trailer MITSUBISHI CARISMA 2000 1.G Owners Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–2
Running-in
recommendations
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During the running-in period for the first
1,000 km, it is advisable to drive your new
vehicle using the following precautions as a
guideline to aid long life as well as future
economy and performance.
(1) Do not race the engine at high speeds.
(2) Avoid rapid starting, accelerating, brak-
ing and prolonged high-speed running.
(3) Keep to the running-in speed limit
shown below.
Please note that the legal speed limits
displayed must be adhered to.
(4) Do not exceed loading limits.
(5) Refrain from towing a trailer.
Ve h i c les with manual transmissionkm/h
Speed limit
DrivePetrol-powered vehicleDiesel-range
130016001800
(GDI)powered
vehicle
1st25353025
2nd50606045
3rd80909070
4th105120120100
5th130150155135
Vehicles with automatic trans-
mission INVECS-II 4A/T
km/h
Drive rangeSpeed limitDrive range1600
“L” (LOW)30
“2” (SECOND)70
“3” (THIRD)105
“D” (DRIVE)120
Ve h i c les with automatic trans-
mission INVECS-II
Sport Mode 4A/T
km/h
Drive rangeSpeed limit
1st30
2nd80
3rd120
4th130

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–7
(3)City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping in-
creases the average fuel consumption.
Use roads with smooth traffic flow
whenever possible. When driving on
congested roads, avoid use of a low
gear at high engine speeds.
(4) Idling
The vehicle consumes fuel even during
idling. Avoid extended idling whenever
possible.
(5)Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the more
fuel consumed. Avoid driving at full
speed. Even a slight release of the ac-
celerator pedal will save a significant
amount of fuel.
(6)Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at
regular intervals. Low tyre inflation pres-
sure increases road resistance and fuel
consumption. In addition, low tyre pres-
sures adversely affect tyre wear and
driving stability.(7)Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in
the luggage compartment. Especially
during city driving where frequent start-
ing and stopping is necessary, the in-
creased weight of the vehicle will greatly
affect fuel consumption. Also avoid driv-
ing with unnecessary luggage, etc., on
the roof; the increased air resistance will
increase fuel consumption.
(8)Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes
more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also
caused by keeping a hot engine run-
ning. After the engine is started, com-
mence driving as soon as possible.
(9)Air conditioning*
The use of the air conditioning will in-
crease the fuel consumption.Trailer towingEC21AMFg
In order to tow a trailer with your vehicle, a
trailer towing device that meets all relevant
regulations in your area has to be mounted.
The regulations concerning the towing of a
trailer may differ from country to country. You
are advised to obey the regulations in each
area.
CAUTION
Danger of accident!
A towing bar should be fitted by an
authorized MITSUBISHI dealer.

STARTING AND DRIVING
5–8
NOTE
Fitting of a towing bar requires specialized
skills and equipment. Contact an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer for details.
If you are going to tow a trailer, pay careful
attention to the following points.
Maximum towable weight with brake
and maximum trailer-nose weight
Never exceed the maximum towable weight
with brake and the maximum trailer-nose
weight as listed in the specifications. (Refer
to pages from 10–6 to 10–9)
If you tow a trailer at an altitude of more than
1000m above sea-level, reduce your weight
by 10% of the gross combination weight for
every increase of 1000m above sea-level,
as the engine output is lowered owing to de-
crease in atmospheric pressure.C21A015a
Towing bar mounting
specifications
See the following table for fixing points (A) for
the towing bar.
mm
12345
1,0908051908580
678910
30518515535
1112131415
288187.5439501940
161718
4709401,002
C21A014a
Operating hints
(1) Do not let the clutch slip (vehicles with a
manual transmission only) and do not
increase the engine speed more than
necessary when starting.
(2)Be sure that the driving speed does not
exceed the 100 km/h for trailer oper-
ation.
It is also recommended that you obey
the local regulations in case driving
speed with a trailer is limited to less than
100 km/h.
(3)To prevent shocks from the overrun
brake, depress the brake pedal lightly at
first and then more strongly.
(4) To make full use of engine braking,
change to a lower gear before descend-
ing a slope.
(5) The body, brakes, clutch, and chassis
will be under additional strain when tow-
ing a trailer.

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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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

SPECIFICATIONS
10–8
Weights
Hatchback
Petrol-powered vehicle
16001800 (GDI)
ItemCLASSIC,
EXE–CLASSICCOMFORT,
EXE–COMFORTSPORT,
SAM
COMFORT,
EXE–COMFORT,
SPORT, SAMELEGANCE
M/TA/TM/TA/TSAMM/TA/TM/TA/T
Kerb weight (kg)Without optional parts1,2001,2301,2051,2351,2051,2351,2551,2601,280Kerb weight (kg)With full optional parts1,2701,3001,2801,3101,2801,3101,3301,3151,335
Maximum gross vehicle weight (kg)1,705
1,735*1,735
1,765*1,715
1,745*1,745
1,775*1,715
1,745*1,745
1,775*1,765
1,795*1,750
1,780*1,770
1,800*
Maximum axle weight (kg)Front945, 940*Maximum axle weight (kg)Rear875, 935*
Maximum towable weightWith brake1,2001,1001,2001,1001,2001,400g(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.
*: In case of trailer towing

SPECIFICATIONS
10–9
Weights
Hatchback
Diesel-powered vehicle
Medium performanceHigh performanceItemCLASSIC,COMFORT,EXE–COMFORTEXE–COMFORT,ELEGANCESAM,EXE–CLASSICEXE–COMFORT,
SAM,SPORTELEGANCESAM
Kerb weight (kg)Without optional parts1,2801,2851,3051,3101,305Kerb weight (kg)With full optional parts1,3501,3601,3601,3651,360
Maximum gross vehicle weight (kg)1,785
1,815*21,795
1,825*1,795
1,825*1,800
1,830*1,795
1,825*
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.
*: In case of trailer towing

10–19
Rear window wiper and
washer switch (Hatchback) 4–16. . . . . . . . . . .
Removal of water from the fuel filter
(diesel-powered vehicles only) 8–21. . . . . . . .
Replacement of lamp bulbs 8–26. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rheostat
(meter illumination control) 4–21. . . . . . . . . . .
Roof antenna 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof carrier precaution 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof drip moulding 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Room lamps 4–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running-in recommendations 5–2. . . . . . . . . . .
Safe driving techniques 1–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat adjustment 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt inspection 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts 3–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snow tyres 9–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NO TAG
Speedometer 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS servicing 3–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 5–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering wheel height adjustment 5–30. . . . . . . .
Sun visors 6–44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunglasses pocket 6–48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunroof* 2–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - air
bag 3–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ta chometer 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools and jack 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 8–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction control (TCL)* 5–34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer towing 5–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission 10–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre chains 9–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre inflation pressure 9–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyre rotation 9–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tyres and wheels 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
CD player* 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UKW/MW/LW electronic tuning radio with
tape player* 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used engine oils safety instructions 1–11. . . . . .
Vanity mirror 6–45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle information code plate 10–3. . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation slots 9–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilators 6–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 9–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water temperature gauge 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weatherstripping 9–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Sedan) 10–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights 10–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights (Hatchback) 10–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights 10–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to do if the engine speed becomes
unstable after the battery is replaced: 8–22. .
Wheel condition 9–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel covers* 8–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wiper and washer switch 4–15. . . .
Wiper blades 9–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .