Mitsubishi Mirage G4 (2022 year). Manual in english

Loading information

5. Determine the combined weight

Steps for Determining Correct

of luggage and cargo being loaded

Load Limit

on the vehicle. That weight may

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not safely exceed the available

1. Locate the statement “The com-

cargo and luggage load capacity

bined weight of occupants and

calculated in Step 4.

cargo should never exceed XXX

6. If your vehicle will be towing a

kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s

trailer, load from your trailer will

placard.

be transferred to your vehicle.

2. Determine the combined weight

Consult this manual to determine

of the driver and passengers that

how this reduces the available

will be riding in your vehicle.

cargo and luggage load capacity

3. Subtract the combined weight of

of your vehicle.

the driver and passengers from

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

NOTE

4. The resulting figure equals the

z The above steps for determining

available amount of cargo and

correct load limit were written in

luggage load capacity. For exam-

accordance with U.S.A. regula-

ple, if the “XXX” amount equals

tions.

1400 lbs. and there will be five

Your vehicle cannot tow a

150 lbs. passengers in your vehi-

trailer, so step 6 is irrelevant.

cle, the amount of available cargo

and luggage load capacity is

650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) =

650 lbs.)

Driving safety

6-9

Cargo loads

NOTE

z Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) for the front and rear axles

must not be exceeded. For further information on GAWR’s, vehicle loading, see the “Specifications” section of

this manual.

Cargo loads

WARNING

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z Do not load cargo or luggage higher than

the top of the seatback. Be sure that your

cargo or luggage cannot move when your

Cargo load precautions

vehicle is in motion.

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Having either the rear view blocked, or

To determine the cargo load capacity for your

your cargo being thrown inside the cabin

vehicle, subtract the weight of all vehicle

if you suddenly have to brake can cause a

occupants from the vehicle capacity weight.

serious accident or injury or death.

For additional information, if needed, refer to

z Put cargo or luggage in the cargo area of

your vehicle. Try to spread the weight

“Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit”

evenly.

on page 6-9.

WARNING

DO NOT USE the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

To reduce the risk of serious injury or

ing and Gross Axle Weight Rating numbers

Loading cargo on the roof

death, the combined weights of the driver,

listed on the safety certification label

(A)

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passengers and cargo and must never

located on the inside sill of the driver’s door

exceed the vehicle capacity weight.

as the guide for passengers and/or cargo

WARNING

Exceeding the vehicle capacity weight will

weight.

z Weight placed on the roof of the vehicle

adversely affect vehicle performance,

will raise the vehicle’s center of gravity

including handling and braking, and may

and adversely affect its handling charac-

cause an accident.

teristics. As a result, driving errors or

emergency maneuvers could lead to a loss

of control and result in an accident. Drive

slowly and avoid excessive maneuvers

such as sudden braking or quick turning.

Driving safety

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Trailer towing

WARNING

CAUTION

Trailer towing

Make sure that the weight of luggage and

Before driving and after traveling a short dis-

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the roof carrier do not exceed the maxi-

tance, always check the load to make sure it

mum roof load, 110 lb (50 kg). If the maxi-

is securely fastened to the roof carrier.

mum roof load is exceeded, this could

Stop the vehicle periodically and check that

cause damage to the vehicle or result in an

the load remains secure. If the load is not

accident.

secure, it could fall from the vehicle and

The total weight of all occupants and lug-

damage your vehicle, another vehicle or cre-

gage, including your roof load, must not

ate a road hazard.

exceed the vehicle capacity weight. For

more information, refer to “Tire and load-

ing information placard” on page 11-3.

NOTE

Roof load is determined by adding the

To prevent wind noise or reduction in gas

weight of the roof carrier and the weight

mileage, remove the roof carrier when not in

of the luggage placed on the roof carrier.

use.

WARNING

Before using an automatic car wash, check

with the attendant to determine if the roof

Do not use this

vehicle for

CAUTION

carrier should be removed.

trailer towing. It may not be

Do not load luggage directly onto the roof.

Be sure that adequate clearance is main-

possible to maintain control or

Use a roof carrier that properly fits your

tained for raising the trunk lid during loading

vehicle.

luggage on the roof carrier.

adequate braking.

For installation, refer to the instruction man-

ual provided with the roof carrier.

Place the luggage on the carrier so that its

weight is distributed evenly with the heaviest

items on the bottom. Do not load items that

are wider than the roof carrier.

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Driving safety

Vents

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1- Open

2- Close

Side vents

*: Optional equipment

1- Center vents

NOTE

When the dimple (A) is pressed, the vents

2- Side vents

open.

z On rare occasions, air from the vents of an

air-conditioned vehicle may be foggy. This is

To close the vents, press the dimple on the

only moist air cooling suddenly and does not

opposite side.

Air flow and direction adjust-

indicate a problem.

Change the direction of the air flow by turn-

z Do not let drinks or other liquids get into the

ments

ing the vent itself.

vents as they could prevent the air condition-

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ing from operating normally.

Center vents

Move the knob (A) to make adjustments.

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Comfort controls

Vents

Changing the mode selection

Foot/Face position

Foot/Defroster position

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Air flows to the upper part of the passenger

Air flows to the leg area, the windshield and

To change air flow direction, press the

compartment, and flows to the leg area.

the door windows.

MODE switch or defogger switch. (Refer to

“MODE switch” on page 7-6, “Defogger

switch” on page 7-6.)

These symbols are used in the next several

illustrations to demonstrate the quantity of air

coming from the vents.

: Small amount of air from the vents

: Medium amount of air from the vents

: Large amount of air from the vents

Face position

Air flows only to the upper part of the passen-

Foot position

Defroster position

ger compartment.

Air flows mainly to the leg area.

Air flows mainly to the windshield and the

door windows.

Comfort controls

7-3

Automatic air conditioning

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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is running.

CAUTION

z The engine speed may increase when the air conditioning is operating.

With an increased engine speed, a CVT vehicle will creep to a greater degree than with a lower engine speed. Fully depress the brake pedal to prevent the

vehicle from creeping.

Control panel

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Type 1

Type 2

1- Temperature control switch

4- Air selection switch

8- Electric rear window defogger switch

2- Air conditioning switch

5- Blower speed selection switch

 P.5-104

3- MODE switch

6- Defogger switch

9- OFF switch

7- AUTO switch

10- Temperature display

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Comfort controls

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

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z There is an interior air temperature sensor

Press

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).

2- Decrease

NOTE

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

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inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi

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.

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

NOTE

Refer to

“Personalizing the air selection

the mode selection” on page 7-3.

While the engine coolant temperature is low,

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

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.

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To prevent the windshield and windows from

To change air flow direction, press the

fogging up, the vent mode will be changed to

MODE switch. Each time the MODE switch

“

” and the blower speed will be reduced.

is pressed, the mode changes to the next one

When the temperature is set to the highest or

in the following sequence: “

”  “

” 

the lowest setting under the AUTO opera-

tion, the air selection and the air conditioning

“

”  “

”. The selected mode

will be automatically changed as follows.

is shown in the display (A). Refer to “Chang-

• Quick Heating (When the temperature is set

ing the mode selection” on page 7-3.

to the highest setting)

Outside air will be introduced and the air

NOTE

conditioning will stop.

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air

If the air selection and the air conditioning

conditioning system automatically operates

are operated manually after an automatic

and outside air (as opposed to recirculated

changeover, manual operation will be

air) is selected.

selected.

Refer to

“Defrosting or defogging

(wind-

• Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set

shield, door windows)” on page 7-9.

to the lowest setting)

Inside air will be recirculated and the air

conditioning will operate.

Air selection switch

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The above indicates the factory settings. You

can personalize the air selection switch and

Normally, use the outside air position to keep

air conditioning switch to match your per-

the windshield and side windows clear and to

Defogger switch

sonal preferences.

quickly remove fog or frost from the wind-

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Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

shield.

When this switch is

pressed,

the mode

repair facility of your choice for assistance.

changes to the “

” mode. The indicator

To change the air selection, simply press the

Refer to “Personalizing the air conditioning

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

air selection switch.

switch (Changing the function setting)” on

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Comfort controls

Automatic air conditioning

The selected position will be shown in the

When the setting has changed, the system

CAUTION

display (A).

will beep and the

“

” indicator will

z Using recirculated air for a long time may

flash.

cause the windows to fog up.

Outside air: “

” indicator is ON

• When the setting has changed from

Outside air is introduced into the passen-

enabled to disabled,

ger compartment.

the system will beep three times and the

NOTE

Recirculated air: “

” indicator is ON

indicator will flash three times.

z If you press the AUTO switch to select auto-

Air is recirculated inside the passenger

• When the setting has changed from dis-

matic control after manual operation, the air

compartment.

abled to enabled,

selection switch will also be automatically

controlled.

the system will beep two times and the

indicator will flash three times.

Personalizing the air selection

NOTE

(Changing the function setting)

The factory setting is “Enable automatic air

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control”.

You can change the following functions to

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air

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

selection switch will also be automatically

When the air conditioning turns on, the air

controlled.

selection is controlled automatically. When

the air conditioning turns off, the air selection

z Disable automatic air control:

automatically goes back to the outside air

Even when the AUTO switch is pressed,

position.

the air selection switch will not be auto-

If high cooling performance is desired, or if

matically controlled.

the outside air is dusty or contaminated in

some way, use the recirculation position.

z Changing the settings

Switch to the outside air position every now

Press the air selection switch for about 10

and then to keep the windows from fogging

seconds or longer.

up.

Comfort controls

7-7

Automatic air conditioning

When the AUTO switch is pressed, or

Air conditioning switch

NOTE

when the temperature control switch has

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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.

Disable automatic air conditioning con-

trol:

The air conditioning switch is not auto-

AUTO switch

matically controlled, unless the air condi-

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tioning switch is used.

When the AUTO switch is pressed, the mode

selection, blower speed adjustment, recircu-

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

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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”.

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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:

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shield, door windows)

Push the switch to turn off the air condition-

1. Push the AUTO switch.

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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 “

”).

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

system (automatic mode)

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system (manual mode)

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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

If the air conditioning seems less effective

Important air conditioning

than usual, the cause might be a refrigerant

operating tips

leak.

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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.

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Comfort controls

Air purifier

The air filter’s ability to collect pollen and

CAUTION

Antenna

dirt is reduced as it becomes dirty, so replace

The air conditioning system in your vehicle

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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

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

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• 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

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the upper atmosphere. For this reason, AM

buildings, this can also cause reception dis-

broadcasts can be received over longer dis-

turbances.

Your vehicle’s radio receives both AM and

tances.

The direct signal from the broadcast station

FM stations.

reaches the antenna slightly before the

The quality of your reception is affected by

reflected signal. This time difference may

distance, obstacles, and signal interference.

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.

Operation is subject to the following condi-

tions:

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.

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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

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

If the vehicle breaks down

If the operation mode can-

WARNING

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z To reduce the risk of igniting flammable

not be changed to OFF

gas that may be emitted from the battery,

If your vehicle breaks down on the road,

(vehicles equipped with the

carefully read this section before jump-

move to the shoulder and turn on the hazard

starting the vehicle.

warning flashers. If there is no shoulder, or

F.A.S.T.-key)

z Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing

the shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane

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or towing. This can cause an accident

slowly with the hazard lights flashing until

If the operation mode cannot be changed to

resulting in serious injury or death and

you come to a safe stopping place. Keep the

OFF, perform the following procedure.

can damage the vehicle.

flashers flashing.

1. Move the selector lever to the

“P”

(PARK) position, and then change the

NOTE

If the engine stops/fails

operation mode to OFF.

(For vehicles

z Do not use jumper cables if they have dam-

with continuously variable transmission

age or corrosion.

If the engine stops, there will be no power

(CVT))

assist to the steering and brakes, making these

2. One of the other causes could be low bat-

1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch

difficult to use.

tery voltage. If this occurs, the keyless

bands or bracelets that might create an

entry system and the F.A.S.T.-key opera-

z The brake booster will not work, so the

accidental electrical contact.

tion will also not operate. Contact an

brakes will not grip well. The brake pedal

2. Position the vehicles close enough

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

will be harder to press than usual.

together so that the jumper cables can

z Since there is no power steering assist, the

reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t

steering wheel will be hard to turn.

Jump-starting the engine

touching each other.

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CAUTION

When the engine fails at the

If the engine cannot be started because the

z Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-

battery is weak or dead, you can start it with

intersection

volt battery. If the other system isn’t 12-volt,

the battery from another vehicle using jumper

both systems can be damaged.

cables.

Get help from your passengers, bystanders,

etc. to push the vehicle and move it to a safe

area.

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For emergencies

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

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

Make sure that the jumper cables and

Make sure that the connection

is made

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

When connecting the jumper cable, do not

NOTE

looks frozen, DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMP

connect the positive (+) cable to the nega-

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 9-11.)

8. Start the engine in the vehicle providing

level.

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

Engine overheating

Charging the battery by using

As your vehicle has anti-lock

WARNING

an external battery charger

brakes

z To avoid personal injury, keep hands, hair,

jewelry and clothes away from the cooling

fan. The cooling fan can start at any time.

If you drive your vehicle with a low battery

WARNING

charge after the engine has been started by

Always remove the battery from your

4. If you see steam or spray coming from

using jumper cables, the engine may misfire.

vehicle when the battery is charged by an

under the hood, turn off the engine.

This can cause the anti-lock braking system

external battery charger.

5. If you do not see steam or spray coming

warning light to blink on and off. This is only

Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away

from under the hood, leave the engine on

due to the low battery voltage. It is not a

from the battery because the battery could

until the high coolant temperature warn-

problem with the brake system. If this hap-

explode.

ing light goes off. After the high coolant

pens, fully charge the battery and ensure the

Keep your work area well vented when

temperature warning light has gone off,

charging or using the battery in an

charging system is operating properly.

you can start driving again. If the high

enclosed space.

coolant temperature warning light stays

Remove all the caps before charging the

Engine overheating

on, turn off the engine.

battery.

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Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corro-

WARNING

sive diluted sulfuric acid. If electrolyte

If the high coolant temperature warning light

comes in contact with your hands, eyes,

illuminates while the engine is running, the

z Before raising the engine hood, check to

clothes, or the painted surface of your

see if there is steam or spray coming from

engine may be overheating. If this happens:

vehicle, thoroughly flush with water. If

under the hood. Steam or spray coming

electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them

1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Turn on

from an overheated engine could seriously

immediately and thoroughly with water,

scald you.

the hazard warning flashers.

and get prompt medical attention.

Do not open the hood until there is no

2. With the engine still running, carefully

Always wear protective clothing and gog-

steam or spray.

raise the engine hood to vent the engine

gles when working near the battery.

compartment.

Keep the battery out of the reach of chil-

6. When you do not see any more steam or

3. Check that the cooling fan is running. If

dren.

the fan is not turning, stop the engine

spray, open the hood. Look for obvious

immediately and contact an authorized

leaks, such as a split radiator hose. Be

Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facil-

careful as components will be hot. Any

ity of your choice for assistance.

leak source must be repaired.

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For emergencies

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