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Overview
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
N00100201358
Combination headlights and
dimmer switch P.3-220
Turn signal lever P.3-229
Front fog light switch
(if so equipped) P.3-231
Supplemental restraint system
- airbag (for driver’s seat)
P. 2 - 3 6
Horn switch P.3-242 Instrument cluster P.3-164
Cruise control switches
(if so equipped) P.3-149 Wiper and washer switch
P. 3 - 2 3 2
Rear window wiper and
washer switch P.3-239
Fuses P.7-48
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter (if so equipped) P.3-103
Ignition switch
P.3-23, 3-34, 3-82
Steering wheel tilt lock
lever P.3-77
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-47
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-243 Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-228Multi-information meter switch P.3-168
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch P.3-146 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches
(if so equipped) P.5-127Except for RALLIART
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Overview
Combination headlights and
dimmer switch P.3-220
Turn signal lever P.3-229
Front fog light switch P.3-231
Supplemental restraint system
- airbag (for driver’s seat)
P. 2 - 3 6
Horn switch P.3-242 Instrument cluster P.3-164
Cruise control switches
P. 3 - 1 4 9
Fuses P.7-48
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter P.3-121
Ignition switch
P.3-23, 3-34, 3-82
Steering wheel tilt lock
lever P.3-77
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-47
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-243 Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-228Multi-information meter switch P.3-168
Wiper and washer switch
P. 3 - 2 3 2
Rear window wiper and
washer switch P.3-239
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch P.3-146 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches P.5-127 RALLIART
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General information
1-9
1
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems
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Mitsubishi Motors manufactures high quality vehicles with an
emphasis on safety. It is important to consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer before installation of any accessory
which may involve modification of the electrical or fuel sys-
tems.
Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts
N00301400235
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts are designed and manufac-
tured to meet high standards of performance, and are recom-
mended for all of your maintenance needs. Also available from
your Mitsubishi Motors dealer are a wide variety of accessories
to personalize your new vehicle. Each Mitsubishi Motors vehi-
cle has a selection of Mitsubishi Motors authorized accessories
to choose from to tailor your new vehicle to your own personal
preference. Your Mitsubishi Motors dealer’s Parts Manager has
information on various audio systems, protection items, as well
as interior and exterior accessories available for your specific
model.
CAUTION
!Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer concerning any such accessory fitment or
modification.
If the wires interfere with the vehicle body or
improper installation methods are used (protective
fuses not included, etc.), electronic devices may be
adversely affected, resulting in a fire, vehicle dam-
age, or other accident.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 8
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission
(Twin Clutch SST) fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . .7- 18
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 19
AWC control fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 21
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . .7- 21
Power steering fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . .7- 22
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 23
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 39Brake pedal free play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 40
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 40
Parking brake break-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 41
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 41
Emission-control system maintenance . . . . . . . . . 7- 42
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 44
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 47
Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 48
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 48
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 58
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 93
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 93
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 95
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7-48 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Fusible links
N00942700233
The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire if a large current
attempts to flow through certain electrical systems.
In case of a melted fusible link, see your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for inspection
and replacement.
For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuse load capacities” on
page 7-48.
Fuses
N00942800872
Fuse block locationTo prevent damage to the electrical system from short-circuit-
ing or overloading, each individual circuit is equipped with a
fuse. The fuse blocks are located in the passenger compartment
and in the engine compartment. Passenger compartmentThe fuse blocks in the passenger compartment are located
behind the fuse lid on the driver’s side as shown.
WA R N I N G
!Fusible links must not be replaced by any other
device. Failing to fit the correct fusible link may
result in fire in the vehicle, property destruction and
serious or fatal injuries at any time.
A- Main fuse block
B- Sub fuse block
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7
1. Open the fuse lid and pull to remove it. 2. For vehicles equipped with the bottom cover, use the
puller to loosen the 2 clips (A) and push down the bottom
cover. The puller is in the fuse block in the engine com-
partment. Refer to “Fuse replacement” on page 7-56.
WA R N I N G
!When changing fuses, do not damage the driver’s
knee airbag harness or accidentally strike the airbag
area with hard objects. Improper work methods
could result in an accidental driver’s knee airbag
deployment or could make the driver’s knee airbag
inoperable. Either of these situations could result in
serious injury or death.
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Engine compartmentIn the engine compartment, the fuse block is located as shown
in the illustration.
1. Push the lock lever.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.
Fuse load capacities This fuse list shows the names of the electrical systems and
their fuse capacities.
There are spare fuses in the cover of the fuse block in the
engine compartment. Always replace a blown fuse with one of
the same capacity as the original.
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7
*- Fusible link
Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depend-
ing on the vehicle model or specifications.
The table above shows the main equipment corresponding
to each fuse.
Engine compartment fuse location table
19 Accessory socket 15 A
20 Power window control 30 A*
21 Defogger 30 A*
22Heated
outside rearview mirrors7.5 A
23 115V Power outlet 15 A
24 Power seats 25 (20) A
25 Heated seats 30 ANo.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
*- Front of the vehicleEngine compartment fuse location
Behind the fuse block cover*
*
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