Mitsubishi Outlander: Battery
The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting of the engine and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspection and care are especially important in cold weather.
Warning
► An SRS airbag sensor is located in the front of the engine compartment near
the battery.
When checking or replacing the battery, or when working around this area, do not
strike or damage this sensor.
- Removing and installing the battery upper cover (Petrol-powered vehicles equipped with turbocharger)
- Checking battery electrolyte level
- During cold weather
- Disconnection and connection
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Removing and installing the battery upper cover (Petrol-powered vehicles
equipped with turbocharger)
Warning
► Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position on the vehicle. Make sure that
your clothes cannot be caught by the fan or drive belt. Personal injury could result.
To remove
1.
Checking battery electrolyte level
The electrolyte level must be between the specified limit on the outside of the
battery. Replenish with distilled water as necessary.
The inside of the battery is divided into several compartment
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, particularly one that is not fully
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Petrol-powered vehicles with turbocharge
► Select engine oil of the proper SAE viscosity number according to the atmospheric
temperature.
SAE 5W-30, 0W-30 and 0W-40 engine oil can only be used if it meets ACEA A3/B3,
A3/B4 or A5/B5 and API SM or higher specifications.
► SAE 0W-30 and 0W-40 engine oil are recommended to
Emergency stop signal system
This is a device that reduces the possibility of rear end collisions by the rapid
and automatic blinking of the hazard warning lamps to alert vehicles approaching
from behind during sudden braking.
When the emergency stop signal system operates, the hazard warning indication
lamp in the instr
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