Fuel selectionE00200104624
Recom-
mended
fuel
Petrol-powered vehicles Unleaded petrol octanenumber (EN228) 90 RON or higher (3000
models)
95 RON or higher (3800
models)
If the “PREMIUM FUEL ONLY” label is attached tothe fuel tank filler door, fill
it up with premium fuel.
Diesel-powered vehicles Cetane number (EN590)51 or higherCAUTIONl For petrol-powered vehicles, the use of lea-
ded fuel can result in serious damage to the engine and catalytic converter. Do not use leaded fuel.
l Diesel-powered vehicles are designed to use
only diesel fuel that meets the EN 590 stand-
ard.
Use of any other type of diesel fuel would adversely affect the engine’s performance
and durability.CAUTIONl For diesel-powered vehicles, if proper “win-
ter” fuel is not used in winter, the diesel pre-
heat indication lamp may blink and the en- gine speed may not rise above the idling speed because of fuel freezing. In this case,
keep the engine idling for about ten minutes,
then turn off the ignition switch and immedi- ately turn it on again to confirm that the die-
sel preheat indication lamp is off. (Refer to “Diesel preheat indication lamp” on page
5-09.)
NOTEl It is advisable to sufficiently warm up the
engine after starting it when the outside tem-
perature is below zero °C.
l Due to the separation of paraffin, the fluidity
of the fuel decreases considerably as the
temperature falls.
Because of this fact there are two kinds of
fuel: “summer” and “winter”.
This must be considered in winter use. Select either of the two kinds of fuel in ac- cordance with ambient temperature. Above -5 °C: “Summer” diesel
Below -5 °C: “Winter” diesel
When travelling abroad, find out in advance
about the fuels served in local service sta- tions.NOTEl The 3800 models have the knock control
system so that you can use unleaded petrol
91 RON as an emergent measure in case un-
leaded petrol 95 RON or higher is not avail-
able on journey, etc. In such a case, you don’t need to adjust the engine specially.
In case of using unleaded petrol 91 RON ,
the engine performance level is reduced.
l In petrol-powered vehicles, repeatedly driv-
ing short distances at low speeds can cause
deposits to form in the fuel system and en-
gine, resulting in poor starting and poor ac-
celeration.
If these problems occur, you are advised to add a detergent additive to the gasoline
when you refuel the vehicle. The additive
will remove the deposits, thereby returning the engine to a normal condition. Be sure to use a MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE
FUEL SYSTEM CLEANER. Using an un-
suitable additive could make the engine mal- function. For details, please contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
l Poor quality petrol can cause problems such
as difficult starting, stalling, engine noise
and hesitation. If you experience these prob- lems, try another brand and/or grade of pet-
rol.
If the check engine warning lamp flashes,
have the system checked as soon as possible
at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
Fuel selection
2-02OVWE16E1General information2
Service precautions........................................................................... 10-02
Catalytic converter............................................................................ 10-02
Bonnet............................................................................................... 10-03
Engine oil.......................................................................................... 10-04 Engine coolant...................................................................................10-06
Washer fluid...................................................................................... 10-08
Brake fluid.........................................................................................10-09
Clutch fluid*..................................................................................... 10-10 Power steering fluid.......................................................................... 10-10
Battery............................................................................................... 10-11 Tyres..................................................................................................10-12Parking brake break-in...................................................................... 10-17
Wiper blade rubber replacement....................................................... 10-17
General maintenance......................................................................... 10-19
For cold and snowy weather............................................................. 10-19 Fusible links...................................................................................... 10-19
Fuses..................................................................................................10-20
Replacement of lamp bulbs............................................................... 10-24Maintenance
OVWE16E110
Service precautionsE01000100937
Adequate care of your vehicle at regular in- tervals serves to preserve the value and ap-
pearance as long as possible.
Maintenance items as described in this own- er’s manual can be performed by the owner.We recommend you to have the periodic in-
spection and maintenance performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point or another specialist. In the event a malfunction or other problem is discovered,
we recommend you to have it checked and repaired. This section contains information on inspection maintenance procedures that you can do yourself.
Follow the instructions and cautions for each
of the various procedures.WARNINGl When checking or servicing the inside of
the engine compartment, make sure the
engine is switched off and has had a chance to cool down.
l If it is necessary to do work in the engine
compartment with the engine running, be
especially careful that your clothing, hair,
etc., does not become caught by the fans, drive belts, or other moving parts.WARNINGl The air conditioning condenser fan (if so
equipped) can turn on automatically even
if the engine is not running. Turn the igni-
tion switch to the “LOCK” position to be safe while you work in the engine com-
partment.
A- Radiator fan
B- Air conditioning condenser fan (if so
equipped)
C- Caution label (Vehicle with air condi-
tioning condenser fan)
*: Front of the vehicle
WARNINGl Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open
flames around fuel or battery. The fumesare flammable.WARNINGl Be extremely cautious when working
around the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulphuric acid.
l Do not get under your vehicle with just
the body jack supporting it. Always use
automotive jack stands.
l Improper handling of components and
materials used in the vehicle can endangeryour personal safety. We recommend you
to consult a specialist for necessary infor- mation.Catalytic converter
E01000201355
For ordinary use, there are no particular pre-cautions except that of using unleaded petrol.
The exhaust gas scavenging devices used
with the catalytic converter are extremely ef- ficient for the reduction of noxious gases.
The catalytic converter is installed in the ex- haust system.
It is important to keep the engine properly
tuned to ensure proper catalyst operation andprevent possible catalyst damage.
Service precautions
10-02OVWE16E1Maintenance10
A
Accessory (Installation).....................................2-04
Accessory socket............................................... 7-77
Active stability & traction control (ASTC)....... 6-44
Additional equipment...................................... 10-19
Air conditioning Front automatic air conditioning................... 7-03
Important operation tips for the air conditioning................................................. 7-11
Rear air conditioning.....................................7-09
Air purifier (with deodorizing function)........... 7-11
Airbag................................................................ 4-36 Caution for installing the child re-straint on vehicle with a front pas-
senger’s airbag............................................. 4-39
Antenna............................................................. 7-50
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......................... 6-41 Warning lamp................................................6-43
Approach lamps.................................................3-08
Armrest..................................................... 4-08,4-10
Ashtray.............................................................. 7-76
Audio LW/MW/FM radio/CD player...................... 7-12
To listen to a disc in the Video En- tertainment System...................................... 7-39
Troubleshooting............................................ 7-47
Auto-cutout function......................................... 7-82
Automatic headlamp levelling.......................... 5-42
Automatic high-beam system............................ 5-36 Automatic high-beam system warning lamp 5-39
Automatic transmission
Fluid............................................................ 11-14
Selector lever operation................................ 6-19
Selector lever position...................................6-21
Sports mode.................................................. 6-21
B
Backdoor........................................................... 3-08
Battery............................................................. 10-11 Charge warning display................................ 5-12
Discharged battery (Emergency starting)..... 8-02
Specification............................................... 11-11
Bleeding the fuel system................................... 8-06
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface................................... 7-50
Bonnet............................................................. 10-03
Brake Anti-lock brake............................................. 6-41
Brake assist system....................................... 6-41
Braking.......................................................... 6-39
Fluid.................................................. 10-09,11-14
Parking brake................................................ 6-05
Power brakes................................................. 6-40
Warning lamp................................................5-10
Bulb capacity........................................ 10-25,10-26
C
Card holder................................................7-75,7-84
Cargo loads........................................................6-64
Catalytic converter.......................................... 10-02 Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles................................................... 6-38
Central door locks............................................. 3-07
Centre console box............................................ 7-83
Centre information display................................ 5-12
Changing a fuse............................................... 10-23 Charge warning display.....................................5-12Check engine warning lamp.............................. 5-11Child restraint.................................................... 4-26 Caution for installing the child re-straint on vehicle with a front pas-
senger’s airbag............................................. 4-39
Child-protection rear doors............................... 3-08
Cigarette lighter................................................. 7-76
Cleaning Aluminium wheels........................................ 9-05Chrome parts................................................. 9-05
Exterior of your vehicle................................ 9-03
Genuine leather............................................. 9-03
Interior of your vehicle................................. 9-02
Plastic, vinyl leather, etc............................... 9-02
Polishing....................................................... 9-04
Sunroof.......................................................... 9-06
Washing........................................................ 9-03
Waxing.......................................................... 9-04
Clutch
Fluid.................................................. 10-10,11-14
Coat hooks......................................................... 7-88
Combination headlamps and dipper switch...... 5-34
Convenient hook............................................... 7-87
Coolant (engine)....................................10-06,11-14
Cruise control.................................................... 6-48
Cup holder......................................................... 7-85
Curtain airbag system........................................ 4-44
D
Daytime dipper button.......................................5-07
Daytime running lamps..................................... 5-35
Alphabetical index
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