Mitsubishi Outlander: Service precautions

Adequate care of your vehicle at regular intervals serves to preserve the value and appearance as long as possible. Maintenance items as described in this owner’s manual can be performed by the owner. We recommend you to have the periodic inspection and maintenance performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorised Service Point or another specialist. In the event a malfunction or a problem is discovered, we recommend you to have it checked and repaired. This section contains information on inspection maintenance procedures that you can do yourself. Follow the instructions and cautions for each of the various procedures.

WARNING:
● When checking or servicing the inside of the engine compartment, make sure the engine is switched off and has had a chance to cool down.
● If it is necessary to do work in the engine compartment with the engine running, be especially careful that your clothing, hair, etc., does not become caught by the fan, drive belts, or other moving parts.
● The fan can turn on automatically even if the engine is not running. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position to be safe while you work in the engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames around fuel or battery. The fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working around the battery. It contains poisonous and corrosive sulphuric acid.
● Do not get under your vehicle with just the body jack supporting it. Always use automotive jack stands.
● Improper handling of components and materials used in the vehicle can endanger your personal safety. We recommend you to consult a specialist for necessary information.

Bonnet

To open

1. Pull the release lever toward you to unlock the bonnet.

2. Raise the bonnet while pressing the safety lock.

NOTE:
● Only open the bonnet when the wipers are in the parked position. In any other position, the wipers could damage the paint or bonnet.

3. Support the bonnet by inserting the support bar in its slot.

CAUTION:
● Note that the support bar may disengage the bonnet if the open bonnet is lifted by a strong wind.
● After inserting the support bar into the slot, make sure the bar supports the bonnet securely from faling down on to your head or body.

To close

1. Unlatch the support bar and clip it in its holder. 2. Slowly lower the bonnet to a position 30 cm above the closed position, then let it drop. 3. Make sure the bonnet is securely locked by softly lifting the centre of the bonnet.

NOTE:
● If this does not close the bonnet, release it from a slightly higher position.
● Do not press down firmly on the bonnet as doing so could damage it.

CAUTION:
● Be careful that hands or fingers are not trapped when closing the bonnet.

Cleaning the exterior of your vehicle

Engine oil