2008 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS traction control

Starting and driving
4-41
4 Active stability control (ASC)
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The active stability control (ASC) takes overall control of the
anti-lock brake system, traction control function and stability
control function to help maintain the vehicle’s control and trac-
tion. Please read this section in conjunction with the page on
the anti-lock brake system, traction control function and stabil-
ity control function.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) → p. 4-36
Traction control function → p. 4-42
Stability control function → p. 4-43
NOTE●In the following situation, a click is heard from the engine
compartment. However, this is only the sound of ASC
being checked.
• After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
• After your vehicle is driven a short distance after start-
ing the engine.
●Some vibration will be felt in the vehicle body and a
whining sound of the motor will be heard from the engine
compartment when the ASC functions. This is a normal
result of the ASC operation and does not indicate a mal-
function.
●The ASC does not operate while the ABS warning lamp is
illuminated.
CAUTION
!●Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even when the ASC is
operating, there are limits to the system and its abil-
ity to maintain control and traction. Reckless driv-
ing 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 possibility
that the ASC will not work properly.
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Traction control function
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the
drive wheels from excessive spinning, thus helping the vehicle
to start moving from a stop. It also provides sufficient driving
force and steering performance as the vehicle turns at acceler-
ated speeds.NOTE●When moving out of mud, sand or fresh snow, pressing
the accelerator pedal may not allow the engine speed to
increase.
If this happens and the vehicle remains stuck as a result,
turn the TCL switch OFF. The vehicle will then be easier
to extricate.
●When climbing or beginning to climb a steep slope, turn
the TCL switch OFF if the traction control function
reduces the engine speed excessively.
TCL switch
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The traction control function automatically goes on, when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. To deactivate
the traction control function, press the TCL switch. To reacti-
vate the traction control function, press the TCL switch again.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS recommends to normally keep the
traction control function on.
CAUTION
!●When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be
sure to install snow tyres and drive the vehicle at
moderate speeds.●When a tyre such as a compact spare tyre, which is
different in size from the standard tyre, has been
installed, make sure that the traction control func-
tion is turned off.
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Starting and driving
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4
Stability control function
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The stability control function is designed to help maintain the
vehicle’s control in slippery conditions, or during rapid steer-
ing manoeuvres. It works by controlling the engine output and
the brake on each wheel.NOTE●The stability control function operates at speeds of about
30 km/h (19 mph) or higher.
ASC indication lamp, TCL OFF indication lamp
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The traction control function and stability control function
share the same indication lamp.
The indication lamps should illuminate when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, and should go off after a
few seconds. Always make sure that the lamp goes out before
beginning to drive.
If one or both indication lamps stay on or do not illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, we
recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
indication lamp blinks when the ASC is operating.
indication lamp is illuminated when the traction control
function is off.
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CAUTION
!●When the indication lamp blinks, ASC is operat-
ing, which means that the road is slippery or that
your vehicle’s wheels are slipping excessively. If this
happens, drive slower with less accelerator input.●If a malfunction occurs in the device, the and
indication lamps will continuously illuminate. Park
your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Then, start the engine again and check whether the
and indication lamps go out.
If the and indication lamps remain on even
after your vehicle is driven a short distance after
starting the engine, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.●If continuous brake control (on a slippery surface,
for example) causes the temperature of the braking
system to increase excessively, the traction control
function (working by controlling the brake on each
wheel) will be suspended to protect the braking sys-
tem. [The traction control function (working by con-
trolling the engine output) will operate. Normal
operation of the vehicle will not be affected.] At this
time, the indication lamp will blink to inform the
driver that the traction control function (working by
controlling the brake on each wheel) is suspended. If
the vehicle is stopped and the indication lamp
goes off, the traction control function (working by
controlling the brake on each wheel) will start oper-
ating again.
CAUTION
!●If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position and only the front wheels or only the
rear wheels raised off the ground, the traction con-
trol function may operate, resulting in an accident.
When towing the vehicle with the front wheels
raised, keep the ignition switch in the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position. When towing the vehicle with the
rear wheels raised, keep the ignition switch in the
“ACC” position.
Refer to “Towing” on page 6-28.
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Alphabetical index
7
Storage 6-10
Towing 6-28
Traction control function 4-41
TCL switch 4-42
Traction control system (TCL)
Indication lamp 4-43
Trailer towing 4-60
Transmission
Automatic transmission 4-26
Fluid 8-13, 9-16
Manual transmission 4-23
Oil 9-16
Specifications 9-10
Tripmeter 3-4
Turn-signal indication lamps 3-9
Turn/Lane-change signals 3-37
Tyres 8-21
How to change a tyre 6-20
Inflation pressures 8-21
Rotation 8-24
Size (tyre and wheel) 9-12
Snow tyres 8-25
Tyre chains 8-26
Wheel condition 8-23
U
Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal information 7
V
Vanity mirror 5-53
Vanity mirror lamps
Bulb capacity 8-45
Replacement 8-61
Vehicle care precautions 7-2
Vehicle dimensions 9-5
Vehicle identification number plate 9-3
Vehicle information code plate 9-3
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle performance 9-7
Vehicle weight 9-8
Ventilators 5-2
W
Warning lamps 3-10
Warning triangle retaining bands 5-78
Washer
Fluid 8-14, 9-16
Switch 3-41, 3-43
Washing 7-4
Water temperature gauge 3-6
Waxing 7-6
Weatherstripping 8-32
Weight 9-8
Wheel
Covers 6-26
Specification 9-12
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