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Mitsubishi Mirage (2022 year). Manual in english - page 11

Operation under adverse driving conditions

CAUTION

Towing with rear wheels off the

z

Do not tow continuously variable transmis-

ground (Type B - manual transaxle

sion (CVT) vehicles with the driving wheels

vehicles only)

on the ground (Type B) as illustrated. If the

vehicle is towed like this, the continuously

variable transmission (CVT) fluid may not

Set the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral)

reach all parts of the transmission, thus dam-

position.

Do not tow CVT vehicles with this style.

aging it.

Secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead

If you tow CVT vehicles, use Type C, D or E

position with a rope or tie-down strap.

equipment.

z

If the manual transaxle is malfunctioning or

Towing with front wheels off the

damaged, transport the vehicle with the driv-

ing wheels on a carriage (Type C, D or E) as

ground (Type C)

illustrated.

8

z

If the vehicle is towed with the ignition

Release the parking brake.

switch in the “ON” position or the operation

Place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral)

mode in ON and only the front wheels or

position

(manual transaxle) or the selector

only the rear wheels raised off the ground

lever in the

“N”

(NEUTRAL) position

(Type B or C), the Active Stability Control

(CVT).

(ASC) may operate, resulting in an accident.

When towing the vehicle with the rear

wheels raised, turn the ignition switch to the

Operation under adverse

“ACC” position or put the operation mode in

ACC. When towing the vehicle with the

driving conditions

front wheels raised, keep the ignition switch

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Towing the vehicle by a tow

or the operation mode as follows.

[Except for vehicles equipped with the

truck

If your vehicle becomes stuck in

F.A.S.T.-key]

The ignition switch is in “OFF” or “ACC”

sand, mud or snow

position.

CAUTION

[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]

z This vehicle must not be towed by a tow

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand,

The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.

truck using sling lift type equipment (Type

or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking

A) as illustrated. Using a sling lift will dam-

motion. Rock your vehicle back and forth to

age the bumper and front end.

free it.

For emergencies

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Service precautions

Service precautions

WARNING

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z

After performing the maintenance work,

make sure that no tools or cloths are left

Taking regular care of your vehicle will pre-

behind in the engine compartment.

serve its value and appearance as long as pos-

If they are left behind, a fire or damage to

sible.

the vehicle may occur.

z

The fan can turn on automatically even if

You can do some of the maintenance work

the engine is not running. Turn the igni-

yourself, and the rest should only be per-

tion switch to the “OFF” position or put

formed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

the operation mode in OFF to be safe

dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

while you work in the engine compart-

If you discover a malfunction or other prob-

ment.

lem, have it corrected by an authorized

z

Do not smoke or allow open flames around

Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility

fuel or the battery. The fumes are flamma-

of your choice.

ble.

Have you purchased the Mitsubishi Motors

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This section describes the maintenance

z

Be extremely careful when working

Diamond Care Protection Plan? The Plan

inspections that you can do yourself, if you so

around the battery. It contains poisonous

and corrosive sulfuric acid.

supplements your new vehicle warranties.

desire. Follow the instructions and precau-

z

Do not get under your vehicle while it is on

See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer

tions for each procedure.

a jack.

for details.

Always use properly rated automotive

WARNING

jack stands.

z When checking or servicing the inside of

z

Handling your vehicle’s parts and materi-

the engine compartment, be sure the

als in the wrong way can injure you. Ask

engine is stopped and has had a chance to

an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer

cool down.

or a repair facility of your choice if you

z If you need to work in the engine compart-

have questions.

ment with the engine running, be espe-

cially careful that your clothing, hair, etc.

does not get caught in the fan, drive belts,

or other moving parts.

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Vehicle care and maintenance

Catalytic converter

If your vehicle is raised with a

WARNING

WARNING

garage jack

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

z Do not park or run your vehicle in areas

face.

where combustible materials such as dry

Only use the designated positions shown in

Otherwise, the jack might slip and cause

grass or leaves can come in contact with a

personal injury. Always use the jack on a

hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.

the illustration.

flat, hard surface. Before setting the jack,

z Do not put undercoat paint on the cata-

make sure there are no sand or pebbles

lytic converter.

under the jack base.

Never use the rear

To reduce the possibility of catalytic con-

suspensions as a jack-

Catalytic converter

verter damage:

ing point.

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z

Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY of

The catalytic converter requires you to use

the type of recommended in the “Fuel

unleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will

selection”.

destroy the emission-control effectiveness of

z

Do not drive with an extremely low fuel

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the converter.

level. Running out of gas could damage

the catalytic converter.

Normally, the catalytic converter does not

z

Do not try to start the engine by pushing

require maintenance. However, it is important

or towing the vehicle. If the battery is

to keep the engine properly tuned for the con-

weak or run down, use jumper cables to

verter to continue to work properly.

properly start the engine.

*- Front of the vehicle

z

Do not idle the engine with any spark plug

CAUTION

wires disconnected or removed, such as

z Damage to the catalytic converter can result

when performing diagnostic tests.

WARNING

if your vehicle is not kept in proper operating

z

Do not idle the engine for a long time if it

z Set a garage jack only at the

position

condition. If the engine malfunctions or mis-

is idling roughly or otherwise obviously

shown here. If the garage jack is set a

fires, or if your vehicle performance suffers,

wrong position, it could damage your

malfunctioning.

have it serviced promptly. Running your

vehicle and/or your vehicle might fall

z

To prevent the catalytic converter from

vehicle when it is overheated may result in

from the jack causing injury or death.

being damaged from unburned gas, do not

damage to the converter and vehicle.

race the engine when stopping the engine.

Vehicle care and maintenance

9-3

Engine hood

z

Stop driving the vehicle if you think the

Pull the lever toward

you

to

release

the

NOTE

performance is noticeably low, or the

engine hood latch.

z To prevent damage to the engine hood and

engine has a malfunction such as with the

wipers, make sure the wipers are at resting

ignition, etc. If you are not able to stop

position when you open the engine hood.

driving immediately, slow down and drive

for only a short time. Have your vehicle

Support the engine hood with the hood prop.

checked at an authorized Mitsubishi

Insert the hood prop securely in the opening

Motors dealer or a repair facility of your

under the hood marked with an arrow.

choice as soon as possible.

z

In unusual situations involving major

engine problems, a burning odor may

indicate severe and abnormal catalytic

converter overheating. If this occurs, stop

in a safe place, shut the engine off and let

the vehicle cool. Once the engine is cool,

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WARNING

immediately take your vehicle to a dealer

z

Never use the release lever to unlatch the

or a repair facility of your choice for ser-

engine hood while the vehicle is in motion.

vice.

z

Do not drive your vehicle unless the

engine hood is locked.

Engine hood

Release the lever and lift the engine hood.

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CAUTION

z

Always insert the support prop into the hole

specially made for it. Propping the engine

To open

hood at any other place could cause the prop

to slip out and lead to an accident.

Use the engine hood release lever (located

z

The hood prop can fall out if the hood is

under the instrument panel near the driver’s

lifted by a strong wind.

door) to unlock the engine hood.

9-4

Vehicle care and maintenance

View of the engine compartment

8- Engine coolant reservoir

To close

NOTE

z If this does not close the engine hood prop-

Unlatch the prop from the engine hood and

erly, drop it again from a slightly higher

Engine oil and oil filter

put it back in its retainer.

position.

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z Do not push down strongly on the engine

hood. Depending on how strongly or where

To check and refill engine oil

you push down, you could create a dent in

the vehicle body.

It is normal for an engine to use oil. You may

need to add oil between the recommended oil

change intervals. Before starting the engine,

View of the engine compart-

check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary.

ment

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To check the oil level, remove the dipstick,

wipe it off, and gently reinsert it all the way.

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Slowly pull the dipstick straight out and

Slowly lower the engine hood approximately

check the oil level by checking the upper sur-

8 inches (20 cm), then let it drop from its own

face of the dipstick. The oil level must not go

weight.

above the line on the dipstick.

CAUTION

NOTE

z Be careful not to trap your hands or fingers

z If it is difficult to verify the oil level, wipe

when closing the engine hood.

off the dipstick and reinsert it. Wait a

z Make sure the engine hood is firmly closed

moment and then recheck the oil level by

before driving.

checking the upper surface of the dipstick.

1- Engine oil level dipstick

If you drive without the engine hood com-

2- Air cleaner filter

pletely closed, it could open up while driv-

3- Battery

ing.

4- Brake fluid

5- Windshield and rear window washer

fluid reservoir

6- Engine oil filler cap

7- Radiator cap

Vehicle care and maintenance

9-5

Engine oil and oil filter

If the level does not reach the line which

If you cannot find oils with the ILSAC certi-

NOTE

shows the minimum amount of oil required,

fication symbol, use an API classification SP

z Engine oil consumption is greatly influenced

remove the oil filler cap on the engine valve

or higher oil with the following label.

by payload, engine speed, etc.

cover, and fill to within the “Good” range.

This mark appears on the top of the oil con-

z The engine oil will deteriorate rapidly if the

tainer and tells you two important things

vehicle is subjected to severe conditions (for

about the oil.

example, repeated operation on rough roads,

in mountainous regions, on roads with many

Good

uphill and downhill gradients, or over short

API service symbol

distances). Consequently, the oil will require

earlier replacement in accordance with the

schedule in the “WARRANTY AND MAIN-

TENANCE MANUAL”.

Engine oil identification mark

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Mitsubishi Motors recommends using only

CAUTION

engine oils with the ILSAC certification sym-

1-

The upper part indicates the quality of

z

Overfilling will cause oil aeration and loss of

bol on the front of the container.

oil pressure, which could damage the engine.

the oil.

2-

The center part indicates the SAE grade

ILSAC certification symbol

of the oil viscosity.

WARNING

z

Used engine oil is poisonous, and can dam-

age your skin. Prolonged and repeated

contact may cause serious skin disorders,

including dermatitis and cancer. Do not let

used oil touch your skin and wash thor-

oughly after working with it.

z

Keep used oil out of the reach of children.

9-6

Vehicle care and maintenance

Engine coolant

Recommended engine oil vis-

To replace the oil filter

Engine coolant

cosity

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The oil filter should be replaced at the time or

Use engine oil with the proper thickness for

mileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND

To check the coolant level

the outdoor temperatures where you will be

MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.

driving.

Only use high quality replacement filters on

The engine coolant reservoir

(A) lets you

this vehicle. The manufacturer’s specifica-

quickly see when you need to add coolant.

tions for Mitsubishi Motors Genuine oil fil-

When the engine is cold, the level of the cool-

ters require that the filter can withstand a

ant in the reservoir should be between the “F”

pressure of 256 psi (1.8 MPa). A Genuine

(FULL) and “L” (LOW) marks. The radiator

Mitsubishi oil filter is the best replacement

usually stays full so there is no reason to

filter.

remove the radiator cap (B) except when you

Follow the installation instructions printed on

check the coolant freeze point or replace the

the filter.

antifreeze coolant.

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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine 0W-20 Synthetic

Engine Oil is recommended for optimum fuel

FULL

economy and cold weather starting.

If Mitsubishi Motors Genuine 0W-20 Syn-

LOW

thetic Engine Oil is not available,

5W-20

grade oils displaying the ILSAC certification

can be used.

However, Mitsubishi Motors Genuine 0W-20

Synthetic Engine Oil should be used at the

next oil change to maintain optimum fuel

To add coolant

economy and cold weather starting.

Use “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long

Life Coolant Premium” or equivalent*.

Vehicle care and maintenance

9-7

Engine coolant

*: similar high quality ethylene glycol

CAUTION

WARNING

based non-silicate, non-amine, non-

z Do not use water to adjust the concentration

z

Wait for the engine to cool down before

nitrate and non-borate coolant with long

of coolant.

opening the radiator cap. Otherwise hot

life hybrid organic acid technology

z Do not top off the reservoir with plain water

steam or boiling coolant could spray up

only. Water by itself boils at a lower temper-

from the filler port and scald you.

Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Coolant provides

ature and does not stop rust or freezing. If the

excellent protection against corrosion and

water freezes, it will damage your cooling

rust formation on all metals, including alumi-

system. Do not use tapwater. It can cause

num, and prevents clogs in some parts of the

corrosion and rust.

engine.

If you need to add coolant often, or if the

Radiator cap

level in the reservoir does not drop when the

engine cools, the cooling system should be

pressure-tested for leaks. Take your vehicle to

The radiator cap must be sealed tight to pre-

an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

vent losing coolant, which may result in

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repair facility of your choice for testing.

engine damage. Only use a

Mitsubishi

Motors Genuine Parts

radiator

cap,

or

an

approved equivalent.

CAUTION

z

Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or

any engine coolants that contain them. Using

the wrong antifreeze can corrode aluminum

parts.

Points to remember

z

The required concentration of anti-freeze dif-

fers depending on the expected ambient tem-

z Do not overfill the reservoir.

perature.

z Your vehicle uses a special radiator cap

Above -31 °F (-35 °C) : 50 % concentration

that stays sealed and lets the coolant flow

of anti-freeze

from the reservoir back to the radiator

Below -31 °F (-35 °C) : 60 % concentration

when the engine cools down. If you need

of anti-freeze

to change the cap, use the exact same

You can check the concentration level with a

kind.

gauge from an automotive supply store, or

your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or

service station can check it for you.

9-8

Vehicle care and maintenance

Air cleaner filter

z Check the coolant freeze point in the radi-

1. Unclamp the cover. Open up the top of the

Manual transaxle oil (if so

ator with the proper gauge, and only when

cover and take out the air cleaner filter.

it is safe. If you add antifreeze, the con-

equipped)

tents of the reservoir must be protected

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against freezing.

z Keep the front of the radiator and con-

Whenever the manual transaxle oil level is

denser clean.

checked, add oil to maintain the proper level,

z If the engine coolant temperature does not

if necessary.

rise after the engine is warmed-up, take

Refill or change with the oil according to the

your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi

table below.

Motors dealer or a repair facility of your

choice to have the thermostat checked,

Oil type

and replaced if necessary.

CAUTION

Mitsubishi Motors

Air cleaner filter

9

z Take care not to scratch the engine air flow

Genuine NEW

Lubricant

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sensor when removing the air cleaner cover.

MULTI GEAR OIL

The air cleaner filter will get dirty and dusty

ECO API GL-4

from use and not filter properly. Replace it

2. Replacing the air cleaner filter and put the

Viscosity range

SAE 75W-80

with a new filter using the schedule in the

cover back on in its original position.

“WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE

MANUAL”.

NOTE

Continuously variable

z Genuine Mitsubishi Motors Parts are recom-

transmission (CVT) fluid (if

mended when replacing the air cleaner filter.

so equipped)

z After replacing the air cleaner filter, make

sure that the hinges at the bottom of cover

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are firmly set.

The continuously variable transmission

(CVT) should be maintained and serviced by

an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

repair facility of your choice to obtain the

best performance and longest life. It is impor-

Vehicle care and maintenance

9-9

Washer fluid

tant that the transmission fluid is kept at the

Check the washer fluid level at regular inter-

CAUTION

correct level.

vals and add washer fluid to reservoir if nec-

z Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid.

essary.

Also, do not use such as soapy water, glass

Open the reservoir cap and check the level of

Fluid type

cleaner, and engine coolant. Using other liq-

washer fluid.

uids can cause damage to the vehicle, such as

Full level is approximately 2 inches (5 cm)

could cause streaking on the vehicle’s

Use only

“Mitsubishi Motors Genuine

below from the upper surface of the reservoir.

painted surfaces, damage to the washer

CVTF-J4 or CVTF-J4+” transmission fluid to

pump, or clogging the nozzle, leading to the

ensure optimum transmission performance.

washer fluid not spraying.

z Over-diluting the washer fluid in winter may

CAUTION

cause it to freeze onto the windshield.

z Using the improper transaxle fluid may dam-

Upper surface

age the transaxle.

Brake fluid

Full

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Special additives

To check the fluid level

Do not use any fluid additives to the trans-

mission.

When freezing weather is anticipated, flush

The fluid level must be between the “MAX”

and “MIN” marks on the reservoir.

out the water in the reservoir by operating the

pump. Fill the reservoir with windshield anti-

Washer fluid

freeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate

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the system for a few seconds to flush out the

The windshield and rear window washer fluid

residual water.

MAX

reservoir is in the engine compartment.

MIN

9-10

Vehicle care and maintenance

Battery

The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the

Do not fill above the top line because a spill

CAUTION

brake pads, but this does not indicate any

during driving could cause damage.

z

Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch,

abnormality.

mix with, or get into the brake fluid. This

will damage the seals.

The fluid in the master cylinder should be

z

Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can

checked when doing other work under the

damage painted surfaces.

engine hood. The brake system should also be

z

Use only the listed brake fluid. Different

checked for leaks at the same time.

brands of brake fluid have different addi-

If the fluid level falls noticeably in a short

tives, and these can cause a chemical reac-

length of time, it indicates leaks from the

tion. Do not mix brands of brake fluid.

brake system.

z

Keep the reservoir cap closed to keep the

If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by an

brake fluid from evaporating.

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

repair facility of your choice.

Battery

WARNING

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Fluid type

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z

If the battery goes flat, be sure to check

The condition of the battery is very important

the battery electrolyte level before con-

Use the brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or

for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’s

necting booster cables.

DOT 4. The reservoir cap must be tightly

electrical system working properly. Check the

z

After checking the battery electrolyte

sealed to keep dirt and water out.

battery regularly.

level, make sure the caps are fitted

securely.

z

If any of the caps has a loose fit, replace

WARNING

Checking battery electrolyte

the battery.

z Take care in handling brake fluid as it is

level

harmful to the eyes, may irritates your

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skin and will damage painted surfaces.

Wipe up spills immediately.

The electrolyte level must be between the

During cold weather

If brake fluid gets on your hands or in

limits shown on the outside of the battery. Fill

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your eyes, flush immediately with clean

it with distilled water as needed. The inside of

The battery is weaker in cold temperatures.

water. Follow up with a doctor as neces-

the battery is divided into several compart-

This has to do with its chemical and physical

sary.

ments. Take the cap off of each compartment

properties and is why a very cold battery,

and fill to the mark.

especially one with a low charge, will have a

hard time starting your vehicle.

Vehicle care and maintenance

9-11

Battery

It is recommended that you have your battery

NOTE

WARNING

and charging system checked by an autho-

z

Loosen the nut (B) and then disconnect the

z

Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corro-

rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair

battery cable from the positive (+) terminal.

sive diluted sulfuric acid. If it spills on

facility of your choice before the start of cold

nearby parts, it can crack, stain, or dis-

weather. If necessary, have it charged. This

Type 1

color them. And if it gets on your skin or

will provide more reliable starting, and longer

in your eyes, it can cause burns or blind-

battery life.

ness. Please observe the following han-

dling instructions:

• If electrolyte gets on plastic parts or

Disconnection and connection

other nearby parts, wipe it off with a soft

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cloth or chamois soaked in a solution of

To disconnect the battery cable, stop the

water and neutral detergent then imme-

engine. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal

diately rinse the affected parts with

first, then the positive (+) terminal. To recon-

plenty of water.

Type 2

nect the battery, first connect the positive (+)

• If electrolyte gets on your hands or

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terminal and then the negative (-) terminal,

clothes, rinse thoroughly with water. If

electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them

before starting the vehicle.

with water immediately and get immedi-

ate medical attention.

NOTE

z

Open doors and windows in any closed

z

Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-

space where you may be charging or

necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-

working with the battery.

nal of the battery.

z

Always wear protective clothing and gog-

gles when working with the battery, or

WARNING

have a skilled automobile technician do it.

z

Never disconnect

the

battery

while

the

z

If you are quick-charging your battery,

engine is running, or you could damage

first disconnect the battery cables.

the vehicle’s electrical parts.

z

In order to prevent a short-circuit, be sure

z

Never short-circuit the battery. This could

to disconnect the negative

(-) terminal

cause it to overheat and be damaged.

first, and reconnect it last.

z

Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away

z

Battery posts, terminals and related acces-

from the battery because the battery could

sories contain lead and lead compounds.

explode.

Wash hands after handling.

9-12

Vehicle care and maintenance

Tires

• The outward facing sidewall of

z

Section width: the linear distance

Tire Markings

an asymmetrical tire that has a

between the exteriors of the side-

particular side that must always

walls of an inflated tire, excluding

face outward when mounted on a

elevations due to labeling, decora-

vehicle.

tion, or protective bands.

z

Passenger car tire: a tire intended

z

Bead: the part of the tire that is

for use on passenger cars, multi-

made of steel wires, wrapped or

purpose passenger vehicles, and

reinforced by ply cords and that is

trucks that have a gross vehicle

shaped to fit the rim.

weight rating

(GVWR) of

z

Ply: a layer of rubber-coated par-

10,000 pounds or less.

allel cords.

z

Light truck (LT) tire: a tire desig-

z

Cord: the strands forming the plies

1- Size Designation

nated by its manufacturer as pri-

in the tire.

2- Service Description

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marily intended for use on

z

Rim: a metal support for a tire or a

3- Maximum Load

lightweight trucks or multipurpose

tire and tube assembly upon which

4- Maximum Pressure

passenger vehicles.

the tire beads are seated.

5- U.S. DOT Safety

Standards

z

Tread: portion of a tire that comes

z

Rim diameter: nominal diameter

Code (TIN)

into contact with the road.

of the bead seat.

6- Treadwear, Traction

and Tem-

z

Tread rib: a tread section running

z

Groove: the space between two

perature Grades

circumferentially around a tire.

adjacent tread ribs.

z

Tread separation: pulling away of

Size Designation

the tread from the tire carcass.

z

Carcass: the tire structure, except

EXAMPLE: P215/65R15

tread and sidewall rubber which,

Passenger car tire size based

when inflated, bears the load.

P

on U.S.A. design standards

z

Sidewall: portion of a tire between

the tread and bead.

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Vehicle care and maintenance

Tires

EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD

WARNING

Treadwear, Traction and Temper-

1504

z Overloading of your tire is

ature Grades

Department of Transporta-

dangerous. Overloading can

tion

cause tire failure, affect vehi-

Treadwear

This symbol certifies that

cle handling, and increase

the tire is in compliance

The treadwear grade is a comparative

your stopping distance. Use

DOT

with the U.S. Department

rating based on the wear rate of the

tires of the recommended load

of Transportation tire safety

tire when tested under controlled

capacity for your vehicle.

standards, and is approved

conditions on a specified government

Never overload them.

for highway use.

test course. For example, a tire

Code representing the tire

graded 150 would wear one and one-

Maximum Pressure

MA

manufacturing location.

half (1¹/₂) times as well on the gov-

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(2 digits)

ernment course as a tire graded 100.

Maximum Pressure indicates the

Code representing the tire

The relative performance of tires

maximum permissible cold tire infla-

L9

size. (2 digits)

depends upon the actual conditions

tion pressure for this tire.

ABCD

Code used by tire manufac-

of their use, however, and may depart

turer. (1 to 4 digits)

significantly from the norm due to

Tire Identification Number (TIN)

variations in driving habits, service

Number representing the

practices and differences in road

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week in which the tire was

The TIN may be found on one or

characteristics and climate.

manufactured. (2 digits)

both sides of the tire but the date

code may only be on one side. Look

Number representing the

Traction

for the TIN on the outboard side of

04

year in which the tire was

tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the

manufactured. (2 digits)

The traction grades, from highest to

TIN is not found on the outboard side

lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those

then you will find it on the inboard

grades represent the tire’s ability to

side of the tire.

stop on wet pavement as measured

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Vehicle care and maintenance

Tires

The recommended inflation pres-

Cold inflation pressure is measured

z Make sure that the weight of any

sures under normal driving condi-

after the vehicle has been parked for

load in your vehicle is evenly dis-

tions should be used for

the tires

at least three hours or is driven less

tributed.

listed below.

than

1 mile (1.6 km) after having

z Drive at safe speeds.

been parked for three hours.

z After filling your tires to the cor-

Tire

Cold inflation pressure must not go

rect pressure, check them for dam-

Item

Front

Rear

size

above the maximum values molded

age and air leaks. Be sure to

270

270

into the tire sidewall. After driving

reinstall the caps on the valve

165/65R

kPa,

kPa,

several miles, your tire inflation pres-

stems.

14

39 psi

39 psi

sure may increase 2 to 6 psi (14 to

Nor-

41 kPa) from the cold inflation pres-

Replacing tires and wheels

mal tire

240

240

175/55R

sure. Do not let air out of the tires to

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kPa,

kPa,

15

get back to the specified cold pres-

9

35 psi

35 psi

CAUTION

sure, or your tires will be too low.

z

Avoid using different size tires from the one

Com-

Check your tires each time you

listed and the combined use of different

pact

T115/70

refuel. If one tire looks lower than

types of tires, as this can affect driving

420 kPa, 60 psi

spare

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safety.

the others, check the pressure for all

Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-5.

wheel

of them.

z

If your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres-

You should also take the following

sure monitoring system, only Mitsubishi

Tire pressures should be checked,

Motors Genuine wheels should be used.

safety precautions:

and adjusted if necessary, at least

Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks

and sensor damage, as it will not be possible

once a month.

z Keep your tires inflated to the rec-

to install the tire pressure sensor properly.

Pressures should be checked more

ommended pressures. (See the tire

often whenever weather temperatures

and loading information placard

change severely, because tire pres-

attached to the driver’s door sill.)

sures change with outdoor tempera-

z Stay within the recommended

tures. The pressures listed are always

load limits.

“cold inflation pressure”.

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