battery MITSUBISHI L200 2015 (in English) Owner's Guide

Service precautions........................................................................... 10-02
Catalytic converter............................................................................ 10-02
Bonnet............................................................................................... 10-03
Engine oil.......................................................................................... 10-04 Engine coolant...................................................................................10-06
Automatic transmission fluid*.......................................................... 10-07 Washer fluid...................................................................................... 10-08
Brake fluid.........................................................................................10-08
Clutch fluid*..................................................................................... 10-09 Power steering fluid.......................................................................... 10-10
Battery............................................................................................... 10-10 Tyres..................................................................................................10-12Clutch pedal free play*..................................................................... 10-16Brake pedal free play........................................................................ 10-17Parking brake lever stroke.................................................................10-17
Wiper blades..................................................................................... 10-17
General maintenance......................................................................... 10-19
For cold and snowy weather............................................................. 10-20
Fusible links...................................................................................... 10-20 Fuses..................................................................................................10-20
Replacement of lamp bulbs............................................................... 10-25Maintenance
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Service precautionsE01000100706
Adequate care of your vehicle at regular in- tervals serves to preserve the value and ap-
pearance as long as possible.
Maintenance items as described in this own- er’s manual can be performed by the owner.We recommend you to have the periodic in-
spection and maintenance performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point or another specialist.
In the event a malfunction or other problem is discovered, we recommend you to have it
checked and repaired. This section contains information on inspection maintenance pro- cedures that you can do yourself. Follow the
instructions and cautions for each of the vari- ous procedures.WARNINGl When checking or servicing the inside of
the engine compartment, make sure the
engine is switched off and has had a chance to cool down.
l If it is necessary to do work in the engine
compartment with the engine running, be
especially careful that your clothing, hair, etc., does not become caught by the fans,
drive belts, or other moving parts.WARNINGl For vehicle with air conditioning, the fan
may turn on automatically even if the en-
gine is not running; turn the ignition key
to “LOCK” position and remove the key to ensure safety while you work in the en-
gine compartment.
l Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open
flames around fuel or battery. The fumesare flammable.
l Be extremely cautious when working
around the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulphuric acid.
l Do not get under your vehicle with just
the body jack supporting it. Always use
automotive jack stands.
l Improper handling of components and
materials used in the vehicle can endanger
your personal safety. We recommend you to consult a specialist for necessary infor-
mation.Catalytic converter
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For ordinary use, there are no particular pre-cautions.
The exhaust gas scavenging devices used
with the catalytic converter are extremely ef- ficient for the reduction of noxious gases.
The catalytic converter is installed in the ex- haust system.
It is important to keep the engine properly
tuned to ensure proper catalyst operation andprevent possible catalyst damage.CAUTIONl Damage to the catalytic converter can result
if your vehicle is not kept in proper operat-ing condition. In the event of an engine mal-
function particularly involving engine mis-
fire or other apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a
severe overheated condition may result in possible damage to the converter and vehi-cle.WARNINGl As with any vehicle, do not park or oper-
ate this vehicle in areas where combusti-
ble materials such as dry grass or leaves
can come in contact with a hot exhaust since a fire could occur.
l Paint should not be applied to the catalyt-
ic converter.
The catalytic converter itself gets hot quickly,
and may be damaged if overheated. The fol- lowing points should be noted in order to pre-vent the ignition of unburned fuel within the
catalytic converter.
Service precautions
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lDo not drive with an extremely low fuel
level; running out of fuel could cause
damage to the catalytic converter.
l Do not switch OFF the ignition switch
while driving.
l Do not attempt to start the engine by
pushing the vehicle. If the battery isweak or discharged, use another battery
to start the engine.
l Do not idle the engine for prolonged pe-
riods during very rough idle or malfunc-
tioning operating conditions.
l Do not race the engine when turning off
the ignition switch. This will cause the catalytic converter to be damaged due tocontact with unburnt fuel.
l Stop driving the vehicle if you think the
performance is noticeably low, or if theengine has a malfunction such as with
the ignition, etc.
If it is impractical to stop driving imme- diately, reduce the speed and drive for
only a short time. We recommend you to have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible.l In unusual situations involving major en-
gine problems, a burnt smell may indi- cate severe and abnormal catalyst over-
heating.
If this occurs, the vehicle should be stop- ped in a safe place, the engine switchedoff and the vehicle allowed to cool.
Once the engine is cool, a service, in-
cluding a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifications, should be obtained imme-
diately.Bonnet
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To open
Pull the release lever towards you to unlock
the bonnet.
Raise the bonnet while pressing the safety
lock.
NOTEl Only open the bonnet when the wipers are in
the parked position. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the bonnet, wiper arms or
front windscreen.
Bonnet
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WARNINGlTake care in handling brake fluid as it is
harmful to the eyes and may also cause
damage to painted surfaces. Wipe up any spills immediately.Power steering fluid
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To check the fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir whilethe engine is idling.
Check to make certain that the power steering
fluid level is always between the “MAX” and
“MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoir
and refill the fluid if necessary.
Fluid type
Use “ MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE
PSF (Power Steering Fluid)”.
Battery
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The condition of the battery is very important
for quick starting of the engine and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system.
Regular inspection and care are especially
important in cold weather.
NOTEl On vehicles equipped with 2 batteries, when
the batteries are replaced, the 2 batteries
should be replaced at the same time.
If only a battery is replaced, it will cause shortening the batteries life.Checking battery electrolyte
level
The electrolyte level must be between the specified limit on the outside of the battery.
Replenish with distilled water as necessary.
The inside of the battery is divided into sev- eral compartments; remove the cap from each
compartment and fill to the upper mark. Do not top up beyond the upper mark because
spillage during driving could cause damage.
Check the electrolyte level at least once every
4 weeks, depending on the operating condi- tions.
If the battery is not used, it will discharge by
itself with time. Check it once every 4 weeks and charge with low current as necessary.
Power steering fluid
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During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is reduced at lowtemperatures. This is an inevitable result of
its chemical and physical properties. This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that
is not fully charged, will only deliver a frac- tion of the starter current which is normallyavailable.
We recommend you to have the battery checked before the start of cold weather and,if necessary, have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting,
but a battery which is kept fully charged also has a longer life.
Disconnection and connection
To disconnect the battery cable, stop the en- gine, first disconnect the negative (-) terminal
and then the positive (+) terminal. When con-
necting the battery, first connect the positive
(+) terminal and then the negative (-) termi- nal.
NOTEl Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-
necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.NOTEWARNINGl Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery could explode.WARNINGl The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact with
your eyes, skin, clothing, or the painted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt electrolyte
should be flushed immediately with ample amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from contact
with electrolyte requires immediate medi-
cal attention.
l Ventilate when charging or using the bat-
tery in an enclosed space.CAUTIONl Never disconnect the battery with the igni-
tion switch in the “ON” position; doing so
could damage the vehicle’s electrical com- ponents.
l Never short-circuit the battery; doing so
could cause it to overheat and be damaged.
l Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
l If the battery is to be quick-charged, first
disconnect the battery cables.
l In order to prevent a short circuit, be sure to
disconnect the negative (-) terminal first.
l Keep it out of reach of children.
Battery
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CAUTIONlDo not bring the nearby parts, the plastic
parts and so on into contact with sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte) which may crack,
stain or discolour them.
If they are in contact, wipe off with soft cloth, chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then immedi-
ately rinse the affected parts with plenty of water.NOTEl Keep the terminals clean. After the battery is
connected, apply terminal protection grease.
To clean the terminals, use lukewarm water.
l Check to see if the battery is securely instal-
led and cannot be moved during travel. Also check each terminal for tightness.
l When the vehicle is to be left unused for a
long period of time, remove the battery and
store it in a place where the battery fluid will not freeze. The battery should be stored only in a fully charged condition.Tyres
E01001300239WARNINGlDriving with tyres that are worn, dam-
aged or improperly inflated can lead to a
loss of control or blow out of the tyres which can result in a collision with serious
or fatal injury.Tyre inflation pressures
E01001402423Tyre sizeUP TO 3 PASSENGERSMAX. LOAD OR TRAILER TOWINGFrontRearFrontRear195R15C 106/104R 8PR,
215/70R15C 109/107R *2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}4.5 bar
(450 kPa) {65 psi}
205R16C 110/108R 8PR
2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}4.5 bar
(450 kPa) {65 psi}
205/80R16 104S RF
2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa) {42 psi}* : On vehicles with 195 size tyres, this size of snow tyres can also be used instead.
Tyres
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Item
M/TA/T2WD4WD
2WD
4WDVehicleswith 15
inch tyresVehicles with 16
inch tyresEasy select 4WD
Super select 4WD
Easy select4WD
Super select 4WDHigh pow-er engineStandard
power en- gine
4A/T5A/T
Final gear ratio3.9093.9173.917,
4.100 *4.1003.917,
4.100 *4.1003.917*
: Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan and Ukraine

Electrical system
E01100803835Voltage12 VBatteryType (JIS)95D31L80D26LCapacity (5HR)64 Ah55 AhAlternator capacityVehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan,
Ukraine, Morocco and Turkey90 A120 AExcept for vehicles for Russia, Ka-
zakhstan, Ukraine, Morocco and
Turkey95 A130 A

Electrical system
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4-wheel drive operation.....................................6-38A
Accessory (Installation).....................................2-03
Accessory socket............................................. 7-109
Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC).... 6-48
Additional equipment...................................... 10-20
Air conditioning Automatic air conditioning........................... 7-09
Important operation tips for the air conditioning................................................. 7-14
Manual air conditioning................................ 7-04
Air purifier.........................................................7-14
Airbag................................................................ 4-28
Antenna............................................................. 7-83
Anti-lock brake system (ABS).......................... 6-45 Warning lamp................................................6-46
Armrest (Double cab)........................................ 4-08
Ashtray............................................................ 7-107
Audio Audio system anti-theft feature..................... 7-49
CD player...................................................... 7-51
Error codes.................................................... 7-47
Handling of compact discs............................ 7-49
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning ra- dio with CD player...................................... 7-15
LW/MW/FM radio........................................ 7-51
Steering wheel remote control switch...7-44,7-63
Troubleshooting............................................ 7-80
Automatic air conditioning................................7-09
Automatic transmission Sports Mode 4A/T, 5A/T.......................................................6-19
Fluid.................................................. 10-07,11-22
Selector lever operation................................ 6-19
Selector lever position indicator................... 6-20
Selector lever positions................................. 6-20
Sports mode.................................................. 6-21
Sports mode indicator................................... 6-22
B
Battery............................................................. 10-10Discharged battery (Emergency starting)..... 8-02
Specification............................................... 11-18
Bleeding the fuel system................................... 8-05
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface................................... 7-84
Bonnet............................................................. 10-03
Bottle holder.................................................... 7-115
Brake Anti-lock brake............................................. 6-45
Brake assist system....................................... 6-44
Braking.......................................................... 6-43
Fluid.................................................. 10-08,11-22
Parking brake................................................ 6-07
Parking brake lever stroke.......................... 10-17
Pedal free play.............................................10-17
Warning lamp................................................5-08
C
Cargo loads........................................................6-55
Catalytic converter.......................................... 10-02
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles................................................... 6-41
Central door locks............................................. 3-07
Centre console downlight................................ 7-111 Bulb capacity.............................................. 10-26
Replacement................................................ 10-38
Centre information display................................ 5-10
Changing a fuse............................................... 10-23
Changing gears.................................................. 6-16
Check engine warning lamp.............................. 5-08
Child restraint.................................................... 4-14
Child-protection rear doors............................... 3-08
Cigarette lighter............................................... 7-108
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle................................ 9-03Genuine leather............................................. 9-03 Interior of your vehicle................................. 9-02
Plastic, vinyl leather, etc............................... 9-02
Sunroof.......................................................... 9-06
Waxing.......................................................... 9-04
Clock....................................................... 5-20,7-109
Clutch Fluid.................................................. 10-09,11-22
Pedal free play.............................................10-16
Coat hook........................................................ 7-116
Combination headlamps and dipper switch...... 5-32
Convenient hook............................................. 7-116
Coolant (engine)....................................10-06,11-22
Cruise control.................................................... 6-50 Switch........................................................... 6-51
Cup holder....................................................... 7-115
Curtain airbag system........................................ 4-37
D
Demister (rear window).................................... 5-43
Alphabetical index
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