battery MITSUBISHI L200 2010 4.G Owner's Guide

Battery
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The
condition of the battery is very important for
quick starting of the engine and proper functioning
of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspec-
tion and care are especially important in cold weath-
er.
NOTE
l On vehicles equipped with 2 batteries, when
the batteries are replaced, the 2 batteries
should be replaced at the same time.
If only a battery is replaced, it will cause short-
ening the batteries life.
Checking battery electrolyte level The electrolyte level must be between the specified
limit

on the outside of the battery. Replenish with
distilled water as necessary.
The inside of the battery is divided into several com-
partments; remove the cap from each compartment
and fill to the upper mark. Do not top up beyond
the upper mark because spillage during driving
could cause damage. Check the electrolyte level at least once every 4
weeks, depending on the operating conditions.
If

the battery is not used, it will discharge by itself
with time.
Check it once every 4 weeks and charge with low
current as necessary.
During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is reduced at low tem-
peratures. This is an inevitable result of its chemi-
cal and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one
that is not fully charged, will only deliver a fraction
of the starter current which is normally available.
We recommend you to have the battery checked be-
fore the start of cold weather and, if necessary,
have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a bat-
tery which is kept fully charged also has a longer life.
Disconnection and connection
To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine,
first disconnect the negative (-) terminal and then
the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first connect the posi-
tive (+) terminal and then the negative (-) terminal.
NOTE
l Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-
necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.Type 1
Type 2 WARNING
l Keep
sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery
could explode. Maintenance
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WARNING
l The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact
with your eyes, skin, clothing, or the pain-
ted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt electro-
lyte should be flushed immediately with
ample amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from contact
with electrolyte requires immediate medi-
cal attention.
l Ventilate when charging or using the bat-
tery in an enclosed space. CAUTION
l
Never
disconnect the battery with the ig-
nition switch in the “ON” position; doing
so could damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
l Never short-circuit the battery; doing so
could cause it to overheat and be damaged.
l Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
l If the battery is to be quick-charged, first
disconnect the battery cables.
l In order to prevent a short circuit, be
sure to disconnect the negative (-) termi-
nal first.
l Keep it out of reach of children. CAUTION
l
Do
not bring the nearby parts, the plastic
parts and so on into contact with sulphu-
ric acid (battery electrolyte) which may
crack, stain or discolour them.
If they are in contact, wipe off with soft
cloth, chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then imme-
diately rinse the affected parts with plen-
ty of water.
NOTE l Keep

the terminals clean. After the battery is
connected, apply terminal protection grease.
To clean the terminals, use lukewarm water.
l Check to see if the battery is securely instal-
led and cannot be moved during travel. Also
check each terminal for tightness.
l When the vehicle is to be left unused for a
long period of time, remove the battery and
store it in a place where the battery fluid will
not freeze. The battery should be stored only
in a fully charged condition. Tyres
E01001300239 WARNING
l Driving
with tyres that are worn, dam-
aged or improperly inflated can lead to a
loss of control or blow out of the tyres
which can result in a collision with seri-
ous or fatal injury. Maintenance
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Electrical system
E01100802391Voltage
12 VBattery Type (JIS)
95D31L
80D26L* Capacity (5HR)
64 Ah
55 Ah* Alternator capacity Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan, Uk-
raine, Morocco and Turkey
90 A
120 A* Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakh-
stan, Ukraine, Morocco and Turkey
95 A
130 A*
* : Optional equipment Specifications
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4
4-wheel drive operation 4-39
AAccessory (Installation) 04
Accessory socket 5-72
Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC)
4-47
Additional equipment 8-19
Air conditioning Automatic air conditioning 5-08
Important operation tips for the air condition-
ing 5-12
Manual air conditioning 5-03
Air purifier 5-12
Airbag 2-27
Antenna 5-50
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 4-44 Warning lamp 4-45
Armrest (Double cab) 2-07
Ashtray 5-70
Audio Audio system anti-theft feature 5-48
Error codes 5-42
Handling of compact discs 5-48
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD
player 5-13
Steering wheel remote control switch 5-40
Automatic air conditioning 5-08
Automatic transmission 4A/T 4-17 Fluid 8-07,9-22
Overdrive control switch 4-18
Selector lever operation 4-17,4-21
Selector lever position 4-18
Selector lever position indicator 4-17
Automatic transmission Sports Mode 5A/T 4-21 Fluid 8-07,9-22 Selector lever operation 4-21
Selector lever position indicator

4-22
Selector lever positions 4-22
Sports mode 4-23
Sports mode indicator 4-23
B Battery 8-10
Discharged battery (Emergency starting)
6-02
Specification 9-17
Bleeding the fuel system 6-05
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface 5-51
Bonnet 8-03
Bottle holder 5-79
Brake Anti-lock brake 4-44
Brake assist system 4-44
Braking 4-43
Fluid 8-08,9-22
Parking brake 4-07
Parking brake lever stroke 8-16
Pedal free play 8-16
Warning lamp 3-08
C Cargo loads 4-54
Catalytic converter

8-02
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehi-
cles 4-41
Central door locks 1-07
Centre console downlight 5-75 Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-34
Centre information display 3-10
Changing a fuse 8-22
Changing gears 4-15
Check engine warning lamp 3-08 Child restraint 2-13
Child-protection rear doors

1-08
Cigarette lighter 5-71
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle 7-03
Genuine leather 7-02
Interior of your vehicle 7-02
Plastic, vinyl leather, etc 7-02
Sunroof 7-05
Waxing 7-04
Clock 3-19,5-73
Clutch Fluid 8-09,9-22
Pedal free play 8-15
Coat hook 5-80
Combination headlamps and dipper switch 3-30
Convenient hook 5-80
Coolant (engine) 8-06,9-22
Cruise control 4-50 Switch 4-50
Cup holder 5-78
Curtain airbag system 2-35
D Demister (rear window) 3-40
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

4-14
Differential oil 9-22
Digital clock 3-19,5-73
Dimensions 9-03
Dipper (High/Low beam change) 3-31
Door courtesy lamps 5-75 Replacement 8-33
Doors Central door locks 1-07
Child-protection 1-08
Lock and unlock 1-06
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-02 Alphabetical index
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