bonnet MITSUBISHI COLT 2009 10.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Instruments and controlsE00100104085
Except for Clear Tec (LHD)123456789101213111. Steering wheel audio remote control switch* p. 5-28
2. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 3-20 Turn-signal lever p. 3-23
Headlamp levelling switch p. 3-22
3. Instruments p. 3-02
4. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 3-25 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 3-29
5. Cruise control switch* p. 4-32
6. Ignition switch p. 4-10
7. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 2-22
Horn switch p. 3-30
8. Steering wheel height adjustment p. 4-07
9. Bonnet release lever p. 8-03
10. Fuses p. 8-19
11. Rear fog lamp switch p. 3-24
12. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* p. 4-09
13. Front fog lamp switch* p. 3-24
Overview

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 1. Steering wheel audio remote control switch* p. 5-28
2. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 3-20 Turn-signal lever p. 3-23
Headlamp levelling switch p. 3-22
3. Instruments p. 3-02
4. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 3-25 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 3-29
5. Cruise control switch* p. 4-32
6. Ignition switch p. 4-10
7. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 2-22
Horn switch p. 3-30
8. Steering wheel height adjustment p. 4-07
9. Bonnet release lever p. 8-03
10. Fuses p. 8-19
11. Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF switch* p. 4-15
12. Rear fog lamp switch p. 3-24
13. Front fog lamp switch* p. 3-24
14. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* p. 4-09
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Except for Clear Tec (RHD)1235467891011121. Instruments p. 3-02
2. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 3-25 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 3-29
3. Cruise control switch* p. 4-32
4. Front fog lamp switch* p. 3-24
5. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* p. 4-09
6. Rear fog lamp switch p. 3-24
7. Ignition switch p. 4-10
8. Bonnet release lever p. 8-03
9. Steering wheel height adjustment p. 4-07
10. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 2-22
Horn switch p. 3-30
11. Steering wheel audio remote control switch* p. 5-28
12. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 3-20 Turn-signal lever p. 3-23
Headlamp levelling switch p. 3-22
Overview

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Clear Tec (RHD)123456789101112131. Instruments p. 3-02
2. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 3-25 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 3-29
3. Cruise control switch* p. 4-32
4. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* p. 4-09
5. Front fog lamp switch* p. 3-24
6. Rear fog lamp switch p. 3-24
7. Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF switch* p. 4-15
8. Bonnet release lever p. 8-03
9. Ignition switch p. 4-10
10. Steering wheel height adjustment p. 4-07
11. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 2-22
Horn switch p. 3-30
12. Steering wheel audio remote control switch* p. 5-28
13. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 3-20 Turn-signal lever p. 3-23
Headlamp levelling switch p. 3-22
Overview

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ExteriorE00100503633
3-door models12345678910111. Electric window control p. 1-11
2. Outside rear-view mirrors p. 4-08
3. Fuel tank filler p. 02
4. Locking and unlocking p. 1-05 Keyless entry system p. 1-03
5. Side turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
6. Front turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
7. Headlamps, low/high-beam p. 3-20, 3-21, 8-23, 8-25
8. Front fog lamps* p. 3-24, 8-23, 8-26
9. Position lamps p. 3-20, 8-23, 8-25
10. Bonnet p. 8-03
11. Windscreen wipers p. 3-25
Overview

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 5-door models12345678910111. Electric window control p. 1-11
2. Outside rear-view mirrors p. 4-08
3. Fuel tank filler p. 02
4. Locking and unlocking p. 1-05 Keyless entry system p. 1-03
5. Side turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
6. Front turn-signal lamps p. 3-23, 8-24, 8-26
7. Headlamps, low/high-beam p. 3-20, 3-21, 8-23, 8-25
8. Front fog lamps* p. 3-24, 8-23, 8-26
9. Position lamps p. 3-20, 8-23, 8-25
10. Bonnet p. 8-03
11. Windscreen wipers p. 3-25
Overview

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTEl Under normal conditions, the “
”
indication
lamp will also illuminate for a few seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position.
l The brake booster becomes inoperative and
the pedal effort will increase when the en-
gine is stopped automatically.
If the vehicle is moving, press down the
brake pedal harder than usual.CAUTIONl Observe the following precautions when
the engine is stopped automatically. Oth-
erwise, an unexpected accident might oc-
cur when the engine restarts automatical-
ly. •Do not depress the accelerator pedal
to race the engine while the vehicle is
stopped (regardless of whether the en-
gine is running or stopped).
Otherwise, an unexpected accident
might occur when the engine restarts
automatically.CAUTION• Do not leave the driver’s seat or open
the bonnet.
If the driver’s seat belt is unfastened
or if the bonnet is opened, the “
” in-
dication lamp will blink to inform the
driver. If this occurs, the engine will
not restart automatically even if the
clutch pedal is depressed, the seat belt
is refastened, and the bonnet is closed.
While depressing the brake pedal,
fully depress the clutch pedal and
turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position to start the engine.
For details, refer to “Starting the en-
gine” on page 4-12.
• Do not move the gearshift lever to a po-
sition other than the “N” (Neutral) po-
sition.
If the gearshift lever is moved to a po-
sition other than the “N” (Neutral) po-
sition, the “
” indication lamp blinks
and the buzzer sounds.
If the gearshift lever is returned to the
“N” (Neutral) position, the lamp stops
blinking and the buzzer stops sound-
ing. The engine will not restart if the
gearshift lever is in a position other
than the “N” (Neutral) position.
NOTE
l In the following cases, the Auto Stop & Go
(AS&G) system will not operate and the en-
gine will not stop automatically even if the ve-
hicle is stopped. • Driver’s seat belt is not fastened
• Bonnet is open
• After the engine restarts automatically,
the vehicle speed has not exceeded ap-
proximately 5 km/h (3 mph)
• Brake booster vacuum pressure is low be- cause the brake pedal is depressed repeat-
edly or depressed harder than usual
• After the ignition switch is turned from
the “LOCK” position to the “START” po-
sition, approximately 3 minutes or more
have not elapsed
• After the ignition switch is turned from
the “ON” position to the “START” posi-
tion, approximately 30 seconds or more
have not elapsed.
• After the engine restarts automatically,
the vehicle stops again within 10 seconds
• Engine coolant temperature is low
• Ambient temperature is lower than ap-
proximately 3°C
• Air conditioner is operating and passen-
ger compartment has not sufficiently
cooled (for vehicles with automatic air
conditioning)
• Mode selection dial is set to the demister
position (for vehicles with automatic air
conditioning)
Refer to “For quick demisting” on page
5-10.
• Electric power consumption is high, such
as when the rear window demister or oth-
er electrical components are operating or
the blower speed is set to a high setting
• Battery voltage or battery performance is
low
• Check engine warning lamp is illumina-
ted or the “
” indication lamp is blinking
[For vehicles with automatic air conditioning]
Starting and driving
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTIONlDo not attempt to start the engine by pull-
ing or pushing the vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.
l Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
l Keep the battery out of the reach of chil-
dren.
NOTE
l If the vehicle is put in motion without fully
charging the battery, it might cause the loss
of smooth engine operation and the anti-lock
brake warning lamp to illuminate. Refer to
“ Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” on page
4-27.
l For Clear Tec models, press the “Auto Stop
& Go (AS&G) OFF” switch to deactivate the
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system and pre-
vent the engine from automatically stopping
before the battery is sufficiently charged. Re-
fer to “To deactivate” on page 4-16.
Engine overheating E00800601839
If the high coolant temperature warning lamp flash-
es during the engine is running, the engine may be
overheating. If this occurs, take the following cor-
rective measures: 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from the en-
gine compartment.

[ If steam does not come from the engine com-
partment]
With the engine still running, raise the bon-
net to ventilate the engine compartment.
NOTE l For Clear Tec models, press the “Auto Stop
& Go (AS&G) OFF” switch to deactivate the
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system before stop-
ping the vehicle. Refer to “To deactivate” on
page 4-16.
[If steam is coming from the engine compart-
ment]
Stop the engine, and when the steam stops,
raise the bonnet to ventilate the engine com-
partment. Restart the engine.WARNINGl Do not open the bonnet while steam is com-
ing from the engine compartment. It
could cause steam or hot water to spurt
out, causing burns. Hot water could spurt
out even when there is no steam coming
out, and some parts will be very hot. Be
very careful when opening the bonnet.WARNINGl Be careful of hot steam, which could blow
off the reserve tank cap.
l Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is hot.
3. Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If the
fan is not turning, stop the engine immediate-
ly and have it checked.
Front
A- Cooling fan B- Radiator cap
C- Reserve tank
WARNINGl Be careful not to get your hands or
clothes caught in the cooling fans.
For emergencies
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NOTEl If genuine leather is wet with water or is wash-
ed in water, wipe off water as quickly as pos-
sible with a dry, soft cloth. If left damp, mil-
dew may grow.
l The genuine leather surface may be damaged
if a nylon brush or synthetic fibre is rubbed
hard against it.
l Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene,
alcohol and petrol, acid or alkaline solvents
may discolour the genuine leather surface.
Be sure to use neutral detergents.
l Remove dirty patches or oil substances quick-
ly as they can stain genuine leather.
l The genuine leather surface may harden and
shrink if it is exposed to direct sun for long
hours. When your vehicle is parked, place it
in the shade as much as possible.
l When the temperature of the vehicle interior
rises in summer, vinyl products left on the
genuine leather seat may deteriorate and
stick to the seat.Cleaning the exterior of your
vehicle E00900700010
If the following is left on your vehicle, it may
cause corrosion, discolouration and stains, wash
the vehicle as soon as possible.
l Seawater, anti-freeze for road use.
l Soot and dust, iron powder from factories,
chemical substance (acids, alkalis, coal-tar,
etc.).
l Droppings from birds, carcasses of insects,
tree sap, etc.Washing E00900902351
Chemicals contained in the dirt and dust picked up
from the road surface can damage the paint coat
and body of your vehicle if left in prolonged contact.
Frequent washing and waxing is the best way to pro-
tect your vehicle from this damage. This will also
be effective in protecting it from environmental el-
ements such as rain, snow, salt air, etc.
Do not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Park the
vehicle in the shade and spray it with water to re-
move dust. Next, using an ample amount of clean
water and a car washing brush or sponge, wash the
vehicle from top to bottom.
Use a mild car washing soap if necessary. Rinse
thoroughly and wipe dry with a soft cloth. After
washing the vehicle, carefully clean the joints and
flanges of the doors, bonnet, etc., where dirt is like-
ly to remain.
CAUTIONl When washing the under side of your ve-
hicle or wheel, be careful not to injure
your hands.
l If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers,
place the wiper switch lever in the “
”
(OFF) position to deactivate the rain sen-
sor before washing the vehicle. Other-
wise, the wipers will operate in the pres-
ence of water spray on the windscreen
and may get damaged as a result.
l Refrain from using a car wash as its brush-
es may scratch the paint surface, causing
it to lose its gloss.
Scratches will be especially visible on
darker coloured vehicles.
l Never spray or splash water on the electri-
cal components in the engine compart-
ment, as this may adversely affect engine
starting.
Exercise caution also when washing the
underbody; be careful not to spray water
into the engine compartment.
l Some types of hot water washing equip-
ment apply high pressure and heat to the
vehicle. They may cause heat distortion
and damage to the vehicle resin parts and
may result in flooding of the vehicle inte-
rior. Therefore; observe the following. •Maintain a 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.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine CAUTIONlAfter washing the vehicle, drive the vehi-
cle slowly while lightly depressing the
brake pedal several times in order to dry
out the brakes.
Leaving the brakes wet could result in re-
duced braking performance. Also, there
is a possibility that they could freeze up
or become inoperative due to rust, render-
ing the vehicle unable to move.
l When using an automatic car wash, pay
attention to the following items, referring
to the operation manual or consulting a
car wash operator. If the following proce-
dure is not followed, it could result in dam-
age 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, consult a car wash operator be-
fore using the car wash.
• If your vehicle has rain sensor wipers,
place the wiper switch lever in the
“
” (OFF) position to deactivate the
rain sensor.
During cold weather
Salt and other chemicals spread on the roads in
some areas in winter can have a harmful effect on
the vehicle body. You should therefore wash the ve-
hicle as often as possible in accordance with our
care-instructions. It is recommended to have a pres-
ervative applied and the underfloor protection
checked before and after the cold weather season.
After washing your vehicle, wipe off all water-
drops from the rubber parts around the doors to pre-
vent the doors from freezing.
NOTE l To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping
on the doors, bonnet, etc., they should be trea-
ted with silicone spray.Waxing E00901000717
Waxing the vehicle will help prevent the adherence
of dust and road chemicals to the paintwork. Apply
a wax solution after washing the vehicle, or at least
once every three months to assist displacing of water.
Do not wax your vehicle in direct sunlight. You
should wax after the surfaces have cooled.
CAUTIONl Waxes containing high abrasive com-
pounds should not be used. Such waxes re-
move rust and stains effectively from the
paintwork but they are harmful to the lus-
tre on the painted surface and the plated
surface.
Further, they are harmful to glossy surfa-
ces such as grille, garnish, mouldings, etc.
l Do not use petrol or paint thinners to re-
move road tar or other contamination to
the vehicle surface.
l Do not apply wax on the areas having
black mat coating as it can cause uneven
discolouration, patches, blurs, etc. If
stained with wax, immediately wipe off
with a piece of soft cloth and warm water.Polishing E00901100011
The vehicle should only be polished if the paint-
work has become stained or lost its lustre. Matt-fin-
ish parts and plastic bumpers must not be polished,
polishing these parts will stain them or damage
their finish.Damaged paint E00901200168
Small cracks and scratches in the paint coat should
be touched up as soon as possible with
MITSUBISHI touch-up paint to prevent corrosion.
Check body areas facing the road or the tyres care-
fully for damage to the paint coat caused by flying
stones, etc. The paint code number for your vehicle
can be found on the vehicle information code plate
on the door sill.
Cleaning plastic parts E00901300550
Use a sponge or chamois leather.
If a car wax adheres on a grey or black rough sur-
face of the bumper, moulding or lamps, the surface
becomes white. In such a case, wipe it off using
lukewarm water and soft cloth or chamois leather.
CAUTIONl Do not use a scrubbing brush or other
hard tools as they may damage the plastic
part surface.
l Do not use wax containing compound (pol-
ishing powder) which may damage the
plastic part surface.
Vehicle care
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