maintenance MITSUBISHI L200 2018 Owner's Manual (in English)

ForewordE09200107240
Thank you for selecting a MITSUBISHI L200 as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full enjoyment of
the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the proper way to oper-
ate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost in driving pleasure.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications and/or to make additions to or improvements in
this product without obligation to install them on products previously manu- factured.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe all laws and
regulations concerning vehicles.

This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such laws and reg- ulations, but some of the contents may become contradictory with later amendment of the laws and regulations.

Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of resale. The next
owner will appreciate having access to the information contained in this
owner’s manual.

Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorised Service Point.

Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the owner’s discretion.
Throughout this owner’s manual the words WARNING and CAUTION
appear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if in-
structions are not followed.
CAUTION
Means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor personal in- jury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE
Gives helpful information.
*: Indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer to the sales cata- logue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual: LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
M/T: Manual Transmission
A/T: Automatic Transmission
The symbol used on the vehicles:
: See owner’s manual
Information for station service
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Fuel
Fuel tank capacity75 litresRecommended fuelCetane number (EN590)51 or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.Engine oilRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the selection of engine oil.Tyre inflation pressureRefer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.
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Table of contentsOverview/Quick guide1General information2Locking and unlocking3Seat and seat belts4Instruments and controls5Starting and driving6For pleasant driving7For emergencies8Vehicle care9Maintenance10Specifications11Alphabetical index12Declaration of Conformity13
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The SRS warning lamp is shared by the SRS
airbag and the seat belt pretensioner system.WARNINGl If any of the following conditions occur,
there may be a problem with the SRS air- bags and/or seat belt pretensioners, and they may not function properly in a colli-
sion or may suddenly activate without a
collision:
• Even when the ignition switch or the
operation mode is in ON, the SRS
warning lamp does not come on or it
remains on.
• The SRS warning lamp comes on while
driving.
The SRS airbags and seat belt pretension- ers are designed to help reduce the risk of serious injury or death in certain colli-
sions. If either of the above conditions oc-
curs, immediately have your vehicle checked by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.NOTEl On vehicles equipped with the ERA-GLO-
NASS, if the ERA-GLONASS system oper- ates, the SRS warning lamp illuminates.SRS servicing
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WARNINGl We recommend any maintenance per-
formed on or near the components of the
SRS to be performed by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Improper work on the SRS components or wiring could result in inadvertent de-
ployment of the airbags, or could render
the SRS inoperative; either situation could result in serious injury.
l Do not modify your steering wheel, seat
belt retractor or any other SRS compo-
nents. For example, replacement of the
steering wheel, or modifications to the
front bumper or body structure can ad- versely affect SRS performance and lead
to possible injury.
l If your vehicle has sustained any damage,
we recommend you to have the SRS in- spected to ensure it is in proper workingorder.
l On vehicles with the side airbags, do not
modify your front seats, centre pillar and centre console.
It can adversely affect SRS performance
and lead to possible injury.
l If you found any tear, scratch, crack or
damage to the portion where the airbag is stored, you should have the SRS inspected
by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.NOTEl If your vehicle has to be scrapped, do this in
line with the local legislation and contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point to safely dismantle the airbag sys-
tem.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)-airbag*
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1.Displays the time until the next periodic
inspection.
NOTEl The distance is shown in units of 100 km
(100 miles). The time is shown in units of months.
2. This informs you that a periodic inspec-
tion is due. Please consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
3. After your vehicle is inspected at a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point, it displays the time until the next periodic inspection.

To reset
The “---” display can be reset while the igni- tion switch or the operation mode is in OFF. 1. When you lightly press the multi infor-
mation display switch a few times, the
information display switches to the serv- ice reminder display.
2. Press and hold the multi information dis-
play switch for about 2 seconds or more to make the spanner mark start flashing.
(If there is no operation for about 10 sec-
onds with flashing, the display will re-
vert to its original indication.)
3. Lightly press the multi information dis-
play switch while the icon is flashing to
change the display from “---” to
“cLEAr”. After this, the time until the next periodic inspection will be dis-played.CAUTIONl The customer is responsible for making sure
that periodic inspection and maintenance are
performed.
Inspections and maintenance must be per- formed to prevent accidents and malfunc- tions.NOTEl “---” display cannot be reset when the igni-
tion switch or the operation mode is in ON.
Multi-information display
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Month

Economical driving............................................................................. 6-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs.................................................................. 6-02
Safe driving techniques....................................................................... 6-03
Running-in recommendations............................................................. 6-04 Parking brake...................................................................................... 6-05
Parking................................................................................................ 6-06
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment....................................... 6-07
Inside rear-view mirror....................................................................... 6-08 Outside rear-view mirrors................................................................... 6-09
Ignition switch*...................................................................................6-13 Engine switch*.................................................................................... 6-14
Steering wheel lock............................................................................. 6-16
Starting and stopping the engine......................................................... 6-18
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)............................................................. 6-22 Turbocharger operation*..................................................................... 6-23Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*..................................................... 6-23
Manual transmission*......................................................................... 6-27 Automatic transmission Sports Mode 5A/T........................................6-29Easy Select 4WD*.............................................................................. 6-35
Super Select 4WD II*......................................................................... 6-40
Rear differential lock*........................................................................ 6-45 4-wheel drive operation*.................................................................... 6-49
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation............. 6-51
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles................................. 6-52
Braking................................................................................................ 6-53
Hill start assist..................................................................................... 6-54
Brake assist system............................................................................. 6-55
Emergency stop signal system*.......................................................... 6-56
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)............................................................ 6-56Power steering system.........................................................................6-58
Active Stability & Traction Control (ASTC)*....................................6-59
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)............................................................. 6-62 Cruise control*.................................................................................... 6-63
Speed Limiter...................................................................................... 6-69
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*...................................................... 6-75
Rear-view camera*............................................................................. 6-79
Cargo loads......................................................................................... 6-83Trailer towing......................................................................................6-84Starting and driving
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4-wheel drive operation*E00606602487
By selecting 4-wheel drive, both axles of the
vehicle are rigidly connected with each other. This improves the traction characteristics. When turning sharp corners or moving for-
ward and backward repeatedly, however, the drive line is stressed, which is felt as a brak-
ing effect. A 4-wheel drive vehicle can accel-
erate more quickly and smoothly.
However, note that the braking distance is not shorter than that of a rear-wheel drive ve-hicle.
When using 4-wheel drive on rough roads
(snow, mud, sand, etc.), it is important to op- erate the vehicle correctly.NOTEl The driving posture should be more upright
and closer to the wheel than usual; adjust the
seat to a good position for easy steering and pedal operation. Be sure to wear the seatbelt.
l After driving on rough roads, check each
part of the vehicle and wash it thoroughlywith water. Refer to the “Vehicle care” sec-
tion and “Inspection and maintenance fol-
lowing rough road operation” on page 6-51.Driving on dry paved road and
highway
Select “2H” position (Easy Select 4WD),
“2H” or “4H” position (Super Select 4WD II) to drive on the dry paved road. Especially on
dry highway, never select the “4H” or “4L”
position (Easy Select 4WD), “4HLc” or “4LLc” position (Super Select 4WD II).
CAUTIONl Selecting “4H” or “4L” position (Easy Se-
lect 4WD), “4HLc” or “4LLc” position (Su-
per Select 4WD II) to drive on dry paved
road will increase the fuel consumption with possible noise generation and early tyrewear.
It may also increase the differential oil tem- perature, resulting in possible damage to the
driving system.
Further, the drive train will be subjected to excessive loading, possibly leading to oil
leakage, component seizure, or other serious faults.Driving on snowy or icy roads
Set the drive mode-selector to “4H” position
(Easy Select 4WD), “4H” or “4HLc” position in accordance with the road conditions (Su-
per Select 4WD II) and then gradually de-
press the accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keep the pressure on the accelerator pedal asconstant as possible, and drive at low speed.
NOTEl The use of snow tyres and/or tyre chains is
recommended.
l Maintain a safe distance between vehicles,
avoid sudden braking, and use engine brak-
ing (downshifting).CAUTIONl Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration,
and sharp turning; such operations could
cause skidding and spinouts.
Driving on sandy or muddy
roads
Set the drive mode-selector to “4H” or “4L”
position (Easy Select 4WD), “4HLc” or “4LLc” position (Super Select 4WD II) and then gradually depress the accelerator pedal
for a smooth start. Keep the pressure on the accelerator pedal as constant as possible, and drive at low speed.
4-wheel drive operation*
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WARNINGlAvoid snaking down a sharp grade. De-
scend the grade as straight as possible.NOTEl When descending a sharp grade, if the
brakes are applied suddenly because of an
obstacle encountered, control of the vehicle
could be lost. Before descending the slope,
walk down it and confirm the path.
l Before descending a grade, it is necessary to
choose the appropriate gear. Avoid changing
gears or depressing the clutch while de- scending the grade.
l MITSUBISHI
MOTORS is not responsible
to the operator for any damage or injury caused or liability incurred by improper and
negligent operation of a vehicle. All techni- ques of vehicle operation described herein depend on the skill and experience of the op-
erator and other participating parties and any
deviation from the recommended operation instructions above is at their own risk.Turning sharp corners
When turning a sharp corner in “4H” or “4L”
position (Easy Select 4WD), “4HLc” or “4LLc” position (Super Select 4WD II) at
low speed, a slight difference in steering may be experienced similar to as if the brakes were applied. This is called tight corner brak- ing and results from each of the 4 tyres being
at a different distance from the corner.
Crossing a stream
4-wheel drive vehicles are not necessarily waterproof. If the electrical circuits become
wet, further operation of the vehicle will be
impossible; therefore, avoid crossing streams unless absolutely necessary. If crossing a
stream is unavoidable, use the following pro-
cedure: 1. Check depths of a stream and geographi-
cal features before attempting to cross a stream and ford the stream where the
water is as shallow as practicable.
2. Set the drive mode-selector to “4L” po-
sition (Easy Select 4WD), “4LLc” posi-
tion (Super Select 4WD II).
3. Drive slowly at a speed of approximate-
ly 5 km/h (3 mph) to avoid splashing too
much water.
CAUTIONl Never cross a stream where the water is
deep.
Do not change gears while crossing the stream.
Frequent crossing of streams can adversely
affect the life span of the vehicle; we recom- mend you to take the necessary measures toprepare, inspect, and repair the vehicle.
l After crossing a stream, apply the brakes to
be sure they are functioning properly. If the
brakes are wet and not functioning properly,
dry them out by driving slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal.
Inspect each part of the vehicle carefully.Inspection and maintenance
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After operating the vehicle in rough road
conditions, be sure to perform the following
inspection and maintenance procedures:
l Check that the vehicle has not been dam-
aged by rocks, gravel, etc.
l Carefully wash the vehicle with water.
Drive the vehicle slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal in order to dry out the brakes. If the brakes still do
not function properly, we recommend you to have the brakes checked as soon
as possible.
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation
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NOTElFor vehicles with the Auto Stop & Go
(AS&G) system, if the demister switch is
pressed, the Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) sys- tem will not operate and the engine will notstop automatically even if the vehicle is stopped. This is to ensure that good visibility
is maintained.Important operation tips for
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lPark the vehicle in the shade.
Parking in the hot sun will make the ve-
hicle inside extremely hot, and it will re-
quire more time to cool the interior.
If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the windows for the first few minutes of
air conditioning operation to expel the
hot air.
l Close the windows when the air condi-
tioning is in use. The entry of outside air
through open windows will reduce the cooling efficiency.
l Too much cooling is not good for the
health. The inside air temperature should
only be 5 to 6 °C below the outside air temperature.
l When operating the system, make sure
the air intake, which is located in front
of the windscreen, is free of obstructions such as leaves and snow. Leaves collec- ted in the air-intake plenum may reduce
air flow and plug the plenum water
drains.
Air conditioning system refrig- erant and lubricant recommen-dations
If the air conditioning seems less effective than usual, the cause might be a refrigerant
leak. We recommend you to have the system inspected.
The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant
HFC- 134a and the lubricant DH-PR.
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will
cause severe damage which will result in the need to replace your vehicle’s entire air con-
ditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere should be prevented.
It is recommended that the refrigerant be re- covered and recycled for further use.
During a long period of disuse
The air conditioning should be operated for at
least five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This is to prevent poor lubrication
of the compressor internal parts and to main-
tain the air conditioning in the best operating
condition.
Air purifier*
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An air filter has been incorporated into thisair conditioner so that dirt and dust are
cleaned from the air.
Replace the air filter periodically as its ability
to clean the air will be reduced as it collects pollen and dirt. For the maintenance interval,
refer to the “SERVICE BOOKLET”.
NOTEl Operation in certain conditions such as driv-
ing on a dusty road and frequent use of the air conditioner can lead to reduction of serv-
ice life of the filter. When you feel that the air flow is lower than normal or when the
windscreen or windows start to fog up easi- ly, replace the air filter.
We recommend you to have it checked.
Important operation tips for the air conditioning
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Stop the engine immediately and contacta MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point for assistance.
A- Cooling fan
B- Reserve tank
C- Radiator cap
WARNINGl Be careful not to get your hands or clothes
caught in the cooling fan.4. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank (B).
5. Add coolant to the radiator and/or re-
serve tank if necessary (refer to the
“Maintenance” section).
WARNINGl Make sure that the engine has cooled
down before removing the radiator cap (C), because hot steam or boiling water
otherwise will gush from the filler port and may scald you.CAUTIONl Do not add coolant while the engine is hot.
Suddenly adding cold coolant could damage the engine. Wait for the engine to cool
down, then add coolant a little at a time.6. Examine the radiator hoses for coolant
leakage and the drive belt for looseness
or damage.
If there is anything wrong with the cool-
ing system or drive belt, we recommend
you to have it checked and repaired.Bleeding the fuel system
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The fuel system should be bled to remove air
as described below if the fuel supply is ex- hausted during travel.
Pump the hand pump (A) at the top of the fuel filter until the hand pump becomes stiff.Then try again to start the engine.
If the engine does not start, repeat the process
above.
Bleeding the fuel system
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Type 2
1- Tool bag
2- Wheel nut wrench
3- Plier
4- Driver
5- Spanner
Jack
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The jack is used only for the purpose of
changing a tyre when a tyre is punctured.
NOTEl The jack is maintenance-free.
l The jack is in conformity with EC law as ap-
proximated by the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC.NOTEl The EC declaration of conformity is attached
to the section “Declaration of Conformity” in the end of this owner’s manual.
• The business name, full address of the
manufacturer and of his authorized repre-sentative and the designation of the jack
are described in the EC declaration of conformity.Removing and storing the
tools, jack and jack handle
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Single cab
The tools, jack, and jack handle are located
behind the seat. 1. Tip the seatback forward. (Refer to “Front seats” on page 4-02).
2. Remove the wheel nut wrench (A) fromthe holder (B), and take out the wrench.

Remove the securing band (C), and then
take out the tools (D).
3. Remove the securing nut (E), and then
take out the jack (F).
Tools, jack and jack handle
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