2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS tow bar

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Obstacle detection areas
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The detection areas of the corner and back sensors are limited
to those shown in the illustration. Moreover, the sensors are
unable to detect low or thin objects or objects near the rear
bumper. Thus, make sure to check the surroundings as you
operate the vehicle in a safe manner.Corner and back sensor locationsThere are two corner sensors (A) at the corners of the rear
bumper, and two back sensors (B) in the centre of the rear
bumper.
Corner sensor system detection areasDepending on whether the vehicle is equipped with a towbar,
you can change the corner sensor system between the standard
mode and the towbar mode. The towbar mode changes the sys-
tem to exclude the area in which the towbar is mounted from
the detection areas.
Vehicles without a towbar
The detection areas are within approximately 50 cm (A) from
the corner sensors, 100 cm (B) from the back sensors, and
60 cm (C) or less from the ground surface, excluding the area
approximately 10 cm (D) from the ground surface.
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Vehicles with a towbar
The detection areas are within approximately 50 cm (A) from
the corner sensors, 100 cm (B) from the back sensors, and
60 cm (C) or less from the ground surface, excluding the area
approximately 10 cm (D) from the ground surface. The non-
detection areas (E) are within approximately 20 cm (F) from
the bumper.NOTE●If the rear bumper has been exposed to an impact, the cor-
ner or back sensors may fail and prevent the system from
functioning properly. We recommend you to have your
vehicle inspected.
●The sensors do not detect objects located in the area
directly below or near the bumper. If the height of an
object is lower than the mounted position of the corner or
back sensors, the sensors may not continue detecting it
even if they detected it initially.For information on how to change the detection areas, please
refer to “Changing the detection areas” on page 4-56.
CAUTION
!●The corner sensor system may not operate properly
under the following conditions:
• The sensors or surroundings are covered with ice,
snow, or mud.• The sensors are frozen.• The system receives ultrasonic noise from other
sources (the horns of other vehicles, motorcycle
engines, brakes, radios, pouring rain, splashing
water, tyre chains, etc.).• The sensors are extremely hot or cold (while the
vehicle is parked for a long period of time under a
blazing sun or in cold weather).• The vehicle tilts significantly.• The vehicle is driven on a rough road (with a
bumpy, gravel, hilly, or grassy surface).• The vehicle is too close to an obstacle.• The sensors or surroundings have been wiped by
hand, or stickers or accessories have been
attached.
●The corner sensor system may not properly detect
the following:
• Objects that are thin, such as wire nets or ropes.• Objects that absorb sound waves, such as snow.• Objects that are shaped with a sharp angle.• Objects with a smooth surface, such as glass.• Objects that are low, such as kerbstones.
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The warning buzzer sounds when the system detects an obsta-
cle during operation.NOTE●After pushing the SONAR switch, corner sensor system
operation differs according to the detection area setting.
• Setting when towbar is not equipped
When the selector lever is moved to the “R”
(REVERSE) position, the corner sensor system will
operate even if corner sensor system operation was
stopped by pushing the SONAR switch.
• Setting when towbar is equipped
When corner sensor system operation was stopped by
pushing the SONAR switch, the corner sensor system
will not operate until the engine has been stopped even
if the selector lever is moved to the “R” (REVERSE)
position.
To resume corner sensor system operation, push the
SONAR switch or stop and restart the engine, and then
move the selector lever to the “R” (REVERSE) position.
Warning for obstaclesIf there is an obstacle behind the vehicle, a warning buzzer
sounds to indicate the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle.
Corner sensor


Back sensor (vehicles without a towbar)


Back sensor (vehicles with a towbar)


Vehicle to obstacle distance
Warning sound cycle
Approx. 50 to 40 cm Intermittent
Approx. 40 to 25 cm Fast intermittent
Within approx. 25 cm Continuous
Vehicle to obstacle distance
Warning sound cycle
Approx. 150 to 80 cm Intermittent
Approx. 80 to 40 cm Fast intermittent
Within approx. 40 cm Continuous
Vehicle to obstacle distance
Warning sound cycle
Approx. 150 to 120 cm Intermittent
Approx. 120 to 60 cm Fast intermittent
Within approx. 60 cm Continuous
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Changing the detection areas
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The detection areas can be changed as follows:
Vehicles with a towbar
While the operation of the system is stopped at the SONAR
switch, push the SONAR switch approximately 3 seconds or
more, and release it. The buzzer sounds twice to indicate that
the detection area has been changed.
Vehicles without a towbar
While the operation of the system is stopped at the SONAR
switch, push the SONAR switch approximately 3 seconds or
more, and release it. The buzzer sounds once to indicate that
the detection area has been changed.NOTE●The detection area will not change if you keep the
SONAR switch pushed for 10 seconds or more.
CAUTION
!●The distances given are to be used for reference only,
as errors may be caused by various factors, such as
temperature, humidity, or the shape of the obstacles.
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In order to tow a trailer with your vehicle, have a trailer towing
device mounted that meets all relevant regulations in your area.
Consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
The regulations concerning the towing of a trailer may differ
from country to country. You are advised to obey the regula-
tions in each area.NOTE●If you are going to tow a trailer, pay careful attention to
the following points.Maximum towable weight with brake and maxi-
mum trailer-nose weightNever exceed the maximum towable weight with brake and the
maximum trailer-nose weight as listed in the specifications.
(Refer to page 9-8)
If you tow a trailer at an altitude of more than 1,000 m above
sea-level, reduce your weight by 10 % of the gross combina-
tion weight for every increase of 1,000 m above sea-level, as
the engine output is lowered owing to decrease in atmospheric
pressure.
Towing bar mounting specificationsSee the following table for fixing points (A) for the towing bar.
CAUTION
!●Danger of Accident!
A towing bar should be fitted according to MIT-
SUBISHI MOTORS guidelines.
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Tools
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NOTE●Use the vinyl sheet to wrap the standard wheel that is
removed in the event of wheel replacement.
Jack
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To r e m o v e1. Stow the third seat.
(Refer to “Stowing the third seat” on page 2-22.)
2. Raise the luggage floor board.
1- Wheel nut wrench
2- Bar
3- Vinyl sheet
4- Towing hook
CAUTION
!●Do not let children touch the vinyl sheet. If the vinyl
sheet got wrapped around a child’s nose or mouth, it
could cause suffocation.
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15. Check your tyre inflation pressure. The correct pressures
are shown on the door label. See the illustration.
Wheel covers*
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To remove1. Wrap the tip of the bar with a cloth, insert it deeply into
the notch provided in the wheel cover, and use it to lever
up the cover a little.
CAUTION
!●The tyre pressure should be periodically checked
and maintained at the specified pressure while the
tyre is stowed.●The compact spare tyre is to be used only temporar-
ily when the standard tyre is damaged. Repair the
damaged tyre as soon as possible and use it to
replace the compact spare tyre.●After changing the tyre and driving the vehicle
about 1,000 km (620 miles), retighten the wheel nuts
to make sure that they have not come loose.●If the steering wheel vibrates when driving after
changing the tyre, we recommend you to have the
tyres checked for balance.
●Do not mix one type of tyre with another or use a
different size from the one listed. This would cause
early wear and poor handling.
CAUTION
!
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If your vehicle is to be towed by another vehicle1. Take out the towing hook, wheel nut wrench and jack bar.
(Refer to “Tools and jack” on page 6-10.)
2. Cover the tip of the jack bar with a cloth, then use it to
remove the cover (A) that is located on the front bumper.3. Use the wheel nut wrench (B) to securely mount the tow-
ing hook (C).
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