washer fluid MITSUBISHI ASX 2009 1.G Owners Manual

System armed mode
(The
security indicator continues to blink with the
indicator’s reduced lit-up duration time.)
Once the system preparation mode has ended, the
system armed mode starts.
If an unlawful opening of any of the doors, tailgate
or bonnet is detected during the system armed
mode, the alarm will be activated to warn people
around the vehicle of an abnormal condition.
Also, if unlawful moving of the vehicle is attemp-
ted or a vehicle intrusion is detected, the alarm will
be activated.
Alarm activation
The turn-signal lamps blink and the siren sounds
for approximately 30 seconds.
Refer to “Alarm activation” on page 1-32.
NOTE
l The alarm will resume if unlawful actions
are taken again, even if the alarm has stopped.
System cancellation
It is possible to cancel the system activation during
the system preparation mode or the system armed
mode.
In addition, it is possible to cancel the alarm once it
has been activated.
Refer to “Cancelling the system” on page 1-32,
“Cancelling the alarm” on page 1-33. NOTE
l When
lending the vehicle to another person
or allowing the vehicle to be driven by some-
one who is unfamiliar with the security
alarm system, be sure to give the person a
proper explanation of the security alarm sys-
tem.
If a person who is unfamiliar with the securi-
ty alarm system accidentally unlocked the ve-
hicle, causing the alarm to sound, the alarm
would be a nuisance to people nearby.
Changing the security alarm settings E00301600267
It is possible to set the security alarm to the “ac-
tive” mode or “inactive” mode.
Follow the procedure below.
1. Except

for vehicles equipped with the key-
less operation system, remove the key from
the ignition switch. For vehicles equipped
with the keyless operation system, put the op-
eration mode in OFF.
2. Place the lamp switch in the “OFF” position, and leave the driver’s door open. 3. Pull
the windscreen wiper and washer switch
towards you and hold it there. (Since the igni-
tion switch is in the “LOCK” position or the
operation mode is in OFF, washer fluid will
not be sprayed.) 4. After
approximately 10 seconds, the buzzer
will make a sound. Keep the windscreen wip-
er and washer switch pulled towards you. (If
the windscreen wiper and washer switch was
released, the setting change mode would be
cancelled. To start over, perform the proce-
dure again from step 3.) Locking and unlocking
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Rear fog lamp switch
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The
rear fog lamp can be operated when the head-
lamps or front fog lamps (if so equipped) turn on.
An indication lamp in the instrument cluster comes
on when the rear fog lamp is turned on.

[Vehicle without front fog lamps]
Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction to turn
on the rear fog lamp. To turn the rear fog lamp off,
turn the knob once in the “OFF” direction. The
knob will automatically return to its original posi-
tion when you release it.

[Vehicle with front fog lamps]
Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction to turn
on the front fog lamps. Turn the knob once more in
the “ON” direction to turn on the rear fog lamp. To
turn the rear fog lamp off, turn the knob once in the
“OFF” direction. Turn the knob once more in the
“OFF” direction to turn off the front fog lamps.
The knob will automatically return to its original po-
sition when you release it. NOTE
l The
rear fog lamp is automatically turned off
when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so
equipped) are turned off.
l To turn the rear fog lamp on again, turn the
knob once in the “ON” direction after turn-
ing on the headlamps. (Vehicle without front
fog lamps)
l To turn the rear fog lamp on again, turn the
knob twice in the “ON” direction after turn-
ing on the headlamps. (Vehicle with front
fog lamps) Wiper and washer switch
E00507101218 CAUTION
l
If
the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze, which may hinder visibility.
Warm the glass with the defroster or rear
window demister before using the washer.
Windscreen wipers E00516900459
NOTE l To

ensure a clear rearward view, the rear win-
dow wiper will automatically perform sever-
al continuous operations if the gearshift lever
or the selector lever is put in the “R” position
while the windscreen wipers are operating.
Refer to “Rear window wiper and washer”
on page 3-55.
Except for vehicles equipped with rain sensor
The windscreen wipers can be operated with the ig-
nition switch or the operation mode is in ON or ACC. Instruments and controls
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l
Contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point when replacing the wind-
screen or reinforcing the glass around the sen-
sor.
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
With the lever in the “AUTO” (rain sensor) posi-
tion, it is possible to adjust the sensitivity of the
rain sensor by turning the knob (B). “+”- Higher sensitivity to rain
“-”- Lower sensitivity to rain
NOTE l It

is possible to activate the following func-
tions. • Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-tive) can be changed to intermittent oper-
ation (vehicle-speed sensitive).
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi- tive) can be changed to intermittent oper-
ation (except vehicle-speed sensitive).
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point. On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication

System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
Misting function
Move the lever in the direction of the arrow and re-
lease, to operate the wipers once.
Use this function when you are driving in mist or
drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised
to the “MIST” position and released when the igni-
tion switch or the operation mode is in ON or
ACC. The wipers will continue to operate while
the lever is held in the “MIST” position. The wipers will operate once if the lever is moved
to
the “AUTO” position and the knob (C) is turned
in the “+” direction when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position or the operation mode is in ON. Windscreen washer*
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The windscreen washer can be operated with the ig-
nition switch or the operation mode in ON or ACC.
The

washer fluid will be sprayed onto the wind-
screen by pulling the lever towards you.
When the wipers are not in operation or in intermit-
tent operation, by pulling the lever towards you,
the wipers will operate several times while the wash-
er fluid is being sprayed.
Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan and Uk-
raine, then about 6 seconds later, wipers operate
once more.
On vehicles equipped with a headlamp washer,
while the headlamps are on, the headlamp washer
will operate once together with the windscreen wash-
er. Instruments and controls
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3

Also, except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan
and
Ukraine, by releasing the lever soon after pull-
ing it towards you, the washer fluids will be
sprayed several times while the wipers are operat-
ing several times. (Comfort washer) Then about 6
seconds later, wipers operate once more.
Comfort washer will stop operating with any opera-
tion of the lever. CAUTION
l
If
the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze resulting in poor visibility.
Heat the glass with the defroster or demis-
ter before using the washer.
NOTE l It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• Causing

the wiper never to operate when
washer fluid is sprayed.
• Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakh- stan and Ukraine, deactivating the com-
fort washer. • Except
for vehicles for Russia, Kazakh-
stan and Ukraine, deactivating the func-
tion that operates the wipers once more
about 6 seconds later.
• Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan and Uk- raine, activating the comfort washer.
• Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan and Uk- raine, the wipers can be set to operate
again after about 6 seconds.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details. Rear window wiper and washer
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The
rear window wiper and washer switch can be
operated with the ignition switch or the operation
mode in ON or ACC. INT- The wiper operates continuously for
several seconds then operates inter-
mittently at intervals of about every
8 seconds
OFF- Off -
The washer fluid will be sprayed on-
to the rear window when the knob is
turned fully in either direction.
The wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer fluid
is being sprayed. Instruments and controls
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NOTE
l The
rear window wiper will automatically per-
form several continuous operations if the gear-
shift lever or the selector lever is put in the
“R” position while the windscreen wipers or
the rear window wiper is operating. (automat-
ic operation mode).
After the automatic operation, the rear win-
dow wiper will stop operating if the knob is
in the “OFF” position. If the knob is in the
“INT” position, the rear window wiper will
return to the intermittent operation.
It is possible to set the rear window wiper to
perform the automatic operation only if the
gearshift lever or the selector lever is put in
the “R” position while the rear window wip-
er is operating with the knob in the “INT” po-
sition.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
l If the knob is in the “OFF” position, turn the
knob to the “INT” position twice quickly to
operate the rear window wiper continuously.
(continuous operation mode)
Turn the knob to the “OFF” position to stop
the rear window wiper continuous operation.
l The interval for intermittent operation can be
adjusted.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details. Headlamp washer switch*
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The
headlamp washer can be operated with the ig-
nition switch or the operation mode in ON or ACC
and the lamp switch at the “ ” position.

Push

the button once and the washer fluid will be
sprayed on to the headlamps. NOTE
l If

the ignition switch or the operation mode
is in ON or ACC and the headlamps are on,
the headlamp washer operates together with
the windscreen washer the first time the wind-
screen washer lever is pulled. Precautions to observe when using wip-
ers and washers
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l If

the moving wipers become blocked by ice
or other deposits on the glass, the motor may
burn out even if the wiper switch is turned to
OFF. If obstruction occurs, park your vehicle
in a safe place, turn off the engine, and clean
the deposits from the glass so that the wipers
operate smoothly.
l Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry.
They may scratch the glass surface and the
blades wear out prematurely.
l Before using the wipers in cold weather,
check that the wiper blades are not frozen on-
to the glass. The motor may burn out if the
wipers are used with the blades frozen onto
the glass.
l Avoid using the washer continuously for
more than 20 seconds. Do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
l Periodically check the level of washer fluid
in the reservoir and refill if required.
During cold weather, add a recommended
washer solution that will not freeze in the
washer reservoir. Failure to do so could re-
sult in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components. Instruments and controls
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Service precautions
....................................................................... 8-02
Catalytic converter ........................................................................ 8-02
Bonnet...........................................................................................8-03
Engine oil ......................................................................................8-04
Engine coolant .............................................................................. 8-06
Washer fluid ................................................................................. 8-07
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid* .............................................................. 8-07
Battery .......................................................................................... 8-08
Tyres............................................................................................. 8-11
Parking brake break-in..................................................................
8-15
Wiper blade rubber replacement...................................................8-15
General maintenance .................................................................... 8-17
For cold and snowy weather......................................................... 8-17
Fusible links.................................................................................. 8-18
Fuses............................................................................................. 8-18
Replacement of lamp bulbs .......................................................... 8-23Maintenance
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CAUTION
l
Concentrations exceeding 60 % will re-
sult in a reduction of both the anti-freeze
and cooling performance thus adversely
affecting the engine.
l Do not top up with water only.
Water by itself reduces the rust-protec-
tive and anti-freeze qualities of the cool-
ant and has a lower boiling point. It can
also cause damage to the cooling system if
it should freeze. Do not use tapwater, as it
can cause corrosion and rust formation.
During cold weather
If
the temperatures in your area drop below freez-
ing, there is the danger that the coolant in the en-
gine or radiator could freeze and cause severe dam-
age to the engine and/or radiator. Add a sufficient
amount of anti-freeze to the coolant to prevent it
from freezing.
The concentration should be checked before the
start of cold weather and anti-freeze added to the
system if necessary. Washer fluid
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Open

the washer fluid reservoir cap and check the
level of washer fluid with the dipstick.
If the level is low, replenish the container with wash-
er fluid.
EMPTY
FULL NOTE
l The

washer fluid container serves the wind-
screen, rear window and headlamps (if so
equipped).
During cold weather
To ensure proper operation of the washers at low
temperatures, use a fluid containing an anti-freez-
ing agent. Brake fluid/Clutch fluid*
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The

brake fluid and the clutch fluid share the reser-
voir tank.
To check the fluid level
The fluid level must be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” marks on the reservoir. The fluid level is monitored by a float. When the
fluid

level falls below the “MIN” mark, the brake
fluid warning lamp lights up.
The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake
pads, but this does not indicate any abnormality.

The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked
when doing other work under the bonnet. The
brake system should also be checked for leakage at
the same time.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of
time, it indicates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the vehi-
cle checked. Maintenance
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Diesel-powered vehiclesLHD RHDNo. Item Quantity Lubricants
1 Engine oil Petrol-powered ve-
hicles 1600 models Oil pan
4.0 litres
Refer to page 8-04. Oil filter
0.2 litre 1800 models Oil pan
4.0 litres Oil filter
0.3 litre 2000 models Oil pan
4.0 litres Oil filter
0.3 litre Diesel-powered vehicles Oil pan
5.0 litres Oil filter
0.3 litre2 Brake fluid
As requiredBrake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4Clutch fluid
3 Washer fluid
4.5 litres— Specifications
9-15 9

Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal
information 05
Exterior and interior lamp operation
8-17
F Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-14
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid

9-14
Brake fluid 8-07,9-14
Clutch fluid 8-07
CVT fluid 9-14
Engine coolant 8-06,9-14
Power steering fluid 9-14
Twin Clutch SST fluid 9-14
Washer fluid 8-07,9-14
For cold and snowy weather 8-17
Front fog lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-29
Switch 3-50
Front room lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Front seat 2-03
Front turn-signal lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-28
Fuel consumption 9-13
Fuel Filling the fuel tank 03
Fuel selection 02
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems 05
Tank capacity 03
Fuses 8-18
Fusible links 8-18 GGeneral maintenance 8-17
General vehicle data

9-04
Genuine parts 05
Glove box lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
H Hazard warning flasher switch 3-50
Hazard warning indication lamps

3-40
Head restraints 2-07
Headlamp levelling switch 3-48
Headlamp washer switch 3-56
Headlamps Bulb capacity 8-23
Headlamp flasher 3-47
Replacement 8-25,8-26
Switch 3-44
Heated mirror 4-10
Heated seats 2-06
Heater 5-03
High-mounted stop lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Hill start assist 4-35
Hinges and latches lubrication 8-17
Horn switch 3-57
I If the vehicle breaks down 6-02
Ignition switch 4-11
Indication lamps

3-40
Information screen display 3-42
Inside rear-view mirror 4-08
Inside tailgate release 1-27 Inspection and maintenance following rough road
operation 4-33
Instruments 3-02
Interior lamps 5-62
Map lamps 5-63
J Jack 6-06
Storage 6-06
Jump starting (Emergency starting)

6-02
K Key slot 1-17
Keyless entry system 1-04,1-18
Keyless operation system 1-07
Keys 1-02
L Labeling 9-02
Lamp monitor buzzer

3-46
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas) 8-17
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Link System 5-41
Lubricants 9-14
Luggage hooks 5-70
Luggage room lamp 5-63 Bulb capacity 8-24
M Making a luggage compartment 2-08
Manual transmission 4-21
Map lamps 5-62,5-63Alphabetical index
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T
Tachometer 3-02
Tail lamps
Bulb capacity
8-24
Replacement 8-31
Tailgate 1-26
Tank capacity 03
Tissue holder 5-67
Tools 6-06 Storage 6-06
Towing 6-19
Trailer towing 4-54
Transfer oil 9-14
Transmission Automatic transmission 4-24
Manual transmission 4-21
Turbocharger operation 4-16
Turn-signal indication lamps 3-40
Turn/Lane-change signals 3-49
Twin Clutch SST (Sport Shift Transmission) Fluid 9-14
Tyres 8-11 How to change a tyre 6-12
Inflation pressures 8-12
Rotation 8-13
Size (tyre and wheel) 9-12
Snow tyres 8-14
Tread wear indicators 8-13
Tyre chains 8-14
Tyre repair kit 6-07
UUSB input terminal 5-57
USB input terminal device
How to connect a USB memory device

5-57
How to connect an iPod 5-57 Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal in-
formation 05
V Vanity mirror lamp
Bulb capacity
8-24
Vehicle care precautions 7-02
Vehicle dimensions 9-04
Vehicle identification number plate 9-02
Vehicle information code plate 9-02
Vehicle labeling 9-02
Vehicle performance 9-06
Vehicle weight 9-07
Ventilators 5-02
W Warning lamps 3-41
Washer
Fluid 8-07,9-14
Switch 3-55,3-56
Washing 7-03
Waxing 7-04
Weatherstripping

8-17
Weight 9-07
Wheel Covers 6-18
Specification 9-12
Wiper Rear window 3-55
Windscreen 3-51
Wiper blades 8-15 Alphabetical index
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