2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK Owners Manual

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2. Remove the socket and bulb assemblies by turning them counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of thecover and pry gently to remove the cover. 2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
A- Rear side-marker light B- Rear turn signal light C- Tail and stop light
Rear side-marker light
Tail and stop light and Rear turn signal light
NOTE
 When installing the cover, make sure the arrow on the cover is pointing in the direc-tion of the front of the vehicle. *- Front of the vehicle
Back-up lights
NOTE
 Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screw- driver to keep from scratching the cover.
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Replacement of light bulbs
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3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out. 4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. When removing the light unit (A), push ittoward the left side of the vehicle body. 2. Use a screwdriver to gently pry up the tab (B) and remove the lens.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
NOTE
 When installing the lid, align the tab on the lid with the hole on the vehicle side.
License plate lights
NOTE
 Wrap a piece of cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep from scratching the lens.
NOTE
 When installing the light, insert tab (C) first then align and insert tab (D).
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Replacement of light bulbs 9-46 Vehicle care and maintenance
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly. Gently pry to remove the lens.
2. While holding down
the tab (A), pull out
the bulb.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
Dome light (front)/Reading lights
NOTE
 Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screw- driver to keep from scratching the lens.
NOTE
 Before replacing the bulb, put the dome light (front)/reading lights switch into the “OFF”position.  When mounting the lens, align the tab (B) with the hole on the vehicle body.
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Replacement of light bulbs
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the light assembly and pry gently to removethe lens.
2. While holding down
the tab (A), pull out
the bulb. 3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of thelight assembly and pry gently to removethe lens. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
Dome light (rear)
(if so equipped)
NOTE
 Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screw- driver to keep from scratching the lens.
NOTE
 Before replacing the bulb, put the dome light (rear) switch into the “OFF” position.  When mounting the lens, align the tabs (B) with the holes on
the vehicle body.
Cargo room light
NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screw- driver to keep from scratching the lens.
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Vehicle care precautions 9-48 Vehicle care and maintenance
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3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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In order to maintain the value of your vehicle,perform regular maintenance using the proper materials and procedures. Be sure to use only those materials and procedures that meet yourlocal environmental pollution control regula- tions. Choose the materials you will use care- fully, to be sure that they do not containcorrosives. If you are not sure, contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for help in choosing these materials.
These can all be dangerous, and they all can damage your vehicle.
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After washing the inside of your vehicle withany cleaner, wipe it dry in a shady, well venti- lated area.
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1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft clothsoaked in a 3 % solution of gentle soapand water.2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the deter- gent thoroughly.
NOTE
 Before replacing the bulb, put the cargo room light switch into the “OFF” position.
Vehicle care precautions
CAUTION Cleaning products can be dangerous. Some are poisonous. Others are highly flammable. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use any- thing in a container to clean your vehicle, besure to follow the instructions. Always open your vehicle doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use the followingchemicals to clean your vehicle:• Gasoline
• Carbon Tetrachloride• Benzine• Kerosene• Naphtha• Acetone• Turpentine• Paint Thinner• Lacquer Thinner• Nail Polish Remover
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
CAUTION Do not use organic substances (solvents, benzine, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or cracking of the surface.If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the sub- stances mentioned above.CAUTION
NOTE
 Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.
Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric and flocked parts
NOTE
 Do not use cleaners, conditioners, and pro- tectants containing silicones or wax. Such products, when applied to the instru-ment panels or other parts, may cause reflec- tions on the windshield and obscure vision. Also, if such products get on the switches ofthe electrical accessories, it may lead to fail- ure of these accessories.
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1. To maintain the value of your new vehi- cle, maintain the upholstery carefully andkeep the interior clean. Use a vacuum cleaner and brush to clean the seats. If stained, vinyl and syntheticleather should be cleaned with an appro- priate cleaner. Cloth fabrics can be cleaned with either upholstery cleaner or a3 % solution of gentle soap in lukewarmwater. 2. Clean the carpeting with a vacuum cleaner and remove any stains with carpetcleaner. Oil and grease can be removed by lightly dabbing with a clean white cloth and spot remover.
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1. To clean, lightly wipe the leather with asoft cloth soaked in a 5 % solution of gen- tle soap and water.
2. To rinse, dip the cloth in fresh water, wring it out well, and wipe off all the soap. 3. To preserve and protect, use a leather pro-tecting agent on the genuine leather sur- face.
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To protect your vehicle’s finish, wash it often and thoroughly. If desired, you may wax yourvehicle using a nonabrasive automobile wax.
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Industrial pollution, road tar, bird droppings,tree sap, insect remains, sea water and otherforeign matters can damage the finish on your vehicle. Generally, the longer any foreign materialstays on the finish, the worse the damage. Wash your vehicle as s
oon as possible when-
ever the finish gets soiled.
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Chemicals contained in the dirt and dustpicked up from air, rain, snow or road sur-faces can damage the paint and body of your vehicle if left on. Frequent washing and waxing is the best wayto protect your vehicle from this damage. Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Park the vehicle in the shade and spray it withwater to remove dust. Next, using plenty of
Upholstery
NOTE
 If fuzzing is difficult to remove from the seat upholstery, draw a suitable defuzzing brush over the surface in one direction.
Genuine leather
(if so equipped)
NOTE
 If genuine leather is wet with water, wipe it with a dry, soft cloth. If left damp, mildew may grow.  The genuine leather surface can be damaged if brushed with a nylon or synthetic fiber brush.  Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, acid or alkaline solventscan discolor the genuine leather surface and should not be used.  Genuine leather can mildew if not kept clean. Clean up any oil stains immediately.  The genuine leather surface may harden and shrink if it is exposed to the direct sunlight for long hours. When your vehicle is parked,place it in the shade as much as possible.  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 outside of your vehicle Foreign material Wa s h i n g
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clean water and a car washing mitt or sponge, wash the vehicle from top to bottom. Use a mild car washing soap if necessary. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a cham-ois or soft cloth. After washing the vehicle, carefully clean the joints and flanges of the doors, hood, etc., where dirt is likely toremain.
Salt and other chemicals spread on winter roads in some geographical areas can have adetrimental effect on the vehicle underbody. You should flush the underbody with a high pressure hose every time you wash the out-side of your vehicle. Take special care to remove mud or other debris which could trap and hold salt andmoisture.After washing your vehicle, wipe off all waterdrops from the rubber parts around the doors to prevent the doors from freezing.
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Wax your vehicle once or twice a year, or when water does not bead up on the paint.
CAUTION When washing the underside of your vehicle or the wheels, wear a pair of gloves to pro- tect your hands. If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the wiper switch lever in the “OFF” positionto deactivate the rain sensor before washing the vehicle. Otherwise, the wipers will oper- ate in the presence of water spray on thewindshield and may get damaged as a result. Never spray or splash water on the electrical parts in the engine compartment. This may damage them. Be careful also when washing the underbody. Do not spray water into theengine compartment. Avoid automatic car washers that use rotat- ing brushes. These brushes may scratch the paint surface and make it dull. Scratches are more noticeable on darker col- ored vehicles.
 Some hot water washing equipment uses high pressure and heat to clean your vehicle. This heated water may damage your vehi- cle’s resin parts. It can flood the interior of the vehicle. Therefore, be sure of the follow-ing:• Keep the washing nozzle at least 20 inches(50 cm) away from the vehicle body.• When washing around the door glass, holdthe nozzle at a distance of more than 20 inches (50 cm) and at right angles to the glass surface.
 When using high-pressure water to wash a vehicle equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key sys-tem, keep the water from spraying on the open button on the rear hatch. This could cause the rear hatch
to open and flood the
inside of the rear hatch.  Make sure to do the following when using an automatic car wash, with help from either this manual or the car wash operator, to avoid damaging your vehicle:• Fold the outside rear-view mirrors.• Put down (except for vehicles equipped with SIRIUS satellite radio antenna only) or remove the antenna.• If your vehicle is equipped with rearspoiler, check with the car wash operator before using the car wash.• If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, placethe wiper switch lever in the “OFF” posi- tion to deactivate the rain sensor.CAUTION
During cold weather
NOTE
 When the door is frozen, opening it by force may tear off or crack the rubber gasket installed around the door. Pour warm waterto melt the ice. Be sure to thoroughly wipe off the water after opening the door. To pre- vent freezing of the weatherstripping on thedoors, hood, etc., treat with silicone lubri- cant.
Waxing
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Use a soft cloth to put a small amount of wax on the painted surfaces. After the wax has dried, polish with a dry soft cloth. Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight.You should wax when the painted surfaces are cool.
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If painted surfaces have been severely dam- aged and lost their original luster and colortone, polish the surface lightly with a fine polishing compound. Avoid limiting your polishing to the damaged surface only; polisha somewhat wider area, moving the polishing cloth in one direction. After polishing, flush the compound from the surface and apply acoat of wax to regain a beautiful luster.
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Small cracks and scratches in the paint coatshould be touched up as soon as possible withtouch-up paint to prevent corrosion. Check body areas facing the road or the tires carefully for damage to the paint caused byflying stones, etc. The paint code number for your vehicle can be found on the vehicle information code plate in the engine compart-ment.
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Use a sponge or chamois to clean these parts.If a vehicle wax sticks to a gray or black rough surface of the bumper, molding or lights, the surface may appear white in color.
In this case, wipe it
off using lukewarm water
and a soft cloth or chamois.
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To prevent spots and corrosion of chrome parts, wash with water, dry thoroughly, and apply a nonabrasive automotive wax. If thechrome is severely damaged or pitted, use a commercially available chrome polish.
CAUTION Waxes containing high abrasive compounds should not be used. These waxes remove rust and stain effectively from the paintwork, but are harmful to the finish
on the paint and the
plate, because they also remove clearcoat. They are also harmful to other glossy sur- faces such as the grill
e, trim, moldings, etc.
Do not use gasoline, kerosene, benzine or paint thinners to remove road tar or other dirtfrom the vehicle surface. Do not put wax on the areas having black matte coating because it can cause uneven discoloration, patches, blurs, etc. If these get wax on them, wipe the wax off right awaywith a soft cloth and warm water. On vehicles equipped with sunroof, be care- ful not to apply any wax on the weatherstrip (black rubber) when waxing the area around the sunroof opening. If stained with wax, the weatherstrip cannot maintain a weatherproof seal with the sun-roof.
Polishing Damaged paint Cleaning plastic parts
CAUTION Do not use a scrubbing brush or other rough scrubber as these may damage the plastic surface.  Do not use wax containing compounds (pol- ishing powder) which may damage the plas-tic surface.  Do not let the plastic parts get soiled with gasoline, oil, brake fluids, engine oils, greases, paint thinner, and sulfuric acid (bat- tery electrolyte). These fluids, etc., maycrack, stain or discolor the plastic parts. If any of these get on the plastic parts, wipe them up with a soft cloth or chamois and amild solution of soap and water. Then rinse them immediately with water.
Chrome parts
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