engine coolant MITSUBISHI COLT 2011 Owner's Manual (in English)

Indication and warning lampsE005015017311-Turn-signal indication lamps/Hazard warning indication lamps ® p. 3-17
2. Front fog lamp indication lamp* ® p. 3-17
3- High-beam indication lamp ® p. 3-17
4- Rear fog lamp indication lamp ® p. 3-17
5- High coolant temperature warning lamp ® p. 3-19
6- Low coolant temperature indication lamp ® p. 3-17
7- Immobilizer indication lamp ® p. 1-02
8- Electric power steering warning lamp ® p. 4-29
9- Check engine warning lamp ® p. 3-18
10- Oil pressure warning lamp ® p. 3-19
11- Charge warning lamp ® p. 3-1912- Traction control system (TCL)/Active stability control system (ASC) indi-
cation lamp* ® p. 4-31
13- SRS warning lamp ® p. 2-33
14- Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF indication lamp ® p. 4-16
15- Brake warning lamp ® p. 3-17
16- Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp ® p. 2-25
17- Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) indication lamp* ® p. 4-13
18- Seat belt warning lamp ® p. 2-11
19- Anti-lock brake (ABS) warning lamp ® p. 4-28
20- Door ajar warning lamp ® p. 3-19
21- Cruise control indication lamp* ® p. 4-32
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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.
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Charge warning lampE00502700036
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and the lamp goes off after the engine
has started.
In the event of a fault in the charging sys-
tem, the warning lamp comes on and a
buzzer sounds.CAUTIONl If the warning lamp illuminates
and a buzzer sounds while the
engine is running, there is a
problem in the charging sys-
tem. In this case, immediately
park your vehicle in a safe
place and we recommend you
to have it checked.Oil pressure warning lamp E00502800053
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and the lamp goes off after the engine
has started. If it illuminates and a buzzer
sounds while the engine is running, the
oil pressure is too low.
If the warning lamp illuminates while
the engine is running, turn the engine off
and have it inspected.CAUTIONl If this lamp illuminates when
the engine oil level is not low,
have it inspected.
l This warning lamp does not in-
dicate the amount of oil in the
crankcase. This must be deter-
mined by checking the oil level
on the dipstick, while the en-
gine is switched off.
l If you continue driving with
low engine oil level or with this
warning lamp illuminated, en-
gine seizure may occur.
NOTE
l The oil pressure warning lamp
should not be treated as an indica-
tion of the engine’s oil level. The
oil level must be checked using
the dipstick.
High coolant temperature
warning lamp E00503000023
This lamp illuminates and a buzzer
sounds if the coolant temperature be-
comes excessively high.CAUTIONl If the lamp illuminates during
vehicle operation, it indicates
that the engine is possibly over-
heating. Continued driving
could make the engine fail. Im-
mediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and take appropriate
action. (Refer to “Engine over-
heating” on page 6-04.)
NOTE
l The high coolant temperature
warning lamp may illuminates
when the vehicle has been driven
at high speeds or on hilly roads.
This flashing does not necessarily
indicate a problem. It should stop
if you keep the engine running for
a while or continue driving the ve-
hicle.
Door ajar warning lamp E00503300723
This lamp illuminates when a door or
the tailgate is either open or incomplete-
ly closed.
A buzzer sounds if the vehicle speed ex-
ceeds 5 km/h (3 mph) with a door or the
tailgate ajar.
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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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lIf the Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system oper-
ates while the air conditioner is operating,
both the engine and the air conditioning com-
pressor will stop. Therefore, only the blower
will operate.
l If air is flowing from the demister and the en-
gine is stopped automatically, it is recommen-
ded to set the mode selection dial to the De-
mister/Face or Foot/Demister position.
Refer to “Changing the mode selection” on
pages 5-02, 5-02.
l If the air conditioner is operating, set the tem-
perature control dial to 22°C or higher to
lengthen the time that the engine is stopped
automatically.
l If the air conditioner is operating when the
ambient temperature is high, such as during
the summer, change the air selection from out-
side air to recirculated air to lengthen the
time that the engine is stopped automatically.Automatically restarting the engine E00627600066
Depress the clutch pedal while the gearshift lever is
in the “N” (Neutral) position. The “
” indication
lamp in the meter turns off and the engine restarts
automatically.
NOTE
l If the engine does not restart automatically or
if the engine stalls, the oil pressure warning
lamp, charge warning lamp, and check en-
gine warning lamp will illuminate.
If this occurs, the engine will not restart even
if the clutch pedal is depressed again. 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 engine” on
page 4-12.
CAUTIONl In the following cases, the engine will re-
start automatically even if the engine was
stopped by the Auto Stop & Go (AS&G)CAUTIONsystem. Pay attention, otherwise an unex-
pected accident might occur when the en-
gine restarts. •Vehicle speed is 3 km/h (2 mph) or
higher when coasting down a slope
• Brake booster vacuum pressure is low
because the brake pedal is depressed
repeatedly or depressed harder than
usual
• Steering wheel is turned
• Engine coolant temperature is low
• When the air conditioner is ON, the
passenger compartment temperature
rises and the air conditioning compres-
sor operates to lower the temperature
(for vehicles with automatic air condi-
tioning)
• Mode selection dial is set to the demis-
ter position (for vehicles with automat-
ic air conditioning)
Refer to “For quick demisting” on
page 5-10.
• Electric power consumption is high,
such as when the rear window demis-
ter or other electrical components are
operating or the blower speed is set to
a high setting.
NOTE
l If the “Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF”
switch is pressed to deactivate the Auto Stop
& Go (AS&G) system while the engine is
stopped automatically, the engine will not re-
start automatically even if the clutch pedal is
depressed.
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When the blower speed selection dial is set to the
“0” position, all fan-driven airflow will stop.Temperature control dial E00700900300
The temperature control dial is used to adjust the
air temperature.
Turn it clockwise to increase the temperature and
anticlockwise to reduce the temperature.
NOTE
l While the engine coolant temperature is low,
the temperature of the air from the heater
will be cool/cold until the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the
dial.Mode selection dial E00701100325
To change the amount of air flowing from the ven-
tilators, turn the mode selection dial. (Refer to
“Changing the mode selection” on page 5-02.)
Air selection switch E00701300662
To change the air selection, simply press the air se-
lection switch.
l Outside air {Indication lamp (A) is OFF}
Outside air is introduced into the passenger
compartment.
l Recirculated air {Indication lamp (A) is ON}
Air is recirculated inside the passenger com-
partment.CAUTIONl Normally, use the outside position to keep
the windscreen and side windows clear
and quickly remove fog or frost from the
windscreen.
If the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated use the recirculation position.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
l Use of the recirculation position for exten-
ded time may cause the windows to fog up.
NOTE
l Even if the recirculation position is being
used before the engine is stopped, outside air
will automatically be selected following the
next engine startup.
For pleasant driving
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Never place anything on top of the sensor,
since doing so will prevent it from function-
ing properly.Blower speed selection dial E00702800329
Select the blower speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial clockwise or anticlockwise.
The blower speed will gradually increase as the di-
al is turned to the right.
When the blower speed selection dial is set to the
“0” position, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
Temperature control dial E00703000490
The temperature control dial is used to adjust the
cabin temperature. Turn it clockwise to increase
the temperature and anticlockwise to reduce the tem-
perature.
NOTE
l While the engine coolant temperature is low,
the temperature of the air from the heater
will be cool/cold until the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the
dial.
Mode selection dial E00703200447
To change the amount of air flowing from the ven-
tilators, turn the mode selection dial. (Refer to
“Changing the mode selection” on page 5-02.)Air selection switch E00703400641
To change the air selection, simply press the air se-
lection switch.
l Outside air {Indication lamp (A) is OFF}
Outside air is introduced into the passenger
compartment.
For pleasant driving
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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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4.After the engine coolant temperature has drop-
ped to the normal temperature, stop the engine.
5. Check the coolant level in the reserve tank. Except for vehicles with turbocharger
The coolant level in this tank should be kept
between the “LOW” and “FULL” marks.
FULLLOW
Vehicles with turbocharger
The reserve tank lid is equipped with a dip-
stick.

Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean
cloth. Reinsert the dipstick as far as it goes.
Remove the dipstick and read the coolant lev-
el, which should always be within the range
“F” (FULL) or “L” (LOW).FULLLOW
WARNINGl If there is none, make sure that the en-
gine has cooled down before removing
the radiator cap (B), because hot steam
or boiling water otherwise will gush from
the filler port and may scald you.
6. Add coolant to the radiator and/or reserve
tank if necessary (refer to the “Maintenance”
section).
CAUTIONl Do not add coolant while the engine is
hot. Suddenly adding cold coolant could
damage the engine. Wait for the engine to
cool down, then add coolant a little at a
time.
7. Examine the radiator hoses for coolant leak-
age and the drive belt for looseness or damage.
If there is anything wrong with the cooling
system or drive belt, we recommend you to
have it checked and repaired.
For emergencies
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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