2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION engine

Features and controls
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3 Power steering system
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The power steering system has mechanical steering capability
in case the power assist is lost. If the hydraulic pressure is
interrupted for some reason (such as engine stalling), you will
still be able to steer your vehicle.
If the power assist is lost, you will notice it takes much more
effort to steer and that there is much more “free play” in the
steering wheel. If this happens, take your vehicle to an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
Cruise control
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Cruise control is an automatic speed control system that keeps
a set speed. It can be activated at speeds from about 25 mph
(40 km/h). Cruise control does not work at speeds below about
25 mph (40 km/h).NOTE

Cruise control may not be able to keep your speed on
uphills or downhills.


Your speed may decrease on a steep uphill. You may use
the accelerator pedal if you want to stay at your set speed.


Your speed may increase to more than the set speed on a
steep downhill. You have to use the brake to control your
speed. As a result, the set speed driving is deactivated.
WA R N I N G
!

Never turn off the engine while the vehicle is mov-
ing, or your ability to steer the vehicle may be seri-
ously reduced.CAUTION
!

Do not leave the steering wheel turned all the way in
one direction. This can cause damage to the power
steering system.
CAUTION
!

When you do not wish to drive at a set speed, turn
off the cruise control for safety.


Do not use cruise control when driving conditions
will not allow you to stay at the same speed, such as
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy,
snow-covered, wet, slippery, on a steep downhill
slope.


On vehicles with manual transaxle, do not move the
gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position while
driving at a set speed without depressing the clutch
pedal. The engine will run too fast and might be
damaged.
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To activate
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1. With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, press the
“ON OFF” switch (A) to turn on the cruise control. The
“CRUISE” indicator light in the meter cluster will come
on.
NOTE

If the cruise control is on when the ignition switch is
turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” position, cruise control will
be on automatically the next time you start the engine.
The “CRUISE” indicator light will also be on.


If the battery voltage is insufficient, the memory data for
the cruise control may be erased.
As a result, the “CRUISE” indicator light may not come
on when you restart the engine.
If this happens, press the “ON OFF” switch once again to
turn on the cruise control.
2. Confirm that the Twin Clutch SST control mode is set to
“Normal”.
Refer to “Twin Clutch SST control mode” on page 3-102.
NOTE

The cruising speed cannot be set when the Twin Clutch
SST control mode is set to “Sport” mode or “S-Sport”
mode.
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The set speed driving is deactivated automatically in any of the
following ways.

When you depress the clutch pedal (on vehicles with man-
ual transaxle).


When your speed slows to about 10 mph (15 km/h) or
more below the set speed because of a hill, etc.


When your speed slows to about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
less.


When the Twin Clutch SST control mode is set to “Sport”
mode.
Refer to “Twin Clutch SST control mode” on page 3-102.


When the active stability control (ASC) starts operating.
Refer to “Active stability control (ASC)” on page 3-127.Also, the set speed driving may be deactivated as follow:


When the engine speed rises and approaches the tachome-
ter’s red zone (the red-colored part of the tachometer dial).
WA R N I N G
!

On vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, although the set
speed driving will be deactivated when shifting to
the “N” (NEUTRAL) position, never move the gear-
shift lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while
driving.
You would have no engine braking and could cause
a serious accident.
CAUTION
!

When the set speed driving is deactivated automati-
cally in any situation other than those listed above,
there may be a system malfunction.
Press the “ON OFF” switch to turn off the cruise
control and have your vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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NOTE

In addition, the warning display is displayed on the infor-
mation screen in the multi-information display.
CAUTION
!

If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
does not illuminate when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position, it means that the tire
pressure monitoring system is not working properly.
Have the system inspected by an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer.
In such situations, a malfunctioning of the system
may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pres-
sure. Avoid sudden braking, sharp turning and
high-speed driving.


If a malfunction is detected in the tire pressure mon-
itoring system, the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light will blink for approximately 1 minute
and then remain continuously illuminated. The
warning light will issue further warnings each time
the engine is restarted as long as the malfunction
exists.
Check to see whether the warning light goes off after
few minutes driving.
If it then goes off during driving, there is no prob-
lem.
However, if the warning light does not go off, or if it
blinks again when the engine is restarted, have the
vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
In such situations, a malfunctioning of the system
may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pres-
sure. For safety reasons, when the warning light
appears while driving, avoid sudden braking, sharp
turning and high-speed driving.
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Tachometer
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The tachometer shows engine revolutions per minute. This
allows the driver to determine the most efficient shift position
(manual transaxle) or (Twin Clutch SST) and engine speed
combinations.
This gauge also assists in evaluating engine performance.
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CAUTION
!

The red zone indicates an engine speed beyond the
range of safe operation.
Select the correct shift position (manual transaxle)
or (Twin Clutch SST) to control the engine speed so
that the tachometer indicator does not enter the red
zone
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3 Multi-information display
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The multi-information display displays warnings, the odometer/trip odometer, service reminder, engine coolant temperature, fuel
remaining, outside temperature, Twin Clutch SST control mode, S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) control mode, gearshift lever
position, average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, average speed, S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) operation
display, instrument brightness, etc.
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and units used on the multi-information display.
With ignition switch in the
“OFF” positionWith ignition switch in the “ON”
position (Twin Clutch SST)With ignition switch in the “ON”
position (manual transaxle)
1- “!” Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position) →P. 3 - 1 5 3
2- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” posi-
tion) → P.3-154
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF”
position) → P.3-156
3- Door ajar warning display screen (With ignition switch in
the “OFF” position) → P.3-157
4- S-AWC control mode display screen → P.3-159
5- Outside temperature display screen → P.3-1676- “!” Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position) → P.3-159
7- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion) → P.3-160
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON”
position) → P. 3 - 1 6 5
8- Fuel remaining display screen → P.3-167
9- Twin Clutch SST control mode display screen (if so
equipped) → P. 3 - 1 6 7
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Odometer/Trip odometerThe operation method is the same as when the ignition switch
is in the “OFF” position.
For further details, refer to “Odometer/Trip odometer” on page
3-155.Service reminderShows the distance and number of months until the next peri-
odic inspection.
Refer to “Service reminder” on page 3-168.Engine coolant temperature displayShows the engine coolant temperature.
If the coolant becomes hot, “ ” will blink.
Pay careful attention to the engine coolant temperature display
while you are driving.
Driving range displayShows the approximate driving range (how many more miles
or kilometers you can drive). When this driving range falls
below 30 miles (50 km), “---” is displayed.
Refuel as soon as possible.NOTE

The driving range is determined based on the fuel con-
sumption data. This may vary depending on the driving
conditions and habits. Treat the distance displayed as just
a rough guideline.


When you refuel, the driving range display is updated.
However, if you only add a small amount of fuel, the cor-
rect value will not be displayed. Fill to a full tank when-
ever possible.


When your vehicle is stopped on an extremely steep hill,
the driving range value may, change. This is due to the
movement of fuel in the tank and does not indicate any
breakdown.


The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(miles or km).
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
CAUTION
!

If the engine is overheating, “ ” will blink. In this
case, the bar graph is on the red zone. Immediately
park the vehicle in a safe place and take the required
measures. Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 6-
6.
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Features and controls
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3 Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list
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Indicator and warning light list
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Type 1 Type 21- Position indicator → P. 3 - 1 9 5
2- High beam indicator → P.3-195
3- Charging system warning light → P.3-197
4- Turn signal indicator/hazard warning light → P.3-195
5- Front fog light indicator → P.3-195
6- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-124, 3-125
7- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P.3-142
8- Brake warning light → P.3-195
9- Cruise control indicator → P.3-135
10- Seat belt reminder/warning light → P.2-16
11- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light → P. 2 -
4212- Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”
or “Check engine light”) → P.3-196
13- Active Stability Control (ASC) indicator → P.3-129
14- Information screen display list → P.3-184
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