
WARNING
l Do not attach anything to the steering
wheel padded cover, such as trim materi-
al, badges, etc. It might strike and injure
an occupant if the airbag inflates.
l Do not set anything on, or attach any-
thing to, the instrument panel above the
glove box. It might strike and injure an oc-
cupant if the airbag inflates. WARNING
l Do
not attach accessories to, or put them
in front of, the windscreen. These objects
could restrict the airbag inflation, or
strike and injure an occupant if the air-
bags inflate.
l Do not put packages, pets or other ob-
jects between the airbags and the driver
or front passenger. It could affect airbag
performance, or could cause injury when
the airbag inflates. WARNING
l Right
after the airbag inflation, several
airbag system components will be hot. Do
not touch them; you could be burned.
l The airbag system is designed to work on-
ly once. Once the airbags have deployed,
they will not work again. They must
promptly be replaced, and we recom-
mend you to have the entire airbag sys-
tem inspected by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Side airbag system E00407600055
The side airbags (A) are contained in the driver and
front passenger seatbacks.
The
side airbag is designed to inflate only on the
side of the vehicle that is impacted, even with no
passenger in the front seat. The label shown here is attached to the seatbacks
with a side airbag.
Curtain airbag system
E00409100038
The curtain airbags are contained in the front pil-
lars
and roof side rail. The curtain airbag is de-
signed to inflate only on the side of the vehicle that
is impacted, even with no passenger in the front
seat or second seat. Seat and seat belts
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SRS warning lamp
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There
is a Supplemental Restraint System (“SRS”)
warning lamp on the instrument panel. The system
checks itself and the lamp tells you if there is a prob-
lem. When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “START” position, the warning lamp
should illuminate for several seconds and then
should go out. This means the system is ready. If
an SRS airbag or pretensioner seat belt is not oper-
ating properly, the warning lamp comes on and
stays on.
The SRS warning lamp is shared by the following:
l Driver’s airbag
l Front passenger’s airbag
l Side airbags
l Curtain airbags
l Seat belt pretensioners
l Driver’s seat position sensor
l Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch WARNING
l If
any of the following conditions occur,
the SRS and/or seat belt pretensioners
are not working properly, and we recom-
mend you to have it inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point immediately. • The SRS warning lamp does not illu-minate when you start the vehicle.
• The SRS warning lamp does not go out after several seconds.
• The SRS warning lamp illuminates while driving.
SRS servicing E00407900726 WARNING
l We
recommend any maintenance per-
formed on or near the components of the
SRS to be performed by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Improper work on the SRS components
or wiring could result in inadvertent de-
ployment of the airbags, or could render
the SRS inoperative; either situation
could result in serious injury.
l Do not modify your steering wheel, seat
belt retractor or any other SRS compo-
nents. For example, replacement of the
steering wheel, or modifications to the
front bumper or body structure can ad-
versely affect SRS performance and lead
to possible injury. WARNING
l If
your vehicle has sustained any damage,
we recommend you to have the SRS in-
spected to ensure it is in proper working
order.
l Do not modify your front seats, centre pil-
lar and centre console.
It can adversely affect SRS performance
and lead to possible injury.
Also, if you have found any tear or open
seam in the seat fabric at the portion near
the side airbag, we recommend you to
have the seat inspected.
l If you have found any scratch, crack or
damage to the portion of the front and
rear pillars and roof side rail, you should
have the SRS inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
NOTE l When
you transfer ownership of the vehicle
to some other person, we urge you to alert
the new owner that it is equipped with the
SRS and refer the new owner to the applica-
ble section in this owner’s manual.
l If you junk or scrap the vehicle, we urge you
to first take the vehicle to a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point so that
the SRS can be rendered safe. Seat and seat belts
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Turn/Lane-change signals
E00506501156
The
turn-signal lamps flash when the switch is op-
erated (with the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion). At the same time, the turn signal indicator
flashes. 1- Turn-signals
When
making a normal turn, use position
(1). The lever will return automatically when
cornering is completed.
There are times when the lever will not re-
turn after cornering. This occurs when the
steering wheel is turned only slightly.
In such cases, return the lever by hand.
2- Lane-change signals When changing lanes, use position (2). It
will return to the neutral position when re-
leased.
NOTE l If the lamp flashes unusually quickly, the
bulb in a turn-signal lamp may have burned
out. We recommend you to have the vehicle
inspected. l
It
is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On a vehicle equipped with a Multi Display
Station (MDS), the functions can be adjusted
on the screen. Refer to the separate operation
manual for details. • Sounding of a buzzer as the turn-signallamps flash.
• Flashing of the turn-signal lamps and the indication lamp in the meter when the lev-
er is operated with the ignition switch in
the “ACC” position. Hazard warning flasher switch
E00506600567
Use
the hazard warning flasher switch when the ve-
hicle has to be parked on the road for any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be operat-
ed, regardless of the position of the ignition key.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flash-
ers; push the switch again to turn them off.
When this switch is operated, all turn-signal lamps
flash continuously, as do the turn-signal indication
lamps in the instrument cluster. NOTE
l If
the lamps are kept flashing for a long time,
the battery will be discharged, resulting in
hard engine starting or no start condition. Instruments and controls
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l
When cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow, use a soft cloth and wipe gently along
the heater wires, being careful not to damage
the wires.
l Do not allow objects to touch the inside of
the rear window glass, damaged or broken
wires may result. Horn switch
E00508000099
Pressing the
“ ”
mark on the steering wheel, cau-
ses the horn to sound. Instruments and controls
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Economical driving.......................................................................4-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs
........................................................... 4-02
Safe driving techniques ................................................................ 4-03
Running-in recommendations
.......................................................4-03
Parking brake................................................................................ 4-04
Parking.......................................................................................... 4-05
Steering wheel height adjustment .................................................4-06
Inside rear-view mirror ................................................................. 4-06
Outside rear-view mirrors ............................................................. 4-07
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 4-08
Steering wheel lock ...................................................................... 4-10
Starting..........................................................................................4-10
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)* .................................................... 4-12
Manual transmission* ................................................................... 4-13
Automatic transmission INVECS-II Sports Mode 4A/T (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control
System II)*............................................................................... 4-15
Braking......................................................................................... 4-20
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................................... 4-21
Power steering system.................................................................. 4-23
Active stability control (ASC)* .................................................... 4-23
Auto-speed (cruise) control* ........................................................ 4-25
Corner sensor system*.................................................................. 4-29
Cargo loads................................................................................... 4-32
Trailer towing ............................................................................... 4-34Starting and driving
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Steering wheel height adjustment
E00600700121
To
adjust the steering wheel height, release the tilt
lock lever while holding the steering wheel by
hand, and raise or lower the steering wheel to the
desired height.
After adjustment, securely lock the lever by pulling
it upward. 1- Locked
2-
Release WARNING
l After
adjusting to the desired height,
check to be sure that the lever is locked.
l Do not attempt to adjust the steering
wheel while you are driving the vehicle.
l When releasing the tilt lock lever, move it
to the release position (2) and hold the
steering wheel by hand to prevent it fall-
ing to the lowest position. Inside rear-view mirror
E00600800425
Adjust
the rear-view mirror only after making any
seat adjustments so you have a clear view to the
rear of the vehicle. WARNING
l Do
not attempt to adjust the rear-view
mirror while driving. This can be danger-
ous.
Always adjust the mirror before driving.
Adjust the rear-view mirror to maximize the view
through the rear window.
To adjust the vertical mirror position
It
is possible to move the mirror up and down to ad-
just its position. To reduce the glare
The
lever (A) at the bottom of the mirror can be
used to adjust the mirror to reduce the glare from
the headlamps of vehicles behind you during night
driving. 1- Normal
2-
Anti-glare Starting and driving
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The mirrors can be extended and retracted for 30
seconds
after the ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position.
Either the mirror switch in the cabin or the remote
controller of the keyless entry system (if so equip-
ped) can be used.
For information on the keyless entry system, refer
to page 1-04.
NOTE
l It is also possible to fold and return the mir-
rors by hand.
l When freezing has occurred and mirrors fail
to operate as intended, please refrain from re-
peated pushing of the retractor switch as this
action can result in burn-out of the mirror mo-
tor circuits.
Automatic extension of mirrors
If the engine is stopped and started with the mirrors
retracted, the mirrors automatically extend for safe-
ty when the vehicle speed reaches 30 km/h
(19 mph).
NOTE l If the mirrors are retracted manually or using
the mirror switch after the engine is started,
they do not extend automatically. Use the mir-
ror switch to extend the mirrors, or turn the
ignition switch to the “LOCK” position to ac-
tivate the automatic extension function. Heated mirror*
E00601200442
When
the rear window demister switch is pressed,
the outside rear-view mirrors are demisted or de-
frosted. Current will flow through the heater ele-
ment inside the mirrors, thus clearing away frost or
condensation.
The indication lamp (C) will illuminate while the
demister is on. The heater will be turned off auto-
matically in about 20 minutes. Ignition switch
E00601401731 LOCK
The
engine is stopped and the steering wheel
locked. The key can be inserted and removed only
when the switch is in this position.
ACC
The engine is stopped, but the electrical devices
such as the radio and cigarette lighter can be operat-
ed.
ON
The engine is running, and all the vehicle’s electri-
cal devices can be operated.
START
The starter motor operates. After the engine has star-
ted, release the key and it will automatically return
to the “ON” position. Starting and driving
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Steering wheel lock
E00601500083To lock
Remove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To unlock
Turn
the key to the “ACC” position while moving
the steering wheel slightly. CAUTION
l
Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.
NOTE l If
the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft
lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn
the key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmly
turn the steering wheel to the left or to the
right as you turn the key. Starting
E00601600941
Tips for starting l Do
not operate the starter motor continuous-
ly longer than 10 seconds; doing so could
run down the battery. If the engine does not
start, turn the ignition switch back to
“LOCK” position, wait a few seconds, and
then try again.
Trying repeatedly with the starter motor still
turning will damage the starter mechanism.
l If the engine cannot be started because the
battery is weak or dead, refer to the “Emer-
gency starting” section for instructions on
starting the engine.
l The engine is well warmed up if the coolant
temperature gauge needle starts to move (the
engine speed decreases). Extended warming-
up operation will result in excessive fuel con-
sumption. WARNING
l Never
run the engine in a closed or poor-
ly ventilated area any longer than is nee-
ded to move your vehicle in or out of the
area. Carbon monoxide gases are odour-
less and can be fatal. CAUTION
l
Never
attempt to start the engine by push-
ing or pulling the vehicle. Especially in
the A/T, since the structure is different
from a M/T, it is not possible to start the
engine by using this technique. Never at-
tempt this or it could damage the A/T.
l Do not run the engine at high rpm or
drive the vehicle at high speed until the en-
gine has had a chance to warm up.
l Release the ignition key as soon as the en-
gine starts to avoid damaging the starter
motor.
l If your vehicle is equipped with a turbo-
charger, do not stop the engine immedi-
ately after high-speed or uphill driving.
First allow the engine to idle to give the
turbocharger a chance to cool down.
Starting the engine (petrol-powered ve-
hicles) E00601701239
This vehicles is equipped with an electronically con-
trolled
fuel injection system which is automatically
controlled. When starting the engine, do not de-
press the accelerator pedal.
Normal conditions
The starting procedure is as follows: 1. Insert the ignition key and fasten the seat belt.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
4. Fully depress the clutch pedal (M/T).
5. On vehicles with M/T, place the gearshift lev-er in the “N” (Neutral) position. Starting and driving
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