
Bonnet11-4 Maintenance
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2. Raise the bonnet while pressing the safetylock.3. Support the bonnet by inserting the sup-port bar in its slot.
1. Unlatch the support bar and clip it in itsholder.2. Slowly lower the bonnet to a positionabout 20 cm above the closed position,then let it drop.3. Make sure the bonnet is securely lockedby softly lifting the centre of the bonnet.
NOTE
zOnly open the bonnet when the wipers are inthe parked position. In any other position,the wipers could damage the paint or bonnet.
CAUTION zNote that the support bar may disengage thebonnet if the open bonnet is lifted by a strongwind. zAfter inserting the support bar into the slot,make sure the bar supports the bonnetsecurely from falling down on to your heador body.
To c l o s e
CAUTION zBe careful that hands or fingers are nottrapped when closing the bonnet. zBefore driving, make sure that the bonnet issecurely locked. An
incompletely locked
bonnet can suddenly open while driving.This can be extremely dangerous.NOTE
zIf this does not close
the bonnet, release it
from a slightly higher position. zDo not press down firmly on the bonnet asdoing so could damage it. zFor vehicles equipped with the securityalarm system, if you drive with the bonnetleft open, warn
ing display is displayed on the
information screen in the multi informationdisplay.
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Engine coolant/Plug-in hybrid EV system coolant11-6 Maintenance
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A transparent engine coolant reserve tank (A)and EV cooling system reserve tank (B) islocated in the engine compartment.The coolant level in this tank should be keptbetween the “LOW” and “FULL” markswhen measured while the engine and theplug-in hybrid EV system are cold.
The cooling system is a closed system andnormally the loss of coolant should be veryslight. A noticeable drop in the coolant levelcould indicate leakage. If this occurs, we rec-ommend you to have the system checked assoon as possible.
If the level should drop below the “LOW”level on the reserve tank, open the lid and addcoolant.Also, if the reserve tank is completely empty,remove the radiator cap (C) or the reservetank cap (D) and add coolant until the levelreaches the filler neck.The engine coolant and the plug-in hybrid EVsystem coolant contains an ethylene glycolanti-corrosion agent. Some parts of theengine and the plug-in hybrid EV system arecast aluminium alloy, and periodic changingof the engine coolant and the plug-in hybridEV system coolant are necessary to preventcorrosion of these parts.
NOTE
zUse of additives is
not recommended since
they may reduce the effectiveness of addi-tives already included in the engine oil. Itmay result in failure of the mechanicalassembly.
Engine coolant/Plug-in hybrid EV system coolant To c h e c k t h e c o o l a n t l e v e l
*:Front of the vehicle
To a d d c o o l a n t
FULLLOW
FULLLOW
WA R N I N G zDo not open the radiator cap (C) and thereserve tank cap (D) while the engine andthe plug-in hybrid EV system are hot. Thecoolant system is under pressure and anyhot coolant escaping could cause severeburns.
Anti-freeze Use “MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINESUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT PRE-MIUM” or equivalent
*.
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Auxiliary battery11-8 Maintenance
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The fluid level is monitored by a float. Whenthe fluid level falls below the “MIN” mark,the brake fluid warning lamp lights up.The fluid level falls slightly with wear of thebrake pads, but this does not indicate anyabnormality.The fluid in the master cylinder should bechecked when doing other work under the
bonnet. The brake system should also bechecked for leaks at the same time.If the fluid level falls markedly in a shortlength of time, it indicates leaks from thebrake system.If this occurs, we recommend you to have thevehicle checked.Use brake fluid conforming to DOT3 orDOT4 from a sealed container. The brakefluid is hygroscopic. Too much moisture inthe brake fluid will adversely affect the brakesystem, reducing the performance.
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The condition of the auxiliary battery is veryimportant for quick starting of the plug-inhybrid EV system and proper functioning ofthe vehicle’s electrical system. Regularinspection is especially important in coldweather. Be sure to have a MITSUBISHIMOTORS Authorized Service Point checkthe auxiliary battery.
LHDRHD
Fluid type
CAUTION zTa k e c a r e i n h a n d l i n g b r a k e f l u i d a s i t i sharmful to the eyes,
may irritate your skin
and also damage to painted surfaces. zUse only the specified brake fluid.Do not mix or add different brand of brakefluid to prevent chemical reaction.Do not let any petrol
eum-based fluid touch,
mix with, or get into the brake fluid.This will damage the seals. zKeep the reservoir tank cap closed to preventthe brake fluid from deteriorating exceptmaintenance. zClean the filler cap before removing andclose the cap securely after maintenance.
Auxiliary battery
WA R N I N G zBe sure to have a MITSUBISHI MOTORSAuthorized Service Point charge the bat-tery. Do not charge the battery yourself.Flammable gases may leak and explode.CAUTION zThere is a type of auxiliary battery is notproperly installed in the vehicle, even if thesame specification.When replacing the auxiliary battery, pleasecontact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-ized Service Point.
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