2003 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN brake

(6) When the MITSUBISHI active stabil-
ity & traction control system (M-ASTC)
starts operating (for vehicles with the
MITSUBISHI active stability & trac-
tion control system).
Refer to the“MITSUBISHI active sta-
bility & traction control system
(M-ASTC)”on page 5-57.
(7) When, on a steep slope etc., the
vehicle speed decreases to a speed
which is 15km/h (9 mph) or more below
the set speed.
(8) When the vehicle speed decreases to
40km/h (25 mph) or less.
WARNING
For vehicles with automatic trans-
mission, although the auto-speed
control can be turned off by mov-
ing the selector lever to the“N”
(NEUTRAL) position, never move the
selector lever to the“N”(NEUTRAL)
position while driving.
You would have no engine braking
and could occur a serious accident.
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To resume the set speedIf the speed memory has not been erased,
resume the previously set speed by pull-
ing the auto-speed control lever up while
driving at a speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) or
higher.
Under either of the following conditions,
however, using the switch does not allow
you to resume the previously set speed. In
these situations, repeat the speed setting
procedure:
(1) The ignition switch is turned OFF.
(2) The main switch is turned OFF.
MITSUBISHI active stability &
traction control system
(M-ASTC)*
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The MITSUBISHI active stability & trac-
tion control system (M-ASTC) takes over-
all control of the anti-lock brake system,
active stability control system and active
traction control system to maintain the vehi-
cle’s stability and traction. Please read this
section in conjunction with the page on the
anti-lock brake system, active stability con-
trol system and active traction control sys-
tem.
Anti−lock brake system (ABS)→P. 5−45
Active stability control system→P.5-58
Active traction control system→P.5-60
CAUTION
•Do not over−rely on the M-ASTC.
Ever when the M-ASTC is operat-
ing, there are limits to how far it can
ensure vehicle stability; reckless
driving may lead to accidents.
Always drive carefully, taking
account of the road conditions.
•Be sure to use the same specified
type and size of tyre on all 4
wheels. Otherwise, there is a pos-
sibility that the M-ASTC will not
work properly.
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Driving hintsWhen extricating the vehicle from mud or
fresh snow with the transfer shift lever in
the“2H”,“4H”or“4HLc”position, you may
find that operation of the M-ASTC pre-
vents the engine speed from increasing in
response to depression of the accelera-
tor pedal. If this happens and the vehicle
remains stuck as a result, place the trans-
fer shift lever in the“4LLc”position or turn
the active stability control switch OFF. The
vehicle will then be easier to extricate.Active stability control systemThe active stability control system is
designed to improve the vehicle’s stabil-
ity by restraining its tendency to slip side-
ways (for example, when rounding a curve
in slippery conditions, or when the driver
takes rapid steering action to avoid an
obstacle). It works by controlling the engine
output and the brake on each wheel.
NOTE
When the engine starts, a click is heard
from the engine compartment. This is only
the sound of the active stability control sys-
tem being checked. It does not indicate a
fault.
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Active stability control switchThe active stability control switch automati-
cally turns ON when the ignition switch is
turned to the“ON”position. You can turn
the active stability control switch OFF when
the vehicle speed is below about 40km/h,
but it is recommended that the active sta-
bility control switch normally be kept ON.
1- ON
2- OFFNOTE
(1) The active stability control system does
not operate when the transfer shift lever
is in the“4LLc”position.
(2) When the active stability control sys-
tem is operating with the transfer shift
lever in the“2H”,“4H”or“4HLc”posi-
tion, moving the shift lever to the“4LLc”
position makes the active stability con-
trol system deactivate automatically.
(3) If the vehicle speed increases to about
120 km/h with the active stability con-
trol switch OFF, the active stability con-
trol system automatically starts
operating. To subsequently stop the
active stability control system, stop the
vehicle and press the (2) side of the
active stability control switch.
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Active traction control systemThe active traction control system main-
tains traction on slippery road surfaces by
automatically controlling the engine out-
put and applying the brakes so the driv-
ing wheels are prevented from spinning.
The active traction control system auto-
matically turns ON when the ignition switch
is turned to the“ON”position.
CAUTION
If the temperature in the braking sys-
tem increases excessively due to
continuous brake control on a slip-
pery road surface, a warning buzzer
will sound intermittently to warn the
driver. If driving continues in spite of
the buzzer and the temperature in the
braking system increases further, the
lamp will illuminate, the warn-
ing buzzer will sound continuously
for approximately 3 seconds, and
active traction control system opera-
tion will be suspended to protect the
braking system. (Normal operation of
the vehicle will not be affected.) If the
vehicle is stopped and the
lamp
goes off, the active traction control
system will start operating again.NOTE
(1) When the engine starts, a click is heard
from the engine compartment. This is
only the sound of the active traction
control system being checked. It does
not indicate a fault.
(2) When the active traction control sys-
tem operates, you may feel vibration
and/or hear the active traction control
system’s operating noise, which indi-
cates that the active traction control
system is working normally. They do
not indicate a fault.
(3) The active traction control system does
not operate while the ABS warning
lamp is illuminated.
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Example indication: active traction con-
trol system controlling front−right wheelActive traction control system
operation indication lampThe
lamp (1) should illuminate when
the ignition switch is turned to the“ON”
position and should go off after a few sec-
onds.
If the indication lamp stays on or does not
illuminate when the ignition switch is turned
to the“ON”position, please contact your
nearest authorized MITSUBISHI dealer for
inspection.
When the active traction control system
operates, the active traction control sys-
tem operation indication lamp (1) flashes
and the indication lamp for the wheel (2)
being subjected to antispin control also
flashes.
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H23A254A
RHDNOTE
On an air conditioned vehicle, the cool air
from the ventilators may appear as a mist.
This is due to moist air being suddenly
cooled by the air conditioning. This will clear
after a few moments.
CAUTION
(1) When using the air condition-
ing, the idling speed may slightly
increase as the air condition-
ing compressor is switched
on/off automatically. Especially
for vehicles with an automatic
transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the
brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
CAUTION
(2) On 3500 models, if a problem is
detected in the air conditioning
compressor, the air condition-
ing operation indicator lamp
blinks. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place, turn off the engine, then
restart the engine. If the air con-
ditioning operation indicator
lamp does not blink, there is no
problem. If it does blink, have it
checked at an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
2- Blower speed selection dial
There are 4 blower speeds for control of
the amount of air flow.
Adjust the blower speed by turning the
blower speed selection dial clockwise or
anticlockwise.
The setting for ordinary use should be
the first or second speed.
3- Temperature control dial
The heater will not operate if the dial is
set all the way to the left.
The air flow temperature will gradually
increase as the dial is turned to the right.
NOTE
When the engine coolant temperature is
low, temperature of air introduced into the
passenger compartment does not change
even if the temperature control dial is
moved to the high temperature side.
H16A296A
MODE SELECTION AIR OUTLETS
B, CB, C, D, EA*, C*, D, EA, C*, D, EA, C*
A:From front and side demister
B:From centre ventilators
C:From side ventilators
D:From under the instrument panel
E:From rear end of the centre console
* :means a small amount of air flow
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H04F071A
LHDCooling
(Vehicles with air conditioning)
EH04FOH
Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
Set the air selection switch (A) to the out-
side position and push the air condition-
ing switch (B).
Adjust the temperature by turning the tem-
perature control dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise. Select the desired blower speed.
H04F078A
RHDNOTE
If the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated, or if high cooling performance
is desired, set air selection switch to the
recirculation position and the tempera-
ture control dial all the way to the left.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
CAUTION
When using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as
the air conditioning compressor is
switched on/off automatically. Espe-
cially for vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from
creeping.
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H14A059A
Front automatic air
conditioning*
EH14AOH
By setting the blower speed selection dial
and mode selection dial to the“AUT”
(AUTO) position and select the desired
temperature, the air conditioning oper-
ates to cool or warm automatically in order
to maintain the selected temperature. To
stop the air conditioning, set the blower
speed selection dial to the“
”(OFF)
position.
You can also operate it manually if neces-
sary.
The air conditioning can only be oper-
ated while the engine is running.
CAUTION
When using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as
the air conditioning compressor is
switch on/off automatically. Espe-
cially for vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from
creeping.
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NOTE
(1) There is a photo sensor, and interior air
temperature sensor inside the vehicle.
A- Photo sensor
B- Interior air temperature sensor
Never place anything on top of the
cover for these sensors, doing so will
prevent them from functioning prop-
erly.
(2) May slightly increase as the air condi-
tioning compressor is switched on/off
automatically
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CAUTION
(1) When using the air condition-
ing, the idling speed may slightly
increase as the air condition-
ing compressor is switched
on/off automatically. Especially
for vehicles with an automatic
transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the
brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
(2) On 3500 models, if a problem is
detected in the air conditioning
compressor, the air condition-
ing operation indicator lamp
blinks. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place, turn off the engine, then
restart the engine. If the air con-
ditioning operation indicator
lamp does not blink, there is no
problem. If it does blink, have it
checked at an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
Demisting of the windscreen and
door windows
EH03DOH
CAUTION
For safety, make sure you have a
clear view through all windows.
To remove the frost or mist from the wind-
screen and door windows, use the mode
selection dial (“
”or“
”).
H03D151A
- To keep the windscreen and door
windows clear of mist, and to keep
leg area heating (when driving in rain
or snow).
1- Set the air selection switch (A) to the
outside position.
2- Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
3- Select the desired blower speed by turn-
ing the blower speed selection dial.
4- Select the desired temperature by turn-
ing the temperature control dial.
5- Push the air conditioning switch (B).
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H03D152A
- For quick demisting
1- Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
2- Set the blower speed to the maximum
blower speed position.
3- Set the temperature to the maximum
temperature position.
NOTE
(1) While the mode selection dial is set to
the“
”position, the air condition-
ing will operate automatically and the
outside air position will also be selected
automatically. This is done for opti-
mum performance.
(In the case, the air conditioning indi-
cator lamp will not change.)
(2) Do not set the temperature control dial
around the max. cool position. Cool air
will blow against the window glasses
and form mist on them.
H04F099A
Cooling
EH04FAOb
Set the mode selection dial to the“
”
position.
Set the air selection switch (A) to the out-
side position and push the air condition-
ing switch (B).
Adjust the temperature by turning the tem-
perature control dial clockwise or anticlock-
wise. Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE
If the outside air is dusty or otherwise con-
taminated, or if high cooling performance
is desired, set the air selection switch to the
recirculation position and the tempera-
ture control dial all the way to the left.
Switch to the outside position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the win-
dows do not become fogged up.
CAUTION
(1) When using the air condition-
ing, the idling speed may slightly
increase as the air condition-
ing compressor is switched
on/off automatically. Especially
for vehicles with an automatic
transmission, while the vehicle
is stationary, fully depress the
brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
(2) On 3500 models, if a problem is
detected in the air conditioning
compressor, the air condition-
ing operation indicator lamp
blinks. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place, turn off the engine, then
restart the engine. If the air con-
ditioning operation indicator
lamp does not blink, there is no
problem. If it does blink, have it
checked at an authorized MIT-
SUBISHI dealer.
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