Automatic climate cont
rol air conditioner
Comfort controls 7-13
7
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Blower speed and vent mode may be con- trolled manually by setting the blower speedselection switch and the MODE switch to the desired positions. To return to automatic operation, press the AUTO switch.
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To remove frost or mist from the windshieldand door windows, use the MODE switch or defogger switch (“ ” or “ ”). Use this setting to ke
ep the windshield and
door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow).
1. Set the air selection
switch to the outside
position. 2. Set the MODE switch to the “ ” posi- tion. 3. Select your desire
d blower speed by
pressing the blower speed selection switch. 4. Select your desired temperature by press-ing the temperature control switch. 5. Push the air conditioning switch.
NOTE
Set the temperature at
about 75 (when the
outside temperature uni
t of the multi-infor-
mation display shows °F) or 24 (when theoutside temperature uni
t of the multi-infor-
mation display shows
°C) under normal con-
ditions. When the engine coolan
t temperature is low,
the air temperature from the heater will becool/cold until the engine warms up, even if you have selected warm
air with the temper-
ature switch. To prevent the windshield andwindows from fogging up, the vent mode will be changed to “ ” and the blower speed will be reduced.
Operating the air conditioning system (manual mode)
Defrosting or defogging (wind- shield, door windows)
CAUTION For safety, make sure
you have a clear view
through all the windows.
For ordinary defrosting
Type 1 Type 2
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Important air condit
ioning operating tips
7-14 Comfort controls
7
1. Push the defogger switch. 2. Set the temperature to the highest posi- tion.
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1. Park the vehicle in the shade whenever possible. Parking in the hot sun makes thevehicle interior extremely hot which then requires more time to cool. If it is neces- sary to park in the sun, open the windowsfor the first few minutes of air condition- ing to expel the hot air. 2. Afterwards, keep the windows closedwhen the air conditioner is in use. The entry of outside air through open windows will reduce cooling efficiency.3. When running the air conditioner, make sure the air intake, which is located in front of the windshield,
is free of obstruc-
tions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-intake chamber may reduce air flow and plug the water drains.
If the air conditioner seem
s less effective than
usual, the cause might
be a refrigerant leak.
Have the system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice.
For quick defrosting NOTE
While the “ ” indicator light is on, the air conditioning compressor
will run automati-
cally. The outside ai
r position will also be
selected and the blower
speed will be set at
the maximum au
tomatically.
If the “ ” indicator light is on, you cannot turn the air conditioner off or select the recir- culation position. This prevents the windows from fogging up.Type 1 Type 2
To defog quickly, direct the air flow from the side vents toward the door windows. When defrosting, do not set the temperature to the maximum cool position. This will blow cool air on the window glass and fog itup.
Important air conditioning operating tips
NOTE
Air conditioning system refrig- erant and lubricant recommen-dations
CAUTION The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the lubricant SUN-PAG56. Use of any other refrige
rant or lubricant will
cause severe da
mage and may re
quire replac-
ing your vehicle’s entire air conditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmo-sphere is not recommended. The new refrigerant HFC-134a in your vehi- cle is designed not to harm the earth’s ozonelayer. However, it ma
y contribute slightly to
global warming. It is recommended that the old refrigerant besaved and recycled for future use.
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Air purifier
Comfort controls 7-15
7
The air conditioner should be operated for at least five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This includes the quick defrostingmode. Operating the
air condition system
weekly maintains lubrication of the compres- sor internal parts to keep the air conditionerin the best operating condition.
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The air conditioning syst
em is equipped with
an air filter to remove pollen and dust. The air filter’s ability to collect pollen anddirt is reduced as it be
comes dirty, so replace
it periodically. For the
maintenance interval,
refer to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-NANCE MANUAL”.
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The audio system can only be used when theignition switch or the
operation mode is in
ON or ACC.
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This product supports audio playback from iPod/iPhone devi
ces, however dif-
fering versions mean
that playback cannot
be guaranteed. Please be aware that depending on the iPod/iPhone model or
version, operation
may differ.
During a long period of disuse Air purifier
NOTE
Operation in certain conditions such as driv- ing on a dusty road and frequent use of the air conditioner can lead
to reduction of ser-
vice life of the filter. When you feel that theair flow is lower than normal or when the windshield or windows start to fog up easily, replace the air filter.Contact your Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your
choice for assistance.
AM/FM radio/CD player
(if
so equipped)
NOTE
To listen to the audio system while the engine is not running, turn the ignitionswitch to the “ACC”
position or put the oper-
ation mode in ACC. If the ignition switch
or the operation mode
is left in ACC, the accessory power will automatically turn off after a certain period of time and you will no
longer be able to use
the audio system. The accessory power comes on again if the ignition switch or the engine switch is operated with it in the“ACC” position. Refer to “ACC power auto- cutout function” on page 5-19 and 5-60. If a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, it may create noise in
the audio equipment.
This does not mean that anything is wrongwith your audio equipmen
t. In such a case,
use the cellular phone at a place as far away as possible from the audio equipment.
If foreign objects or wa
ter get into the audio
equipment, or if smoke or a strange odorcomes from it, immediately turn off theaudio system and have
it checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. Never try torepair it yourself. Avoid using the audio sys- tem until it is inspected by a qualified per- son. If the audio system is damaged by foreign objects, water, or fire, have the systemchecked by a qualified Mitsubishi Motors technician.
Important Points on Usage
iPod/iPhone Playback Function
(if
so equipped)
NOTE
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Engine hood
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-3
9
To reduce the possibili
ty of catalytic con-
verter damage: Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY of the type of recommended in the “Fuel selection”. Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of gas could damage the catalytic converter. Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. If the battery is weak or run down, use jumper cables toproperly start the engine.
Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such aswhen performing
diagnosti
c tests.
Do not idle the engine
for a long time if it
is idling roughly or otherwise obviouslymalfunctioning. To prevent the catalytic converter from being damaged from unburned gas, do notrace the engine when turning off the igni- tion switch. Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is noticeably low, or the engine has a malfunction such as with theignition, etc. If you are not able to stop driving immediately,
slow down and drive
for only a short time. Have your vehiclechecked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon
as possible.
In unusual situations involving major engine problems, a burning odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyticconverter overheating.
If this occurs, stop
in a safe place, shut the engine off and let the vehicle cool. Once
the engine is cool,
immediately take your
vehicle to a dealer
or a repair facility of your choice for ser- vice.
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Use the engine hood release lever (located under the instrument panel near the driver’s door) to unlock the engine hood. Pull the lever toward you to release the engine hood latch.
CAUTION Damage to the catalyti
c converter can result
if your vehicle is not
kept in proper operating
condition. If the engine
malfunctions or mis-
fires, or if your vehi
cle performance suffers,
have it serviced promptly. Running your vehicle when it is
overheated may result in
damage to the converter and vehicle.WA R N I N G Do not park or run your vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can come
in contact with a
hot exhaust, since a fire could occur. Do not put undercoat paint on the cata- lytic converter.
Engine hood To open
WA R N I N G Never use the release lever to unlatch the engine hood while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not drive your vehicle unless the engine hood is locked.
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Battery
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-13
9
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but this
does not indicate any
abnormality. If the fluid level falls sealed tight in a short length of time, it indi
cates leaks from the
brake system. If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair 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.
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The condition of the battery is very importantfor quick starting and to keep the vehicle’selectrical system work
ing properly. Check the
battery regularly. If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging system tested by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
The electrolyte level
must be between the
limits shown on the outside of the battery. Fillit with distilled water as needed. The inside of the battery is divided into several compart- ments. Take the cap off of each compartmentand fill to the mark. Do not fill above the top line because a spill during driving could cause damage. The battery is weaker in cold temperatures. This has to do with it
s chemical and physical
properties and is why a very cold battery, especially one with a low charge, will have a hard time starting your vehicle.It is recommended th
at you have your battery
and charging system checked by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
Fluid type
CAUTION Do not let any petrol
eum-based fluid touch,
mix with, or get into
the brake fluid. This
will damage the seals. Be careful when handli
ng brake fluid. It can
damage painted surfaces. Use only the listed brak
e fluid. Different
brands of brake fluid
have different addi-
tives, and these can cause a chemical reac- tion. Do not mix brands of brake fluid. Keep the reservoir ta
nk cap closed to keep
the brake fluid from evaporating.
Battery
NOTE
After replacing the battery, the electronic control system data for the automatic trans-axle, etc., will be erased.As a result, shifting may be rough. Shifting will become
smoother after several
changes in speed.
Checking battery electrolyte level During cold weather
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Tires 9-20 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
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Tread wear indicators are built into the origi- nal equipment tires on your vehicle to helpyou know when your tires should be replaced. Many states have la
ws requiring that you
replace your tires at this point.These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves and will appear when the tire tread is worn down to 1/16 inch (1.6mm). When the bands appear next to one another in two or more places
, replace your tires.
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To even out the wear on your tires and make them last longer, Mitsubishi Motors Corpora- tion recommends that you rotate your tires atthe mileage listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. However, the timing for tire rotation mayvary according to your vehicle condition, road surface conditions, and your own per- sonal driving habits. Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your
tires as soon as pos-
sible. When rotating tires, check for uneven wear, damage, and wheel al
ignment. Abnormal
wear is usually caused by a wrong tire pres- sure, wheels that are not aligned properly,wheels that are out-of-balance, or severe braking. Check with an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer or a repair fac
ility of your choice to
find out the reason for uneven tread wear. The first tire rotation is the most important one. It will allow all your tires to wear evenly.
Tread wear indicator 1- Location of the tread wear indicator2- Tread wear indicator
NOTE
Tire wear indicators ca
n have different marks
and locations depending
on the tire manufac-
turer.
Tire rotation
CAUTION A compact spare tire can be installed tempo- rarily in place of a tire
that has been removed
during the tire rotation. However, it must notbe included in the re
gular tire rotation
sequence. If the tires have arrows (A) indicating the correct direction of rotation, swap the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of thevehicle and the front and rear tires on theright-hand side of th
e vehicle separately.
Keep each tire on its original side of the vehicle. When installing the tires, make surethe arrows point in the direction in which the wheels will turn when the vehicle moves for- ward. Any tire whose arrow points in thewrong direction will not
perform to its full
potential.
Tires that do not have arrows showing rotation direction Tires that have arrows s
howing rotation direction
Front Front
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Fuses
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-27
9
*: Fusible link Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depending on
the vehicle model
or specifications. The table above show
s the main equip-
ment corresponding to each fuse. 20 Back-up lights 7.5 A 21
Heated outside rearview mirrors
7.5 A
22
Outside rearview
mirrors
10 A
23
Cigarette lighter/ 12 V power outlet
15 A
24 Charge 7.5 A 25 Power seat 30 A*26 Heated seats 30 ANo.
Sym- bol
Electrical system
Capacity
Engine compartment fuse location table No.
Sym- bol
Electrical sys-
tem
Capacity
SBF1
Air condition- ing condenser fan motor
30 A*
SBF2 Starter 30 A*Behind the fuse block cover
SBF3
Air condition- ing condenser fan motor
30 A*
SBF4
Radiator fan
motor
40 A*
SBF5
Anti-lock brak- ing system
40 A*
SBF6 VLC 40 A* SBF7
Anti-lock brak- ing system
30 A*
BF1 Power liftgate 30 A BF2
Audio system amplifier
30 A
BF3 IOD IOD 30 A BF4 Diesel 30 A F1
Automatic transaxle
20 A
F2 Wiper de-icer 15A F3——— F4
Daytime run- ning lights
10 A
F5 Front fog lights 15 A F6 Air conditioner 10 ANo.
Sym- bol
Electrical sys-
tem
Capacity
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Vehicle labeling 11-2 Specifications
11
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Keep a record of the chassis number and vehicle identification
number. Such informa-
tion will assist police if
your vehicle is stolen.
1 - Vehicle emission control information labelThe vehicle emission control information label is affixed on the underside of the engine hood. 2 - Vehicle identification number plate The vehicle identification number is stamped on the plate riveted to the left front corner of the dashboard. It is visible from outside of thevehicle through the windshield. 3 - Air conditioning label
The air conditioning label is affixed on the inside panel of the engine hood. 4 - Vehicle information code plate The vehicle information code plate is locatedon the front passenger door sill.
The chassis number is stamped on the bulk- head as shown in the illustration.
Vehicle labeling
Chassis number
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