2012 MITSUBISHI L200 window

WARNING
bags may not protect you properly, and
could cause serious or fatal injuries when
it inflates. • Before driving, adjust the driver’sseat as far back as possible while still
maintaining complete control of the ve-
hicle.
• Before driving, adjust the front passen- ger seat as far back as possible.
• Make sure all vehicle occupants are al- ways properly restrained using the
available seat belts.
• With seat belts properly fastened, the driver and passengers should sit well
back and upright without leaning
against the window or door.
l Do not sit on the edge of the seat, or lean
head or chest close to the steering wheel
or instrument panel.
Do not put feet or legs on or against the
instrument panel. WARNING
l Infants and small children should never
be unrestrained, stand up against the in-
strument panel or be held in your arms
or on your lap. They could be seriously in-
jured or killed in a collision, including
when the airbag inflates. They should be
properly seated in an appropriate child re-
straint system. See the “Child restraint”
section of this owner’s manual. WARNING
l A
REARWARD FACING CHILD RE-
STRAINT must NOT be used in the front
passenger seat if the front passenger’s air-
bag has not been deactivated. The force
of an inflating airbag could kill or cause
serious injuries to the child.
Front passenger’s airbag ON NOTE
l If

you have a rearward facing child restraint
system that cannot be fitted to any seat other
than the front passenger seat, be sure to turn
OFF the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF
switch before using it. (Refer to “To turn an
airbag off” on page 2-30.)
Front passenger’s airbag OFF Seat and seat belts
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The airbags will operate only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.
When
the airbag control unit detect an impact of suf-
ficient frontal or side force, it sends an ignition sig-
nal to the airbag modules to ignite materials in the
inflator and generate gas and inflate the airbags.
The airbags deployment produces a sudden, loud
noise, and releases some smoke and powder, but
these conditions are not injurious, and do not indi-
cate a fire in the vehicle. People with respiratory
problems may feel some temporary irritation from
chemicals used to produce the deployment; open
the windows after airbag deployment, if safe to do
so.
The airbags deflate very rapidly after deployment,
so there is little danger of obscured vision.
The time required from the sensors detecting an im-
pact to deflation of the airbags after deployment is
shorter than a blink of an eye. CAUTION
l
Airbags
inflate at an extremely rapid
speed. In certain situations, contact with
inflating airbags can result in abrasions,
light cuts, bruises, and the like.
Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF
switch E00410100184
The front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch can
be

used to disable the front passenger’s airbag. If
you have a rearward facing child restraint system
that cannot be fitted to any seat other than the front
passenger seat, be sure to turn OFF the front passen-
ger’s airbag ON-OFF switch before using it. (Refer
to “To turn an airbag off” on page 2-30.) The front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch is lo-
cated in the glove box.
WARNING
l To reduce risk of serious or fatal injury:
• Always
remove the key from the igni-
tion switch before operating a front
passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.
Failure to do so could adversely affect
the airbag performance.
• Wait at least 60 seconds to operate the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF
switch after turning the ignition
switch from “ON” position to
“LOCK” position.
The SRS airbag system is designed to
retain enough voltage to deploy the air-
bag. WARNING
• Always
remove the key from the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch af-
ter operating that switch. Failure to
do so could lead to improper position
of the front passenger’s airbag ON-
OFF switch.
To turn an airbag off E00410600219
To turn an airbag off, follow these steps:
1. Insert
the key into the key opening of the ap-
propriate front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF
switch, and turn that airbag ON-OFF switch
to the “OFF” position.
2. Remove the key from the key opening of the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch, and turn the ignition to the “ON” position. The front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp
will

stay on to show that the front passenger’s air-
bag is not operational. (“Front passenger’s airbag
OFF indication lamp” on page 2-31) Seat and seat belts
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The side airbags and curtain airbags ARE NOT
DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when…
The
side airbags and curtain airbags are not de-
signed to deploy in conditions where they cannot
usually provide protection to the occupant. Typical
conditions are shown in the illustration.
Head-on collisions
Rear end collisions Because the side airbags and curtain airbags do not
protect

the occupant in all types of collisions, be
sure to always properly wear your seat belts. WARNING
l The
side airbags and curtain airbags are
designed to supplement the driver and pas-
senger seat belts in certain side impacts.
Seat belts should always be worn proper-
ly, and the driver and passenger should
sit well back and upright without leaning
against the window or door. WARNING
l The
side airbags and curtain airbags in-
flate with great force. The driver and
front passenger should not put their arms
out the window, and should not lean
against the door, in order to reduce the
risk of serious or possible fatal injury
from the deploying side airbag and cur-
tain airbag. WARNING
l Do
not allow a child to kneel on the pas-
senger seat facing the passenger’s side
door, since the side airbags and curtain
airbags inflate with great force.
Otherwise, the child may be killed or seri-
ously injured. WARNING
l Do
not allow any rear seat occupant to
hold onto the seatback of either front
seat, in order to reduce risk of injury
from the deploying side airbag. Special
care should be taken with children.
l Do not place any objects near or in front
of the seatback of either front seat. They
could interfere with proper side airbag in-
flation, and also could cause injury if
thrown free by side airbag deployment.
l Do not place stickers, labels or additional
trim on the seatback of either front seat.
They could interfere with proper side air-
bag inflation.
l Do not install seat covers on seats with
side airbags. Do not re-cover seats that
have side airbags. This could interfere
with proper side airbag inflation. Seat and seat belts
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Instruments...................................................................................
3-02
Indication and warning lamps .......................................................3-06
Indication lamps ........................................................................... 3-07
Warning lamps .............................................................................. 3-08
Centre information display* ......................................................... 3-10
Combination headlamps and dipper switch ..................................3-30
Headlamp levelling switch* ......................................................... 3-32
Turn-signals lever ......................................................................... 3-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ..................................................... 3-34
Front fog lamp switch* ................................................................. 3-34
Rear fog lamp switch* .................................................................. 3-35
Wiper and washer switch .............................................................. 3-36
Rear window demister switch.......................................................3-40
Horn switch...................................................................................3-40 Instruments and controls
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Combination headlamps and
dipper switch E00506002129
Headlamps
NOTE l Do
not leave the headlamps and other lamps
on for a long time while the engine is station-
ary (not running). A run-down battery could
result.
l When it rains or when the vehicle has been
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes be-
comes foggy. This is the same phenomenon
as when window glass mists up on a humid
day, and does not indicate a functional prob-
lem. When the lamp is switched on, the heat
will remove the fog. However, if water gath-
ers inside the lamp, we recommend you to
have it checked. Type 1
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps. OFF All lamps off
Position, tail, licence plate and instrument
panel lamps on
Headlamps and other lamps go on
Type 2
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps. OFF All lamps off
AUTO With the ignition switch in the “ON” po-
sition, headlamps, position, tail, licence
plate, and instrument panel lamps turn
on and off automatically in accordance
with outside light level. All lamps turn
off automatically when the ignition
switch is turned to the “OFF” position. Position, tail, licence plate and instru-
ment panel lamps on
Headlamps and other lamps go on
NOTE
l The

sensitivity of the automatic on/off con-
trol can be adjusted.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
l When the headlamps are turned off by the au-
tomatic on/off control with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position, the front fog
lamps (if so equipped) and rear fog lamp (if
so equipped) also go off. When the head-
lamps are subsequently turned back on by
the automatic on/off control, the front fog
lamps also come on but the rear fog lamp
stays off. If you wish to turn the rear fog
lamp back on, operate the switch again.
l Do not cover the sensor (A) for the automat-
ic on/off control by affixing a sticker or label
to the windscreen. Instruments and controls
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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 E00516900303
Except for vehicles equipped 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, do not
operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the
blades are freed, otherwise the wiper motor may be
damaged. MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off
INT- Speed sensitive intermittent operation Interval
between wipers varies in accord-
ance with vehicle speed.
LO- Slow
HI- 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
Move

the lever in the direction of the arrow and re-
lease, to operate the wipers once.
Use this function when you are driving in mist or
drizzle.
If the lever is held in the upward position (MIST),
the wipers continue operating until the lever is re-
leased. 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. Instruments and controls
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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 about 20
minutes, push the switch again.
The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the
demister is on.
Type 1
Type 2 NOTE
l If

your vehicle is equipped with heated mir-
rors, these operate in conjunction with the de-
mister. Refer to “Heated mirror” 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.
l To avoid unnecessary discharge of the bat-
tery, do not use the rear window demister dur-
ing starting of the engine or when the engine
is not running. Turn the demister off immedi-
ately after the window is clear.
l When cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow, use a soft cloth and wipe gently along
the heater wires, being careful not to damage
the wires.
l Do not allow objects to touch the inside of
the rear window glass, or damaged or broken
wires may result. Horn switch
E00508000608
Press
the steering wheel on or around the “ ”
mark.
Type 1
Type 2Instruments and controls
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Steering wheel height adjustment
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To
adjust the steering wheel height, release the tilt
lock lever while holding the steering wheel by
hand, and raise or lower the steering wheel to the
desired height.
After adjustment, securely lock the lever by pulling
it upward. 1- Locked
2-

Release WARNING
l After
adjusting to the desired height,
check to be sure that the lever is locked.
l Do not attempt to adjust the steering
wheel while you are driving the vehicle.
l When releasing the tilt lock lever, move it
to the release position (2) and hold the
steering wheel by hand to prevent it fall-
ing to the lowest position. Inside rear-view mirror
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Adjust

the rear-view mirror only after making any
seat adjustments so you have a clear view to the
rear of the vehicle. WARNING
l Do
not attempt to adjust the rear-view
mirror while driving. This can be danger-
ous.
Always adjust the mirror before driving.
Adjust the rear-view mirror to maximize the view
through the rear window.
To adjust the vertical mirror position
It

is possible to move the mirror up and down to ad-
just its position. To reduce the glare
The

lever (A) at the bottom of the mirror can be
used to adjust the mirror to reduce the glare from
the headlamps of vehicles behind you during night
driving. 1- Normal
2-

Anti-glare Starting and driving
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