tow MITSUBISHI CARISMA 2000 1.G Owner's Manual

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–7
The spare wheel is stored beneath the floor
board of the luggage compartment; to re-
move it, using the wheel nut wrench, remove
the bolt securing the spare wheel, and take
out the spare wheel.Compact spare wheel*
The compact spare tyre is designed to save
space in the luggage compartment and its
lighter weight makes it easier to use if a flat
tyre occurs.
CAUTION
(1) The pressure should be period-
ically checked and maintained at
the specified pressure while the
tyre is stowed.
Driving with an insufficient tyre
pressure can lead to an accident.
If you have no choice but to drive
with an insufficient tyre pressure,
keep your speed down and inflate
the tyre to the correct pressure as
soon as possible. (Refer to “Tyre
inflation pressure” on page
9–12.)
(2) The compact spare wheel is for
temporary use only and should
be removed as soon as the orig-
inal wheel can be repaired or re-
placed.
Flange nuts are used for some
type of aluminium wheel. These
wheel nuts can be used temporar-
ily on the compact spare wheel.
CAUTION
(3) The vehicle must not be driven at
speeds in excess of 80 km/h while
using the compact spare wheel.
(4) The compact spare tyre is not so
good as the standard spare tyre
in controllability and stability.
When the compact spare tyre is
used, avoid quick starts, sudden
braking and sharp steering.
(5) Avoid driving through automatic
vehicle washers and over ob-
stacles that could possibly dam-
age the vehicle’s undercarriage.
Because the compact spare
wheel is smaller than the original
wheel, the ground clearance is
slightly reduced.
(6) The compact spare wheel is spe-
cifically designed for your vehicle
and it should not be used on any
other vehicle.

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–11
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7. Place the spare wheel and then install
the wheel nuts with the tapered ends
facing inward, then tighten by hand
until the wheel is no longer loose.
NOTE
(1)Flange nuts (2) can be temporarily
used on the steel wheel, but return to
the original wheel and tyre as soon as
possible.
(2)If all four wheels on vehicles with
flange nuts (2) are changed to steel
wheels, use tapered nuts (1).
CAUTION
Never apply oil to either wheel bolts or
nuts as it will cause them to over-
tighten.
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8. Lower the vehicle slowly and then
tighten the nuts diagonally in two or
three steps until each nut has been
tightened to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
98 to 117 Nm
(Achieved by applying force of
approx. 390 to 450N at end of
wheel nut wrench supplied with
vehicle)
CAUTION
Never use extra force with your foot
on the wheel nut wrench or by using
a pipe extension as you can over-
tighten the nut.
9. Lower and remove the jack and stow
the jack, bar, wheel nut wrench and flat
tyre wheel. Have the flat tyre repaired
as soon as possible.

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–12
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10. Check tyre inflation pressure. The
inflation pressure specification is
shown on the label. See illustration.
CAUTION
(1) Compact spare tyre is used tem-
porarily when the standard tyre
flows out. Repair the flown tyre as
soon as possible to replace the
compact spare tyre with the stan-
dard tyre.
(2) After changing the tyre, drive the
vehicle approximately 1000 km
and retighten the wheel nuts to
make sure that they are not loose.
CAUTION
(3) If the steering wheel vibrates
when driving after change of the
tyre, have the tyre checked for
balance at your MITSUBISHI
dealer.
(4) For the safe operation of your ve-
hicle, make sure you avoid mix-
ing one type of with another or
using tyres other than the speci-
fied size.
TowingEN25AIDf
Your vehicle may be towed either by another
vehicle with a rope, or by a tow truck.
The regulations concerning towing may
differ from country to country. It is recom-
mended that you obey the regulations of the
country where you are driving your vehicle.
CAUTION
(1) In the following cases, please
contact the MITSUBISHI dealer.

The engine runs but the ve-
hicle does not move.
Or abnormal noise is pro-
duced.

No automatic transmission
fluid is in the transmission.
(2) If the transmission is malfunc-
tioning or damaged, transport the
vehicle using a tow truck. (Refer
to the paragraph “Towing the ve-
hicle by a tow truck”.)

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–13
Front
N25A200a
Towing with a rope
1. For vehicles with automatic transmis-
sion check the automatic transmis-
sion fluid level. (Refer to “Automatic
transmission fluid” on page 9–4.)
If the fluid level is low, transport the ve-
hicle with all wheels off the ground.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is out of automatic trans-
mission fluid, the transmission could
be damaged.
2. The towing hooks (A) are located as
shown in the illustrations. Attach the
tow rope to the towing hooks.
Rear
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NOTE
(1) Using any part other than the desig-
nated towing hooks (A) could result in
damage to vehicle body.
(2) Use care that the towing rope is kept as
horizontal as possible.
An angled towing rope can damage the
vehicle body.
(3) Never attempt to tow out a ditched ve-
hicle because the towing rope cannot
be kept horizontal.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” or
“ON” position to unlock the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
(1) As the engine is not running, the
brake booster and power steer-
ing pump do not operate. This
means higher brake depression
force and higher steering effort
are required. Therefore vehicle
operation is more difficult than
usual.
(2) Do not leave the key in the
“LOCK” position. If the key is re-
moved while driving, the steering
will be locked causing loss of
control.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lamps.
5. Move the gearshift lever (manual
transmission) or the selector lever (au-
tomatic transmission) to Neutral or the
“N” position.
6. During towing make sure that close
contact is maintained between the
drivers of both vehicles, and that the
vehicles travel at low speed. Avoid
abrupt starting or stopping which
might subject the vehicles to shock.

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–14
WARNING
Avoid sudden braking, sudden accel-
eration and sharp turning; such op-
eration could cause damage to the
towing hooks or the tow rope.
People in the vicinity could be injured
as a result.
CAUTION
When going down a long slope, the
brakes may overheat, reducting ef-
fectiveness. Have your vehicle towed
on a trailer.
NOTE
(1) Be sure the towing speed is within the
legal limit. In addition, if the vehicle is
equipped with an automatic transmis-
sion, make sure that the towing speed
and distance given below are never
exceeded.
Towing speed: 50 km/h
To w i n g d i s tance: 30 km
(2) When the front tow hook is used, be
very careful so that the rope does not
cause damage to the body.
(3) To prevent entry of exhaust gas from the
towing vehicle, set the air selection lever
to the recirculation position.
(4) Your vehicle should only be used to tow
another vehicle if the weight of the other
vehicle is less than your vehicle.
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FOR EMERGENCIES
8–15
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
CAUTION
(1) This vehicle cannot be towed by
a tow truck using Type A equip-
ment to prevent the bumper from
deformation. If this vehicle is
towed, use Type B, Type C, Type
D or Type E equipment.
(2) In case the vehicle with automatic
transmission must be towed far-
ther than 30 km, transport the ve-
hicle with all wheels off the
ground (Type B or C) or with front
wheels off the ground (Type D).
(3) If the transmission is not operat-
ing, transport the vehicle with all
wheels off the ground (Type B or
C).
Towing with front wheels off the
ground (Type D)
Release the parking brake. Place the gear-
shift lever (manual transmission) or the se-
lector lever (automatic transmission) in the
“N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Towing with rear wheels off the
ground (Type E)
Place the gearshift lever (manual trans-
mission) or the selector lever (automatic
transmission) in the “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-
tion.
Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” position
and secure the steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope, etc.
Never place the ignition key in the “LOCK”
position. It is dangerous as the steering
wheel may lock.
Engine overheatingEN26A - Ub
If the water temperature gauge indication re-
mains in the overheating zone for a long
time, the engine may be overheating. If this
occurs, take the following corrective
measures :
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

FOR EMERGENCIES
8–30
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Side turn - signal lampsEN10E-Gd
Insert a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver
at the edge of the lens, remove the socket
assembly and bulb together by turning it anti-
clockwise, and then remove the bulb by pul-
ling out.
NOTEWrap a piece of cloth around the straight
blade (or mines) screwdriver in order to
avoid scratching the lens and the body.
N10X035a
Front fog lamps*EN10X - Oc
Remove the cover mounting screw.
N10X036a
Remove bolts (1) and (2) with a screwdriver,
and pull the lamp body towards you.
NOTE
Do not turn the aiming adjusting bolt (3).

MAINTENANCE
9–12
Tyre inflation pressureEM13AMKf
kPa
ItemTyre sizeNormal loading with up to 3 personsFully loadedAboveItemTyre sizeFrontRearFrontRear160 km/h
175/65R15*184S
84T2.2 (220)2.0, 2.3*2(200, 230*2)2.3 (230)2.2, 2.3*2(220, 230*2)+ 0.4 (40)
Normal tyre195/55R15*185H
85V2.2 (220)2.0, 2.3*2(200, 230*2)2.3 (230)2.2, 2.3*2(220, 230*2)+ 0.4 (40)
195/60R1588H
88V2.2 (220)2.0 (200)2.2 (220)2.0 (200)+ 0.3 (30)
Compact spare tyreT125/90R15 96M4.2 (420)–
*1 : Snow tyre (M+S): It is also called winter tyres and designed for traction in mud and snow.
*2 : Indicates tyre inflation pressure when towing a trailer
Check the tyre inflation pressure of all the tyres while they are cold: if insufficient or excessive, adjust to the specified value.
After the tyre inflation pressure has been adjusted, check the tyres for damage and air leaks. Be sure to put rubber caps on the valves.

SPECIFICATIONS
10–6
Weights EP01DMDe
Sedan
Petrol-powered vehicle
130016001800 (GDI)
ItemCLASSIC,
EXE–COM-
FORT,
EXE–
CLASSIC,
EXE–CLASSICCOMFORT,
EXE–COMFORTSAMCOMFORT,
EXE–COMFORTSPORT,
SAMCLASSICEXE–
COMFORTM/TA/TM/TA/TM/TA/TSAM
Kerb weight (kg)Without optional parts1,1701,1751,1801,2101,1851,215
1,235*11,1851,2151,2351,215g(g)With full optional parts1,2401,2501,2501,2801,2601,2901,2601,2901,3101,290
Maximum gross vehicle weight (kg)1,675
1,705*21,685
1,715*21,685
1,715*21,715
1,745*21,695
1,725*21,725
1,755*21,695
1,725*21,725
1,755*21,745
1,775*21,725
1,755*2
Maximum axle weightFront945, 940*2g(kg)Rear875, 935*2
Maximum towableWith brake1,0001,2001,1001,2001,1001,2001,400weight (kg)Without brake500
Maximum trailer-nose weight (kg)75
Maximum roof load (kg)80
Seating capacity5 persons
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacture’s recommendation.
*1: Vehicles for Israel
*2: In case of trailer towing

SPECIFICATIONS
10–7
Weights
Sedan
Diesel-powered vehicle
ItemMedium performanceHigh performance
CLASSIC EXE–CLASSICCOMFORT EXE–COMFORT SAMEXE–COMFORTCLASSIC, EXE–CLASSICCOMFORT, EXE–COMFORT, SAMEXE–COMFORT
Kerb weight (kg)Without optional parts1,2601,2651,285Kerb weight (kg)With full optional parts1,3301,3401,340
Maximum gross vehicle weight (kg)1,765
1,795*21,775
1,805*21,775
1,805*2
Maximum axle weight (kg)Front945, 940*Maximum axle weight (kg)Rear875, 935*
Maximum towable weight (kg)With brake1,300Maximum towable weight (kg)Without brake500
Maximum trailer-nose weight (kg)75
Maximum roof load (kg)80
Seating capacity5 persons
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacture’s recommendation.
*2: In case of trailer towing