Mitsubishi Lancer VIII 8 owners manual page 345

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Engine overheating 8.Start the engine in the vehicle providing WARNING Engine overheating the boost. Let the engine idle a few min- Remove all the caps before charging the N00836500323 utes, then start the engine in the vehicle with the low battery. battery. When the engine has overheated, the infor- Electrolyte (battery acid) is corrosive mation screen in the multi-information dis- diluted sulphuric acid. If electrolyte comes NOTE play will be interrupted and the engine in contact with your hands, eyes, clothes, coolant temperature warning display will If the engine is started with the air duct or the painted surface of your vehicle, removed, the noise produced as air is drawn appear. The screen will then change to the thoroughly flush with water. If electrolyte into the engine will be greater than when the engine coolant temperature display screen gets in your eyes, flush them immediately duct is installed. and thoroughly with water, and get prompt medical attention. and “ ” will flash. If this happens: Always wear protective clothing and gog- 9.After the engine is started, disconnect the 1.Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Turn on gles when working near the battery. 8 cables in the reverse order from the way the hazard warning flashers. you connected them. Keep the battery out of the reach of chil- dren. 2.With the engine still running, carefully 10.For vehicles equipped with turbocharger, raise the engine hood to vent the engine install the battery upper cover and then compartment. the air duct. As your vehicle has anti-lock 3.Check that the cooling fan is running. If (Refer to “Removing and installing the brakes the fan is not turning, stop the engine battery upper cover” on page 9-14.) immediately and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facil- If you drive your vehicle with a low battery WARNING ity of your choice for assistance. charge, after the engine has been started by Charging your battery while it is still in using jumper cables, the engine may misfire. your vehicle might cause the battery to WARNING This can cause the anti-lock braking system catch fire and explode. If you have to warning light to blink on and off. This is only To avoid personal injury, keep hands, hair, charge it while in the vehicle, disconnect jewelry and clothes away from the cooling the negative terminal. due to the low battery voltage. It is not a fan. The cooling fan can start at any time. problem with the brake system. If this hap- Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the battery because the battery may pens, fully charge the battery and ensure the explode. charging system is operating properly. 4.If you see steam or spray coming from Keep your work area well vented when under the hood, turn off the engine. charging or using the battery in an enclosed space. 8-4 For emergencies

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