steering MITSUBISHI L200 2010 4.G Owner's Guide

Active Stability Control function
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The
Active Stability Control function is designed
to improve the vehicle’s stability by restraining its
tendency to slip sideways (for example, when round-
ing a curve in slippery conditions, or when the driv-
er takes rapid steering action to avoid an obstacle).
It works by controlling the engine output and brake
on each wheel.
NOTE
l On vehicles with the rear differential lock,
the Active Stability Control function does
not operate when the rear differential lock is
activated. “ASC OFF” switch
The
Active Stability Control function is automati-
cally activated when the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” position. You can deactivate the system
by pressing the “ASC OFF” switch when the vehi-
cle speed is below about 40 km/h (25 mph). To re-
activate the Active Stability Control function, press
the “ASC OFF” switch again. It is strongly recom-
mended that the Active Stability Control function
normally be kept activated.
Type 1
Type 2 NOTE
l If

the vehicle speed increases to about
120 km/h (74 mph) with the Active Stability
Control function deactivated, the Active Sta-
bility Control function automatically starts op-
erating. To subsequently stop the Active Sta-
bility Control function, stop the vehicle and
press the “ASC OFF” switch again. Active Traction Control function
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On

slippery surfaces, active traction control func-
tion prevents the drive wheels from excessive spin-
ning, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from
a stop. It also provides sufficient driving force and
steering performance as the vehicle turns at acceler-
ated speeds. CAUTION
l
When
driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy
road, be sure to install snow tyres and
drive the vehicle at moderate speeds.
ASTC indication lamp, ASTC OFF in-
dication lamp E00617100071
The Active Stability Control function and active
traction

control function share the same indication
lamp.
The indication lamps should illuminate when the ig-
nition switch is turned to the “ON” position and
should go off after a few seconds.
If the indication lamps stay on or do not illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” po-
sition, we recommend you to have your vehicle in-
spected as soon as possible. indication lamp blinks when the Active Stabili-
ty

Control function or active traction control func-
tion is operating. Starting and driving
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Ventilators
.................................................................................... 5-02
Heater/Manual air conditioning* ..................................................5-03
Automatic air conditioning* ......................................................... 5-08
Important operation tips for the air conditioning
..........................5-12
Air purifier*.................................................................................. 5-12
LW/MW/FM electronic tuning radio with CD player* ................5-13
To play tracks from USB device* ................................................5-27
To play tracks from a Bluetooth ®
device (vehicles with
Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface)..........................................................5-36
To use the external audio input function* ....................................5-39
Steering wheel remote control switch* ........................................5-40
Error codes.................................................................................... 5-42
Error codes (iPod)......................................................................... 5-44
Error codes (USB memory device) ..............................................5-46
Audio system anti-theft feature .................................................... 5-48
Handling of compact discs ........................................................... 5-48
Antenna......................................................................................... 5-50
Link System* ................................................................................ 5-51
Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface* ............................................................. 5-51
USB input terminal* ..................................................................... 5-67
Sun visors..................................................................................... 5-69
Vanity mirror* .............................................................................. 5-70
Ashtray..........................................................................................5-70
Cigarette lighter ............................................................................ 5-71
Accessory socket*........................................................................ 5-72
Digital clock* ............................................................................... 5-73
Interior lamps ................................................................................ 5-73
Storage spaces...............................................................................5-75
Cup holder*.................................................................................. 5-78
Bottle holder ................................................................................. 5-79 Convenient hook
........................................................................... 5-80
Coat hook*.................................................................................... 5-80
First-aid kit and warning triangle securing bands* ......................5-80 For pleasant driving
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CAUTION
l
Do not operate the connected audio equip-
ment while driving.
This could distract you and an accident
might occur.
NOTE l The

connected audio equipment cannot be op-
erated with the vehicle’s audio system.
l Depending on the connected audio equip-
ment, it may produce noise from the speakers.
l Use the connected audio equipment’s own
power source, such as its battery.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if
the connected audio equipment is used while
charging it using the accessory socket of the
vehicle.
l Do not activate the external audio input
mode when no audio equipment is connected.
Otherwise, noise may be produced from the
speakers.
l Connect audio equipment when the external
audio input mode is deactivated or lower the
vehicle’s speaker volume before connecting it.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if
audio equipment is connected after the exter-
nal audio input mode is activated.
l For information on how to connect and oper-
ate the audio equipment, refer to the owner’s
manual for the equipment. Steering wheel remote control
switch* E00710000955
The

remote control switches are located on the left
side of the steering wheel.
These switches can be used when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. 1- Volume up button
2-

Volume down button
3- PWR (ON-OFF)/Mode change button
4- Seek up/Fast-forward/Track up/File up button
5- Seek down/Fast-reverse/Track down/File down button
NOTE l Do not push two or more of the steering
wheel remote control switches at the same
time.
To turn on the power
PWR (ON-OFF) button - 3
When the power is off, press this button to turn the
power on. To turn the power off, press this button
for 2 seconds or longer. To adjust the volume
Volume up button - 1
The

volume will increase when this button is pressed.
Volume down button - 2
The volume will decrease when this button is press-
ed.
Mode selection
Press the mode change button (3) to select the de-
sired mode. The mode changes in the following or-
der.
FM1 → FM2 → FM3 → MW → LW → CD →
USB or iPod* → Bluetooth ®*
→ FM1
To listen to the radio
To select FM/MW/LW mode
Press the mode change button (3) to select the de-
sired mode. (AM/FM or LW/MW/FM)
Automatic radio tuning
Seek up button - 4/Seek down button - 5
After pressing these buttons, the reception of the se-
lected station will begin.
To listen to a CD
To fast-forward/fast-reverse the disc
To fast-forward or fast-reverse the disc, press the
fast-forward button (4) or the fast-reverse button (5).

Fast-forward button - 4
You can fast-forward the disc by pressing the fast-
forward button. While the button is kept pressed,
the disc will be fast-forwarded.
For pleasant driving
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WARNING
l Although the Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface al-
lows you to make hands-free calls, if you
choose to use the cellular phone while driv-
ing, you must not allow yourself to be dis-
tracted from the safe operation of your ve-
hicle. Anything, including cellular phone
usage, that distracts you from the safe op-
eration of your vehicle increases your
risk of an accident.
l Refer to and comply with all state and lo-
cal laws in your area regarding cellular
phone usage while driving.
NOTE l The

Bluetooth®
2.0 interface cannot be used
if the Bluetooth ®
device has a flat battery or
the device power is turned off.
l Hands-free calls will not be possible if your
phone does not have service available.
l If you place the Bluetooth ®
device in the car-
go area, you may not be able to use the Blue-
tooth ®
2.0 interface.
l Some Bluetooth ®
devices are not compatible
with the Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface.
l For details on the Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface,
you can see them by accessing the
MITSUBISHI MOTORS website.
Please read and agree on the “Warning about
Links to the Web Sites of Other Companies”
because it connects to other than
MITSUBISHI MOTORS website.
http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/prod-
ucts/index.html
Steering control switch ® p. 5-52 Voice recognition function
® p. 5-53
Useful voice commands ® p. 5-53
Speaker enrollment function

® p. 5-54
Connecting the Bluetooth® 2.0 interface and Blue-
tooth® device ® p. 5-55
Operating a music player connected via Blue-
tooth® ® p. 5-58
How to make or receive hands-free
calls ® p. 5-58
Phone book function ® p. 5-60
Steering control switch E00727200223 1- Volume up button
2-

Volume down button
3- SPEECH button
4- PICK-UP button
5- HANG-UP button
Volume up button
Press this button to increase the volume.
Volume down button
Press this button to decrease the volume. SPEECH button
l Press

this button to change to voice recogni-
tion mode.
While the system is in voice recognition
mode, “Listening” will appear on the audio
display.
l If you press the button briefly while in voice
recognition mode, it will interrupt prompting
and allow voice command input.
Pressing the button longer will deactivate the
voice recognition mode.
l Pressing this button briefly during a call will
enable voice recognition and allow voice com-
mand input.
PICK-UP button l Press this button when an incoming call is re-
ceived to answer the telephone.
l When another call is received during a call,
press this button to put the first caller on
hold and talk to the new caller.
• In such circumstances, you can press thebutton briefly to switch between callers.
You will switch to the first caller and the
other caller will be put on hold.
• To establish a three-way call in such sit- uations, press the SPEECH button to en-
ter voice recognition mode and then say
“Join calls”.
HANG-UP button l Press this button when an incoming call is re-
ceived to refuse the call.
l Press this button during a call to end the cur-
rent call.
When another call is on hold, you will
switch to that call. For pleasant driving
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l
If the name you selected has matching data
in the mobile phone book but no telephone
number is registered under the selected loca-
tion, the voice guide will say “{home/work/
mobile/other} not found for . Would
you like to try again?”
Answer “Yes,” and the system will return to
Step 3.
Answer “No,” and the call will be cancelled.
Start over again from Step 1.
6. The voice guide will say “Calling ” and then the system will dial the
telephone number.
NOTE l When the confirmation function is on, the sys-
tem will ask if the name and location of the
receiver are correct.
If the name is correct, answer “Yes.”
To change the name or location to call, an-
swer “No.” The system will return to Step 3.
Redialing
You can redial the last number called, based on the
history of dialed calls in the paired cellular phone.
Use the following procedure to redial. 1. Press the SPEECH button.
2. Say “Redial.”
SEND function E00761300035
During a call, press the SPEECH button to enter
voice

recognition mode, then say “
SEND” to generate DTMF tones. For example, if during a call you need to simulate
the

press of a phone button as a response to an auto-
mated system, press the SPEECH button and speak
“1 2 3 4 pound SEND” and the 1234# will be sent
on your cellular phone.
Receiving calls E00761600012
If an incoming phone call is received while the ig-
nition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the
audio

system will be automatically turned on and
switched to the incoming call, even when the audio
system was originally off.
The voice guide announcement for the incoming
call will be output from the front passenger’s seat
speaker.
If the CD player or radio was playing when the in-
coming call was received, the audio system will
mute the sound from the CD player or radio and out-
put only the incoming call.
To receive the call, press the PICK-UP button on
the steering wheel control switch.
When the call is over, the audio system will return
to its previous state.
MUTE function E00760300041
At any time during a call, you can mute the vehicle
microphone.
Pressing

the SPEECH button and then saying
“Mute” during a call will turn ON the MUTE func-
tion and mute the microphone.
Saying “Mute off” in the same way will turn off
the MUTE function and cancel the mute on the mi-
crophone. Switching between hands-free mode and private
mode
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The

Bluetooth ®
2.0 interface can switch between
Hands-free mode (Hands-free calls) and private
mode (calls using cellular phone).
If you press the SPEECH button and say “Transfer
call” during a Hands-free call, you can stop the
Hands-free mode and talk in private mode.
To return to Hands-free mode, press the SPEECH
button again and say “Transfer call”.
Phone book function E00763700017
The Bluetooth ®

2.0 interface has 2 types of unique
phone books that are different from the phone book
stored in the cellular phone. They are the vehicle
phone book and the mobile phone book.
These phone books are used to register telephone
numbers and to make calls to desired numbers via
the voice recognition function.
NOTE
l Disconnecting the battery cable will not de-
lete information registered in the phone book.
Vehicle phone book E00763800177
This phone book is used when making calls with
the voice recognition function.
Up

to 32 names can be registered in the vehicle
phone book per language.
Also, each entry has 4 locations associated with:
home, work, mobile and other. You can register
one telephone number for each location.
You can register a desired name as a name for any
phone book entry registered in the vehicle phone
book. For pleasant driving
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If the vehicle breaks down
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If
the vehicle breaks down on the road, move it to
the shoulder and use the hazard warning flashers and/
or the warning triangle etc.
Refer to “Hazard warning flasher switch” on page
3-34.
If the engine stops/fails
Vehicle operation and control are affected if the en-
gine stops.
Before moving the vehicle to a safe area, be aware
of the following:
l The brake booster becomes inoperative and
the pedal effort will increase. Press down the
brake pedal harder than usual.
l Since the power steering pump is no longer
operative, the steering wheel feels heavy
when turning it. Emergency starting
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If
the engine cannot be started because the battery
is weak or dead, the battery from another vehicle
can be used with jumper cables to start the engine. WARNING
l To
start the engine using jumper cables
connected from another vehicle, perform
the correct procedures according to the in-
struction manual. Incorrect procedures
could result in a fire or explosion or dam-
age to the vehicles.
1. Get
the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles
aren’t touching each other.
If they are, it could cause a ground connec-
tion you don’t want. The vehicle will not
start, and the bad grounding could damage
the electrical systems. CAUTION
l
Check
the other vehicle. It must have a 12-
volt battery.
If the other system isn’t 12-volt, shorting
can damage both vehicles.
2. You
could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle.
Put an automatic transmission in “P”
(PARK) or a manual transmission in “N”
(Neutral). Turn off the ignition switch. WARNING
l Turn
off the ignition on both vehicles be-
forehand.
Make sure that the cables or your clothes
cannot be caught by the fan or drive belt.
Personal injury could result.
NOTE l Turn

off all lamps, heater and other electrical
loads. This will avoid sparks and help save
both batteries.
3. Make sure battery electrolyte is at the proper level.
Refer to “Battery” on page 8-10. WARNING
l If
electrolyte fluid is not visible, or ap-
pears to be frozen, Do Not Attempt Jump
Starting!
A battery might rupture or explode if the
temperature is below the freezing point
or if it is not filled to the proper level.
4. Connect
one end of one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged bat-
tery (A), and the other end to the positive (+)
terminal of the booster battery (B).
For emergencies
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Six wheel nutsCAUTION
l
Never
use your foot or a pipe extension
for extra force in the wheel nut wrench.
If you do so, you will tighten the nut too
much.
13. Lower
and remove the jack, then store the jack, jack handle, wheel nut wrench, flat
tyre, and chocks. Have your damaged tyre re-
paired as soon as possible.
14. Check your tyre inflation pressure. The cor- rect pressures are shown on the door label.
See the illustration. CAUTION
l
The
tyre pressure should be periodically
checked and maintained at the specified
pressure while the tyre is stowed.
l After changing the tyre and driving the ve-
hicle about 1,000 km (620 miles), retight-
en the wheel nuts to make sure that they
have not come loose.
l If the steering wheel vibrates when driv-
ing after changing the tyre, we recom-
mend you to have the tyres checked for
balance.
l Do not mix one type of tyre with another
or use a different size from the one listed.
This would cause early wear and poor han-
dling. Towing
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
If

towing is necessary, we recommend you to have
it done by your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point or a commercial tow truck service.

In the following cases, transport the vehicle using a
tow truck.
l The engine runs but the vehicle does not
move or abnormal noise is produced.
l Inspection of the vehicle’s underside reveals
that oil or some other fluid is leaking.
If a wheel gets stuck in a ditch, do not try to tow
the vehicle. Please contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point or a commer-
cial tow truck service for assistance.

Only when you cannot receive a towing service
from a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point or commercial tow truck service, tow
your vehicle carefully in accordance with the in-
structions given in “Emergency towing” in this part. For emergencies
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Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type C)
Place
the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) posi-
tion (manual transmission) or the selector lever in
the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (automatic transmis-
sion). Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” position
and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead po-
sition with a rope or tie-down strap. Never place
the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position when
towing.
Emergency towing
If towing service is not available in an emergency,
your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable
or chain secured to the towing hook.
If your vehicle is to be towed by another vehicle,
pay careful attention to the following points.
If your vehicle is to be towed by anoth-
er vehicle
1. The front towing hooks (A) and rear towinghook (B) are located as shown in the illustra-
tion. Secure the tow rope to the towing hook.

Front (2WD vehicles with 15 inch wheels) Front (2WD vehicles with 16 inch wheels and
4WD vehicles)
Rear*
NOTE
l Using

any part other than the designated tow-
ing hooks could result in damage to the vehi-
cle body.
l Using a wire rope or metal chain can result
in damage to the vehicle body. It is best to
use a non-metallic rope. If you use a wire
rope or metal chain, wrap it with cloth at any
point where it touches the vehicle body. l
Take
care that the tow rope is kept as horizon-
tal as possible. An angled tow rope can dam-
age the vehicle body.
l Secure the tow rope to the same side towing
hook, to keep the tow rope as straight as pos-
sible.
2. Keep the engine running. If the engine is not running, turn the ignition
key to the “ACC” or “ON” position to un-
lock the steering wheel. CAUTION
l
When
the engine is not running, the
brake booster and power steering pump
do not operate. This means higher brake
depression force and higher steering ef-
fort are required. Therefore, vehicle oper-
ation is more difficult than usual.
l Do not leave the key in the “LOCK” posi-
tion. The steering wheel will lock, causing
loss of control.
3. Place
the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position (manual transmission) or the selec-
tor lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (au-
tomatic transmission).
4. On 4WD vehicles, the transfer shift lever to “2H” position.
5. Turn on the hazard warning lamps if required by law.
(Follow the local driving laws and regula-
tions.)
6. During towing make sure that close contact is maintained between the drivers of both ve-
hicles, and that the vehicles travel at low
speed. For emergencies
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Operation under adverse driving
conditions E00801702140
If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand,
mud or snow
If
the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or
mud, it can often be moved with a rocking motion.
Move the selector lever alternately between the
“L” (LOW) and “R” (REVERSE) position (with
manual transmission, between 1 st
and Reverse),
while applying slight pressure to the accelerator ped-
al.
Avoid racing the engine or spinning the wheels. Pro-
longed efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in
overheating and transmission failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle for a few minutes to let the transmis-
sion cool between rocking attempts.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking at-
tempts, seek other assistance. WARNING
l When attempting to rock your vehicle out
of

a stuck position, be sure that the area
around the vehicle is clear of people and
physical objects. The rocking motion may
cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for-
ward or backward, causing injury or dam-
age to nearby people or objects.
On 2WD vehicles, it is recommended to start the ve-
hicle
with parking brake partially, but not complete-
ly, applied by slightly pulling the parking brake lev-
er.
After the vehicle has become free, do not forget to
release the parking brake. NOTE
l Depress the accelerator pedal gradually when
starting the vehicle.
On a flooded road l Avoid

flooded roads. Water could enter the
brake discs, resulting in temporarily ineffec-
tive brakes. In such cases, lightly depress the
brake pedal to see if the brakes operate prop-
erly. If they do not, lightly depress the pedal
several times while driving in order to dry
the brake pads.
l When driving in rain or on a road with many
puddles a layer of water may form between
the tyres and the road surface.
This reduces a tyre’s frictional resistance on
the road, resulting in loss of steering stability
and braking capability.

To cope with this, observe the following items:
(a) Drive your vehicle at slow speed.
(b) Do not drive on worn tyres. Always maintain
the specified tyre inflation
pressures.
On a snow-covered or frozen road l When

driving on a snow-covered or frozen
road, it is recommended that you use snow
tyres or tyre chains.
Refer to the “Snow tyres” and “Tyre chains”
sections.
l Avoid high-speed operation, sudden acceler-
ation, abrupt brake application and sharp cor-
nering. l
Depressing
the brake pedal during travel on
snowy or icy roads may cause tyre slippage
and skidding. When traction between the
tyres and the road is reduced the wheels may
skid and the vehicle cannot readily be
brought to a stop by conventional braking
techniques. Braking will differ, depending
upon whether you have anti-lock brake sys-
tem (ABS). If you do have ABS, brake by
pressing the brake system pedal hard, and
keeping it pressed. If you do not have ABS,
pump the brake pedal with short rapid jabs,
each time fully applying and fully releasing
for greatest effect.
l Allow extra distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle in front of you, and avoid sud-
den braking.
l Accumulation of ice on the braking system
can cause the wheels to lock. Pull away from
a standstill slowly after confirming safety
around the vehicle. CAUTION
l
Do
not press the accelerator pedal rapid-
ly. If the wheels break free of the ice, the
vehicle could suddenly start moving and
possibly cause an accident.
On a bumpy or rutted road l Drive

as slow as possible when driving on
bumpy or rutted roads. For emergencies
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Service precautions
....................................................................... 8-02
Catalytic converter ........................................................................ 8-02
Bonnet...........................................................................................8-03
Engine oil ......................................................................................8-04
Engine coolant .............................................................................. 8-06
Automatic transmission fluid*
......................................................8-07
Washer fluid ................................................................................. 8-08
Brake fluid .................................................................................... 8-08
Clutch fluid* ................................................................................. 8-09
Power steering 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 ................................................................................. 8-17
General maintenance .................................................................... 8-18
For cold and snowy weather......................................................... 8-19
Fusible links.................................................................................. 8-19
Fuses............................................................................................. 8-20
Replacement of lamp bulbs .......................................................... 8-23Maintenance
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