Driving precaution 6-2 Driving safety
6
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Your vehicle has been designed for both nor- mal and occasional off-road use. However, avoid driving the vehicle through areas wherethe tires may get stuck in deep sand or mud as your vehicle is designe
d primarily for use on
pavement, unlike a conventional off-roadvehicle. Keep in mind that 2-wheel drive vehicles are less capable than 4-wh
eel drive vehicles for
driving on muddy, slippery, wet or snow-cov- ered roads. Utility vehicles have
higher ground clearance
and a narrower track, which enables them toperform in a wide variety of off-road situa- tions. Because of the higher ground clear- ance, these vehicles have a higher center ofgravity, which makes them handle differently than ordinary vehicles when driving on pave- ment. They are not designed to maneuver orcorner at the same speed on pavement as con- ventional 2-wheel driv
e passenger cars any
more than low-slung sports cars are designed
to perform satisfactorily in off-road condi- tions.Always drive safely
and steer the vehicle
carefully. Avoid operating the vehicle in a manner that might require sharp turns orabrupt maneuvers. As wi
th other vehicles of
this type, failure to operate this vehicle cor- rectly can result in lo
ss of control or vehicle
rollover. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig- nificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Be
fore starting the vehi-
cle, always make cert
ain that you and all your
passengers are properly wearing their seat belts (with children in the rear seat, in appro- priate restraints).
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Fuel economy is depe
ndent on many factors.
Your personal driving habits can have a sig-nificant effect on your fuel consumption. Several recommendations
for achieving the
greatest fuel economy are listed below. Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate
slowly and smoothly.
When parked for even a short period, do not idle the engine. Shut it off. Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.
Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. When driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle on highways or dry improved roads, set the drive mode to “4WD ECO” or “4WDAUTO” (Electronically controlled 4WD), or “AWC ECO” or “NORMAL” (S- AW C ) . For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) when traffic, roadway and weather conditions safely permit. Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle lubricated according
to the recommenda-
tions in this manual. Always keep your ve
hicle well main-
tained. A poorly maintained engine wastes fuel and costs money. Never overload your vehicle.
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.Your driving ability ca
n be seriously impaired
even with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you
have been drinking,
don’t drive. Ride with a designated non- drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation. Drinking coffee or tak-ing a cold shower will not make you sober.
Driving precaution
WA R N I N G Utility vehicles have
a significantly higher
rollover rate than othe
r types of vehicles.
Avoid abrupt maneuvers and excessive speed. Always buckle up.
Fuel economy
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Air purifier 7-14 Comfort controls
7
The air conditioner shoul
d 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 system is equipped withan air filter to re
move pollen
and dust.
The air filter’s ability to collect pollen and dirt 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 th
e operation mode is in
ON or ACC.
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 conditioningsystem. 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 ozone layer. However, it ma
y contribute slightly to
global warming. It is recommended that
the old refrigerant be
saved and recycled for future use.
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 st
art 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” ation mode in ACC. If the ignition switch
or the operation mode
is left in ACC, the accessory power willautomatically turn off after a certain period of time and you will no
longer be able to use
the audio system. The accessory powercomes on again if the ignition switch or the engine switch is opera
ted with it in the
“ACC” position. Refer to “ACC power auto-cutout function” on page 5-20 and 5-64. If a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, it may create noise in
the audio equipment.
This does not mean that anything is wrong with your audio equipment. 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 odor comes 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 to
repair it yourself. Avoid using the audio sys- tem until it is insp
ected by a qualified per-
son. If the audio system is damaged by foreign objects, water, or fi
re, have the system
checked by a qualified Mitsubishi Motors technician.
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9
Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions ..........................................................................9-2 Catalytic converter ...........................................................................9-2 Engine hood .........
...........
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.....9-3
View of the engine compartment .....................................................9-5 Engine oil and oil filter ....................................................................9-6 Engine coolant .................................................................................9-8Air cleaner filter ...............................................................................9-9 Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) ..................................... 9-11 Continuously variable transmission
(CVT) fluid (if so equipped) . 9-11
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) ...........................................9-12 Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) .........................................9-12 Washer fluid ...................................................................................9-12Brake fluid .....................................................................................9-12 Battery ............................................................................................9-13 Tires ...............................................................................................9-15Brake pedal free play .....................................................................9-21 Parking brake lever stroke (if so equipped) ....................................9-22 Wiper blades ..................................................................................9-22Emission-control system maintenance ..........................................9-22 General maintenance .....................................................................9-23 For cold and snowy weather ..........................................................9-25Fusible links ...................................................................................9-25 Fuses ..............................................................................................9-25 Replacement of light bulbs ............................................................9-31Vehicle care precautions ................................................................9-39 Cleaning the inside of your vehicle .......
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...........
...........
.......9-40
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle .....
...........
...........
...........
.......9-41
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View of the engine compartment
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-5
9
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View of the engine compartment
2.4 L models 3.0 L models
1- Engine oil level dipstick 2- Engine oil cap 3- Air cleaner filter4- Brake fluid reservoir 5- Washer fluid reservoir 6- Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick7- Engine coolant reservoir 8- Battery
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Engine coolant 9-8 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
ters require that the filter can withstand a pressure of 256 psi (1.8 MPa). A MitsubishiMotors Genuine oil filter
is the best replace-
ment filter. Follow the installation instructions printed onthe filter.
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The engine coolant rese
rve tank (A) lets you
quickly see when you need to add coolant. When the engine is cold, the level of the cool- ant in the reserve tank should be between theFULL and LOW marks. The radiator usually stays full so there is no reason to remove the radiator cap (B) except when you check the coolant freeze point or
replace the antifreeze
coolant.
Mitsubishi Motors Genui
ne Coolant provides
excellent protection against corrosion andrust formation on all metals, including alumi- num, and prevents clogs in some parts of engine.If you need to add coolant often, or if the level in the reserve tank does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system shouldbe pressure-tested for le
aks. Take your vehi-
cle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for testing.
Engine coolant To check the coolant level
*: Front of the vehicleTo add coolant Use “Mitsubishi Motors
Genuine Super Long
Life Coolant Premium” or equivalent
*.
* : similar high quality et
hylene glycol based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technologyCAUTION Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants th
at contain them. Using
the wrong antifreeze can corrode aluminumparts.
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Air cleaner filter
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-9
9
The radiator cap must be sealed tight to pre- vent losing coolant, which may result in engine damage. Only use a Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts radiator cap, or anapproved equivalent.
Do not overfill the reserve tank. Your vehicle uses a
special radiator cap
that stays sealed and lets the coolant flow from the reserve tank back to the radiator when the engine cools down. If you needto change the cap, use the exact same kind. Check the coolant freeze point in the radi- ator with the proper gauge, and only when it is safe. If you add antifreeze, the con- tents of the reserve ta
nk must be protected
against freezing. Keep the front of the radiator and con- denser clean. If the engine coolan
t temperature does not
rise after the engine
is warmed-up, take
your vehicle to an au
thorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to have the thermostat checked, and replaced if necessary.
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The air cleaner filter w
ill get dirty and dusty
from use and not filter
properly. Replace it
with a new filter using the schedule in the“WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. 1. For 2.4 L models, remove the two clips (A), then remove the Air duct (B). 2. For 2.4 L models,
while holding down the
tab (C), pull out the connector (D).
The required concentration of anti-freeze dif- fers depending on the
expected ambient tem-
perature.Above -31 °F (-35 °C): of anti-freeze Below -31
Air cleaner filter 9-10 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
3. Unclamp the cover. Open up the top of the cover and take out th
e air cleaner filter.
4. Replace the air cleane
r filter and put the
cover back on in its original position.
5. For 2.4 L models, put the duct back on in its original position.
2.4 L models
NOTE
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts are recom- mended when replacing th
e air cleaner filter.
For 2.4 L models, make
sure that the connec-
tor is properly reconnected. After replacing the air cleaner filter, make sure that the hinges at the bottom of coverare firmly set.3.0 L models
CAUTION Take care not to scra
tch the engine air flow
sensor when removing
the air cleaner cover.
2.4 L models3.0 L models
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
Numerics
12 V power outlets
............................
5-267
4-wheel drive operation
.......................
5-88
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-6
Active stability control (ASC)
............
5-100
Adaptive Cruise C
ontrol System (ACC)
.......
5-106 Air cleaner filter
...................................
9-9
Air conditioner
Dual-zone automatic climate control air conditioner
.....................................
7-5
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-13
Air purifier
.........................................
7-14
Airbag
...............................................
4-34
All-wheel drive operation
....................
5-88
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-43
AM/FM radio
.....................................
7-14
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-97
Arm rest
.............................................
4-10
Assist grip
........................................
5-283
Audio
AM/FM radio
.................................
7-14
CD player
......................................
7-14
Troubleshooting
.............................
7-47
Automatic high beam system
..............
5-224
Automatic transaxle
............................
5-67
Fluid
.....................................
9-11
, 11-7
Selector le
ver operation
..................
5-68
Selector lever positions
...................
5-71
Sports mode
...................................
5-72
B
Back-up light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-32
Replacement
..................................
9-38
Ball joint, steering linka
ge seals, drive shaft
boots
...............................................
9-24
Battery
..............................................
9-13
Charging system warning light
.......
5-217
Checking battery
electrolyte level
....
9-13
Disconnection and connection
.........
9-14
During cold weather
.......................
9-13
Specification
..................................
11-6
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
................
5-131
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface
....................
5-240
Bottle holders
....................................
5-280
Brake
Fluid
.....................................
9-12
, 11-7
Brake assist
........................................
5-96
Braking
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-97
Braking
...........................................
6-5
Hose
..............................................
9-24
Pad wear alarm
...............................
5-93
Parking brake
.................................
5-53
Pedal
.............................................
5-92
Pedal free play
................................
9-21
Power brakes
..................................
5-92
Service brake
..................................
5-92
Warning lights and buzzer
.............
5-216
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-3
Bulb capacity
......................................
9-32
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-7
Card holder
............................
5-266
, 5-277
Cargo area cover
...............................
5-281
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Cargo room light
...............................
5-275
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-33
Catalytic converter
................................
9-2
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles
............................................
5-91
CD player
...........................................
7-14
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging system warning light
...........
5-217
Child restraint systems
........................
4-27
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-37
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