steering MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2017 6.G Owner's Guide

Tires
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-15
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades representthe tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government te
st surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the ti
re’s resistance to the
generation of heat and it
s ability to dissipate
heat when tested un
der controlled conditions
on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of
performance which all
passenger car tires must
meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
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Proper tire inflation pre
ssure is essential for
the safe and satisfac
tory operation of your
vehicle. The wrong tire pressure will cause problems in three major areas:  Safety Too little pressure increases flexing in the tire and can cause tire failure. Too much pressure can cause a tire to lose its abilityto cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes could then cause tire damage that may result in tire failure. Economy The wrong tire pressure can cause uneven wear patterns in the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce the tread life, and the tire will have to bereplaced sooner. Too little pressure also
makes it harder for
the tire to roll, and this uses up more fuel. Ride comfort and vehicle stability The superior riding ex
perience built into
your vehicle partly depends on the correcttire pressure. Too much pressure gives an uncomfortable and ja
rring ride. Too little
pressure feels as if
your vehicle is slow to
respond. Unequal tire pressure
s can make steering
your vehicle uneven
and unpredictable.
The tire pressure for your vehicle under nor- mal driving conditions is listed on the placard attached to the driver’s door sill. (Refer to “Tire and loading information plac-ard” on page 11-3.)
The recommended infl
ation pressures under
normal driving conditions should be used forthe tires listed below. Tire pressures should be checked, and adjusted if necessary,
at least once a month.
Pressures should be checked more often whenever weather temperatures changeseverely, becaus
e tire pressures change with
outdoor temperatures. The pressures listed are always “cold inflation pressure”.Cold inflation pressure is measured after the vehicle has been parked
for at least three
hours or is driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km)after having been parked for three hours. Cold inflation pressure
must not go above the
maximum values molded into the tire side-wall. After driving se
veral miles, your tire
inflation pressure may increase 2 to 6 psi (14 to 41 kPa) from the cold inflation pressure.Do not let air out of the tires to get back to the
Traction TemperatureTire inflation pressures
Item
Tire size
Front
Rear
Normal tire
165/65R14
240 kPa, 35 psi
240 kPa, 35 psi
175/55R15
220 kPa, 32 psi
220 kPa, 32 psi
Compact spare wheel
T115/70D14 420 kPa, 60 psi
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-21
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there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance.But, if any of these
parts stops working prop-
erly, your vehicle performance could suffer. Have these items checked if you notice aproblem with them. If you have any questions, see your autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
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Good brakes are essential for safe driving. Check the brake pads for wear. For goodbraking performance, replace the brake pads with the same type pa
ds as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked for:  Severe surface cracki
ng, scuffing or worn
spots. If the fabric casing of the hose isshowing through any cracks or worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if thehose wears through.  Improper installation
may cause twisting,
or wheel, tire or
chassis interference.
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:  Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering linkage  Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering inside your
vehicle is to have
the engine exhaust syst
em properly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system
and nearby body areas
for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispo- sitioned parts if you no
tice any of the follow-
ing:  A change in the sound of the exhaust sys- tem  The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle
 The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for l
ubrication, oil changes,
or required service. A
ny open seams or loose
connections could le
t dangerous exhaust
fumes seep into the luggage and passenger compartments.  Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion or damage.  Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust gas leaks. Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be
checked, cleaned, and
oiled when needed for easy movement and to prevent rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 sp
aringly for all sliding
parts of the hood latc
h and release lever.
Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
Disc brake pads Brake hoses
Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft boots Exhaust system
WA R N I N G Carbon monoxide gas
from your vehicle’s
exhaust is poisonous. Breathing thesefumes can cause unconsciousness or death.
Check for any of the following conditions: Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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Replacement of light bulbs
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-31
9
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1. Turn the socket (A
) counterclockwise to
remove it. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. To create enough work space, turn thesteering wheel all the way in the direction opposite to the side you wish to replace. 2. Remove the clips/bolts (A) to turn up thecover (B).
3. While pressing the tab, pull out the con- nector.
Parking lights (Halogen head- lights type) *- Front of the vehicle
Front fog lights
(if so equipped)
/
Front fog lights and Daytime running lights
(if so equipped)
Type 1- Fog light type Type 2- Fog light
and Daytime running
light type
C- Fog light bulbD- Daytime running light bulbTy p e 1 Ty p e 2
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-5
Active stability control (ASC)
..............
5-50
Air cleaner filter
...................................
9-8
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
..............
7-12
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-18Manual air conditioning
....................
7-7
Air purifier
.........................................
7-19
Airbag
...............................................
4-21
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-37
Antenna
.............................................
7-44
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-47
Assist grip
........................................
5-111
Audio
AM/FM electronically
tuned radio with
CD player
....................................
7-19
Error codes
.....................................
7-41
Handling of compact discs
...............
7-42
Automatic air conditioning
..................
7-12
B
Back-up lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Ball joint, steering li
nkage seals and drive
shaft boots
.......................................
9-21
Battery
..............................................
9-10
Charging system warning light
........
5-73
Checking battery
electrolyte level
....
9-10
Disconnection and connection
.........
9-11
During cold weather
.......................
9-11
Specification
..................................
11-6
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface
.....................
5-81
Bottle holders
....................................
5-109
Brake
Fluid
.............................................
11-7
Brake assist system
.............................
5-46
Braking
...............................................
6-5
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-47
Hose
.............................................
9-21
Pad wear alarm
..............................
5-45
Parking brake
.................................
5-31
Pedal
.............................................
5-44
Pedal free play
...............................
9-18
Power brakes
.................................
5-44
Service brake
.................................
5-44
Warning lights
...............................
5-71
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-2
Bulb capacity
.....................................
9-27
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-7
Card holder
......................................
5-106
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-29
Catalytic converter
................................
9-3
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging system warning light
.............
5-73
Child restraint systems
........................
4-14
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-26
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle
......................
9-34
Outside of your vehicle
...................
9-35
Clutch
Pedal free play
................................
9-18
Consumer information
.........................
10-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
...
5-39 Fluid
.......................................
9-9
, 11-7
Selector lever operation
...................
5-39
Selector lever positions
....................
5-41
Convenience hook
.............................
5-110
Coolant (engine)
..........................
9-7
, 11-7
Cruise control
.....................................
5-52
Cup holders
......................................
5-109
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Alphabetical index 12-2
12
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
.........................
9-29
, 9-31
Defogger (rear window)
......................
5-80
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows)
..........................
7-6
, 7-10
, 7-17
Dimensions
........................................
11-3
Dimmer (high/lo
w beam change)
.........
5-76
Disc brake pads
..................................
9-21
Dome light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-29
Door-ajar warning buzzer
....................
5-73
Door-ajar warning light
.......................
5-73
Doors
Lock
..............................................
5-24
Power door locks
............................
5-25
Driving during cold weather
..................
6-4
Driving, alcohol and drugs
.....................
6-2
E
Electric power steering system (EPS)
5-49
Electric rear win
dow defogger switch
...
5-80
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)
5-3
, 5-19
Emission-control sy
stem maintenance
..9-19
Engine
Compartment
...................................
9-5
Coolant
...................................
9-7
, 11-7
Engine model
..................................
11-3
High coolant temperature warning light
....
5-73 Hood
...............................................
9-4
Oil and oil filter
.......................
9-5
, 11-7
Overheating
.....................................
8-4
Serial number
.................................
11-3
Specification
...................................
11-5
Engine hood
........................................
9-4
Engine switch
.....................................
5-13
Error codes
.........................................
7-41
Exhaust system
...................................
9-21
F
Floor mat
.............................................
6-2
Fluid
Brake fluid
.....................................
11-7
Continuously variable
transmission (CVT)
......................................
9-9
, 11-7
Engine coolant
.........................
9-7
, 11-7
Manual transaxle
......................
9-9
, 11-7
Washer fluid
............................
9-9
, 11-7
Fluid capacities and lubricants
..............
11-7
Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
...................................
5-9
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Indicators
.......................................
5-71
Replacement
..................................
9-31
Switch
...........................................
5-77
Front seat adjustment
............................
4-3
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-29
Front turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-30
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank
...........................
3-3
Fuel economy
...................................
6-2
Fuel hoses
......................................
9-20
Fuel remaining warning display
.......
5-65
Fuel selection
...................................
3-2
Tank capacity
.................................
11-7
Fuel Pump Shut-off System
.................
8-14
Fuel remaining display
........................
5-65
Fuses
.................................................
9-22
Fusible links
.......................................
9-22
G
General maintenance
Maintenance
...................................
9-20
General vehicle data
............................
11-3
Genuine parts
.......................................
3-6
Glove compartment
...........................
5-109
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Parking brake lever stroke
...............
9-19
Parking brake
............................
5-31
, 9-19
Parking lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-31
Polishing
............................................
9-36
Power brakes
......................................
5-44
Power outlet
.....................................
5-107
Power windows
..................................
5-28
Puncture (Tire changing)
.......................
8-6
R
Radio
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with CD player
....................................
7-19
General information about your radio 7-44
Rear combination lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Rear seats
............................................
4-5
Rear shelf panel
................................
5-110
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Rear turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Rearview mirror
Inside rearview mirror
.....................
5-32
Outside rearview mirrors
.................
5-33
Replacement of light bulbs
...................
9-26
Replacing tires and wheels
...................
9-16
Reporting Safety Defects
.....................
10-2
S
Safe driving techniques
.........................
6-4
Seat belts
.............................................
4-8
Adjustable seat be
lt shoulder anchor
.4-12
Child restraint systems
.....................
4-14
Front passenger seat belt warning light
.....
4-11 Maintenance and inspection
.............
4-21
Seat belt extender
............................
4-12
Seat belt force limitter system
..........
4-14
Seat belt instructions
........................
4-9
Seat belt pre-tensioners
....................
4-13
Seat belt use
during pregnancy
.........
4-13
Seats
...................................................
4-2
Front seats
.......................................
4-3
Head restraints
.................................
4-7
Heated seats
.....................................
4-4
Seats and restraint systems
................
4-2
Service brake
......................................
5-44
Service precautions
..............................
9-2
Side turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-27
Snow tires
..........................................
9-18
Spark plugs
........................................
9-20
Starting the engine
..............................
5-36
Steering
Electric power steeri
ng system (EPS) 5-49
Steering wheel he
ight adjustment
.....
5-32
Stop lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Storage spaces
..................................
5-108
Sun visors
........................................
5-106
Supplemental Restraint System
............
4-21
How the Supplementa
l Restraint System
works
..........................................
4-24
Maintenance service
.......................
4-36
T
Tail lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Replacement
..................................
9-32
Tank capacity
.....................................
11-7
Tire pressure monitoring system
...........
5-56
Tires
..................................................
9-12
Inflation pressures
..........................
9-15
Maintenance
...................................
9-16
Quality grading
..............................
10-2
Replacing tires and wheels
..............
9-16
Rotation
.........................................
9-17
Size (tire and wheel)
11-6
Snow tires
......................................
9-18
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