NOTElWhen the vehicle has been refuelled, the
pointer in the fuel gauge takes a short while
to stabilize.
l The fuel gauge will not give an accurate in-
dication if the vehicle is refuelled with the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
l When the engine on diesel-powered vehicles
fails to operate due to running out of fuel, it may sometimes be difficult to start after re-
fueling. This is due to air entering the fuel
system. Therefore, air must be bled from the system. (Refer to “Bleeding the fuel system” on page 8-06.)
Fuel lid mark
The fuel lid mark (A) indicates that the fuel
tank filler door is located on the right side of the vehicle.
Low fuel warning lamp
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The warning lamp (A) comes on when the
fuel level is getting low (approx. 10 litres )
with the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
Refuel as soon as possible.NOTEl On inclines or curves, due to the movement
of fuel in the tank, the low fuel warning lamp may indicate incorrectly.Water temperature gauge
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The water temperature gauge indicates the
engine coolant temperature when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
CAUTIONl If the indication needle enters the H zone
while the engine is running, it indicates that
the engine is possibly overheating. Immedi-
ately park your vehicle in a safe place and make the necessary corrections. (Refer to“Engine overheating” on page 8-04.)
While driving, care should always be taken
to maintain the normal operating tempera- ture.
Instruments
5-06OVWX17E1Instruments and controls5
5.After turning the ignition key to the
“ON” position, make certain that all
warning lamps are functioning properly before starting the engine.
6. Turn the ignition key to the “START”
position without depressing the accelera-
tor pedal, and release it when the engine starts.NOTEl A ticking noise may be heard after starting
the engine. This is not an abnormal condi-tion. The noise will disappear after a shorttime of engine running.
If the ticking noise continues after the en-
gine is warmed up, we recommend you to have your vehicle checked.
When it is difficult to start the
engine
After several attempts, you may experience that the engine still does not start. 1. Make sure that all electric devices, such
as lamps, air conditioning blower and
rear window demister, are turned off.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, press
the accelerator pedal halfway and hold it
there, then crank the engine. Release the
accelerator pedal, immediately after the
engine starts.
3. If the engine still will not start, the en-
gine could be flooded with too much
petrol. While depressing the brake pedal, push the accelerator pedal all the way
down and hold it there, then crank the
engine for 5 to 6 seconds. Return the ig- nition switch to the “LOCK” position
and release the accelerator pedal. Wait a few seconds, and then crank the engine
again for 5 to 6 seconds while depress-
ing the brake pedal, but do not push the accelerator pedal. Release the ignition
key if the engine starts. If the engine
fails to start, repeat these procedures. If the engine still will not start, we recom-
mend you to have the vehicle checked.
Using the MIVEC engine
The MIVEC engine automatically switches its intake-valve control between a low-speed mode and a high-speed mode in accordancewith the driving conditions for maximum en-
gine performance.
NOTEl To protect the engine, the high-speed mode
may not be selected while the engine coolanttemperature is low. In such a case, the en-
gine revolutions do not rise to over
5,000 rpm even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.Starting the engine (diesel-
powered vehicles)
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1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the seat
belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Make sure the selector lever is in the “P”
(PARK) position.
5. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” posi-
tion.
The diesel preheat indication lamp will
first illuminate, and then after a short
time go out, indicating that preheating is completed.
NOTEl If the engine is cold, the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp is on for a longer time.
Starting
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NOTEBlower speed selection dial
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Select the blower speed by turning the blowerspeed selection dial clockwise or anticlock- wise. The blower speed will gradually in-
crease as the dial is turned to the right.
The selected blower speed will be shown by
the front blower speed display (A).
1- Increase
2- Decrease
Temperature control dial
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Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or anticlockwise.
The selected temperature will be shown by
the temperature display (A).NOTEl While the engine coolant temperature is low,
the temperature of the air from the heaterwill be cool/cold until the engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with the
dial.Air selection switch
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To change the air selection, simply press the
air selection switch.
l Outside air: Indication lamp (A) is OFF
Outside air is introduced into the passen- ger compartment.
Front automatic air conditioning
7-04OVWX17E1For pleasant driving7
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
8-05OVWX17E1For emergencies8
NOTElUse of additives is not recommended since
they may reduce the effectiveness of addi-
tives already included in the engine oil. It may result in failure of the mechanical as-
sembly.
Diesel-powered vehicles
l Select engine oil of the proper SAE vis-
cosity number according to the atmos-pheric temperature.
l Use engine oil conforming to the follow-
ing classification:
• ACEA classification: “For service C1, C2, C3 or C4”
• JASO classification: “For service DL-1”
If those classifications are not available,
contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
NOTEl Use of additives is not recommended since
they may reduce the effectiveness of addi-
tives already included in the engine oil. It may result in failure of the mechanical as-
sembly.Engine coolant
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To check the coolant level
A translucent coolant reserve tank is locatedin the engine compartment.
The coolant level in this tank should be kept
between the “LOW” and “FULL” marks when measured while the engine is cold.
To add coolant
The cooling system is a closed system and
normally the loss of coolant should be very
slight. A noticeable drop in the coolant level
could indicate leakage. If this occurs, we rec- ommend you to have the system checked as
soon as possible.
If the level should drop below the “LOW” level on the reserve tank, open the lid and
add coolant.
Also, if the reserve tank is completely empty, remove the radiator cap and add coolant until
the level reaches the filler neck.
WARNINGl Do not open the radiator cap while the en-
gine is hot. The coolant system is under pressure and any hot coolant escaping
could cause severe burns.
Engine coolant
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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
Alphabetical index
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