
To use the ashtray, open the lid.
Mounting position for movea-ble ashtray
There is a mounting position on the front
console box.
NOTEl The moveable ashtray can also be fitted in
the cup holder for the rear seat (3-door mod-
els) and in the cup holder for the third seat (5-door models). Refer to “Cup holder” on
page 7-85.Cigarette lighter*
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The cigarette lighter can be used while the ig-nition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” posi-
tion.
1- Open the lid
2- Push all the way in.
The cigarette lighter will automatically return to its original position with a “click” when ready. Pull it out for use.
After use, insert the cigarette lighter to its
original position in the socket.
NOTEl Do not leave the cigarette lighter removed
from its socket, because the socket might be- come clogged by foreign material and be
short-circuited.CAUTIONl Do not touch the heating element or the cig-
arette lighter housing, hold the knob only to prevent burns.
l Do not allow children to operate or play with
the cigarette lighter as burns may occur.
l Something is wrong with the cigarette light-
er if it does not pop back out within approxi-
mately 30 seconds of being pushed in. We recommend you to have it checked.
l Do not use any electric appliance that is not
approved by MITSUBISHI MOTORS . Do-
ing so could damage the socket. If you used
the cigarette lighter after damaging the sock- et, the cigarette lighter might pop out or fail
to come out after being pushed in.
l When the cigarette lighter socket is used as a
power source for an electric appliance, be sure that the electric appliance operates at
12 V and has an electric capacity of 120 W or less. In addition, long use of the electricappliance without running the engine may
run down the battery.
Cigarette lighter*
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If the vehicle breaks down.................................................................. 8-02Emergency starting............................................................................. 8-02
Engine overheating............................................................................. 8-04
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel-powered vehicles only)...................8-06
Removal of water from the fuel filter (diesel-powered ve- hicles only)......................................................................................8-06
Tool, jack and jack handle.................................................................. 8-07
How to change a tyre.......................................................................... 8-09
Towing................................................................................................ 8-16
Operation under adverse driving conditions....................................... 8-19For emergencies
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CAUTIONlTake care not to get the jumper cable caught
in the cooling fan or other rotating part in
the engine compartment.
l Use the proper cables suitable for the battery
size to prevent overheating of the cables.
l Check the jumper cables for damage and
corrosion before use.
7. Start the engine in the vehicle which has
the booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, then start the engine in the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
CAUTIONl Keep the engine of the vehicle giving assis-
tance running.
8. After the engine is started, disconnect the
cables in the reverse order and keep the en-
gine running for several minutes.
WARNINGl If the battery has to be charged while fit-
ted in the vehicle, disconnect the vehicle side negative (-) terminal connected to the
battery.
l Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away
from the battery because the battery may
produce an explosion.WARNINGl Use adequate ventilation when charging
or using the battery in an enclosed space.
l Remove all the caps before charging the
battery.
l Electrolyte is corrosive diluted sulphuric
acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid) comes into contact with your hands, eyes, clothes and
the painted surface of your vehicle, it should be thoroughly flushed with water.If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and thoroughly, and get prompt medical attention.NOTEl If the vehicle is put in motion without fully
charging the battery, it might cause the loss
of smooth engine operation and the anti-lock brake warning lamp to illuminate.
Refer to “Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” on
page 6-37.Engine overheating
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If the water temperature gauge indication re-
mains in the overheating zone for a long
time, the engine may be overheating. If this occurs, take the following corrective meas-
ures: 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from the
engine compartment.
[If steam does not come from the engine
compartment]
With the engine still running, raise the bonnet to ventilate the engine compart-
ment.
[If steam is coming from the engine
compartment]
Stop the engine, and when the steam
stops, raise the bonnet to ventilate the
engine compartment. Restart the engine.WARNINGl Do not open the bonnet while steam is
coming from the engine compartment. It
could cause steam or hot water to spurt out, causing burns. Hot water could spurt
out even when there is no steam coming out, and some parts will be very hot. Be
very careful when opening the bonnet.
l Be careful of hot steam, which could be
blowing off the reserve tank cap.
l Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is hot.
Engine overheating
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3.Confirm that the cooling fan is turning.
If the fan is not turning, stop the engine
immediately and have it checked.
A- Radiator fan B- Air conditioning condenser fan (if so equipped)
*: Front of the vehicle
WARNINGl Be careful not to get your hands or clothes
caught in the cooling fan.
4. After the engine coolant temperature has
dropped to the normal temperature, stop the engine.
5. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank (C).
WARNINGl If there is none, make sure that the engine
has cooled down before removing the ra-
diator cap (D), because hot steam or boil- ing water otherwise will gush from the filler port and may scald you.
6. Add coolant to the radiator and/or re-
serve tank if necessary. (Refer to the
“Maintenance” section.)
CAUTIONl Do not add coolant while the engine is hot.
Suddenly adding cold coolant could damage
the engine. Wait for the engine to cool
down, then add coolant a little at a time.
7. Examine the radiator hoses for coolant
leakage and the drive belt for looseness
or damage.
If there is anything wrong with the cool-
ing system or drive belt, we recommend
you to have it checked and repaired.
Engine overheating
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NOTElDo not tow a vehicle heavier than your own
vehicle.Operation under adverse
driving conditions E00801704160
If your vehicle becomes stuck
in sand, mud or snow
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand,
or mud, it can often be moved with a rocking
motion. Move the selector lever alternately
between the Sports mode and “R” (RE- VERSE) position, while applying slight pres-sure to the accelerator pedal.
Avoid racing the engine or spinning the
wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck ve-hicle may result in overheating, transmission
and drivetrain failure. Allow the engine to idle for a few minutes to let the transmissioncool between rocking attempts.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, seek other assistance.WARNINGl When attempting to rock your vehicle out
of a stuck position, be sure that the area around the vehicle is clear of people and
physical objects. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for-ward or backward, causing injury or
damage to nearby people or objects.
On a flooded road
l Avoid flooded roads. In the event driv-
ing flooded roads, doing so may causethe following serious damage to the ve-
hicle. • Engine stalling
• Short in electrical components
• Engine damage caused by water im-
mersion
After driving on flooded roads, be sure
to have an inspection at an Authorized MITSUBISHI MOTORS dealer and takethe necessary measures or repair.
l When driving in rain, or water-covered
roads, or through a car wash, water could enter the brake discs, resulting in
temporarily ineffective brakes.
In such cases, lightly depress the brake
pedal to see if the brakes operate proper- ly. If they do not, lightly depress the pedal several times while driving in or-
der to dry the brake pads.
l When driving in rain or on a road with
many puddles a layer of water may form
between the tyres and the road surface.
This reduces a tyre’s frictional resistance
on the road, resulting in loss of steering
stability and braking capability.
To cope with this, observe the following items: (a)Drive your vehicle at slow
speed. (b)Do not drive on worn tyres. (c)Always maintain the specified
tyre inflation pressures.
On a snow-covered or frozen
road
l When driving on a snow-covered or fro-
zen road, it is recommended that you use snow tyres or tyre chains.
Operation under adverse driving conditions
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Refer to the illustration to ensure that the
retainers are correctly aligned as you in- sert them into the groove.NOTEl If a retainer is not supplied with the new
wiper blade, use the retainer from the old
blade.General maintenance
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Fuel, engine coolant, oil and ex- haust gas leakage
Look under the body of your vehicle to check
for fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas
leaks.
WARNINGl If you see a suspicious fuel leak or if you
smell fuel, do not operate the vehicle; we recommend you to call for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp op-
eration
Operate the combination lamp switch to
check that all lamps are functioning properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable cause is a blown fuse or defective lamp bulb.
Check the fuses first. If there is no blown
fuses, check the lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection and
replacement of the fuses and the lamp bulbs, refer to “Fuses” on page 10-18 and “Re-
placement of lamp bulbs” on page 10-23.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, we recom- mend you to have your vehicle checked and
repaired.
Meter, gauge and indicator/
warning lamps operation
Run the engine to check the operation of all meters, gauges, and indicator/warning lamps.
If there is anything wrong, we recommend you to have your vehicle inspected.
Hinges and latches lubrication
Check all latches and hinges, and, if necessa- ry, have them lubricated.
For cold and snowy weather
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Ventilation slots
The ventilation slots in front of the wind-
screen should be kept clear of leaves or brushed clear after heavy snowfall, so that
the operation of the heating and ventilation
systems will not be impaired.
Weatherstripping
To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping
on the doors, bonnet, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.
General maintenance
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Diesel preheat indication lamp.......................... 5-09
Digital clock Time Setting.................................................. 7-44
Dimensions...................................................... 11-04
Dipper (High/Low beam change)......................5-36
Door ajar warning lamp.....................................5-12
Door courtesy lamps............................... 7-81,10-25
Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-25
Replacement................................................ 10-31
Doors
Central door locks......................................... 3-07
Child-protection............................................ 3-08
Lock and unlock............................................ 3-06
Driving, alcohol and drugs................................ 6-02
E
Economical driving........................................... 6-02
Electric window control.................................... 3-16 Switch........................................................... 3-16
Timer function.............................................. 3-18
Electrical system............................................. 11-11
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)................................................ 3-03
Emergency starting............................................8-02
Engine Coolant..............................................10-06,11-14MIVEC.......................................................... 6-13
Number....................................................... 11-03
Oil..................................................... 10-04,11-14
Overheating................................................... 8-04
Specifications.............................................. 11-10
Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal information............................. 2-06
Water temperature gauge.............................. 5-06
Exterior and interior lamp operation............... 10-17
F
FluidAutomatic transmission fluid...................... 11-14
Brake fluid........................................ 10-08,11-14
Engine coolant.................................. 10-06,11-14
Power steering fluid.......................... 10-09,11-14
Washer fluid..................................... 10-07,11-14
Fog lamp switch................................................ 5-43
Foot lamps and ceiling lamp............................. 7-80
For cold and snowy weather............................10-17
Front automatic air conditioning....................... 7-03
Front fog lamps Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Indication lamp............................................. 5-09
Replacement................................................ 10-27
Switch........................................................... 5-43
Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp. 4-40
Front seats......................................................... 4-05
Front turn-signal lamps Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Replacement................................................ 10-26
Fuel consumption............................................ 11-12
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank....................................... 2-03Fuel filter indication lamp............................. 5-10
Fuel gauge..................................................... 5-05 Fuel selection................................................ 2-02
Low fuel warning lamp................................. 5-06
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems............................. 2-05
Tank capacity................................................ 2-03
Fuses................................................................ 10-18
Fusible links.................................................... 10-18
G
Gauges.......................................................5-02,5-08
General maintenance....................................... 10-17
General vehicle data........................................ 11-04
Genuine parts.....................................................2-05
Glove box.......................................................... 7-82
Glove box lamp Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-25
Replacement................................................ 10-32
H
Hazard warning flasher switch.......................... 5-42
Hazard warning indication lamps......................5-09
HDMI port......................................................... 7-74
Head restraints................................................... 4-12
Headlamp levelling........................................... 5-40
Headlamp washer switch...................................5-48
Headlamps Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Headlamp flasher.......................................... 5-39 Replacement................................................ 10-25
Switch........................................................... 5-34
Heated mirror.................................................... 6-10
Heated seats....................................................... 4-09
High-beam indication lamp............................... 5-09
High-mounted stop lamp (bulb type) Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Replacement................................................ 10-29
Hinges and latches lubrication........................ 10-17
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Horn switch....................................................... 5-50I
If the vehicle breaks down................................ 8-02
Ignition switch................................................... 6-10
Indication and warning lamps........................... 5-08
Indication lamps................................................ 5-09
Inside rear-view mirror......................................6-07
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation........................................ 6-33
Installation of accessories..................................2-04
Installation position for warning triangle.......... 7-88
Instruments........................................................ 5-02
Interior lamp switch.......................................... 7-78
Interior lamps.................................................... 7-78
J
Jack handle........................................................ 8-09Storage.......................................................... 8-09
Jack.................................................................... 8-07
Storage.......................................................... 8-07
Jump starting (Emergency starting).................. 8-02
K
Keyless entry system......................................... 3-04
Keys...................................................................3-02
L
Labeling...........................................................11-02
Lamp monitor buzzer........................................ 5-36
Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) auto-cutout function......................................... 5-35
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas)............................................. 10-17
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Replacement................................................ 10-29
Link System.......................................................7-50
Low fuel warning lamp..................................... 5-06
Lubricants........................................................ 11-14
Luggage compartment lamp.............................. 7-80 Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-25
Replacement................................................ 10-31
Luggage floor box............................................. 7-84
Luggage hooks.................................................. 7-88
M
Making a flat seat.............................................. 4-20
Making a luggage area...................................... 4-13
Mirror Inside rear-view mirror................................. 6-07
Outside rear-view mirrors............................. 6-08
MIVEC engine.................................................. 6-13
Modification/alterations to the electri- cal or fuel systems............................................2-05
N
NOx trap catalyst...............................................6-14 O
Odometer........................................................... 5-02
Oil pressure warning lamp................................ 5-12
Oil Differential oil............................................. 11-14
Engine oil.................................................... 10-04 Transfer oil.................................................. 11-14
Operation under adverse driving conditions..... 8-19
Outside rear-view mirrors................................. 6-08
Overheating....................................................... 8-04
P
Parking.............................................................. 6-05Parking brake................................................ 6-04
Position lamps
Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Indication lamp............................................. 5-09
Replacement................................................ 10-26
Power brakes..................................................... 6-35
Power steering Fluid.................................................. 10-09,11-14
System........................................................... 6-39
Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers.......................................... 5-49
Pregnant women restraint.................................. 4-25
Puncture (Tyre changing).................................. 8-09
R
Rear air conditioning......................................... 7-09
Rear combination lamps Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-23
Replacement................................................ 10-28
Rear differential lock.........................................6-26
Rear fog lamp
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