ForewordE09200103936
Thank you for selecting an ASX as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full enjoyment of
the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the proper way to oper-
ate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost in driving pleasure.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications and/or to make additions to or improvements in
this product without obligation to install them on products previously manu-
factured.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe all laws and reg-
ulations concerning vehicles.
This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such laws and reg-
ulations, but some of the contents may become contradictory with later amend-
ment of the laws and regulations.
Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of resale. The next
owner will appreciate having access to the information contained in this own-
er’s manual.
Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the discretion of the owner.
Throughout this owner’s manual the words WARNING and CAUTION ap-
pear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.WARNING
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if in-
structions are not followed.
CAUTION
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor personal in-
jury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE:gives helpful information.*:indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer
to the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
M/T: Manual Transmission
CVT: Continuously Variable Transmission
The symbol used on the vehicles:
: See owner’s manual
Information for station service E09300102594
Fuel
Fuel tank capacity2WD models63 litres4WD models60 litres
Fuel requirements
Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane number (EN228)1600 models, 1800 models
95 RON or higher
2000 models
90 RON or higher
Diesel-powered vehicles Cetane number (EN590)51 or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.Engine oilRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the selection of engine oil.Tyre inflation pressureRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.CAUTIONl Your vehicle is designed to use only diesel fuel that meets the EN590 standard.
Use of any other type of diesel fuel can adversely affect the engine.
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Fuel selection
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Filling the fuel tank .......................................................................... 03
Installation of accessories ................................................................ 04
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems ................05
Genuine parts................................................................................... 05
Safety and disposal information for used engine oil ........................05
Disposal information for used batteries ...........................................06
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*.................................................. 06General information
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Modification/alterations to the
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION
has al-
ways manufactured safe, high quality vehicles. In
order to maintain this safety and quality, it is impor-
tant that any accessory that is to be fitted, or any
modifications carried out which involve the electri-
cal or fuel systems, should be carried out in accord-
ance with MITSUBISHI guidelines. CAUTION
l
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 or other acci-
dent. Genuine parts
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS
has gone to great lengths
to bring you a superbly crafted automobile offering
the highest quality and dependability.
Use MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts, de-
signed and manufactured to maintain your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS automobile at top per-
formance. MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts
are identified by this mark and are available at all
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Points. Safety and disposal information
for used engine oil E00200600155 WARNING
l Prolonged
and repeated contact may
cause serious skin disorders, including
dermatitis and cancer.
l Avoid contact with the skin as far as pos-
sible and wash thoroughly after any con-
tact.
l Keep used engine oils out of reach of chil-
dren.
Protect the environment
It
is illegal to pollute drains, water courses and soil.
Use authorized waste collection facilities, includ-
ing civic amenity sites and garages providing facili-
ties for disposal of used oil and used oil filters. If in
doubt, contact your local authority for advice on dis-
posal. General information
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Screen type 1 Screen type 2 Cause Solution (Reference)
l
There is a fault in the fuel system.
lWe recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point. l
You
are driving with the parking
brake still applied. l
Release the parking brake. Refer
to “Brake warning display” on
page 3-42. l
There
is a fault in the engine oil
circulation system. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place. We recommend you
to have it checked.
Refer to “Oil pressure warning
display” on page 3-43. l
There
is a fault in the charging
system. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place. We recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
Refer to “Charge warning dis-
play” on page 3-43. l
There
is a fault in the SRS airbag
or the pretensioner system. l
We recommend you to have it
checked.
Refer to “Supplemental restraint
System (SRS) warning lamp” on
page 2-34. Instruments and controls
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Screen type 1 Screen type 2 Cause Solution (Reference)
l
The fuel is running low.
lRefuel as soon as possible. Refer
to “Fuel remaining warning dis-
play” on page 3-14. l
An
excessive amount of particu-
late matter (PM) accumulates in-
side the diesel particulate filter
(DPF). Refer to “Diesel particulate filter
(DPF)” on page 4-16. l
It
is suspected that the engine oil
level has increased excessively. Immediately have your vehicle
checked by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
Refer to “Engine oil level warning dis-
play” on page 3-43. l
More
than specified limit water
has accumulated in the fuel filter. l
We recommend you to have it
checked.
Refer to “Fuel filter indicator dis-
play” on page 3-41 . l
The
outside temperature is 3 °C
(37 °F) or less. l
Be careful of ice on the road.
l The
road can be icy even when
this warning is not displayed, so
drive carefully. Instruments and controls
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Charge warning display
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Type 1 Type 2
If there is a fault with the charging system, the warn-
ing
display is displayed on the information screen
in the multi-information display. The warning lamp
in the instrument cluster also illuminates. CAUTION
l
If
the warning is displayed while the en-
gine is running, immediately park your ve-
hicle in a safe place and we recommend
you to have it checked. Oil pressure warning display
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Type 1 Type 2
If the engine oil pressure drops while the engine is
running,
the warning display is displayed on the in-
formation screen in the multi-information display. CAUTION
l
If
the vehicle is driven while the engine
oil is low, or the oil level is normal but the
warning is displayed, the engine may
burn out and be damaged.
l If the warning is displayed while the en-
gine is running, immediately park your ve-
hicle in a safe place and check the engine
oil level.
l If the warning is displayed while the en-
gine oil level is normal, have it inspected. Engine oil level warning display*
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Type 1 Type 2
When the ignition switch or the operation mode is
in ON, if it is suspected that the engine oil level has
increased
excessively, the warning display is dis-
played on the information screen in the multi-infor-
mation display. CAUTION
l
If
this warning is displayed while driving,
stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn off
the engine, and check the engine oil level.
Refer to “Engine oil” on page 8-04.
NOTE l Immediately
have your vehicle checked by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point. Instruments and controls
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NOTE
l If
the engine is cold, the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp is on for a longer time.
l When the engine has not been started within
about 5 seconds after the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp went out, return the ignition key
to the “LOCK” position. Then, turn the key
to the “ON” position to preheat the engine
again.
l When the engine is warm, the diesel preheat
indication lamp does not come on even if the
ignition key is placed in the “ON” position.
Start the engine by turning the ignition key
right to the “START” position.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” posi- tion without depressing the accelerator pedal,
and release it when the engine starts.
NOTE l Minor noises may be heard on engine start-
up. These will disappear as the engine warms
up.
Using the MIVEC engine*
The MIVEC engine automatically switches its in-
take-valve control between a low-speed mode and
a high-speed mode in accordance with driving con-
ditions for maximum engine performance.
NOTE l To protect the engine, the high-speed mode
may not be selected while the engine coolant
temperature is low. Fuel injection amount learning proc-
ess (diesel-powered vehicles)
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To
keep exhaust emissions and engine noise low,
the engine very occasionally performs a learning
process for the fuel injection amount.
The engine sounds slightly different from usual
while the learning process is taking place. The
change in the engine sound does not indicate a fault. Diesel particulate filter (DPF)*
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The
diesel particulate filter (DPF) is a device that
captures most of the particulate matter (PM) in the
exhaust emissions of the diesel engine. The DPF au-
tomatically burns away trapped PM during vehicle
operation. Under certain driving conditions, howev-
er, the DPF is not able to burn away all of the trap-
ped PM and, as a result, an excessive amount of
PM accumulates inside it. WARNING
l The DPF reaches very high temperatures.
Do
not park your vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry grass
or leaves can come in contact with a hot
exhaust system since a fire could occur. CAUTION
l
Do
not use any type of fuel or engine oil
that is not specified for your vehicle. Al-
so, do not use any moisture-removing
agent or other fuel additive. Such substan-
ces could have a detrimental effect on the
DPF.
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 02 and
“Engine oil” on page 8-04.
NOTE l To
minimize the likelihood of excessive ac-
cumulation of PM, try to avoid driving for
long periods at low speeds and repeatedly
driving short distances. Starting and driving
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Turbocharger operation*
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l
Do not run the engine at high speeds (for
example, by revving it or by accelerating
rapidly) immediately after starting it.
l Do not stop the engine immediately after
high-speed or uphill driving. First allow
the engine to idle to give the turbocharg-
er a chance to cool down. Turbocharger
The
turbocharger increases engine power by push-
ing large amounts of air into the engine’s cylinders.
The finned parts inside the turbocharger turn at ex-
tremely high speeds and are subjected to extremely
high temperatures. They are lubricated and cooled
by engine oil. If the engine oil is not replaced at the
specified intervals, the bearings may seize or emit
abnormal noise. 1- Air compressor
2-
Compressed air
3- Cylinder
4- Turbo fin
5- Turbine
6- Exhaust gas Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*
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The
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system automatical-
ly stops and restarts the engine without operating
the ignition switch or the engine switch when the
vehicle is stopped, such as at a traffic light or in a
traffic jam, to reduce exhaust gases and increase
fuel efficiency. CAUTION
l
If
the vehicle will be stopped for a long
time or if you will leave the vehicle unat-
tended, turn the ignition switch to the
“LOCK” position and press the engine
switch to stop the engine.
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The Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system is automati-
cally activated when the ignition switch is turned to
the
“ON” position or the operation mode is put in
ON.
You can deactivate the system by pressing the “Au-
to Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF” switch.
Refer to “To deactivate” on page 4-21. 1. Stop the vehicle. Starting and driving
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