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12-5

2 Power steering fluid and engine coolant

level inspection opening

In front of the rear seat, there is an opening for

inspecting and replenishing the power steering fluid

and engine coolant.

Uncover and cover the opening as follows:

1. Remove the cover .

2. Raise the clamp to unhook it and then swing

down the inspection opening cover .

Perform the above procedure in reverse to

cover the opening.

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FE_FG.book Page 5 Tuesday, February 8, 2011 4:00 PM

Reading the Handbook5
Table of Contents6
Recommendation to Drivers8
Chassis and Engine Numbers9
Recommendation to Drivers9
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)10
- First Maintenance at 4,000 Km (2,500 Miles)11
- Maintenance11
- DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)15
- Handling of the New Vehicle20
- Maximum Engine Speed During Run-In Period20
- Obtaining Service21
- Reporting Safety Defects21
- Contact MFTA22
- Contact Your Nearest Authorized Dealer22
Warning Labels24
- Around the Driver’s Seat26
- Labels Inside the Cab26
- On Driver’s Door and Door Pillar27
- Exterior Labels28
- On Frame and Exterior Equipment28
- On Cab Outside and Engine29
- Opening and Closing30
- Starter Key31
Opening and Closing31
- Engine Immobilizer (Theft Prevention Device)32
- Doors35
- From the Outside36
- Central Door Locks37
- From the Inside37
- Keyless Entry System38
  - How to Operate the Remote Control Switch39
  - Replacing the Remote Control Switch Battery40
- Entering and Leaving the Vehicle42
- Rear Doors: Crew-Cab Models43
- Door Window Glass44
- Power Window Switches44
- Window Regulator Handle45
Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustments46
- Correct Driving Position47
- Driver’s Seat47
- Assistant Driver’s Seat48
- Making Adjustments48
- Rear Seat-Crew-Cab Model49
- Seat Belts50
- Fastening51
- Lap and Shoulder Belts with ELR51
- Unfastening51
- Lap Belt52
- Seat Belt Anchor52
- Children and Babies53
- Pregnant Women53
- Seat Belt Care53
- Steering Wheel54
- Switches and Controls56
- Arrangement of Switches and Controls57
  - Starter Switch Position58
  - Starter Key Reminder Alarm59
- Starting the Engine60
  - Pre-Starting Steps61
  - Starting Procedure62
  - Starting the Engine When Vehicle Has Been Parked over63
  - Starting the Engine with the Cab Tilted64
- Warming up the Engine65
- Stopping the Engine67
  - Accelerator Pedal69
  - Brake Pedal69
  - Parking Brake Alarm70
  - Using the Parking Brake Lever70
  - Arrangement of Switches71
- Combination Switch71
  - Lighting Switch71
  - Exhaust Brake (Option)72
  - Passing Signal/Dimmer Switch72
  - Turn Signal Lamp Switch72
  - Activation and Deactivation of Exhaust Brake73
  - Wiper and Washer Switch73
  - Before You Can Safely and Properly Operate Your Vehicle75
  - Creep75
- Duonic Tm75
  - Brake Pedal Operation76
  - Parking76
  - Selecting the “R” (Reverse) Position76
  - Driving on a Slippery Road77
  - Starting on Uphill Roads77
  - Controls and Indicators78
  - Gearshift Positions79
  - How to Operate the Gearshift Lever79
  - A/M: Automatic/Manual Shift Mode80
  - Driving Tips81
  - ECO Mode Switch81
  - Automatic Shift Mode82
  - Starting82
  - Manual Shift Mode83
  - Driving85
  - Reversing85
  - Driving in Automatic Shift Mode86
  - Driving in Manual Shift Mode86
  - Moving out of Mud, Snow or Sand87
  - Short Stop88
  - If a Transmission System Warning Is Displayed89
  - Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running89
  - T/M Sys Warning (Red)89
  - Actions to Take after Stopping the Vehicle90
  - T/M Oil Warning90
  - T/M Sys Warning (Amber)90
- Cruise Control91
  - Controls and Indicator92
  - To Set a Desired Speed93
  - To Increase the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode94
  - Automatic Deactivation of the Cruise Control95
  - To Accelerate Temporarily in Cruise Control Mode95
  - To Decrease the Set Speed in Cruise Control Mode95
  - To Reactivate the Temporarily Deactivated Cruise Control96
- Hazard Warning Lamp Switch97
- To Deactivate the Cruise Control97
- Front Fog Lamp Switch98
- Rearview Mirrors98
- Van Body Dome Light Switch98
- Mirror Heater Switch99
- Horn Switch100
- Transmission PTO100
  - Control and Indicators101
  - Indicators Displayed on Multi-Information Display101
  - PTO Switch101
  - Disengagement102
- Bluetec ® System103
  - Regeneration Controlling DPF System105
  - PM Indicator and Warning/Indicator Lamp106
  - Automatic DPF Regeneration108
  - Fast Flashing (0.25-Second Interval)110
  - Parked DPF Regeneration110
  - Slow Flashing (0.5-Second Interval)110
  - How to Perform the Parked DPF Regeneration111
  - Bluetec Exhaust Gas After-Treatment113
  - Excessively Low DEF Quantity114
  - Degraded DEF Quality115
  - Empty DEF115
  - Further Reduced DEF Level115
  - Faulty Bluetec Exhaust Gas After-Treatment117
  - DEF Dosing System118
  - Muffler118
  - Precautions for Inspection and Maintenance118
  - Instruments and Warning Lamps120
- Arrangement of Instruments and Warning Lamps121
- Speedometer121
- Tachometer121
- Water Temperature Gauge122
- Fuel Gauge123
- Quantity of Fuel Remaining in Tank123
- DEF Level Indicator124
  - If the Tank Is Short of DEF124
  - Outline of Multi-Information System126
  - Display Mode Selection and Settings127
  - Odometer/Trip Meter127
  - Display Mode128
  - Calendar and Clock129
  - Date and Time Adjustment129
  - Selections and Settings in Outside Air Temperature Mode131
  - DPF Monitor132
  - Adjusting the Correction Coefficient for Fuel Mileage Data133
  - Fuel Mileage Information133
  - How to Reset the Mileage and Speed Data133
  - How to Switch the Display133
  - Maintenance Information135
  - Selection of Maintenance Information Screens135
  - How to Set Replacement Intervals136
  - Maintenance Alarm Indication137
  - Illumination Intensity (Brightness Adjustment)138
  - Resetting of Maintenance Information138
  - Categories of Warnings and Indicators140
  - If There Are Multiple Warnings140
  - Indication Colors140
- Warning/Indicator Telltale140
  - Red and Amber Indications141
  - Black Indications142
  - Engine System Warning143
  - Transmission Control Warning143
  - Transmission Oil Temperature Warning143
  - SAM Warning144
  - Engine Oil Level Warning145
  - Meter Cluster Warning145
- Warning/Indicator Lamps146
  - Vacuum Pressure Warning Lamp150
  - Brake Warning Lamp151
  - Charge Warning Lamp151
  - Engine Control Warning Lamp152
  - Engine Oil Pressure Warning Lamp152
  - ABS Warning Lamp153
  - Engine Overheating Warning Lamp153
  - Engine Immobilizer Warning Lamp154
  - When the Engine Can be Started154
  - When the Engine Cannot be Started154
  - Starting and Driving156
- Precautions When Setting the Vehicle in Motion157
Starting and Driving157
- Precautions for Driving158
- Tips for Improving Fuel Economy162
- Braking163
- Antilock Braking System (ABS)164
- On Uphill and Downhill Roads167
- On Rough Roads and in Bad Weather168
- Parking170
- Standard on FG172
- Vehicles with Limited Slip Differential172
- Loading Cargo174
- Do Not Overloading the Vehicle174
- How to Load Cargo175
8. 4WD Operation <FG Models176
- Control and Indicator Lamps for 4WD Operation177
- Front Drive Switch178
- Location of Control and Indicator Lamps178
- 2WD To/From 4WD179
- Selecting Drive Mode-Transfer Gear Range Combinations179
- Switching the Mode-Range Combination179
- Free-Wheeling Hub180
- Advice on Use of the 4WD Mode181
- Climbing Steep Hills181
- Driving on Sandy or Muddy Ground181
- Driving on Snow-Covered or Frozen Roads181
- Crossing a River182
- Descending Steep Hills182
- After Off-Road Driving, be Sure to Check the Following Points183
- If You Have Driven in Water by Necessity183
- Precautions to be Taken When Selecting the 4WD Mode183
- Heating and Air Conditioning184
- Front Air Outlets185
Adjusting the Airflow Direction185
Heating and Air Conditioning185
- Rear Air Outlets186
- Manual Air Conditioner187
- Fully Automatic Air Conditioner193
- Outside Air Inlets198
- Rear Heater198
- Interior Equipment and Accessories200
- Cigarette Lighter201
Interior Equipment and Accessories201
- Driver’s Door Ashtray and Assistant Drivers Door Ashtray202
- Coat Hooks203
- Rear Ashtray in Crew-Cab Model203
- Sun Visors203
- Vehicles Other than Crew-Cab Models203
- Interior Lamp204
  - Interior Lamp with Built-In Spot Lamps (Option)205
  - Rear Interior Lamp-Crew-Cab Models205
- Step Lamp205
- Small Article Compartments206
- Before Using the AM/FM Radio and CD Player210
- Using the Radio210
- Accessories233
11. in Cold Weather234
- Coolant235
- Engine Oil235
- Fuels235
- Other Recommendations for Cold Weather Operation236
- When Parking the Vehicle after Replenishing the DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)236
- Installing Tire Chains237
  - Vehicles Other than FG Models237
  - Simple Inspection and Service240
- General Precautions for Servicing the Vehicle241
Simple Inspection and Service241
- Engine Access Opening243
- To Reach the Access Opening243
  - Power Steering Fluid and Engine Coolant Level Inspection Opening244
  - Preparation245
- Tilting the Cab245
  - Lowering the Cab247
  - Checking Locking of the Cab249
  - Before Starting the Engine250
- Pre-Operational Checks250
  - In the Driver’s Seat251
  - While Walking Around the Vehicle255
- Lubrication257
- While Driving at Slow Speeds257
- Greasing258
  - Door Hinge261
  - Recommended Lubricant: Chassis Grease261
  - Recommended Lubricant: Wheel Bearing Grease261
  - Anchor Hooks (Two Places)262
  - Engine Oil262
- Oils and Fluids262
  - Adding Oil264
  - Replacement265
  - Resetting the Engine Control Unit266
  - Check, Addition, and Replacement267
  - Clutch Control Fluid267
  - Transmission Gear Oil267
  - Check268
  - Transfer Gear Oil (FG)270
  - Axle Housing Gear Oil272
  - Brake Fluid274
  - Adding Fluid276
  - Power Steering Fluid277
- Filter Elements278
  - Oil Filter Replacement278
  - Fuel Filter Replacement281
  - Air Cleaner Element Cleaning and Replacement284
  - Checking the Air Cleaner Element Condition with Dust Indicator285
  - Resetting the Dust Indicator285
  - Removal286
  - Inspection and Cleaning287
  - Installation287
- Draining Water from Fuel Filter289
- Engine Coolant - Check and Replacement290
  - Recommended Coolant290
  - Using Coolant Additive291
  - Water Used with Coolant291
  - Fuso Diesel Longlife Coolant Concentration (in Volume Percentage)293
  - Adding Coolant During Pre-Operation Checks295
  - Adding Coolant Following an Engine Overheat295
  - Cleaning the Intercooler and Radiator Core299
- V-Belts - Check and Adjustment299
- Steering Wheel - Check301
- Service Brakes - Check302
  - Steering Wheel Looseness302
  - Brake Pedal Play303
  - Brake Pedal Stroke303
  - Braking Performance303
- Parking Brake - Check and Adjustment304
  - Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check304
  - Inflation Pressure Check305
  - Standard Inflation Pressure305
- Tires - Check305
  - Checking for Cracks, Damage, and Objects Embedded in Tread307
  - Checking Tread Depth307
  - Preparation for Tire Replacement308
  - Front Axle Jacking Points309
  - Rear Axle Jacking Point309
  - Removing the Wheel309
  - How to Remove a Wheel310
  - Mounting the Tire311
- Wheel Nuts - Check and Retightening315
  - Dual Wheels316
  - Single Tire316
- Tire Rotation317
- Replacing Blade Rubber Only319
- Wiper Blade - Replacement319
- Windshield Washer - Fluid Level Check and Refilling320
- Battery - Check321
  - Removal and Installation of Battery Cover321
  - Inspecting the Battery322
  - Cleaning the Terminals323
  - Battery Removal and Installation324
- Air Filters - Cleaning325
- Outside Air Filter325
- Cleaning Your Vehicle326
  - Dashboard Air Filter326
  - Cleaning Glass Surfaces327
  - Exterior Cleaning327
  - Washing327
  - Dirt Caked on Paintwork330
  - Rust and Corrosion330
  - Small Chips and Scratches330
  - Waxing330
  - Cleaning Interior Trim331
  - General Dirt331
  - Grease and Oil331
  - Cleaning Seat Belts332
  - Cleaning Vinyl Surfaces332
  - Organic Contaminants332
  - Other Contaminants332
- Intercooler - Cleaning333
- Removing Floor Mat for Cleaning333
13. Useful Advice for Emergencies334
- Possible Failures, Causes and Remedies335
- Marking Your Vehicle340
- Stopping Your Vehicle in an Emergency340
- If the Engine Overheats341
- Repair341
- When a Fuse Has Blown343
- When a Lamp Has Burned out351
- If a Tire Goes Flat While the Vehicle Is in Motion361
- When Braking Is Sluggish361
- When the Battery Has Run down362
  - Connection363
  - Disconnection363
- If Fuel Tank Becomes Empty (Bleeding the Fuel System)364
- If the DEF Tank Becomes Empty364
- Towing365
- When the Vehicle Becomes Stuck in Soft Ground366
14. Service Data370
- Quantities of Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids371
- Recommended Lubricants/Hydraulic Fluids372
- Service Data373
15. Maintenance Schedule374
- Engine375
- Maintenance Schedule375
- Front and Rear Axle377
- Power Train377
- Braking System378
- Steering System378
- Suspension System378
- Cab379
- Electrical System379
- Lubrication Schedule380
16. Alphabetical Index382
17. Maintenance Record386

Brand	Mitsubishi
Model	FUSO FE 2012
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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