Mitsubishi Lancer VIII 8 owners manual page 387

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For cold and snowy weather Hood lock release mechanism Additional equipment (For Fuses and safety catch regions where snow is encoun- N00942800801 N00942500114tered) Fuse block location The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be checked, cleaned, and It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short- oiled when needed for easy movement and to To prevent damage to the electrical system handled spade in the vehicle during the win- stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease from short-circuiting or overloading, each ter so that you can clear away snow if you get NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts individual circuit is equipped with a fuse. The stranded. A small hand-brush for sweeping of the hood latch and release lever. Work the fuse blocks are located in the passenger com- snow off the vehicle and a plastic scraper for grease into the hood lock mechanism until all partment and in the engine compartment. the movable surfaces are covered. the windshield, side and rear window are also useful. Also, put a light coat of the same grease onPassenger compartment the safety catch wherever moving parts touch. Fusible links 9 For cold and snowy weather N00942700259 The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire if N00942600102a large current attempts to flow through cer- Ventilation slots tain electrical systems. In case of a melted fusible link, see your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a The ventilation slots in front of the wind-repair facility of your choice for inspection shield should be brushed clear after a heavyand replacement. snowfall so that the operation of the heatingFor the fusible links, please refer to “Fuse and ventilation systems will not be impaired. load capacities” on page 9-29. A- Main fuse block Weatherstripping WARNING B- Sub fuse block Fusible links must not be replaced by any The fuse blocks in the passenger compart- other device. Failing to fit the correct fus- To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping ment are located behind the fuse lid on the ible link may result in fire in the vehicle, on the doors, engine hood, etc., they should driver’s side as shown. be treated with silicone grease. property destruction and serious or fatal injuries at any time. 9-28 Vehicle care and maintenance

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