Content      ..     8      9      10      11     ..

Mitsubishi Mirage (2022 year). Manual in english - page 10

Automatic air conditioning

11- Mode selection display

NOTE

12- Air selection indicator

• The fan does not operate even after stop-

13- Air conditioning indicator

ping and restarting the engine or the fan

14- AUTO indicator

stops frequently.

15- Blower speed display

Temperature control switch

NOTE

N00737001406

z There is an interior air temperature sensor

Press

or

of the temperature control

(A) in the illustrated position.

switch to the desired temperature.

Never place anything over the sensor, since

doing so will prevent it from functioning

The selected temperature will be shown in the

1- Increase

properly.

display (A).

7

2- Decrease

NOTE

z

Due to a drop in the battery voltage or some

other problem, the blower speed may tempo-

rarily become less than the selected blower

speed display setting or the fan may stop.

If the fan stops, turn the ignition switch to

z A sound will be made every time you push

the

“OFF” position or put the operation

any of the switches.

mode in OFF, wait a few minutes, and then

turn the ignition switch back to the “ON”

position or put the operation mode back in

ON.

Blower speed selection switch

NOTE

In the following cases, have the system

N00736901293

inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi

z

The temperature value of air conditioning is

Press

of the blower speed selection

Motors dealer or a repair facility of your

switched in conjunction with outside temper-

choice.

ature display unit of the multi information

switch to increase the blower speed.

• The blower speed remains lower than the

display.

Press

of the blower speed selection

blower speed set using the blower speed

Refer to “Changing the temperature unit” on

switch to decrease the blower speed.

display or the blower speed decreases fre-

page 5-86.

The selected blower speed will be shown in

quently.

the display (A).

Comfort controls

7-5

Automatic air conditioning

page7-8.

light (A) will come on. The selected mode is

NOTE

Refer to

“Personalizing the air selection

shown in the display (B). Refer to “Changing

z

While the engine coolant temperature is low,

(Changing the function setting)” on page7-7.

the mode selection” on page 7-2.

the temperature of the air from the heater

will be cool/cold until the engine warms up,

even if you have selected warm air with the

MODE switch

switch.

N00737100208

To prevent the windshield and windows from

To change the amount of air flowing from the

fogging up, the vent mode will be changed to

vents, press the MODE switch. Each time the

“

” and the blower speed will be reduced.

MODE switch is pressed, the mode changes

z

When the temperature is set to the highest or

to the next one in the following sequence:

the lowest setting under the AUTO opera-

“

”  “

”  “

”  “

”  “

”.

7

tion, the air selection and the air conditioning

will be automatically changed as follows.

The selected mode is shown in the display

• Quick Heating (When the temperature is set

(A). Refer to “Changing the mode selection”

to the highest setting)

on page 7-2.

Outside air will be introduced and the air

conditioning will stop.

NOTE

If the air selection and the air conditioning

z

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air

are operated manually after an automatic

conditioning system automatically operates

changeover, manual operation will be

and outside air (as opposed to recirculated

selected.

air) is selected.

• Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set

Refer to

“Defrosting or defogging

(wind-

to the lowest setting)

shield, door windows)” on page 7-9.

Inside air will be recirculated and the air

conditioning will operate.

Air selection switch

The above indicates the factory settings. You

N00737200368

can personalize the air selection switch and

air conditioning switch to match your per-

Normally, use the outside air position to keep

sonal preferences.

the windshield and side windows clear and to

Defogger switch

Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

quickly remove fog or frost from the wind-

N00703400015

repair facility of your choice for assistance.

shield.

When this switch is

pressed,

the mode

Refer to “Personalizing the air conditioning

changes to the “

” mode. The indicator

switch (Changing the function setting)” on

7-6

Comfort controls

Automatic air conditioning

To change the air selection, simply press the

and then to keep the windows from fogging

Press the air selection switch for about 10

air selection switch.

up.

seconds or longer.

The selected position will be shown in the

When the setting has changed, the system

display (A).

will beep and the

“

” indicator will

CAUTION

flash.

z Using recirculated air for a long time may

z Outside air: “

” indicator is ON

• When the setting has changed from

cause the windows to fog up.

Outside air is introduced into the passen-

enabled to disabled,

ger compartment.

the system will beep three times and the

z Recirculated air: “

” indicator is ON

NOTE

indicator will flash three times.

Air is recirculated inside the passenger

z If you press the AUTO switch to select auto-

• When the setting has changed from dis-

compartment.

matic control after manual operation, the air

abled to enabled,

selection switch will also be automatically

the system will beep two times and the

7

controlled.

indicator will flash three times.

NOTE

Personalizing the air selection

z

The factory setting is “Enable automatic air

(Changing the function setting)

control”.

N00760000089

z

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air

You can change the following functions to

selection will automatically change to the

match your preference.

outside air position, even if the system is set

to “Disable automatic air control”, in order

z Enable automatic air control:

to prevent windows from fogging up.

When the AUTO switch is pressed, the air

When the air conditioning turns on, the air

selection switch will also be automatically

selection is controlled automatically. When

controlled.

the air conditioning turns off, the air selection

automatically goes back to the outside air

z Disable automatic air control:

position.

Even when the AUTO switch is pressed,

If high cooling performance is desired, or if

the air selection switch will not be auto-

the outside air is dusty or contaminated in

matically controlled.

some way, use the recirculation position.

z Changing the settings

Switch to the outside air position every now

Comfort controls

7-7

Automatic air conditioning

When the AUTO switch is pressed, or

Air conditioning switch

NOTE

when the temperature control switch has

N00737301409

z When the defogger switch is pressed, the air

been set to the minimum temperature, the

Push the switch, and the air conditioning

conditioning will run automatically, even if

air conditioning switch is automatically

compressor will turn on. The “

” indicator

the system is set to “Disable automatic air

controlled.

conditioning control”, in order to prevent

will be shown in the display (A).

windows from fogging up.

z

Disable automatic air conditioning con-

trol:

The air conditioning switch is not auto-

AUTO switch

matically controlled, unless the air condi-

N00703500016

tioning switch is used.

When the AUTO switch is pressed, the mode

selection, blower speed adjustment, recircu-

7

z

Changing the settings

lated/outside air selection, temperature

Press the air conditioning switch for about

adjustment, and air conditioner ON/OFF sta-

10 seconds or longer.

tus are all controlled automatically.

When the setting has changed, the system

The “AUTO” indicator will be shown in the

will beep and the

“

” indicator will

display (A).

flash.

Push the switch again and the air condition-

• When the setting has changed from

ing compressor will stop and the indicator

enabled to disabled,

goes off.

the system will beep three times and the

indicator will flash three times.

Personalizing the air conditioning

• When the setting has changed from dis-

switch (Changing the function set-

abled to enabled,

ting)

the system will beep two times and the

N00759800090

indicator will flash three times.

You can change the following functions to

match your preference.

NOTE

z The factory setting is “Enable automatic air

z Enable automatic air conditioning control:

conditioning control”.

7-8

Comfort controls

Automatic air conditioning

In normal conditions, use the system in the

OFF switch

Defrosting or defogging (wind-

AUTO mode and follow these procedures:

N00703600017

shield, door windows)

Push the switch to turn off the air condition-

1. Push the AUTO switch.

N00732401522

ing system.

2. Set the temperature control switch to the

CAUTION

desired temperature. The temperature can

z For safety, make sure you have a clear view

be set within a range of around 61 to 89

through all the windows.

(Type 1) or 17 to 31 (Type 2).

The vents, recirculation/outside air, blower

To remove frost or mist from the windshield

speed, temperature adjustment and ON/OFF

and door windows, use the MODE switch or

of air conditioning will be controlled auto-

defogger switch (“

” or “

”).

7

matically.

For ordinary defrosting

Use this setting to keep the windshield and

NOTE

door windows clear of mist, and to keep the

z Set the temperature at about 75 (Type 1) or

leg area heated

(when driving in rain or

24 (Type 2) under normal conditions.

snow).

Operating the air conditioning

Operating the air conditioning

system (automatic mode)

N00731701531

system (manual mode)

N00731801154

Blower speed and vent mode may be con-

trolled manually by setting the blower speed

selection switch and the MODE switch to the

desired positions. To return to automatic

operation, press the AUTO switch.

1. Set the MODE switch to the “

” posi-

tion.

Comfort controls

7-9

Important air conditioning operating tips

2. Set the air selection switch to the outside

3. When running the air conditioning, make

NOTE

air position.

sure the air intake, which is located in

z If the mode selection is set “

” position,

3. Select your desired blower speed by

front of the windshield, is free of obstruc-

you cannot turn the air conditioning off or

pressing the blower speed selection

tions such as leaves. Leaves collected in

select the recirculation position. This pre-

switch.

the air-intake chamber may reduce air

vents the windows from fogging up.

4. Select your desired temperature by press-

flow and plug the water drains.

z To defog quickly, direct the air flow from the

ing the temperature control switch.

side vents toward the door windows.

5. Push the air conditioning switch.

z When defrosting, do not set the temperature

Air conditioning system refrig-

to the maximum cool position. This will

For quick defrosting

erant and lubricant recommen-

blow cool air on the window glass and fog it

up.

dations

7

If the air conditioning seems less effective

Important air conditioning

than usual, the cause might be a refrigerant

operating tips

leak.

N00733701421

Have the system inspected by your authorized

1. Park the vehicle in the shade whenever

Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility

possible. Parking in the hot sun makes the

of your choice.

vehicle interior extremely hot which then

requires more time to cool. If it is neces-

sary to park in the sun, open the windows

1. Push the defogger switch to change to the

for the first few minutes of air condition-

“

” position.

ing to expel the hot air.

2. Set your blower to the maximum speed.

2. Afterwards, keep the windows closed

3. Set the temperature to the highest posi-

when the air conditioning is in use. The

tion.

entry of outside air through open windows

will reduce cooling efficiency.

NOTE

z While the mode selection is set “

” posi-

tion, the air conditioning compressor will run

automatically. The outside air position will

also be selected automatically.

7-10

Comfort controls

Air purifier

The air filter’s ability to collect pollen and

CAUTION

Antenna

dirt is reduced as it becomes dirty, so replace

z

The air conditioning system in your vehicle

N00734201540

it periodically. For the maintenance interval,

must be charged with the refrigerant HFO-

refer to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-

1234yf and the lubricant YR20.

NANCE MANUAL”.

To remove

Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will

cause severe damage and may require replac-

Turn the pole (A) counterclockwise.

ing your vehicle’s entire air conditioning

NOTE

system.

z Operation in certain conditions such as driv-

The release of refrigerant into the atmo-

ing on a dusty road and frequent use of the

sphere is not recommended.

air conditioning can lead to reduction of ser-

The new refrigerant HFO-1234yf in your

vice life of the filter. When you feel that the

vehicle is designed not to harm the earth’s

air flow is lower than normal or when the

7

ozone layer. Additionally, it has a signifi-

windshield or windows start to fog up easily,

cantly reduced global warming impact on the

replace the air filter.

environment, compared to the refrigerant

Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

HFC-134a.

repair facility of your choice for assistance.

During a long period of disuse

The air conditioning should be operated for at

To install

least five minutes each week, even in cold

weather. This includes the quick defrosting

Screw the pole (A) clockwise into the base

mode. Operating the air condition system

(B) until it is securely retained.

weekly maintains lubrication of the compres-

sor internal parts to keep the air conditioning

NOTE

in the best operating condition.

z Be sure to remove the roof antenna in the

following cases:

Air purifier

• When using an automatic car wash

N00733801233

• When covering your vehicle with a car

cover

The air conditioning system is equipped with

an air filter to remove pollen and dust.

Comfort controls

7-11

General information about your radio

NOTE

Signal transmission

Reflection

• When driving into a structure that has a low

ceiling

FM signals do not follow the earth surface

The reason why one can hear FM but not AM

nor are they reflected by the upper atmo-

in parking garages, under bridges etc., is that

sphere. For this reason, FM broadcasts cannot

FM signals, unlike AM signals, are reflected

General information about

be received over long distances. AM signals

by solid objects such as buildings, etc.

your radio

follow the earth’s surface and are reflected by

Because FM signals are easily reflected by

N00733901566

the upper atmosphere. For this reason, AM

buildings, this can also cause reception dis-

broadcasts can be received over longer dis-

Your vehicle’s radio receives both AM and

turbances.

tances.

FM stations.

The direct signal from the broadcast station

The quality of your reception is affected by

reaches the antenna slightly before the

7

distance, obstacles, and signal interference.

FM

AM

reflected signal. This time difference may

cause some reception disturbance or flutter.

This radio complies with Part 15 of Federal

This problem occurs primarily in urban areas.

Communications Commission (FCC) Rules

(for vehicles sold in U.S.A.). Operation is

subject to the following conditions:

z The device may not cause harmful inter-

25 to 40 mile radius

100 mile radius

ference.

(40 to 64 km)

(160 km)

z This device must accept any interference

recieved, including interference that may

cause undesirable operation.

Weak reception (fading)

CAUTION

z Changes or modifications not expressly

Because of the limited range of FM signals

approved by the party meeting the above

and the way FM waves transmit, you may

conditions could void the user’s authority to

experience weak or fading FM reception.

operate the equipment.

When the broadcast is blocked by mountains

or similar obstructions, reception can be dis-

turbed.

7-12

Comfort controls

General information about your radio

Cross modulation

Causes of disturbances

If one listens to a weak station and is in the

FM reception is affected by the electrical sys-

vicinity of another strong station, both sta-

tems of vehicles in the vicinity, especially

tions might be received simultaneously.

those without an electronic noise suppression

device. The disturbance is even greater if the

station is weak or poorly tuned.

FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical

disturbances as AM. AM reception is sensi-

tive to electrical disturbances such as power

lines, lightning and other types of similar

7

electrical phenomena.

FM stereo reception

Stereo reception requires a high quality

broadcast signal. This means that types of

disturbances mentioned previously become

more marked and the reception range is

somewhat diminished during stereo recep-

tion.

Comfort controls

7-13

Jump-starting the engine

3. You could be injured if the vehicles move.

7. Connect one end of the other jumper cable

Set the parking brake firmly on each vehi-

to the negative

(-) terminal of the

cle. Put an automatic transaxle or CVT in

booster battery (B), and then connect the

“P” (PARK) or a manual transaxle in “N”

other end

to the designated ground

(Neutral).

location of the vehicle with the discharged

4. Turn the ignition switch to the

“OFF”

battery (A) at the point farthest from the

position or put the operation mode in

battery.

OFF.

WARNING

NOTE

z

Be sure to follow the proper order when

z Turn off all lights, heater, and other electrical

connecting

the

batteries,

of:

loads. This will avoid sparks and help save







both batteries.

WARNING

z

Make sure that the jumper cables and

z

Make sure that the connection

is made

8

your clothing are clear of the cooling fans

to the correct designated location

(as

5. Make sure your battery electrolyte is at

and drive belts. Entanglement with the

shown in the illustration) properly. If the

the proper level. (Refer to “Battery” on

fans or belts can cause serious personal

connection is directly made to the negative

page 9-11.)

(-) terminal of the battery, the flammable

injury.

gases from inside the battery might catch

WARNING

fire and explode, causing personal injury.

z If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or

z

When connecting the jumper cable, do not

NOTE

looks frozen, DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMP

connect the positive (+) cable to the nega-

z

Open the terminal cover before connecting

STARTING!!

tive (-) terminal. Sparks can make the bat-

the jumper cable to the positive terminal of

The battery might split open or explode if

tery explode.

the battery.

the temperature is below the freezing

(Refer to “Battery: Disconnection and con-

point or if it is not filled to the proper

nection” on page 9-12.)

8. Start the engine in the vehicle providing

level.

z

Use the proper cables suitable for the battery

the boost. Let the engine idle a few min-

size.

utes, then start the engine in the vehicle

6. Connect one end of one jumper cable

Otherwise heat damage to the cables could

with the discharged battery.

to the positive

(+) terminal of the dis-

result.

9. After the engine is started, disconnect the

charged battery (A), and then connect the

cables in the reverse order from the way

other end

to the positive (+) terminal

you connected them.

of the booster battery (B).

For emergencies

8-3

Jack and tools

7. If there is no obvious leak source, check

11. Have the system inspected by your autho-

Tools

the coolant level in the engine coolant res-

rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair

ervoir. If there is none, or if it is too low,

facility of your choice.

slowly add coolant.

8. If the engine coolant reservoir needs cool-

Jack and tools

ant, you will probably also need to add

N00836601451

coolant to the radiator. Do not loosen or

remove the radiator cap until the engine

has cooled down.

Storage

The tools are stored beneath the floor board

WARNING

of the cargo area. The jack is stored under the

z Removing the radiator cap could scald

driver’s seat.

you with escaping hot water or steam.

When checking the radiator level, cover

1-

Tools bag

8

the cap with a cloth before trying to

2-

Wheel nut wrench

remove it. Turn it slowly counterclock-

3-

Jack bar

wise, without pressing down, to the first

4-

Towing hook

notch. The pressure in the system will then

be let out. When the pressure is COM-

PLETELY LET OUT, press down and

keep turning the cap counterclockwise

Jack

until it comes off.

Before removing or storing the jack, move

9. Start the engine, and slowly add coolant,

the driver’s seat fully forward to access the

up to the bottom of the filler neck. Use

jack from the rear seat area.

plain water if you have to (and replace it

(Refer to “Front seats” on page 4-3.)

with the right coolant as soon as possible).

10. Replace the radiator cap and tighten it

CAUTION

fully. Check the coolant temperature

1-

Tools

z Never access, remove or store the jack from

warning light. You can start driving again

2-

Jack

the front of the driver’s seat. Doing so could

when the high coolant temperature warn-

damage electrical wires under the driver’s

ing light does not come on.

seat.

For emergencies

8-5

How to change a tire

On vehicles equipped with continuously

To remove

WARNING

variable transmission

(CVT), move the

z After storing the jack in place, make sure

selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position,

Turn the shaft end of the jack in the direction

the jack is securely fixed in the holder.

and stop the engine.

If the jack is not fixed securely, it may

(1) until the jack fully retracts and remove the

4. Turn on the hazard flashers and set up a

move and hit an occupant in an accident

jack from the holder (A).

warning triangle, flashing signal light,

resulting in serious injury or death. Also

the jack may move forward during driv-

etc., at an adequate distance from the

To store

ing and could interfere with driver’s pedal

vehicle, and have all your passengers exit

operation causing an accident.

the vehicle.

Put the jack in the holder (A) and turn the

5. To prevent the vehicle from rolling when

shaft end of the jack in the direction (2) by

it is raised on the jack, place chocks or

hand until the jack is firmly secured.

blocks (A) at the tire that is diagonally

How to change a tire

opposite from the tire (B) you are chang-

N00836901890

8

ing.

WARNING

z The jack should not be used for any pur-

pose other than to change a tire.

z Never get under the vehicle or put any

portion of your body under the vehicle

while it is supported by the jack.

Before changing a tire, first stop your vehicle

in a safe, flat location.

1. Park the vehicle on level and stable

ground.

2. Set the parking brake firmly.

WARNING

3. On vehicles equipped with manual trans-

z Be sure to apply chocks or blocks to the

axle, stop the engine and move the gear-

correct tire when jacking up the vehicle. If

the vehicle moves while jacked up, the

shift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position.

jack could slip out of position, leading to

an accident.

8-6

For emergencies

How to change a tire

NOTE

CAUTION

CAUTION

z The chocks shown in the illustration do not

z

While the compact spare tire is stowed, the

z Because the compact spare tire is designed

come with your vehicle. It is recommended

inflation pressure should be checked at least

only for your vehicle, do not use it on any

that you purchase chocks or blocks and keep

once a month to assure that it remains at the

other vehicle.

them in the vehicle for use if needed.

recommended inflation pressure. See the tire

z Do not put the compact spare tire on a differ-

z If chocks or blocks are not available, use

and loading information placard attached to

ent wheel, and do not put standard tires,

stones or any other objects that are large

the driver’s door sill. Refer to “Tire and load-

snow tires, wheel covers or trim rings on the

enough to hold the wheel in position.

ing information placard” on page 11-3.

compact spare wheel. Otherwise, you could

z

Driving with an improperly inflated tire can

damage these parts or other parts on your

cause an accident. If you have no choice but

vehicle.

6. Get the jack, bar and wheel nut wrench

to drive with an under-inflated tire, keep

z Do not use tire chains with your compact

ready.

your speed down and avoid sudden steering

spare tire. Using a chain could cause damage

(Refer to “Jack and tools” on page 8-5.)

or braking, if possible. Inflate the tire to the

to your vehicle and loss of the chains.

correct pressure as soon as possible. Refer to

8

“Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-17.

Spare tire information

To remove compact spare tire

z

The compact spare tire should be used only

N00849600344

N00849701368

temporarily. While the compact spare tire is

being used, the tire pressure monitoring sys-

1. Lift up the floor board of the cargo area.

Compact spare tire

tem will not function properly. Have the tire

2. To remove the compact spare tire, remove

replaced or repaired at an authorized

the installation clamp (A) by turning it

Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility

counterclockwise.

The compact spare tire is stowed beneath the

of your choice as soon as possible.

floor board of the cargo area. It is designed to

z

Do not go over 50 mph (80 km/h) when driv-

save space in the cargo area. Its lighter weight

ing with the compact spare tire.

makes it easier to use if a flat tire occurs.

z

Avoid sudden starting and braking when

driving with the compact spare tire.

WARNING

z

Do not drive through automatic car washes

z Tires, including spare tire, degrade over

and over obstacles that could possibly dam-

time with age even when they are not

age the underside of your vehicle. Because

being used. It is recommended that tires

the compact spare tire is smaller than the

over 6 years generally be replaced even if

original tire, there is less clearance between

damage is not obvious.

the ground and your vehicle.

For emergencies

8-7

How to change a tire

2. Place the jack under one of the jacking

NOTE

NOTE

points (A) shown in the illustration. Use

z The flat tire with a normal size wheel cannot

z Put the spare wheel under the vehicle body

the jacking point closest to the tire you

be stored beneath the floor board. Store the

near the jack. This makes it safer if the jack

wish to change.

flat tire in the cargo area.

slips out of position.

To change a tire

N00849801587

1. On vehicles with wheel covers, first

remove the covers (refer to “Wheel cov-

ers” on page

8-11). Then, loosen the

wheel nuts with the wheel nut wrench. Do

8

not remove the wheel nuts yet.

WARNING

3. Rotate the jack by hand until the flange

z Set the jack only at the positions shown

portion (B) fits in the groove (C) at the top

here. If the jack is set at a wrong position,

of the jack.

it could dent your vehicle or the jack

might fall over and cause personal injury.

z Do not use the jack on a tilted or soft sur-

face.

Otherwise, the jack might slip and cause

personal injury. Always use the jack on a

flat, hard surface. Before setting the jack,

make sure there are no sand or pebbles

under the jack base.

8-8

For emergencies

How to change a tire

4. Insert the bar

(D) into the wheel nut

WARNING

WARNING

wrench (E). Then put the end of the bar

z No one should be in your vehicle when

z

Mount the spare wheel with the valve stem

into the shaft’s jack end, as shown in the

using the jack.

(I) facing outward. If you cannot see the

illustration.

z Do not start or run the engine while your

valve stem

(I), you have installed the

Slowly rotate the wheel nut wrench until

vehicle is on the jack.

wheel backwards.

the tire is raised slightly off the ground

z Do not turn the raised wheel. The tires

Operating the vehicle with the spare wheel

surface.

installed backwards can cause vehicle

that are still on the ground could turn and

make your vehicle fall off the jack.

damage and result in an accident.

5. Remove the wheel nuts with the wheel nut

wrench, then take the wheel off.

CAUTION

z Handle the wheel carefully when changing

8

the tire, to avoid scratching the wheel sur-

face.

6. Clean out any mud, etc. on the hub sur-

face (F), hub bolts (G) or in the installa-

WARNING

tion holes

(H) in the wheel, and then

z Stop jacking up the vehicle as soon as the

mount the spare tire.

tire is raised off the ground. It is danger-

ous to raise the vehicle any higher.

z Do not get under your vehicle while using

the jack.

z Do not bump the raised vehicle or leave it

sitting on the jack for a long time. Both

are very dangerous.

z Do not use a jack except the one that came

with your vehicle.

z The jack should not be used for any pur-

pose other than to change a tire.

For emergencies

8-9

How to change a tire

7. Install the wheel nuts with their tapered

9. Tighten the nuts in the order shown in the

11. Check the tire inflation pressure. The rec-

ends facing inward, then tighten by hand

illustration until each nut has been tight-

ommended tire pressure for your vehicle

until the wheel is no longer loose.

ened to the torque listed here.

is listed on the tire and loading informa-

65 to 80 ft-lb (88 to 108 N•m)

tion placard attached to the driver’s door

sill as shown in the illustration. Refer to

Steel wheel

“Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-17.

Aluminum wheel

8

CAUTION

z Never apply oil to either the wheel bolts or

CAUTION

the nuts or they will tighten too much.

z Never use your foot or a pipe extension to

apply added force to the wheel nut wrench

CAUTION

8. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire

when tightening the wheel nuts. If you do so,

z

Driving with an improperly inflated tire can

you can over-tighten the wheel nuts and

cause an accident. If you have no choice but

touches the ground, by rotating the wheel

damage the wheel, wheel nuts and hub bolts.

to drive with an under-inflated tire, keep

nut wrench counterclockwise.

your speed down and avoid sudden steering

10. Lower the jack all the way and remove it.

or braking, if possible. Inflate the tire to the

correct pressure as soon as possible. Refer to

“Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-17.

z

After changing the tire and driving the vehi-

cle about 620 miles (1,000 km), retighten the

wheel nuts to make sure that they have not

come loose.

8-10

For emergencies

How to change a tire

CAUTION

Wheel covers (if so equipped)

CAUTION

z If the steering wheel vibrates when driving

N00849401251

z Trying to remove the wheel cover with only

after changing the tire, have the tire checked

your bare hands can seriously injure your

for balance at an authorized Mitsubishi

fingers.

To remove

Motors dealer or a repair facility of your

choice.

Wrap the tip of the bar with a cloth, insert it

z Do not mix one type of tire with another or

into the notch provided in the wheel cover,

To install

use a different size from the one listed. This

and pry the cover away from the wheel.

would cause early wear and poor handling.

Using the same procedure at the other wheel

cover notches, work the wheel cover away

CAUTION

To store the flat tire or spare

from the wheel to remove it completely.

z Before installing the wheel cover to the

wheel, make sure that the tabs (A) on the

tire, jack, bar and wheel nut

back of the wheel cover correctly engage the

8

wrench

ring

(B) to prevent the wheel cover from

N00850001215

coming off. Do not install a wheel cover that

has broken tabs.

Store the flat tire in the cargo area.

Reverse the removing procedure when stor-

ing the spare tire, jack, bar and wheel nut

wrench.

Refer to “To remove compact spare tire” on

page 8-7 and “Jack and tools” on page 8-5.

NOTE

z The wheel cover is made of plastic. Be care-

ful when prying it off.

For emergencies

8-11

Towing

1. Align the tire air valve (C) and the wheel

4. Gently tap around the circumference of

CAUTION

cover notch (D).

the wheel cover at the top (H), then push

z Do not attempt to be towed by another vehi-

the wheel cover into place.

cle with a rope.

NOTE

z Do not use the tie-down hooks for towing.

These hooks are provided only for the pur-

pose of transporting the vehicle itself.

z Your vehicle cannot tow any other vehicle.

There may be local regulations concerning

8

towing in your area.

NOTE

Obey the regulations of the area where you

z Full wheel covers have a symbol mark (E)

are driving your vehicle.

Towing

provided on the reverse side to show the air

N00837002000

valve location.

Before installing the wheel cover to the

wheel, make sure that the opening with the

If your vehicle needs to be

symbol mark is correctly aligned with the air

towed

valve.

If towing is necessary, we recommend you to

2. Push the bottom (F) of the wheel cover

have it done by a commercial tow truck ser-

into the wheel.

vice.

3. Gently push in both sides (G) of the wheel

When towing is required, transport the vehi-

cover and hold them in place with both

cle using a tow truck.

knees.

Incorrect towing equipment could damage

your vehicle.

8-12

For emergencies

Content      ..     8      9      10      11     ..