Removal of water from the fuel filter (diesel-powered vehicles only)Removal of water from the fuel filter (diesel-powered vehicles only)  - For emergencies - Mitsubishi Carisma Owner's Manual - Mitsubishi Carisma

When water has accumulated in the fuel filter, remove the water as described

When water has accumulated in the fuel filter, remove the water as described below.

1. Place a drainage tray under the filter.
2. Connect a hose to the drain plug (A) and let it hang down into the tray.
3. Loosen the drain plug (A) a few turns and tighten the drain plug when clean fuel comes through.
4. Bleed the air (Refer to “Bleeding the fuel system” on page 8–21).

CAUTION

(1) Do not smoke or have any other open flame near the vehicle while bleeding the fuel system.
(2) Be sure to carefully clean away any water drained out, because any fuel mixed with the water could ignite and cause a fire.

    See also:

    From Concept-cX to ASX reality
    Sharing the same evocative "Kawasemi Blue" introduction color, the new Mitsubishi ASX represents a marketable interpretation of the Concept-cX show car, unveiled at the 2007 Frankfurt Mo ...

    Mitsubishi Carisma Review
    The Carisma may not stand out from the crowd on looks, but when it comes to offering top notch value for money and providing thoroughly capable and reliable family transport, it's one of the best. ...

    Ignition switch
    [For vehicles equipped with keyless operation system] For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system, refer to “Keyless operation system: Ignition switch” ...