2010 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE lock

3-168 Features and controls
3Sun visors
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Fold the sun visor downward (1) to reduce front glare while
driving. To reduce side glare, turn the visor to the side (2).To block out additional side glare, swing the sun visor side-
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3-172 Features and controls
3
Reading lights
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Push the reading light switch (A) to turn on the light. This light
produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map light.
Push the reading light switch again to turn the light off.
1 (DOOR) - The dome light comes on when any door or rear
hatch is opened. When all the doors (including the
rear hatch) are closed, the dome light is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds then goes out. However,
the light goes out immediately without being
dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.

All the doors (including the rear hatch) are
locked using the power door lock switch, or
the remote control switch of the keyless entry
system.
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors
and the rear hatch closed, the dome light
comes on for 30 seconds and then goes out.
2 (OFF) - The dome light goes off.
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Features and controls
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3
Dome light (Front)/reading lights-Type 2
(if so
equipped)
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Dome light (Front)The dome light can be turned on by pushing the dome light
switch (A).
(DOOR) - The dome light comes on when any door or rear
hatch is opened. When all the doors (including the
rear hatch) are closed, the dome light is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds then goes out. However,
the light goes out immediately without being
dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.

All the doors (including the rear hatch) are
locked using the power door lock switch, or
the remote control switch of the keyless entry
system.
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors
and the rear hatch closed, the dome light
comes on for 30 seconds and then goes out.
(OFF) - The dome light goes off.
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Features and controls
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3
Dome light (Rear) (ECLIPSE only, if so
equipped)
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The dome light can be turned on by sliding the dome light
switch.
(ON) - The reading light comes on.
(DOOR) - The reading light comes on when any door or rear
hatch is opened. When all the doors (including the
rear hatch) are closed, the reading light is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds then goes out. However, the
light goes out immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.

All the doors (including the rear hatch) are
locked using the power door lock switch, or the
remote control switch of the keyless entry sys-
tem.
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors and
the rear hatch closed, the dome light comes on
for 30 seconds and then goes out.
Ty p e 2
1 ( ) -
The dome light comes on.
2 ( ) -The dome light comes on when any door or rear hatch is
opened. When all the doors (including the rear hatch)
are closed, the dome light is dimmed gradually for 30
seconds then goes out. However, the light goes out
immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

All the doors (including the rear hatch) are locked
using the power door lock switch, or the remote
control switch of the keyless entry system.
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3-176 Features and controls
3
Cargo area light (ECLIPSE only)
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The cargo area light comes on when the rear hatch is opened.
When the rear hatch is closed, the cargo area light goes off.
Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and other lights)
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If any of the interior lights are left on with the ignition switch
in the “LOCK” position, the lights go out automatically after
about 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “ACC” position, any door or the rear hatch
(ECLIPSE) is opened and closed, or the keyless entry system is
operated.
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors and
the rear hatch closed, the dome light comes on for
30 seconds and then goes out.
3 ( ) -
The dome light goes off.
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Features and controls
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3 Glove compartment
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Ty p e 1To open, pull the lever (A).
Ty p e 21. To lock.
2. To unlock.
3. To open, pull the lever (A).NOTE
When the light switch is set in either the “ ” or “ ”
position, the glove compartment light illuminates.
Refer to “Combination headlights and dimmer switch” on
page 3-127.
WA R N I N G
!
An open glove compartment door can cause a seri-
ous injury or death to the front passenger in an acci-
dent, even if the passenger is wearing his/her seat
belt. Always keep the glove compartment door
closed when driving.
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3-180 Features and controls
3Rear shelf panel (ECLIPSE only, if so
equipped)
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The rear shelf panel is provided for covering the cargo area and
to protect its contents from direct sunlight.NOTE
Do not place luggage or other items on the rear shelf
panel. Any items on the rear shelf panel would obstruct
your rearward view, and they could fly forward and cause
an injury or other mishap in the event of hard braking.
When opening the rear hatch, the rear shelf panel (A) will be
lifted together with the rear hatch.
NOTE
When closing the rear hatch, make sure no luggage
touches the rear shelf panel. If you close the rear hatch
with the rear shelf panel pressing against luggage, the rear
shelf panel could break.
Remove the rear shelf panel when loading large items of lug-
gage.To remove1. Unlock the cord from the rear hatch.
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Driving safety
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4 Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the follow-
ing: Seat belts and seats
Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all
passengers are seated and wearing their seat belts properly
(with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints),
and that all the doors and the rear hatch are locked.

Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while
still keeping good visibility, and good control of the steer-
ing wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the
instrument panel indicators for any possible problem.

Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.
Floor mats
WA R N I N G
!
Keep floor mats clear of the pedals by correctly lay-
ing floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle.
To prevent the floor mats from slipping out position,
securely retain them using the hooks etc.
Note that laying a floor mat over a pedal or laying
one floor mat on top of another can obstruct pedal
operation and lead to a serious accident.
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