Front fog light switch (if so equipped) 5-156 Features and controls
5
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The front fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are on low beam. Turning the knob in the direction of the “ON” position turns on the front fog lights as wellas the indicator in the instrument cluster. To turn them off, turn the knob in the direction of the “OFF” position.The knob will return to the neutral positionwhen it is released.
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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position. If the blades are frozen to the windshield, donot operate the wipers until the ice has melted
and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.
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With the lever in the “INT” (speed sensitiveintermittent operation) position, the intermit-tent intervals can be adjusted by turning the knob (A).
Front fog light switch
(if so
equipped)
NOTE
If the headlights are switched to high beam, the front fog lights will go
out; they will illu-
minate again when the headlights are switched back to low beam.
If the combination headlights and dimmer switch is rotated to the “OFF” or “ ” posi- tion while the front fog lights are illumi- nated, they will automatically turn off. Theycan be turned back on again by rotating the combination headlights and dimmer switch back to “ ” position, and turning the knob in the direction of the “ON” position.
Wiper and washer switch
CAUTION If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed against the glass mayfreeze, which may hinder visibility. Warm the glass with the defroster before using the washer.
Windshield wipers Except for vehicle with rain sensor
NOTE
MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive)LO- SlowHI- Fast
To adjust intermittent intervals
Wiper and washer switch
Features and controls 5-159
5
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Move the lever in the direction of the arrow and release, to operate the wipers once. Use this function when you are driving inmist or drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or“ACC” position. The wipers will continue to operate while the lever is held in the “MIST” position. The wipers will operate once if the lever is moved to the “AUTO” position and the knob
(D) is turned in the “+” direction when the ignition switch is “ON” position.
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To turn on the windshield washer, pull thelever toward you with the ignition switch in either the “ON” or “ACC” position. The washer fluid will be sprayed onto thewindshield by pulling the lever toward you. When the wipers are not in operation or in intermittent operation, by pulling the lever toward you, the wipers will operate severaltimes while the washer fluid is being sprayed. Also, by releasing the lever soon after pulling it toward you, the washer fluid will besprayed several times while the wipers are operating several times. (Intelligent washer) Intelligent washer will stop operating withany operation of the lever.
“+”- Higher sensitivity to rain “-”- Lower sensitivity to rain
NOTE
It is possible to activate the following func- tions. • Automatic operation (rain droplet sensitive) can be changed to intermittent operation (vehicle speed-sensitive, or at adjustableintervals). For further information, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Misting function
C
D
Windshield washer
Electric rear window defogger switch 5-160 Features and controls
5
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The electric rear window defogger can be used when the engine is running. The indicator light (A) will come on when you press the electric rear window defoggerswitch. Electric current will flow through the heating wires on the rear window to help clear away moisture or frost.
After about 20 minutes of operation, the sys- tem will shut off automatically. To switch the defogger OFF before 20 min-utes have passed, press the switch again. The indicator light will go out and the defogger will turn off. If you need the defogger for more than 20minutes, press the switch again. This will add 20 more minutes.
NOTE
It is possible to modify functions as follows: • Causing the wiper never to operate when washer fluid is sprayed. • Intelligent washer can be deactivated. • The wipers can be set to operate again after about 6 seconds. For details, consult a Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers
CAUTION If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed onto the glass might freeze, blocking your view. In cold weather,heat the glass with the defroster before using the washer.NOTE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. This could scratch the glass and wear the wiper blades prematurely. Before using the wipers in cold weather, check to be sure that the wiper blades are notfrozen to the windshield. Using the wipers while the blades are frozen could cause the wiper motor to burn out.
If the wipers become blocked by ice or other deposits on the glass, the motor may still burn out even if the wiper switch is OFF. If deposits form on the windshield, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine,and clean the glass so that the wipers can operate smoothly. Avoid using the washer for more than 20 sec- onds at a time. Do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty or thepump may fail. During cold weather, add a recommended washer solution that will not freeze in the washer reservoir. Otherwise the washer may not work or may be damaged. Replace the wiper blades when they are worn. Use the proper size replacementblades. If you have questions, ask your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Electric rear window defog- ger switch
NOTE
CAUTION The rear window defogger is not designed to melt snow. Remove any snow manuallybefore using the rear window defogger. Use the rear window defogger only after the engine has started and is running. Be sure to turn the defogger switch off immediately after the window is clear to save on batterypower.
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Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions ..........
.................................................................9-2
Catalytic converter .
.................................................
..........................9-2
Engine hood ...............................
.......................................................9-3
View of the engine co
mpartment ......................................................9-5
Engine oil and oil filt
er ...........................................
..........................9-6
Engine coolant .................
.................................................................9-8
Air cleaner filter.....
.................................................
..........................9-9
Manual transaxle oil (if so
equipped) ............................................. 9-11
Continuously variable transmission
(CVT) fluid (if so equipped) . 9-11
Twin Clutch Sportronic shift trans
mission (Twin Clutch SST) fluid (if
so equipped) ...........................
..................................................... 9-11
Transfer oil (All-wheel dr
ive models) ............................................9-12
Rear axle oil (All-wheel dr
ive models) .........................................9-12
AWC control fluid (if so
equipped) ................................................9-12
Washer fluid .....................
...............................................................9-12
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if
so equipped)........................................9-13
Power steering fluid (if so equipped)..............................................9-14 Battery........................................
.....................................................9-14
Tires ...........................................
.....................................................9-17
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped)...........................................9-24 Brake pedal free play
..............................................
........................9-24
Parking brake lever stroke ..............................................................9-24Parking brake break-in
...........................................
........................9-25
Wiper blades ..............................
.....................................................9-25
Emission-control system maintenance ...........................................9-25 General maintenance
..............................................
........................9-26
For cold and snowy weat
her ..........................................................9-28
Fusible links .....................
...............................................................9-28
Fuses ...................................................
............................................ 9-28
Replacement of light bul
bs ....................................
......................... 9-33
Vehicle care precautions
........................................
......................... 9-48
Cleaning the inside of you
r vehicle ................................................ 9-48
Cleaning the outside of your
vehicle .............................................. 9-49
View of the engine compartment
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-5
9
Unlatch the prop from the engine hood and put it back in its retainer. Slowly lower the engine hood about 8 inches (20 cm), then let it drop from its own weight.
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To close
CAUTION Be careful not to trap your hands or fingers when closing the engine hood. Make sure the engine hood is firmly closed before driving. If you drive without the engine hood com-pletely closed, it could open up while driv- ing.NOTE
If this does not close the engine hood prop- erly, drop it again from a slightly higher position.
Do not push down strongly on the engine hood. Depending on how strongly or where you push down, you could create a dent in the vehicle body. For vehicles equipped with the theft-alarm system, if you drive with the engine hood left open, warning display is displayed on theinformation screen in the multi-information display.Type 1 Type 2
NOTE
View of the engine compart- ment 1- Power steering fluid reservoir (if so
equipped)
2- Air cleaner filter 3- Brake fluid/Clutch fluid reservoir (if so
equipped)
4- Engine coolant reservoir 5- Windshield washer fluid reservoirExcept for vehicles with turbochargerVehicles with turbocharger
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) 9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not rec- ommend the addition of any fluid additives tothe transmission.
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Whenever the transfer oil level is checked,add oil as necessary to maintain the properlevel. Fill or change the oil according to the table.
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to maintain the proper level. Fill or change oil according to the table.
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Remove the lid on the trunk room right sidetrim. Check the fluid level in the reservoir 90 min-utes or more after turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. Check to make certain that the AWC controlfluid level is always between the “MAX” and “MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoir and refill the fluid, if necessary.
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir is inthe engine compartment.
Special additives
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models)
Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
AWC control fluid
(if so
equipped)To check the fluid level
Fluid type
Lubricant DIAMOND ATF SP IIIWasher fluid
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) Vehicle care and maintenance 9-13
9
Check the washer fluid level at regular inter- vals and add washer fluid to reservoir if nec- essary. Open the reservoir cap and check the fluidlevel with the dipstick. When freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the reservoir by operating thepump. Fill the reservoir with windshield anti- freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out theresidual water.
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The brake fluid and the clutch fluid share thereservoir tank. The fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks on the reservoir. The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but this does not indicate any abnormality. The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when doing other work under the engine hood. The brake
system should also be
checked for leaks at the same time.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indicates leaks from the brake system. If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. Use the recommended brake fluid conform- ing to DOT 3 or DOT 4. The reservoir cap must be tightly sealed to keep dirt and water out.
During cold weather
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid
(if so
equipped)To check the fluid level
MAX MIN
Fluid type
CAUTION Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch, mix with, or get into
the brake fluid. This
will damage the seals. Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can damage painted surfaces. Use only the listed brake fluid. Different brands of brake fluid have different addi-tives, and these can cause a chemical reac- tion. Do not mix bra
nds of brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir tank cap closed to keep the brake fluid from evaporating.
Refill capacities
Specifications 11-7
11
ACD: Active center differential system LSD: Limited slip differentialTransfer oil
Except for vehicles with ACD .50 qt (0.47 L)
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80
Vehicles with ACD .85 qt (0.8 L) Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD gear oil
AWC control fluid
.95 qt (0.9 L) {Includes hydrau-
lic piping}
DIAMOND ATF SP III
Rear differential oil
Except for vehicles with ACD .42 qt (0.4 L)
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80
Vehicles with ACD .58 qt (0.55 L) Mits
ubishi Motors Genuine LSD gear oil
Brake/Clutch (if so equipped) As required C
onforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As
required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2
Engine coolant {Includes .63 qt (0.65 L) in reserve tank}
Manual trans- axle
7.4 qt (7.0 L)
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or an equivalent
*
CVT 7.4 qt (7.0 L)Twin Clutch SST
7.9 qt (7.5 L)
Washer fluid 4.3 qt (4.0 L) — Refrigerant (air conditioning)
Refer to the “Air conditioning label”
on page 11-2.
HFC-134a
* : similar high quality ethylene glycol base
d non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate a
nd non-borate coolant with long life hybrid o
rganic acid tech-
nology
Item
Capacity
Lubricants