wipers MITSUBISHI COLT 2008 Owner's Manual (in English)

Overview
Exterior
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Electric window control
P. 1 - 1 8
Locking and unlocking
P. 1-7
Keyless entry system*
P. 1-5
Front fog lamps*
P. 3-37, 8-50 Side turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Front turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Bonnet P. 8-4
Fuel tank filler P. 3 Outside rear-view
mirrors P. 4-10
Windscreen wipers P. 3-39
Headlamps, high beam
P. 3-31, 8-46 Position lamps
P. 3-31, 8-48 Headlamps, low beam
P. 3-31, 8-44
3-door models

Overview
Electric window control
P. 1 - 1 8
Locking and unlocking
P. 1 - 7
Keyless entry system*
P. 1 - 5
Front fog lamps*
P. 3-37, 8-50 Side turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Front turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Bonnet P. 8-4
Fuel tank filler P. 3 Outside rear-view
mirrors P. 4-10
Windscreen wipers P.3-39
Headlamps, high beam
P. 3-31, 8-46 Position lamps
P. 3-31, 8-48 Headlamps, low beam
P. 3-31, 8-44
5-door models

Instruments and controls3-39
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Wiper and washer switch
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Windscreen wipersE00516900013
The windscreen wipers can be operated with the ignition
switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Move the switch to operate the windscreen wipers.
NOTE●
The speed-sensitive-operation function of the windscreen
wipers can be deactivated.
For further information, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Auth orized Service Point.
-Misting function
The wipers w
ill operate once.
NOTE●When, in a vehicle with rain sensor, the intermittent
interval is changed from 2 (lower sensitivity to rain)
to 1 (higher sensitivity to rain), the wipers operate
once. (Refer to “To adjust intermittent intervals” on
page 3-41.)
- Off
-Speed sensitive intermittent operation
Interval between wipers varies in accordance with vehicle
speed.
Rain sensor*
The wipers will automatically operate depending on the
degree of wetness on the windshield.
- Slow
- Fast

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Rain sensor*E00517000011
The rain sensor can be used while the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position. With the lever in the “ ” position, the rain
sensor (A) detects the extent of rain and automatically activates
the wipers accordingly. Snow, other fluids, and dust on the
windscreen are sensed in the same way as rain.
Depending on the extent of precipitation (including snow, other
fluids, and dust), the wipers will operate once or continuously
(at low or high speed).
To active the rain sensorE00517100012
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position.
2. Place the lever in the “ ” position.
3. The wipers will operate once to indicate that the rain sen-
sor is working. (To protect the rubber parts of the wipers,
this operation of the wipers does not take place when the
vehicle is stationary and th e ambient temperature is 5 °C
or lower.)
CAUTION!
● Before washing the windscreen or driving into an
automatic car wash, pla ce the lever in the “ ”
(OFF) position to deactivate the rain sensor. Other-
wise, the wipers will operate in the presence of water
spray on the windscreen and may get damaged as a
result.
● With the ignition switch in the “ON” position and
the lever in the “ ” positi on, the wipers may auto-
matically operate in the si tuations described below.
Be careful not to let your hands get trapped. Other-
wise you could suffer injuri es and the wipers could
malfunction.
• The windscreen is touched on top of the rain sen-
sor.
• The windscreen is wiped with a cloth on top of the rain sensor.
• A physical shock is applied to the windscreen.
• A physical shock is applied to the rain sensor.

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NOTE●Do not cover the sensor by affixing a sticker or label to the
windscreen. Also, do not put any water-repellent coating
on the windscreen. The rain sensor would not be able to
detect the extent of rain, and the wipers might stop work-
ing normally.
● If the rainfall varies but the wipers keep working at a con-
stant interval, the rain sensor may be faulty. In such a situ-
ation, set the wiper switch manually. We recommend you
to have your vehicle checked.
If the rain sensor malfunctions, automatic wiper operation
will stop and the wipers will switch to intermittent opera-
tion even if the lever is in the “ ” position.
● The wipers may automatically operate when mud or other
foreign matter gets stuck to the windscreen on top of the
rain sensor or when the windsc reen is iced up. If the wiper
operation does not remove the stuck-on material from the
windscreen, the wipers will stop. Remove the stuck-on
material from the windscreen by some other means before
using the rain sensor wipers again.
To adjust intermittent intervalsE00517200013

With the lever in the “ ” (speed-sensitive) position, the inter-
mittent intervals can be adjusted by turning the knob (A).

With the lever in the “ ” (rain sensor) position, it is possible
to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor by turning the knob
(A).

1- Fast
2- Slow
1- Higher sensitivity to rain
2- Lower sensitivity to rain

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NOTE●When, in a vehicle with rain sensor, the intermittent inter-
val is changed from 2 (lower sensitivity to rain) to 1
(higher sensitivity to rain), the wipers operate once. (This
function can be used as a misting function.)
● It is possible change functions as listed below. For details,
we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
• The vehicle-speed-sensitive function can be disabled.
• The wiper interval during vehicle-speed-sensitive opera-
tion can be changed.
Misting functionE00517300014
Move the lever in the direction of the arrow and release, and
the wipers will operate once.
Use this function when you are driving in mist or drizzle.
If the lever is held in the upward position ( ), the wipers con-
tinue operating until the lever is released.

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Windscreen washerE00507200342
The windscreen washer can be operated with the ignition
switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windscreen by pull-
ing the lever towards you. Th e wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.
NOTE● It is possible to disable the function that causes the wipers
to operate when washer fluid is sprayed. For details, we
recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
CAUTION!
● 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
demister before using the washer.

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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.

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Precautions to observe when using wipers and
washers
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●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 ignition, and
clean the deposits from the glass so that the wipers operate
smoothly.
● Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry. They may
scratch the glass surface or the blades may prematurely
wear out.
● Before using the wipers in co ld 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.
● Avoid using the washer continuously for more than 20
seconds. Do not operate the washer when the fluid reser-
voir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
● Periodically check the level of washer fluid in the reser-
voir and refill if required.
During cold weather, add a recommended washer solution
that will not freeze in the wash er reservoir. Failure to do
so could result in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components.
Rear window demister switch
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The rear window demister switch can be operated with the
ignition switch in the “ON” position.
Push the switch to turn on the rear window demister. It will be
turned off automatically in about 20 minutes. To turn off the
demister within about 20 minutes, push the switch again.
The indicator lamp (A) will illuminate while the demister is on.
NOTE● If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, these
operate in conjunction with the demister. Refer to “Heated
mirror” on page 4-13.

Vehicle care7-5
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●If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the
wiper switch lever in the “ ” (OFF) position to
deactivate the rain sensor before washing the vehi-
cle. Otherwise, the wipers will operate in the pres-
ence of water spray on the windscreen and may get
damaged as a result.
● Refrain from using a car wash as its brushes may
scratch the paint surface, ca using it to lose its gloss.
Scratches will be especially visible on darker col-
oured vehicles.
● Never spray or splash water on the electrical compo-
nents in the engine compartment, as this may
adversely affect engine starting.
Exercise caution also when washing the underbody;
be careful not to spray wa ter into the engine com-
partment.
● Some types of hot water washing equipment apply
high pressure and heat to the vehicle. They may
cause heat distortion and damage to the vehicle resin
parts and may result in floo ding of the vehicle inte-
rior. Therefore; ob serve the following.
• Maintain a good distance of approx. 50 cm or more
between the vehicle body and the washing nozzle.
• When washing around the door glass, hold the
nozzle at a distance of more than 50 cm and at
right angles to the glass surface.
CAUTION!
● After washing the vehicle, drive the vehicle slowly
while lightly depressing the brake pedal several
times in order to dry out the brakes.
Leaving the brakes wet could result in reduced
braking performance. There is also a possibility that
they could freeze up or b ecome inoperative due to
rust, rendering the vehicle unable to move.
● When using an automatic car wash, pay attention to
the following items, referi ng to the operation man-
ual or consulting a car wash operator. If the follow-
ing procedure is not followed, it could result in
damage to your vehicle.
• The outside mirrors are retracted.
• The antenna is removed.
• The rear wiper arm assembly is taped or removed.
• If your vehicle is equipped with a rear spoiler, con- sult a car wash operator be fore using the car wash.
• If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers, place the
wiper switch lever in th e “ ” (OFF) position to
deactivate the rain sensor.
CAUTION!