cooling MITSUBISHI SHOGUN 2003 Owner's Manual (in English)

H16A297A
Rear ventilators
EH16ABJa
1- Roof ventilators
2- Rear floor ventilators*
(from under the second seat)
3- Rear floor ventilators*
(from side of the third seat)
H16A038A
A
Air flow direction adjustmentAdjust the direction of the air flow by mov-
ing the knob (A).
H23A255A
LHDFront heater/Manual air
conditioning*
EH04AOH
The front heater and the air conditioning
can be operated while the engine is run-
ning. The performance of the heater is
directly related to the temperature of the
engine coolant, so operate the heater after
the engine has had a chance to warm up.
The amount of air flow can be regulated by
adjusting the blower speed.
1- Air conditioning switch*
Push the switch when the blower is
switched on, and the air conditioning
unit (cooling/dehumidifying function) will
operate, turning the operation indica-
tor lamp on.
Push the switch again, and the air con-
ditioning unit will stop.
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4- Mode selection dial
Main flow directions:
(Face position)
Air flows to the upper part of the
passenger compartment.(Foot/face position)
Air flows to the upper part of the
passenger compartment, and the leg
area.(Foot position)
Air flows to the leg areas.(Foot/ demister position)
Air flows to the leg areas, wind-
screen and door windows.(Demister position)
Air flows to the windscreen and the
door windows.
NOTE
Air always flows out from the side ventila-
tors regardless of the mode selection dial
position.5- Air selection switch
Every time the switch is pressed, alter-
ation is made between outside air intro-
duction and inside air recirculation.
When inside air is recirculated, the indi-
cator lamp comes on.
(Outside position)
Outside air is introduced into the pas-
senger compartment.
(Recirculation position)
Air is recirculated inside the passen-
ger compartment.
NOTE
Normally, use the outside position to keep
the windscreen and side windows clear and
quickly remove fog or frost from the wind-
screen.
If high cooling performance is desired, or
if the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated use the recirculation position.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
CAUTION
Use of the recirculation position for
extended time may cause the win-
dows to fog up.
H03B062A
LHDLeg area heating
EH03BABe
Set the mode selection dial to the posi-
tion shown in the illustration and set the air
selection switch (A) to the outside posi-
tion.
Adjust the temperature by turning the tem-
perature control dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise.
Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE
When the maximum heating is needed, set
the blower speed at 3rd position.
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H04F071A
LHDCooling
(Vehicles with air conditioning)
EH04FOH
Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
Set the air selection switch (A) to the out-
side position and push the air condition-
ing switch (B).
Adjust the temperature by turning the tem-
perature control dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise. Select the desired blower speed.
H04F078A
RHDNOTE
If the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated, or if high cooling performance
is desired, set air selection switch to the
recirculation position and the tempera-
ture control dial all the way to the left.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
CAUTION
When using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as
the air conditioning compressor is
switched on/off automatically. Espe-
cially for vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from
creeping.
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H14B069A
H14B107A
Operating the system as an auto-
matic air conditioning
EH14BOH
In normal conditions, use the system in the
“AUT”(AUTO) mode and follow these
procedures:
1- Set the blower speed selection dial to
the“AUT”(AUTO) position.
2- Turn the temperature control dial to set
the desired temperature.
The temperature can be set within a
range of 15 to 29.
The temperature will gradually increase
as the dial is turned to the right.NOTE
(1) Set the temperature, under normal
operating conditions, at around 22.
(2) When the temperature is set to the
highest or the lowest setting under the
AUTO operation, the air selection and
the air conditioning will be automati-
cally changed as follows:
•Quick Heating (When the tempera-
ture is set to the highest setting)
Outside air will be introduced.
•Quick Cooling (When the tempera-
ture is set to the lowest setting)
Inside air will be recirculated and the
air conditioning will operate.
If the air selection is operated manu-
ally after an automatic changeover,
manual operation will be selected.
3- Set the mode selection dial to the“AUT”
(AUTO) position.
The outlet port (except“
”and“
”),
recirculation/outside - air select and blower
speed, and ON/OFF of air conditioning will
be controlled automatically.
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H14E015A
Change of air selection
EH14EOH
Every time the air selection switch is
pressed, alteration is made between out-
side air introduction and inside air recircu-
lation.
When inside air is recirculated, the indica-
tor lamp (A) comes on.
(Outside position)
Outside air is introduced into the pas-
senger compartment.
(Recirculation position)
Air is recirculated inside the passenger
compartment.NOTE
(1) Normally, use outside position to keep
the windscreen and side windows clear
and quickly remove fog or frost from
the windscreen.
If high cooling performance is desired,
or if the outside air is dusty or other-
wise contaminated, use the recircula-
tion position. Switch to the outside
position periodically to increase venti-
lation so that the windows do not
become fogged up.
(2) When the mode selection dial or the
blower speed selection dial is set to the
“AUT”(AUTO) position again after
manual operation, the air selection
switch will also be automatically con-
trolled.
CAUTION
Use of the recirculation position for
extended time may cause the win-
dows to fog up.
H14C079A
Change of the blower speed
EH13F-L
Adjust the fan speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise.
The blower speed will gradually increase as
the dial is turned to the right.
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H03D152A
- For quick demisting
1- Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
2- Set the blower speed to the maximum
blower speed position.
3- Set the temperature to the maximum
temperature position.
NOTE
(1) While the mode selection dial is set to
the“
”position, the air condition-
ing will operate automatically and the
outside air position will also be selected
automatically. This is done for opti-
mum performance.
(In the case, the air conditioning indi-
cator lamp will not change.)
(2) Do not set the temperature control dial
around the max. cool position. Cool air
will blow against the window glasses
and form mist on them.
H04F099A
Cooling
EH04FAOb
Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
Set the air selection switch (A) to the out-
side position and push the air condition-
ing switch (B).
Adjust the temperature by turning the tem-
perature control dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise. Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE
If the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated, or if high cooling performance
is desired, set the air selection switch to the
recirculation position and the tempera-
ture control dial all the way to the left.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
CAUTION
(1) When using the air condition-
ing, the idling speed may slightly
increase as the air condition-
ing compressor is switched
on/off automatically. Especially
for vehicles with an automatic
transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the
brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
(2) On 3500 models, if a problem is
detected in the air conditioning
compressor, the air condition-
ing operation indicator lamp
blinks. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place, turn off the engine, then
restart the engine. If the air con-
ditioning operation indicator
lamp does not blink, there is no
problem. If it does blink, have it
checked at an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
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H18A140A
Type CThe temperature will gradually decrease as
the dial is turned to the right.
Air purifier
EH14K-Jb
Operate the blower, and the air purifier
incorporated in the heater or air condition-
ing will operate to purify air in the passen-
ger compartment.
NOTE
The air purifier contains a filter. The dirt
settles on the filter, decreasing the air puri-
fication efficiency. It is, therefore, recom-
mended that the filter be cleaned every 12
months or every 12, 000 km (7,400 miles).
For the detail, refer to your authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
Important operation tips for air
conditioning
EH04JALc
(1) Park the vehicle in the shade.
Parking in the hot sun will make the
vehicle interior extremely hot, and it will
require more to cool the interior.
If it is necessary to park in the sun,
open the windows for the first few min-
utes of air conditioning operation to
expel the hot air.
(2) Close the windows when the air con-
ditioning is in use. The entry of out-
side air through open windows will
reduce the cooling efficiency.
(3) Too much cooling is not good for the
health. The inside air temperature
should only be 5 to 6°C below the out-
side air temperature.
(4) When operating the system, make sure
the air intake, which is located in front
of the windscreen, is free of obstruc-
tions such as leaves. Leaves col-
lected in the air-intake plenum may
reduce air flow and plug the plenum
water drains.
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N28A172A
E LHD* RHD*E: 3200 models
*: Optional equipment
WARNING
(1) Be sure to observe the connect-
ing sequence of➀→➁→➂→➃.
(2) Make sure that the connection➃
is made to the appointed posi-
tion (shown in the illustration). If
the connection is made directly
to the negative side of the bat-
tery, the inflammable gases gen-
erated from the battery might
catch fire and explode.
(3)
When connecting the jumper
cable, do not connect the posi-
tive (+) cable to the negative (-)
terminal. Otherwise sparks may
cause explosion of the battery.
CAUTION
(1) Take care not to get the jumper
cable caught in the cooling fan
or other rotating part in the
engine compartment.
(2) Use the proper cables suitable
for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the
cables could result.
(3) Check the jumper cables for
damage and corrosion before
use.
6. Start the engine in the vehicle which has
the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
CAUTION
Keep running the engine of the
vehicle giving assistance.
7. After the engine is started, disconnect
the cables in the reverse order.
WARNING
(1) Charging the battery while it is
installed in the vehicle might
cause the battery to catch fire
and explode. Or damage to the
vehicle could result. If it has to
be charged in that condition for
unavoidable reasons, discon-
nect the vehicle side negative (-)
terminal connected to the bat-
tery.
(2) Keep sparks, cigarettes and
flames away from the battery
because the battery may pro-
duce an explosion.
(3) Use adequate ventilation when
charging or using the battery in
an enclosed space.
(4) Remove all the caps before
charging the battery.
(5) Electrolyte is corrosive diluted
sulphuric acid.
If electrolyte (battery acid)
comes into contact with your
hands, eyes, clothes or the
painted surface of your vehicle,
it should be thoroughly flushed
with water. If electrolyte gets in
your eyes, flush them with water
immediately and thoroughly, and
get prompt medical attention.
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N26A143A
Engine coolant
EM36A-Tb
A translucent coolant reserve tank is
located in the engine compartment. The
coolant level in this tank should be kept
between the“LOW”and“FULL”marks
when measured while the engine is cold .
The cooling system is a closed system and
normally the loss of coolant should be very
slight. A noticeable drop in the coolant level
could indicate leakage. If this occurs, have
the system checked at an authorized
MITSUBISHI dealer as soon as possible.
If the level should drop below the“LOW”
level on the reserve tank, open the lid and
add coolant.
Also, if the reserve tank is completely
empty, remove the radiator cap and add
coolant until the level reaches the filler
neck.
WARNING
Do not open the radiator cap while
the engine is hot. The coolant sys-
tem is under pressure and any hot
coolant escaping could cause severe
burns.Anti-freezeThe engine coolant contains an ethylene
glycol anti-corrosion agent. The cylinder
head and water pump housing are cast alu-
minium alloy, and periodic changing of the
engine coolant is necessary to prevent cor-
rosion of these parts.
Use DIA QUEEN SUPER LONG LIFE
COOLANT or equivalent.
MITSUBISHI Genuine Coolant has excel-
lent protection against corrosion and rust
formation of all metals including alu-
minium and can avoid clogs in the radia-
tor, heater, cylinder head, engine block, etc.
Because of the necessity of this
anti-corrosion agent, the coolant must not
be replaced with plain water even in sum-
mer. The required concentration of
anti-freeze differs depending on the
expected ambient temperature.Ambient temperature
(minimum)°C–15–20–25–30–35–50
Anti-freeze
concentration %30 35 40 45 50 60
CAUTION
(1) Do not use alcohol or metha-
nol anti-freeze or any engine
coolants mixed with alcohol or
methanol anti-freeze. The use of
an improper anti-freeze can
cause corrosion of the alu-
minium components.
(2) For effective anti-corrosion and
anti-freeze performance, keep
the anti-freeze concentration
within the range of 30 to 60%.
Concentrations exceeding 60%
will result in a reduction of both
the anti-freeze and cooling per-
formance thus adversely affect-
ing the engine.
(3) Do not top up with water only.
Water by itself reduces the
rust-protective and anti-freeze
qualities of the coolant and has
a lower boiling point. It can also
cause damage to the cooling
system if it should freeze. Do not
use tapwater, as it can cause
corrosion and rust formation.
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