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Elements of the body and interior of the car Mitsubishi Colt 2 and 3
The vehicles covered in this manual use an all-metal body. Some body parts that are particularly susceptible to damage can be removed and repaired or replaced, including body trim, bumpers, hood, trunk lid and windows.
Body — maintenance and repair
1. The condition of your car's body is very important because it largely determines its resale value. It is much more difficult to repair a neglected or damaged body...
1. The condition of your car's body is very important because it largely determines its resale value. It is much more difficult to repair a neglected or damaged body...
Vinyl Trim — Maintenance and Repair
Never clean vinyl trim with detergents, caustic soaps, or kerosene-based cleaners. Plain soap and water work just fine, and a soft brush can easily remove stubborn dirt....
Never clean vinyl trim with detergents, caustic soaps, or kerosene-based cleaners. Plain soap and water work just fine, and a soft brush can easily remove stubborn dirt....
Upholstery and carpets — care
1. Remove the floor mats and clean the inside of the car every three months (more often if necessary). Vacuum the upholstery and floor mats to remove any remaining dirt...
1. Remove the floor mats and clean the inside of the car every three months (more often if necessary). Vacuum the upholstery and floor mats to remove any remaining dirt...
Body repair — minor damage
Repair of small scratches 1. If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the body metal, the repair is very simple. Lightly rub the scratched surface with a fine...
Repair of small scratches 1. If the scratch is superficial and does not affect the body metal, the repair is very simple. Lightly rub the scratched surface with a fine...
Body repair — significant damage
1. Significant damage to the body must be repaired at service stations that have equipment for body repair. 2. If there is extensive damage, the geometry of the body...
1. Significant damage to the body must be repaired at service stations that have equipment for body repair. 2. If there is extensive damage, the geometry of the body...
Hinges and Locks — Maintenance and Repair
Every 5,000 km or every three months, apply a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to the hinges and latches on the doors, bonnet and trunk. The door lock latches...
Every 5,000 km or every three months, apply a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to the hinges and latches on the doors, bonnet and trunk. The door lock latches...
Windshield and fixed glass — replacement
Replacing the windshield and fixed glass requires the use of a special fast-curing adhesive or sealant and some specialized equipment. It is recommended that these...
Replacing the windshield and fixed glass requires the use of a special fast-curing adhesive or sealant and some specialized equipment. It is recommended that these...
Hood — removal, installation and adjustment
Removal and installation 1. Cover the body panels with old blankets. 9.2 Make marks on the hinges around the bolts and also draw the position of the hinge on the hood 2....
Removal and installation 1. Cover the body panels with old blankets. 9.2 Make marks on the hinges around the bolts and also draw the position of the hinge on the hood 2....
Bumpers — removal and installation
10.1a Front bumper elements 1. Unscrew the bolts securing the casing to the body (10.1a and 10.1b). 10.1b Rear bumper elements 2. Remove wires and other elements that...
10.1a Front bumper elements 1. Unscrew the bolts securing the casing to the body (10.1a and 10.1b). 10.1b Rear bumper elements 2. Remove wires and other elements that...
Door trim panel — removal and installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 11.2a On some models, the screw that secures the door handle can be loosened by pulling the handle towards you 2. Loosen the...
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 11.2a On some models, the screw that secures the door handle can be loosened by pulling the handle towards you 2. Loosen the...
Door — removal, installation and adjustment
1. Remove the door trim panel. Disconnect the wires and put them away. 2. Place a jack or support under the door. 3. Make marks around the hinge mounting bolts. 4....
1. Remove the door trim panel. Disconnect the wires and put them away. 2. Place a jack or support under the door. 3. Make marks around the hinge mounting bolts. 4....
Trunk lid — removal, installation and adjustment
1. Open the trunk lid and cover the body panels with old blankets or rags. 2. Disconnect any wires that may interfere with removing the cover. 13.3 Make marks around the...
1. Open the trunk lid and cover the body panels with old blankets or rags. 2. Disconnect any wires that may interfere with removing the cover. 13.3 Make marks around the...
Trunk lid for hatchback models — removal, installation and adjustment
1. Open the trunk lid and cover the surrounding panels with old blankets. 2. Disconnect cables, hoses and wires that interfere with removal. 14.3 Elements of the trunk...
1. Open the trunk lid and cover the surrounding panels with old blankets. 2. Disconnect cables, hoses and wires that interfere with removal. 14.3 Elements of the trunk...
Latch, lock drum and handle — removal and installation
1. Remove the door trim panel and protective film. 2. Remove the glass. Latch 15.3a Door lock elements for models with lifting external handle 1. Trim panel; 3. Plastic...
1. Remove the door trim panel and protective film. 2. Remove the glass. Latch 15.3a Door lock elements for models with lifting external handle 1. Trim panel; 3. Plastic...
Door glass — removal and installation
16.1a Fastening elements of the front door glass on early models 1. Trim panel; 2. Protective film; 3. Glass; 4. Gasket; 5. Guide; 6. Regulator 16.1b Fastening elements...
16.1a Fastening elements of the front door glass on early models 1. Trim panel; 2. Protective film; 3. Glass; 4. Gasket; 5. Guide; 6. Regulator 16.1b Fastening elements...
External rear view mirrors — removal and installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (on models with power rearview mirrors). 17.2a On Precis models 1989 and earlier, remove the shroud... 17.2b...unscrew the screw...
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (on models with power rearview mirrors). 17.2a On Precis models 1989 and earlier, remove the shroud... 17.2b...unscrew the screw...
Front Fender Inner Panels — Removal and Installation
1. Raise the vehicle and remove the front wheels. 18.2 Inner elements of the front wing 1. Upper casing; 2. Mudguard; 3. Front casing 2. Unscrew the mounting bolts and...
1. Raise the vehicle and remove the front wheels. 18.2 Inner elements of the front wing 1. Upper casing; 2. Mudguard; 3. Front casing 2. Unscrew the mounting bolts and...
Automatic seat belts — general description
1. These belts are called automatic because you do not need to fasten them. The seat belt is tensioned automatically when the door is closed and the ignition is turned...
1. These belts are called automatic because you do not need to fasten them. The seat belt is tensioned automatically when the door is closed and the ignition is turned...
Checking seat belts
1. Check the seat belts, buckles and latches for damage or wear. 2. Check that the seat belt warning light and buzzer come on when you turn the key in the ignition. 3....
1. Check the seat belts, buckles and latches for damage or wear. 2. Check that the seat belt warning light and buzzer come on when you turn the key in the ignition. 3....
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