Mitsubishi Fuso Canter 2013

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WARNING High temperatures of exhaust system components 5-50

WARNING Handling of DPF system with regeneration control 5-50

WARNING Handling of DEF 1-8

WARNING Use of specified fuses 13-10

WARNING Engine oil level check 12-23

WARNING Fuel to use 1-5

WARNING DPF indicator lamp 5-50

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Main Page

Reading the Handbook4
Table of Contents5
Recommendation to Drivers6
Chassis and Engine Numbers7
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)8
- First Maintenance at 4,000 Km (2,500Miles)9
- Pre-Operational Check9
- Periodic Inspection9
Maintenance9
- Diesel-Fuel Properties10
- Diesel Fuel to be Used in Your Engine10
Fuels10
- Danger of Fire and Explosion by Usingmixed Fuel11
- Adverse Effects of Mixed Fuel on Engine11
- Refueling12
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)13
- DEF Used14
- Replenishing DEF14
- Method for Canceling the Driving Restriction that Has Engaged Due to an Empty DEF Tank16
- Storing the DEF16
In Cold Weather16
- Maintenance18
- Maximum Engine Speed During Run-Inperiod18
Handling of the New Vehicle18
Reporting Safety Defects19
Obtaining Service19
Warning Labels21
- Labels Inside the Cab23
- Around the Driver’s Seat23
- On Driver’s Door and Door Pillar24
- Exterior Labels25
- On Frame and Exterior Equipment25
- On Cab Outside and Engine26
Opening and Closing27
- Starter Key28
- Engine Immobilizer(Theft Prevention Device)29
- Doors32
- From the Outside33
- Central Door Locks34
- From the Inside34
- Keyless Entry System35
- The Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate for Wireless Transmitter(Remote Control Switch)35
- How to Operate the Remote Control Switch36
- Replacing the Remote Control Switch Battery37
- Entering and Leaving the Vehicle39
- Door Window Glass41
- Power Window Switches41
- Window Regulator Handle42
Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustments43
- Correct Driving Position44
- Driver’s Seat44
- Seats44
- Assistant Driver’s Seat45
- Making Adjustments45
- Rear Seat – Crew-Cab Models46
- Seat Belts47
- Lap and Shoulder Belts with ELR48
- Fastening48
- Unfastening48
- Seat Belt Anchor49
- Lap Belt49
- Seat Belt Care50
- Pregnant Women50
- Children and Babies50
- Steering Wheel51
Switches and Controls53
- Arrangement of Switches and Controls54
- Starter Switch55
  - Starter Switch Position55
  - Starter Key Reminder Alarm56
- Starting the Engine57
  - Pre-Starting Steps58
  - Starting Procedure59
  - Starting the Engine When Vehicle Hasbeen Parked over an Extended Period60
  - Starting the Engine with the Cab Tilted61
- Warming up the Engine62
- Stopping the Engine64
  - Accelerator Pedal66
  - Brake Pedal66
- Pedals66
- Parking Brake Alarm67
- Parking Brake Lever67
  - Using the Parking Brake Lever67
  - Arrangement of Switches68
- Combination Switch68
  - Lighting Switch68
  - Exhaust Brake69
  - Passing Signal/Dimmer Switch69
  - Turn Signal Lamp Switch69
  - Wiper and Washer Switch70
  - Before Starting the Engine72
  - Creep72
- Duonic Tm72
  - What You Should Know before You Can Safely and Properly Operate Your Vehicle72
  - Brake Pedal Operation73
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running73
  - Parking73
  - Selecting the “R” (Reverse) Position73
  - Driving on a Slippery Road74
  - Starting on Uphill Roads74
  - Towing74
  - Controls and Indicators75
  - Gearshift Lever76
  - How to Operate the Gearshift Lever76
  - Gearshift Positions77
  - Driving Tips78
  - ECO Mode Switch78
  - Starting Automatic Shift Mode79
  - Driving82
  - Reversing82
  - Driving in Automatic Shift Mode83
  - Driving in Manual Shift Mode83
  - Moving out of Mud, Snow or Sand85
  - Short Stops85
  - If a Transmission System Warning Is Displayed87
  - Warning (Amber)87
  - Warning (Red)87
- Cruise Control88
  - Warning88
  - To Set a Desired Speed90
  - To Increase the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode91
  - Automatic Deactivation of the Cruise Control92
  - To Accelerate Temporarily in Cruise Control Mode92
  - To Decrease the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode92
  - To Reactivate the Temporarily Deactivated Cruise Control93
- Hazard Warning Lamp Switch94
- To Deactivate the Cruise Control94
- Front Fog Lamp Switch95
- Rearview Mirrors95
- Van Body Dome Light Switch95
- Mirror Heater Switch96
- Horn Switch97
- Transmission PTO97
  - Control and Indicators98
  - Engagement98
  - Disengagement99
- Bluetec ® System100
- Regeneration Controlling DPF System102
- PM Indicator103
- PM Indicator and Warning/Indicator Lamp103
- Automatic DPF Regeneration105
- Parked DPF Regeneration (Performed Following Illumination of the (Amber) Indicator Lamp)107
- How to Perform the Parked DPF Regeneration108
- Bluetec Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment110
- Warnings for Bluetec Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment110
- Excessively Low DEF Quantity (Warning Pattern 1)111
- Degraded DEF Quality (Warning Pattern 4)112
- Empty DEF Tank (Warning Pattern 3)112
- Further Reduced DEF Level (Warning Pattern 2)112
- Faulty Bluetec Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment (Warning Pattern 5)114
- Precautions for Inspection and Mainte-Nance115
Instruments and Warning Lamps117
- Arrangement of Instruments and Warning Lamps118
- Speedometer118
- Tachometer118
- Water Temperature Gauge119
- Fuel Gauge120
- DEF Level Indicator121
- If the Tank Is Short of DEF121
- Multi-Information System123
  - Outline of Multi-Information System123
  - Display Mode Selection and Settings124
  - Odometer/Trip Meter124
  - Display Modes125
  - Calendar and Clock126
  - Outside Air Temperature (Vehicles Withfully Automatic Air Conditioner)128
  - DPF Monitor129
  - Fuel Mileage Information130
  - Maintenance Information132
  - Illumination Intensity (Brightness Adjustment)136
  - Categories of Warnings and Indicators138
  - Indication Colors138
  - Telltale Indications138
- Warning/Indicator Telltale138
  - Red and Amber Indications139
  - Black Indications140
  - Engine System Warning141
  - Transmission Control Warning141
  - Transmission Oil Temperature Warning141
  - SAM Warning142
  - Engine Oil Level Warning143
- Warning/Indicator Lamps144
- Meter Cluster Warning143
- Vacuum Pressure Warning Lamp148
- Brake Warning Lamp149
- Charge Warning Lamp149
- Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp150
- Engine Control Warning Lamp150
- ABS Warning Lamp151
- Engine Overheating Warning Lamp151
- Engine Immobilizer Warning Lamp152
- When the Engine Cannot be Started152
- When the Engine Can be Started152
Starting and Driving153
- Precautions When Setting the Vehicle in Motion154
- Precautions for Driving155
- Tips for Improving Fuel Economy159
- Braking160
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)161
  - Brake Pedal Operation163
  - Braking Distance163
  - Illumination of ABS Warning Lamp163
  - Steering Wheel Operation163
- On Uphill and Downhill Roads164
- On Rough Roads and in Bad Weather165
- Parking167
- Standard on FG169
- Vehicles with Limited Slip Differential169
- Loading Cargo171
- Do Not Overloading the Vehicle171
- How to Load Cargo172
- 4WD Operation (FG Models)173
- Control and Indicator Lamps for 4WD Operation174
- Location of Control and Indicator Lamps175
- Front Drive Switch175
- Selecting Drivemode - Transfer Gear Range Combinations176
- Switching the Mode-Range Combination176
- Free-Wheeling Hub177
- Climbing Steep Hills178
- Advice on Use of the 4WD Mode178
- Driving on Sandy or Muddy Ground178
- Driving on Snow-Covered or Frozen Roads178
- Descending Steep Hills179
- Crossing a River179
- Precautions to be Taken When Selecting the 4WD Mode180
- If You Have Driven in Water by Necessity180
- After Off-Road Driving, be Sure to Check the Following Points180
Heating and Air Conditioning181
- Adjusting the Airflow Direction182
- Front Air Outlets182
- Rear Air Outlets183
- Manual Air Conditioner184
- Fully Automatic Air Conditioner190
- Outside Air Inlets195
- Rear Heater195
Crew-Cab Vehicle195
Interior Equipment and Accessories197
- Cigarette Lighter198
- Ashtrays199
- Driver’s Door Ashtray and Assistant Driver’s Door Ashtray199
- Coat Hooks200
- Rear Ashtray in Crew-Cab Model200
- Sun Visors200
- Interior Lamp201
  - Interior Lamp with Built-In Spot Lamps202
  - Rear Interior Lamp – Crew-Cab Models202
- Step Lamp202
- Small Article Compartments203
- AM/FM Radio and CD Player207
- Before Using the AM/FM Radio and CD Player207
- Using the Radio207
  - Tips on Using Cds208
  - Discs and Files209
  - Volume and Tone Adjustments212
  - Adjusting the Tone and Fade/Balance213
  - Adjustment Modes214
  - Radio215
  - To Listen to the Radio215
  - Automatic Tuning216
  - Manual Tuning216
  - Programming Stations to Preset Buttons217
  - Automatic Tuning Using the “SCAN” Button218
  - 4 CD Player219
  - Playing a CD220
  - Switching to CD Playing While Listening to the Radio220
  - Basic Operations221
  - Repeating the same Track221
  - Playing the Music Programs in a Folder in Random Order (MP3/WMA File Cds)222
  - Playing the Tracks in Random Order222
  - Repeating the Music Programs in a Folder (MP3/WMA File Cds)222
  - Ejecting a Disc223
  - Scan Search Playback223
  - Scan Search Playback for Programs in Folder (MP3/WMA File Cds)223
  - Selecting Information Items on the Display (MP3/WMA File Cds)223
  - Clock224
  - To Display the Clock in Other Conditions224
  - Setting the Clock225
  - Alarm226
  - Setting the Alarm Time226
  - Activating the Alarm228
  - Audio System Problems, Probable Causes and Actions229
  - CD and Player229
  - General Problems229
- Accessories230
- In Cold Weather231
- Coolant232
- Engine Oil232
- Fuels232
- Other Recommendations for Cold Weather Operation233
- When Parking the Vehicle after Replenishing the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)233
- Installing Tire Chains234
Simple Inspection and Service237
- General Precautions for Servicing the Vehicle238
- Engine Access Opening240
- To Reach the Access Opening240
  - Power Steering Fluid and Engine Coolant Level Inspection Opening241
  - Preparation242
- Tilting the Cab242
  - Lowering the Cab244
  - Checking Locking of the Cab246
  - Before Starting the Engine247
- Pre-Operational Checks247
- In the Driver’s Seat248
- Lubrication254
- While Driving at Slow Speeds254
- Greasing255
  - Fe256
  - Fg256
  - Door Hinge (6 Points in Total on both Sides; 12 Points in Crew-Cab Models)258
  - Anchor Hooks (Two Places)259
- Oils and Fluids259
  - Checking260
  - Adding Oil261
  - Replacement262
  - Check, Addition, and Replacement264
  - Clutch Control Fluid264
  - Resetting the Engine Control Unit264
  - Transmission Gear Oil265
  - Check266
  - Transfer Gear Oil (FG)268
  - Coat the Inspection Plug’s Threads with the Specified Sealant and Install and Tighten the Plug269
  - Axle Housing Gear Oil270
  - Brake Fluid272
  - Adding Fluid274
  - Inspecting and Adding Fluid275
  - Power Steering Fluid275
- Filter Elements276
  - Oil Filter Replacement276
  - Fuel Filter Replacement279
  - Air Cleaner Element Cleaning and Replacement282
- Draining Water from Fuel Filter287
- Engine Coolant - Check and Replacement288
  - Recommended Coolant289
  - Using Coolant Additive289
  - Water Used with Coolant289
  - Adding Coolant293
  - Adding Coolant During Pre-Operation Checks293
  - Adding Coolant Following an Engine Overheat293
  - Cleaning the Intercooler and Radiator Core297
- V-Belts - Check and Adjustment297
- Steering Wheel - Check299
- Service Brakes - Check300
  - Steering Wheel Looseness300
  - Steering Wheel Operation300
  - Brake Pedal Play301
  - Brake Pedal Stroke301
  - Braking Performance301
- Parking Brake - Check and Adjustment302
  - Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check302
  - Inflation Pressure Check303
- Tires - Check303
  - Checking for Cracks, Damage, and Objects Embedded in Tread305
  - Checking Tread Depth305
  - Preparation for Tire Replacement306
- Tire Replacement306
  - Front Axle Jacking Points307
  - Rear Axle Jacking Point307
  - Removing the Wheel307
  - How to Remove a Wheel308
  - Mounting the Tire309
- Wheel Nuts - Check and Retightening313
- Tire Rotation315
  - Replacing Blade Rubber Only317
  - Replacing Wiper Blade317
- Wiper Blade - Replacement317
- Fluid Level Check318
- Windshield Washer - Fluid Level Check and Refilling318
- Battery - Check319
  - Removal and Installation of Battery Cover319
  - Inspecting the Battery320
  - Cleaning the Terminals321
  - Battery Removal and Installation322
- Air Filters - Cleaning323
- Outside Air Filter323
- Cleaning Your Vehicle324
  - Dashboard Air Filter324
  - Cleaning Glass Surfaces325
  - Exterior Cleaning325
  - Washing325
  - Dirt Caked on Paintwork328
  - Rust and Corrosion328
  - Small Chips and Scratches328
  - Waxing328
  - Cleaning Interior Trim329
  - General Dirt329
  - Grease and Oil329
  - Interior Cleaning329
  - Cleaning Seat Belts330
  - Cleaning Vinyl Surfaces330
  - Organic Contaminants330
  - Other Contaminants330
- Intercooler - Cleaning331
Removing Floor Mat for Cleaning331
Useful Advice for Emergencies333
- Possible Failures, Causes and Remedies334
- Stopping Your Vehicle in an Emergency339
- If the Engine Overheats340
- Repair340
- When a Fuse Has Blown342
- When a Lamp Has Burned out350
- If a Tire Goes Flat While the Vehicle Is in Motion360
- When Braking Is Sluggish360
- When the Battery Has Run down361
- If Fuel Tank Becomes Empty (Bleeding the Fuel System)363
- If the DEF Tank Becomes Empty363
- Towing364
- When the Vehicle Becomes Stuck in Soft Ground365
Service Data369
- Recommended Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids and Quantities370
- Quantities of Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids370
- Recommended Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids371
- Maintenance Schedule373
Maintenance Schedule374
Lubrication Schedule379
Alphabetical Index383
Maintenance Record384
- Maintenance Record387
- 4,000 Km / 2,500 Miles Service Operations389
- 15,000 Km / 9,000 Miles Service Operations391
- 30,000 Km / 18,000 Miles Service Operations393
- 45,000 Km / 27,000 Miles Service Operations395
- 60,000 Km / 36,000 Miles Service Operations397
- 75,000 Km / 45,000 Miles Service Operations399
- 90,000 Km / 54,000 Miles Service Operations401
- 105,000 Km / 63,000 Miles Service Operations403
- 120,000 Km / 72,000 Miles Service Operations405
- 135,000 Km / 81,000 Miles Service Operations407
- 150,000 Km / 90,000 Miles Service Operations409
- 165,000 Km / 99,000 Miles Service Operations411
- 180,000 Km / 108,000 Miles Service Operations413
- 195,000 Km / 117,000 Miles Service Operations415
- 210,000 Km / 126,000 Miles Service Operations417
- 225,000 Km / 135,000 Miles Service Operations419
- 240,000 Km / 144,000 Miles Service Operations421
- 255,000 Km / 153,000 Miles Service Operations423
- 270,000 Km / 162,000 Miles Service Operations425
- 285,000 Km / 171,000 Miles Service Operations427
- 300,000 Km / 180,000 Miles Service Operations429
- 315,000 Km / 189,000 Miles Service Operations431
- 24 Months (2 Years) Service Operations433
- 48 Months (4 Years) Service Operations435
- 72 Months (6 Years) Service Operations437
- 96 Months (8 Years) Service Operations439
- 120 Months (10 Years) Service Operations441
- 144 Months (12 Years) Service Operations443
- 168 Months (14 Years) Service Operations445
- 192 Months (16 Years) Service Operations447
- 216 Months (18 Years) Service Operations449
- 240 Months (20 Years) Service Operations451
- 264 Months (22 Years) Service Operations453
- 288 Months (24 Years) Service Operations455
- 312 Months (26 Years) Service Operations457
- 336 Months (28 Years) Service Operations459
- 360 Months (30 Years) Service Operations461

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