Mitsubishi Colt 2008 Owner's Manual
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OWNER'S MANUAL
COLT
Foreword
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Thank you for selecting a COLT as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full
enjoyment of the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the
proper way to operate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost
in driving pleasure.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to
make changes relating to design and specifications and/or to
make additions to or improvements in this product without any
obligation to install them on previously manufactured products.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe
all laws and regulations concerning vehicles.
This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such
laws and regulations, but some of the contents may become
contradictory with later amendment of the laws and regulations.
Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained in this owner’s manual.
Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorised Service Point.
Throughout this owner’s manual, the words
WARNING and CAUTION appear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE: gives helpful information.
*: indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer to the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
Information for station service
Capacity 47 litres
Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane rating (DIN51607)
Fuel
Fuel requirements
Engine oil
Tyre inflation pressure Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.
For diesel-powered vehicles, the engine oil should be changed every 7,500 km in countries where diesel fuel with a sulphur content
meeting the requirements of EN 590 is not available.
95 RON or higher
Diesel-powered vehicles
Cetane number (EN 590)
51 or higher
Refer to the “General information” section for the fuel selection.
“MB 229.1” or higher
Refer to the “Maintenance”section of this manual.
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Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the owner’s discretion.
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Table of contents
Overview
General information
Locking and unlocking
Seat and seat belts
Instruments and controls
Starting and driving
For pleasant driving
For emergencies
Vehicle care
Maintenance
Specifications
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4
5
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Overview
LHD
Combination headlamps and dipper
switch P. 3-31
Turn-signal lever P. 3-36
Headlamp levelling switch
P. 3-34
Instruments and Controls
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Instruments P. 3-2
Windscreen wiper and washer switch
P. 3 -3 9
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 3 -4 4
Steering wheel remote control switch*
P. 5-52
Bonnet release lever P. 8-4
Fuses P. 8-30
Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view
mirrors switch* P. 4-12
Front fog lamp switch* P. 3-37
Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-38
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
-air bag (for driver’s seat) P. 2-47
Horn switch P. 3-46
Ignition switch P. 4-14
Overview
RHD
Combination headlamps and dipper
switch P. 3-31
Turn-signal lever P. 3-36
Headlamp levelling switch P. 3-34
Steering wheel remote control switch*
P. 5-52
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
-air bag (for driver’s seat) P. 2-47
Horn switch P. 3-46
Instruments
P. 3 -2
Windscreen wiper and washer
switch P. 3-39
Rear window wiper and washer
switch P. 3-44
Ignition switch P. 4-14
Bonnet release lever P. 8-4
Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* P. 4-12
Front fog lamp switch* P. 3-37
Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-38
Overview
LHD
Hazard warning flasher switch
P. 3 -3 7
Multi centre display P. 3-14
Front passenger’s
air bag off indicator
lamp* P. 2-56
Ventilators P. 5-2
Steering wheel height
adjustment P. 4-9
Accessory socket
P. 5-60
Cup holder (for front
seats) P. 5-69
Audio*
P. 5-24, 5-24
Heated seats switch*
P. 2-7
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) - air bag*
(for front passenger’s seat)
P. 2 -4 7
Heater* P. 5-7
Automatic air conditioning*
P. 5 -1 3
Gearshift lever* P. 4-22
Allshift lever* P. 4-25
Parking brake lever
P. 4-6
Front passenger’s air bag
ON-OFF switch* P. 2-53
Rear window demister
switch P. 3-45
Cup holder (for rear seats)
P. 5-69
RHD
Overview
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) - air bag*
(for front passenger’s seat)
P. 2-47
Heater* P.5-7
Automatic air conditioning*
P. 5-13
Fuses P. 8-30
Front passenger’s air bag
ON-OFF switch* P. 2-53
Rear window demister
switch P. 3-45
Gearshift lever* P. 4-22
Allshift lever* P. 4-25
Cup holder (for rear seats)
P. 5 -6 9
Audio*
P. 5-24, 5-24
Parking brake lever
P. 4-6
Heated seats switch*
P. 2-7
Hazard warning flasher switch
P. 3- 3 7
Multi centre display
P. 3 -1 4
Front passenger’s air
bag off indicator
lamp* P. 2-56
Ventilators P. 5-2
Steering wheel height
adjustment P. 4-9
Accessory socket P. 5-60
Cup holder (for front
seats) P. 5-69
Overview
LHD (3-door models)
Interior
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Fuel tank filler door release lever
P. 3
Adjustable seat belt anchor
(for front seats) P. 2-26
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-Curtain air bag*
P. 2-64
Rear shelf panel* P. 5-70
Lock switch P.1-20
Electric window control
switch P. 1-18
Seat belts
P. 2-22
Head restraints
P. 2-10
Rear seat*
P.2-8
Vanity mirror
P. 5 -6 0
Sun visors
P. 5 -5 9
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
-Side air bag (for front seats)* P. 2-63
Room lamp/Map lamps
P. 5 -6 2
Inside rear-view mirror
P. 4 -1 0
Glove box P.5-65
Front seat P. 2-5
Overview
RHD (3-door models)
Room lamp/Map lamps
P. 5 -6 2
Inside rear-view mirror
P. 4 -1 0
Glove box P. 5-65
Front seat P. 2-5
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Side air bag (for front seats)* P. 2-63
Sun visors
P. 5 -5 9
Vanity mirror
P. 5 -6 0
Lock switch P. 1-20
Electric window control
switch P. 1-18
Seat belts P. 2-22
Rear seat
P. 2-8
Head restraints
P. 2-10
Fuel tank filler door release lever
P. 3
Adjustable seat belt anchor
(for front seats) P. 2-26
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) - Curtain air bag* P. 2-64
Rear shelf panel* P. 5-70
Overview
LHD (5-door models)
Fuel tank filler door release lever
P. 3
Adjustable seat belt anchor
(for front seats) P. 2-26
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-Curtain air bag*
P. 2-64
Rear shelf panel* P. 5-70
Luggage net* P. 5-73
Lock switch P. 1-20
Electric window control
switch P. 1-18
Seat belts
P. 2- 2 2
Head restraints
P. 2 -1 0
Vanity mirror
P. 5 -6 0
Rear seat
P. 2 -8
Sun visors
P. 5 -5 9
Room lamp/Map lamps
P. 5 -6 2
Inside rear-view mirror
P. 4 -1 0
Glove box P. 5-65
Front seat P. 2-5
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Side air bag (for front seats)* P. 2-63
Overview
RHD (5-door models)
Room lamp/Map lamps
P. 5-62
Inside rear-view mirror
P. 4 -1 0
Glove box P. 5-65
Front seat P. 2-5
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Side air bag (for front seats)* P. 2-63
Sun visors
P. 5-59
Vanity mirror
P. 5 -6 0
Rear seat
P.2-8
Lock switch P. 1-20
Electric window control
switch P. 1-18
Seat belts P. 2-22
Head restraints
P. 2-10
Fuel tank filler door release lever
P. 3
Adjustable seat belt anchor
(for front seats) P. 2-26
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) - Curtain air bag* P. 2-64
Rear shelf panel* P. 5-70
Luggage net* P. 5-73
Overview
Luggage area (Except for vehicle with compact spare wheel)
3-door models
Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-63
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Tyre repair kit P. 6-11
Towing hook
P. 6 -11
Overview
5-door models
Luggage hooks
(floor)* P. 5-72
Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-63
Tyre repair kit
P. 6 -11
Luggage hooks
(floor)* P. 5-72
Towing hook
P. 6 - 11
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Overview
Luggage area (Vehicle with compact spare wheel)
3-door models
Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-63
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Towing hook P. 6-11
Spare wheel
P. 6-25
Jack P. 6-21
Wheel nut wrench
P. 6 -11
Overview
5-door models
Wheel nut wrench
P. 6 -11
Luggage hooks
(floor)* P. 5-72
Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-63
Towing hook P. 6-11
Spare wheel
P. 6 -2 5
Luggage hooks
(floor)* P. 5-72
Jack P. 6-21
Overview
3-door models
Windscreen wipers P. 3-39
Exterior
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Electric window control
P. 1 -1 8
Outside rear-view
mirrors P. 4-10
Bonnet P. 8-4
Headlamps, high beam
P. 3-31, 8-46
Position lamps
P. 3-31, 8-48
Front fog lamps*
P. 3-37, 8-50
Front turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Fuel tank filler P. 3
Locking and unlocking
P. 1-7
Keyless entry system*
P. 1-5
Side turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Headlamps, low beam
P. 3-31, 8-44
3-door models
High-mounted stop lamps
P. 8-63
Overview
Antenna P. 5-59
Rear window wiper and
washer P. 3-44
Rear fog lamp
(LHD vehicles)
P. 3-38, 8-62
Reversing lamp
(RHD vehicles)
P. 8-62
Stop and tail lamps P. 8-57
Rear turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-57
Reversing lamp (LHD vehicles)
P. 8 -6 2
Rear fog lamp (RHD vehicles)
P. 3-38, 8-62
Tyre inflation pressures P. 8-19
Changing tyres P. 6-28
Tyre rotation P. 8-21
Licence plate lamps P. 8-67Tailgate P. 1-14
Tyre chains P. 8-22
Wheel covers* P. 6-34
Overview
5-door models
Windscreen wipers P.3-39
Electric window control
P. 1 -1 8
Outside rear-view
mirrors P. 4-10
Bonnet P. 8-4
Headlamps, high beam
P. 3-31, 8-46
Position lamps
P. 3-31, 8-48
Front fog lamps*
P. 3-37, 8-50
Front turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Fuel tank filler P. 3
Locking and unlocking
P. 1 -7
Keyless entry system*
P. 1 -5
Side turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-49
Headlamps, low beam
P. 3-31, 8-44
5-door models
High-mounted stop lamps
P. 8-63
Rear window wiper and
washer P. 3-44
Overview
Antenna P. 5-59
Stop lamps P. 8-57
Rear turn-signal lamps
P. 3-36, 8-57
Reversing lamps P. 8-57
Rear fog lamp/Tail lamps
(LHD vehicles)
P. 3-38, 8-57
Tail lamps (RHD vehicles)
P. 8 -5 7
Tailgate P. 1-14
Tail lamps (LHD vehicles)
P. 8-57
Rear fog lamp/Tail lamps (RHD
vehicles) P. 3-38, 8-57
Tyre inflation pressures P.8-19
Changing tyres P. 6-28
Tyre rotation P. 8-21
Tyre chains P. 8-22
Wheel covers* P. 6-34
Licence plate lamps P. 8-67
General information
Fuel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Filling the fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation of accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Modification/alterations to the electrical
or fuel systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Used engine oils safety instructions and
disposal information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
General information
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Fuel selection
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Petrol-powered vehicles
Unleaded petrol octane number (EN 228)
Recommended fuel
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CAUTION
● In the case of petrol-powered vehicles, the use of
leaded fuel can result in serious damage to the
engine and catalytic converter. Never use leaded
fuel.
● Diesel-powered vehicles are designed to use only die-
sel fuel that meets the EN 590 standard.
The use of any other type of diesel fuel will adversely
affect the engine’s performance and durability.
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● Petrol-powered vehicles have a knock control system,
which allows you to use unleaded petrol 90 RON as an
emergency measure if unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher
is not available. In such cases, you don’t need to adjust the
engine.
If unleaded petrol 90 RON is used, the engine performance level will be reduced.
95 RON or higher
Diesel-powered vehicles
Cetane number (EN 590)
51 or higher
● Repeatedly driving short distances at low speeds can
cause deposits to form in the fuel system and engine,
resulting in poor starting and poor acceleration. If these
problems occur, you are advised to add a detergent additive to the gasoline when you refuel the vehicle. The additive will remove the deposits, thereby returning the engine
to a normal condition. Be sure to use a genuine
MITSUBISHI FUEL SYSTEM CLEANER. Using an
unsuitable additive could cause the engine to malfunction.
For details, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
● Poor quality petrol can cause problems such as hard start-
ing, stalling, engine noise and hesitation. If your experience these problems, 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.
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General information
Filling the fuel tank
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WARNING
● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You
could be burned or seriously injured when handling
it. When refueling your vehicle, always turn off the
engine and keep away from flames, sparks, and
smoking materials. Always handle fuel in well-ventilated outdoor areas.
● Before removing the fuel cap, get rid of your body’s
static electricity by touching a metal part on either
the car or the fuel pump. Any static electricity on
your body could create a spark that ignites fuel
vapor.
● Perform the whole refueling process (opening the
fuel tank filler door, removing the fuel cap, etc.) by
yourself. Do not let any other person come near the
fuel tank filler. If you allow another person to help
you and that person is carrying static electricity, fuel
vapor could be ignited.
● Do not move away from the fuel tank filler until
refueling is finished. If you move away and do something else (for example, clean your windscreen) during the refueling process, you could pick up a fresh
charge of static electricity.
● Be careful not to inhale fuel vapor. Fuel contains
toxic substances.
● Keep doors and windows closed while refueling the
vehicle. If they are open, fuel vapor could get into
the cabin.
Fuel tank capacity
47 litres
Refueling
1. Before filling with fuel, stop the engine.
2. The fuel tank filler is located on the rear left side of your
vehicle.
The fuel tank filler door can be opened from inside the
vehicle with the fuel tank filler door release lever located
at the side of the driver’s seat.
LHD
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General information
RHD
3. Open the fuel tank filler tube by slowly turning the cap
anticlockwise.
A- Remove
B- Close
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CAUTION
● As the fuel system may be under pressure, remove
the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly. This will relieve
any pressure or vacuum that might have built up in
the fuel tank. If the cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before
removing the cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out,
injuring you or others.
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General information
4. To fill with fuel correctly mainly depends on correct handling of the fuel filler gun. Do not tilt the gun. Insert the
gun in the tank port as far as it will go.
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CAUTION
● A label which reads “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY” is
attached to the fuel tank filler lid of vehicles which
can only operate on unleaded petrol. Serious engine
and catalytic converter damage will result if leaded
petrol is put into these vehicles, and this must consequently never be attempted.
5. When the gun stops automatically, withdraw it halfway in
the tank port. After the second automatic stop, do not fill
with any more fuel.
!
CAUTION
● To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top-
off” the fuel tank.
6. To close, turn the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly clockwise until you hear a clicking sound, then gently push the
fuel tank filler door closed.
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CAUTION
● If you need to replace the fuel tank filler tube cap,
use only the cap specified for your vehicle model.
Installation of accessories
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We recommend you to consult your MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
● The installation of accessories, optional parts, should only
be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in your
country, and in accordance with the guidelines fitting
instructions and warnings contained within the documents
accompanying the parts or accessories.
● Improper installation of electrical components may cause
an electrical fire if incorrectly fitted. Please refer to the
“Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems”
section within this owner’s manual.
● Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle with-
out an external antenna may cause electrical system interference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle operation.
● Tyres and wheels which do not meet specifications must
not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for information
regarding wheel and tyre sizes.
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Important points!
Due to large number of accessory and replacement parts of different manufactures available in the market, it is not possible,
not only for MITSUBISHI MOTORS, but also a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point, to check whether the
attachment or installation of such parts affects the overall
safety of your MITSUBISHI-vehicle.
Even when such parts are officially authorized, for example by
a “general operators permit” (an appraisal for the part) or
through the execution of the part in an officially approved manner of construction, or when a single operation permit following the attachment or installation of such parts, it cannot be
deduced from that alone, that the driving safety of your vehicles has not been affected.
Consider also that there basically exists no liability on the part
of the appraiser or the official. Only in case of parts
(MITSUBISHI MOTORS original replacement or exchange
parts as well as MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine accessories)
that are recommended and released by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point and that are attached or
installed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point you can assume that optimal safety has been provided.
The same also pertains to modifications of MITSUBISHI vehicle with respect to the production specifications. For your own
safety, in such cases, you should only undertake modifications
according to the recommendations of a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Modification/alterations to the electrical or
fuel systems
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS has always manufactured safe, high
quality vehicles. In order to maintain this safety and quality, it
is important that any accessory that is to be fitted, or any modifications carried out which involve the electrical or fuel systems, should be carried out in accordance with MITSUBISHI
MOTORS guidelines.
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CAUTION
● If the wiring interferes with any part of the vehicle
bodywork or improper installation methods are
used, i.e. protective fuses not installed, etc.), electronic devices may be adversely affected, possibly
resulting in an electrical fire or other failures that
may cause an accident.
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General information
Genuine parts
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MITSUBISHI MOTORS has gone to great lengths to bring you
a superbly crafted automobile offering the highest quality and
dependability.
Use MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts, designed and
manufactured to maintain your MITSUBISHI MOTORS automobile at top performance. MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine
Parts are identified by this mark and are available at all
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Points.
Used engine oils safety instructions and
disposal information
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WARNING
● Prolonged and repeated contact may cause serious
skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer.
● Avoid contact with the skin as far as possible and
wash thoroughly after any contact.
● Keep used engine oils out of reach of children.
Protect the environment
It is illegal to pollute drains, water courses and soil. Use
authorized waste collection facilities, including civic amenity
sites and garages providing facilities for disposal of used oil
and used oil filters. If in doubt, contact your local authority for
advice on disposal.
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Locking and unlocking
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 2
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 3
Keyless entry system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 5
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 7
Central door locks* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 9
Dead Lock System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 10
“Child-protection” rear doors (5-door models) . . .1- 13
Tailgate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 14
Manual window control
(5-door models, rear door window only)* . . . . .1- 17
Electric window control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 18
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Locking and unlocking
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The keys fit all locks.
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OTE
● The key number is stamped on the tag as shown in the
illustration.
Make a record of the key number and store the key and
key number tag in separate places, so that you can order
new keys if the original keys are lost.
● The key is a precision electronic device with a built-in sig-
nal transmitter. Please observe the following in order to
prevent a malfunction.
• Do not leave in any place exposed to direct sunlight, for
example the dashboard.
• Do not disassemble or modify.
• Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to a strong
impact.
Keys
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• Do not expose to water.
• Keep away from magnetic key holders.
• Keep away from audio systems, personal cumputers,
TVs, and any other equipment that generates a magnetic
field.
• Do not wash with ultrasonic cleaners or similar equipment.
• Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high
temperature or high humidity.
● The engine is designed so that it will not start if the ID
code registered in the immobilizer computer and the key’s
ID code do not match. Refer to the section “Electronic
immobilizer” for details and key usage.
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