brake MITSUBISHI L200 2011 Owner's Manual (in English)

Instruments and Controls (Single cab)E001001045771. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-34
2. Heater/Manual air conditioning* p. 5-03
3. Rear window demister switch p. 3-40
4. Utility box p. 5-43
5. Ventilators p. 5-02
6. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen- ger’s seat) p. 2-27
7. Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-31
8. Glove box p. 5-42 Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-30
9. Cigarette lighter p. 5-37
10. Gearshift lever p. 4-14
11. Transfer shift lever (4WD only) p. 4-20
12. Cup holder* p. 5-44
13. Parking brake lever Type 1* p. 4-07
14. Parking brake lever Type 2* p. 4-07
15. Ashtray p. 5-36
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1. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-ger’s seat) p. 2-27
2. Ventilators p. 5-02
3. Utility box p. 5-43
4. Rear window demister switch p. 3-40
5. Heater/Manual air conditioning* p. 5-03
6. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-34
7. Cigarette lighter p. 5-37
8. Parking brake lever Type 2* p. 4-07
9. Parking brake lever Type 1* p. 4-07
10. Cup holder* p. 5-44
11. Transfer shift lever (4WD only) p. 4-20
12. Gearshift lever p. 4-14
13. Ashtray p. 5-36
14. Glove box p. 5-42 Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-30
15. Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-31
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Instruments and Controls (Club, Double cab)E001001045801. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-34
2. Heater/Manual air conditioning* p. 5-03 Automatic air conditioning* p. 5-08
3. Rear window demister switch (vehicle with heater/manual air con-
ditioning) p. 3-40
4. Utility box* p. 5-43 Centre information display* p. 3-10
MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication System*
Refer to the separate “MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication Sys-
tem owner’s manual”
5. Ventilators p. 5-02
6. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen- ger’s seat) p. 2-27
7. Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-31
8. Glove box p. 5-42 Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-30
9. Ashtray (fixed position)* p. 5-36
10. Cigarette lighter p. 5-37
11. Rear retractable power window switch* p. 1-08
12. Transfer shift lever (4WD only) p. 4-25, 4-29
13. Parking brake lever p. 4-07
14. Cup holder p. 5-44
15. Ashtray (moveable)* p. 5-36
16. Front console box* p. 5-42
17. Heated seat switch* p. 2-06
18. Gearshift lever* p. 4-14 Selector lever* p. 4-16, 4-20
19. Audio* p. 5-13
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1. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-ger’s seat) p. 2-27
2. Ventilators p. 5-02
3. Utility box* p. 5-43 Centre information display* p. 3-10
MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication System*
Refer to the separate “MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication Sys-
tem owner’s manual”
4. Rear window demister switch (vehicle with heater/manual air con-
ditioning) p. 3-40
5. Heater/Manual air conditioning* p. 5-03 Automatic air conditioning* p. 5-08
6. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 3-34
7. Audio* p. 5-13
8. Transfer shift lever (4WD only) p. 4-25, 4-29
9. Heated seat switch* p. 2-06
10. Parking brake lever p. 4-07
11. Cup holder p. 5-44
12. Ashtray (moveable)* p. 5-36
13. Gearshift lever* p. 4-14 Selector lever* p. 4-16, 4-20
14. Front console box* p. 5-42
15. Cigarette lighter p. 5-37
16. Rear retractable power window switch* p. 1-08
17. Glove box p. 5-42 Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-30
18. Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-31
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CAUTIONlIf your vehicle is equipped with the rear
seat head restraint, the head restraints
for the front and rear seats differ in size.
When installing head restraints, make
sure the front and rear head restraints
are fitted in their respective seats.Seat belts E00404800825
To protect you and your passengers in the event of
an accident, it is most important that the seat belts
are worn correctly while driving.
A seat belt for a front seat equipped with an airbag
has a pretensioner system. These belts are used the
same way as a conventional seat belt.
Refer to “Seat belt pretensioner system and force
limiter system” on page 2-12 .WARNINGl Always place the shoulder belt over your
shoulder and across your chest. Never
put it behind you or under your arm.
l One seat belt should be used by only one
person. Doing otherwise can be dangerous.
l The seat belt will provide its wearer with
maximum protection if the recliner seat-
back is placed in fully upright position.
When the seatback is reclined, there is
greater risk that the passenger will slide
under the belt, especially in a forward im-
pact accident, and may be injured by the
belt or by striking the instrument panel
or seatbacks.
l Seat belts should always be worn by ev-
ery adult who drives or rides in this vehi-
cle, and by all children who are tall
enough to wear seat belts properly.
l Remove any twists when using the belt.
l No modifications or additions should be
made by the user which will either pre-
vent the seat belt adjusting devices from
operating to remove slack, or prevent the
seat belt assembly from being adjusted to
remove slack.WARNINGl To reduce risk of serious or fatal injury
in an accident, including the deploying
driver’s airbag, adjust the driver’s seat
as far back as possible while maintaining
a position that still allows good visibility
and good control of the steering wheel,
the brake and accelerator, and vehicle con-
trols.
l Never hold a child in your arms or on
your lap when riding in this vehicle, even
if you are wearing your seat belt. To do
so risks severe or fatal injury to the child
in a collision or sudden stop.
l Always adjust the seat belt to a snug fit.3-point type seat belt (with emergency
locking mechanism) E00404901126
This type of belt requires no length adjustment.
Once worn, the belt adjusts itself to the movement
of the wearer, but in the event of a sudden or strong
shock, the belt automatically locks to hold the wear-
er’s body.
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Indication and warning lampsE00501502002
Type 1Type 21.CRUISE indication lamp* ® p. 4-49
2. Turn-signal indication lamps/Hazard warning indication lamps ® p. 3-07
3. High-beam indication lamp ® p. 3-07
4. Front fog lamp indication lamp* ® p. 3-07
5. Rear fog lamp indication lamp ® p. 3-07
6. Seat belt reminder/warning lamp ® p. 2-10
7. Low fuel warning lamp ® p. 3-04
8. 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp* ® p. 4-27, 4-32
9. Rear differential lock indication lamp* ® p. 4-34
10. Check engine warning lamp ® p. 3-08
11. Diesel preheat indication lamp ® p. 3-07
12. Oil pressure warning lamp ® p. 3-0913.
Fuel filter indication lamp ® p. 3-07
14. Charge warning lamp ® p. 3-09
15. A/T (automatic transmission) fluid temperature warning lamp (vehicles
with A/T) ® p. 4-18
16. Overdrive off indication lamp (vehicles with 4A/T) ® p. 4-18
17. Selector lever position indicator (vehicles with A/T) ® p. 4-16, 4-23
18. Brake warning lamp ® p. 3-08
19. Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC) OFF indication
lamp* ® p. 4-47
20. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp* ® p. 4-44
21. Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC) indication lamp* ® p. 4-47
22. Door ajar warning lamp ® p. 3-09
23. Supplement Restraint System (SRS) warning lamp ® p. 2-38
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Warning lampsE00502400017Brake warning lamp E00502501637
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.
l When the brake fluid level in the
reservoir falls to a low level.
l When the brake force distribution
function is not operating correctly.
(vehicles with anti-lock brake sys-
tem)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.
Furthermore, immediately the
vehicle should be brought to a
stop in a safe location and to
have it checked.CAUTION• The brake warning lamp
does not illuminate when
the parking brake is applied
or does not turn off when
the parking brake is re-
leased.
• The ABS warning lamp and
brake warning lamp illumi-
nate at the same time.
For details, refer to “ABS
warning lamp” on page
4-44. (vehicles with anti-lock
brake system)
• The brake warning lamp re-
mains illuminated during
driving.
l The vehicle should be brought
to a halt in the following man-
ner when brake performance
has deteriorated. •Depress the brake pedal
harder than usual.
Even if the brake pedal
moves down to the very end
of its possible stroke, keep it
pressed down hard.
• Should the brakes fail, use
engine braking to reduce
your speed and carefully
pull the parking brake lever
to park your vehicle.
Depress the brake pedal to
operate the stop lamp to
alert the vehicles behind you.Check engine warning lamp E00502600657
This lamp is a part of an onboard diag-
nostic system which monitors the emis-
sions, engine and automatic transmission
control systems.
If a problem is detected in one of these
systems, this lamp illuminates.
Although your vehicle will usually be
drivable and not need towing, we recom-
mend you to have the system checked as
soon as possible.
This lamp will also illuminate for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position. If it does
not go off after a few seconds, we recom-
mend you to have the vehicle checked.CAUTIONl Prolonged driving with this
lamp on may cause further dam-
age to the emission control sys-
tem. It could also affect fuel
economy and drivability.
l If the lamp does not illuminate
when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position,
we recommend you to have the
system checked.
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CAUTIONlIf the lamp illuminates while
the engine is running, avoid
driving at high speeds and we
recommend you to have the sys-
tem checked.
During vehicle operation with
the lamp illuminated, the vehi-
cle may not accelerate when
you depress the accelerator ped-
al.
When the vehicle is stationary
with the lamp illuminated, you
must depress the brake pedal
more firmly than usual since
the engine idling speed is high-
er than usual and the vehicle
with an A/T has a stronger ten-
dency to creep forward.
NOTE
l The engine electronic control mod-
ule accommodating the onboard di-
agnostic system has various fault
data (especially about the exhaust
emission) stored.
This data will be erased if a bat-
tery cable is disconnected which
will make a rapid diagnosis diffi-
cult. Do not disconnect a battery
cable when the check engine warn-
ing lamp is ON.
Charge warning lamp E00502700821
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and goes off after the engine has started.CAUTIONl If the lamp comes on while the
engine is running, the probable
cause is as shown below.
Park the vehicle immediately at
a safe place and we recommend
you to have it checked. •Broken drive belt or abnor-
mality in the charging sys-
tem. A broken drive belt cau-
ses poor braking efficiency.
Depress the brake pedal
harder than usual to park
the vehicle in a safe place.Oil pressure warning lamp E00502800620
This lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
and goes off after the engine has started.
If it illuminates while the engine is run-
ning, 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.
Door ajar warning lamp E00503300475
This lamp illuminates when a door is ei-
ther open or not completely closed.
If the vehicle speed reaches approximate-
ly 8 km/h (5 mph) with a door open or
incompletely closed, the warning lamp
flashes 16 times and a buzzer simultane-
ously sounds 16 times as a warning.
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Economical driving.......................................................................4-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs ........................................................... 4-02
Safe driving techniques ................................................................ 4-03
Running-in recommendations.......................................................4-04
Parking brake ................................................................................ 4-07
Parking .......................................................................................... 4-08
Steering wheel height adjustment .................................................4-09
Inside rear-view mirror ................................................................. 4-09
Outside rear-view mirrors ............................................................. 4-10
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 4-11
Steering wheel lock ...................................................................... 4-12
Starting..........................................................................................4-13
Manual transmission ..................................................................... 4-14
Automatic transmission 4A/T ....................................................... 4-16
Automatic transmission Sports Mode 5A/T .................................4-20
Easy select 4WD* ......................................................................... 4-25
Super select 4WD* ....................................................................... 4-29
Rear differential lock* .................................................................. 4-34
4-wheel drive operation ................................................................ 4-38
Inspection and maintenance following rough road oper- ation .......................................................................................... 4-40
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles ..........................4-40
Limited-slip differential* .............................................................. 4-42
Braking ......................................................................................... 4-42
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)* ................................................... 4-43
Power steering system .................................................................. 4-45
Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC)* .............................4-46
Cruise control* ............................................................................. 4-48
Cargo loads ................................................................................... 4-52
Trailer towing ............................................................................... 4-53Starting and driving4

Economical drivingE00600100620
For economical driving, there are some technical re-
quirements that have to be met. The prerequisite
for low fuel consumption is a properly adjusted en-
gine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle
and the most economical operation, we recommend
you to have the vehicle checked at regular intervals
in accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas and
noise are highly influenced by personal driving hab-
its as well as the particular operating conditions.
The following points should be observed in order
to minimize wear of brakes, tyres and engine as
well as to reduce environmental pollution.
Starting
Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden starts; such op-
eration will result in higher fuel consumption.
Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and engine
speed. Always use the highest gear possible.
The transfer shift lever should be set to “2H” when
driving 4WD vehicles on normal roads and express
ways to obtain best possible fuel economy.
City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping increases the aver-
age fuel consumption. Use roads with smooth traf-
fic flow whenever possible. When driving on con-
gested roads, avoid use of a low gear at high en-
gine speeds.
Idling
The vehicle consumes fuel even during idling.
Avoid extended idling whenever possible.Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the more fuel con-
sumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight re-
lease of the accelerator pedal will save a significant
amount of fuel.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular inter-
vals. Low tyre inflation pressure increases road re-
sistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low
tyre pressures adversely affect tyre wear and driv-
ing stability.
Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the cargo
area. Especially during city driving where frequent
starting and stopping is necessary, the increased
weight of the vehicle will greatly affect fuel con-
sumption.
Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also caused by
keeping a hot engine running. After the engine is
started, commence driving as soon as possible.
Air conditioning*
The use of the air conditioning will increase the
fuel consumption.Driving, alcohol and drugs E00600200012
Driving after drinking alcohol is one of the most fre-
quent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even
with blood alcohol levels far below the legal mini-
mum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride
with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or
a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not
make you sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs af-
fect your alertness, perception and reaction time.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driv-
ing while under the influence of any of these medi-
cations.WARNINGl NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired.
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