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3-280 Features and controls
3
1- (DOOR)
The dome light comes on when any door or the rear hatch is
opened. When all the doors and the rear hatch are closed, the
dome light goes off after approximately 30 seconds. How-
ever, the light goes off immediately if:
The doors and the rear hatch are closed while the igni-
tion switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s door is closed after all the other doors and
the rear hatch are closed while the lock knob of the
driver’s door is in the lock position.
The doors and the rear hatch are closed and the power
door lock switch is used to lock the doors.
The keyless entry system remote control transmitter is
used to lock the doors and the rear hatch.
In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the doors
and the rear hatch are locked using the F.A.S.T.-key.
NOTEWhen the engine is started using the key while the
doors and rear hatch are closed, if you remove the key,
the dome light will illuminate for approximately 30
seconds before going off.
When the engine is started using the F.A.S.T.-key while
the doors and rear hatch are closed, if the ignition
switch is moved to the “LOCK” position, the dome
light will illuminate for approximately 30 seconds
before going off.
The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See
your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Com-
munication System, adjustments can be made using
screen operations. For details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.
2- (OFF)
The dome light goes off.
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3-282 Features and controls
3
1- (ON)
The dome light comes on.
2- ()
The dome light comes on when any door or the rear hatch is
opened. When all the doors and the rear hatch are closed, the
dome light goes off after approximately 30 seconds. How-
ever, the light goes off immediately if:
The doors and the rear hatch are closed while the igni-
tion switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s door is closed after all the other doors and
the rear hatch are closed while the lock knob of the
driver’s door is in the lock position.
The door and the rear hatch are closed and the power
door lock switch is used to lock the doors.
The keyless entry system remote control transmitter is
used to lock the doors and the rear hatch.
In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the doors
and the rear hatch are locked using the F.A.S.T.-key.
NOTEWhen the engine is started using the key while the
doors and the rear hatch are closed, if you remove the
key, the dome light will illuminate for approximately 30
seconds before going off.
When the engine is started using the F.A.S.T.-key while
the doors and the rear hatch are closed, if the ignition
switch is moved to the “LOCK” position, the dome
light will illuminate for approximately 30 seconds
before going off.
The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See
your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Com-
munication System, adjustments can be made using
screen operations. For details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.
3- (OFF)
The dome light goes off.
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Features and controls
3-283
3
Cargo room light
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Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and other lights)
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If any of the interior lights are left on with the ignition switch
in the “LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
about 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “ACC” position, any door or the rear hatch is opened
and closed, or the keyless entry system or F.A.S.T.-key is oper-
ated.NOTE
The interior light auto-cutout function can be deactivated.
The time until the lights automatically go off can be
adjusted. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
1- (ON)
The light illuminates regardless of whether the rear hatch is
open or closed.
2-
The light illuminates when the rear hatch is opend, and goes
off when the rear hatch is closed.
3- (OFF)
The light remains off regardless of whether the rear hatch is
open or closed.
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Driving safety
4-3
4 Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the follow-
ing: Seat belts and seats
Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all
passengers are seated and wearing their seat belts properly
(with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints),
and that all the doors and the rear hatch are locked.
Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while
still keeping good visibility, and good control of the steer-
ing wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the
instrument panel indicators and multi-information display
for any possible problem.
Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.
Floor mats
WA R N I N G
!
Keep floor mats clear of the pedals by correctly lay-
ing floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle.
To prevent the floor mats from slipping out of posi-
tion, securely retain them using the hook etc.
Placing a floor mat over a pedal or laying one floor
mat on top of another can obstruct pedal operation
and lead to a serious accident.
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Driving safety
4-7
4
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 and the rear hatch.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
Loading information
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It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can
carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and
includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and non-factory-
installed options. The tire and loading information placard
located on the driver’s door sill of your vehicle will show how
much weight it may properly carry.
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms
before loading your vehicle:
Vehicle maximum load on the tire: load on an individual
tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share
of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by
two.
Vehicle normal load on the tire: load on an individual tire
that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of
the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant
weight and dividing by two.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight: the sum of -
(a) Curb weight;
(b) Accessory weight;
(c) Vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) Production options weight.
WA R N I N G
!
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.WA R N I N G
!
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.
WA R N I N G
!
Never overload your vehicle. Overloading can dam-
age your vehicle, adversely affect vehicle perfor-
mance, including handling and braking, cause tire
failure, and result in an accident.
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4-12 Driving safety
4Cargo loads
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Cargo load precautionsTo determine the cargo load capacity for your vehicle, subtract
the weight of all vehicle occupants from the vehicle capacity
weight. For added information, if needed, refer to “Steps for
Determining Correct Load Limit” on page 4-10.
DO NOT USE the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross
Axle Weight Rating numbers listed on the safety certification
label (A) located on the inside sill of the driver’s door as the
guide for passengers and/or cargo weight.
WA R N I N G
!
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, the
combined weights of the driver, passengers and
cargo and must never exceed the vehicle capacity
weight.
Exceeding the vehicle capacity weight will adversely
affect vehicle performance, including handling and
braking, and may cause an accident.
Do not load cargo or luggage higher than the top of
the seatback. Be sure that your cargo or luggage
cannot move when your vehicle is in motion.
Having either the rear view blocked, or your cargo
being thrown inside the cabin if you suddenly have
to brake can cause a serious accident or injury or
death.
Put cargo or luggage in the cargo area of your vehi-
cle. Try to spread the weight evenly.
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7-4 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Engine hood
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To openUse the engine hood release lever (located under the instrument
panel near the driver’s door) to unlock the engine hood.
Pull the lever toward you to release the engine hood latch.
CAUTION
!
For vehicles equipped with turbocharger, to avoid
the risk of being burned, do not touch the air outlets
(A) and air scoop (B) on the engine hood when the
engine compartment is hot (when the engine is run-
ning or immediately after the vehicle has been
driven).
WA R N I N G
!
Never use the release lever to unlatch the engine
hood while the vehicle is in motion.
Do not drive your vehicle unless the engine hood is
locked.
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7-52 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
*- Fusible link
Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depend-
ing on the vehicle model or specifications.
The table above shows the main equipment corresponding
to each fuse.
No.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
1 Heater 30 A*
2Stop lights
(Brake lights)15 A
3 Rear fog light 10 A
4 Windshield wiper 30 A
5 Optional 10 A
6 Door locks 20 A
7Radio15 A
8 Control unit relay 7.5 A
9Interior lights
(Dome lights)15 A
10 Hazard warning flasher 15 A
11 Rear window wiper 15 A
12 Gauges 7.5 A
13Cigarette lighter/Accessory
socket15 A
14 Ignition switch 10 A
15 Sunroof 20 A
16 Outside rearview mirrors 10 A
17 All-wheel drive system 10 A
18 Back-up lights 7.5 A
19 Accessory socket 15 A
20 Power window control 30 A*
21 Defogger 30 A*
22Heated
outside rearview mirrors7.5 A
23 115V Power outlet 15 A
24 Power seats 25 (20) A
25 Heated seats 30 ANo.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
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