User manual MITSUBISHI FTO

[. . . ] Owners Handbook Mitsubishi FTO Owners Handbook Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 1 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Contents Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] It is not an exact replication, some parts have been omitted and some added. Acknowledgements Mitsubishi Motors copyright most of the illustrations. Any additional illustrations or drawings are the property of Tarkus Services. For more information on the seat belts, see later in this manual. Do not run the engine in a confined area, as this will cause a build up of carbon monoxide, which is dangerous. Make sure that there is adequate ventilation if you do need to run the engine in a confined space. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 9 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Make that there is nothing loose that can interfere with the controls of the vehicle, such as cans or bottles. Make sure that any mats or covers do not interfere with the controls of the vehicle. Page 6 ? 2000cc ?If you turn the key to "ACC" or "LOCK" position while driving you will lose the use of the power brakes and power steering, also the steering lock will engage. Do not put the seats in the reclined position, while the vehicle is moving. When reversing, make sure that the rear of the vehicle is clear of obstructions and children. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 10 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook When travelling in wet or slippery conditions, use care when accelerating and braking. After driving through deep water (over 5 cm's deep) gently apply the brakes whilst moving to dry them. When travelling downhill, take extra care not to use the brakes too much. Only use the right foot to operate automatic vehicle, don't operate left and right foot together for this could cause excessive wear on the brake pads. The vehicle will only start, when the gear lever is in park. The vehicle will only go into reverse, when the foot brake is operated. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 11 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook When driving an automatic, only use the right foot to operate the accelerator and brake. When leaving the vehicle, leave the gear lever in park. Do not start the vehicle, if the exhaust is not clear. Always leave the ignition in "lock", when sleeping? Tips when driving an automatic vehicle. Vehicles fitted with automatic transmission are easier to drive for there is no need for gear changes or clutch operation. When the shift lever is in any position other than "P" or "N", the vehicle may creep forward even when the accelerator is not pressed. When stationary, even on level ground, apply the foot brake to prevent the vehicle moving. If the air conditioner is operating the engine will be idling faster than normal and may cause the vehicle movement to be greater. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 12 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Make sure all children are securely fastened in the seat belts before moving. Do not allow children to lean out of the open windows. Make sure children are secure, before moving the vehicle. Help children when entering or leaving the vehicle. Always use genuine Mitsubishi spare parts. SRS ­ Supplemental Restraint System In vehicles fitted with SRS, do not replace the steering wheel with an "after market" wheel. The SRS will NOT work. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 13 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Opening / closing the vehicle The key The key number is located as shown. It is advisable to make a note of the key number. Page 14 Unlocking the door To unlock the vehicle with the key, turn it anti-clockwise. To lock the vehicle with the key, turn the key clockwise. To lock the door without using the key: 1. Push door closed. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 14 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook To lock the door from inside the vehicle, push the door-lock lever forward. If the drivers handle is used, the door will automatically open if previously locked. Page 15? Keyless entry To lock the door with the remote, press the red button. To unlock the door, press the white button, the indicator light will illuminate during both operations. To change the battery in the remote, remove the small screw and pries open the case carefully. Be careful that you do not damage the seal. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 15 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Central door locking When the key is turned in the door lock, both doors will either lock or unlock. This is the same for the remote control. Copyright © Tarkus Services (2003) www. angelfire. com/emo/fto 16 All rights reserved 26-Aug-04 Owners Handbook Window operation Push down the button, to close the window. To open pull the switch up to the top and released quickly, to close push the switch forward and release quickly. The left button controls the passenger side window and the right button controls the driver's side window. On the passenger door is one control. [. . . ] the temperature will increase as the dial is turned in a clockwise direction. 1 If the outside air temperature drops below 0°C an alarm will sound, and the outside air temperature is automatically displayed for a while. 2 When the vehicle is stopping or in some cases when the outside air temperature is likely to be influenced by the engine compartment, or the sunshine reflected by the road surface, the displayed temperature may be higher than the actual temperature. Ever time the button is pressed, the mode changes from ECO * to * to stop; and simultaneous with this, the display indicator changes as well. [. . . ]