Mitsubishi Outlander (2022 year). Manual in english — page 20
ACTIVE STABILITY CONTROL (ASC)
The Active stability control (ASC) uses various
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
normal and is not an indication of a malfunc-
sensors to monitor driver inputs and vehicle
and hear a noise or vibration from under the
tion.
motion. Under certain driving conditions, the
hood. This is normal and indicates that the
ASC helps to perform the following functions.
ASC is working properly.
WARNING
Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip
. Adjust your speed and driving to the road
on one slipping drive wheel so power is
conditions.
The ASC is designed to help improve
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the ASC
driving stability but does not prevent
the same axle.
warning light
illuminates in the instrument
accidents due to abrupt steering operation
Controls brake pressure and engine output
panel. The ASC automatically turns off.
at high speeds or by careless or dangerous
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
driving techniques. Reduce vehicle speed
The multi-information display is used to turn
speed (traction control function).
and be especially careful when driving and
off the ASC. The ASC off indicator
cornering on slippery surfaces and always
Controls brake pressure at individual
illuminates to indicate the ASC is off. When
drive carefully.
wheels and engine output to help the driver
the ASC is turned off, the ASC still operates to
maintain control of the vehicle in the
prevent one drive wheel from slipping by
Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension. If
suspension parts such as shock absorbers,
following conditions:
transferring power to a non slipping drive
struts, springs, stabilizer bars, bushings
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
wheel. The ASC warning light
flashes if
and wheels are not Mitsubishi Motors
the steered path despite increased steer-
this occurs. All other ASC functions are off, and
recommended for your vehicle or are
ing input)
the ASC warning light
will not flash. The
extremely deteriorated, the ASC may not
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to
ASC is automatically reset to on when the
operate properly. This could adversely
certain road or driving conditions).
ignition switch is placed in the off position then
affect vehicle handling performance, and
back to the on position.
the ASC warning light
may illumi-
The ASC can help the driver to maintain control
nate.
of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss of
See “Active stability control
(ASC) warning
If brake related parts such as brake pads,
vehicle control in all driving situations.
light”
(P.2-16) and
“Active stability control
rotors and calipers are not Mitsubishi
(ASC) off indicator light” (P.2-16).
When the ASC operates, the ASC warning light
Motors recommended or are extremely
in the instrument panel flashes so note the
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
deteriorated, the ASC may not operate
following:
that tests the system each time you start the
properly and the ASC warning light
engine and move the vehicle forward or in
may illuminate.
. The road may be slippery or the system may
reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test
If engine control related parts are not
determine some action is required to help
occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or
Mitsubishi Motors recommended or are
keep the vehicle on the steered path.
feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is
extremely deteriorated, the ASC warning
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CHASSIS CONTROL
The chassis control is an electric control module
light
may illuminate.
that includes the following functions:
When driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners, the
. Active Yaw Control (AYC)
ASC may not operate properly and the
. Active Ride Control
ASC warning light
may illuminate.
ACTIVE YAW CONTROL
Do not drive on these types of roads.
(AYC)
When driving on an unstable surface such
as a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the
This system enhances vehicle cornering perfor-
ASC warning light
may illuminate.
mance and vehicle stability with management of
This is not a malfunction. Restart the
vehicle turning power (yaw moment) by con-
engine after driving onto a stable surface.
trolling the drive power difference of the left
If wheels or tires other than the Mitsubishi
and right wheels and the braking force when the
Motors recommended ones are used, the
vehicle does not turn in response to steering
ASC may not operate properly and the
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input, such as when the steering wheel is turned
ASC warning light
may illuminate.
Example
quickly or when driving on slippery road.
The ASC is not a substitute for winter tires
To turn
off
the
ASC, perform
the
following
When the ASC system is turned off, AYC is
or tire chains on a snow covered road.
steps in the multi-information display.
also turned off.
1. Push the
button on the left-side of
Amount of brake control is changed based on
HOW TO TURN OFF THE ASC
the steering wheel until
“Settings” is
Drive Mode selector switch.
The vehicle should be driven with the Active
displayed.
When AYC is not functioning properly, the
stability control
(ASC) ON for most driving
2. Use the scroll dial to select “ASC Setting”
master warning light illuminates, and warning
conditions.
and then push it.
message “Chassis control” will also appear in
When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
the multi-information display.
3. Select “System” and push the scroll dial.
ASC reduces the engine output to reduce wheel
The
indicator light will illuminate.
If the chassis control warning message appears
spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if
in the multi-information display, it may indicate
the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
Turn
“ASC Setting” back on in the multi-
that AYC is not functioning properly. Have the
maximum engine power is needed to free a
information display or restart the engine to turn
system checked as soon as possible. It is
stuck vehicle, turn the ASC off.
on the ASC.
recommended that you visit an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service. (See
“Multi-information display warnings and indi-
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HILL START ASSIST (HSA)
cators” (P.2-33).)
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
The Active Ride Control may not be effective
Never rely solely on the Hill Start Assist
depending on the driving condition. Always
(HSA) to prevent the vehicle from moving
AYC does not enhance the stopping perfor-
drive carefully and attentively.
backward on a hill. Always drive carefully
mance of the vehicle, therefore, pay careful
and attentively. Depress the brake pedal
attention to the safety of your surroundings
When the Active Ride Control is operating, you
when the vehicle is stopped on a steep hill.
when driving.
Be especially careful when stopped on a
may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal, sense
hill on frozen or muddy roads. Failure to
slight deceleration,
or hear a noise. This is
When AYC is operating, you may feel a
prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards
normal and indicates that Active Ride Control is
pulsation in the brake pedal, sense slight
may result in a loss of control of the vehicle
operating properly.
and possible serious injury or death.
deceleration, or hear a noise. This is normal
and indicates that AYC is operating properly.
The Hill Start Assist (HSA) is not designed
to hold the vehicle at a standstill on a hill.
ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL
Depress the brake pedal when the vehicle
This system senses upper body motion and
is stopped on a steep hill. Failure to do so
controls four wheel brake pressure. This will
may cause the vehicle to roll backwards
and may result in a collision or serious
enhance ride comfort in effort to restrain
personal injury.
uncomfortable upper body movement when
passing over undulated road surfaces. When
The Hill Start Assist
(HSA) may not
the ASC system is turned off, the Active Ride
prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards
on a hill under all load or road conditions.
Control is also turned off.
Always be prepared to depress the brake
If the chassis control warning message appears
pedal to prevent the vehicle from rolling
in the multi-information display, it may indicate
backwards. Failure to do so may result in a
that the Active Ride Control is not functioning
collision or serious personal injury.
properly. Have the system checked as soon as
possible. It is recommended that you visit an
The Hill Start Assist (HSA) automatically keeps
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this
the brakes applied to help prevent the vehicle
service.
from rolling backwards in the time it takes the
driver to release the brake pedal and apply the
accelerator when the vehicle is stopped on a
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HILL DESCENT CONTROL (HDC)
hill.
The Hill Descent Control (HDC) is the system
that assists the steady driving with the constant
The Hill Start Assist
(HSA) will operate
CAUTION
speed when descending steep grades where it is
automatically under the following conditions:
impossible to decelerate the vehicle sufficiently
When there is a malfunction in the Hill Descent
. The transmission is shifted to a forward or
by the engine brake only or rought roads.
Control
(HDC) system, ASC warning light
reverse gear.
comes on. When ASC warning light comes on,
. The vehicle is stopped completely on a hill
have the vehicle inspected at an authorised
by applying the brake.
WARNING
MITSUBISHI MOTORS dealer. (See “Active
The maximum holding time is 2 seconds. After
stability control
(ASC) warning light” (P.2-
Never rely solely on the Hill Descent
16).)
2 seconds the vehicle will begin to roll back and
Control (HDC) to control vehicle speed
the Hill Start Assist (HSA) will stop operating
When the warning light comes on, the warning
when driving on steep downhill grades.
completely.
display may also appear.
Always drive carefully when using the Hill
The Hill Start Assist (HSA) will not operate
Descent Control (HDC) and decelerate the
when the transmission is shifted to the N
vehicle speed by depressing the brake
(Neutral) or P (Park) position or on a flat and
pedal if necessary. Be especially careful
when driving on frozen, muddy or extre-
level road.
mely steep downhill roads. Failure to
When the Active stability control (ASC) warn-
control vehicle speed may result in a loss
ing light illuminates in the meter, the Hill Start
of control of the vehicle and possible
Assist
(HSA) will not operate. (See “Active
serious injury or death.
stability control (ASC) warning light” (P.2-16).)
The Hill Descent Control (HDC) may not
control the vehicle speed on a hill under all
load or road conditions. For example,
when driving slippery roads such as
muddy, icy or unpaved roads, the vehicle
will not allow you to stay at a certain low
speed, which may lead to a serious
accident. Always be prepared to depress
the brake pedal to control vehicle speed.
Failure to do so may result in a collision or
serious personal injury.
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conditions:
— Vehicle speed exceeds 15 MPH (25
— Brake system: brake temperature
km/h)
high
. When the Hill Descent Control is acti-
— ASC warning light illuminating or
vated, you may feel the vehicle body, the
blinking (See “Active stability control
steering wheel and the brake pedal
(ASC) warning light” (P.2-16).)
vibrate and hear the operation noise.
You may also feel the depressed brake
In the following cases, the Hill Descent Control
pedal is solid or loose. This does not
brake control operates:
indicate a malfunction and the Hill
. The vehicle shift is in the D (Drive) or R
Descent Control is operating normally.
(Reverse) position.
. The Hill Descent Control indicator illu-
. Vehicle speed: 15 MPH (25 km/h) or less
minates on a flat road, but this does not
. The accelerator pedal or the brake pedal is
indicate a malfunction.
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not operated.
TO DEACTIVATE
When the control operates, the Hill Descent
TO OPERATE
1. Press the Hill Descent Control switch. The
Control indicator illuminates and the brake light
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
and the high-mounted stop light are illuminated.
Hill Descent Control will be gradually
It is possible to change the controlled vehicle
released.
2. Press the Hill Descent Control switch
speed by operating the accelerator pedal or
2. Make sure that the Hill Descent Control
3. Make sure that the Hill Descent Control
brake pedal.
indicator
is OFF.
indicator
blinks or illuminates.
When you lift your foot off the pedal, the Hill
NOTE:
When the Hill Descent Control indicator
Descent Control performs brake control so as to
blinks or illuminates, the Hill Descent
The Hill Descent Control turns off automa-
keep the vehicle speed at that time.
Control set to ON (Stand by).
tically and the Hill Descent Control indicator
NOTE:
goes off without pressing the Hill Descent
NOTE:
. The Hill Descent Control will not operate
Control switch in the following conditions:
. The indicator should illuminate when the
even if the Hill Descent Control is in ON
. ASC warning light: ON
operation mode is put in ON and should
(Stand by), and the control will tempora-
. Brake system: brake temperature high
go off after a few seconds.
rily stop during the activation of it in the
. It is impossible to set the Hill Descent
following condition:
Control to ON (Stand by) in the following
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PARKINGSENSORSYSTEM(if so equipped)
. The parking sensor system is designed as
an aid to the driver in detecting large
stationary objects to help avoid damaging
the vehicle.
. The parking sensor system is not designed
to prevent contact with small or moving
objects. Always move slowly. The system
will not detect small objects below the
bumper/vehicle side, and may not detect
objects close to the bumper/vehicle side or
on the ground.
. The parking sensor system may not detect
the following objects: fluffy objects such as
snow, cloth, cotton, glass, wool, etc.; thin
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objects such as rope, wire and chain, etc.;
or wedge-shaped objects.
Example
The parking
sensor
system sounds a tone to
The driver is always responsible for safety
If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper
inform the
driver
of obstacles around the
during parking and other maneuvers. Al-
fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing
vehicle using the parking sensors located in
ways look around and check that it is safe
zone may be altered causing inaccurate mea-
the front and rear bumpers.
to do so before parking.
surement of obstacles or false alarms.
When the “Auto Show Sonar” key is on, the
Read and understand the limitations of the
parking sensor view will automatically appear
parking sensor system as contained in this
in the multi-information display.
section. The colors of the parking sensor
CAUTION
indicator indicates different distances to
the object.
. Excessive noise
(such as audio system
WARNING
Inclement weather or ultrasonic sources
volume or an open vehicle window) will
such as an automatic car wash, a truck’s
interfere with the tone and it may not be
. The parking sensor system is a conveni-
compressed-air brakes or a pneumatic
heard.
ence but it is not a substitute for proper
drill may affect the function of the system;
. Keep the parking sensors (located on the
parking.
this may include reduced performance or a
bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and
false activation.
large accumulations of dirt. Do not clean
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the sensors with sharp objects. If the
sensors are covered, the accuracy of the
parking sensor function will be dimin-
ished.
SYSTEM OPERATION
The system informs with a visual and audible
alert of:
. front obstacles when the shift lever is in the
D (Drive) position
. front and rear obstacles when the shift lever
is in the R (Reverse) position
The system is deactivated at speeds above 6
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MPH (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lower
Example
Example
speeds.
When the vehicle moves closer to an obstacle,
The parking sensor indicator also appears on the
When the object is detected, the indicator
the parking sensor indicator
(detected area)
Multi Around Monitor view of Smartphone-link
(green) appears and blinks and the tone sounds
appears on the multi-information display.
Display Audio (SDA) screen.
intermittently. When the vehicle moves closer
to the object, the color of the indicator turns
yellow and the rate of the blinking increases.
When the vehicle is very close to the object, the
indicator stops blinking and turns red, and the
tone sounds continuously.
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position.
Perform the following steps to set up the
parking sensor function.
1.
Press the
button until “Settings”
appears in the multi-information display
and then push the scroll dial. Use the scroll
dial to select
“Driver Assistance.” Then
push the scroll dial.
2.
Select “Parking sensors” and push the scroll
dial.
3.
Use the scroll dial to navigate in the menu
and select or change an item:
Moving Object
— Turns ON/OFF the Moving Object
Detection (MOD) (See “Moving Object
Detection (MOD)” (P.4-23).)
Auto Show Sonar
— Shows the parking sensor display in
the multi-information display when the
parking sensor activates
Front
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— Turns ON/OFF the front parking
Steering
wheel
remote
control
switches
(left
sensor
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE
side)
Rear
Multi-information display
THE PARKING SENSOR SYS-
— Turns ON/OFF the rear parking
TEM
sensor
The system is automatically activated when the
Distance
ignition switch is in the ON position and the
— Changes the parking sensor distance
shift lever is in the D (Drive) or R (Reverse)
to “Long,” “Medium” or “Short”
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. Volume
bumper or on the ground.
The parking sensor system may uninten-
— Changes the volume of the tone
The parking sensor system may not detect
tionally operate in the following condi-
sound to “High,” “Medium” or “Low”
tions:
the following objects: fluffy objects such as
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
snow, cloth, cotton, glass-wool, etc.; thin
— When there is overgrown grass in
objects such as rope, wire and chain, etc.;
the area around the vehicle.
LIMITATIONS
or wedge-shaped objects; complex-shaped
objects or multiple objects in close.
— When there is a structure (for
example, a wall, a toll gate equip-
WARNING
The parking sensor system may not detect
objects at speed above 3 MPH (5 km/h)
ment, a narrow tunnel or a park-
and may not detect certain angular or
ing lot gate) near the side of the
Listed below are the system limitations for the
moving objects.
vehicle.
parking sensor system. Failure to operate the
vehicle in accordance with these system limita-
The parking sensor system may not detect
— When there are bumps, protru-
tions could result in serious injury or death.
the following objects:
sions or manhole covers on the
— Pedestrians who approach the
road surface.
Read and understand the limitations of the
parking sensor system as contained in this
vehicle from the side
— When the vehicle drives through
section. Inclement weather may affect the
— Objects placed next to the vehicle
a draped flag or a curtain.
function of the parking sensor system; this
may include reduced performance or a
The parking sensor system may not
— When there is an accumulation of
false activation.
operate in the following conditions:
snow or ice behind the vehicle.
The parking sensor system is deactivated
— When rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.
— When driving on a steep hill.
at speeds above 6 MPH (10 km/h). It is
adheres to the parking sensor.
reactivated at lower speeds.
— When a loud sound is heard in the
Inclement weather or ultrasonic sources
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UN-
area around the vehicle.
such as an automatic car wash, a truck’s
AVAILABLE
compressed-air brakes or a pneumatic
— When the surface of the obstacle
drill may affect the function of the parking
When parking sensor blockage is detected, the
is diagonal to the front or rear of
sensor system; this may include reduced
system will be deactivated automatically.
the vehicle.
performance or a false activation.
The system is not available until the conditions
— When a parking sensor or the
The parking sensor system is not designed
no longer exist.
area around the sensor is extre-
to prevent contact with small or moving
The parking sensors may be blocked by
objects. Always move slowly. The system
mely hot or cold.
temporary ambient conditions such as splashing
will not detect small objects below the
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water, mist or fog. The blocked condition may
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
also be caused by objects such as ice, frost or
The parking sensors are located on the front
dirt obstructing the parking sensors.
and rear bumpers. Always keep the area near
Action to take:
the parking sensors clean.
When the above conditions no longer exist, the
If the parking sensors are dirty, wipe them off
system will resume automatically.
with a soft cloth while being careful to not
damage them.
The parking sensors may be blocked by
temporary ambient conditions such as splashing
water, mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused by
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the
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parking sensors.
Check for and remove objects obstructing the
area around the parking sensors.
Do not attach stickers
(including transparent
material), install accessories or apply additional
paint on the parking sensors and their surround-
ing areas. This may cause a malfunction or
improper operation.
Do not subject the area around the parking
sensors to strong impact. Also, do not remove
or disassemble the parking sensors. If the
parking sensors and peripheral areas are de-
formed in an accident, etc., have the parking
sensors checked. It is recommended that you
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visit an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for
this service.
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REAR PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
When washing the vehicle using a high-pressure
Read and understand the limitations of the
washer, do not apply direct washer pressure on
rear parking sensor as contained in this
the parking sensors. This may cause a malfunc-
section. The colors of the parking sensor
tion of the parking sensors.
indicator indicates different distances to
the object.
Inclement weather or ultrasonic sources
such as an automatic car wash, a truck’s
compressed-air brakes or a pneumatic
drill may affect the function of the system;
this may include reduced performance or a
false activation.
The rear parking sensor is designed as an
aid to the driver in detecting large
stationary objects to help avoid damaging
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the vehicle.
The rear parking sensor is not designed to
The rear parking sensor sounds a tone to inform
prevent contact with small or moving
the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper.
objects. Always move slowly. The system
When the “Auto Show Sonar” key is on, the
will not detect small objects below the
parking sensor view will automatically appear
bumper, and may not detect objects close
in the multi-information display.
to the bumper or on the ground.
The rear parking sensor may not detect the
following objects: fluffy objects such as
WARNING
snow, cloth, cotton, glass, wool, etc.; thin
objects such as rope, wire and chain, etc.;
. The rear parking sensor is a convenience
or wedge-shaped objects.
but it is not a substitute for proper
parking.
If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper
. The driver is always responsible for safety
fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing
during parking and other maneuvers. Al-
zone may be altered causing inaccurate mea-
ways look around and check that it is safe
surement of obstacles or false alarms.
to do so before parking.
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CAUTION
. Excessive noise
(such as audio system
volume or an open vehicle window) will
interfere with the tone and it may not be
heard.
. Keep the parking sensors (located on the
rear bumper fascia) free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt. Do not
clean the sensors with sharp objects. If the
sensors are covered, the accuracy of the
parking sensor function will be dimin-
ished.
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Example
Example
SYSTEM OPERATION
When the rear of the vehicle moves closer to an
The parking sensor indicator also appears on the
The system informs with a visual and audible
obstacle, the parking sensor indicator appears in
Multi Around Monitor view of Smartphone-link
alert of rear obstacles when the shift lever is in
the multi-information display.
Display Audio (SDA) screen.
the R (Reverse) position.
The system is deactivated at speeds above 6
MPH (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lower
speeds.
When the object is detected, the indicator
(green) appears and blinks and the tone sounds
intermittently. When the vehicle moves closer
to the object, the color of the indicator turns
yellow and the rate of the blinking increases.
When the vehicle is very close to the object, the
indicator stops blinking and turns red, and the
tone sounds continuously.
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the rear parking sensor:
1.
Press the
button until “Settings”
appears in the multi-information display
and then push the scroll dial. Use the scroll
dial to select
“Driver Assistance.” Then
push the scroll dial.
2.
Select “Parking sensors” and push the scroll
dial.
3.
Use the scroll dial to navigate in the menu
and select or change an item:
Moving Object (if so equipped)
— Turns ON/OFF the Moving Object
Detection (MOD) (See “Moving Object
Detection (MOD)” (P.4-23).)
Auto Show Sonar
— Shows the parking sensor display in
the multi-information display when the
rear parking sensor activates
Rear
— Turns ON/OFF the rear parking
sensor
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Distance
Steering
wheel
remote
control
switches
(left
— Changes the rear parking sensor’s
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE
side)
detection distance to “Long,” “Medium”
Multi-information display
THE REAR PARKING SENSOR
or “Short”
The system is automatically activated when the
Volume
ignition switch is in the ON position and the
— Changes the volume of the tone
shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position.
sound to “High,” “Medium” or “Low”
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
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REAR PARKING SENSOR
Rear parking sensor may not detect the
— When there are bumps, protru-
following objects: fluffy objects such as
sions or manhole covers on the
LIMITATIONS
snow, cloth, cotton, glass-wool, etc.; thin
road surface.
objects such as rope, wire and chain, etc.;
or wedge-shaped objects; complex-shaped
— When the vehicle drives through
WARNING
objects or multiple objects in close.
a draped flag or a curtain.
Listed below are the rear parking sensor
Rear parking sensor may not detect
— When there is an accumulation of
objects at speed above 3 MPH (5 km/h)
limitations for the parking sensor system.
snow or ice behind the vehicle.
Failure to operate the vehicle in accordance
and may not detect certain angular or
moving objects; complex-shaped objects or
— When driving on a steep hill.
with these system limitations could result in
multiple objects in close.
serious injury or death.
The rear parking sensor system may not
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UN-
Read and understand the limitations of the
operate in the following conditions:
rear parking sensor as contained in this
AVAILABLE
section. Inclement weather may affect the
— When rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.
function of the rear parking sensor; this
adheres to the parking sensor.
When parking sensor blockage is detected, the
may include reduced performance or a
system will be deactivated automatically.
— When a loud sound is heard in the
false activation.
The system is not available until the conditions
area around the vehicle.
The system is deactivated at speeds above
no longer exist.
6 MPH (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lower
— When the surface of the obstacle
The parking sensors may be blocked by
speeds.
is diagonal to the rear of the
temporary ambient conditions such as splashing
Inclement weather or ultrasonic sources
vehicle.
water, mist or fog. The blocked condition may
such as an automatic car wash, a truck’s
— When a parking sensor or the
also be caused by objects such as ice, frost or
compressed-air brakes or a pneumatic
area around the sensor is extre-
dirt obstructing the parking sensors.
drill may affect the function of the rear
mely hot or cold.
parking sensor; this may include reduced
Action to take:
performance or a false activation.
The parking sensor system may uninten-
When the above conditions no longer exist, the
Rear parking sensor is not designed to
tionally operate in the following condi-
system will resume automatically.
prevent contact with small or moving
tions:
objects. Always move slowly. The system
— When there is overgrown grass in
will not detect small objects below the
the area around the vehicle.
bumper or on the ground.
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COLD WEATHER DRIVING
area around the parking sensors.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR
Do not attach stickers
(including transparent
LOCK
material), install accessories or apply additional
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
paint on the parking sensors and their surround-
deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
ing areas. This may cause a malfunction or
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the
improper operation.
key hole, or use the F.A.S.T.-key.
Do not subject the area around the parking
ANTI-FREEZE
sensors to strong impact. Also, do not remove
or disassemble the parking sensors. If the
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
parking sensors and peripheral areas are de-
outside temperature will drop below
32°F
formed in an accident, etc., have the parking
(0°C), check the anti-freeze to assure proper
sensors checked. It is recommended that you
winter protection. For additional information,
visit an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for
see “Engine cooling system” (P.8-4).
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this service.
BATTERY
When washing the vehicle using a high-pressure
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
If the battery is not fully charged during
washer, do not apply direct washer pressure on
The parking sensors are located on the rear
extremely cold weather conditions, the battery
the parking sensors. This may cause a malfunc-
bumper. Always keep the area near the parking
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
tion of the parking sensors.
sensors clean.
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery
should be checked regularly. For additional
If the parking sensors are dirty, wipe them off
information, see “Battery” (P.8-11).
with a soft cloth while being careful to not
damage them.
DRAINING OF COOLANT
The parking sensors may be blocked by
WATER
temporary ambient conditions such as splashing
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
water, mist or fog.
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
The blocked condition may also be caused by
engine block. Refill before operating the
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the
vehicle. For details, see
“Engine cooling
parking sensors.
system” (P.8-4).
Check for and remove objects obstructing the
Starting and driving
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TIRE EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIP-
Allow greater following distances on slip-
pery roads.
SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
MENT
provide superior performance on dry pavement.
Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These
It is recommended that the following items be
However, the performance of these tires will be
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
carried in the vehicle during winter:
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen
substantially reduced in snowy and icy condi-
. A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ahead, brake before reaching it. Try not to
tions. If you operate your vehicle on snowy or
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
brake while on the ice, and avoid any
icy roads, Mitsubishi Motors recommends the
sudden steering maneuvers.
blades.
use of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON tires
. A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-
Do not use cruise control on slippery
on all four wheels. It is recommended you
roads.
drifts.
consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
for the tire type, size, speed rating and
. Extra window washer fluid to refill the
Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases
under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the
availability information.
reservoir tank.
exhaust
pipe
and
from
around
your
For additional traction on icy roads, studded
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
vehicle.
tires may be used. However, some U.S. states
and Canadian provinces prohibit their use.
WARNING
Check local, state and provincial laws before
installing studded tires.
Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain), very
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
to drive on. The vehicle will have much less
poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.
traction or “grip” under these conditions.
Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the
Tire chains may be used. For details, see “Tire
road is salted or sanded.
chains” (P.8-33) of this manual.
Whatever the condition, drive with cau-
All-Wheel Control (AWC) model
tion. Accelerate and slow down with care.
If accelerating or downshifting too fast, the
If you install snow tires, they must also be the
drive wheels will lose even more traction.
same size, brand, construction and tread pattern
on all four wheels.
Allow more stopping distance under these
conditions. Braking should be started
sooner than on dry pavement.
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Starting and driving
6 In case of emergency
Hazard warning flasher switch
6-2
Push starting
6-14
Emergency engine shut off
6-2
If your vehicle overheats
6-14
Flat tire
6-3
Towing your vehicle
6-16
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
6-3
Towing recommended by Mitsubishi Motors
6-17
Tire repair kit
6-3
Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)
6-19
Jump starting
6-12
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH
EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
The flasher can be actuated with the ignition
To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
switch in any position.
while driving, perform the following procedure:
. Rapidly push the push-button ignition
switch 3 consecutive times in less than 1.5
WARNING
seconds, or
. Push and hold the push-button ignition
Do not turn the hazard warning flasher switch
to off until you can make sure that it is safe to
switch for more than 2 seconds.
do so. Also, the hazard flasher warning may
not blink automatically depending on the force
of impact.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of the
hazard warning flasher switch while driving.
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency
conditions. All turn signal lights will flash.
WARNING
. If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
. Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to drive
so slowly that your vehicle might become a
hazard to other traffic.
. Turn signals do not work when the hazard
warning flasher lights are on.
6-2
In case of emergency
FLAT TIRE
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR-
serious personal injury. Check the tire
TIRE REPAIR KIT
pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire
ING SYSTEM (TPMS)
The tire repair kit can be used to temporarily
pressure to the recommended COLD tire
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading
repair a minor puncture in tread area caused by
Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire
Information placard to turn the low tire
a nail, screw or similar object. Therefore, a
pressure of all tires. When the low tire pressure
pressure warning light OFF. If the light
spare tire is not provided.
warning light is lit, and the “Tire Pressure Low -
still comes on while driving after adjusting
the tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the
Add Air”/“Tire Pressure Low - Check Cold
TPMS may be malfunctioning. If you have
WARNING
Tire” warning message is displayed in the
a flat tire, repair it with a tire repair kit. If
multi-information display, one or more of your
no tire is flat and all tires are properly
The tire repair kit may not permanently
tires is significantly under-inflated. If the
inflated, it is recommended you consult an
seal a punctured tire. Have the tire
vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure,
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
repaired as soon as possible.
the TPMS will activate and warn you of it by
If a wheel that not equipped with the
Using the tire repair kit may damage the
the low tire pressure warning light. This system
TPMS is installed, the TPMS will not
wheel and/or the tire inflation pressure
will activate only when the vehicle is driven at
function and the low tire pressure warning
sensor for the tire. The vehicle must
speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). For more
light will flash for approximately 1 minute.
promptly be inspected and repaired by
details, see “Warning lights, indicator lights and
The light will remain on after 1 minute.
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
audible reminders” (P.2-12) and “Tire Pressure
Have your tires replaced and/or TPMS
after using the tire repair kit.
system reset as soon as possible. It is
Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-6).
Use only the Mitsubishi Motors genuine
recommended you visit an authorized
tire repair kit. Sealant in other repair kits
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for these ser-
vices.
may not sufficiently seal the tire puncture.
WARNING
Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol tire
. If the low tire pressure warning light
sealant (except the sealant of the genuine
illuminates while driving, avoid sudden
tire repair kit) into the tires, as this may
steering maneuvers or abrupt braking,
cause a malfunction of the tire pressure
reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to
sensors.
a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon
as possible. Driving with under-inflated
tires may permanently damage the tires
and increase the likelihood of tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur and
may lead to an accident and could result in
In case of emergency
6-3
3.
Speed restriction sticker
A.
Strap (for flipping up the third row seats)
Before taking out the tire repair kit, fold the
third row seats (see “Third row seats” (P.1-9))
and then flip up the third row seats by pulling
the strap A.
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Example
How to use the tire repair kit
WARNING
Never use the tire repair kit under in any of the
situations listed below. The tire cannot be
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repaired by the tire repair kit. If any of these
Example
situations occurs, please contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Tire repair kit storage
The design and the storage position of the tire
. More than one tire is punctured.
repair kit may vary depending on the vehicle.
. The puncture hole has a length or width of
1/7 inch (4 mm) or greater.
Tire repair kit which consists of 1 to 3.
1.
Tire compressor
. The tire is punctured in the side wall (A),
not in the tread (B).
2.
Tire sealant bottle
6-4
In case of emergency
5.
Flip up the third row seats (see “Tire repair
The vehicle has been driven with the tire
immediately with a wet cloth.
kit storage” (P.6-4)). Then, take out the tire
almost completely flat.
. Immediately wash clothes contaminated
repair kit. Make sure that the compressor
The tire has completely slipped over the
with tire sealant. The tire sealant may not
switch is OFF.
wheel rim and come off the wheel.
be removed from the clothes.
6.
Shake the tire sealant bottle well.
The wheel is damaged.
NOTE:
A bump, cut or crack is on the tire.
Do not pull out an object, such as a nail
The tire sealant’s expiration date has
or screw, that penetrates the punctured
passed. (The expiration date is shown on
tire.
the bottle label (C).)
Move the vehicle so that the tire valve is
The ambient temperature is below -40 °F
positioned away from the point where the
(-40 °C) or above 140 °F (60 °C).
tire touches the ground. If the valve is
The tire sealant can cause health damage if
near the point where the tire touches the
swallowed. If you accidentally swallow it,
ground, the sealant may not enter the tire
drink as much water as possible and
easily.
immediately seek medical attention.
Check the tire sealant’s expiration date
If the tire sealant gets in your eyes or on
regularly, and be sure to purchase a new
your skin, rinse it away with lots of water.
one from an authorized Mitsubishi Mo-
If you still sense an abnormality, seek
tors dealer before the expiration date.
medical attention.
Consult a doctor immediately if any
1.
Park the vehicle on a safe, flat and level
allergic reactions occur.
place.
Do not allow children to touch the tire
2.
Set the parking brake firmly.
sealant.
3.
Move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK)
position, and stop the engine.
4.
Turn on the hazard warning lights and set
CAUTION
up a warning sign, such as a warning
triangle or flashing signal lamp, at an
If the vehicle body is contaminated by the
adequate distance from the vehicle, and
tire sealant, wipe the tire sealant off
have all your passengers leave the vehicle.
In case of emergency
6-5
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