Mitsubishi Colt 2009 Owner's Manual

COLT - ENGLISH - OZME09E2

OWNER’S MANUAL

COLT

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

Overview

Instruments P. 3-2

Windscreen wiper and washer switch P. 3-41 Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 3-47

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag (for driver’s seat) P. 2-36 Horn switch P. 3-49

Combination headlamps and dipper switch P. 3-31 Turn-signal lever P. 3-37 Headlamp levelling switch P. 3-35

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. 3-39

Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-40

Fuses P. 8-30

Steering wheel audio remote control switch* P. 5-49

Except for Clear Tec (LHD)

Cruise control switch* P. 4-50

Steering wheel height adjustment P. 4-9

Instruments and Controls

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Instruments P. 3-2

Windscreen wiper and washer switch P. 3-41 Rear window wiper and washer switch

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag (for driver’s seat) P. 2-36 Horn switch P. 3-49

Combination headlamps and dipper switch P. 3-31 Turn-signal lever P. 3-37 Headlamp levelling switch P. 3-35

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. 3-39

Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-40

Fuses P. 8-30

Steering wheel audio remote control switch* P. 5-49

Clear Tec (LHD)

Cruise control switch* P. 4-50

Steering wheel height adjustment P. 4-9

Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF switch* P. 4-24

Overview

Instruments P. 3-2

Windscreen wiper and washer switch P. 3-41 Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 3-47

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) P. 2 -3 6 Horn switch P. 3-49

Combination headlamps and dipper switch P. 3-31 Turn-signal lever P. 3-37 Headlamp levelling switch P. 3-35

Bonnet release lever P. 8-4

Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* P. 4-12

Front fog lamp switch* P. 3-39

Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-40

Steering wheel audio remote control switch* P. 5-49

Except for Clear Tec (RHD)

Ignition switch P. 4-14

Cruise control switch* P. 4-50

Steering wheel height adjustment P. 4-9

Overview

Instruments P. 3-2

Windscreen wiper and washer switch P. 3 -4 1 Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 3-47

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) P. 2-36 Horn switch P. 3-49

Combination headlamps and dipper switch P. 3-31 Turn-signal lever P. 3-37 Headlamp levelling switch P. 3-35

Bonnet release lever P. 8-4

Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch* P. 4-12

Front fog lamp switch* P. 3-39

Rear fog lamp switch P. 3-40

Steering wheel audio remote control switch* P. 5-49

Clear Tec (RHD)

Ignition switch P. 4-14

Cruise control switch* P. 4-50

Steering wheel height adjustment P. 4-9

Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) OFF switch* P. 4-24

Overview

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passenger’s seat) P. 2-36

Accessory socket P. 5 -6 2

Ventilators P. 5-2

Hazard warning flasher switch P. 3-38

Cup holder (for rear seats) P. 5-73

Parking brake lever P. 4-6

Gearshift lever* P. 4 -2 5 Allshift lever* P. 4 -2 8

Heated seats switch* P. 2-7

Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch P. 2-42

Audio* P. 5-23

Heater* P. 5-7 Automatic air conditioning* P. 5-13

LHD

Rear window demister switch P. 3-48

Cup holder (for front seats) P. 5 -7 3

Fuel tank filler door release lever P. 3

Heated seats switch* P. 2-7

Overview

Fuses P. 8-30

RHD

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passenger’s seat) P. 2-36

Accessory socket P. 5 -6 2

Ventilators P. 5-2

Hazard warning flasher switch P. 3-38

Cup holder (for rear seats) P. 5 -7 3

Parking brake lever P. 4 -6

Gearshift lever* P. 4-25 Allshift lever* P. 4-28

Heated seats switch* P. 2-7

Rear window demister switch P. 3-48

Audio* P. 5-23

Heater* P. 5-7 Automatic air conditioning* P. 5-13

Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch P. 2-42

Cup holder (for front seats) P. 5-73

Fuel tank filler door release lever P. 3

Heated seats switch* P. 2 -7

Overview

Seat belts P. 2 -1 5

Glove box P. 5-67

Electric window control switch P. 1-19

Adjustable seat belt anchor (for front seats) P. 2-19

Sun visors P. 5 -6 1

Rear seat P. 2 -1 2

Room lamp/Map lamps P. 5 -6 3

Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

- Side airbag (for front seats)* P. 2-50

Front seat P. 2-5

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - Curtain airbag* P. 2-51

Rear shelf panel* P. 5-74

Inside rear-view mirror P. 4-10

Lock switch P. 1-21

LHD (3-door models)

Head restraints P. 2-8

Vanity mirror P. 5-61

Interior

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Seat belts P. 2-15

Vanity mirror P. 5-61

Glove box P. 5-67

Head restraints P. 2-8

Electric window control switch P. 1-19

Adjustable seat belt anchor (for front seats) P. 2-19

Sun visors P. 5 -6 1

Rear seat P. 2-12

Room lamp/Map lamps P. 5 -6 3

Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

- Side airbag (for front seats)* P. 2-50

Front seat P. 2-5

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - Curtain airbag* P. 2-51

Rear shelf panel* P. 5 -7 4

Inside rear-view mirror P. 4-10

Lock switch P. 1-21

RHD (3-door models)

Overview

Seat belts P. 2-15

Vanity mirror P. 5 -6 1

Glove box P. 5-67

Head restraints P. 2-8

Electric window control switch P. 1-19

Adjustable seat belt anchor (for front seats) P. 2-19

Sun visors P. 5 -6 1

Rear seat P. 2-12

Room lamp/Map lamps P. 5 -6 3

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) Side airbag (for front seats)* P. 2-50

Front seat P. 2-5

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - Curtain airbag* P. 2 -5 1

Rear shelf panel* P. 5-74

Inside rear-view mirror P. 4-10

Lock switch P. 1-21

LHD (5-door models)

Luggage floor lid* P. 5-69

Overview

Seat belts P. 2 -1 5

Vanity mirror P. 5-61

Glove box P. 5-67

Head restraints P. 2-8

Electric window control switch P. 1-19

Adjustable seat belt anchor (for front seats) P. 2 -1 9

Sun visors P. 5 -6 1

Rear seat P. 2 -1 2

Room lamp/Map lamps P. 5-63

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) Side airbag (for front seats)* P. 2-50

Front seat P. 2-5

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - Curtain airbag* P. 2-51

Rear shelf panel* P. 5-74

Inside rear-view mirror P. 4-10

Lock switch P. 1-21

RHD (5-door models)

Luggage floor lid* P. 5 -6 9

Overview

Tyre repair kit P. 6-10

Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-64

3-door models

Towing hook P. 6-10

Luggage area (Except for vehicle with compact spare wheel)

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5-door models

Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-64

Tyre repair kit P. 6-10

Towing hook P. 6-10

Overview

Towing hook P. 6-10

Wheel nut wrench P. 6-10

Spare wheel P. 6-24

Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-64

3-door models

Jack P. 6 -2 0

Luggage area (Vehicle with compact spare wheel)

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Overview

Towing hook P. 6-10

Wheel nut wrench P. 6 -1 0

Jack P. 6-20

Spare wheel P. 6 -2 4

Luggage compartment lamp P. 5-64

5-door models

Overview

Electric window control P. 1-19

Locking and unlocking P. 1 -9 Keyless entry system P. 1 -5

Front fog lamps* P. 3-39, 8-41, 8-48

Side turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-47

Front turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-46

Bonnet P. 8-4

Fuel tank filler P. 3

Outside rear-view mirrors P. 4 -1 0

Windscreen wipers P. 3-41

Headlamps, low/high beam P. 3-31, 3-33, 8-41, 8-43

Position lamps P. 3-31, 8-41, 8-46

3-door models

Exterior

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Tyre inflation pressures P. 8-18 Changing tyres P. 6-27 Tyre rotation P. 8-20 Tyre chains P. 8-21 Wheel covers* P. 6-33

Rear turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-51

Reversing lamp (LHD vehicles) P. 8-41, 8-56 Rear fog lamp (RHD vehicles) P. 3-40, 8-41, 8-56

Stop and tail lamps P. 8-41, 8-51

Licence plate lamp P. 8-41, 8-60

Tailgate P. 1-16

Rear window wiper and washer P. 3-47

Rear fog lamp (LHD vehicles) P. 3-40, 8-41, 8-56 Reversing lamp (RHD vehicles) P. 8-41, 8-56

Antenna P. 5-56

High-mounted stop lamps P. 8-41, 8-57

3-door models

Overview

Electric window control P. 1 -1 9

Locking and unlocking P. 1 -9 Keyless entry system P. 1 -5

Front fog lamps* P. 3-39, 8-41, 8-48

Side turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-47

Front turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-46

Bonnet P. 8-4

Fuel tank filler P. 3

Outside rear-view mirrors P. 4-10

Windscreen wipers P. 3-41

Headlamps, low/high beam P. 3-31, 3-33, 8-41, 8-43

Position lamps P. 3-31, 8-41, 8-46

5-door models

Tyre inflation pressures P. 8-18 Changing tyres P. 6-27 Tyre rotation P. 8-20 Tyre chains P. 8-21 Wheel covers* P. 6-33

Rear turn-signal lamps P. 3-37, 8-41, 8-51

Tail lamps P. 8-51

Stop lamps P. 8-41, 8-51

Licence plate lamp P. 8-41, 8-60

Tailgate P. 1-16

Rear window wiper and washer P. 3-47

Rear fog lamp (LHD vehicles) P. 3-40, 8-41, 8-51 Reversing lamp (RHD vehicles) P. 8-41, 8-51

Antenna P. 5-56

High-mounted stop lamps P. 8-41, 8-57

5-door models

Reversing lamp (LHD vehicles) P. 8-41, 8-51 Rear fog lamp (RHD vehicles) P. 3-40, 8-41, 8-51

Overview

General information

Fuel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Filling the fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installation of accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Modification/alterations to the electrical or

fuel systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Used engine oils safety instructions and

disposal information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Disposal information for used batteries . . . . . . . . . . 9

General information

NOTE

WARNING

CAUTION

Fuel selection

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Except for Clear Tec FFV

Unleaded petrol octane number (EN 228) 95 RON or higher

Recommended fuel

Clear Tec FFV

Unleaded petrol octane number (EN 228) 95 RON or higher, or Bio ethanol E 85

● For Clear Tec FFV models, do not modify the fuel

system or any of its components. Flexible fuel vehicles have fuel system components that were designed specifically for use with Bio ethanol. When replacing any of the fuel system components, be sure to replace them with components designed for use with Bio ethanol. Otherwise, engine damage, a vehicle fire, or personal injury could result.

● For Clear Tec FFV models, do not use methanol

instead of Bio ethanol E 85. Otherwise, engine damage, a vehicle fire, or personal injury could result.

● The use of leaded fuel can result in serious damage

to the engine and catalytic converter. Do not use the leaded fuel.

● Your vehicle has the knock control system so that you can

use unleaded petrol 90 RON as an emergent measure in case unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher is not available on journey, etc. In such a case, you don’t need to adjust the engine specially. In case of using unleaded petrol 90 RON, the engine performance level is reduced.

● Repeatedly driving short distance 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 make the engine 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 you 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.

● For Clear Tec FFV models, fuel that contains a mixture of

unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher, that meets the EN 228 fuel standard, and Bio ethanol E 85 can be used.

● For Clear Tec FFV models, the appropriate fuel is indi-

cated on a label on the inside of the fuel tank filler door.

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WARNING

● For Clear Tec FFV models, the engine performance level

will be the same regardless of whether unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher or high-quality Bio ethanol E 85 is used.

● For Clear Tec FFV models, when the vehicle is to be left

unused for a long period of time, it is recommended that the Bio ethanol E 85 in the fuel tank is replaced with unleaded petrol 95 RON or higher.

Filling the fuel tank

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● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

could be burned or seriously injured when handling it. When refueling your vehicle, always turn the engine off and keep away from flames, sparks, and smoking materials. Always handle fuel in well-ventilated outdoor areas.

● Before removing the fuel cap, be sure to get rid of

your body’s static electricity by touching a metal part of 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 allowed a person to help you and that person was carrying static electricity, fuel vapor could be ignited.

● Do not move away from the fuel tank filler until

refueling is finished. If you moved away and did something else (for example, cleaning your windscreen) partway through 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 the doors and windows closed while refueling

the vehicle. If they were open, fuel vapor could get into the cabin.

LHD

RHD

General information

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 the side of the driver’s seat.

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CAUTION

3. Open the fuel tank filler tube by slowly turning the cap anticlockwise.

A- Remove B- Close

● Since the fuel system may be under pressure,

remove the fuel tank filler tube cap slowly. This relieves 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.

4. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on correct handling of the fuel filler gun. Do not tilt the gun. Insert the gun in the tank port as far as it goes.

● A label which reads “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY” is

attached to the fuel tank filler lid of vehicles which can only operate using unleaded petrol. Serious engine and catalytic converter damage will result if leaded petrol is filled into these vehicles, and consequently, this must never be attempted.

5. When the gun stops automatically, do not fill with fuel any more.

● 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 clicking sounds, then gently push the fuel tank filler door closed.

● If you need to replace the fuel tank filler tube cap,

use only the cap specified for your model vehicle.

General information

NOTE

● For Clear Tec FFV models, the fuel in the fuel tank is

checked to determine the percentage of ethanol in the fuel in order to control the engine properly. To ensure the accuracy of the ethanol check, it is recommended that the vehicle is refueled with 10 litres or more of fuel.

● For Clear Tec FFV models, acceleration performance may

drop on rare occasions during the fuel check after refueling. However, this does not indicate a malfunction and the acceleration performance will return to normal if you continue to drive the vehicle.

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.

General information

CAUTION

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.

● 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.

General information

WARNING

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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● 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.

Disposal information for used batteries

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Your vehicle contains batteries and/or accumulators. Do not mix with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

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