2012 MITSUBISHI ASX engine coolant

Service precautions
....................................................................... 8-02
Catalytic converter ........................................................................ 8-02
Bonnet...........................................................................................8-03
Engine oil ......................................................................................8-04
Engine coolant .............................................................................. 8-06
Washer fluid ................................................................................. 8-07
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid* .............................................................. 8-07
Battery .......................................................................................... 8-08
Tyres............................................................................................. 8-11
Parking brake break-in..................................................................
8-15
Wiper blade rubber replacement...................................................8-15
General maintenance .................................................................... 8-17
For cold and snowy weather......................................................... 8-17
Fusible links.................................................................................. 8-18
Fuses............................................................................................. 8-18
Replacement of lamp bulbs .......................................................... 8-24Maintenance
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NOTE
l Use
of additives is not recommended since
they may reduce the effectiveness of addi-
tives already included in the engine oil. It
may result in failure of the mechanical assem-
bly. Engine coolant
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To check the coolant level
A
transparent coolant reserve tank (A) is located in
the engine compartment.
The coolant level in this tank should be kept be-
tween the “LOW” and “FULL” marks when meas-
ured while the engine is cold.
FULL
LOW To add coolant
The

cooling system is a closed system and normal-
ly the loss of coolant should be very slight. A no-
ticeable drop in the coolant level could indicate leak-
age. If this occurs, we recommend you to have the
system checked as soon as possible.
If the level should drop below the “LOW” level on
the reserve tank, open the lid and add coolant.
Also, if the reserve tank is completely empty, re-
move the radiator cap (B) and add coolant until the
level reaches the filler neck. WARNING
l Do
not open the radiator cap (B) while
the engine is hot. The coolant system is un-
der pressure and any hot coolant escap-
ing could cause severe burns.
Anti-freeze
The
engine coolant contains an ethylene glycol anti-
corrosion agent. Some parts of the engine are cast
aluminium alloy, and periodic changing of the en-
gine coolant is necessary to prevent corrosion of
these parts.

Use “DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE COOL-
ANT PREMIUM” or equivalent*.
*: similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate cool-
ant with long life hybrid organic acid technology
MITSUBISHI Genuine Coolant has excellent pro-
tection against corrosion and rust formation of all
metals including aluminium and can avoid block-
ages in the radiator, heater, cylinder head, engine
block, etc.
Because of the necessity of this anti-corrosion
agent, the coolant must not be replaced with plain
water even in summer. The required concentration
of anti-freeze differs depending on the expected am-
bient temperature.

Above - 35 °C: 50 % concentration of anti-freeze
Below - 35 °C: 60 % concentration of anti-freeze Maintenance
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CAUTION
l
Do not use alcohol or methanol anti-
freeze or any engine coolants mixed with
alcohol or methanol anti-freeze. The use
of an improper anti-freeze can cause cor-
rosion of the aluminium components.
l Do not use water to adjust the concentra-
tion of coolant.
l Concentrations exceeding 60 % will re-
sult in a reduction of both the anti-freeze
and cooling performance thus adversely
affecting the engine.
l Do not top up with water only.
Water by itself reduces the rust-protec-
tive and anti-freeze qualities of the cool-
ant and has a lower boiling point. It can
also cause damage to the cooling system if
it should freeze. Do not use tapwater, as it
can cause corrosion and rust formation.
During cold weather
If
the temperatures in your area drop below freez-
ing, there is the danger that the coolant in the en-
gine or radiator could freeze and cause severe dam-
age to the engine and/or radiator. Add a sufficient
amount of anti-freeze to the coolant to prevent it
from freezing.
The concentration should be checked before the
start of cold weather and anti-freeze added to the
system if necessary. Washer fluid
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Open

the washer fluid reservoir cap and check the
level of washer fluid with the dipstick.
If the level is low, replenish the container with wash-
er fluid.
EMPTY
FULL NOTE
l The

washer fluid container serves the wind-
screen, rear window 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/Clutch fluid*
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The

brake fluid and the clutch fluid share the reser-
voir tank.
To check the fluid level
The fluid level must be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” marks on the reservoir. The fluid level is monitored by a float. When the
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.

The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked
when doing other work under the bonnet. The
brake system should also be checked for leakage at
the same time.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of
time, it indicates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the vehi-
cle checked. Maintenance
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General maintenance
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Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas leakage
Look
under the body of your vehicle to check for
fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas leaks. WARNING
l If
you see a suspicious fuel leak or if you
smell fuel, do not operate the vehicle; call
your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp operation
Operate
the combination lamp switch to check that
all lamps are functioning properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable cause
is a blown fuse or defective lamp bulb. Check the
fuses first. If there is no blown fuse, check the
lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection and re-
placement of the fuses and the lamp bulbs, refer to
“Fuses” on page 8-18 and “Replacement of lamp
bulbs” on page 8-24.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, we recommend
you to have your vehicle checked and repaired.
Meter, gauge and indicator/warning
lamps operation
Start the engine and check the operation of all in-
struments, gauges and indication and warning lamps.
If there is anything wrong, we recommend you to
have your vehicle inspected. Hinges and latches lubrication
Check

all latches and hinges, and, if necessary,
have them lubricated. For cold and snowy weather
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Ventilation slots
The
ventilation slots in front of the windscreen
should be kept clear of leaves or brushed clear after
heavy snowfall, so that the operation of the heating
and ventilation systems will not be impaired.
Weatherstripping
To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the
doors, bonnet, etc., they should be treated with sili-
cone grease.
Additional equipment
It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-han-
dled spade in the vehicle during the winter so that
you can clear away snow if you get stranded. A
small hand-brush for sweeping snow off the vehi-
cle and a plastic scraper for the windscreen and
rear window are also useful. Maintenance
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No. Item Quantity Lubricants
4 Engine coolant Petrol-powered vehicles 1600 models
6.0 litres
[includes 0.65 litre in the reserve tank]
DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT PRE-MIUM or equivalent* 1800 models,
2000 models
7.5 litres
[includes 0.65 litre in the reserve tank] Diesel-powered vehicles
7.5 litres
[includes 0.65 litre in the reserve tank] 5 CVT fluid
7.1 litresDIA QUEEN CVTF-J46 Manual transmission
oil 5 M/T 1600 models
2.0 litres
DIA QUEEN NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API classifica-tion GL-3, SAE 75W-80 2000 models
2.5 litres 6 M/T
2.2 litres7 Transfer oil
0.49 litre Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 808 Rear differential oil
0.5 litreHypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 809 Refrigerant (air conditioning)
480 - 520 gHFC-134a*: similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technology Specifications
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4-wheel drive operation 4-32
AAccessory (Installation) 04
Accessory socket 5-61
Active stability control (ASC)
4-42
Additional equipment 8-17
Air conditioning 5-03 Important operation tips for the air condition-
ing 5-09
Air purifier 5-10
Airbag 2-24
Antenna 5-39
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 4-39 Display 4-39
Warning lamp 4-39
Ashtray 5-60
Assist grips 5-70
Audio 5-10 Error codes 5-35
External audio input function 5-32
Handling of compact discs 5-38
Steering wheel audio remote control
switches 5-33
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system 4-18
Automatic transmission Fluid 9-15
Selector lever operation 4-25
Selector lever position 4-26
Sports mode 4-27
BBattery 8-08
Charge warning lamp 3-41 Discharged battery (Emergency starting) 6-02
Disposal information for used batteries

06
Specification 9-12
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface 5-41
Bonnet 8-03
Bottle holder 5-69
Brake assist system 4-37
Brake Anti-lock brake 4-39
Braking 4-35
Fluid 8-07,9-15
Parking brake 4-06
Bulb capacity 8-24
C Capacities 9-15
Card holder 5-59,5-66
Cargo loads 4-55
Catalytic converter

8-02
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehi-
cles 4-34
Central door locks 1-22
Charge warning lamp 3-41
Chassis number 9-02
Check engine warning lamp 3-40
Child restraint 2-15
Child-protection rear doors 1-26
Cigarette lighter 5-60
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle 7-03
Interior of your vehicle 7-02
Clock 5-39
Clutch Fluid 8-07
Coat hook 5-70
Combination headlamps and dipper switch 3-44
Coolant (engine) 8-06,9-15
Cruise control 4-44 Cup holder 5-68
D Daytime running lamps
Bulb capacity
8-24
Replacement 8-30
Demister (rear window) 3-56
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) 4-16
Dimensions 9-04
Dipper (High/Low beam change) 3-46
Doors Central door locks 1-22
Child-protection 1-26
Dead Lock System 1-23
Lock and unlock 1-21
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-02
E Economical driving 4-02
Electric power steering system (EPS)

4-41
Electric window control 1-34
Electrical system 9-12
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem) 1-03
Electronically controlled 4WD system 4-30
Emergency starting 6-02
Emergency stop signal system 4-38
Engine specifications 9-10
Engine switch 1-12
Engine Coolant 8-06,9-15
Number 9-02
Oil 8-04
Oil and filter 9-15
Overheating 6-04
Specifications 9-10 Alphabetical index
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Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal
information 05
Exterior and interior lamp operation
8-17
F Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-15
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid

9-15
Brake fluid 8-07,9-15
Clutch fluid 8-07
CVT fluid 9-15
Engine coolant 8-06,9-15
Power steering fluid 9-15
Twin Clutch SST fluid 9-15
Washer fluid 8-07,9-15
For cold and snowy weather 8-17
Front fog lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-29
Switch 3-50
Front room lamp Bulb capacity 8-25
Front seat 2-03
Front turn-signal lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-28
Fuel consumption 9-14
Fuel Filling the fuel tank 03
Fuel selection 02
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems 05
Tank capacity 03
Fuses 8-18
Fusible links 8-18 GGeneral maintenance 8-17
General vehicle data

9-04
Genuine parts 05
Glove box lamp Bulb capacity 8-25
H Hazard warning flasher switch 3-49
Hazard warning indication lamps

3-39
Head restraints 2-07
Headlamp levelling switch 3-48
Headlamp washer switch 3-55
Headlamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Headlamp flasher 3-46
Replacement 8-25,8-26
Switch 3-44
Heated mirror 4-12
Heated seats 2-06
Heater 5-03
High-mounted stop lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Hill start assist 4-36
Hinges and latches lubrication 8-17
Horn switch 3-57
I If the vehicle breaks down 6-02
Ignition switch 4-12
Indication lamps

3-39
Information screen display 3-41
Inside rear-view mirror 4-08
Inside tailgate release 1-27 Inspection and maintenance following rough road
operation 4-34
Instruments 3-02
Interior lamps 5-62
Map lamps 5-63
J Jack 6-06
Storage 6-05
Jump starting (Emergency starting)

6-02
K Key slot 1-17
Keyless entry system 1-04,1-18
Keyless operation system 1-07
Keys 1-02
L Labeling 9-02
Lamp monitor buzzer

3-46
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas) 8-17
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Link System 5-41
Lubricants 9-15
Luggage hooks 5-70
Luggage room lamp 5-63 Bulb capacity 8-25
M Making a luggage compartment 2-08
Manual transmission 4-22
Map lamps 5-62,5-63Alphabetical index
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