charging MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER III 2015 User Guide

Battery
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-13
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The condition of the batte
ry is very important
for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’selectrical system working properly. Check the battery regularly. If battery performance
is suspect, have the
battery and charging
system tested by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice.
The electrolyte level
must be between the
limits shown on the outside
of the battery. Fill
it with distilled water
as needed. The inside of
the battery is divided into several compart- ments. Take the cap off of each compartmentand fill to the mark. Do not fill above the t
op line because a spill
during driving could cause damage. The battery is weaker in cold temperatures. This has to do with its chemical and physicalproperties and is why a very cold battery, especially one with a lo
w charge, will have a
hard time starting your vehicle.It is recommended that you have your battery and charging system checked by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice
before the start of cold
weather. If necessary, have it charged. Thiswill provide more reliab
le starting, and longer
battery life. To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine. Disconne
ct the negative (-) terminal
first, then the positive
(+) terminal. To recon-
nect the battery, first
connect the positive (+)
terminal and then the negative (-) terminal,before starting the vehicle.
CAUTION Do not let any petrol
eum-based fluid touch,
mix with, or get into the brake fluid. Thiswill damage the seals. Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can damage painted surfaces. Use only the listed brake fluid. Different brands of brake fluid have different addi-tives, and these can cause a chemical reac- tion. Do not mix brands of brake fluid. Keep the reservoir ta
nk cap closed to keep
the brake fluid from evaporating.
Battery
NOTE
 After replacing the battery, the electronic control system data for the automatic trans-axle, etc., will be erased.As a result, shifting may be rough. Shifting will become smoother after several changes in speed.
Checking battery electrolyte level During cold weather
Disconnection and connection
NOTE
 Open the terminal cover (A) before discon- necting or connecting the positive (+) termi- nal of the battery.  Loosen the nut (B) and then disconnect the battery cable from the positive (+) terminal.
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Tires 9-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
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It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms:  Cold tire pressure: • The measured pressure after the vehicle has been parked for
at least three hours,
or• The measured pressure when the vehicle is driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having been parked for three hours.
 Maximum pressure: the maximum per- missible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire.
WA R N I N G Never disconnect the battery while the engine is running, or you could damagethe vehicle’s electrical parts. Never short-circuit the battery. This could cause it to overheat and be damaged. Keep sparks, cigarette
s, and flames away
from the battery because the battery couldexplode. Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corro- sive diluted sulfuric acid. If it spills on nearby parts, it can crack, stain, or dis- color them. And if it gets on your skin orin your eyes, it can cause burns or blind- ness. Please observe the following han- dling instructions:• If electrolyte gets on plastic parts orother nearby parts, wipe it off with a softcloth or chamois soak
ed in a solution of
water and neutral detergent then imme- diately rinse the affected parts withplenty of water.• If electrolyte gets on your hands orclothes, rinse thoroughly with water. If electrolyte gets in
your eyes, flush them
with water immediately and get immedi-ate medical attention.
 Open doors and wind
ows in any closed
space where you may be charging or working with the battery. Always wear protective clothing and gog- gles when working with the battery, or have a skilled automobi
le technician do it.
If you are quick-charging your battery, first disconnect the battery cables. In order to prevent a short-circuit, be sure to disconnect the negative (-) terminal first, and reconnect it last. If the electrolyte level
is very low, have the
battery checked at an
authorized Mitsubi-
shi Motors dealer or
a repair facility of
your choice. Battery posts, termin
als and related acces-
sories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.NOTE
 Check each battery terminal for corrosion. You can prevent further corrosion by wash-ing with a solution of
baking soda and water.
Grease the posts and cl
amps after cleaning or
tightening them.  Ensure the battery is securely installed and cannot be moved. Also
check each terminal
for tightness.  If you will not be driv
ing your vehicle for a
long period of time, re
move the battery and
store it in a place where the battery fluid will not freeze. The batter
y only should be stored
with a full charge.  Before cleaning the ba
ttery, tighten all the
filler port caps to keep
dirt and moisture out.
WA R N I N G
Tires
WA R N I N GDriving with tires that are worn, damaged or improperly inflated is dangerous.These type tire conditions will adversely affect vehicle performance. These type tire conditions can also cause atread separation or blowout which may result in an accide
nt causing serious
injury or death. Tires, including spar
e tire, degrade over
time with age even when they are notbeing used. It is recommended that tires over 6 years generally be replaced even if damage isnot obvious.
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
Numerics
12 V power outlets
............................
5-210
4-wheel drive operation
.......................
5-80
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-6
Active stability control (ASC)
..............
5-89
Adaptive Cruise Cont
rol System (ACC) 5-96
Air bag
..............................................
4-33
Air cleaner filter
...................................
9-9
Air conditioner
Automatic climate control air conditioner
.
7-5Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-14
Air purifier
.........................................
7-14
All-wheel drive operation
....................
5-80
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-42
AM/FM radio
.....................................
7-15
Antenna
Roof antenna
..................................
7-47
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-86
Arm rest
...............................................
4-9
Assist grip
........................................
5-220
Audio
AM/FM radio
.................................
7-15
CD player
......................................
7-15
Troubleshooting
.............................
7-45
Automatic climate cont
rol air conditioner 7-5
Automatic transaxle
............................
5-60
Fluid
.....................................
9-10
, 11-7
Selector le
ver operation
..................
5-60
Selector lever positions
...................
5-63
Sports mode
...................................
5-64
B
Back-up light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-30
Replacement
..................................
9-37
Ball joint, steering linka
ge seals, drive shaft
boots
...............................................
9-23
Battery
..............................................
9-13
Charging system warning light
.......
5-168
Checking battery
electrolyte level
....
9-13
Disconnection and connection
.........
9-13
During cold weather
.......................
9-13
Specification
..................................
11-6
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface
....................
5-185
Bottle holders
....................................
5-218
Brake
Fluid
.....................................
9-12
, 11-7
Brake assist
........................................
5-86
Braking
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-86
Braking
...........................................
6-5
Hose
..............................................
9-23
Pad wear alarm
...............................
5-84
Parking brake
.................................
5-52
Pedal
.............................................
5-84
Pedal free play
................................
9-21
Power brakes
..................................
5-84
Service brake
..................................
5-84
Warning lights and buzzer
.............
5-167
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-3
Bulb capacity
......................................
9-30
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-7
Card holder
............................
5-209
, 5-214
Cargo area cover
...............................
5-218
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Cargo room light
...............................
5-213
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-32
Catalytic converter
................................
9-2
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles
............................................
5-83
CD player
...........................................
7-15
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging system warning light
...........
5-168
Child restraint systems
........................
4-25
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-35
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