2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK Owners Manual

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Warning activation
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With the F.A.S.T.-key, warnings are given through buzzers and
displays on the information screen in the multi-information
display in order to prevent mistaken operations or vehicle theft.
When a warning operates, be sure to check the vehicle and the
F.A.S.T.-key. A warning is also displayed if there is a problem
in the F.A.S.T.-key.
CAUTION
!

If the engine is stopped while driving, the power
brake booster will stop functioning and greater
effort for braking will be required. Also, the power
steering system will not function and it will require
greater effort to manually steer the vehicle.


Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” or
“ACC” position for a long time when the engine is
not running. Doing so could lead to a dead battery.


Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position when the engine is running. It will damage
the starter motor.
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If the following warning displays, contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer.
If the following warning display, the display goes off if correc-
tive action is taken.

The ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle cannot
be verified


A door or the rear hatch cannot be locked even when the
LOCK switch is pressed
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2There is a problem in the F.A.S.T.-key
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Someone may be carrying a F.A.S.T.-key with a
different ID code, or the F.A.S.T.-key may not be
within the operating range
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring sys-
tem” on page 3-28.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Key lock-in prevention system” on page
3-28.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Door ajar prevention system” on page 3-
29.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Ignition switch turn-off reminder sys-
tem” on page 3-29.
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F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK
(PUSH OFF)”, and a door is opened and the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment so that the ID codes
of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle can no longer be verified,
the warning display is displayed and the buzzer sounds 4 times
as a warning.NOTE

The F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system does not
function if the F.A.S.T.-key is removed through a window
without opening a door. This setting can be changed.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.


The warning may display even if the F.A.S.T.-key is in the
operating range for starting the engine. The surrounding
environment or electromagnetic waves may make it
impossible to verify the ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and
vehicle.
Key lock-in prevention system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” posi-
tion, the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the passenger compartment, all
the doors and the rear hatch are closed, and someone tries to
lock the vehicle by pressing the LOCK switch of the doors and
the rear hatch, the warning display is displayed and the buzzer
sounds for about 3 seconds as a warning, and the doors and the
rear hatch cannot be locked.
If all the doors and the rear hatch are manually locked and
closed while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH
OFF)” position and the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the car, the doors
and the rear hatch will automatically unlock and a buzzer will
sound for about 3 seconds.
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Door ajar prevention system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” posi-
tion, and someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the
LOCK switch of the doors and the rear hatch while one of the
doors or the rear hatch is not fully closed, the warning display
is displayed and the buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds as a
warning, and the doors and the rear hatch cannot be locked.
Ignition switch turn-off reminder system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK
(PUSH OFF)”, all the doors and the rear hatch are closed, and
someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the LOCK switch
of the doors and the rear hatch, the warning display is dis-
played and the buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds as a warning,
and the doors and the rear hatch cannot be locked.
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Steering wheel lock
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To l o c kTurn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To unlockTurn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position while moving
the steering wheel slightly.
NOTE

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the ignition switch
from “LOCK” to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steer-
ing wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the ignition
switch.
Starting
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Tips for starting

Do not operate the starter motor for longer than 15 sec-
onds as this could run the battery down or damage the
starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn the ignition
switch back to the “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds,
and then try again. Trying repeatedly with the engine or
starter motor still turning will damage the starter mecha-
nism.


If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 6-
2 for instructions.


A longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar
graph of the engine coolant temperature display starts to
move. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-180.


On vehicles equipped with the Twin Clutch SST, the fol-
lowing may occur after the engine is started, but they do
not indicate an abnormality.
 You may hear operational sounds of the Twin Clutch
SST and you may feel vibration in the vehicle body.
CAUTION
!

Carry the key with you when leaving the vehicle.


If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the ignition
switch to the “ACC” position to unlock the steering
wheel.
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 If you shift the gearshift lever into the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position and depress the accelerator pedal, increases in
the engine speed will be limited.
WA R N I N G
!

Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle
out of the area. Carbon monoxide gas, which is
odorless and extremely poisonous, could build up
and cause serious injury or death.CAUTION
!

Do not push-start the vehicle.


Do not run the engine at high rpms or drive at high
speeds until the engine has had a chance to warm
up.


Release the ignition switch as soon as the engine
starts. Otherwise, the starter motor will be dam-
aged.
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Starting the engineYour vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system. This is a system that automatically controls
fuel injection. There is usually no need to depress the accelera-
tor pedal when starting the engine.
The starter motor should not be run for more than 15 seconds at
a time.
To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts
to restart the engine.
Normal conditions
To start your vehicle:
Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fas-
tened.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
2. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).NOTE

For models equipped with a manual transaxle, the starter
will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(Clutch interlock). This is a safety feature.3. On vehicles equipped with manual transaxle, place the
gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles equipped with continuously variable trans-
mission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST, make sure the selec-
tor lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST)
is in the “P” (PARK) position.
NOTE

On vehicles equipped with CVT, the starter will not oper-
ate unless the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) or “N”
(NEUTRAL) position.
On vehicles equipped with Twin Clutch SST, the starter
will not operate unless the gearshift lever is in the “P”
(PARK) position or the gearshift lever is in the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position with the brake pedal depressed.
For safety reasons, start the engine in the “P” (PARK)
position so that the wheels are locked.
4. While pushing the ignition switch from “LOCK” (PUSH
OFF) to “LOCK” (PUSH ON), set the ignition switch to
the “ON” position and confirm that all warning lights and
warning displays are operating properly.
5. Without pressing the accelerator pedal, slowly turn the
ignition switch to the “START” position to start the
engine. Release the ignition switch when the engine starts.
NOTE

Minor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.
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At extremely cold ambient temperature
If the engine won’t start, press the accelerator pedal about half-
way down while cranking the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.
Startability of continuously variable transmission (CVT)
vehicles or Twin Clutch SST vehicles at extremely cold
ambient temperature
When the ambient temperature is -4 °F (-20 °C) or lower on
vehicles equipped with CVT, or -22 °F (-30 °C) or lower on
vehicles equipped with Twin Clutch SST, it may not be possi-
ble to start from a standstill even with the selector lever (CVT)
or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) in the “D” (DRIVE)
position.
This phenomenon occurs because the transaxle has not warmed
up sufficiently; it does not indicate a problem. If this occurs,
place the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin
Clutch SST) in the “P” (PARK) position and let the engine idle
for at least 10 minutes.
The transaxle will warm up, and you will be able to drive nor-
mally.
Do not leave the vehicle during warm-up operation.Flooded engine
If the engine has flooded during starting, first run the starter for
5 to 6 seconds while holding down the accelerator pedal.
Return the ignition switch to the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” posi-
tion and release the accelerator pedal. Wait a moment, then
without depressing the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition
switch to the “START” position for another 5 to 6 seconds.
Release the ignition switch if the engine starts. Repeat as nec-
essary. Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facil-
ity of your choice for assistance.
CAUTION
!

When starting the engine, make sure you depress
the brake pedal. If you start the engine with the
accelerator pedal depressed, move your foot to the
brake pedal as soon as the engine has started.
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