SSANGYONG 2005 MUSSO SPORT User manual

This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of
your new MUSSO and to provide important safety information. We urge you to read it
carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure the most enjoyable, safe, and
trouble-free operation of your vehicle.
When it comes to service, remember that your SSANGYONG dealer knows your ve-
hicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for choosing MUSSO and assure
you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction.
This manual should be considered as a permanent part of your vehicle, and must re-
main with the vehicle at the time of resale.
PYUNGTAEK, KOREA
FOREWORD

WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Please read this manual and follow the
instructions carefully. CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injuries, or damage to
your vehicle or other property.
: The asterisk in this manual signifies an
item of equipment that is not included on
all vehicles. Such items include engine
options, model variations specific to one
country, and optional equipment.
NOTE
NOTE indicates information which
will assist you with maintenance or
other instructions concerning your
vehicle.
All information, illustrations, and specifica-
tions in this manual are based on the latest
product information available at the time of
publication.
Ssangyong reserves the right to change
specifications or designs at any time without
notice and without incurring obligation.
This vehicle may not comply with the
standards or regulations of other countries.
Before attempting to register this vehicle in
any other country, check all applicable
regulations and make any necessary
modifications.
This manual describes options and trim
available at the time of publication. Some of
the items covered may not apply to your
vehicle. Contact your Ssangyong dealer for
information on option and trim availability.
Non-Ssangyong Genuine parts and
accessories have not been examined or
approved by Ssangyong. We can not certify
the suitability or safety of non-Ssangyong
Genuine parts and accessories and are not
liable for damage caused by their use.
*
: This is the safety alert symbol used
to alert you to potential hazards
including injuries or damage to your
vehicle or other property. Obey all
safety messages that follow this
symbol.
Throughout this manual, you will find special
notations:
• Warning
• Caution
• Note

1. BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR................................................................................................................ 1-1
2. STARTING AND OPERATING................................................................................................................... 2-1
3. INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................................................................... 3-1
4. VENTILATION, HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING ............................................................................. 4-1
5. TURBO CHARGER SYSTEM ................................................................................................................... 5-1
6. IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ...................................................................................................................... 6-1
7. SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................... 7-1
8. VEHICLE CARE ......................................................................................................................................... 8-1
9. SPECIFICATION AND SERVICE DATA.................................................................................................... 9-1
10. INDEX ........................................................................................................................................................ 10-1
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1
BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR

1–2 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
RUNNING-IN PERIOD
There are no particular brake-in rules for
your new Musso. However, following a few
simple precautions for the first few hundred
kilometers can add to the good future per-
formance, economy and long life of your
Musso.
•Do not race the engine.
•While driving, keep your engine speed
(RPM) below the red zone.
•Avoid full-throttle starts.
•Avoid hard stops, except in emergencies.
This will allow the breaks to bed in prop-
erly.
•Drive at varying speeds, trying not to
“strain”the engine.
•Refrain from towing a trailer or an other
vehicle.
•Avoid harsh operations such as abrupt
start, sudden acceleration and prolonged
high speed driving.
These operations not only have a detri-
mental effect on the engine but also
cause excessive fuel and oil consump-
tion, which could result in the malfunc-
tionof the enginecomponents. Especially,
avoid full-throttle acceleration in low
gear.
BEFORE ENTERING THE CAR
•Ensure that windows, outside rear view
mirrors and lights are clean, undamaged
and unobstructed.
•Visually note inflation condition of tyres.
•Check that all lights, switches and con-
trols work properly.
•Check the area behind the vehicle if you
are about to reverse.
•Check under the vehicle for leaks.
•Check the engine oil level and other fluid/
oil levels in engine compartment.
BEFORE DRIVING OFF
•Be sure you understand your car and
its equipment and how to operate it
safely.
•Adjust your seating position.
•Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
•Ensure that all occupants of the car
have fastened their seat belts.
•Check the operation of the warning
lights when the ignition key is turned to
“ON”position.
•Check all gauges.
•Release the parking brake and ensure
that the brake warning light goes out.
WARNING
Check to ensure that all light, signal-
ing systems and warning indicators
are in working order.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–3
NOTE
In case of loss, replacement keys are
available from Ssangyong Dealers
by quoting the key number.
To protect your car from theft, an
electronic immobilization system has
been installed in your Musso. Only
keys with correct electronic code can
be used to start the car. Even if a key
has the same profile, it will not start
the engine if the electronic code is
incorrect.
Always obtain replacement of addi-
tional keys from your Ssangyong
Dealer.
KEY
Two keys are provided which fit all key cyl-
inders. Keep one of the two keys as a
spare. The key number is stamped on the
key number plate. For vehicle security keep
the key number plate in a safe place, not in
the vehicle. You should also record the key
number in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
This deters unauthorized persons from ob-
taining a duplicate key.
KEY WITH INTEGRATED TRAN-
SPONDER AND ILLUMINATION*
On vehicles equipped with an Immobilizer
System, two keys with illumination and inte-
grated transponder are provided. Keep one
of the two keys as a spare.
The keys with illumination help you insert the
ignition key at night. To use it, press the light
switch of key knob.
The key number is stamped on the key num-
ber plate. For vehicle security, keep the key
number plate in a safe place, not in the ve-
hicle. You should also record the key num-
ber in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
WARNING
Do not leave the key with the vehicle.
• Lock the vehicle.
• Take the key with you.
WARNING
Do not leave the key with the vehicle.
• Lock the vehicle.
• Take the key with you.
If you need additional keys, do contact your
Ssangyong Dealer.
See page 2-5 under Immobilizer System for
further details.

1–4 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM (REKES)
You can lock or unlock all the doors by us-
ingREKES.
To check the operation of REKES, the tell-
tale lamps come on twice for 0.5 second,
when locking, and once for 1 second, when
unlocking.
NOTE
Do not get the transmitter wet.
Avoid shock to the transmitter.
If you lost the transmitter and re-
placed with new, the correct code
must be newly programmed for the
operation.
Battery Replacement
If the LED fails to illuminate, the transmitter
can still be used for a while. However, it is
an indication that a new battery is needed.
Use a CR2032 battery for replacement and
adopt the following replacement procedure
:
1. Unscrew the screw from the rear cover.
2. Remove the battery, taking care to avoid
touching the circuit board or other com-
ponents.
3. Fit the new battery, ensuring that cor-
rect polarity is maintained (positive (+)
side facing down towards the base).
Finger marks will adversely affect bat-
tery life ; if possible, avoid touching the
flat surfaces of the battery and wipe
them clean before fitting.
4. Reassemble the cover of the transmit-
ter.
5. Check the transmitter operation.
CAUTION
Used lithium battery can be a haz-
ard to health and the environment.
• Do not dispose of used battery with
household waste.
• Check with local authority or
Ssangyong Dealer for safe dis-
posal facilities.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–5
CAUTION
Transmitter can be damaged.
• Do not reverse the polarity.
• Avoid dropping.
• Do not place heavy objects on it.
• Keep transmitter away from water
and direct sun light.
NOTE
If transmitter gets wet, wipe it with
soft cloth.
DOOR LOCKS
Front doors can be locked or unlocked
from outside by using the key.
To lock, turn the key towards the front of
the vehicle.
To unlock, turn the key towards the rear of
the vehicle.
CAUTION
Lock all doors and tailgate when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
(Outside)
UNLOCK
LOCK
Each door can be locked or unlocked from
the inside by pushing or pulling the door lock
button.
Each door can be locked from the outside
by pushing the door lock button then clos-
ing the door.
(Inside)

1–6 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
To open the door from the outside, turn the
key and pull the door handle upward.
(Outside) (Inside)
To open the door from the inside, lift the door
lock button and pull the inside door handle. WARNING
Never leave children or animals un-
attended in the vehicle.
• They can move the vehicle unex-
pectedly.
• They can be suffocated in espe-
cially hot weather.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–7
KEY HOLE ILLUMINATION*
The key hole illumination lamp is fitted around
the ignition key hole. If either front door is
opened, the lamp turns on to help driver in-
sert ignition key and goes out or ignition key
is turned to “ON”position.
CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING
SYSTEM
You can activate the central door locking
system from driver’s or passenger’s door.
This system allows you to lock and unlock
all the doors from the driver’s or passenger’s
door, using either the key or keyless remote
(from outside) or the door lock button (from
inside).
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING
SYSTEM
Automatic door locking
All the doors will be automatically locked
when you drive over 50km/h.
Automatic door unlocking
If you turn the ignition switch to ‘OFF’all the
doors will be unlocked automatically.
CAUTION
Automatic door locking system may
not function when the door or/and
body is deformed by collision.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING
RELEASE
If the vehicle speed is above 15km/h at the
event of collision, all doors and tailgate are
unlocked automatically.

1–8 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
TAILGATE LOCKS
Tailgate can be locked or unlocked from
outside by using the key.
To lock, insert the key into the key slot and
turn it counter-clockwise.
To unlock, turn it clockwise.
To open the tailgate from outside, lift it up
with tailgate handle pressed when it is un-
locked. Two air-pressurized support rods
will hold tailgate open. If the tailgate is locked,
the tailgate handle can not be pressed.
To close the tailgate from outside, lower
and press down on it.
Make sure it is securely closed and latched.
To open the tailgate from inside, lift the lock
button and pull the door lever upward.
CHILD SECURITY DOOR LOCKS
Child security locking helps prevent rear
doors from being accidentally opened by
children in the car.
Child security door locks are provided with
both rear doors.
When the child-safe lever is in “LOCK”po-
sition, the door can not be opened from the
inside.
Moreover, the inside door catch will be
fixed at the locking position and can not be
pulled.
Rear doors locked with the child safe
mechanism can still be opened from the
outside if the door button is in the unlock
position.
WARNING
Children in rear seats can open rear
doors.
• Move child security door lock
latch to lock position.
CAUTION
Inside door handle could be dam-
aged.
• Do not pull inside door handle
when using child security door
locks.
(Outside)
LOCK UNLOCK

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–9
WARNING
An open tailgate while vehicle is in
motion could obscure rearward vi-
sion, resulting in an accident.
Do not travel with the tailgate open.
WARNING
Exhaust gases are poisonous.
Do not drive with the tailgate open
to avoid exhaust gas in passenger
compartment.
(Inside) UNLOCK
LOCK
POWER WINDOWS
You may operate the power windows when
the ignition switch is ON by using the power
window switches on each door panel. Driver’s window
The driver’s window has AUTO down.
•To lower the window, press down firmly,
then release the switch.
The window will open automatically un-
til it is fully open. To stop the window
while it is opening, press the switch
again.
•To raise the window, pull up and hold
the switch. To stop the window release
the switch.
Operation Of Windows From The
Driver’s Seat

1–10 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
POWER WINDOW LOCK SWITCH
If this switch is pressed, all door windows
are operated only by driver’s door window
switches. To deactivate, press the switch
again.
WARNING
Accidental closing of the power win-
dow can result in serious injury.
• When carrying children on the
rear seat, press the rear door win-
dow lock switch to make the rear
door switches inoperative.
• Do not allow children to play with
the power window switch and rear
door window switches.
WARNING
Parts of the body can be trapped in
power window and struck by passing
objects.
• Keep a close watch on the windows
when closing them.
• Do not stick hands, head or any-
thing else out of the opening.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car to avert the risk of
injury arising from unattended chil-
dren operating the windows.
NOTE
The operation of power window can
be continued for 30 seconds even
after turning the ignition switch off.
Passenger’s and rear door window
To lower the window press down on the
switch.
To raise the window lift up the switch.
Release the switch when the window
reaches the desired position.
Passenger’s and rear door window
switches are located on each door to op-
erate the corresponding door window.
To lower the window press down on the
switch.
To raise the window lift up on the switch.
Release the switch when the window
reaches the desired position.
Passenger’s
window switch
Operation Of Windows From The
Passenger’s And Rear Seat
NOTE
The rear door window does not open
fully.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–11
POWER SUN ROOF*
Before operating the sun roof you first have
to open the roll blind by pressing the grip up.
You can use the sun roof in two ways with
the ignition “ON”.
Sliding the Sun Roof
To open or close, press and hold the switch
located in the front of the roof panel. Re-
lease the switch when sun roof reaches the
desired position.
Tilting Up the Sun Roof
To tilt up (vent position) or close the sun
roof, press and hold the switch until the
desired position is reached.
TILTABLE STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel can be adjusted up or
down to the desired position. To adjust the
steering wheel, pull up the control lever,
adjust the wheel up or down to the proper
position, release the control lever to lock the
wheel in place.
WARNING
Control of vehicle can be lost.
Do not adjust steering wheel position
wheel vehicle is moving.
• Open • Stop • Close
Open Open Open
Close Close Close
• Vent • Stop • Close
Open Open Open
Vent Vent Vent

1–12 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle unattended,
close the sun roof fully.
WARNING
Care must be taken when operating
the power sun roof. There is a risk of
injury, particularly for children, and
a danger that limbs or articles could
become trapped in sun roof.
Ensure the sun roof opening is clear
before closing it.
WARNING
Debris on the sun roof can damage
operation.
• Clean the sun roof before opening.
• Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from on top of the sun roof
before opening.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
sun roof or surrounding area.
POWER OUTSIDE REARVIEW
MIRRORS
Adjust the outside rear view mirrors with the
adjusting switches so that you can see not
only each side of the road behind you but
also each side of your vehicle. This helps
you determine the location of objects seen
in the mirror.
You may adjust the outside rearview mirrors
up or down and left or right using the mirror
switch located on the driver's door panel.
The ignition switch must be ON to adjust the
mirrors.
1. Select the mirror as you want to adjust
by using the left/right switch located in-
side the mirror adjustment pad, to the left
for left mirror or to the right for right
mirror.
2. Adjust the selected mirror up, down, left,
or right using the corresponding edges
of the mirror adjustment pad.
WARNING
Parts of the body protruding from
the vehicle can be struck by passing
objects.
Do not stick hands, head, or anything
else out of the sun roof opening.

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–13
WARNING
Side convex mirrors make objects ap-
pear smaller and farther away than
when viewed in a flat mirror.
• Use the inside mirror to determine
the size and distance of objects
seen in the side mirror.
• Maintain rearward vision from
driver’s seating position.
CAUTION
Glass surface may be damaged.
Do not scrape ice from mirror face.
CAUTION
Do not force mirror to adjust if ice
should restrict movement of mirror.
Use deicer, spray, or blower to re-
move ice.
CAUTION
Adjust mirror angles before driving.
OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS
The outside rearview mirror on the
passenger’s side is convex if it says “OB-
JECTS IN MIRROR ARE CLOSER THAN
THEY APPEAR”. Use this mirror to get a
wider view of the road behind.
Foldable Outside Rearview Mirror
If necessary, the outside rearview mirror can
be folded flat to the rear by pushing them
rearward when driving on narrow roads or
washing the vehicle, etc..
CAUTION
All round vision can be impaired,
increasing potential for accidents.
• Adjust mirror angles before driv-
ing.
• Check glass surface for damage.
• Use deicer, spray or blower to re-
move ice.

1–14 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
NOTE
Automatic dimming function will be
operated when the ignition switch is
turned “ON” or the engine is run-
ning.
AUTOMATIC DIMMIING INSIDE
REARVIEW MIRROR*
At night, when the glare is too high, the mir-
ror automatically responds to variations in
light, changing from no antiglare to antiglare
as required. The sensor under the mirror
automatically detect the glare from head-
lights behind you and reduce the glare.
1. OFF : OFF (Ordinary usage)
2. AUTO : Automatic dimming operation at
night
INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR
The inside rearview mirror can be adjusted
up, down or side ways to obtain the best
view. The inside mirror has day and night
positions.
Make adjustment while the adjusting lever
is in the daytime position.
Move the adjusting lever to the night posi-
tion to reduce glare from the headlights of
vehicles behind you.
CAUTION
Maintain rearward vision from
driver’s seating position.
• Select day position and adjust to
obtain best view.
• Select night position to reduce
night glare.
• Selecting night position may re-
duce rearward clarity.
NOTE
Remember that you lose some rear-
view clarity in the night position.
Night Day
Adjusting
lever

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–15
FRONT SEAT SLIDE ADJUSTMENT
To move the seat forward or backward, pull
and hold the seat slide lever up and move
the seat as required. Then, release the le-
ver in desired position.
WARNING
Control of vehicle can be lost.
Do not adjust driver’s seat while ve-
hicle is moving.
WARNING
Excessive seat belt slack could re-
duce effectiveness of seat belts.
Adjust front seat before fastening
seat belt.
WARNING
Lose objects can interfere with seat-
slide mechanism.
Do not place objects under seat.
FRONT SEAT RECLINING
ADJUSTMENT
To change the seat back angle, lean for-
ward slightly and raise the lever. Then lean
back to the desired angle and release the
lever. After adjusting, make sure the lever
is returned to its original position; otherwise,
the seat back could unlatch while the ve-
hicle is in motion, causing the drive to lose
control of the vehicle.

1–16 BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR
DRIVER’S SEAT WARMER*
Warm the driver’s seat in the cold weather
for your comfortable driving.
Press the ‘HI’or ‘LO’portion of the switch
to warm the backrest and cushion.
To turn the switch OFF, press the selected
portion, ‘HI’or ‘LO’again.
WARNING
Control of vehicle can be lost.
Do not adjust seat back when vehicle
is moving.
WARNING
Occupants can slide under seat belts.
• Do not recline seat back too much.
• To get maximum protection, adjust
seat back as upright as you can.
DRIVER’S SEAT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the height of front seat, push the
lock knob and pull up the control lever. Then,
raise or lower the seat as required by seat-
ing on driver’s seat (applying load).

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR CAR 1–17
FRONT SEAT BACK STORAGE
POCKET
The front seat back storage pocket is pro-
vided to store small items.
SEAT LUMBAR SUPPORT
To adjust driver’s lumber support, move the
lever until the desired angle is achieved.
Move the lever downward to increase the
amount of lumber support.
To decrease it, raise the lever progressively
through the other position.
8-WAY POWER SEAT (DRIVER’S)*
If your Musso is fitted with a power seat it
can be controlled by the power seat control
lever which is located on the left side of
driver’s seat.