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4-6 Driving safety
4
NOTEAs your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitor-
ing system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation
pressure sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire
replacement should, therefore, be performed only by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
If you use new wheels with new tire inflation pressure
sensors, their ID codes must be programmed into the tire
pressure monitoring system. Refer to “Whenever the tires
and wheels are replaced with new ones” on page 3-156.
Braking
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All the parts of the brake system are critical to safety. Have the
vehicle serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or
a repair facility of your choice at regular intervals according to
the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.When brakes are wetCheck the brake system while driving at a low speed immedi-
ately after starting, especially when the brakes are wet, to con-
firm they work normally.
A film of water can be formed on the brake discs or brake
drums and prevent normal braking after driving in heavy rain
or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed. If this
occurs, dry the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal.When driving in cold weatherOn snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making
the brakes less effective. While driving in such conditions, pay
close attention to preceding and following vehicles and to the
condition of the road surface. From time to time, lightly
depress the brake pedal and check how effective the brakes are.When driving downhillIt is important to take advantage of the engine braking by shift-
ing to a lower gear while driving on steep downhill roads in
order to prevent the brakes from overheating.
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Driving safety
4-7
4 Parking
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Parking on a hillWhen parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the
curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.For vehicles with manual transaxlePlace the gearshift lever into the “R” (Reverse) position when
parking on a downhill slope, into the 1st position when parking
on an uphill slope.For vehicles with continuously variable transmission
(CVT) or Twin Clutch SSTBe sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and
that the selector lever (CVT) or gearshift lever (Twin Clutch
SST) is in the “P” (PARK) position.
When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake
before moving the selector lever (CVT) or gearshift lever
(Twin Clutch SST) to the “P” (PARK) position. This prevents
loading the parking brake against the transaxle gear. When this
happens, it is difficult to move the selector lever (CVT) or
gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) out of the “P” (PARK) posi-
tion.
Parking with the engine runningNever leave the engine running while you take a short
sleep/rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or
poorly ventilated place.Where you parkYour front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over curbs
or parking stop blocks. Be careful when traveling up or down
steep slopes where your bumper can scrape the road.When leaving the vehicleWhen leaving the vehicle unattended, always carry the key and
lock all doors.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
WARNING
!Leaving the engine running risks injury or death
from accidentally moving the gearshift lever (man-
ual transaxle or Twin Clutch SST) or the selector
lever (CVT) or from the accumulation of toxic
exhaust fumes in the passenger compartment.
WARNING
!Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible
materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in
contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.
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5
Comfort controls
Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 2
Heater without air conditioning function
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 6
Manual air conditioning with MAX A/C mode
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 12
Manual air conditioning without MAX A/C mode
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 22
Automatic air conditioning with Fahrenheit scale
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 31
Automatic air conditioning with Celsius scale
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 41
Important air conditioning operating tips . . . . . . .5- 51
Air purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 52
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with CD player
(RBDS and MP3 compatible)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 52
AM/FM electronically tuned radio with 6 CD
autochanger (RBDS and MP3 compatible)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 80
To use the external audio input function
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5- 110Steering wheel audio remote control switch
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 112
Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 115
Error codes (SIRIUS Satellite Radio)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 117
Handling of compact discs (CD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 119
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 122
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 124
General information about your radio . . . . . . . . . . 5- 125
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5-112 Comfort controls
5
NOTEThe connected audio equipment cannot be operated with
the vehicle’s audio system.
Depending on the connected audio equipment, it may pro-
duce noise from the speakers.
Use the connected audio equipment’s own power source,
such as its battery.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if the connected
audio equipment is used while charging it using the 12 V
power outlet of the vehicle.
Do not activate the external audio input mode when no
audio equipment is connected.
Otherwise, noise may be produced from the speakers.
Connect audio equipment when the external audio input
mode is deactivated or lower the vehicle’s speaker volume
before connecting it.
Noise may be produced from the speakers if audio equip-
ment is connected after the external audio input mode is
activated.
For information on how to connect and operate the audio
equipment, refer to the owner’s manual for the equipment.
Steering wheel audio remote control switch
(if so equipped)
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The remote control switch is located on the left side of the
steering wheel.
The switch can be operated when the ignition switch is in
either the “ON” or “ACC” position.Type 1
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5
NOTEDo not press multiple buttons at the same time when using
the steering wheel audio remote control switch.To turn on the powerPress the power switch (3) to turn on the power. When the
power is turned on, the last mode used before turning off is dis-
played. To turn off the power, press and hold down the power
switch (3) for about 2 seconds until you hear a beep.
Vo l u m e c o n t r o lVolume up button - 1While the button is pressed, the volume will continue to
increase.Volume down button - 2While the button is pressed, the volume will continue to
decrease.Mode selectionPress the mode selector button (3) to select the desired mode.
The mode changes in the following order.
AM → FM1 → FM2 → (SAT1 → SAT2 → SAT3 → SAT4) →
CD → (RSES) → AMTo listen to the radioPress the mode selector button (3) and select AM or FM mode.Automatic tuningSeek up button - 4 / Seek down button - 5
After pressing one of these buttons, a receivable station will be
automatically selected and reception of the station will begin.Channel selection / Category selection (Vehicles with
satellite radio)Seek up button - 4 / Seek down button - 5
Press the button to select the desired channel.
Pressing down the button for 2 seconds or longer will change
the system to category selection mode. While the button is
pressed, the category will change in order. When you reach the
desired category, release the button.
1- Volume up button
2- Volume down button
3- Power switch/mode selector button
4- Seek up/track up/fast-forward button
5- Seek down/track down/fast-reverse buttonType 2
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6-2 For emergencies
6If the vehicle breaks down
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If your vehicle breaks down on the road, move to the shoulder
and turn on the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder,
or the shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane slowly, with
the hazard lights flashing, until you come to a safe stopping
place. Keep the flashers flashing. If the engine stops/fails If the engine stops, there will be no power assist to the steering
and brakes, making these difficult to use.
The brake booster will not work, so the brakes will not
grip well. The brake pedal will be harder to press than
usual.
Since there is no power steering assist, the steering wheel
will be hard to turn. Turning the steering wheel requires
more effort than usual. When the engine fails at the intersection Get help from your passengers, bystanders, etc. to push the
vehicle and move it to a safe zone.
Jump-starting the engine
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If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or
dead, you can start it with the battery from another vehicle
using jumper cables.
1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch bands or brace-
lets that might make an accidental electrical contact.
2. Position the vehicles close enough together so that the
jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t
touching each other.
WARNING
!When using jumper cables to start a vehicle, follow
the procedures and be very cautious.
CAUTION
!Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or tow-
ing. Vehicles with continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST cannot be started
this way. Pushing or towing a vehicle that has a
manual transaxle may overheat and damage the cat-
alytic converter. Also, there is more risk of an acci-
dent when a vehicle is being pushed or towed.
CAUTION
!Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt bat-
tery. If the other system isn’t 12-volt, both systems
can be damaged.
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For emergencies
6-7
6 Tools and jack
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StorageThe tools and jack are stowed in the trunk.
Tools
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1- Tools
2- Jack
1- Tool bag
2- Bar
3- Wheel nut wrench
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6-8 For emergencies
6
Jack
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Before removing the jack, lift up the luggage floor board.
For front-wheel drive vehicles, pull the luggage floor board (A)
rearward to release the hooks (B), and then lift it up.
To removeTurn the shaft end (1) so that the jack contracts, then remove it
from the storage bracket (C).To s t o r eTurn the shaft end (2) by hand to expand the jack until it is held
firmly in position.
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