Wiper and washer switch
E00507101191CAUTION
l
If the
washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze, which may hinder visibility.
Warm the glass with the defroster or rear
window demister before using the washer.
Windscreen wipers E00516900273
Except for vehicles with rain sensor
The windscreen wipers can be operated with the ig-
nition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position. If the blades are frozen to the windscreen or rear
window, do
not
operate the wipers until the ice has
melted and the blades are freed, otherwise the wip-
er motor may be damaged. MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive) LO- SlowHI- Fast To adjust intermittent intervals
With the lever
in the “INT” (speed-sensitive) posi-
tion, the intermittent intervals can be adjusted by
turning the knob (A). 1- Fast
2- Slow
NOTE l The speed-sensitive-operation function of the
windscreen wipers can be deactivated.
For
further
information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
Misting function
The misting function can be used when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. Instruments and controls
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The wipers will operate once if the wiper lever is
raised to the
“MIST” position and released. This op-
eration is useful when it is drizzling, etc. The wip-
ers will continue to operate while the lever is held
in the “MIST” position. Vehicles with rain sensor
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The windscreen wipers can be operated with the ig-
nition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position. If the blades are frozen to the windscreen or rear
window, do not
operate the wipers until the ice has
melted and the blades are freed, otherwise the wip-
er motor may be damaged. MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off
AUTO- Auto-wiper control Rain sensor
The wipers will
automatically operate
depending on the degree of wetness on
the windscreen.
LO- Slow HI- Fast
Rain sensor
Can only be
used when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
If the lever is put in the “AUTO” position, the rain
sensor (A) will detect the extent of rain (or snow,
other moisture, dust, etc.) and the wipers will oper-
ate automatically.
Keep the lever in the “OFF” position if the wind-
screen is dirty and the weather is dry. Wiper operation under these conditions can scratch
the windscreen and damage the wipers.Instruments and controls
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Rear window wiper and washer
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The rear window
wiper and washer switch can be
operated with the ignition switch in the “ON” or
“ACC” position. INT- The wiper operates continuously for sev-
eral seconds then
operates intermittently
at intervals of about every 8 seconds.
OFF- Off -
The washer fluid will be sprayed onto
the
rear window
when the knob is turned
fully in either direction.
The wipers operate automatically several
times while the washer fluid is being
sprayed. NOTE
l To
ensure a
clear rearward view, the wiper
performs several continuous operations when
the reverse gear is engaged while the switch
is in the “INT” position.
Following this continuous operation, the wip-
er will automatically switch to intermittent op-
eration.
l It is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• Adjustment of the interval for intermit-tent operation
• The wipers can be changed to continuous operation by turning the knob at the end
of the lever twice to the --- (intermittent
operation) position. (Continuous opera-
tion mode)
• Changing intermittent wiper operation to continuous wiper operation
Headlamp washer switch* E00510100231
The headlamp washer can be operated when the ig-
nition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position and
the headlamps are on. Push the button once and the washer fluid will be
sprayed on to the headlamps.
NOTE
l If
the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position and the headlamps are on,
the headlamp washer operates together with
the windscreen washer the first time the wind-
screen washer lever is pulled.
Precautions to observe when using wip-
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l If the
moving
wipers become blocked by ice
or other deposits on the glass, the motor may
burn out even if the wiper switch is turned to
OFF. If obstruction occurs, park your vehicle
in a safe place, turn off the ignition, and
clean the deposits from the glass so that the
wipers operate smoothly.
l Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry.
They may scratch the glass surface and the
blades wear out prematurely. Instruments and controls
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Before using
the wipers in cold weather,
check that the wiper blades are not frozen on-
to the glass. The motor may burn out if the
wipers are used with the blades frozen onto
the glass.
l Avoid using the washer continuously for
more than 20 seconds. Do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
l Periodically check the level of washer fluid
in the reservoir and refill if required.
During cold weather, add a recommended
washer solution that will not freeze in the
washer reservoir. Failure to do so could re-
sult in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components. Wiper de-icer switch*
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The wiper de-icer
switch can be operated with the
ignition switch in the “ON” position.
When the front wipers have frozen to the wind-
screen at the parked positions, turning on this
switch will heat the windscreen to make the wipers
operable. Press the switch and the deicer will oper-
ate and turn on the indication lamp (A). NOTE
l The
switch is
automatically turned off after
operating for approximately 20 minutes. To
turn off the switch while it is operating, press
the switch again. Rear window demister switch
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The rear window
demister switch can be operated
with the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
Push the switch to turn on the rear window demis-
ter. It will be turned off automatically in about
20 minutes. To turn off the demister within
20 minutes, push the switch again.
The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the
demister is on. NOTE
l If
your vehicle
is equipped with wiper de-
icer, when the rear window demister switch
is pushed, the window glass becomes warm
and the wipers become operable. Refer to
“Wiper de-icer switch” on page 3-42.
l If your vehicle is equipped with heated mir-
rors, when the rear window demister switch
is pressed, the outside rear-view mirrors are
defogged or defrosted. Refer to “Heated mir-
ror” on page 4-11.
l The demister switch is not to melt snow but
to clear mist. Remove snow before use of the
demister switch. Instruments and controls
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CAUTION
l
Do not use a scrubbing brush or other
hard tools as they may damage the plastic
part surface.
l Do not use wax containing compound (pol-
ishing powder) which may damage the
plastic part surface.
l Do not bring the plastic parts into contact
with petrol, light oil, brake fluids, engine
oils, greases, paint thinners, and sulphu-
ric acid (battery electrolyte) which may
crack, stain or discolour the plastic parts.
If they touch the plastic parts, wipe them
off with soft cloth, chamois or the like
and an aqueous solution of neutral deter-
gent then immediately rinse the affected
parts with water.
Chrome parts E00901400115
In order to prevent spots and corrosion of chrome
parts, wash with
water, dry thoroughly, and apply a
special protective coating. This should be done
more frequently in winter.
Aluminium wheels* E00901500321
1. Remove dirt using a sponge while sprinkling
water on the wheel.
2. Use
neutral detergent on any dirt that cannot
be removed easily with water.
Rinse off the neutral detergent after washing
the wheel.
3. Dry the vehicle thoroughly using a chamois leather or a soft cloth. CAUTION
l
Do not use
a brush or other hard imple-
ment on the wheels.
Doing so could scratch the wheels.
l Do not use any cleaner that contains an
abrasive substance or is acidic or alka-
line. Doing so could cause the coating on
the wheels to peel or become discoloured
or stained.
l Do not directly apply hot water using a
steam cleaner or by any other means.
l Contact with seawater and road deicer
can cause corrosion. Rinse off such sub-
stances as soon as possible.
Window glass E00901600032
The window glass can normally be cleaned using
only a sponge and water.
Glass cleaner can
be used to remove oil, grease,
dead insects, etc. After washing the glass, wipe dry
with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Never use the same
cloth to wipe the window glass as would be used to
wipe the paintwork; wax from the painted surfaces
could adhere to the glass and reduce its transparen-
cy and visibility.
NOTE
l To clean the inside of the backdoor window,
always use a soft cloth and wipe the window
glass along the demister heater element so as
not to cause damage. Wiper blades
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Use a soft cloth and glass cleaner to remove grease,
dead insects, etc.,
from the wiper blades. Replace
the wiper blades when they no longer wipe proper-
ly. (Refer to page 8-17.)
Cleaning the sunroof* E00901800180
Clean the inside of the sunroof with a soft cloth.
Hard deposits should
be wiped away with a cloth
dipped in warm, neutral detergent solution. Wipe
away the solution with a sponge dipped in fresh wa-
ter.
NOTE
l The surface treatment on the inside of the
glass may be removed if hard cloth or organ-
ic solvent (benzine, kerosene, thinner, etc.) is
used.
Engine compartment E00902100311
Clean the engine compartment at the beginning and
end of winter.
Pay particular attention to flanges,
crevices and peripheral parts where dust containing
road chemicals and other corrosive materials might
collect.
If salt and other chemicals are used on the roads in
your area, clean the engine compartment at least ev-
ery three months.
Never spray or splash water on the electrical com-
ponents in the engine compartment, as this may
cause damage.
Do not bring the nearby parts, the plastic parts and
so on into contact with sulphuric acid (battery elec-
trolyte) which may crack, stain or discolour them. Vehicle care
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Specification 9-12
Wiper de-icer switch 3-42
Wiper Rear window 3-41
Switch 3-37
Wiper blades 8-17 Alphabetical index
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