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Tires
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-15
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EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 1504
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions oftheir use, however, and may depart signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differ-ences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poortraction performance.
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditionson a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of performance which allpassenger car tires must meet under the Fed-eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel thanthe minimum required by law.
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Proper tire inflation pressure is essential forthe safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. The wrong tire pressure will cause problems in three major areas:  Safety Too little pressure increases flexing in the tire and can cause tire failure. Too much pressure can cause a tire to lose its abilityto cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes could then cause tire damage that may result in tire failure.
DOT
Department of Transporta- tion This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Trans- portation tire safety stan-dards, and is approved for highway use.
MA
Code representing the tire manufacturing location. (2 digits)
L9 ABC D
Code representing the tire size. (2 digits)Code used by tire manufac- turer. (1 to 4 digits)
15
Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
04
Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
Treadwear, Traction and Temper- ature Grades Treadwear Traction
TemperatureTire inflation pressures
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Tires 9-16 Vehicle care and maintenance
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 Economy The wrong tire pressure can cause uneven wear patterns in the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce thetread life, and the tire will have to be replaced sooner. Too little pressure also makes it harder forthe tire to roll, and this uses up more fuel.  Ride comfort and vehicle stability The superior riding experience built intoyour vehicle partly depends on the correcttire pressure. Too much pressure gives an uncomfortable and jarring ride. Too little pressure feels as if your vehicle is slow torespond. Unequal tire pressures can make steering your vehicle uneven and unpredictable.
The tire pressure for your vehicle under nor- mal driving conditions is listed on the placard attached to the driver’s door sill. (Refer to “Tire and loading information plac-ard” on page 11-3.) The recommended infl
ation pressures under
normal driving conditions should be used forthe tires listed below.
Tire pressures should be checked, and adjusted if necessary, at least once a month. Pressures should be checked more often whenever weather temperatures changeseverely, because tire pressures change with outdoor temperatures. The pressures listed are always “cold inflation pressure”.Cold inflation pressure is measured after the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or is driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km)after having been parked for three hours.Cold inflation pressure must not go above the maximum values molded into the tire side- wall. After driving several miles, your tireinflation pressure may increase 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) from the cold inflation pressure. Do not let air out of the tires to get back to thespecified cold pressure, or your tires will be too low. Check your tires each time you refuel. If onetire looks lower than the others, check the pressure for all of them. You should also take the following safety pre-cautions:
 Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. (See the tire and load- ing information placard attached to the driver’s door sill.) Stay within the recommended load limits.  Make sure that the weight of any load in your vehicle is evenly distributed. Drive at safe speeds.  After filling your tires to the correct pres- sure, check them for damage and airleaks. Be sure to reinstall the caps on thevalve stems.
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Item
Tire size
Front
Rear
Normal tire
P215/70R16 P225/55R18
240 KPA, 35 PSI
240 KPA, 35 PSI
Compact spare tire
T155/90D16 T155/80D17
420 KPA, 60
PSI
Item
Tire size
Front
Rear
Replacing tires and wheels
CAUTION Avoid using different si
ze tires from the one
listed and the combined use of different types of tires, as this can affect drivingsafety. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-7. On all-wheel drive vehicles, always use tires of the same size, same type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences. Usingtires that differ in size, type, brand or the degree of wear, will increase the differential oil temperature, resulting in possible damage to the driving system. Further, the drive train will be subjected to excessive loading, possi-bly leading to oil leakage, component sei- zure, or other serious problems.
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Tires
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-17
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The following maintenance steps are recom- mended:  Check tire pressures regularly.  Have regular maintenance done on the wheel balance and front and rear suspen-sion alignment.
 Rotate your tires regularly as described in the “Tire rotation” section on page 9-17.
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Tread wear indicators are built into the origi- nal equipment tires on your vehicle to help you know when your tires should be replaced.Many states have laws requiring that you replace your tires at this point. These indicators are molded into the bottomof the tread grooves and will appear when the tire tread is worn down to 1/16 inch (1.6 mm).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 at the mileage listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.However, the timing for tire rotation may vary 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 alignment. 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 faci
lity 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.
 Only Mitsubishi Motors Authorized wheels should be used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem. Use of another type of wheel risks air leaksand sensor damage, as it will not be possible to install the tire pressure sensor properly.NOTE
 On vehicles with Electric parking brake, 16 inch steel wheels cannot be used on yourvehicle because they interfere with brake parts. Additionally, 16 inch aluminum wheels maynot be used on your vehicle depending on the type, even if they are Mitsubishi Motors Genuine wheels.Consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer with specific questions on wheels that can be used on your vehicle.
Tire maintenance
CAUTION
Tread wear indicator 1- Location of the tread wear indicator 2- Tread wear indicator
NOTE
 Tire wear indicators can have different marks and locations depending on the tire manufac- turer.
Tire rotation
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Tires 9-18 Vehicle care and maintenance
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In some areas of the country, snow tires are required for winter driving. If snow tires are required in your area, you must choose snowtires of the same size and type as the original tires provided with your vehicle. Snow tires
should also be installed on all four wheels. Otherwise your safety and vehicle handling can be reduced. Even where laws may permit it, never exceedthe maximum speed rating of the tire.
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CAUTION A compact spare tire can be installed tempo- rarily in place of a tire that has been removedduring the tire rotation. However, it must not be included in the regular tire rotation sequence.
Tires that do not have arrows showing rotation direction Tires that have arrows
showing rotation direction
Front Front
 If the tires have arrows (A) indicating the correct direction of rotation, swap the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of the vehicle and the front and rear tires on the right-hand side of the vehicle separately.Keep each tire on its original side of the vehicle. When installing the tires, make sure the arrows point in the direction in which thewheels will turn when the vehicle moves for- ward. Any tire whose arrow points in the wrong direction will not perform to its fullpotential. Avoid the combined use of different types of tires. Using different types of tires can affectvehicle performance and safety.
Snow tires
CAUTION
Front
CAUTION Only Mitsubishi Motors Authorized wheels should be used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys-tem. Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be possibleto install the tire pressure sensor properly.
Tire chains
CAUTION Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. The clearance between the chains and thebody is not sufficient to allow proper clear- ance, and the vehicle body might be dam- aged.
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-21
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Check the hose surfaces for any heat and mechanical damage, hard and brittle rubber,cracking, tears, cuts and abrasions. Pay spe- cial attention to the hoses closest to high heat sources such as the exhaust manifold. Checkall the hose connections, such as clamps and couplings, to make sure they are secure and that there are no leaks. If you see any wear ordamage, replace the hoses immediately.
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Have the valve clearance checked at anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at themileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. If the engine sounds abnormally loud, haveadjustments made by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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Check these regularly for damage or leaks in the fuel lines and connections. Check the fuel tank filler cap for damage or looseness. Pay special attention to the fuel lines closest to
high heat sources such as the exhaust mani- fold.
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If the fuel-vapor vent line is clogged or dam- aged, the fuel-vapor mixture will escape, pol- luting the air.Have the system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the mileage spec- ified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-NANCE MANUAL”.
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The next pages list the maintenance servicerecommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo- ration. In addition to the general maintenance that needs to be perfor
med at the times listed,
there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance. But, if any of these parts stops working prop- erly, your vehicle performance could suffer.Have these items checked if you notice a problem with them. If you have any questions, see your autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for assistance.
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Good brakes are essential for safe driving. Check the brake pads for wear. For good braking performance, replace the brake padswith the same type pads as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checkedfor:  Severe surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots. If the fabric casing of the hose is showing through any cracks or worn spotsin the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through. Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or chassis interference.
Fuel hoses Intake valve clearance Fuel system (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler cap)
WA R N I N G If you see a fuel leak or if you smell fuel, do not run the engine. Any spark (includ- ing from the ignition), flame or smokingmaterial could cause an explosion or fire. Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choicefor assistance.
Evaporative emission control system (except evaporative emission canister) General maintenance
Disc brake pads Brake hoses
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Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 10-2 Customer assistance/Reporting Safety Defects
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This information is provided in compliance with the requirements of the National High-way Traffic Safety Administration, Depart- ment of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchaserswith information on reporting safety defects. DOT quality grades - All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Require-ments in addition to these grades. The spe- cific grade rating in each grade category is shown on the side wall of the tires on yourvehicle. The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades representthe tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poortraction performance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of performance which allpassenger car tires must meet under the Fed- eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.
Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) Uniform tire quality grading Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
WA R N I N G The traction grade assigned to the tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak tractioncharacteristics.
Temperature A, B, C
WA R N I N G The temperature grade for the tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load-ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Reporting Safety Defects
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Alphabetical index 12-2
12
Convenient hook
...............
...............
5-226
Coolant (engine)
..........................
9-7
, 11-7
Cruise control
....................
.................
5-87
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Replacement
.................
.................
9-30
Defogger (rear window)
....................
5-207
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows)
.................
7-9
, 7-13
, 7-18
, 7-22
Dimensions
...................
.....................
11-4
Dimmer (high/low beam change)
.......
5-194
Disc brake pads
.................
.................
9-21
Dome light (front)/Reading lights
.......
5-218
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-29
Dome light (rear)
...............
...............
5-219
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-29
Doors
Lock
......................
........................
5-35
Power door locks
............................
5-37
Drink holders
....................
...............
5-222
Driving during cold weather
..................
6-5
Driving precaution
................
................
6-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs
.....................
6-2
Dual-zone automatic climate control air conditioning
....................
.................
7-15
E
ECO mode switch
.............................
5-201
Electric parking brake
..........................
5-50
Electric power steering system (EPS)
....
5-84
Electric rear window defogger switch
..5-207
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)
.....................
................
5-4
, 5-28
Emission-control system maintenance
...
9-20
Engine
Compartment
..................
.................
9-5
Coolant
...................
................
9-7
, 11-7
Hood
.......................
........................
9-3
Malfunction indicator light
.............
5-185
Oil and oil filter
.......................
9-5
, 11-7
Overheating
....................
.................
8-4
Serial number
.................
................
11-2
Specification
...................
................
11-6
Engine hood
....................
....................
9-3
Engine switch
.....................
................
5-19
Event data recorder (EDR)
...................
3-14
Exhaust system
...................
................
9-22
F
Floor console box
..............................
5-222
Floor mat
.........................
....................
6-3
Fluid
Brake fluid
..............................
9-9
, 11-7
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
....................
.................
9-8
, 11-7
Engine coolant
........................
9-7
, 11-7
Engine oil
...............................
9-5
, 11-7
Rear axle oil
............................
9-9
, 11-7
Transfer oil
.............................
9-9
, 11-7
Washer fluid
...........................
9-9
, 11-7
Fluid capacities and lubricants
.............
11-7
Forward Collision Mitigation system (FCM)
.
5-104 Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
.................
.................
5-13
Front fog lights
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Indicators
..................
...................
5-183
Replacement
.................
.................
9-32
Switch
......................
...................
5-201
Front seat adjustment
............................
4-3
Front side-marker lights
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Replacement
.................
.................
9-30
Front turn signal light
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Replacement
.................
.................
9-31
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank
...........................
3-3
Fuel economy
...................
................
6-2
Fuel hoses
.....................
.................
9-21
Fuel selection
...................
................
3-2
Tank capacity
................
.................
11-7
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Alphabetical index
12-3
12
Fuel Pump Shut-off System
.................
8-13
Fuses
.........................
........................
9-23
Fusible links
..................
.....................
9-23
G
General maintenance
...........................
9-21
General vehicle data
............................
11-4
Genuine parts
....................
.................
3-13
Glove compartment
...........................
5-221
H
Hazard warning flasher switch
...........
5-200
Hazard warning lights
.......................
5-183
Head restraints
...................
...................
4-9
Head Up Display (HUD)
...................
5-187
Headlight leveling switch
..................
5-199
Headlights
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Dimmer
....................
...................
5-194
Headlight flasher
..........................
5-194
Replacement
.................
.................
9-29
Switch
......................
...................
5-191
Heated steering wheel switch
.............
5-208
High beam indicator
..........................
5-183
High-mounted stop light
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Hill start assist
...................
.................
5-79
HomeLink® Wireless Control System
.5-212
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
.........................
......................
9-22
Horn switch
.....................
.................
5-209
I
If the vehicle breaks down
.....................
8-2
Ignition switch
....................
...............
5-60
Important facts to know in case of an accident 10-4 Indicators
..............................
5-163
, 5-183
Information screen display
.................
5-164
Inside rearview mirror
.........................
5-54
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation
...................
...............
5-74
Instrument cluster
..............................
5-142
Interior lights
...................
.................
5-218
J
Jack
............................
........................
8-5
Storage
........................
....................
8-5
Jump-starting the engine
.......................
8-2
K
Keyless entry system
....................
5-6
, 5-29
Keys
...........................
........................
5-3
L
Labeling
........................
.....................
11-2
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
........
5-123
License plate light
Bulb location and capacity
...............
9-28
Replacement
..................
.................
9-34
Liftgate
......................
........................
5-39
Loading information
..............................
6-6
Lubricants
.....................
.....................
11-7
Luggage floor board
..........................
5-226
Luggage hooks
..................
...............
5-226
M
Modification of your vehicle
................
3-12
Multi Around Monitor
.......................
5-133
Multi-information display
..................
5-144
O
Octane number
.....................
................
3-2
Oil
Engine oil
.....................
.................
11-7
Rear axle oil
..................
.................
11-7
Transfer oil
...................
.................
11-7
Operation under adverse driving conditions
..
8-12 Outside rearview mirrors
.....................
5-56
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