engine MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2017 6.G Manual PDF

Safe driving techniques 6-4 Driving safety
6
Replace your tires before they are heavily worn out.On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, there
is a risk of damage
to the tire inflation pressure sensors when thetire is replaced on the
rim. Tire replacement
should, only be perform
ed by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and hi
gh-beam indicators on
the instrument panel. Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for
fuel, water, oil, or
other leaks. Make sure
all the fluid levels are
correct. Also, if you
can smell fuel, you need
to find out why imme
diately and have it
fixed.
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Even this vehicle’s sa
fety equipment, and
your safest driving, ca
nnot guarantee that you
can avoid an accident or injury. However, if
you give extra attention to the following areas, you can better protect yourself andyour passengers:  Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather c
onditions. Leave plenty
of stopping distance
between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead.  Before changing lanes, check your mir- rors, your blind spots, and use your turn-signal light.  While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicycl
ists, and pedestrians.
 Always obey applicab
le laws and regula-
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Alwaysleave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking.  If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle re
gistration laws and
make sure you will be able to get the right fuel.
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 Check the battery. At the same time, check the terminals and wiring. Duringextremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong. Also, the battery power level may drop beca
use more power is
used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs at the proper speed and ifthe headlights are as bright as normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. During extreme cold weather, it is possi-ble that a very low battery could freeze.  Warm the engine sufficiently. After start- ing the engine, allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylinders. Then drive your vehicle slowly. Stay at low speeds at first so that the man- ual transaxle oil or the automatic transaxle fluid has time to spread to all the lubrica-tion points.  Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather conditions. This is normaland shifting will get easier as the transaxle warms up.  Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of a leak or from engine overheating, add Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super LongLife Coolant Premium or equivalent.
Lights Fluid leaks Safe driving techniques
Driving during cold weather
WA R N I N G The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any spark or flame can cause the bat- tery to explode, which could cause serious injury or death.Always wear protecti
ve clothes and a face
mask when working wi
th your battery, or
let a skilled mechanic do it.
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Braking
Driving safety 6-5
6
Please read this section in conjunction with the “Engine coolant” on page 9-7.
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All parts of the brake system are critical to safety. Have the vehicle serviced by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repairfacility of your choice at regular intervals according to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately
after starting, espe-
cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brakediscs or brake drums, and prevent normal braking after driving in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed.If this occurs, dry the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal.
On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brak
es less effective.
While driving in such conditions, pay closeattention to surrounding
vehicles and to the
condition of the road surface. From time to time, lightly depress the brake pedal andcheck how effective the brakes are. It is important to take
advantage of the engine
braking by downshifting while driving on steep downhill roads in order to prevent thebrakes from overheating.
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When parking on a hill, set the parking brake,and turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from
the curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to the wheels.
Place the gearshift lever into the “R” hill slope, into the 1st position when parking on an uphill slope. Be sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and that the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before
moving the selector
lever to the “P” (PARK) position. This pre-vents loading the parking brake against the transaxle. When this happens, it is difficult to move the selector lever out of the “P” Never leave the engine running while you take a short nap or rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or poorly venti-lated place.
WA R N I N G Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned.
Braking When brakes are wet
When driving in cold weather When driving downhill Parking Parking on a hill
For vehicles equipped with man- ual transaxle For vehicles equipped with contin- uously variable transmission (CVT) Parking with the engine run- ning
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Loading information 6-6 Driving safety
6
Your front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over curbs or parking stop blocks. Be careful when traveling up or down steepslopes where your bumper can scrape the road. More effort could be required to turn the steering wheel. Refer to “Electric power steering system(EPS)” on page 5-51.
Always carry the key and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Always try to park your vehicle in a well litarea.
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It is very importa
nt to know how much
weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight andincludes the weight of
all occupants, cargo,
non-factory-installed options, if any, being towed. The tire and load
ing information plac-
ard located on the driver’s door sill of your vehicle will show how
much weight it may
properly carry. It is important to fami
liarize yourself with the
following terms before loading your vehicle:
 Vehicle maximum load on the tire: load on an individual tire th
at is determined by
distributing to each ax
le its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two. Vehicle normal load on the tire: load on an individual tire that is
determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its share of the curbweight, accessory
weight, and normal
occupant weight and dividing by two.  Maximum loaded vehicle weight: the sum of - (a) Curb weight;(b) Accessory weight; (c) Vehicle capacity weight; and (d) Production options weight. Curb weight: the weight of a motor vehi- cle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil, and cool-
ant.  Accessory weight: the combined weight (in excess of those standard items whichmay be replaced) of automatic transmis- sion, power steering
, power brakes, power
windows, power seats,
radio, and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as factory- installe
d equipment (whether
installed or not). Vehicle capacity weight: the rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lbs (68 kg)
*
times the vehicle’s designated seatingcapacity.
WA R N I N G Leaving the engine ru
nning risks injury or
death from accidentally moving the gear-shift lever (manual transaxle) or the selec-tor lever (CVT) or from the accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the passenger compartment.
Where you park
WA R N I N G Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as dry grass orleaves can come in
contact with a hot
exhaust, since a fire could occur.
Do not keep the steering wheel fully turned for a long time
When leaving the vehicle Loading information
WA R N I N G Never overload your ve
hicle. Overloading
can damage your vehicl
e, adversely affect
vehicle performance, including handlingand braking, cause tire failure, and result in an accident.
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Heater without air conditioning function (if so equipped) 7-4 Comfort controls
7
Air flows mainly to the windshield and the door windows.
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The heater can only be used while the engineis running.
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.Turning the dial clockwise will increase the blower speed; turning
the dial counterclock-
wise will decrease it. When the dial is set tothe “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
NOTE
 With the mode selec
tion dial between the
“ ” and “ ” positions, air flows mainly to the leg area. With the mode selection dial between the “ ”and “ ” positions, air flows mainly to the windshield and the door windows.
Defroster position
Heater without air condi- tioning function
(if so equipped)

1- Temperature control dial 2- Blower speed selection dial 3- Electric rear win
dow defogger switch
 P. 5-84
4- Mode selection dial 5- Air selection lever
Blower speed selection dial

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Heater without air conditioning function (if so equipped) 7-6 Comfort controls
7
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or counterclockwise to
the desired tempera-
ture. Select the desire
d blower speed to fit
your needs.
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Set the mode selection
dial to the positions
shown in the illustration and set the air selec- tion lever to the outside air position. The air flow will be directed to the leg area and the upper part of the passenger compart-ment. Set the desired blower speed. Warm air flows to the leg area and unheated or slightly warm air (depending upon the position of the temperat
ure control dial) flows
to the upper part of the passenger compart-ment.
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Set the mode selection dial (between “ ” windshield and door window. For ordinary defrosting Use this setting to ke
ep the windshield and
door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow). 1. Set the mode select
ion dial to the “ ”
CAUTION The engine speed may increase when the heater is operating. With an increased engi
ne speed, a CVT vehi-
cle will creep to a greater degree than with a lower engine speed. Fully depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.NOTE
 For quick heating, set the blower speed at the 3rd position.
Combination of unheated air and heated air

Defrosting or defogging (wind-shield, door windows)

CAUTION For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows.
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Manual air conditioning (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-7
7
2. Set the air selection le
ver to the outside air
position.3. Select your desired
blower speed by turn-
ing the blower spee
d selection dial.
4. Select your desired
temperature by turn-
ing the temperature control dial.
For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” 2. Set the air selection le
ver to the outside air
position. 3. Set your blower to the maximum speed. 4. Set the temperature to the highest posi-tion.
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The air conditioning can only be used whilethe engine is running.
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed se
lection dial.
Turning the dial clockwise will increase the blower speed; turning
the dial counterclock-
wise will decrease it. When the dial is set tothe “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
NOTE
 To defog quickly, direct the air flow from the side vents toward the door windows.
Manual air conditioning
(if so
equipped)

1- Temperature control dial 2- Air conditioning switch 3- Blower speed selection dial 4- Electric rear window defogger
switch
 P.5-84
5- Mode selection dial 6- Air selection lever
Blower speed selection dial

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Manual air conditioning (if so equipped) 7-8 Comfort controls
7
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Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to make the air warmer
. Turn it counterclock-
wise to make the air cooler.
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To change air flow di
rection, turn the mode
selection dial. Refer to “Changing the mode selection” on page 7-2.
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Normally, use the outside air position to keep the windshield and side windows clear and to quickly remove fog or frost from the wind-shield. To change the air selection, use the air selec- tion lever.  “ ” Outside air  “ ” Recirculated air
If the outside air is dusty or contaminated in some way, use the
recirculat
ion position.
Switch to the outside
air position every now
and then to keep the windows from foggingup.
Temperature control dial

NOTE
 While the engine coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until
the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the dial.
Mode selection dial

Air selection lever

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Manual air conditioning (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-9
7
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Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will turn on. The air conditioningindicator light (A) will come on. Push the switch again and the air condition- ing compressor will stop and the indicator light (A) goes off.
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Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” posi- tion and set the air sele
ction lever to the out-
side air position. Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or counterclockwise to
the desired tempera-
ture. Select the desire
d blower speed to fit
your needs.
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1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” 2. Set the air selection le
ver to the outside air
position.3. Push the air conditioning switch. 4. Change the temperature by turning the control dial clockwise or counterclock-wise. 5. Set the desired blower speed.
CAUTION Using recirculated ai
r for a long time may
cause the windows to fog up.
Air conditioning switch

Operating the ai
r conditioning
system

Heating

NOTE
 For quick heating, set th
e blower speed at the
3rd position.
Cooling

CAUTION The engine speed may increase when the air conditioning (cooler or
heater) is operating.
With an increased engi
ne speed, a CVT vehi-
cle will creep to a greater degree than with a lower engine speed. Fully depress the brakepedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.
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Automatic air conditioning (if so equipped)
7
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The air conditioning can only be used
while the engine is running.
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Automatic air conditioning
(if so equipped)

Ty p e 1 Ty p e 2
1- Temperature control switch 2- Air conditioning switch 3- MODE switch4- Air selection switch 5- Blower speed selection switch 6- Defogger switch7- AUTO switch 8- Electric rear window defogger switch
 P.5-84
9- OFF switch 10- Temperature display 11- Mode selection display 12- Air selecti
on indicator
13- Air conditioning indicator 14- AUTO indicator 15- Blower speed display
NOTE
 There is an interior air temperature sensor (A) in the illustrated position. Never place anything ov
er the sensor, since
doing so will prevent it from functioningproperly.
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Automatic air conditioning (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-13
7
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Press of the blower speed selection switch to increase the blower speed. Press of the blower speed selection switch to decrease the blower speed.The selected blower speed will be shown in the display (A).
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Press or of the temperature controlswitch to the desired temperature. The selected temperature will be shown in thedisplay (A).
 A sound will be made every time you push any of the switches.
Blower speed selection switch

NOTE
1- Increase 2- DecreaseTemperature control switch

NOTE
 The temperature value
of air conditioning is
switched in conjunction
with outside temper-
ature display unit of the multi informationdisplay. Refer to “Changing the
temperature unit” on
page 5-74.  While the engine coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air from the heaterwill be cool/cold unti
l the engine warms up,
even if you have selected warm air with the switch.To prevent the windshield and windows from fogging up, the vent mode
will be changed to
“ ” and the blower speed will be reduced. When the temperature is set to the highest or the lowest setting under the AUTO opera-tion, the air selection
and the air conditioning
will be automatically changed as follows. • Quick Heating (When the temperature is set to the highest setting) Outside air will be introduced and the airconditioning will stop. If the air selection
and the air conditioning
are operated manually after an automaticchangeover, manual
operation will be
selected. • Quick Cooling (When th
e temperature is set
to the lowest setting) Inside air will be re
circulated and the air
conditioning will operate.
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