2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER trunk release

Features and controls
3-59
3 Trunk lid
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To openOperation from outside the vehicleUsing the key (Vehicles with key cylinder)
Insert the key and turn it clockwise.
The trunk lid will pop up slightly. Lift it to open the trunk.
Using the remote control transmitter (Vehicles with keyless
entry system or F.A.S.T.-key)
Press the trunk button (Vehicles with keyless entry system or
F.A.S.T.-key) or OPEN switch (Vehicles with F.A.S.T.-key).
(See “Keyless entry system” on page 3-9, 3-45 or “Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)” on page 3-16.)
The trunk lid will pop up to slightly. Lift it to open the trunk.
WARNING
!
It is dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open since
carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter the cabin. CO
is an invisible, odorless gas that can cause uncon-
sciousness and even death.
Do not allow children to have access to the trunk,
either by climbing into the trunk from outside or
through the inside of the vehicle. Always close the
trunk lid when your vehicle is unattended. If
trapped in the trunk, it is possible to escape from the
trunk by using the inside emergency trunk release
lever. (See “Inside emergency trunk lid release” on
page 3-62.)
CAUTION
!
Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading
and unloading luggage. Heat from the exhaust could
lead to burns.
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3-60 Features and controls
3
Operation from inside the vehiclePull the trunk lid release lever, located to the left of the driver’s
seat, up to open the trunk.
NOTE
The trunk area light comes on when the trunk lid is
opened, and goes out when it is closed.

The trunk area light remains illuminated for a certain
period and then goes off automatically. Refer to “Interior
light auto-cutout function (dome light and other lights)”
on page 3-277.
CAUTION
!
Do not use the trunk lid release lever while the vehi-
cle is moving. If the trunk lid is opened, objects in
the trunk could fall onto the road and cause an acci-
dent.
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3-62 Features and controls
3Inside emergency trunk lid release
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The emergency trunk lid release is designed to provide a way
to open the trunk lid from inside the trunk. It was developed to
help prevent death and serious injuries to children who might
become locked inside a vehicle trunk.
The emergency trunk lid release lever (see illustration) is
mounted on the trunk lid.
The lever glows in the dark after exposure to sunlight.You and your family should familiarize yourselves with the
location and operation of the emergency trunk lid release lever.
Children should be taught not to play in or around vehicles.
WARNING
!
Children should never be left unsupervised in or
around vehicles.
Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an
open vehicle or trunk.
People trapped inside a vehicle or trunk, even if only
for a short period of time, can quickly die from suf-
focation or heat stroke, especially on hot days. Inte-
rior temperatures in vehicles can rise in minutes.
Keep your vehicle doors locked and the trunk lid
closed when not in use. Keep your vehicle keys away
from children.
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Features and controls
3-63
3
To open the trunk from the inside, move the lever (A) in the
direction of the arrow on the lever. Push up on the trunk lid to
open the trunk and climb out.
Theft-alarm system
(if so equipped)
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The theft-alarm system is designed to provide protection from
unauthorized entry into the vehicle. This system is operated in
three stages: the first is the “armed” stage, the second is the
“alarm” stage, and third is the “disarmed” stage. If triggered,
the system provides both audible and visual alarm signals.Armed stagePark the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as
described below.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
Also, if a key was used to start the engine, remove the key
from the ignition switch.
2. Make sure that the trunk lid is closed.
3. Lock all doors by either the remote control transmitter or
the F.A.S.T.-key.
CAUTION
!
When loading the trunk, place your things so that
they will not touch the emergency trunk lid release
lever when you close the trunk. Otherwise you could
damage the lever and make it unusable.
Arm the system and leave
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Alphabetical index
4Fuel
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel hoses 7-42
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems 1-9
Tank capacity 1-5
,9-11
Fuel selection 1-2
Fuses 7-47
Fusible links 7-46
G
General maintenance 7-43
General vehicle data 9-6
Genuine parts 1-9
Glove compartment 3-279
H
Handling of compact discs 5-119
Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system with
voice 3-237
Hazard warning flasher switch 3-226
Hazard warning lights 3-211
Head restraints 2-10
Headlight leveling switch 3-224
Headlights
Bulb capacity 7-56
Dimmer 3-221
Headlight flasher 3-222
Leveling switch 3-224
Replacement 7-59
Switch 3-217Heater without air conditioning function 5-6
High beam indicator 3-211
Hill start assist (vehicles with Twin Clutch SST) 3-133
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch 7-45
Horn switch 3-236
I
If the vehicle breaks down 6-2
Ignition cables 7-42
Ignition switch 3-24
,3-81
Important facts to know in case of an accident 8-5
Indicators 3-211
Information screen display 3-214
Inside day/night rearview mirror 3-77
Inside emergency trunk lid release 3-62
Interior lights 3-274
J
Jack 6-8
Storage 6-7
Jump-starting the engine 6-2
K
Key reminder buzzer 3-54
Keyless entry system 3-9
Keys 3-2
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