bulb MITSUBISHI COLT 2011 Owner's Manual (in English)

Indication lampsE00501600012Turn-signal indication lamps/
Hazard warning indication
lamps E00501700286
These indication lamps blink in the fol-
lowing situations.
l When the turn-signal lever is
moved to activate a turn-signal
lamp.
Refer to “Turn-signal lever” on page
3-23.
l When the hazard warning flasher
switch is pressed to activate the
hazard warning lamps.
Refer to “Hazard warning flasher
switch” on page 3-23.
l When the hazard warning lamps
automatically activate due to sud-
den braking while driving.
Refer to “Emergency stop signal sys-
tem” on page 4-26.
NOTE l If these indication lamps blink too
fast due to any operation other
than sudden braking, the cause
may be a blown lamp bulb or a faul-
ty turn-signal connection.High-beam indication lamp E00501800072
This indication lamp illuminates when
the high-beam is used.Front fog lamp indication
lamp* E00501900158
This indication lamp illuminates while
the front fog lamps are on.Rear fog lamp indication lamp E00502000084
This indication lamp illuminates while
the rear fog lamp is on.Low coolant temperature indi-
cation lamp E00502200028
When the engine coolant temperature is
low, this indication lamp illuminates and
then goes out when the temperature rises
to roughly 40 °C or more.
NOTE l When the indication lamp goes
out, this should be used as a rough
indication of when the heating
starts working.
l If the indication lamp stays illumi-
nated, there may be a fault in the
temperature sensor or other com-
ponent. We recommend you to
have your vehicle inspected.Warning lamps E00502400017Brake warning lamp E00502502445
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and goes off after a few seconds.
Always make sure that the lamp goes off
before driving.
With the ignition switch in the “ON” po-
sition, the brake warning lamp illumi-
nates under the following conditions:
l When the parking brake lever has
been engaged.
With the ignition switch in the “ON” po-
sition, the brake warning lamp illumi-
nates and a buzzer sounds under the fol-
lowing conditions:
l When the brake fluid level in the
reservoir falls to a low level.
l The vehicle speed exceeds 8 km/h
(5 mph) with the parking brake ap-
plied.
l When the brake force distribution
function is not operating correctly.CAUTIONl In the situations listed below,
brake performance may be com-
promised or the vehicle may be-
come unstable if brakes are ap-
plied suddenly; consequently,
avoid driving at high speeds or
applying the brakes suddenly.
Instruments and controls
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Switch position 0-Driver only/Driver + 1 front
passengerSwitch position 2-5 passengers (including driver)Switch position 3-5 passengers (including driv-
er) + Full luggage loadingSwitch position 3-Driver + Full luggage loading
Vehicles with turbocharger
Vehicle condi- tionSwitch
position“0”“1”“2”“2”
: 1 person: Full luggage loading

Switch position 0-Driver only/Driver + 1 front
passengerSwitch position 1-5 passengers (including driver)Switch position 2-5 passengers (including driv-
er) + Full luggage loadingSwitch position 2-Driver + Full luggage loadingTurn-signal lever E00506501000
The turn-signal lamps flash when the lever is oper-
ated (with the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion). At the same time, the turn signal indication
lamp flashes.
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 re-
turn after cornering. 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 indication lamp in the meter will
flash three times.
NOTE l 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.
Hazard warning flasher switch E00506600727
Use the hazard warning flasher switch when the ve-
hicle has to be parked on the road for any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be operat-
ed, regardless of the position of the ignition key.

Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flash-
ers; push the switch again to turn them off.
When this switch is operated, all turn-signal lamps
flash continuously, as do the turn-signal indication
lamps in the instrument cluster.CAUTIONl If the lamps are kept flashing for a long
time, the battery will be discharged, re-
sulting in hard engine starting or no start
condition.
Instruments and controls
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Service precautions....................................................................... 8-02
Catalytic converter ........................................................................ 8-02
Bonnet ........................................................................................... 8-03
Engine oil ...................................................................................... 8-05
Engine coolant .............................................................................. 8-07
Washer fluid ................................................................................. 8-09
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid* .............................................................. 8-09
Battery .......................................................................................... 8-10
Tyres ............................................................................................. 8-11
Clutch pedal free play* ................................................................. 8-15
Brake pedal free play .................................................................... 8-16
Parking brake lever stroke ............................................................ 8-16
Wiper blades ................................................................................. 8-16
General maintenance .................................................................... 8-18
For cold and snowy weather ......................................................... 8-18
Fusible links .................................................................................. 8-19
Fuses ............................................................................................. 8-19
Replacement of lamp bulbs .......................................................... 8-23Maintenance8

General maintenanceE01002700113
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas leakage
Look under the body of your vehicle to check for
fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas leaks.WARNINGl If you see a suspicious fuel leak or if you
smell fuel, do not operate the vehicle; we
recommend you to call for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp operation
Operate the combination lamp switch to check that
all lamps are functioning properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable cause
is a blown fuse or defective lamp bulb. Check the
fuses first. If there is no blown fuses, check the
lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection and re-
placement of the fuses and the lamp bulbs, refer to
“ Fuses” on page 8-19 and “Replacement of lamp
bulbs” on page 8-23.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, we recommend
you to have your vehicle checked and repaired.
Meter, gauge and indicator/warning
lamps operation
Run the engine to check the operation of all meters,
gauges, and indicator/warning lamps.
If there is anything wrong, we recommend you to
have your vehicle inspected.
Hinges and latches lubrication
Check all latches and hinges, and lubricate if neces-
sary by first cleaning and then applying multipur-
pose grease.For cold and snowy weather E01002800172
Ventilation slots
The ventilation slots in front of the windscreen
should be brushed clear after a heavy snowfall so
that the operation of the heating and ventilation sys-
tems will not be impaired.
Weatherstripping
To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the
doors, bonnet, etc., they should be treated with sili-
cone grease or spray.
Additional equipment
It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short-han-
dled spade in the vehicle during the winter so that
you can clear away snow if you get stranded. A
small hand-brush for sweeping snow off the vehi-
cle and a plastic scraper for the windscreen and
rear window are also useful.
Maintenance
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To replace the cover (LHD vehicles)E01006900096
1. Align the cover hooks (A) with the holes in
the vehicle panel, then press the cover into
place.
2. Turn the clips (B) clockwise to retain the cov-
er.
To replace the cover (RHD vehicles) E01006900100
Align the tabs (A) on the cover with the holes, then
press the cover into place.Replacement of lamp bulbs E01003100433
Before replacing a bulb, ensure the lamp is off. Do
not touch the glass part of the new bulb with your
bare fingers; the skin oil left on the glass will evap-
orate when the bulb gets hot and the vapour will
condense on the reflector and dim the surface.CAUTIONl Bulbs are extremely hot immediately af-
ter being turned off.
When replacing a bulb, wait for it to cool
sufficiently before touching it. You could
otherwise be burnt.
NOTE
l If you are unsure of how to carry out the
work as required, we recommend you to con-
sult a specialist.
l Be careful not to scratch the vehicle body
when removing a lamp or lens.
l When it rains or when the vehicle has been
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes be-
comes foggy. This is the same phenomenon
as when window glass mists up on a humid
day, and does not indicate a functional prob-
lem. When the lamp is switched on, the heat
will remove the fog. However, if water gath-
ers inside the lamp, we recommend you to
have the lamp checked.
Bulb capacity E01003200043
When replacing a bulb, use a new bulb with the
same wattage and colour.
Maintenance
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OutsideE01003302048Front
1- Headlamps, high/lowbeam: 60/55 W (H4)
2- Front turn-signal lamps: 21 W (P21W)
3- Position lamps: 5 W (W5W)
4- Front fog lamps*: 55W (H11)
5- Side turn-signal lamps: 5 W (WY5W) Codes in parentheses indicate bulb types.
Rear (3-door models)Rear (5-door models)
6- High-mounted stop lamp: 5 W (W5W)
7- Stop and tail lamps (3-door models): 21/5 W
(P21/5W)
Stop lamps (5-door models): 16 W (W16W)
8- Rear turn-signal lamps (3-door models):
21 W (P21W)
Rear turn-signal lamps (5-door models):
21 W (PY21W)
9- Rear fog lamp (3-door models, driver’s
side): 21 W (P21W)
Reversing lamp (3-door models, passenger’s
side): 21 W (P21W)
Rear fog lamp (5-door models, driver’s
side): 21 W (P21W)
Reversing lamp (5-door models, passenger’s
side): 21 W (P21W)
10- Licence plate lamps: 5 W (W5W)
11- Tail lamps (5-door models): 5 W (R5W)

Codes in parentheses indicate bulb types.
Inside E010034013323-door models5-door models
1- Room lamps & map lamps: 5 W
2- Luggage compartment lamp: 10 W
Maintenance
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HeadlampsE01003501261
1. Turn the cover (A) anticlockwise to remove it.Front
2. Disconnect the connector (B).
3.Unhook the spring (C) which secures the
bulb, and then remove the headlamp bulb.
CAUTIONl Handle halogen lamp bulb with care. The
gas inside halogen lamp bulb is highly
pressurized, so dropping, knocking, or
scratching a halogen lamp bulb can cause
it to shatter.
l Never hold the halogen lamp bulb with a
bare hand, dirty glove, etc.
The oil from your hand could cause the
bulb to break the next time the head-
lamps are operated.
If the glass surface is dirty, it must be
cleaned with alcohol, paint thinner, etc.,
and refit it after drying it thoroughly.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.
NOTE l When installing the bulb, align the upper part
as illustrated then press the bulb into place.
UpperPosition lamps E01003700732
1.Disconnect the headlamp connector. (Refer
to “Headlamps” on page 8-25.)
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2.Remove the socket and bulb assembly (A) to-
gether by pulling out, and then remove the
bulb by pulling out.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.
Front turn-signal lamps E01003800687
1.Turn the bulb socket anticlockwise to re-
move it. And remove the bulb from the sock-
et by turning it anticlockwise while pressing
in.
Front2. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.Side turn-signal lamps E01003900369
1.Remove the lamp housing by levering it to-
wards the front of the vehicle.
Front
2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly togeth-
er by turning it anticlockwise, and then re-
move the bulb by pulling out.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.Front fog lamps* E01004001276
1. Remove the bezel (A).
2.Remove the lamp mounting screws (B) and
pull the entire lamp bracket out.
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3.Push the connector (C) to disconnect and re-
move the fog lamp.
4. Remove the entire socket and bulb assembly
(D) by turning it anticlockwise.
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.
NOTE
l When mounting the lamp unit, align the
holes in the lamp unit with the pins (E) on
the vehicle body.CAUTIONl Handle halogen lamp bulbs with care.
The gas inside halogen lamp bulbs is high-
ly pressurized, so dropping, knocking, or
scratching a halogen lamp bulb can cause
it to shatter.
l Never hold the halogen lamp bulb with a
bare hand, dirty glove, etc.
The oil from your hand could cause the
bulb to break the next time the fog lamps
are operated.
If the glass surface is dirty, it must be
cleaned with alcohol, paint thinner, etc.,
and refit it after drying thoroughly.Rear combination lamps E01004201382
3-door models
1.Remove the screws (A) (2 locations), and
then remove the lamp unit.
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2.Pull out the connector (B) while pressing the
tab (C).
3. Undo the clips (D) (4 locations) one by one
(pull each clip in the direction of the arrow),
and then remove the bulb holder.
4. Remove the bulb by turning it anticlockwise
while pressing in.
E- Rear turn-signal lamp
F- Stop lamp
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal
steps in reverse.
NOTE l When mounting the lamp unit, align the pins
(G) on the lamp unit with the holes in the body.
5-door models
1.Remove the screws (A) (2 locations), and
then remove the lamp unit.
2. Push the tab (B) inward with a straight blade
(or minus) screwdriver, and undo the lock in
the direction of the arrow (C), thereby free-
ing the rear combination lamp unit from the
connector.
Maintenance
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