2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION transmission

Features and controls
3-111
3
Passing acceleration
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To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) position (when
passing another vehicle) push the accelerator to the floor if it is
safe to do so in traffic conditions. The Twin Clutch SST will
automatically downshift.NOTE

In manual shift, downshifts do not take place when the
accelerator is depressed all the way to the floor.
Uphill/downhill driving
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DRIVING UPHILL
The Twin Clutch SST may not upshift to a higher shift position
if the computer determines the current speed cannot be main-
tained once a higher shift position is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you release the throttle
while climbing a steep grade, the Twin Clutch SST may not
upshift. This is normal, as the computer is temporarily prevent-
ing shifting. After reaching the top of the hill, normal shift
function will resume.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When traveling down steep grades, the computer may automat-
ically select a lower shift position. This function assists engine
braking efforts, reducing the need for using the service brakes.
CAUTION
!

Do not use the tendency of the vehicle to creep for-
ward in order to drive at low speeds up hills.
The transmission may be damaged and an accident
may occur due to the following conditions. The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature will rise
and can cause transmission damage.
 If the vehicle is continuously driven at low speeds
using the tendency of the vehicle to creep forward,
the vehicle will vibrate or the warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-
information display to alert the driver that the
Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature has risen.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid tempera-
ture rises even higher, the transmission protection
control will operate.
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as
if the gearshift lever was in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position and cause an accident.
If the warning display appears or the transmis-
sion protection control operates, refer to “When
warning display is showing” on page 3-98.
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3-112 Features and controls
3
Waiting
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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle
can be left in gearshift lever position and held stationary with
the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running, place the
gearshift lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and apply the
parking brake, while holding the vehicle stationary with the
service brake.
Prior to moving off after having stopped the vehicle, make sure
that the gearshift lever is in “D” (DRIVE) position or manual
shift position.
CAUTION
!

Do not rev the engine unnecessarily while the vehicle
is stationary. Unexpected acceleration may occur if
the gearshift lever is in a position other than “P”
(PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).


Do not keep the vehicle in a stopped position on an
uphill slope by depressing the accelerator pedal
instead of the brake pedal.
The transmission may be damaged and an accident
may occur due to the following conditions. The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature will rise
and can cause transmission damage.
 If the vehicle is kept in a stopped position by
depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the
brake pedal, the vehicle will vibrate or the
warning display will appear on the information
screen in the multi-information display to alert the
driver that the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature
has risen.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid tempera-
ture rises even higher, the transmission protection
control will operate.
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as
if the gearshift lever was in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position and cause an accident.
If the warning display appears or the transmis-
sion protection control operates, refer to “When
warning display is showing” on page 3-98.CAUTION
!
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4-8 Driving safety
4


Curb weight: the weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant.


Accessory weight: the combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as factory- installed equipment
(whether installed or not).


Vehicle capacity weight: the rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg)* times the vehicle’s designated seat-
ing capacity.


Production options weight: the combined weight of those
installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs
(2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride level-
ers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.


Normal occupant weight: 150 lbs (68 kg)* times the num-
ber of specified occupants. (In your vehicle the number is
3)


Occupant distribution: distribution of occupants in a vehi-
cle as specified. (In your vehicle the distribution is 2 in
front, 1 in second row seat)
Tire and loading information placard
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The tire and loading information placard is located on the
driver’s door sill.
*: 150 lbs (68 kg) is the weight of one person as defined by
U.S.A. and Canadian regulations.
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Comfort controls
5-97
5 General information about your radio
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Your vehicle’s radio receives both AM and FM stations.
The quality of your reception is affected by distance, obstacles,
and signal interference.Signal transmissionFM signals do not follow the earth surface nor are they
reflected by the upper atmosphere. For this reason, FM broad-
casts cannot be received over long distances. AM signals fol-
low the earth’s surface and are reflected by the upper
atmosphere. For this reason, AM broadcasts can be received
over longer distances.
Weak reception (fading)Because of the limited range of FM signals and the way FM
waves transmit, you may experience weak or fading FM recep-
tion. When the broadcast is blocked by mountains or similar
obstructions, reception can be disturbed.ReflectionThe reason why one can hear FM but not AM in parking
garages, under bridges etc., is that FM signals, unlike AM sig-
nals, are reflected by solid objects such as buildings, etc.
Because FM signals are easily reflected by buildings, this can
also cause reception disturbances.
The direct signal from the broadcast station reaches the antenna
slightly before the reflected signal. This time difference may
cause some reception disturbance or flutter.
This problem occurs primarily in urban areas.
FM AM
25 to 40 mile radius
(40 to 64 km)100 mile radius
(160 km)
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7
Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 10
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 13
Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission
(Twin Clutch SST) fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . .7- 14
Transfer oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Rear axle oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
AWC control fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . .7- 16
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 28
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Parking brake lever stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29Parking brake break-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 30
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 30
Emission-control system maintenance . . . . . . . . . 7- 31
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 34
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 36
Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 37
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 37
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 46
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 72
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 72
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 74
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7-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission
(Twin Clutch SST) fluid
(if so equipped)
N00938000554
The Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission (Twin Clutch
SST) should be maintained and serviced by an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to
obtain the best performance and longest life. It is important that
the transmission fluid is kept at the correct level. Fluid typeUse only Mitsubishi DiaQueen SSTF-I to ensure optimum
transmission performance. Special additives Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not recommend the addi-
tion of any fluid additives to the transmission.
Transfer oil
N00938400141
Whenever the transfer oil level is checked, add oil as necessary
to maintain the proper level. Fill or change the oil according to
the table.Oil type
CAUTION
!

Using the improper transmission fluid may damage
the transaxle.
Lubricant DiaQueen LSD gear oil or equivalent
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Alphabetical index
6AM/FM electronically tuned radio with CD player 5-33
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with 6 CD autochanger 5-
52
General information about your radio 5-97
Rain sensor 3-213
Reading light
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-68
Rear axle oil 7-15
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-47
Replacement 7-63
Rear turn signal lights
Bulb capacity 7-47
Replacement 7-63
Rearview mirror
Inside 3-77
Outside 3-79
Refrigerant (air conditioning) 9-9
Replacement of light bulbs 7-46
Replacing tires and wheels 7-24
Reporting Safety Defects 8-3
Rheostat 3-150
Roof antenna 5-94
,5-95
S
Safe driving techniques 4-4
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) 3-117
ACD (Active center differential system) 3-117AYC (Active yaw control system) 3-118
Seat 2-2
Arm rest 2-7
Front seats 2-3
Head restraints 2-8
Heated seats 2-6
Rear seats 2-7
Seats and restraint systems 2-3
Seat belt 2-11
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor 2-17
Child restraints 2-21
Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning 2-16
Force limiter 2-21
Front passenger seat belt warning light 2-17
Maintenance and inspection 2-32
Pre-tensioner 2-19
Seat belt extender 2-18
Seat belt instructions 2-12
Seat belt use during pregnancy 2-19
Service brake 3-131
Service precautions 7-2
Snow tires 7-28
Spark plugs 7-32
Speedometer 3-148
SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission) 3-93
Starting
Flooded engine 3-33
,3-41
,3-87
Steering
Power steering fluid 7-17
,9-9
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Alphabetical index
8Turbocharger operation 3-89
Turn signal light
Indicators 3-195
Lever 3-208
Turn signal lights
Bulb capacity 7-47
Twin Clutch SST
Fluid 7-14
,9-9
Gearshift lever operation 3-94
Gearshift lever position display 3-96
Manual shift 3-104
Manual shift display 3-110
Twin Clutch SST control mode display 3-104
Twin Clutch SST control mode switch 3-103
Warning display 3-98
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission) 3-93
V
Vanity mirror 3-253
Vehicle care precautions 7-72
Vehicle dimensions 9-5
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle preparation before driving 4-3
Vehicle weights 9-6
Vents 5-2
W
Warning lights 3-195
WasherFluid 7-16
,9-9
Switch 3-217
Waxing 7-75
Weights 9-6
Wheel
Specification 9-8
Wiper
Rain sensor 3-213
Windshield 3-211
Wiper blades 7-30
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