Service precautions
Adequate care of your vehicle at regular intervals serves to preserve the value and appearance as long as possible.
Maintenance items as described in this owner’s manual can be performed by the owner.
We recommend you to have the periodic inspection and maintenance performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point or another specialist.
In the event a malfunction or other problem is discovered, we recommend you to have it checked and repaired. This section contains information on inspection maintenance procedures that you can do yourself. Follow the instructions and cautions for each of the various procedures.
Warning
► When checking or servicing the inside of the engine compartment, make sure
the engine is switched off and has had a chance to cool down.
► If it is necessary to do work in the engine compartment with the engine running,
be especially careful that your clothing, hair, etc., does not become caught by
the fan, drive belts, or other moving parts.
► The fan may turn on automatically even if the engine is not running; turn the
ignition switch to “LOCK” position and remove the key to ensure safety while you
work in the engine compartment.
► Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames around fuel or battery. The fumes
are flammable.
► Be extremely cautious when working around the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulphuric acid.
► Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack supporting it. Always use
automotive jack stands.
► Improper handling of components and materials used in the vehicle can endanger
your personal safety. We recommend you to consult a specialist for necessary information.
See also:
Starting the engine (diesel-powered vehicles)
[For vehicles equipped with keyless operation system]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the keyless operation
system, refer to “Keyless operation system: Starting” on pag ...
If the keyless operation key is not operating properly
Insert the keyless operation key into the key slot in the glove box. Starting
the engine and changing the operation mode should now be possible.
Remove the keyless operation key from the key slot a ...
Older children
Children who have outgrown the child restraint system should be seated in the
rear seat and wear combination lap shoulder belt.
The lap portion of the belt should be snug and positioned low on the ...