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2-48 Seat and restraint systems
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Deployment of front airbags
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The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when… The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag are designed to
deploy when the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe frontal
impact. A typical condition is shown in the illustration to the
left.
The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag are designed to
deploy only in certain moderate to severe frontal collisions
within the shaded area between the arrows in the illustration to
the right.
The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag will deploy if the
impact to the vehicle’s main structure is above a specific
threshold level. The threshold level is approximately 15 mph
(25 km/h) for a frontal collision straight into a solid flat wallthat does not bend or deform. If the impact to the vehicle’s
main structure is below this threshold level, the front airbags
and driver’s knee airbag may not deploy. This threshold level
may also be higher if the vehicle hits something that absorbs
the impact, either by bending or moving (for example, another
stationary vehicle, a pole or a guard rail).
The beginning stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful,
and can cause serious injuries or death if you are too close to
the deploying airbag. Accordingly, it is important that you
always wear the available seat belt.
Head-on collision with a solid wall at
speeds of approx. 15 mph (25 km/h) or
higherModerate to severe frontal impact within
the shaded area between the arrows
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NOTE

The F.A.S.T.-key uses weak electromagnetic waves.
In cases such as the following, operation may be improper
or unstable.
 The vehicle is near a facility that emits strong electro-
magnetic waves, such as a TV transmitting tower, a
power station, a radio station or an airport
 The key is carried together with other communication
devices such as cellular phones or radios, or electrical
appliances such as computers
 The F.A.S.T.-key touches or is covered by a metal object
 A keyless entry system is being used nearby
 The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
 The vehicle is in a location with strong electromagnetic
waves or noise
Use the emergency key in such circumstances.
Refer to “To operate using the emergency key” on page 3-
34.


The F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception oper-
ations in its communication with the vehicle. This means
that the battery is always running down, regardless of how
often the F.A.S.T.-key is used. The battery life is about 1
to 3 years, depending on the usage conditions.


Since the F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception
operations, the reception of strong electromagnetic waves
can accelerate the running down of the battery. Do not
place near electrical appliances such as televisions or
computers.
Operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
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When a person enters the operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
while carrying the F.A.S.T.-key and operates a switch or handle
of a door or the rear hatch, verification of the ID code is per-
formed.
The F.A.S.T.-key enables the doors and the rear hatch to be
locked and unlocked and the engine to be started only when the
ID codes of the vehicle and F.A.S.T.-key match.NOTE

When the battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down or
there are strong electromagnetic waves or noise in the
area, the operating range could decrease or operations
could become unstable.
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3-102 Features and controls
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Operation of the CVT
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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 CVT will automatically
downshift.NOTE

In sports mode, downshifts do not take place when the
accelerator is depressed all the way to the floor.
Waiting
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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle
can be left in selector lever position and held stationary with
the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running, the selec-
tor lever should be placed in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
CAUTION
!

Before selecting a position with the engine running
and the vehicle stationary, fully depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.
Do not release the brakes until you are ready to
drive away. The vehicle will begin to move as soon as
the CVT is engaged, especially when the engine
speed is high (fast idle or air conditioning on).


Depress the brake pedal with the right foot.
Using the left foot could cause driver movement
delay in case of an emergency.


To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the
engine at high rpms when shifting from the “P”
(PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position.


Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot
is resting on the brake pedal will affect braking effi-
ciency and may cause premature wear of brake
pads.


Do not rev the engine with the brake pedal pressed
when the vehicle is stationary.
This can damage the CVT.
Also, when you depress the accelerator pedal while
holding down the brake pedal with the selector lever
in the “D” (DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions
may not rise as high as when performing the same
operation with the selector lever in the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position.
CAUTION
!

To avoid transmission overheating, never try to keep
your vehicle stationary on a hill by using the acceler-
ator pedal. Always apply the parking brake and/or
service brake.


Unexpected acceleration may occur if the selector
lever is in a position other than “P” (PARK) or “N”
(NEUTRAL).
Before driving off from a stop, make sure that the
selector lever is in “D” (DRIVE) position or “Sports
mode” position.
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Warning display
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Warning light
Warning display
In the event of an abnormal condition in the system while driv-
ing, the warning display will be displayed.
CAUTION
!

If the warning is displayed, the hill start assist will
not operate. Start off carefully.


Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Restart the engine and check whether the warning
display went out, in which case the hill start assist is
again working normally.
If the warning remains displayed or reappears fre-
quently, it is not necessary to stop the vehicle imme-
diately, but the vehicle should be inspected by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible.
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3-136 Features and controls
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Anti-lock braking system warning light/display
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Warning light
Warning display type 1
Warning display type 2
If there is a malfunction in the system, the anti-lock braking
system warning light will come on and the warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-information
display.
Under normal conditions, the anti-lock braking system warning
light only comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position and goes off a few seconds later.
CAUTION
!

Any of the following warning light/display behavior
indicates that the anti-lock braking system is not
functioning and only the standard brake system is
working. (The standard brake system will still work
properly.) If this happens, take your vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible. When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position,
the warning light does not come on or it remains
on and does not go off
 The warning light comes on while driving
 The warning display appears while driving
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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.
Active stability control (ASC)
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The active stability control (ASC) takes overall control of the
anti-lock braking system, traction control function and skid
control function to help maintain the vehicle’s control and trac-
tion. Please read this section in conjunction with the page on
the anti-lock braking system, traction control function and skid
control function.
Anti-lock braking system → P. 3 - 1 3 5
Traction control function → P. 3 - 1 4 0
Skid control function → P. 3 - 1 4 0
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
!

Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even the ASC cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on
the vehicle. This system, like any other system, has
limits and cannot help you to maintain traction and
control of the vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless
driving can lead to accidents. It is the driver’s
responsibillty to drive carefully, This means taking
into account the traffic, road and environmental
conditions.


Be sure to use the same specified type and size of tire
on all four wheels. Otherwise, the ASC may not
work properly.


Do not install any aftermarket limited-slip differen-
tial (LSD) on your vehicle. The ASC may stop func-
tioning properly.
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Features and controls
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ASC warning display
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Indicator (if so equipped)
Warning display type 1
Warning display type 2
If an abnormal condition occurs in the system while driving,
the warning display will be displayed at the same time.
CAUTION
!

The system may be malfunctioning.
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Restart the engine again and check whether the
warning display, the display go out. If the warn-
ing display goes out, there is no abnormal condition.
If the warning display does not go out or appears
frequently, it is not necessary to stop the vehicle
immediately, but you should have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.
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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).
To resume the set speed
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If the set speed driving is deactivated by the condition
described in “To deactivate” on page 3-151, you can resume
the previously set speed by pressing the “ACC RES” switch
(C) while driving at a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
higher.
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 or a repair facility of
your choice.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
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