engine temp MITSUBISHI PAJERO IV 2011 Owners Manual

Fuel selection
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mended
fuel
Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane
num-
ber (EN228) 90 RON or higher (3000
models)
95 RON or higher (3800
models)
Diesel-powered vehicles
Vehicles to comply with the Euro 4
and Euro 5 regulation Cetane number (EN590)51 or higher
Vehicles to comply with the Euro 3
regulation Cetane number45 or higher CAUTION
l
For petrol-powered vehicles,
the use of lea-
ded fuel can result in serious damage to
the engine and catalytic converter. Do not
use leaded fuel.
l Diesel-powered vehicles to comply with
the Euro 4 and Euro 5 regulation are de-
signed to use only diesel fuel that meets
the EN 590 standard.
Use of any other type of diesel fuel would
adversely affect the engine’s performance
and durability. CAUTION
l
For diesel-powered vehicles,
if proper
“winter” fuel is not used in winter, the die-
sel preheat indication lamp may blink
and the engine speed may not rise above
the idling speed because of fuel freezing.
In this case, keep the engine idling for
about ten minutes, then turn off the igni-
tion switch and immediately turn it on
again to confirm that the diesel preheat in-
dication lamp is off. (Refer to “Diesel pre-
heat indication lamp” on page 3-08)
NOTE l It is advisable to sufficiently warm up the en-
gine
after starting

it when the outside temper-
ature is below zero °C.
l Due to the separation of paraffin, the fluidity
of the fuel decreases considerably as the tem-
perature falls. Because of this fact there are
two kinds of fuel: “summer” and “winter”.
This must be considered in winter use.
Select either of the two kinds of fuel in ac-
cordance with ambient temperature.
Above -5 °C: “Summer” diesel
Below -5 °C: “Winter” diesel
When travelling abroad, find out in advance
about the fuels served in local service stations.
l Petrol-powered vehicles have the knock con-
trol system so that you can use unleaded pet-
rol 91 RON as an emergent measure in case
unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher is not avail-
able on journey, etc. In such a case, you
don’t need to adjust the engine specially.
In case of using unleaded petrol 91 RON, the
engine performance level is reduced. l
In petrol-powered
vehicles,
repeatedly driv-
ing short distances at low speeds can cause
deposits to form in the fuel system and en-
gine, resulting in poor starting and poor accel-
eration.
If these problems occur, you are advised to
add a detergent additive to the gasoline when
you refuel the vehicle. The additive will re-
move the deposits, thereby returning the en-
gine to a normal condition. Be sure to use a
genuine MITSUBISHI FUEL SYSTEM
CLEANER. Using an unsuitable additive
could make the engine malfunction.
For details, please contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
l Poor quality petrol can cause problems such
as difficult starting, stalling, engine noise
and hesitation. If you experience these prob-
lems, try another brand and/or grade of petrol.
If the check engine warning lamp flashes,
have the system checked as soon as possible
at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
l In diesel-powered vehicles, poor-quality die-
sel fuel can cause deposits form in the injec-
tor, resulting in black smoke and rough idling.
If these problems occur, you are advised to
add a cleaning additive to the diesel fuel
when you refuel the vehicle. The additive
will break up and remove the deposits, there-
by returning the engine to a normal condition.
Be sure to use a genuine MITSUBISHI DIE-
SEL FUEL SYSTEM CLEANER. Using an
unsuitable additive could make the engine
malfunction. For details, please contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point. General information
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Keys
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The key fits all locks.Type 1
Type 2 WARNING
l When taking a
key on flights, do not
press any switches on the key while on
the plane. If a switch is pressed on the
plane, the key emits electromagnetic
waves, which could adversely affect the
plane’s flight operation.
When carrying a key in a bag, be careful
that no switches on the key can be easily
pressed by mistake.
NOTE l The
key number

is stamped on the tag as in-
dicated in the illustration.
Make a record of the key number and store
the key and key number tag in separate pla-
ces, so that you can order a key in the event
the original keys are lost.
l The key is a precision electronic device with
a built-in signal transmitter. Please observe
the following in order to prevent damage.
• Do not leave where it may be exposed toheat caused by direct sunlight, such as on
top of the dashboard.
• Do not take the remote control transmit- ter apart.
• Do not excessively bend the key or sub- ject it to strong impacts.
• Keep the remote control transmitter dry.
• Keep away from magnetic objects such as key rings.
• Keep away from devices that produce magnetism, such as audio systems, com-
puters and televisions.
• Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners. • Do
not leave the key where it may be ex-
posed to

high temperature or high humid-
ity.
l The engine is designed so that it will not
start if the ID code registered in the immobil-
izer computer and the key’s ID code do not
match. Refer to the “Electronic immobilizer”
section for details and key usage. Locking and unlocking
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Electronic immobilizer (Anti-
theft starting system) E00300201423
The electronic immobilizer
is designed to signifi-
cantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft. The
purpose of the system is to immobilize the vehicle
if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start attempt
can only be achieved by using a key “registered” to
the immobilizer system.
NOTE
l In the following cases, the vehicle may not
be able to receive the registered ID code
from the registered key and the engine may
not start.
• When the key contacts a key ring or othermetallic or magnetic object (Type A)
• When the key grip contacts metal of an- other key (Type B) • When
the key contacts or is close to other
immobilizing keys
(including keys of oth-
er vehicles) (Type C)

In cases like these, remove the object or
additional key from the vehicle key. Then
try again to start the engine. If the engine
does not start, we recommend you to con-
tact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point. l
Electronic immobilizer
is not compatible
with remote starting systems. Use of these sys-
tems may result in vehicle starting problems
and a loss of security protection.
l If you lose your key, order a key from your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point as soon as possible. To obtain a replace-
ment or extra spare key, take your vehicle
and all remaining keys to your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point. All the
keys have to be re-registered in the immobil-
izer computer unit. The immobilizer can reg-
ister up to 8 different keys for use. CAUTION
l
Don’t make
any
alterations or additions
to the immobilizer system; alterations or
additions could cause failure of the immo-
bilizer. Locking and unlocking
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l
Release the
switch as soon as the sunroof rea-
ches the fully open or fully closed position.
l If the sunroof does not operate when the sun-
roof switch is operated, release the switch
and check whether something is trapped by
the sunroof. If nothing is trapped, we recom-
mend you to have the sunroof checked.
l Depending on the model of ski carriers or
roof carriers, the sunroof may make contact
with the carrier when the sunroof is tilted up.
Be careful when tilting up the sunroof if such
a ski carrier or a roof carrier is installed.
l Be sure to close the sunroof completely
when washing the vehicle or when leaving
the vehicle.
l Be careful, not to put any wax on the weath-
erstrip (black rubber) around the sunroof
opening. If stained with wax, the weather-
strip cannot maintain a weatherproof seal
with the sunroof.
l After washing the vehicle or after it has
rained, wipe off any water that is on the sun-
roof before operating it.
l Operating the sunroof repeatedly with the en-
gine stationary will run down the battery. Op-
erate the sunroof while the engine is running. Sunshade
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Slide the sunshade manually to open and close it. CAUTION
l
Be careful that
hands are not trapped
when closing the sunshade. To open
When switch
(2)

is pressed, the sunshade and the
sunroof open together. To close
When switch
(1)

is pressed, the sunshade and the
sunroof close together.

If the sunroof is stopped midway, the sunshade will
no longer be able to close together with the sun-
roof. In such a situation, press switch (2) to fully
open the sunroof and then press switch (1).
NOTE
l When the sunroof is tilted up, the sunshade
is automatically opened slightly.
l Be sure to tilt down the sunroof before clos-
ing the sunshade.
l The sunshade cannot be closed with the sun-
roof opened.
Do not attempt to close the sunshade when
the sunroof is opened. Locking and unlocking
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NOTE
l To
prevent the
battery from running down,
operate the power seat with the engine run-
ning.
Armrest E00400900118
Slide forward the centre console lid while pressing
the right upper lever (A). To get in and out of the rear seat (3-
door models, passenger’s seat)
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The lever can be used to make getting in and out
easier. Pull up the lever (A) or depress the pedal (B), tilt
the seatback forward.
Then slide the entire seat for-
ward. To return the seat, raise the seatback, then
slide the entire seat backward until there is a
“click” in a locked position. Adjust the seat position. WARNING
l Do not drive the vehicle with the seatback
folded forward. The

seat is not retained
with the seatback in this position, so seri-
ous injuries could be suffered in the event
of hard braking or a collision. CAUTION
l
The reclining
mechanism
of the seatback
is spring loaded, causing it to return to
the vertical position when the lock lever
is operated. When using the lever, sit
close to the seatback or hold it with your
hand to control its return motion. Heated seats*
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The heated seats

can be operated with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position. Operate the switch as
indicated by arrows.
The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the
heater is on. 1 (HI)- Heater high (for quick heating).
2- Heater off.
3 (LO)- Heater low (to keep the seat warm).
CAUTION
l
Switch off seat heaters when not in use.
l Operate in
the

high position for quick heat-
ing. Once the seat is warm, set the heater
to low to keep it warm. Slight variations
in seat temperature may be felt while us-
ing the heated seats. This is caused by the
operation of the heater’s internal thermo-
stat and does not indicate a malfunction. Seat and seat belts
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Instruments
E005001002411- Speedometer (km/h or mph + km/h)
2- Tachometer
3-
Tripmeter
reset button/Daytime dipper button
4- Fuel gauge
5- Odometer/Tripmeter/Service reminder
6- Water temperature gauge Tachometer
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The tachometer indicates

the engine speed (r/min).
The tachometer helps you to obtain more economi-
cal driving and also warns you of excessive engine
speeds (Red zone). CAUTION
l
When driving, watch
the tachometer to
make sure that the engine speed indica-
tion does not rise into the red zone (exces-
sive engine rpm). Odometer/Tripmeter/Service remind-
er
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With the ignition

switch in the “ON” position, od-
ometer, tripmeter, and service reminder indications
are given. A- Odometer/Tripmeter/Service reminder
B- Reset button
TRIP
ODO
Service
reminder
TRIP
ODO Odometer
The
odometer indicates

the total distance the vehi-
cle has travelled. Instruments and controls
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Fuel gauge
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The fuel gauge
indicates the fuel level in the fuel
tank when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. F- Full
E- Empty
CAUTION
l
For petrol-powered
vehicles,
do not drive
with an extremely low fuel level; running
out of fuel could cause damage to the cat-
alytic converter.
l For diesel-powered vehicles, do not drive
with an extremely low fuel level; running
out of fuel could cause damage to the fuel
system.
NOTE l When
the vehicle

has been refuelled, the point-
er in the fuel gauge takes a short while to sta-
bilize. l
The fuel gauge will not give an accurate indi-
cation
if
the

vehicle is refuelled with the igni-
tion switch in the “ON” position.
l When the engine on diesel-powered vehicles
fails to operate due to running out of fuel, it
may sometimes be difficult to start after refu-
eling. This is due to air entering the fuel sys-
tem. Therefore, air must be bled from the sys-
tem. (Refer to “Bleeding the fuel system” on
page 6-06.)
Fuel lid mark
The fuel lid mark (A) indicates that the fuel tank fill-
er door is located on the right side of the vehicle.
Low fuel warning lamp E00508100595
The warning lamp (A) illuminates when the fuel lev-
el is getting

low (approx. 10 litres) with the igni-
tion switch in the “ON” position. Refuel as soon as
possible. NOTE
l On
inclines or

curves, due to the movement
of fuel in the tank, the low fuel warning lamp
may indicate incorrectly.
Water temperature gauge E00500800408
The water temperature gauge indicates the engine
coolant temperature when

the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position. CAUTION
l
If the indication
needle enters the H zone
while the engine is running, it indicates
that the engine is possibly overheating. Im-
mediately park your vehicle in a safe
place and make the necessary correc-
tions. (Refer to “Engine overheating” on
page 6-04.)
While driving, care should always be tak-
en to maintain the normal operating tem-
perature. Instruments and controls
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Indication and warning lamps
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Turn-signal indication lamps/Hazard warning indication lamps ® p. 3-08
2- Rear fog lamp indication lamp
® p. 3-08
3- Position lamp indication lamp ® p. 3-08
4- Front fog lamp indication lamp* ® p. 3-08
5- Automatic headlamp levelling warning lamp* ® p. 3-34
6- High-beam indication lamp ® p. 3-08
7- Active stability control function OFF indication lamp ® p. 4-43
8- Active stability control function indication lamp/Active traction control func-
tion indication lamp ® p. 4-43, 4-44
9- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp ® p. 4-40
10- Brake warning lamp ® p. 3-09
11- Supplement Restraint System (SRS) warning lamp ® p. 2-43
12- Seat belt warning lamp ® p. 2-21
13- A/T fluid temperature warning lamp (vehicles with A/T) ® p. 4-22
14- CRUISE indication lamp* ® p. 4-45 15-
“SONAR OFF” indication lamp* ® p. 4-52
16- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning lamp* ®
p. 4-15
17- Diesel preheat indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles) ® p. 3-08
18- Fuel filter indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles) ® p. 3-08
19- Check engine warning lamp ® p. 3-10
20- Charge warning lamp ® p. 3-10
21- Oil pressure warning lamp ® p. 3-10
22- Low fuel warning lamp ® p. 3-05
23- 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp ® p. 4-26
24- The rear differential lock indication lamp* ® p. 4-29
25- Door ajar warning lamp ® p. 3-11
26- Service reminder ® p. 3-03
27- Sports mode indicator (vehicles with A/T) ® p. 4-21
28- Selector lever position indication lamps (vehicles with A/T, “N” indication
lamp is used also as A/T warning lamp) ® p. 4-20 Instruments and controls
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Starting
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Tips for starting l Do not
operate
the starter motor continuous-
ly longer than 10 seconds; doing so could
run down the battery. If the engine does not
start, turn the ignition key back to “LOCK”
position, wait a few seconds, and then try
again. Trying repeatedly with the starter mo-
tor still turning will damage the starter mech-
anism. WARNING
l Never
run
the
engine in a closed or poor-
ly ventilated area any longer than is nee-
ded to move your vehicle in or out of the
area. Carbon monoxide gases are odour-
less and can be fatal. CAUTION
l
Never attempt to
start the engine by push-
ing or pulling the vehicle.
l Do not run the engine at high rpm or
drive the vehicle at high speed until the en-
gine has had a chance to warm up.
l Release the ignition key as soon as the en-
gine starts to avoid damaging the starter
motor.
l If your vehicle is equipped with a turbo-
charger, do not stop the engine immedi-
ately after high-speed or uphill driving.
First allow the engine to idle to give the
turbocharger a chance to cool down. Starting the engine (petrol-powered ve-
hicles)
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The starting procedure is as follows:
1. Insert the ignition

key and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Fully depress the clutch pedal (M/T).
5. On vehicles with M/T, place the gearshift lev- er in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with A/T, make sure the selector
lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with M/T Vehicles with A/T 6. After turning the ignition key to the “ON” po-
sition, make

certain that all warning lamps
are functioning properly before starting the
engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” posi- tion without depressing the accelerator pedal,
and release it when the engine starts. NOTE
l A
ticking noise

may be heard after starting
the engine. This is not an abnormal condi-
tion. The noise will disappear after a short
time of engine running.
If the ticking noise continues after the engine
is warmed up, we recommend you to have
your vehicle checked.
Using the MIVEC engine
The MIVEC engine automatically switches its in-
take-valve control between a low-speed mode and
a high-speed mode in accordance with driving con-
ditions for maximum engine performance.
NOTE l To protect the engine, the high-speed mode
may not be selected while the engine coolant
temperature is low. In such a case, the engine
revolutions do not rise to over 5,000 rpm
even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Starting the engine (diesel-powered ve-
hicles) E00601800086
1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3.

Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Fully depress the clutch pedal (M/T).
5. On vehicles with M/T, place the gearshift lev- er in the “N” (Neutral) position. Starting and driving
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On vehicles with A/T, make sure
the selector
lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with M/T Vehicles with A/T6. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
The diesel preheat

indication lamp will first
illuminate, and then after a short time go out,
indicating that preheating is completed.
NOTE l If the engine is cold, the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp is on for a longer time.
l When the engine has not been started within
about 5 seconds after the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp went out, return the ignition key
to the “LOCK” position. Then, turn the key
to the “ON” position to preheat the engine
again.
l When the engine is warm, the diesel preheat
indication lamp does not come on even if the
ignition key is placed in the “ON” position.
Start the engine by turning the ignition key
right to the “START” position. 7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” posi-
tion without depressing the accelerator pedal,
and release it when the engine starts.
Fuel injection amount learning proc-
ess (diesel-powered vehicles) E00616000044
To keep

exhaust emissions and engine noise low,
the engine very

occasionally performs a learning
process for the fuel injection amount.
The engine sounds slightly different from usual
while the learning process is taking place. The
change in the engine sound does not indicate a fault. Diesel particulate filter (DPF)*
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The diesel particulate

filter (DPF) is a device that
captures most of the particulate matter (PM) in the
exhaust emissions of the diesel engine. The DPF au-
tomatically burns away trapped PM during vehicle
operation. Under certain driving conditions, howev-
er, the DPF is not able to burn away all of the trap-
ped PM and, as a result, an excessive amount of
PM accumulates inside it. WARNING
l The DPF reaches very high temperatures.
Do not
park

your vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry grass
or leaves can come in contact with a hot
exhaust system since a fire could occur. CAUTION
l
Do not use
any type of fuel or engine oil
that is not specified for your vehicle. Al-
so, do not use any moisture-removing
agent or other fuel additive. Such substan-
ces could have a detrimental effect on the
DPF.
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 02 and
“Engine oil” on page 8-04.
NOTE l To
minimize the

likelihood of excessive ac-
cumulation of PM, try to avoid driving for
long periods at low speeds and repeatedly
driving short distances. Starting and driving
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