2010 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE window

3-46 Features and controls
3
To close the top by manually
N00505700036
1. Without obstructing traffic, stop the vehicle on a level,
firm surface where you can work safely.
2. Securely apply the parking brake. If the vehicle has an
automatic transaxle, place the selector lever in the “P”
(PARK) position. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle,
place the gearshift lever in the 1st position.
3. Completely open the power windows.
4. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
5. Pull down both sun visors.
6. Slide the front seats fully forward. Tip the seatbacks for-
ward. Refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward”
on page 2-5 and “To adjust the seatback” on page 2-6.
7. Remove the woofer cover (A) in the center of the rear seat
by gently pulling at its side edges.8. Remove the emergency tool (B) that is mounted in the
rear seat behind the woofer cover.
A
B
BK0098300US.book 46 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

Features and controls
3-51
3
17. While holding the rear window, turn the handle of the
valve (H) counterclockwise to release the pressure in the
valve. At this time, turn the handle until it can be turned
no further.NOTE
Do not operate either top switch after loosening the valve.18. While retaining the tonneau panel and the rear glass,
remove the emergency tool from the specified insertion
location in the tonneau hinge and close the tonneau panel.
NOTE
When you close the tonneau panel, hydraulic pressure
may make it stiff. Slowly press the tonneau panel down-
ward.
CAUTION
!
Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down
when you loosen the valve.
H
CAUTION
!
Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down.
BK0098300US.book 51 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

3-52 Features and controls
3
19. Step into the vehicle. Insert the stamped end of the emer-
gency tool into the specified location (C). Slowly move
the emergency tool in the direction of the arrow to lock
the tonneau panel.20. Close the rear window.
21. Pulling up the lining, remove the clips (I).
C
II
BK0098300US.book 52 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

Features and controls
3-53
3
22. Lift up the cover on each side. Locate the holes (J) on
each side into which you will insert the emergency tool.23. Insert the stamped end of the emergency tool into the
holes (J). Push the emergency tool upward in the direction
of the arrow to secure the rear window.
Do this on both sides.
24. Return the emergency tool to its original position. Install
the speaker cover.
NOTE
When the work is complete, have the vehicle inspected by
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
JJ
BK0098300US.book 53 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

Features and controls
3-57
3
NOTE
When the gearshift lever (for vehicle with manual tran-
saxle) or the selector lever (for vehicle with automatic
transaxle) is in “R” position with the ignition key in the
“ON” position, the rear-view camera image will be dis-
played on the left portion of a type 4 mirror.
For details, refer to “Rear-view camera” on page 3-104.Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear
window.
To adjust the vertical mirror position (Type 1, 3,
4 only)It is possible to move the mirror up and down to adjust its posi-
tion.NOTE
The position of a type-2 mirror cannot be adjusted up and
down.
BK0098300US.book 57 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

3-60 Features and controls
3
To fold the mirrorThe outside mirror can be folded in toward the side window to
prevent damage when parking in tight locations.
Heated mirror
(if so equipped)
N00549300146
When the rear window defogger switch is pressed, the outside
rearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted. Current will flow
through the heater element inside the mirrors, thus clearing
away frost or condensation.
The indicator light (C) will illuminate while the defogger is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 17 min-
utes.
CAUTION
!
Electric current will flow through the heating wires
on the rear window to help clear away moisture or
frost when the rear defogger switch is pressed.
When the top is completely lowered, keep the rear
window defogger turned off to avoid damage to the
top (ECLIPSE SPYDER only).
BK0098300US.book 60 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

3-128 Features and controls
3
[The engine is not running, or the engine is running but the
parking brake has not been released]
The engine can be started with the headlights off when the
vehicle is stationary.NOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running. The battery
will run down.

When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice. Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other
lights)
N00532600264

If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch and the driver’s
door is opened with the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights automatically turn off.• If the driver’s door is opened after the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a high-pitched constant tone
will sound to remind you to turn off the lights.
• If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the ignition
switch, a low-pitched tone will sound to remind you to
remove the key.

If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch with the driver’s
door closed and the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights will stay on for about 3 minutes and
then turn off automatically. OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights onBK0098300US.book 128 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分

3-136 Features and controls
3
Rear window wiper and washer (ECLIPSE only)
N00523200264
The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when the
ignition key is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Turn the knob to operate the rear window wiper.
NOTE
To ensure a clear rearward view, the wiper performs a
number of continuous operations either when the switch is
moved to the “INT” position or when the gearshift lever
(manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic
transmission) is moved to the “R” (REVERSE) position
while the switch is in the “INT” position.
Following this continuous operation, the wiper will auto-
matically switch to intermittent operation.

The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine com-
partment.
Check the fluid level regularly and refill if necessary. (See
“Washer fluid” on page 7-14.)Precautions to observe when using wipers and
washers
N00523500111
NOTE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. This
could scratch the glass and wear the wiper blades prema-
turely.

Before using the wipers in cold weather, check to be sure
that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or
rear window. Using the wipers while the blades are frozen
could cause the wiper motor to burn out.
OFF- Off
INT- The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then
operates intermittently at intervals of about 8 seconds.
-Washer fluid will be sprayed onto the rear window glass
while the knob is turned fully in either direction.
When the washer fluid is sprayed, the wiper will automati-
cally operate 2 or 3 times.
CAUTION
!
If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer
fluid sprayed onto the glass might freeze, blocking
your view. In cold weather, heat the glass with the
defroster before using the washer.
BK0098300US.book 136 ページ ２００８年１２月８日　月曜日　午前１１時３７分