Mitsubishi Outlander: Anti–freeze
The engine coolant contains an ethylene glycol anti–corrosion agent. The cylinder head and water pump housing are cast aluminium alloy, and periodic changing of the engine coolant is necessary to prevent corrosion of these parts.
Use High–quality Ethylene–glycol includes coolant.
It has excellent protection against corrosion and rust formation of all metals including aluminium and can avoid clogs in the radiator, heater, cylinder head, engine block, etc.
Because of the necessity of this anti–corrosion agent, the coolant must not be replaced with plain water even in summer. The required concentration of anti–freeze differs depending on the expected ambient temperature.
CAUTION
(1) Do not use alcohol or methanol anti–freeze or any engine coolants mixed
with alcohol or methanol anti–freeze. The use of an improper anti–freeze can cause
the corrosion of the aluminium components.
(2) For effective anti–corrosion and
anti–freeze performance, keep the anti–freeze concentration within the range of
45 to 60%. Concentrations exceeding 60% will result in a reduction of both the anti–freeze
and cooling performance thus adversely affecting the engine.
(3) Do not top off
with water only. Water by itself reduces the rust– protective and anti–freeze qualities
of the coolant and has a lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling
system if it should freeze. Do not use tapwater, or it could cause corrosion and
rust formation.
During cold weather
If the temperatures in your area drop below freezing, there is the danger that the coolant in the engine or radiator could freeze and cause severe damage to the engine and/or radiator. Add a sufficient amount of anti– freeze to the coolant to prevent it from freezing.
The engine coolant mixture used at the factory provides protection against freezing for temperatures as low as approximately –30°C. The concentration should be checked before the start of cold weather and anti–freeze added to the system if necessary.
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and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspection and
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The electrolyte level must be between the “max” and “min” marks stamped on the
outside of the battery. Replenish with distilled water as necessary.
The inside of the battery is divided in
During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is reduced at low temperatures. This is an inevitable
result of its chemical and physical properties. This is why a very cold battery,
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When the engine has overheated, the information screen in the multi-information
display will be interrupted and the engine coolant temperature warning display will
appear. The screen will then change to the engine coolant temperature display screen
andwill flash.
If this occurs, take the foll
Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch
The front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch can be used to disable the front passenger’s
airbag. If you have a rearward facing child restraint system that cannot be fitted
to any seat other than the front passenger seat, be sure to turn OFF the front passenger’s
airbag ON-OFF switch befor
