations. Choose the
materials you will use carefully, to be sure that they do not con-
tain corrosives. If you are not sure, contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer for help in choosing these materials.
These can all be dangerous, and they all can damage your vehi-
cle.
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
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After washing the inside of your vehicle with any cleaner, wipe
it dry in a shady, well ventilated area. NOTE
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric and flocked parts
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1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft cloth soaked in a 3 %
solution of gentle soap and water.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this
cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly.
CAUTION
!
Cleaning products can be dangerous. Some are poi-
sonous. Others are highly flammable. Some are dan-
gerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
When you use anything in a container to clean your
vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions. Always
open your vehicle doors or windows when you’re
cleaning the inside. Never use the following chemi-
cals to clean your vehicle:
• Gasoline
• Carbon Tetrachloride
• Benzine
• Kerosene
• Naphtha
• Acetone
• Turpentine
• Paint Thinner
• Lacquer Thinner
• Nail Polish Remover
CAUTION
!
Do not use organic substances (solvents, benzine,
kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic
solutions.
These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or
cracking of the surface.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances men-
tioned above.
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