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Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
N00942500114
The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should
be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy move-
ment and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch
and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
nism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch
wherever moving parts touch.
For cold and snowy weather
N00942600102
Ventilation slotsThe ventilation slots in front of the windshield should be
brushed clear after a heavy snowfall so that the operation of the
heating and ventilation systems will not be impaired.WeatherstrippingTo prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the doors,
engine hood, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.Additional equipment (For regions where snow is
encountered)It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-handled 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 vehicle and a plastic scraper for the windshield, side and
rear window are also useful.
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7-46 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Fusible links
N00942700259
The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire if a large current
attempts to flow through certain electrical systems.
In case of a melted fusible link, see your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for inspection
and replacement.
For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuse load capacities” on
page 7-49.
Fuses
N00942800898
Fuse block locationTo prevent damage to the electrical system from short-circuit-
ing or overloading, each individual circuit is equipped with a
fuse. The fuse blocks are located in the passenger compartment
and in the engine compartment. Passenger compartmentThe fuse blocks in the passenger compartment are located
behind the fuse lid on the driver’s side as shown.
WA R N I N G
!Fusible links must not be replaced by any other
device. Failing to fit the correct fusible link may
result in fire in the vehicle, property destruction and
serious or fatal injuries at any time.
A- Main fuse block
B- Sub fuse block
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1. Open the fuse lid and pull to remove it. 2. For vehicles equipped with the bottom cover, use the
puller to loosen the 2 clips (A) and push down the bottom
cover. The puller is in the fuse block in the engine com-
partment. Refer to “Fuse replacement” on page 7-54.
WA R N I N G
!When changing fuses, do not damage the driver’s
knee airbag harness or accidentally strike the airbag
area with hard objects. Improper work methods
could result in an accidental driver’s knee airbag
deployment or could make the driver’s knee airbag
inoperable. Either of these situations could result in
serious injury or death.
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NOTEWhen finished, be sure to return the puller to the fuse
block in the engine compartment.3. To put back the fuse lid, line up the fuse lid hook (B) with
the clamp (C) on the instrument panel and push the lid
back in.
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7
Engine compartmentIn the engine compartment, the fuse block is located as shown
in the illustration.
1. Push the lock lever.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.
Fuse load capacities
N00954800244
This fuse list shows the names of the electrical systems and
their fuse capacities.
There are spare fuses in the cover of the fuse block in the
engine compartment. Always replace a blown fuse with one of
the same capacity as the original.
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7
*- Fusible link
Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depend-
ing on the vehicle model or specifications.
The table above shows the main equipment corresponding
to each fuse.
Engine compartment fuse location table
19 Accessory socket 15 A
20 Power window control 30 A*
21 Defogger 30 A*
22Heated
outside rearview mirrors7.5 A
23 115V Power outlet 15 A
24 Power seats 25 (20) A
25 Heated seats 30 ANo.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
*- Front of the vehicleEngine compartment fuse location
Behind the fuse block cover*
*
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No.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
1 Front fog lights 15 A
2 Engine 7.5 A
3 Automatic transaxle 20 A
4 Horn 10 A
5 Alternator 7.5 A
6 Headlight washer 20 A
7 Air conditioning 10 A
8*
1
ETV/Oil cooler fan (Twin Clutch
SST)
15 A
*
2
ETV
9 Security horn 20 A
10 Wiper deicer 15 A
11 — — —
12 Power gate 30 A
13 Daytime running lights 10 A
14Headlight
(high beam) (left)10 A
15Headlight
(high beam) (right)10 A
16Headlight
(low/high beam) (left)20 A*
3
17Headlight
(low/high beam) (right)20 A*
3
18Headlight
(low beam) (left)10 A*
4
19Headlight
(low beam) (right)10 A*
4
20*
1
ENG/POWER
10 A
*
2
I/C SPRAY
21 Ignition coil 10 A
22*
1
ENG/POWER 20 A
Fuel line heater 25 A
22*
2
ENG/POWER 20 A
23 Fuel pump15 A*
1
20 A*
2
24 Starter
30 A*
5
25*
1
Valve lift control
40 A*
5
—*
2
——
26 Anti-lock braking system
40 A*
5
27 Anti-lock braking system
30 A*
5
28Air conditioning condenser fan
motor30 A*
5
No.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
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Fuse replacement
N00954900085
1. Before replacing a fuse, always turn off the electrical item
connected to the fuse and turn the ignition switch to the
“LOCK” position.
2. There is a fuse puller (A) in the engine compartment fuse
block.3. Clamp it on the fuse you wish to remove, and pull the fuse
straight out from the fuse block.
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