air conditioning MITSUBISHI COLT 2008 Owner's Manual (in English)

Overview
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) - air bag*
(for front passenger’s seat)
P. 2 - 4 7
Accessory socket
P. 5-60
Ventilators P. 5-2
Hazard warning flasher switch
P. 3 - 3 7
Cup holder (for rear seats)
P. 5-69
Parking brake lever
P. 4-6 Gearshift lever* P. 4-22
Allshift lever* P. 4-25
Steering wheel height
adjustment P. 4-9
Heated seats switch*
P. 2-7Front passenger’s air bag
ON-OFF switch* P. 2-53
Audio*
P. 5-24, 5-24
Heater* P. 5-7
Automatic air conditioning*
P. 5 - 1 3
Multi centre display P. 3-14
LHD
Rear window demister
switch P. 3-45
Cup holder (for front
seats) P. 5-69
Front passenger’s
air bag off indicator
lamp* P. 2-56

Overview
Fuses P. 8-30
RHD
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) - air bag*
(for front passenger’s seat)
P. 2-47
Accessory socket P. 5-60Ventilators P. 5-2
Hazard warning flasher switch
P. 3 - 3 7
Cup holder (for rear seats)
P. 5 - 6 9 Parking brake lever
P. 4-6
Gearshift lever* P. 4-22
Allshift lever* P. 4-25
Steering wheel height
adjustment P. 4-9
Heated seats switch*
P. 2-7
Rear window demister
switch P. 3-45 Audio*
P. 5-24, 5-24
Heater* P.5-7
Automatic air conditioning*
P. 5-13 Multi centre display
P. 3 - 1 4
Front passenger’s air bag
ON-OFF switch* P. 2-53 Front passenger’s air
bag off indicator
lamp* P. 2-56
Cup holder (for front
seats) P. 5-69

4-2 Starting and driving
4Economical driving
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For economical driving, there ar
e some technical requirements
that have to be met. The prerequisite for low fuel consumption
is a properly adjusted engine. In order to achieve longer life of
the vehicle and the most economical operation, we recommend
that you to have the vehicle checked at regular intervals in
accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas and noise are
greatly influenced by personal driving habits as well as the par-
ticular operating conditions. The following points should be
observed in order to minimize w ear of brakes, tyres and engine
as well as to reduce environmental pollution.
Starting
Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden starts; such operation will
result in higher fuel consumption.
Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and engine speed. Always
use the highest gear possible.
City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping increases the average fuel con-
sumption. Use roads with smooth traffic flow whenever possi-
ble. When driving on congested roads, avoid use of a low gear
at high engine speeds.
Idling
The vehicle consumes fuel even when idling. Avoid extended
idling whenever possible.
Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the more fuel is consumed. Avoid
driving at full speed. Even a slight release of the accelerator
pedal will save a significant amount of fuel.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressure s at regular intervals. Low tyre
inflation pressure increases ro ad resistance and fuel consump-
tion. In addition, low tyre pres sures adversely affect tyre wear
and driving stability.
Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the luggage compart-
ment. Especially during city dr iving, where frequent starting
and stopping is necessary, the increased weight of the vehicle
will greatly affect fuel consum ption. Avoid driving with unnec-
essary luggage, etc., on the ro of; the increased air resistance
will increase fuel consumption.
Cold engine starting
Starting a cold engine consumes more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also caused by keeping a hot
engine running. After the engine has started, commence driv-
ing as soon as possible.
Air conditioning*
The use of the air conditioning will increase fuel consumption.

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For pleasant driving
Ventilators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 2
Heater* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 7
Automatic air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 13
Important operation tips for the air conditioning . .5- 22
Air purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 23
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 24
Steering wheel remote control switch* . . . . . . . . .5- 52
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 54
Handling compact discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 56
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 59
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 59
Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 60
Accessory socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 60
Interior lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 61
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 64
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 69
Rear shelf panel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 70
Coat hooks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 72
Luggage hooks (5-door models)* . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 72
Luggage net (5-door models)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 73

5-2 For pleasant driving
5Ventilators
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NOTE●
Do not place beverages on top of the instrument panel. If
they splash into the air conditioning ventilators, they
could damage the system.
Air flow and direction adjustmentsE00700200127
Push the section (A) of the ventilator to open it up.
Close the ventilators by pushing section (B).
1- Centre ventilators
2- Side ventilators
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Change the direction of the airflow by turning the ventilator
itself.
NOTE●On an air conditioned vehicles , the cool air from the venti-
lators may appear as a mist.
This is due to moist air being suddenly cooled by the air
conditioning. This will clear after a few moments.
Changing the mode selectionE00700300913
To change the position and amount of air flowing from the ven-
tilators, turn the mode selection dial. (Refer to “Mode selection
dial” on page 5-8, 5-15)
These symbols are used in the following illustrations to dem-
onstrate the quantity of air coming from the ventilators.
: Small amount of air from the ventilators
: Medium amount of air from the ventilators
: Large amount of air from the ventilators

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Introduction of outside airE00702200118
To introduce air into the vehicl e during hot weather, set the air
selection switch (A) to the outside position and set the temper-
ature control dial to the positions shown in the illustration. Be
sure to set the temperature contro l dial all the way to the left.
Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE● Turn the mode selection dial clockwise or anticlockwise
and air will flow to the leg area and the windscreen.
Automatic air conditioning*
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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is run-
ning.
Control panelE00702500081
A- Temperature control dial
B- Blower speed selection dial
C- Mode selection dial
D- Air conditioning switch
E- Air selection switch

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Air conditioning switchE00703500798
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will start
working. The air conditioning indicator lamp (A) will come on.
Push the switch agai n and the air conditioning compressor will
stop working and the indicator lamp goes off.
Operating the air conditioning systemE00704100078
Heating
Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position and set the air
selection switch (A) to the outside position.
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or anticlockwise to
the desired temperature. Sel ect the desired blower speed.
NOTE●For maximum heat, set the bl ower speed at the 3rd posi-
tion.
CAUTION!
● When using the air conditi oning, the idling speed
may increase slightly as the air conditioning com-
pressor is switched on/off automatically. While the
vehicle with an automated manual transmission is
stationary, fully depress th e brake pedal to prevent
the vehicle from creeping.

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Maximum heating (diesel-powered vehicles)E00724700012
Use it when the engine coolant temperature is low and you
wish to increase the heating performance.1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
2. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the highest position.
4. Set the blower speed selec tion dial to the 3rd position.
NOTE●As the engine speed increases, the electric heater in the
heater system will operate to further increase heating per-
formance.
CoolingE00722000011
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
3. Push the air conditioning switch (B).
4. Change your desired temperature by turning the control dial clockwise or anticlockwise.
5. Select the desired blower speed.

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Demisting the windscreen and door windowsE00722200039
To remove frost or mist from the windscreen and door win-
dows, use the mode selection dial. (Foot / Demister position or
Demister position)For ordinary demisting
Use this setting to keep the wi
ndscreen and door windows clear
of mist, and to keep leg area heating (when driving in rain or
snow).
1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position.
2. Set the mode selection dial to the position shown in the illustration.
3. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.
4. Select your desired temperat ure by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.
5. Push the air conditioning switch (B).
CAUTION!
● For reasons of safety, make sure that you have a
clear view through all the windows.