service MITSUBISHI GRANDIS 2008 Owner's Manual (in English)

OXPE08E1
(9290B529)
BL070680
© 2007 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Mitsubishi Motors Europe B.V.
ForewordE09200101831
Thank you for selecting a GRANDIS as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full
enjoyment of the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the
proper way to operate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost
in driving pleasure.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to
make changes in design and specifications and/or to make
additions to or improvements in this product without obligation
to install them on products previously manufactured.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe
all laws and regulations concerning vehicles.
This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with
such laws and regulations, but some of the contents may
become contradictory with later amendment of the laws and
regulations.
Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained in this owner’s manual.
Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the discretion of the owner.Throughout this owner’s manual the words WARNINGand
CAUTIONappear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE: gives helpful information.
*: indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer to
the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
M/T: Manual Transmission
A/T: Automatic Transmission
WARNING
CAUTION
Information for station service
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Fuel tank capacity 65 litres
Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane number (EN 228)
Fuel95 RON or higher
Fuel requirementsDiesel-powered vehicles
Cetane number (EN 590)
51 or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.
Engine oil Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the selection of engine oil.
Tyre inflation pressure Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.
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2 General information
Fuel selection
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NOTE●Petrol-powered vehicles have the knock control system so
that you can use unleaded petrol 90 RON as an emergent
measure in case unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher is not
available on journey, etc. In such a case, you don’t need to
adjust the engine specially.
In case of using unleaded petrol 90 RON, the engine per-
formance level is reduced.●Repeatedly driving short distance at low speeds can cause
deposits to form in the fuel system and engine, resulting in
poor starting and poor acceleration. If these problems
occur, you are advised to add a detergent additive to the
gasoline when you refuel the vehicle. The additive will
remove the deposits, thereby returning the engine to a nor-
mal condition. Be sure to use a genuine MITSUBISHI
FUEL SYSTEM CLEANER. Using an unsuitable addi-
tive could make the engine malfunction. For details,
please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
●Poor quality petrol can cause problems such as hard start-
ing, stalling, engine noise and hesitation. If your experi-
ence these problems, try another brand and/or grade of
petrol.
If the check engine warning lamp flashes, have the system
checked as soon as possible at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.Recom-
mended fuelPetrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane number (EN228)
95 RON or higher
Diesel-powered vehicles
Cetane number (EN590)
51 or higher
CAUTION
!●For petrol-powered vehicles, the use of leaded fuel
can result in serious damage to the engine and cata-
lytic converter. Do not use the leaded fuel.●Diesel-powered vehicles are designed to use only die-
sel fuel that meets the EN 590 standard.
Use of any other type of diesel fuel would adversely
affect the engine’s performance and durability.
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4. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on correct han-
dling of the fuel filler gun. Do not tilt the gun. Insert the
gun in the tank port as far as it goes.
5. When the gun stops automatically, remove the gun half
the way in the tank port. After the second automatic stop,
do not fill with fuel any more.
6. To close, turn the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly clock-
wise until you hear clicking sounds, then gently push the
fuel tank filler door closed.
Installation of accessories
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We recommend you to consult your MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
●The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should
only be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in
your country, and in accordance with the guidelines fitting
instructions and warnings contained within the documents
accompanying the parts or accessories.
●Improper installation of electrical components may cause
an electrical fire if incorrectly fitted. Please refer to the
Modification/alteration to the electrical or fuel systems
section within this owner’s manual.
●Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle with-
out an external antenna may cause electrical system inter-
ference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle operation.
●Tyres and wheels which do not meet specifications must
not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for information
regarding wheel and tyre sizes.
CAUTION
!●A label which reads “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY” is
attached to the fuel tank filler lid of vehicles which
can only operate using unleaded petrol. Serious
engine and catalytic converter damage will result if
leaded petrol is filled into these vehicles, and conse-
quently, this must never be attempted.
CAUTION
!●To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top-
off” the fuel tank.
CAUTION
!●If you need to replace the fuel tank filler tube cap,
use only the cap specified for your model vehicle.
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6 General informationImportant points!Due to the large number of accessory and replacement parts of
different manufactures available in the market, it is not possi-
ble, not only for MITSUBISHI MOTORS, but also a MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point, to check
whether the attachment or installation of such parts affects the
driving safety of your MITSUBISHI-vehicle.
Even when such parts are officially authorized, for example by
a “general operators permit” (an appraisal for the part) or
through the execution of the part in an officially approved man-
ner of construction, or when a single operation permit follow-
ing the attachment or installation of such parts, it cannot be
deduced from that alone, that the driving safety of your vehi-
cles has not been affected.
Consider also that there basically exists no liability on the part
of the appraiser or the official. Only in the case of parts (MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS original replacement or exchange parts as
well as MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine accessories) that are
recommended and released by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorised Service Point and that are attached or installed by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point can you
assume, that optimal safety has been provided. The same also
pertains to modifications of MITSUBISHI vehicles with
respect to the production specifications. For your own safety, in
such cases as well, you should only undertake modifications
according to the recommendations of a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Modification/alterations to the electrical or
fuel systems
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS has always manufactured safe, high
quality vehicles. In order to maintain this safety and quality, it
is important that any accessory that is to be fitted, or any modi-
fications carried out which involve the electrical or fuel sys-
tems, should be carried out in accordance with MITSUBISHI
MOTORS guidelines.
CAUTION
!●If the wiring interferes with any part of the vehicle
body work or improper installation methods are
used, i.e. protective fuses not installed, etc., elec-
tronic devices may be adversely affected, possibly
resulting in an electrical fire or other failures that
may cause an accident.
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Genuine parts
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS has gone to great lengths to bring you
a superbly crafted automobile offering the highest quality and
dependability.
Use MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine parts, designed and
manufactured to maintain your MITSUBISHI MOTORS auto-
mobile at top performance. MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine
parts are identified by this mark and are available at all MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Points.
Used engine oils safety instructions and
disposal information
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Protect the environmentIt is illegal to pollute drains, water courses and soil. Use
authorized waste collection facilities, including civic amenity
sites and garages providing facilities for disposal of used oil
and used oil filters. If in doubt, contact your local authority for
advice on disposal.
WARNING
!●Prolonged and repeated contact may cause serious
skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer.●Avoid contact with the skin as far as possible and
wash thoroughly after any contact.●Keep used engine oils out of reach of children.
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• Keep away from audio systems, personal computers,
TVs, and any other equipment that generates a magnetic
field.
• Do not wash with ultrasonic cleaners or similar equip-
ment.
• Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high
temperature or high humidity.
●The engine is designed so that it will not start if the ID
code registered in the immobilizer computer and the key’s
ID code do not match. Refer to the section entitled “Elec-
tronic immobilizer” for details and key usage.
Keys should never be placed in areas which contain mag-
netic or metal objects as this may interfere with the trans-
ponder.
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system)
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The electronic immobilizer is designed to reduce significantly
the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to
immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid
start attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain condi-
tions), using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system.NOTE●In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to
receive the registered ID code from the key. This means
the engine will not start even when the registered key is
turned to the “START” position.
• When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or
magnetic object (Type A)
• When the key grip contacts metal of another key
(Type B)
• When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizing
keys (including keys of other vehicles) (Type C)
In cases like these, remove the object or additional key
from the vehicle key and turn the key back to the “ACC”
or “LOCK” position. Then try again to start the engine.
If the engine does not start, we recommend you to con-
tact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
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NOTE●If you lose your key, order a key from your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point as soon as possible.
To obtain a replacement or extra spare key, take your vehi-
cle and all remaining key to your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point. All the keys have to
be re-registered in the immobilizer computer unit. The
immobilizer can register up to 8 different keys.
CAUTION
!●Don’t make any alterations or additions to the
immobilizer system; alterations or additions could
cause failure of the immobilizer.
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1 Keyless entry system
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Press the remote control switch, and all doors and the tailgate
will be locked or unlocked as desired. It is also possible to
operate the door mirrors.To l o c kPress the LOCK switch (1). All the doors and the tailgate will
be locked. If the interior lamp switch is in the middle position
(DOOR) at this time, the room lamp & map lamps, the rear
personal lamps, and the turn-signal lamps will blink once.
To unlockPress the UNLOCK switch (2). All the doors and the tailgate
will be unlocked. If the interior lamp switch is in the middle
position (DOOR) at this time, the room lamp & map lamps and
the rear personal lamps will come on for approximately 15 sec-
onds and the turn-signal lamps will blink twice.NOTE●The indication lamp (3) comes on each time a switch is
pressed.
●If the UNLOCK switch (2) is pressed and no door or tail-
gate is opened within approximately 30 seconds: relock-
ing will automatically occur.
●It is possible to modify functions as follows:
For further information, please contact your MITSUBI-
SHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On a vehicle equipped with a Multi Display Station
(MDS), the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For
details, refer to a separate operation manual.
• The time from pressing of the UNLOCK switch (2) to
the moment of automatic locking can be changed.
• The confirmation function (flashing of the turn-signal
lamps) can be set to operate only when the doors and
tailgate are locked or only when the doors and tailgate
are unlocked.
• The confirmation function (this indicates locking or
unlocking of the doors and tailgate with the flash of the
turn-signal lamps) can be deactivated.
• The number of times the turn-signal lamps are flashed
by the confirmation function can be changed.
1- LOCK switch
2- UNLOCK switch
3- Indication lamp
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Operation of the outside rear-view mirrorsTo f o l dWithin 30 seconds of locking the doors and tailgate using the
LOCK switch (1), press the LOCK switch twice rapidly to fold
the door mirrors.To e x t e n dWithin 30 seconds of unlocking the doors and tailgate using the
UNLOCK switch (2), press the UNLOCK switch twice rapidly
to return the door mirrors to their extended positions.NOTE●The keyless entry system does not operate in the follow-
ing conditions:
• The key is left in the key cylinder.
• The door or tailgate is open.
●The remote control switch will operate within about 4 m
from the vehicle. However, the operating range of the
remote control switch may change if the vehicle is located
near a TV transmitting tower, power station, or radio
broadcasting station.
●If either of the following problems occurs, the battery may
be exhausted. Have the battery replaced by a MITSUBI-
SHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• The remote control switch is operated at the correct dis-
tance from the vehicle, but the doors and tailgate are not
locked/unlocked in response.
• The indication lamp (3) is dim or does not come on.●If your remote control switch is lost or damaged, please
contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point for a replacement remote control switch.
●If you wish to add remote control switch, we recommend
that you contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
A maximum of 4 remote control switches are available for
your vehicle.
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NOTE●It is possible to prevent the driver’s door switches from
being used to open and close the front passenger’s door
window and rear door windows while the lock switch is
pressed in the “LOCK” position.
For details, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBI-
SHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.Timer function
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The door windows can be opened or closed for 30 seconds
after the ignition switch is turned off. If the driver’s door is
opened during this period, the door window can be opened or
closed for another 30 seconds.
However, once the driver’s door is closed, the windows cannot
be operated.
Safety mechanism
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If a hand or head is trapped in the closing window, it will lower
automatically.
Nonetheless, make sure that nobody puts their head or hand out
of the window when closing a window.
The lowered window will become operational after a few sec-
onds.
WARNING
!●If the safety mechanism is activated three or more
times successively, the safety mechanism will be tem-
porarily cancelled.
If a hand or head got trapped, a serious injury could
result.
CAUTION
!●The safety mechanism is cancelled just before the
window is fully closed. This allows the window to
close completely. Therefore be especially careful that
no fingers are trapped in the window.
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