2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER wheel size

Driving safety
4-7
4

Check the engine antifreeze.
If there is not enough coolant because of a leak or from
engine overheating, add Dia Queen Super Long Life
Coolant Premium or equivalent.
Please read this section in conjunction with the “Engine
coolant” on page 7-12.
[For RALLIART vehicles sold in U.S.A.]

Mitsubishi Motors recommends that the standard equip-
ment tires be replaced with winter tires when the vehicle
is going to be used in winter.
The standard equipment tires provided with this vehicle
are summer tires and use a high-grip compound that pro-
vides superior grip.
The road grip, however, is reduced in winter.
When replacing the standard equipment tires with winter
tires, all four tires must be replaced using radial identical-
size winter tires.NOTE
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitor-
ing system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation
pressure sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire
replacement should, therefore, be performed only by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
If you use new wheels with new tire inflation pressure
sensors, their ID codes must be programmed into the tire
pressure monitoring system. Refer to “Whenever the tires
and wheels are replaced with new ones” on page 3-171.
WA R N I N G
!
Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is
hot. You could be seriously burned.
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For emergencies
6-19
6
11. Check the tire inflation pressure. The recommended tire
pressure for your vehicle is listed on the tire and loading
information placard attached to the driver’s door sill as
shown in the illustration.
Refer to “Tire inflation pressures” on page 7-32.
To store the flat tire or spare tire, jack, bar and
wheel nut wrench
N00850000120
Reverse the removing procedure when storing the flat tire or
spare tire, jack, bar and wheel nut wrench.
Refer to “To remove the compact spare tire” on page 6-11 and
“Tools and jack” on page 6-7.
CAUTION
!
Driving with an improperly inflated tire can cause
an accident. If you have no choice but to drive with
an under-inflated tire, keep your speed down and
avoid sudden steering or braking, if possible. Inflate
the tire to the correct pressure as soon as possible.
Refer to “Tire inflation pressures” on page 7-32.
After changing the tire and driving the vehicle about
620 miles (1,000 km), retighten the wheel nuts to
make sure that they have not come loose.

If the steering wheel vibrates when driving after
changing the tire, have the tire checked for balance
at your nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice.
Do not mix one type of tire with another or use a dif-
ferent size from the one listed. This would cause
early wear and poor handling.
CAUTION
!
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7-34 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
Replacing tires and wheels
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Tire maintenance
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The following maintenance steps are recommended:

Check tire pressures regularly.

Have regular maintenance done on the wheel balance and
front and rear suspension alignment.

Rotate your tires regularly as described in the “Tire rota-
tion” section on page 7-35.
CAUTION
!
Avoid using different size tires and wheels from the
ones listed, and avoid the combined use of different
types of tires and wheels. Using different size or type
tires and wheels may affect driving safety.
Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 9-9.
For All-wheel drive vehicles, always use tires of the
same size, same type, and same brand, and which
have no wear differences. Using tires that differ in
size, type, brand or the degree of wear, will increase
the differential oil temperature, resulting in possible
damage to the driving system. Further, the drive
train will be subjected to excessive loading, possibly
leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other
serious problems.
Even if a wheel has the same rim size and offset as
the specified type of wheel, its shape may prevent it
from being fitted correctly. Consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice before using wheels that you have.
Only Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels should be
used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system.
Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sen-
sor damage, as it will not be possible to install the
tire pressure sensor properly.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-37
7
Snow tires
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In some areas of the country, snow tires are required for winter
driving. If snow tires are required in your area, you must
choose snow tires of the same size and type as the original tires
provided with your vehicle. Snow tires should also be installed
on all four wheels. Otherwise your safety and vehicle handling
can be reduced.
Even where laws may permit it, snow tires should not be oper-
ated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).Tire chains
N00940100129
CAUTION
!
Avoid the combined use of different types of tires.
Using different types of tires can affect vehicle per-
formance and safety.
Front
CAUTION
!
If flange nuts are used on your vehicle, change to
tapered nuts when using snow tires with steel
wheels.
Only Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels should be
used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system.
Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sen-
sor damage, as it will not be possible to install the
tire pressure sensor properly.
CAUTION
!
Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. The
clearance between the chains and the body is not
sufficient to allow proper clearance, and the vehicle
body might be damaged.
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Specifications
9-9
9 Battery
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Battery is a 12 volt type.
Tires and wheels
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PCD: Pitch Circle Diameter (installation holes)NOTE
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details
on the combination used on your vehicle.

These tires satisfy vehicle loading conditions described in
this owner’s manual.
75D23L
Tire
Size P205/60R16 91H215/45R18 89W,
P215/45R18 89V
Wheel
Size16 x 6 1/2J,
16x61/2JJ18 x 7J, 18 x 7JJPCD 4.5 in (114.3 mm)Offset 1.81 in (46 mm)
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Alphabetical index
7
Size (tire and wheel) 9-9
Snow tires 7-37
Tire and loading information placard 4-10
,9-4
Tire chains 7-37
Tread wear indicators 7-35
Tissue holder 3-301
Tools 6-7
Storage 6-7
Towing 6-22
Trailer towing 4-15
Transfer oil 7-19
Trunk area light
Replacement 7-88
Trunk lid 3-59
Turbocharger operation 3-93
Turn signal light
Indicators 3-228
Turn signal lights
Bulb capacity 7-55
Lever 3-243
Replacement 7-70
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission) 3-112
Fluid 7-19
,9-10
Gearshift lever operation 3-112
Gearshift lever position display 3-114
Manual shift 3-122
Manual shift display 3-128
Twin Clutch SST control mode display 3-122
Twin Clutch SST control mode switch 3-121Warning display 3-116
U
USB input terminal 3-283
How to connect an iPod 3-285
USB input terminal device
How to connect a USB memory 3-283
V
Vanity mirror 3-289
Vehicle care precautions 7-88
Vehicle dimensions 9-6
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle preparation before driving 4-5
Vehicle weights 9-7
Vents 5-2
W
Warning lights 3-228
Washer
Fluid 7-21
,9-10
Switch 3-252
Windshield washer 3-252
Waxing 7-92
Weights 9-7
Welcome light 3-240
Wheel
Covers 6-20
Specification 9-9
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