
Refer to “Armrest” on page 4-06.Bottle holderE00718200328CAUTIONlDo not drink beverages while driving. This
is distracting and could cause an accident.
l Drinks could be spilled by the vibration and
jolts while driving. If the spilt drink is very
hot, you could be burnt.There are bottle holders located on the front
doors.NOTEl Tightly close the cap on drink bottles before
storing them.
l Some bottles may be too big or the wrong
shape to fit in the holder.Rear shelf panel*
E00715400114CAUTIONlDo not place luggage or other items on the
rear shelf panel. Any items on the rear shelf
panel would obstruct your rearward view, and they could fly forward and cause inju-
ries or other mishap in the event of hard
braking.To install
1. Insert the concave portion (A) on the un-
derside of the rear shelf panel into the inside protruding portion (B) of the tail-
gate.
CAUTIONl Lightly push the rear shelf panel to make
sure that the concave portion (A) is set firm-ly in the protruding portion (B) of the tail- gate. If the rear shelf panel is not securely
locked in place, it could unhook while driv- ing and cause injuries.
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2.Hang the strap (C) of the rear shelf panel
on the hook (D).
To remove
Follow this procedure in reverse to remove.
Assist grips
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The assist grips (located above the doors on the headliner) are not designed to support
body weight. They are intended for use only while seated in the vehicle.CAUTIONl Do not use the assist grips when getting into
or out of the vehicle. The assist grips could
detach causing you to fall.Coat hook*
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There is a coat hook on the rear seat assist
grip of the driver’s side.WARNINGl Do not put a hanger or any heavy or poin-
ted object on the coat hook. If the curtain
airbag was activated, any such item could
be propelled away with great force and could prevent the curtain airbag from in-
flating correctly. Hang clothes directly on the coat hook (without using a hanger).
Make sure there are no heavy or sharp objects in the pockets of clothes that you
hang on the coat hook.
Assist grips
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Genuine leather*
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1. Gently wipe off with gauze or other soft
cloth soaked with a 5 % aqueous solu-tion of neutral detergent.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring it out
well. Using this cloth, wipe off the deter-
gent thoroughly.
3. Apply leather protecting agent to the
genuine leather surface.
NOTEl If genuine leather is wet with water or is
washed in water, wipe off water as quickly
as possible with a dry, soft cloth. If left damp, mildew may grow.
l The genuine leather surface may be dam-
aged if a nylon brush or synthetic fibre is
rubbed hard against it.
l Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene,
alcohol and petrol, acid or alkaline solvents
may discolour the genuine leather surface. Be sure to use neutral detergents.
l Remove dirty patches or oil substances
quickly as they can stain genuine leather.
l The genuine leather surface may harden and
shrink if it is exposed to direct sun for long
hours. When your vehicle is parked, place it in the shade as much as possible.
l When the temperature of the vehicle interior
rises in summer, vinyl products left on the
genuine leather seat may deteriorate and stick to the seat.Cleaning the exterior of
your vehicle E00900700108
If the following is left on your vehicle, it may cause corrosion, discolouration and stains, wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
l Seawater, road deicing products.
l Soot and dust, iron powder from facto-
ries, chemical substance (acids, alkalis, coal-tar, etc.).
l Droppings from birds, carcasses of in-
sects, tree sap, etc.Washing
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Chemicals contained in the dirt and dust picked up from the road surface can damagethe paint coat and body of your vehicle if left
in prolonged contact.
Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to protect your vehicle from this damage.
This will also be effective in protecting it from environmental elements such as rain,snow, salt air, etc.
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight.
Park the vehicle in the shade and spray it
with water to remove dust. Next, using an ample amount of clean water and a car wash- ing brush or sponge, wash the vehicle from
top to bottom.
Use a mild car washing soap if necessary.
Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft
cloth. After washing the vehicle, carefully clean the joints and flanges of the doors, bon-
net and other sections where dirt is likely to remain.CAUTIONl When washing the under side of your vehi-
cle or wheel, be careful not to injure your
hands.
l If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place
the wiper switch lever in the “OFF” position to deactivate the rain sensor before washing
the vehicle. Otherwise, the wipers will oper- ate in the presence of water spray on the
windscreen and may get damaged as a result.
l Refrain from excessively using a car wash as
its brushes may scratch the paint surface,
causing it to lose its gloss. Scratches will be
especially visible on darker coloured vehi- cles.
l Never spray or splash water on the electrical
components in the engine compartment. Do- ing so could have an adverse effect on the
engine startability.
Exercise caution also when washing the un-
derbody; be careful not to spray water into the engine compartment.
l Some types of hot water washing equipment
apply high pressure and heat to the vehicle. They may cause heat distortion and damage
to the vehicle resin parts and may result in flooding of the vehicle interior.
Cleaning the exterior of your vehicle
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CAUTIONTherefore;• Maintain a distance of approx. 70 cm
or
more between the vehicle body and the
washing nozzle.
• When washing around the door glass,
hold the nozzle at a distance of more than
70 cm and at right angles to the glass sur-
face.
l After washing the vehicle, drive the vehicle
slowly while lightly depressing the brake
pedal several times in order to dry out the brakes.
Leaving the brakes wet could result in re- duced braking performance. Also, there is a
possibility that they could freeze up or be- come inoperative due to rust, rendering the
vehicle unable to move.
l When using an automatic car wash, pay at-
tention to the following items, referring to the operation manual or consulting a car
wash operator. If the following procedure is not followed, it could result in damage to your vehicle.
• The outside mirrors are retracted.
• The antenna is removed.
• The wiper arms are secured in place with
tape.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a rear
spoiler or roof rails, consult a car wash operator before using the car wash.
• If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers,
place the wiper switch lever in the “OFF” position to deactivate the rain sensor.During cold weather
Salt and other chemicals spread on the roads
in some areas in winter can have a harmful effect on the vehicle body. You should there-
fore wash the vehicle as often as possible in accordance with our care-instructions. It is
recommended to have a preservative applied
and the underfloor protection checked before and after the cold weather season.
After washing your vehicle, wipe off all wa- terdrops from the rubber parts around thedoors to prevent the doors from freezing.
NOTEl To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping
on the doors, bonnet, etc., they should be treated with silicone spray.Waxing
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Waxing the vehicle will help prevent the ad-
herence of dust and road chemicals to the
paintwork. Apply a wax solution after wash- ing the vehicle, or at least once every three
months to assist displacing of water.
Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight.
You should wax after the surfaces have
cooled.
CAUTIONl Waxes containing high abrasive compounds
should not be used. Such waxes remove rust and stains effectively from the paintwork but
they are harmful to the lustre on the painted
surface and the plated surface.
Further, they are harmful to glossy surfaces such as grille, garnish, mouldings, etc.
l Do not use petrol or paint thinners to remove
road tar or other contamination to the pain-
ted surface.
l Do not apply wax to sections that have a
black mat paint coating, as doing so could cause uneven discolouration, spots or stains.
If wax gets on such areas, wipe it off using
lukewarm water and a soft cloth.Polishing
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The vehicle should only be polished if the
paintwork has become stained or lost its lus- tre. Do not polish parts with a mat coating
and the plastic bumpers. Doing so could cause stains or damage the finish.
Damaged paint
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Small cracks and scratches in the paint coat
should be touched up as soon as possible
with MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE
touch-up paint to prevent corrosion.
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Weatherstripping
To prevent freezing of the weatherstrippingon the doors, bonnet, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.
Additional equipment
It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-
handled spade in the vehicle during the win- ter 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 windscreen and rear window are also use-ful.
Fusible links
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The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire if
a large current attempts to flow through cer- tain electrical systems.
In case of a melted fusible link, we recom- mend you to have your vehicle inspected.
For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuse
load capacity” on page 10-21.
WARNINGl Fusible links must not be replaced by any
other device. Failing to fit the correct fusi-
ble link may result in fire in the vehicle,
property destruction and serious or fatal injuries at any time.Fuses
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Fuse block location
To prevent damage to the electrical systemdue to shortcircuiting or overloading, each in-
dividual circuit is provided with a fuse.
There are fuse blocks in the passenger com-
partment and in the engine compartment.
Passenger compartment (LHD
vehicles)
The fuse blocks in the passenger compart-
ment are located behind the fuse lid in front of the driver’s seat at the position shown inthe illustration.
A- Main fuse block B- Sub fuse block
Fusible links
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4-wheel drive operation.....................................6-39A
Accessory (Installation).....................................2-04
Accessory socket............................................... 7-71
Active stability control (ASC)...........................6-50
Additional equipment...................................... 10-19
Air conditioning................................................ 7-03 Important operation tips for the airconditioning................................................. 7-11
Air purifier.........................................................7-12
Airbag................................................................ 4-24
Antenna............................................................. 7-46
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......................... 6-46 Display.......................................................... 6-47
Warning lamp................................................6-47
Ashtray.............................................................. 7-70
Assist grips........................................................ 7-80
Audio CD player...................................................... 7-12
LW/MW/FM radio........................................ 7-12
Steering wheel audio remote con- trol switches................................................. 7-25
Troubleshooting............................................ 7-44
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system......................6-18
Automatic transmission Fluid............................................................ 11-15
Selector lever operation........................ 6-25,6-31
Selector lever position.......................... 6-27,6-33
Sports mode.......................................... 6-28,6-34
B
Battery............................................................. 10-08
Charge warning lamp.................................... 5-45
Discharged battery (Emergency starting)..... 8-02
Disposal information for used batteries........ 2-06
Specification............................................... 11-11
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface................................... 7-47
Bonnet............................................................. 10-03
Bottle holder...................................................... 7-79
Brake assist system............................................6-45
Brake Anti-lock brake............................................. 6-46
Braking.......................................................... 6-43
Fluid.................................................. 10-08,11-15
Parking brake................................................ 6-06
Bulb capacity................................................... 10-26
C
Capacities........................................................ 11-15
Card holder................................................7-69,7-77
Cargo loads........................................................6-64
Catalytic converter.......................................... 10-02
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles................................................... 6-42
CD player.......................................................... 7-12
Central door locks............................................. 3-26
Charge warning lamp........................................ 5-45
Chassis number............................................... 11-02
Check engine warning lamp.............................. 5-44
Child restraint.................................................... 4-15
Caution for installing the child re- straint on vehicles with a front
passenger airbag.................................. 4-15,4-27
Child-protection rear doors............................... 3-30
Cigarette lighter................................................. 7-70
Cleaning
Exterior of your vehicle................................ 9-03
Interior of your vehicle................................. 9-02
Clutch
Fluid............................................................ 10-08
Coat hook.......................................................... 7-80
Combination headlamps and dipper switch...... 5-47
Coolant (engine)....................................10-06,11-15
Cruise control.................................................... 6-52
Cup holder......................................................... 7-78
D
Daytime running lampsReplacement................................................ 10-32
Demister (rear window).................................... 5-61
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)........................... 6-16Digital clock Time Setting.................................................. 7-41
Dimensions...................................................... 11-05
Dipper (High/Low beam change)......................5-50
Doors Central door locks......................................... 3-26Child-protection............................................ 3-30 Dead Lock System........................................ 3-27
Lock and unlock............................................ 3-25
Driving, alcohol and drugs................................ 6-03
Alphabetical index
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