Overview
Instruments and Contro
ls (Instrument panel)
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Supplemental restraint system-airbag (for front passenger’s seat) p. 2-58
Side ventilators p. 5-2
Rear window demister switch p. 3-77 Armrest (for front seats) p. 2-10 Centre console box p. 5-94Accessory socket p. 5-83 Front automatic air conditioning p. 5-4
Centre information display p. 3-17
Cigarette lighter* p. 5-82 Accessory socket* p. 5-83
Transfer shift lever p. 4-34
Rear heater*/Rear
air conditioning*
p. 5-15
Cup holder (for front seats) p. 5-99
Floor ventilators* p. 5-2
Audio* p. 5-20, 5-43 Mitsubishi Multi Communication System* Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi Multi Communication System owner’s manual”
Gearshift lever p. 4-23 Selector lever p. 4-25
Rear differential lock switch* p. 4-42
Centre ventilators p. 5-2
Parking brake lever p. 4-6
Heated seat switch* p. 2-12
LHD Centre accessory box* p. 5-96
Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-63
Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-63 Glove box p. 5-93
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Overview
RHD Rear window demister switch p. 3-77
Front automatic air conditioning p. 5-4
Audio* p. 5-20, 5-43 Mitsubishi Multi Communication System*Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi Multi Communication System owner’s manual”
Centre accessory box* p. 5-96 Armrest (for front seats) p.2-10 Centre console box p. 5-94Accessory socket p. 5-83 Rear heater*/Rear air conditioning* p. 5-15 Gearshift lever p. 4-23 Selector lever p. 4-25 Parking brake lever p. 4-6
Transfer shift lever p. 4-34
Cup holder (for front seats) p.5-99
Floor ventilators* p. 5-2
Heated seat switch* p. 2-12
Cigarette lighter* p. 5-82 Accessory socket* p. 5-83
Rear differential lock switch* p. 4-42
Glove box p. 5-93
Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for front passenger’s seat) p. 2-58
Side ventilators p. 5-2
Centre ventilators p. 5-2
Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp p. 2-63
Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 2-63
Centre information display p. 3-17
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Indicator and warning lamps
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1- Turn-signal indication lamps/Hazard warning indication
lamps
→ p. 3-12
2- Rear fog lamp indication lamp
→ p. 3-12
3- Position lamp indication lamp
→ p. 3-12
4- Front fog lamp indication lamp*
→ p. 3-12
5- Automatic headlamp levelling warning lamp*
→ p. 3-64
6- High-beam indication lamp
→ p. 3-12
7- Active stability control function OFF indication lamp
→ p. 4-67
8- Active stability control function indication lamp/Active trac-
tion control function indication lamp
→ p. 4-67, 4-69
9- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp
→ p. 4-60
10- Brake warning lamp
→ p. 3-13
11- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning lamp
→ p. 2-75
12- Seat belt warning lamp
→ p. 2-40
13- A/T fluid temperature warning lamp (vehicles with A/T)
→ p. 4-31
14- CRUISE indication lamp*
→ p. 4-72
15- “SONAR OFF” indication lamp*
→ p. 4-84
16- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning lamp*
→ p. 4-22
17- Diesel preheat indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles)
→ p. 3-12
18- Fuel filter indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles)
→ p. 3-13
19- Check engine warning lamp
→ p. 3-15
20- Charge warning lamp
→ p. 3-16
21- Oil pressure warning lamp
→ p. 3-16
22- Low fuel warning lamp
→ p. 3-8
23- 2WD/4WD operation indication lamp
→ p. 4-38
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Fuel filter indication lamp (diesel-powered vehicles)
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This indication lamp illuminates when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position andgoes off after the engine has started. If it lights up while the engine is ru
nning, it indicates that
water has accumulated inside the fuel filter; ifthis happens, remove the
water from the fuel fil-
ter. When the lamp goes out, you can resume driv-ing. If it either does not go out or comes on from time to time, we recommend you to have the vehicle inspected.
Wa r n i n g l a m p s
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Brake warning lamp (brake warning buzzer)
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This lamp illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off after a few seconds.With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the brake warning lamp illuminates under the following conditions:●
When the parking brake lever has been engaged.
●
When the brake fluid level in the reservoir falls to a low level.
●
When the brake circuit
is not operating cor-
rectly.
Brake warning buzzer When there is a danger of brake performance becoming compromised,
a buzzer will sound to
alert the driver. If this
buzzer should continue to
sound, park your vehicl
e in a safe place and we
recommend you to have it checked.NOTE●
Depressing the brake pe
dal repeatedly may
turn on the brake warning lamp, ABS warn- ing lamp and brake
warning buzzer. It is
normal if the lamp goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.
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NOTE●
In certain cases immediately after the engine has been started or when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly, a noise gen- erated by operation of brake devices may beheard coming from
the engine compart-
ment. This type of noise is normal and there is no need for concer
n. In fact, it indicates
that the corresponding devices are operating normally.
●
The brake system uses
brake fluid pressu-
rized by the pump. Please refer to “Braking” on page 4-56.
CAUTION
!●
In the situations listed below, brake performance may be compromised orthe vehicle may become unstable if brakes are applied suddenly; conse- quently, avoid driving at high speedsor applying the brakes suddenly. Fur- thermore, the vehicle should be brought to a stop in a safe location andto have it checked.• The brake warning lamp does notilluminate when the parking brake is applied or does not turn off when the parking brake is released.• The brake warning lamp remains illuminated during driving. • The brake warning buzzer does notturn off.
●
The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the following manner when brake performance has deteriorated.• Depress the brake pedal harder than usual. Even if the brake pedal moves downto the very end of its possible stroke, keep it pressed down hard. • Should the brakes fail, use enginebraking to reduce your speed and pull the parking brake lever. Depress the brake pedal to operate the stop lamp to
alert the vehicles
behind you.CAUTION
!
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Check engine warning lamp
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This lamp is a part of an onboard diagnostic sys- tem which monitors the emissions, engine and automatic transmission control systems. If a problem is detected
in one of these systems,
this lamp illuminates. Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, we recommend you to havethe system checked as soon as possible. This lamp will also illuminate for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”position. If it does not go off after a few seconds, we recommend you to have the vehicle checked.
NOTE●
The engine electr
onic control module
accommodating the onboard diagnostic sys- tem has various fault data (especially about the exhaust emission) stored.This data will be erased
if a battery cable is
disconnected which will make a rapid diag- nosis difficult. Do not disconnect a batterycable when the check engine warning lamp is ON.
CAUTION
!●
Prolonged driving with this lamp on may cause further damage to the emis- sion control system.
It could also affect
fuel economy and drivability.
●
If the lamp does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the“ON” position, we recommend you to have the system checked.
●
If the lamp illuminates while the engine is running, avoid driving at high speeds and we recommend you to have the system checked.Accelerator pedal and brake pedal response may be negatively influenced under these conditions.
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Starting and driving
Economical driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 2 Driving, alcohol and drugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 3Safe driving techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 3Running-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 5Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 6Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 7Steering wheel height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 8Inside rear-view mirror . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 9
Outside rear-view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 11Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 14Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 18Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 18Diesel particulate filter (DPF)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 22Manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 23Automatic transmission INVECS-II Sports Mode 5A/T (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control Syst
em II) . . . . . . . .4- 25
Super select 4WD II (SS4 II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 34Rear differential lock* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 424-wheel drive operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 48Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 53Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles . .4- 53
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 56 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 58Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 63Active stability & traction control (ASTC) . . . . . . 4- 63Cruise control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 70Reversing sensor system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 78Rear-view camera* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 84Cargo loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 88Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 90
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Economical driving
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For economical driving, there ar
e some technical requirements
that have to be met. The prerequisite for low fuel consumption is a properly adjusted engine. In order to achieve longer life ofthe vehicle and the most econo
mical operation, we recommend
you to have the vehicle checked
at regular intervals in accord-
ance with the service standards.Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas and noise are highly influenced by personal driving habits as well as the par- ticular operating conditions. The following points should beobserved in order to minimize w
ear of brakes, tyres and engine
as well as to reduce environmental pollution.StartingAvoid rapid acceleration and sudden starts; such operation will result in higher fuel consumption.ShiftingShift only at an appropriate
speed and engine speed. Always
use the highest gear possible. The transfer shift lever should be set to “2H” when driving on normal roads and express ways to obtain best possible fueleconomy.City trafficFrequent starting and stopping
increases the average fuel con-
sumption. Use roads with smooth
traffic flow whenever possi-
ble. When driving on congested
roads, avoid use of a low gear
at high engine speeds.
IdlingThe vehicle consumes fuel even during idling. Avoid extended idling whenever possible.SpeedAt higher vehicle speed, more fu
el is consumed. Avoid driving
at full speed. Even a slight re
lease of the accelerator pedal will
save a significant amount of fuel.Tyre inflation pressureCheck the tyre inflation pressure
s at regular intervals. Low tyre
inflation pressure increases ro
ad resistance and fuel consump-
tion. In addition, low tyre pres
sures adversely affect tyre wear
and driving stability.LoadDo not drive with unnecessary articles in the luggage compart- ment. Especially during city dr
iving where frequent starting
and stopping is necessary, the increased weight of the vehicle will greatly affect fuel consumption. Also avoid driving with unnecessary luggage or carriers,
etc., on the roof; the increased
air resistance will increase fuel consumption.Cold engine startingStarting of a cold engine consumes more fuel. Unnecessary fuel consumption
is also caused by keeping a hot
engine running. After the engine is started, commence driving as soon as possible.Air conditioningThe use of the air conditioning
will increase the fuel consump-
tion.
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