2012 MITSUBISHI L200 wipers

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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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
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. CAUTION
l
With
the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion and the lever in the “AUTO” posi-
tion, the wipers may automatically oper-
ate in the situations described below.
If your hands get trapped, you could suf-
fer injuries or the wipers could malfunc-
tion. Be sure to turn the ignition switch to
the “OFF” position or move the lever to
the “OFF” position to deactivate the rain
sensor. • When cleaning the outside surface ofthe windscreen, if you touch the rain
sensor.
• When cleaning the outside surface of the windscreen, if you wipe with a
cloth the rain sensor.
• When using an automatic car wash.
• A physical shock is applied to the wind- screen.
• A physical shock is applied to the rain sensor.
NOTE l To

protect the rubber parts of the wipers, this
operation of the wipers does not take place
when the vehicle is stationary and the ambi-
ent temperature is about 0 °C or lower.
l Do not cover the sensor by affixing a sticker
or label to the windscreen. Also, do not put
any water-repellent coating on the wind-
screen. The rain sensor would not be able to
detect the extent of rain, and the wipers
might stop working normally.
l In the following cases, the rain sensor may
be malfunctioning. Instruments and controls
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Have the vehicle inspected at a
MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service
Point. • When the wipers operate at a constant in-terval despite changes in the extent of rain.
• When the wipers do not operate even though it is raining.
l The wipers may automatically operate when
things such as insects or foreign objects are
affixed to the windscreen on top of the rain
sensor or when the windscreen is frozen. Ob-
jects affixed to the windscreen will stop the
wipers when the wipers cannot remove them.
To make the wipers operate again, place the
lever in the “LO” or “HI” position.
Also, the wipers may operate automatically
due to strong direct sunlight or electromag-
netic wave. To stop the wipers, place the lev-
er in the “OFF” position.
l Contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point when replacing the wind-
screen or reinforcing the glass around the sen-
sor. To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor
With
the lever in the “AUTO” (rain sensor) posi-
tion, it is possible to adjust the sensitivity of the
rain sensor by turning the knob (A). "+"- Higher sensitivity to rain
"-"- Lower sensitivity to rain
NOTE 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. • Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-tive) can be changed to intermittent oper-
ation (vehicle-speed sensitive).
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi- tive) can be changed to intermittent oper-
ation (except vehicle-speed sensitive).
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. The wipers will operate once if the lever is moved
to

the “AUTO” position and the knob (A) is turned
in the “+” direction when the ignition switch is
“ON” position. Windscreen washer
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The windscreen washer can be operated with the ig-
nition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position. Instruments and controls
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The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the wind-
screen
by pulling the lever towards you. The wip-
ers operate automatically several times while the
washer fluid is being sprayed.
On a vehicle equipped with a headlamp washer, the
headlamp washer operates together with the wind-
screen washer the first time the windscreen washer
is used if the headlamps are on. CAUTION
l
If
the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze resulting in poor visibility.
Heat the glass with the defroster or demis-
ter before using the washer.
NOTE l It

is possible to spray washer fluid without ac-
tivating the wipers. To do so, hold the lever
in the pulled position and turn the ignition
switch to the “ON” or “ACC” position. l
It
is possible to cause the wipers never to op-
erate when washer fluid is sprayed. For fur-
ther information, we recommend you to con-
sult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
Headlamp washer switch* E00510100273
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-
ers and washers
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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.
l 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. Instruments and controls
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The catalytic converter itself gets hot quickly, and
may
be damaged if overheated. The following
points should be noted in order to prevent the igni-
tion of unburned fuel within the catalytic converter.
l Do not drive with an extremely low fuel lev-
el; running out of fuel could cause damage to
the catalytic converter.
l Do not switch OFF the ignition switch while
driving.
l Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing
the vehicle. If the battery is weak or dis-
charged, use another battery to start the en-
gine.
l Do not idle the engine for prolonged periods
during very rough idle or malfunctioning op-
erating conditions.
l Do not race the engine when turning off the
ignition switch. This will cause the catalytic
converter to be damaged due to contact with
unburnt fuel.
l Stop driving the vehicle if you think the per-
formance is noticeably low, or if the engine
has a malfunction such as with the ignition,
etc.
If it is impractical to stop driving immediate-
ly, reduce the speed and drive for only a
short time. We recommend you to have your
vehicle inspected as soon as possible.
l In unusual situations involving major engine
problems, a burnt smell may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating.
If this occurs, the vehicle should be stopped
in a safe place, the engine switched off and
the vehicle allowed to cool. Once the engine
is cool, a service, including a tune-up to man-
ufacturer’s specifications, should be obtained
immediately. Bonnet
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To open
Pull
the release lever towards you to unlock the bon-
net. Raise the bonnet while pressing the safety lock.
NOTE
l Only

open the bonnet when the wipers are in
the parked position. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the bonnet, wiper arms or
front windscreen.
Support the bonnet by inserting the support bar in
its slot. Maintenance
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Wiper blades
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When
lifting the wiper arms off the windscreen,
first raise the driver’s side wiper arm and then the
passenger’s side wiper arm.
When returning them to their original positions,
first put the passenger’s side wiper arm back in
place and then the driver’s side wiper arm.
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.
Wiper blade rubber replacement
Driver’s side
1. Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen.
2. Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A) dis-engages from the hook (B). Then, pull the
wiper blade further to remove it. NOTE
l Do

not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the
windscreen; it could damage the glass.
3. Attach the retainers (C) to a new wiper blade. For LHD vehicles refer to the illustration to
ensure

that the retainers are correctly aligned
as you attach them.
LHD
RHD 4. Insert
the wiper blade into the arm, starting
with the opposite end of the blade from the
stopper. Make sure the hook (B) is fitted cor-
rectly in the grooves in the blade. NOTE
l If

retainers are not supplied with the new wip-
er blade, use the retainers from the old blade.
5. Push the wiper blade until the hook (B) en- gages securely with the stopper (A). Passenger’s side
1.
Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen.
2. Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A) dis- engages from the hook (B). Then, pull the
wiper blade further to remove it. Maintenance
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Jack
Storage 6-07
Jump starting (Emergency starting)
6-02
K Keyless entry system 1-04
Keys 1-02
LLabeling 9-02
Lamp monitor buzzer

3-31
Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) auto-cutout func-
tion 3-31
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas) 8-18
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-31
Limited-slip differential (LSD) 4-43
Link System 5-51
Low fuel warning lamp 3-04
Lubricants 9-22
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD play-
er 5-13
MManual transmission 4-15
Oil 9-22
Manual window control 1-08
Mirror Inside rear-view mirror 4-09
Outside rear-view mirrors 4-10
Vanity mirror 5-70
Modification/alterations

to the electrical or fuel sys-
tems 04 OOdometer 3-03
Oil
Differential oil

9-22
Engine oil 8-04,9-22
Manual transmission fluid 9-22
Transfer oil 9-22
Operation under adverse driving conditions 6-24
Other specifications 9-19
Outside rear-view mirrors 4-10
Overdrive control switch 4-18
Overheating 6-04
P Parking 4-08
Parking brake 4-07
Parking brake lever stroke

8-16
Personal lamps 5-74 Replacement 8-32
Position lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-27
Power steering Fluid 8-09,9-22
System 4-47
Precautions to observe when using wipers and wash-
ers 3-39
Pregnant women restraint 2-11
Puncture (Tyre changing) 6-17
R Radio
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD
player 5-13
Rear combination lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement

8-30
Rear differential lock 4-35
Rear fog lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Indication lamp 3-07
Replacement 8-29
Switch 3-35
Rear room lamp 5-73 Bulb capacity 8-25
Replacement 8-32
Rear seat 2-07
Rear side/quarter window 1-12
Rear turn-signal lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-30
Rear window demister switch 3-40
Rear-view mirror Inside 4-09
Outside 4-10
Refill capacities 9-22
Removal of water from the fuel filter 6-06
Replacement of lamp bulbs 8-23
Reversing lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-30
Room lamp 5-73,5-74
Running-in recommendations 4-04
S Safe driving techniques 4-03
Seat belt 2-09
Adjustable seat belt anchor

2-11
Child restraint 2-13
Inspection 2-27
Pregnant women restraint 2-11
Pretensioner 2-12
Seat belt reminder/warning lamp 2-10 Alphabetical index
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