2010 MITSUBISHI GRANDIS stop start

Power steering system
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When
the engine is stopped, the power steering sys-
tem will not function and it will require greater man-
ual effort to operate the steering wheel. Keep this
in mind in particular when towing the vehicle. Nev-
er turn off the engine while driving.
Periodically check the power steering fluid level. CAUTION
l
Do
not hold the steering wheel in the fully
turned position (either left or right), for
longer than 10 seconds.
This can cause damage to the power steer-
ing system. Active stability control (ASC)*
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The

Active Stability Control (ASC) takes overall
control of the anti-lock brake system, traction con-
trol function and stability control function to help
maintain the vehicle’s control and traction. Please
read this section in conjunction with the page on
the anti-lock brake system, traction control func-
tion and stability control function.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ® p. 4-21
Traction control function ® p. 4-23
Stability control function ® p. 4-24 CAUTION
l
Do
not over-rely on the ASC. Even when
the ASC is operating, there are limits to
the system and its ability to maintain con-
trol and traction. Reckless driving may
lead to accidents. Always drive carefully,
taking account of the road conditions.
l 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.
NOTE l 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 dis- tance after starting the engine. l
Some
vibration will be felt in the vehicle
body and a whining sound of a 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
malfunction.
l The ASC does not operate while the ABS
warning lamp is illuminated.
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On slippery surfaces, traction control function pre-
vents

the drive wheels from excessive spinning,
thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a stop-
ped condition. It also provides sufficient driving
force and steering performance as the vehicle turns
at accelerated speeds. CAUTION
l
When
driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy
road, be sure to install snow tyres and
drive the vehicle at moderate speeds.
l 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 function is
turned off.
NOTE l 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 ve-
hicle will then be easier to extricate. Starting and driving
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When climbing or beginning to climb a steep
slope, turn the TCL switch OFF if the trac-
tion control function reduces the engine
speed excessively.
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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 func-
tion, press the TCL switch. To reactivate the trac-
tion control function, press the TCL switch again.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS recommends that the trac-
tion control function normally be kept on. Stability control function
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The stability control function is designed to help
maintain

the vehicle’s control in slippery condi-
tions, or during rapid steering manoeuvres. It
works by controlling the engine output and brake
on each wheel. NOTE
l The

stability control function operates at
speeds of about 30 km/h (19 mph) or higher.
ASC indication lamp, TCL OFF indi-
cation lamp E00612100135
The traction control function and stability control
function share the same indication lamp.
The

indication lamps should illuminate when the ig-
nition 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 il-
luminate when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. indication lamp blinks when the ASC is operat-
ing. indication lamp is illuminated when the trac-
tion control function is off. CAUTION
l
When the indication lamp blinks, ASC
is

operating, 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.
l If a malfunction occurs in the device, the and indication lamps will continu-
ously

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 re-
main
on even after your vehicle is driven
a short distance after starting the engine,
and we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point. Starting and driving
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CAUTION
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If continuous brake control (on a slippery
surface, for example) causes the tempera-
ture of the braking system to increase ex-
cessively, the traction control function
(working by controlling the brake on
each wheel) will be suspended to protect
the braking system. [The traction control
function (working by controlling the en-
gine output) will operate. Normal opera-
tion of the vehicle will not be affected.] At
this time, the indication lamp will
blink

to inform the driver that the trac-
tion control function (working by control-
ling the brake on each wheel) is suspen-
ded. If the vehicle is stopped and the indication lamp goes off, the traction con-
trol

function (working by controlling the
brake on each wheel) will start operating
again.
l 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 control
function may operate, resulting in an acci-
dent. When towing the vehicle with the
front wheels raised, keep the ignition
switch in the “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion. When towing the vehicle with the
rear wheels raised, keep the ignition
switch in the “ACC” position.
Refer to “Towing” on page 6-14. Auto-speed (cruise) control*
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Auto-speed

control is an automatic speed control
system. It lets you keep the same driving speed, auto-
speed control can be used at about 40 km/h
(25 mph) or more. It is especially useful for high-
way driving. Auto-speed control does not work at
speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). A- Main switch
B-
Auto-speed control lever CAUTION
l
For
safety reasons, deactivate auto-speed
control system using the main switch (A)
when you are not using the auto-speed con-
trol system.
(Refer to “To deactivate” on page 4-28.)
l Auto-speed control is not recommended
when driving conditions will not allow
you to stay at the same speed, such as in
heavy traffic or on roads that are wind-
ing, icy, snow-covered, wet, or slippery,
or on a steep downhill. Starting and driving
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The detection areas are within approximately
50
cm (A) from the corner sensors, 100 cm (B)
from the back sensors, and 60 cm (C) or less from
the ground surface, excluding the area approximate-
ly 10 cm (D) from the ground surface. The non-de-
tection areas (E) are within approximately 20 cm
(F) from the bumper. NOTE
l If

the rear bumper has been exposed to an im-
pact, the corner or back sensors may fail and
prevent the system from functioning proper-
ly. We recommend you to have your vehicle
inspected.
l The sensors do not detect objects located in
the area directly below or near the bumper. If
the height of an object is lower than the moun-
ted position of the corner or back sensors,
the sensors may not continue detecting it
even if they detected it initially.
For information on how to change the detection
areas, please refer to “Changing the detection
areas” on page 4-31. CAUTION
l
The
corner sensor system may not oper-
ate properly under the following condi-
tions: • The sensors or surroundings are cov-ered with ice, snow, or mud.
• The sensors are frozen.
• The system receives ultrasonic noise from other sources (the horns of other
vehicles, motorcycle engines, brakes,
radios, pouring rain, splashing water,
tyre chains, etc.).
• The sensors are extremely hot or cold (while the vehicle is parked for a long
period of time under a blazing sun or
in cold weather).
• The vehicle tilts significantly.
• The vehicle is driven on a rough road (with a bumpy, gravel, hilly, or grassy
surface).
• The vehicle is too close to an obstacle.
• The sensors or surroundings have been wiped by hand, or stickers or ac-
cessories have been attached.
l The corner sensor system may not prop-
erly detect the following:
• Objects that are thin, such as wirenets or ropes.
• Objects that absorb sound waves, such as snow.
• Objects that are shaped with a sharp angle.
• Objects with a smooth surface, such as glass.
• Objects that are low, such as kerb- stones. NOTE
l The

buzzer may sound lower than the normal
warning sound when the corner sensor sys-
tem is receiving ultrasonic noise from other
sources, but this is not a malfunction. The buz-
zer will stop sounding and the system will re-
turn to normal operation after the noise is no
longer received.
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To operate the system while the ignition switch is
“ON”,

move the selector lever to the “R” (RE-
VERSE) position on an A/T vehicle, or move the
gearshift lever to the “R” (Reverse) position on a
M/T vehicle. To stop the operation, push the “SO-
NAR” switch. The “SONAR OFF” indication lamp will illumi-
nate

to indicate that the system has stopped operat-
ing. Starting and driving
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It will flash in case there is a malfunction in the sys-
tem.
For details, refer to ““SONAR OFF” indica-
tion lamp” on page 4-32. To return the system to the operating state, push
the

“SONAR” switch again. When the system re-
turns to the operating state, the buzzer sounds once
and the “SONAR OFF” indication lamp turns off.
NOTE
l The “SONAR OFF” indication lamp flashes
once when the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” position.
The warning buzzer sounds when the system de-
tects an obstacle during operation.
NOTE l After pushing the “SONAR” switch, corner
sensor system operation differs according to
the detection area setting. • Setting when towing bar is not equipped
When
the selector lever is moved to the
“R” (REVERSE) position on an A/T ve-
hicle, or the gearshift lever is moved to
the “R” (Reverse) position on a M/T vehi-
cle, the corner sensor system will operate
even if corner sensor system operation
was stopped by pushing the “SONAR”
switch.
• Setting when towing bar is equipped When corner sensor system operation
was stopped by pushing the “SONAR”
switch, the corner sensor system will not
operate until the engine has been stopped
even if the selector lever is moved to the
“R” (REVERSE) position on an A/T ve-
hicle, or the gearshift lever is moved to
the “R” (Reverse) position on a M/T vehi-
cle.
To resume corner sensor system opera-
tion, push the “SONAR” switch or stop
and restart the engine, and then move the
selector lever to the “R” (REVERSE) po-
sition on an A/T vehicle, or the gearshift
lever to the “R” (Reverse) position on a
M/T vehicle.
Warning for obstacles
If there is an obstacle behind the vehicle, a warning
buzzer sounds to indicate the distance between the
vehicle and the obstacle. Corner sensor Vehicle to obstacle dis-
tance Warning sound cycle
Approx. 50 to 40 cm Intermittent
Approx. 40 to 25 cm Fast intermittent
Within approx. 25 cm Continuous Back sensor (vehicles without a towing bar)
Vehicle to obstacle dis-
tance Warning sound cycle
Approx. 150 to 80 cm Intermittent Approx. 80 to 40 cm Fast intermittent
Within approx. 40 cm Continuous Back sensor (vehicles with a towing bar)
Vehicle to obstacle dis-
tance Warning sound cycle
Approx. 150 to 120 cm Intermittent Approx. 120 to 60 cm Fast intermittentWithin approx. 60 cm Continuous CAUTION
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The distances given are to be used for ref-
erence

only, as errors may be caused by
various factors, such as temperature, hu-
midity, or the shape of the obstacles.
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The detection areas can be changed as follows: Starting and driving
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Vehicles with a towing bar
While
the operation of the system is stopped at the
SONAR switch, push the SONAR switch approxi-
mately 3 seconds or more, and release it. The buz-
zer sounds twice to indicate that the detection area
has been changed.
Vehicles without a towing bar
While the operation of the system is stopped at the
SONAR switch, push the SONAR switch approxi-
mately 3 seconds or more, and release it. The buz-
zer sounds once to indicate that the detection area
has been changed.
NOTE
l The detection area will not change if you
keep the SONAR switch pushed for 10 sec-
onds or more. “SONAR OFF” indication lamp
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In
case there is a malfunction in the corner sensor
system, the “SONAR OFF” indication lamp will
flash and the warning buzzer will sound for approx-
imately 5 seconds. Even after the buzzer has stop-
ped sounding, the indication lamp will continue
flashing until the system reverts to the normal
state. We recommend you to have your vehicle in-
spected. Cargo loads
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Cargo loads precautions CAUTION
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Do
not load cargo or luggage higher than
the top of the seatback. Be sure that your
cargo or luggage cannot move once your
vehicle is moving.
Having either the rear view blocked, or
your cargo being thrown inside the cabin
if you suddenly have to brake can cause a
serious accident or injury.
l Load heavy cargo or luggage in the front
of the vehicle. If the load in the back of
the vehicle is too heavy, steering may be-
come unstable.
Loading a roof carrier* Starting and driving
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NOTE
l When
the mode selection dial or the blower
speed selection dial is set to the “AUTO” po-
sition again after manual operation, the air se-
lection switch will also be automatically con-
trolled.
Air conditioning switch E00703500785
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compres-
sor

will turn on. The air conditioning indication
lamp (A) will come on. Push the switch again and the air conditioning com-
pressor

will stop and the indication lamp (A) goes
off. CAUTION
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When
using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as the
air conditioning compressor is switched
on/off automatically. While the vehicle
with an A/T is stationary, fully depress
the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle
from creeping.
NOTE l If

a problem is detected in the air condition-
ing system, the air conditioning operation in-
dication lamp (A) blinks. Press the air condi-
tioning switch once to turn it off, then once
more to turn it back on. If the air condition-
ing operation indication lamp (A) does not
blink for a while, there is nothing wrong. If it
starts to blink again, we recommend you to
have it checked.
l Sometimes, for example after using a high-
pressure car wash, the condenser can get wet,
and the operation indication lamp (A) blinks
temporarily. In this case there is nothing
wrong. Wait a while, press the air condition-
ing switch once to turn the system off, then
once more to turn it back on. Once the water
evaporates, the blinking will stop. Operating the system in automatic
mode
E00704100557 In normal conditions, use the system in the AUTO
mode and follow these procedures:
1. Set

the blower speed selection dial to the “AU-
TO” position.
2. Select the temperature control dial to the de- sired temperature. The temperature can be
set within a range of 15 to 29. The tempera-
ture will gradually increase as the dial is
turned to the right.
3. Set the mode selection dial to the “AUTO” position.
4. Push the air conditioning switch to operate the air conditioning. When the air condition-
ing operates, the indication lamp ( ) in the
dial will come on.
The

outlet port (except “ ”),
recirculation/out-
side air select and blower speed, and ON/OFF of
air conditioning will be controlled automatically.
To stop the system, turn the blower speed selection
dial to the “OFF” position. For pleasant driving
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Rear heater*/Rear cooler*
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The
rear heater/rear cooler can only be used while
the engine is running.
NOTE
l Cooling with rear cooler is not possible
when the front air conditioning (cooling and
dehumidifying functions) is not operating.
Be sure to activate the front air conditioning
(cooling and dehumidifying functions) be-
fore activating the rear air conditioning.
When the front air conditioning is not operat-
ing, only fan operation without cooling is pos-
sible.
Control panel E00720000017A- OFF switch
B-
Blower speed selection switch Blower speed selection switch
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Rear heater
When

the blower speed selection switch is pressed,
the heater starts operating. When the OFF switch
(A) is pressed, it stops.
The indication lamp (B) for the selected blower
speed illuminates.
Rear cooler
When the blower speed selection switch is pressed,
the cooler (cooling and dehumidifying functions)
starts operating. When the OFF switch (A) is press-
ed, it stops.
The indication lamp (B) for the selected blower
speed illuminates. NOTE
l The blower speed is memorized when the en-
gine is shut down.
If

the battery is disconnected and reconnec-
ted, however, the memory is erased and the
blower speed is automatically set to the
“OFF” position. Rear automatic air conditioning*
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The

air conditioning can only be used while the en-
gine is running.
While the front air conditioning is on, rear air con-
ditioning is also possible.
NOTE
l Cooling is not possible when the front air con-
ditioning (cooling and dehumidifying func-
tions) is not operating. Be sure to activate the
front air conditioning (cooling and dehumidi-
fying functions) before activating the rear air
conditioning.
When the front air conditioning is not operat-
ing, only fan operation without cooling is pos-
sible.
Control panel E00706000055 A- Temperature control lever
B-
OFF switch
C- AUTO switch
D- Blower speed selection switch For pleasant driving
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