1. Air conditioner switch
With the fan on, press the switch and conditioned air will begin to flow into the passenger compartment (in cooling/dry mode), and the air conditioning indicator light will come on. Pressing the switch again will turn off the air conditioning system.
Note. When the air conditioning system is turned on, fog may initially come out of the ventilation grilles. This is simple, is the result of a sharp cooling of moist air
Warning. When the air conditioning system is running, the engine idle speed increases slightly. If you have stopped the vehicle, fully depress the brake pedal to prevent it from moving slowly. This precaution is especially important for vehicles with automatic transmission.
2. Fan mode switch
You can select one of four fan speeds to adjust the airflow. The fan operation mode is set by turning the switch clockwise or in the opposite direction. Under normal conditions, you should set the first or second speed.
3. Air temperature adjustment knob
The heating is switched off when this knob is turned all the way to the left. Turn the knob to the right to increase the air temperature.
Note. When the coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air supplied to the passenger compartment will not rise even if the air temperature control knob is turned to the high temperature side
4. Airflow distribution mode selection knob
Ventilation grilles/ventilation system outlets from which air is supplied, depending on the selected air distribution mode, are shown in the table.
Table
Ventilation grilles / ventilation system outlets from which air is supplied Depending on the choice of air distribution
- A: From the ventilation grilles for blowing the windshield and side windows
- B: From the central and side ventilation grilles
- C: From under the dashboard
- D: From under the front seats
- *: Indicates a weak air tray.
4. Main airflow directions (ventilation modes)
To the head area
The air flow enters the upper part of the vehicle interior.
To the area of the legs / to the area of the head
Air enters the upper part of the car interior and does not enter the area.
To the leg area
Air enters only in the leg area.
To the foot area / to the ventilation grilles for heating the windshield and side windows
Air enters the leg area, as well as the windshield and door windows.
To the ventilation grilles for heating the windshield and side windows
Air enters only the windshield and the windows of the car doors.
Note. Air is always supplied from the central and side ventilation grilles, regardless of the position of the air distribution mode selection knob.
5. Air ventilation mode selection switch
Each time this switch is pressed, the ventilation modes change between fresh air intake and recirculation mode. In recirculation mode, the indicator lamp lights up.
(Fresh air position) Fresh air enters the car interior.
(Circulating air position) The air is recirculated in the passenger compartment. Select this mode to keep the interior air free from dust and other outdoor air pollution.
Note. The fresh air intake mode is usually used to quickly remove moisture or ice from the windshield and side windows and keep them clean. The recirculation mode should be selected when intensive cooling of the interior air is required, as well as if the outside air is very dusty or polluted. In this case, you should periodically turn on the fresh air intake mode to avoid fogging the windows.
Warning. Prolonged use of the air recirculation mode causes fogging of the car windows.
Heating of the leg area
Install the air distribution mode selection knob and air intake mode selection switch (A) to the positions shown in the figure. Adjust the temperature by turning the temperature control knob clockwise or counterclockwise, select the desired fan speed
Note. For maximum heat, set the fan mode switch to the third speed.
Combination of fresh and warm air
Install the air distribution mode selection knob (A) to the position shown in the figure, and the air intake mode selection switch to the fresh air position. The air flow will be directed towards the legs and the upper part of the cabin. Select the desired fan speed. Warm air will be sent to the feet, and cool or slightly warm air to the upper part of the cabin.
Elimination of fogging of a windshield and glasses of doors
To remove frost or condensation (fogging) from the windshield or door windows, set the airflow distribution mode selection knob to
or 
.
In this position, the leg area is heated and fogging is removed from the windshield and door glasses (recommended when driving in rain or snow).
1. Set the air distribution mode selection knob (A) to the fresh air intake position.
2. Set the air intake mode selection switch to
.
3. Turn the knob to set the desired fan speed.
4. Turn the knob to set the desired temperature.
5. Press the air conditioner switch (IN) (for vehicles equipped with air conditioning).
Fast fogging removal (fast heating) glasses
1. Set the air distribution mode selection knob (A) to the fresh air intake position.
2. Set the air intake mode selection switch to the
position.
3. Turn the knob to set the maximum fan speed.
4. Turn the knob to set the desired temperature.
5. Press the air conditioner switch (IN) (for vehicles equipped with air conditioning).
Notes:
- (1) To effectively remove fogging from the windows, direct the air flow from the side ventilation grilles to the door windows and cover the central ventilation grilles.
- (2) Do not set the air temperature control knob to a position close to the maximum cooling position. Cooled air will be supplied to the door glass and condense on them (fogging will occur).
Fresh air supply
To supply fresh air to the passenger compartment in hot weather, set the air intake mode selection switch (A) to the fresh air intake mode and the air temperature adjustment knob to the positions shown in the figure. Make sure the temperature control knob is turned all the way to the left. Select the desired fan speed.
Note. Turn the ventilation mode selector knob clockwise and the airflow will be directed towards the feet and windshield.
Air cooling (vehicles with air conditioning/air)
Set the airflow distribution mode selection knob to
with the Switch (A) set the fresh air intake mode and press the switch (IN) conditioner. Adjust the temperature by turning the air temperature adjustment knob clockwise or counterclockwise. Select the desired fan speed.
Note. If the outside air is dusty, too dirty, or the passenger compartment air needs to be quickly cooled, set the air intake mode selection switch to the recirculation position and turn the temperature control knob all the way to the left.
Important instructions for using the air conditioning system
(1) Park your car in the shade if possible. If you leave the car in the sun, it will get very hot and it will take longer for the interior to cool down. If you do have to leave the car in the sun, open the windows for the first few minutes of the air conditioning system to let the hot air out of the passenger compartment.
(2) When the air conditioning system is operating, the side windows must be raised. The intake of outside air through open windows reduces the efficiency of the air conditioning system.
(3) Too much air cooling is harmful to health. The air temperature in the cabin should be only 5-6°lower than the outside air temperature.
(4) When the system is in operation, make sure that the air intake openings in front of the windshield are free from foreign objects such as leaves. Leaves clogged in the duct prevent the normal passage of air and close the holes for water flow.
Recommendations for the care of the air conditioning system, refrigerant and its lubrication
If the efficiency of the air conditioning system is less than normal, a refrigerant leak may be the cause. Have the air conditioning system checked by an authorized MITSUBISHI dealer. The air conditioning system installed in the vehicle must be charged with HFC-134a refrigerant and SUN-PAG56 air conditioning oil. The use of a different refrigerant or different lubricant will result in serious damage, necessitating the replacement of the entire A/C system. Do not release refrigerant into the atmosphere. New refrigerant HFC-134a. used in the car, does not harm the ozone layer of the atmosphere.
In the event of an extended period of inactivity
The air conditioning system must be turned on for at least 5 minutes every week, even in cold weather. This keeps the internal parts of the compressor lubricated and keeps the A/C system in good working order. If these requirements are not met, the system may emit an unusual odor. This does not indicate that the system is faulty.