Mitsubishi FTO Owners Handbook 1
Contents Contents... 2 Forward... 5 Acknowledgements... 5 Disclaimer... 5 General overview... 6 Dashboard... 6 Interior... 7 Exterior... 8 Vehicle Introduction and Safety... 9 Warning notes... 9 Tips when driving an automatic vehicle... 12 Opening / closing the vehicle... 14 The key... 14 Unlocking the door... 14 Keyless entry... 15 Central door locking... 16 Window operation... 17 Engine compartment... 18 Fuel access... 19 Boot access... 19 Sunroof... 20 Power sunroof... 20 Manual sunroof... 20 Driving position... 22 Seat adjustment... 22 Front seat adjustment... 22 Rear seat... 24 Seat belts... 25 When you fasten your seat belt... 26 SRS Air bag restraint system... 27 Instrument panel... 29 Instrument overview... 29 Amp-meter...29 Odometer / trip meter... 30 Warning lights... 31 Light switch... 33 Wiper switch... 34 Front wiper... 34 Wash / wipe control... 35 Rear screen wiper.... 35 Other switches... 36 2
Hazard switch... 36 Windscreen de-mist... 36 Fog / park light...37 Ignition switch...37 Park brake... 38 Hand brake operation... 41 Adjustable items... 42 Steering wheel adjustment... 42 Interior mirror adjustment... 42 Door mirrors...42 Door mirror parking... 43 ABS... 43 Traction Control operation... 44 Interior bits... 44 Passenger interior lights... 46 Clock... 46 Storage space... 47 Coin holder... 47 Glove box... 47 Center console... 47 Storage in boot...48 Climate control... 48 Climate controls... 50 Air flow indicator... 51 Automatic air conditioning... 52 Operating the system as an automatic air conditioning... 53 Operating the system as a normal air conditioner... 54 Audio equipment... 56 Antenna... 56 Safety features... 58 Fitting of snow chains... 58 Emergency flare... 58 Tool kit and jack... 59 Supporting the vehicle... 60 Changing the wheel and tyre.... 60 Starting the vehicle by external battery.... 64 Towing the vehicle.... 65 Service guide... 66 Capacities... 66 Fuses... 66 Removal of fuses... 67 Engine oil... 68 Belt adjustment.... 69 Globes... 69 Tyre information... 70 3
Engine information... 71 Removing the spark plugs... 71 4
Forward This manual has been translated from the Japanese original owner s manual. 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. Thanks to Chihiro Iwamura and Junko Machida for help with the translation. Disclaimer Great care has been taken in the translation / production of this manual, but, vehicle manufacturers can make alterations and design changes during production of a vehicle. No liability can be accepted by the authors or production team, for any damage or injuries caused by any errors or omissions in this manual. 5
General overview Dashboard 1. Passenger air bag cover 2. Climate control screen 3. Analogue clock 4. Heated rear screen switch 5. Ammeter 6. Emergency hazard switch 7. Electric antenna switch 8. Windscreen wiper switch 9. Instrument panel 10. Fog light switch 11. Indicator / light switch 12. Traction control switch 13. Exterior mirror control 14. Radio 15. Gear lever 16. Handbrake 17. Drivers air bag cover 18. Ignition switch 6
Interior 1. Rear view mirror 2. Sunroof switch 3. Sun visor 4. Power window switch panel 5. Seat belt 6. Emergency flare 7. Glove box 8. Cigarette lighter 9. Ash tray 10. Cup tray 11. Console box 12. Seat 7
Exterior 1. Boot lid 2. Power windows 3. Door handle / lock 4. Bonnet 5. Sun roof 6. Mirrors 7. Antenna 8. Fuel cover 9. Wheel 10. Headlight 11. Sidelight 8
Vehicle Introduction and Safety Please read this section. Even if you do not read the entire manual, this section should be studied before operating the vehicle. Warning notes Check exterior of vehicle before driving. Do not carry flammable liquids or gas bottles in the vehicle, as this may cause a fire or explosion in the event of an accident. Make sure seat belt is adjusted and fastened for all passengers as well as the driver, before driving. 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. 9
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? check translation. Do not try to turn the ignition switch off, while driving. This may cause serious damage to the engine. 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. Also no warning lights will be illuminated. 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. 10
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. Excessive use can cause the fluid to boil and become ineffective. If possible use the engine brake to keep the speed at a steady pace. Page 7? 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. 11
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. But you must learn the techniques related to its use. 1. 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. 2. When stationary, even on level ground, apply the foot brake to prevent the vehicle moving. 3. If the air conditioner is operating the engine will be idling faster than normal and may cause the vehicle movement to be greater. 12
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. 13
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 inside door-lock lever forward. 2. Hold door handle open. 3. Push door closed. 14
To lock the door from inside the vehicle, push the door-lock lever forward. To unlock pull the lever backward. 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. 15
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. 16
Window operation Push down the button, to close the window. Pull the button up to open the window. The driver s window can be opened or closed in one operation. To open pull the switch up to the top and released quickly, to close push the switch forward and release quickly. On the driver s door, are 2 window controls. 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. This is for the passenger window only. On the drivers door is the button to lock the window operation. To protect the battery try to open / close the windows only when the engine is running. 17
Engine compartment 1. To open the engine compartment, pull the small lever indicated towards you. 2. Under the front of the bonnet, there is a small lever. Push this to the left. This will allow the bonnet to lift up. To secure the bonnet, release the bonnet stay from the front of the engine bay. The end of the stay should be secured in the slot in the bonnet. The stay should be secured on its clip, before closing the bonnet. 18
Fuel access To gain access to the fuel filler, lift the small lever located at the right side of the driver s foot-well. Boot access Lift lever Use key Redo photo 19
Sunroof Power sunroof Fto-om-20-1a Fto-20-1b Manual sunroof Fto-21-1a 20
Fto-21-1b Fto-21-1c 21
Driving position Seat adjustment Important Always adjust the seat to suit you before driving, making sure: You can comfortably reach the steering wheel. You can operate the foot controls with ease. The seat belt is comfortable with no twists. You are seated properly. Front seat adjustment Do not try to adjust the driver s seat while the vehicle is moving. The risk of loosing control while the seat is not fixed could be very dangerous. Forward and backward This is achieved by pulling the indicated lever up, and sliding the seat. 22
Seat back tilt Lift the lever indicated, and move the backrest. Front seat cushion By turning the 2 dials at the right-hand side of the seat, the seat cushion height can be adjusted. See above. Rear seat access. To gain access to the rear seats, push the small lever (on the passenger seat) backwards. This allows the seat to move to its most forward position and the backrest to tilt forward. 23
Rear seat The rear seat cushion can be removed, for cleaning or the fitting of seat covers. Rear seat removal. Pull the 2 small catches forward lifting the seat clear of the rear locating lugs. Then pull the cushion towards yourself. Seat replacement. Put the seat belt buckles on the base. Push the seat backward until the 2 holes line up with the hooks under the seat cushion. Fixing hook. Fitting holes. Attention Please make sure that the seat cushion is put back in its place properly after you remove it. 24
Seat belts Fto-27-1a Redo photo Fto-28-1a Redo photo 25
Fto-28-1c Redo photo When you fasten your seat belt. Fto-29-1a Make sure that the belt is not twisted. Set the plate into the buckle until it clicks. Fto-29-1b Fto-29-1c When you unfasten the belt, hold the plate and press on the buckle. The belt will automatically rewind. 26
Fto-29-1d Redo photo Fto-29-1e When you see a red label on the anchor cover, this means that the belt has been stretched. It must be replaced with a new belt. SRS Air bag restraint system Air bags are used to supplement the normal seat belts in case of an accident. Insert from pages 30, 31 & 32. If the vehicle is involved in an front end accident, both the drivers and front passengers air bags are deployed. Even if the vehicle has been fitted with SRS, seat belts must be worn. 27
The SRS cannot be turned off. Redo photo Do not place objects or stickers onto the steering wheel or passenger side air bag egress panel. Do not fit rear facing child restraint seats in the front passenger seat. If the air bag is deployed in an accident, the child seat will be pushed backwards. When the ignition is turned on, the SRS indicator will be illuminated for approx 7 seconds then go out. If it stays on or fails to come on at all, contact your dealer. 28
Instrument panel Instrument overview 1. Volt-meter. 2. Rev counter. 3. Fuel level. 4. Speedometer. 5. Odometer / trip button. 6. Odometer. 7. Trip meter. 8. Engine temperature. Volt-meter The voltmeter should have a reading of about 13 volts in normal running. If the reading is below 12 volts, have the system checked by an auto electrician. 29
Odometer / trip meter To change from odometer to trip or vice versa, push the ODO / trip button on the instrument panel. To zero the trip meter, whilst the trip is visible, push and hold the ODO / trip button in for 5 seconds. 30
Warning lights 1. Exhaust warning light. 2. Oil pressure warning light. 3. Battery warning light. 4. Engine system warning light 5. Turn signal lights. 6. Washer reservoir tank warning light. 7. Door open warning light. 8. Brake / hand brake warning light. 9. High beam indicator light 10. Seat belt reminder light. 11. Low fuel warning light. 31
Turn signal indicator. when the indicator lever is operated for a left or right turn, the appropriate light will be illuminated, it will flash along with the outside lights. Pushing the hazard-warning switch will cause both the turn indicators on the instrument panel and all the outside lights to flash. High beam indicator light. This will be illuminated when the main lights are switched to high beam. Exhaust warning light. If this comes on then the exhaust is overheating. Stop the car as soon as possible, make sure there is nothing flammable (grass, paper etc) under the vehicle. Wait approx 15 minutes before restarting, if the light has gone out continue on your journey. If the light comes back on stop the vehicle again and wait longer, also have the exhaust checked. Oil pressure warning light. This will normally come, on when the ignition is turned on, but should go out after a few seconds. Battery warning light. This will normally come, on when the ignition is turned on, but should go out after a few seconds. If it stays on or comes on whilst you are driving, stop the car and have it checked by an auto electrician. Engine system. if this comes on, it indicates a problem with the engine or electrical system, have the engine / electric s checked. Washer reservoir tank warning light. This will come on when the water level in the washer bottle is low. Door open warning light. This will come on when a door is open or not closed properly. Brake / hand brake warning light. This has 3 functions:- 1. Will be illuminated when the handbrake is on. 2. When the brake fluid is low. 3. When the brake pads need replacing. Seat belt reminder light. This will be illuminated until the driver puts their seat belt on. Low fuel warning light. This will come on when the fuel level is down to about 8 litres. 32
Light switch Ft0-40-1a Redo photo - Off. - Parking lights. - Driving lights. Ft0-40-1b Change from main beam to low beam. Ft0-41-1a Position 1 indicator on. Position 2 hold for indicator. 33
Wiper switch Front wiper Fto-41-1b O = off - - - = intermittent (fixed time) I = normal speed II = fast speed Fto-41-1c O = off - - - = intermittent (variable time) I = normal speed II = fast speed Fto-42-1a O = off - - - = intermittent (variable time) I = normal speed II = fast speed Fto-42-1b By turning this switch, you can control the delay on the intermittent. 34
Fto-42-1c By turning this switch, you can control the delay on the intermittent. Wash / wipe control. Fto-43-1a Operates wash / wipe. Rear screen wiper. Fto-43-1b O = off - - - = Intermittent. I = normal speed. 35
Fto-43-1c Rear screen washer control. Other switches Hazard switch Hazard warning light switch. This turns ON / OFF the hazard warning lights. The turn signal indicator light will operate on the instrument panel. The ignition does not need to be on for this operation. Windscreen de-mist The switch indicated is for the windscreen de-mister. When it is operating, there is a small indicator on the display panel. 36
Fog / park light Fto-44-1c Fog light switch? / Park lights?. When this is depressed the front fog lights and the rear lights will be illuminated. Redo photo Ignition switch Ft0-46-1a Ignition switch. Ft0-46-1b When the key is in this position, the steering is locked and the key can be removed. Ft0-46-1c When the key is in this position, the accessories i.e. radio / CD can be used. 37
Park brake Fto-47-1a Lift up to activate park brake. Press button in, to release the brake. Fto-47-1b Always leave the gear selection in Neutral or Park, when the park brake is applied. Fto-48-1a Recommended speeds / gears for running in. Redo photo 38
Ft0-50-1a The button indicated must be depressed and the foot brake applied, before the gear lever can be moved. Fto-50-1b FTO-51-1 Gear selection indicator. Add pages 52/53/54/55/56 Fto-52-1a Park. Reverse. Neutral. Drive. 39
Ft0-53-1a 53-1b 53-1c 54-1a 40
Kick Down When the accelerator is pressed down quickly, the transmission will kick down to a lower gear. This will give an instant power response which is useful when overtaking or entering a major road or motorway. 55-1a Tip-Tronic gear selection. 56-1a. The selected gear is shown as indicated by the arrow. Hand brake operation 56-1b lift the hand brake to apply, push in the button to release the brake. 41
Adjustable items Steering wheel adjustment Fto-57-1a Push lever located under the steering wheel down, move the steering wheel to the desired position and firmly pull the lever up to lock. Interior mirror adjustment Fto-57-1b The mirror can be dipped (so you are not dazzled by the lights from a following vehicle) by moving the small lever forward or backward. Door mirrors Fto-57-1c On basic model. The small joystick will adjust the drivers door mirror. 42
Fto-57-1d On the next model, the switch can be moved so you can adjust both door mirrors. Door mirror parking Fto-58-1a The door mirrors can be folded in to allow for easier parking. Fto-58-1b To fold the mirrors in, depress #1 button. To unfold the mirrors, depress #2 button. ABS Anti Lock Brakes 43
Traction Control operation Fto-060-1a To turn the TCL on / off, use the switch located next to the mirror adjustment switch. Fto-060-1b Fto-060-1c When the Traction Control on, the indicator light on the instrument panel is illuminated. Interior bits Fto-062-1a The sun-visor can be unclipped and moved to the side position. Redo photo 44
Fto-062-1b Document / sunglasses holder. Fto-062-1c Cigarette ashtray. Lift to open. Fto-062-1d Pull to remove so you can empty the ashtray. Fto-062-1e Cigarette lighter, push in to use. 45
Passenger interior lights. Fto-063-1a Fto-063-1b Clock 64-1a 46
Storage space Coin holder 064 1b Redo photo Glove box 1c Center console 1d 47
Storage in boot 65-1a Redo photo Climate control Fto-68-1a Fto-68-1b 48
Fto-68-1c Redo photo Fto-69-1a 49
Climate controls Fto-70-1a 1. On switch. 2. Rear screen de-mist switch. 3. Air flow. 4. Fan speed control. 5. Air condition control. 6. Exterior temperature switch. 7. Off switch. 8. Indicator screen. 9. Air flow direction. 10. Front screen de-mist switch. Fto-70-1b Fan speed indicator. Redo photo Fto-071-1a ` 50
Rear demister switch Front demister switch Air flow indicator 51
Automatic air conditioning By simply pressing the AUTO button and selecting the desired temperature, the air conditioning operates to cool or warm automatically in order to maintain the selected temperature. Insert pictures showing sensors. CAUTION When using the air conditioning, the idling speed is slightly increased. Therefore, take extra care when starting to move the vehicle. Note: 1 - There is a photo sensor, atmospheric temperature sensor and an interior air temperature sensor inside the vehicle. 1. Photo sensor 2. Atmospheric temperature sensor 3. Interior air temperature sensor Never place anything on top or cover these sensors, doing so will prevent them from functioning properly. 2 A mist may be seen coming from the air outlets for a while during cooling. This is simply the result of humid air being suddenly cooled. 3 The temperature setting and the button selected air condition modes remain in memory even after the engine has been switched off. However, disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal will erase all those stored in memory and set the 52
temperature automatically to 25.0 C (AUTO). Operating the system as an automatic air conditioning 1. Auto button and temperature set dial. 2. Front windscreen demister. 3. Outside air / recirculate. 4. Fan speed control. 5. Air condition control. 6. Set temperature / outside temperature control. 7. Off button. 8. Display screen. 9. Air flow control. 10. Rear windscreen demister control. In normal conditions, use the system in AUTO mode and follow these procedures: 1. Press the AUTO button. The indicator will illuminate and the outlet port (except? and?), interior/exterior air select and blower speed and ON/OFF of air conditioner will be controlled automatically. The air conditioning compressor operation will change to (insert picture) (constant air conditioning operation). 2. Turn the TEMP dial to set the desired temperature. The temperature can be set within a range of 17.0 C to 32.0 C. the temperature will increase as the dial is turned in a clockwise direction. Note: Note: Note: 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. 3 Press the * button according to the need. Ever time the button is pressed, the mode changes from ECO * to * to stop; and simultaneous with this, the display indicator changes as well. 53
ECO * - Use this mode when humidity is low. The air compressor is operated as required to make energy saving operation. - Effectively used for dehumidification. The air compressor is operated to perform air cooling and dehumidifying. Operating the system as a normal air conditioner. 68-1a 68-1b 68-1c 54
71-1a 71-1b Redo photo 72-1b 72-1c 72-1d 55
Audio equipment Antenna 90-1a There are 2 antenna options on the vehicle. 1 st option is a built in antenna using part of the heated rear screen element. The 2 nd option is an electric telescopic antenna, located on the rear near side quarter panel. Redo photo 90-1b Redo photo 90-1c 56
94-1a Redo photo 57
Safety features Fitting of snow chains 98-1a Redo photo Emergency flare 100-1a In Japan it is mandatory to carry an emergency flare, in case you break down. This is illegal in Australia. Redo photo 58
Tool kit and jack 101-1a To access the tool kit and jack, open the boot and lift up the carpeted section in the middle of the boot floor. The tool kit is in a black plastic bag and the jack is secured at the left hand side of the spare wheel. 101-1b The tool kit comprises of 1 small spanner, a wheel nut wrench and jack handle. A spark plug spanner is also included. 101-1c Redo photo 59
Supporting the vehicle Changing the wheel and tyre. 102-1a Note that the spare wheel is of the emergency use only type. It should only be used for a short distance and at greatly reduced road speed. 60
102-1b 102-1c 103-1a 103-1b 61
103-1c 103-1d 103-1e 104-1a 62
105-1a 105-1b 105-1c 106-1a 106-1b Redo photo 63
106-1c Starting the vehicle by external battery. 107-1a 107-1b 108-1a Redo photo 64
108-1b Towing the vehicle. 108-1c Towing eye. 109 65
Service guide Capacities Fuel Engine oil Transmission oil manual Transmission oil automatic Cooling system 60 liters 4 liters? liters 7.5 liters? liters Fuses 110-1a To access fuse in drivers foot-well. 110-1b 66
Removal of fuses 111-1a 111-1b #1 fuse is OK, #2 fuse is dead. Redo photo 112-1a 67
Engine oil 113-1a 113-1b 68
114-1a Redo photo Belt adjustment. 1800 cc engine A 7.00 m/m to 8.00 m/m B - Globes. Headlight Main beam 60 W Low beam 51 W? 5 W? 55 W? 21 / 5 W 69
? 21 W?? 21 W? 5 W? 21 W? 5 W Tyre information Position of sticker showing tyre pressures and size. 117-1a Tyres should be only moved front to back, not diagonally. The tyres are directional. 70
Engine information 1800 cc & 2000 cc engine. 118-1a 2000 cc MIVEC 118-1b Redo photo Removing the spark plugs Remove the 5 screws indicated. 119-1a 71
Lift off the cover?. 119-1b Redo photo 119-1c Redo photo 119-1d Redo photo 72