MITSUBISHI L200 2015 Owner's Manual (in English)

The fluid level falls slightly with wear of thebrake pads, but this does not indicate any ab-
normality.
If the brake fluid level falls markedly in a
short length of time, it indicates leaks from the brake system.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the
vehicle checked.
Fluid type
Use brake fluid conforming to DOT3 or DOT4. The brake fluid is hygroscopic. Too
much moisture in the brake fluid will ad- versely affect the brake system, reducing the
brake performance.
In addition, the brake fluid reservoir is equip- ped with a special cap to prevent the entrance
of air, and this cap should not be removed.
CAUTIONl Take care in handling brake fluid as it is
harmful to the eyes, may irritate your skin
and also damage painted surfaces.
l Use only the specified brake fluid.
Do not mix or add different brands of brake fluid to prevent chemical reactions.
Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch, mix with, or get into the brake fluid.
This will damage the seals.CAUTIONl Keep the reservoir tank cap closed to pre-
vent the brake fluid from deteriorating ex- cept maintenance.
l Clean the filler cap before removing and
close the cap securely after maintenance.Clutch fluid*
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To check the fluid level
The clutch fluid in the master cylinder should
be checked when performing other under- hood service. In addition, the system shouldbe checked for leakage at the same time.
Check to make certain that the clutch fluid level is always between the “MAX” and
“MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoir.
A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in the
clutch system which should be inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point or another specialist and repaired im- mediately.
Fluid type
Brake fluid conforming to DOT 3 or DOT 4 should be used.
The reservoir cap must be fully tightened to avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture.
DO NOT ALLOW PETROLEUM-BASED FLUID TO CONTACT, MIX WITH, OR
OTHERWISE CONTAMINATE THE BRAKE FLUID. SEAL DAMAGE WILLRESULT.
Clutch fluid*
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WARNINGlTake care in handling brake fluid as it is
harmful to the eyes and may also cause
damage to painted surfaces. Wipe up any spills immediately.Power steering fluid
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To check the fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir whilethe engine is idling.
Check to make certain that the power steering
fluid level is always between the “MAX” and
“MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoir
and refill the fluid if necessary.
Fluid type
Use “ MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE
PSF (Power Steering Fluid)”.
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 inspection and care are especially
important in cold weather.
NOTEl 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 shortening 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 sev- eral compartments; 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 condi- tions.
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.
Power steering fluid
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During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is reduced at lowtemperatures. This is an inevitable result of
its chemical and physical properties. This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that
is not fully charged, will only deliver a frac- tion of the starter current which is normallyavailable.
We recommend you to have the battery checked before the start of cold weather and,if necessary, have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting,
but a battery which is kept fully charged also has a longer life.
Disconnection and connection
To disconnect the battery cable, stop the en- gine, first disconnect the negative (-) terminal
and then the positive (+) terminal. When con-
necting the battery, first connect the positive
(+) terminal and then the negative (-) termi- nal.
NOTEl Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-
necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.NOTEWARNINGl Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery could explode.WARNINGl The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact with
your eyes, skin, clothing, or the painted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt electrolyte
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.CAUTIONl Never disconnect the battery with the igni-
tion switch in the “ON” position; doing so
could damage the vehicle’s electrical com- ponents.
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 (-) terminal first.
l Keep it out of reach of children.
Battery
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CAUTIONlDo not bring the nearby parts, the plastic
parts and so on into contact with sulphuric 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 immedi-
ately rinse the affected parts with plenty of water.NOTEl 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
E01001300239WARNINGlDriving 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 serious
or fatal injury.Tyre inflation pressures
E01001402423Tyre sizeUP TO 3 PASSENGERSMAX. LOAD OR TRAILER TOWINGFrontRearFrontRear195R15C 106/104R 8PR,
215/70R15C 109/107R *2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}4.5 bar
(450 kPa) {65 psi}
205R16C 110/108R 8PR
2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa) {35 psi}4.5 bar
(450 kPa) {65 psi}
205/80R16 104S RF
2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa) {32 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa) {42 psi}* : On vehicles with 195 size tyres, this size of snow tyres can also be used instead.
Tyres
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Tyre sizeUP TO 3 PASSENGERSMAX. LOAD OR TRAILER TOWINGFrontRearFrontRear
245/70R16 111S RF
2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa) {42 psi}
245/65R17 111S RF
2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa) {29 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa) {42 psi}* : On vehicles with 195 size tyres, this size of snow tyres can also be used instead.
Check the tyre inflation pressure of all the tyres while they are cold; if insufficient or excessive, adjust to the specified value.
After the tyre inflation pressure has been adjusted, check the tyres for damage and air leaks. Be sure to put caps on the valves.

Wheel condition
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1- Location of the tread wear indicator
2- Tread wear indicator
Check the tyres for cuts, cracks and other
damage. Replace the tyres if there are deep
cuts or cracks. Also check each tyre for pieces of metal or pebbles.
The use of worn tyres can be very dangerous
because of the greater chance of skidding or
hydroplaning. The tread depth of the tyres
must exceed 1.6 mm in order for the tyres to meet the minimum requirement for use.
If there are tread wear indicators on the tyres,
they will appear in six places on the surface of the tyre as the tyre wears, thereby indicat- ing that the tyre no longer meets the mini-
mum requirement for use. When these wear
indicators appear, the tyres must be replaced
with new ones.Check that the wheel nuts are tightened cor-
rectly. Refer to the section entitled “For emergencies” for information concerning re-
placement of the tyres.NOTEl The mark and the location of the tyre tread
wear indicators are different depending on
the tyre manufacturer.

On 4-wheel drive vehicles, when replacement of any of the tyres is necessary, replace all of
them.
Tyres
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CAUTIONlAlways use tyres of the same size, same
type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences.
Using tyres of different size, type, brands or
degree of wear, will increase the differential
oil temperature, resulting in possible damage to the driving system. Further, the drive train
will be subjected to excessive loading, possi- bly leading to oil leakage, component seiz-ure, or other serious faults.Replacing tyres and wheels
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CAUTIONl Avoid using different size tyres from the one
listed and the combined use of different
types of tyres, as this can affect driving safe- ty.
Refer to “Tyres and wheels” on page
11-19.
l Even if a wheel has the same rim size and
offset as the specified type of wheel, its
shape may prevent it from being fitted cor- rectly. We recommend you to consult a spe-
cialist before using wheels that you have.Tyre rotation
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Tyre wear varies with vehicle conditions,
road surface conditions and individual driv- er’s driving habits. To equalize the wear andhelp extend tyre life, it is recommended to ro-
tate the tyres immediately after discovery of
abnormal wear, or whenever the wear differ- ence between the front and rear tyres is rec-
ognizable.
When rotating tyres, check for uneven wear
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tyre pressure, improper wheel alignment, out of balance wheel, or se-
vere braking. We recommend you to have it checked to determine the cause of irregular
tread wear.
Tyres
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Front
Front
Tyres that have arrows showing rotation
direction
Spare tyre not used

*-If the spare tyre wheel differs fromthe standard tyre wheel, do not perform tyre rotation using a spare
wheel.CAUTIONl If the tyres have arrows (A) indicating the
correct direction of rotation, swap the front
and rear wheels on the left hand side of the
vehicle and the front and rear wheels on the right hand side of the vehicle separately.
Keep each tyre on its original side of the ve- hicle. When fitting the tyres, make sure the
arrows point in the direction in which the wheels will turn when the vehicle moves
forward. Any tyre whose arrow points in the wrong direction will not perform to its fullpotential.Front
CAUTIONl Avoid the combined use of different types of
tyres.
Using different types of tyres can affect ve-
hicle performance and safety.Snow tyres
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The use of snow tyres is recommended for
driving on snow and ice. To preserve driving stability, mount snow tyres of the same size and tread pattern on all 4 wheels.
Snow tyres worn more than 50% are no lon-
ger suitable for use as snow tyres.
Snow tyres which do not meet specifications must not be used.
CAUTIONl Observe permissable maximum speed for
your snow tyres and the legal speed limit.NOTEl The laws and regulations concerning snow
tyres (driving speed, required use, type, etc.)
vary. Find out and follow the laws and regu- lations in the area you intend to drive.
l If flange nuts are used on your vehicle,
change to tapered nuts when steel wheels are used.Tyre chains
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It is recommended that snow chains are car-
ried in snow regions and fitted when required to the rear wheels.
On 4WD vehicles in which the driving power is distributed preferentially to the rear wheels, ensure that the tyre chains are fitted
on the rear.
Use only tyre chains which are designed for use with the tyres mounted on the vehicle: use of the incorrect size or type of chain
could result in damage to the vehicle body.
Before fitting tyre chains, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point. The max. chain
height is as follows.Tyre sizeWheel sizeMax. chain
height [mm]195R15C,
215/70R15C *15x6 JJ
22
205R16C16x6 JJ205/80R1616x6 JJ245/70R1616x7 J245/65R1717x7 1/2 J*
: 215/70R15C size should only be used as
snow tyres.
Tyres
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The speed limit for tyre chain is 50 km/h(30 mph) and remove the tyre chains as soon as possible on snow free roads.WARNINGl DO NOT use a jack when fitting the
chains, as in thsee conditions, the tyres
may slip on the icy road causing the vehi- cle to slip off the jack.CAUTIONl Practice fitting the chains before you need
them.
Don’t expect help from other people in the
cold.
l Choose a clear straight stretch of road where
you can pull over and still be seen while you are fitting the chains.
l Do not fit chains before you need them. This
will wear out your tyres and the road sur-
face.
l After driving around 100-300 metres, stop
and retighten the chains.
l Drive carefully and do not exceed 50 km/h
(30 mph). Remember, fitting chains is notgoing to stop accidents from happening.
l When tyre chains are installed, take care that
they do not damage the disc wheel or body.
l An aluminium wheel can be damaged by a
tyre chain while driving. When fitting a tyre
chain on an aluminium wheel, take care that any part of the chain and fitting cannot be
brought into contact with the wheel.CAUTIONl When installing or removing the tyre chains,
take care that hands and other parts of your
body are not injured by the sharp edges of
the vehicle body.
l Install the chains only on the rear tyres and
tighten them as tightly as possible with the
ends securely fastened.NOTEl The laws and regulations concerning the use
of tyre chains vary. Find out and follow the laws and regulations of the area you’re driv-
ing in.
In most countries, it is prohibited by law to
use tyre chains on roads without snow.Clutch pedal free play*
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Press down the clutch pedal with your fingers
until initial resistance is felt.
This distance should be within the specified
range.
A- Free play: 4 to 13 mm
If the clutch pedal free play is not within the
standard range, we recommend you to have it checked.
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Brake pedal free playE01002300281
Stop the engine, depress the brake pedal sev- eral times, and press down the pedal with
your fingers until initial resistance is felt. This distance should be within the specified
range.
A- Free play: 3 to 8 mm
If the brake pedal free play is not within the standard range, we recommend you to have it
checked.
Parking brake lever stroke
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Pull the parking brake lever up to check the number of “clicks” that the ratchet makes.
One click represents a lever movement of one
notch. The lever should move the specified number of notches for normal brake applica-
tion.
Type 1A
A- Parking brake lever stroke
Type 1 8 to 9 notches
Type 2 11 to 13 notches
(Parking brake adjustment when pulled
with the force of 200 N)
If the parking brake lever stroke is out of the
standard range, we recommend you to have it
checked.
WARNINGl Continued operation of the vehicle with
the parking brake lever out of adjustment
may result in the vehicle moving when un- attended.Wiper blades
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When lifting the wiper arms off the wind-screen, first raise the driver’s side wiper arm
and then the passenger’s side wiper arm.
Brake pedal free play
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A Type 2 (RHD)
A

When returning them to their original posi-tions, first put the passenger’s side wiper armback in place and then the driver’s side wiperarm.
If the blades are frozen to the windscreen, do
not operate the wipers until the ice has mel-
ted and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.
Wiper blade rubber replace- ment
Driver’s side
1. Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen.
2. Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A)
disengages from the hook (B). Then,pull the wiper blade further to remove it.
NOTEl Do not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the
windscreen; it could damage the glass.
3. Attach the retainers (C) to a new wiper
blade.
For LHD vehicles refer to the illustration
to ensure that the retainers are correctly
aligned as you attach them.
LHDRHD
4. Insert the wiper blade into the arm, start-
ing with the opposite end of the blade from the stopper. Make sure the hook(B) is fitted correctly in the grooves inthe blade.
NOTEl If retainers are not supplied with the new
wiper blade, use the retainers from the old
blade.
Wiper blades
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