Braking
Driving safety 6-5
6
Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle, transfer case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all the lubrication points. Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather conditions. This is normal and shifting will get easier as the transaxlewarms up. Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of aleak or from engine overheating, add Mit-subishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equivalent. Please read this section in conjunctionwith the “Engine coolant” on page 9-8.
[For RALLIART vehicles sold in U.S.A.] Mitsubishi Motors recommends that the standard equipment 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 provides supe-rior grip. The road grip, however, is reduced in win- ter.When replacing the standard equipmenttires with winter tires, all four tires must be replaced using radial identicalsize win- ter tires.
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All the parts of the brake system are criticalto safety. Have the vehicle serviced by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice at regular inter- vals according to the “WARRANTY ANDMAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately after starting, espe-cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brakediscs or brake drums and prevent normal braking after driving in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed.If this occurs, dry the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal. On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brakes less effective.While driving in such conditions, pay close attention to preceding and following vehicles and to the condition of
the road surface. From
WA R N I N GNever open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned.
NOTE
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure sensorswhen the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement should, therefore, be performed only by an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer. If you use new wheels w
ith new tire inflation
pressure sensors, their ID codes must be pro- grammed into the tire pressure monitoringsystem. Refer to “Whenever the tires and wheels are replaced with new ones” on page 5-108.
Braking When brakes are wet When driving in cold weather
Automatic air conditioning with
Fahrenheit scale (if so equipped)
7-18 Comfort controls
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial. Turning the dial clockwise will increase theblower speed; turning the dial counterclock- wise will decrease it. When the dial is set to the “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflowwill stop.
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Use this dial to adjust the temperature in thepassenger compartment. Turn the temperaturecontrol dial clockwise to make the air warmer. Turn it counterclockwise to make the air cooler.
The above indicates the factory settings. You can personalize the air selection switch and air conditioning switch to match your per-sonal preferences. Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.Refer to “Personalizing the air conditioning switch (Changing the function setting)” on page 7-20.Refer to “Personalizing the air selection (Changing the function setting)” on page
3- Blower speed selection dial 4- Air conditioning switch5- Mode selection dial 6- Electric rear window defogger switch
P.5-160NOTE
There is an interior air temperature sensor (A) in the illustrated position.Never place anything over the sensor, since doing so will prevent it from functioning properly.
Blower speed selection dial
Temperature control dial
NOTE
While the engine coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with the dial. When the temperature is set to the highest or the lowest setting under the AUTO opera-tion, the air selection and the air conditioning will be automatically changed as follows. Also, if the air selection is operated manuallyafter an automatic changeover, manual oper- ation will be selected. • Quick Heating (When the temperature is set to the highest setting) Outside air will be introduced and the airconditioning will stop. • Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set to the lowest setting) Inside air will be recirculated and the air conditioning will operate.
Automatic air conditioning with
Celsius scale (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-23
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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is running.
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.Turning the dial clockwise will increase the blower speed; turning the dial counterclock- wise will decrease it. When the dial is set tothe “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
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Use this dial to adjust the temperature in the passenger compartment. Turn the temperaturecontrol dial clockwise to make the air warmer. Turn it counterclockwise to make the air cooler.
When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial to the maximum cool position. This will blow cool air on the window glass and fog it up.
Automatic air conditioning with Celsius scale
(if so
equipped)Control panel
1- Temperature control dial 2- Air selection switch 3- Blower speed selection dial 4- Air conditioning switch
NOTE
5- Mode selection dial6- Electric rear window defogger switch
P. 5-160NOTE
There is an interior
air temperature sensor
(A) in the illustrated position. Never place anything over the sensor, sincedoing so will prevent it from functioning properly.
Blower speed selection dial
Temperature control dial
Tires 9-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. (See the tire and load- ing information placard attached to the sill of the driver’s door.) Stay within the recommended load limits. Make sure that the weight of any load in your vehicle is evenly distributed. Drive at safe speeds. After filling your tires to the correct pres- sure, check them for damage and airleaks. Be sure to reinstall the caps on thevalve stems.
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The following maintenance steps are recom- mended: Check tire pressures regularly.
Have regular maintenance done on the wheel balance and front and rear suspen- sion alignment. Rotate your tires regularly as described in the “Tire rotation” section on page 9-23.
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Tread wear indicators are built into the origi- nal equipment tires on your vehicle to help you know when your tires should be replaced.Many states have laws requiring that you replace your tires at this point. These indicators are molded into the bottomof the tread grooves and will appear when the tire tread is worn down to 1/16 inch (1.6 mm).
Replacing tires and wheels
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 11-5.
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 differen-tial oil temperature, resulting in possible damage to the driving system. Further, the drive train will be subjected to excessiveloading, possibly leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other serious prob- lems. Even if a wheel has the same rim size and offset as the specified type of wheel, itsshape may prevent it from being fitted cor- rectly. Consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice before using wheels that you have. Only Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels should be used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem.Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be possible to install the tire pressure sensor properly.
Tire maintenance
CAUTION
Tr e a d w e a r i n d i c a t o r s 1- Location of the tread wear indicator 2- Tread wear indicator
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) 9-24 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
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In some areas of the country, snow tires are required for winter driving. If snow tires arerequired in your area, you must choose snow tires of the same size and type as the original tires provided with your vehicle. Snow tiresshould also be installed on all four wheels. Otherwise your safety and vehicle handling can be reduced.Even where laws may permit it, snow tiresshould not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
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To check the clutch pedal free play (A), turn off the engine and press the pedal until you feel resistance. Clutch pedal free play: .2 to .4 inch (4 to 9 mm)
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To check the brake pedal free play (A), turnoff the engine and press the brake pedal sev-eral times with your foot. Then press the pedal down with your fingers until you first feel resistance. Brake pedal free play: .1 to .3 inch (3 to 8 mm) If the free play is not within these limits, take your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for adjustment.
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Check the parking brake lever travel occa-sionally. To check this, pull the lever up
Snow tires
CAUTION If flange nuts are used on your vehicle, change to tapered nuts when using snow tireswith steel wheels. Only Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels should be used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem.Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be possible to install the tire pressure sensor properly.
Tire chains
CAUTION Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. The clearance between the chains and the body is not sufficient to allow proper clear- ance, and the vehicle body might be dam-aged.
Clutch pedal free play
(if so
equipped)
Brake pedal free play Parking brake lever stroke
Alphabetical index 12-4
12
Shift points (recommended speed)
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5-61
Mirror
Inside day/night rearview mirror
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5-51
Outside rearview mirrors
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5-53
Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
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3-5 Multi-information display
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5-112
O
Octane requirement
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................
3-2
Oil
Engine oil
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9-6
, 11-6
Manual transaxle oil
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9-11
, 11-6
Rear axle oil
..................
.................
9-12
Transfer oil
...................
.................
9-12
Operation under adverse driving conditions
...
8-15 Outside rearview mirrors
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5-53
Overheating
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...................
8-4
P
Parking
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6-6
Parking brake
................
.................
5-49
Parking brake lever stroke
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9-24
Polishing
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9-51
Power brakes
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.................
5-90
Power door locks
...............
.................
5-38
Power steering
Fluid
....................
.................
9-14
, 11-6
System
........................
...................
5-98
Power windows
...................
................
5-45
Puncture (Tire changing)
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8-6
R
Radiator cap
....................
....................
9-9
Radio
General information about your radio 7-63
Rain sensor
..................
.....................
5-157
Rear axle oil
....................
...................
9-12
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
..................
................
9-34
Replacement
...................
................
9-44
Rear turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
..................
................
9-34
Replacement
...................
................
9-44
Rear window defogger switch
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5-160
Rear-view camera
.............................
5-108
Rearview mirror
Inside
......................
.......................
5-51
Outside
.......................
...................
5-53
Refrigerant (air conditioning)
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11-6
Replacement of light bulbs
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9-33
Replacing tires and wheels
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9-22
Reporting Safety Defects
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10-2
Roof antenna
.............................
7-62
, 7-63
S
Safe driving techniques
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6-4
Seat
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..........................
4-2
Arm rest
.......................
...................
4-6
Front seats
....................
...................
4-3
Heated seats
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................
4-5
Rear seats
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...................
4-5
Seats and restraint systems
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4-2
Seat belt
........................
.......................
4-8
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor
.4-12
Child restraint
...............
.................
4-14
Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning
..4-11
Force limiter
.................
.................
4-14
Front passenger seat belt warning light
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4-12Maintenance and inspection
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4-21
Pre-tensioner
.................
.................
4-13
Seat belt extender
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4-13
Seat belt instructions
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4-9
Seat belt use during pregnancy
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4-13
Service brake
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5-90
Service precautions
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................
9-2
Snow tires
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9-24
Spark plugs
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.....................
9-26
Steering
Power steering fluid
...............
9-14
, 11-6
Tilt lock lever
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.................
5-51
Wheel lock
............................
5-20
, 5-56
Storage spaces
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5-190