change time MITSUBISHI COLT 2008 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Fuel Capacity
47 litres
Fuel requirements Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane rating (DIN51607)
95 RON or higher
Diesel-powered vehicles
Cetane number (EN 590)
51 or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.\
Engine oil “MB 229.1” or higher
Refer to the “Maintenance”section of this manual.
Tyre inflation pressure Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure\
.
For diesel-powered vehicles, the engine oil should be changed every 7,500 km in countries where diesel fuel with a sulphur content
meeting the requirements of EN 590 is not available.
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Foreword
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Thank you for selecting a COLT as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full
enjoyment of the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the
proper way to operate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost
in driving pleasure.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to
make changes relating to design and specifications and/or to
make additions to or improvements in this product without any
obligation to install them on previously manufactured prod-
ucts.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe
all laws and regulations concerning vehicles.
This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such
laws and regulations, but some of the contents may become
contradictory with later amendment of the laws and regula-
tions.
Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained in this owner’s manual.
Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorised Service Point.
Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the owner’s discretion.
Throughout this owner’s manual, the words
WARNING and CAUTION appear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to fol-
low instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE: gives helpful information.
*: indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classifica-
tion; refer to the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive

1-6 Locking and unlocking
1
To unlock
Press the UNLOCK switch (2) to unlock all the doors and the
tailgate.
If they are unlocked while the room lamp is not illuminated,
the room lamp will be turned on for approximately 15 seconds
and the turn-signal lamps will blink twice.
NOTE● If the UNLOCK switch (2) is pressed and any of the doors
or tailgate is not opened within approximately 30 seconds:
relocking will automatically occur.
● It is possible to modify the functions as follows:
For further information, contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• The time from pressing of the UNLOCK switch (2) to
the moment of automatic locking can be changed.
• The confirmation function (f lashing of the turn-signal
lamps) can be set to operate only when the doors and
tailgate are locked or only when the doors and tailgate
are unlocked.
• The confirmation function (which indicates locking or unlocking of the doors and ta ilgate with the flash of the
turn-signal lamps) can be deactivated.
• The number of times the turn-signal lamps are flashed by the confirmation function can be changed.
Operation of the Dead Lock System
For vehicles with a Dead Lock System, the Dead Lock System
can be set using the remote controller.
(Refer to “Dead Lock System’’ on page 1-10.)
NOTE● For vehicles with a Dead Lo ck System, the keyless entry
system will not work while the key is in the ignition
switch.
● Pressing the LOCK switch (1) has no effect (no locking
takes place) if a door or the tailgate is open.
● The remote control switch will operate within about 4m
from the vehicle. However, the operating range of the
remote control switch may chan ge if the vehicle is located
near a TV transmitting tower, power station, or radio
broadcasting station.
● If the turn-signal lamps flash 9 times when you press the
remote control switch, the battery may have run down.
Have the battery replaced by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
● If your remote control switch is lost or damaged, please
contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point for a replacement remote control switch.
● If you wish to add a remote control switch, please contact
your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
A maximum of eight remote control switches are availa-
ble for your vehicle.

Locking and unlocking1-11
1
Setting the systemE00305200030
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Get out of the vehicle. Close all of the doors and the tail-gate.
3. Press the LOCK switch (A) of the keyless entry system to lock all of the doors and the tailgate. The hazard warning
lamps will flash once.
4. Press the LOCK switch (A) again within two seconds. The hazard warning lamps will flash three times to show
that the Dead Lock System has been set.
NOTE● Pressing the LOCK switch (A ) once while the Dead Lock
System is set causes the hazard warning lamps to flash
three times, so it is possible to confirm that the Dead Lock
System is set.
● It is possible to alter the system’s functionality as follows:
• It is possible to disable the operation confirmation func-
tion (flashing of the hazard warning lamps).
• It is possible to change th e number of times the opera-
tion confirmation function causes the hazard warning
lamps to flash for confirma tion of system operation.
For details, please cont act a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.

Instruments and controls3-5
3
Tripmeter
The tripmeter indicates the dist ance travelled during a particu-
lar trip or period.
There are two tripmeter displays: TRIP and .
TRIP can be used to measur e the distance travelled since
the current trip began. At the same time, TRIP can be used
to measure the distance from an intermediate location.
Every time the reset button (C) is pressed lightly (less than 1
second), tripmeter indications (TRIP and ) are changed. To reset the tripmeter
To return the display to “0”, press the reset button (C) for more
than 1 second. Only the currently displayed value will be reset.
If TRIP is displayed, for example, only TRIP will be
reset.
NOTE
●
Display TRIP and each have a maximum distance
of 9999.9 km or mile.
● Even when the engine has been stopped, the odometer/trip
odometer indication is given for about 30 seconds if any
of the following steps is taken.
• The ignition key is turned to the “OFF” position.
• Any door is opened.
• The odometer/trip odometer reset button is pressed.
● When disconnecting the batter y terminal for a long time,
the memory of tripmeter display TRIP and are
cleared, and the display returns to “0”.
TRIP
TRIP

Instruments and controls3-19
3
Manual mode
The manual mode is also available in case the “Automatic
mode” shows the incorrect time when the adjacent local RDS
stations are located in a different time zone. Refer to “Radio
data system (RDS)” on page 5-32, 5-32.
Set the time by pressing the various buttons as described
below.
Outside temperatureE00503900048
This value shows the outside temperature of the vehicle.
If the outside air temperature drops below approx. 3 °C, the
alarm sounds and the outside ai r temperature figure flashes for
about 10 seconds.
H- To adjust the hour
M- To adjust the minutes
SET- To reset the minutes to zero 10:30-11:29…Changes to 11:00
11:30-12:29…Changes to 12:00
CAUTION!
●There is a danger the road might be icy, even when
the outside air temperature figure is not flashed, so
please take care when driving.

Instruments and controls3-21
3
Change of driving information
(For vehicles with MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine
audio)
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Every time the “DISP” button is pressed lightly (less than 5
seconds), the display can be changed.
Momentary fuel consumption → Average fuel consumption →
Driving range → Average speed
Momentary fuel consumptionE00509200030
This value shows the momentary fuel consumption (in
L/100km, km/L or mpg). Calculation and indication of the
value begin when the vehicle speed rises above 6 km/h (4
mph).

3-28 Instruments and controls
3
Display unit selectionE00509700064
It is possible to change the units in which distance, fuel con-
sumption, and time are displayed.
NOTE●Except for vehicles with MITSUBISHI MOTORS genu-
ine audio, only the unit of momentary fuel consumption
can be changed to km or miles.
1. Press and hold down button (A), then press the “M” but- ton (B) within 1 second. A bu zzer will sound, and the sys-
tem will allow units to be changed. 2. Use the “H” button (C) or “M” button (B) to select the
desired speed unit, then press the “SET” button (D) to
enter the setting.
H - km
M - mile

Instruments and controls3-33
3
Lamp monitor buzzerE00506100067
If the driver’s door is opened when the ignition key is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the ignition
switch while the lamps are on, a buzzer will sound to remind
the driver to turn off the lamps. Turn off the lamp switch to
stop the buzzer.
Dipper (High/Low beam change)E00506200127
When the lamp switch is in the “ ” position, thebeam changes from high to low (or low to high)
each time the lever is pul led to (1). While the
high beam is on, the high beam indicator lamp
in the instrument cluster will also illuminate.

3-36 Instruments and controls
3Turn-signal lever
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The turn-signal lamps flash when the lever is operated (with
the ignition switch in the “ON” position). At the same time, the
turn signal indicator lamp flashes.
NOTE●
If the lamp flashes unusually quickly, the bulb in a turn-
signal lamp may have burned out. We recommend you to
have the vehicle inspected.
● It is possible to change the number of times the turn-signal
lamps flash for a lane-change. For details, we recommend
you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
1- Turn-signals
When making a normal turn, use position (1). The lever will
return automatically when cornering is completed.
There are times when the lever will not return after corner-
ing. This occurs when the steering wheel is turned only
slightly.
In such cases, return the lever by hand.
2- Lane-change signals When changing lane, gently move the lever once to position
(2). The turn-signal lamps and the indicator lamp in the
meter will flash three times.

3-44 Instruments and controls
3
Rear window wiper and washerE00507300532
The rear window wiper and washer switch can be operated
with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Turn the knob, and the rear window wiper and washer will
operate.
NOTE● It is possible to change the behaviour of functions as
detailed below. For details, we recommend you to consult
a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• It is possible to disable the function that causes the wip-
ers to operate every time washer fluid is sprayed.
• It is possible to change the operating interval for inter-
mittent operation of the rear wiper.
- The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then
operates intermittently at intervals of about every 8 sec-
onds.
- Off
- The washer fluid will be sprayed onto 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.