lock MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 2011 4.G Owners Manual

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Adjustment of headlight aim
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The alignment of the headlights should be checked by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.Parking and side-marker lights (vehicles with
high intensity discharge headlights)
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1. When replacing the bulb on the left side, remove the cap
(A) of the headlight by turning it counterclockwise.
CAUTION
!
Handle halogen light bulb with care. The gas inside
a halogen light bulb is highly pressurized, so drop-
ping, knocking, or scratching a halogen light bulb
can cause it to shatter.
Never hold the halogen light bulb with a bare hand,
dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause
the bulb to break the next time the headlights are
used.
If the glass surface is dirty, clean it with alcohol and
let it dry completely before installing the bulb.
* - Front of the vehicle
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2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly (B) together by
turning it counterclockwise.3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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Front turn signal lights (vehicles with high inten-
sity discharge headlights)
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1. When replacing the bulb on the left side, remove the cap
(A) of the headlight by turning it counterclockwise.2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly (B) together by
turning it counterclockwise.* - Front of the vehicle
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3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
Front turn signal, parking and side-marker lights
(except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights)
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1. Remove the entire socket and bulb assembly (A) by turn-
ing it clockwise (the left side) or counterclockwise (the
right side).*- Front of the vehicle
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2. Depress the tab (B) on the harness connector and pull the
harness connector to remove it.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
Front fog lights
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1. Remove the three clips (A) by turning them counterclock-
wise or prying them, and remove the two screws (B) by
turning them counterclockwise, then remove the cover
(C).
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2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly (D) by turning
them counterclockwise.3. Disconnect the harness connector by pulling the tab (E) in
the direction of the arrow as shown. Then pull the harness
connector (F) to remove the bulb.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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4. Insert the tip of the screwdriver at the edge of the light
unit, pry gently to remove the light unit.
Then move the light unit toward the rear of the vehicle
and remove the clip (F).NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.5. Remove the socket and bulb assemblies by turning them
counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
G- Back-up light
H- Rear turn signal light
I- Rear side-marker light
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5. Insert the tip of the screwdriver at the edge of the light
unit, pry gently to remove the light unit.
Then move the light unit toward the rear of the vehicle
and remove the clip (F).NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.6. Remove the socket and bulb assemblies by turning them
counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
G- Back-up light
H- Rear turn signal light
I- Rear side-marker light
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2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly together by turning
it counterclockwise.3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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7 Vehicle care precautions
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In order to maintain the value of your vehicle, perform regular
maintenance using the proper materials and procedures. Be
sure to use only those materials and procedures that meet your
local environmental pollution control regulations. Choose the
materials you will use carefully, to be sure that they do not con-
tain corrosives. If you are not sure, contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for help in choosing these materials.
These can all be dangerous, and they all can damage your vehi-
cle.
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
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After washing the inside of your vehicle with any cleaner, wipe
it dry in a shady, well ventilated area. NOTE
Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric and flocked parts
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1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft cloth soaked in a 3%
solution of gentle soap and water.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this
cloth, wipe off the detergent thoroughly.NOTE
Do not use cleaners, conditioners, or protectants contain-
ing silicone or wax.
Such products may cause annoying reflections and
obscure vision.
CAUTION
!
Cleaning products can be dangerous. Some are poi-
sonous. Others are highly flammable. Some are dan-
gerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
When you use anything in a container to clean your
vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions. Always
open your vehicle doors or windows when you’re
cleaning the inside. Never use the following chemi-
cals to clean your vehicle:
• Gasoline
• Carbon Tetrachloride
• Benzine
• Naphtha
• Acetone
• Turpentine
• Paint Thinner
• Lacquer Thinner
• Nail Polish Remover
CAUTION
!
Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene,
alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or
cracking of the surface.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances men-
tioned above.
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