2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK front seat

Features and controls
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For the rear seatThis cup holder is located in the rear seat arm rest (A).
Pull the rear arm rest down to use the cup holder.
Bottle holder
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NOTE

Make sure all lids are tightly closed when storing bever-
ages that are in plastic bottles, etc.


Some beverages may not be stored, depending on the size
and shape of the plastic bottles, etc.
There are bottle holders located on both sides of the front seats.
CAUTION
!

Do not drink beverages while driving your vehicle.
This is distracting and could cause an accident.


Vibration and shaking while driving may cause bev-
erages to spill. Be very careful, as spilling hot bever-
ages could cause burns.
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3-292 Features and controls
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3. Push the board in all the way with the front part lowered,
then set the board into place.
4. Make sure the board is set firmly in place.
5. Follow this procedure in reverse to return the board to its
original position.
Assist grip
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These grips are to support the body by hand while seated in the
vehicle.
CAUTION
!

Do not use the assist grips when getting into or out
of the vehicle.
The assist grips could detach and cause an accident.
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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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4-8 Driving safety
4


Curb weight: the weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant.


Accessory weight: the combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as factory- installed equipment
(whether installed or not).


Vehicle capacity weight: the rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg)* times the vehicle’s designated seat-
ing capacity.


Production options weight: the combined weight of those
installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs
(2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride level-
ers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.


Normal occupant weight: 150 lbs (68 kg)* times the num-
ber of specified occupants. (In your vehicle the number is
3)


Occupant distribution: distribution of occupants in a vehi-
cle as specified. (In your vehicle the distribution is 2 in
front, 1 in second row seat)
Tire and loading information placard
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The tire and loading information placard is located on the
driver’s door sill.
*: 150 lbs (68 kg) is the weight of one person as defined by
U.S.A. and Canadian regulations.
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Driving safety
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NOTE

The following table shows examples on how to calculate total cargo/load capacity of your vehicle with varying seating
configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for
the seating and load capacity of your vehicle.


For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).


Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) for the front and rear axles must not be
exceeded. For further information on GAWR’s, vehicle loading, see the “Specifications” section of this manual.
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5-32 Comfort controls
5
TYPE (Acoustic characteristic selection)To select the desired acoustic characteristic.
FIELD (Sound field selection)To select the desired sound field.
Acoustic characteristic
Description
NORMAL Sounds good for all types of music.
POP Tight bass and high frequency sound.
ROCKTuned for hard rock and heavy metal
with powerful drums, guitars, and
vocals.
HIP-HOPDeep bass punch and well-defined
vocals.
COUNTRY Enhanced main vocals.
Sound field type
Description
NORMALAllows the listeners to enjoy an image
of a sound stage where music is per-
formed so that the instrumental sound
surrounds them, while keeping the
vocalist in front.
STAGEPlaces the image of a sound stage in
front of the driver with the vocalist in
the center (for driver only).
LIVEFront seat occupants are surrounded by
sound from front and rear speakers.
HALLPlaces the image of a sound stage in
front of the driver with the vocalist in
the center (for driver only). Sound
reflections are added to the rear speak-
ers to simulate the experience of being
at a concert hall. Best with classical or
vocalist music.
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5-56 Comfort controls
5


The audio amplifier (if so equipped) is located under the
front left seat. Do not subject the amplifier to a strong
impact. It could damage the amplifier or malfunctioning
could result.
SIRIUS
™ Satellite Radio
(if so equipped)
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Satellite radio uses direct satellite to receiver broadcasting
technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to coast. The
subscription service provider is SIRIUS Satellite Radio. This
service offers over 100 channels of music, sports, news, enter-
tainment, and programming for listeners, directly from its sat-
ellites and broadcasting studios.System activationTo activate your SIRIUS Satellite Radio service, call the toll-
free number 888-539-SIRIUS (7474), or visit the Sirius web
site at www.sirius.com. Please have the following information
available when activating your system:
1. The Sirius Identification Number (SIRIUS ID). Refer to
the section “SIRIUS ID indication” on page 5-68.
2. Credit card information.
3. Your Vehicle Identification Number. Refer to “Vehicle
identification number plate” on page 9-2.
“SIRIUS,” the SIRIUS dog logo and channel names and logos
are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Inc.
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5-60 Comfort controls
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SUB PUNCH (subwoofer volume control)To select the desired deep bass level.TYPE (acoustic characteristic selection)To select the desired acoustic characteristic.
FIELD (Sound field selection)To select the desired sound field.BASS (Bass tone control)To select the desired bass level.MID (Midrange tone control)To select the desired midrange level.TREBLE (Treble tone control)To select the desired treble level.FADER (Front/Rear balance control)To balance the volume from the F (front) and the R (rear)
speakers.
Acoustic characteristic
Description
NORMAL Sounds good for all types of music.
POP Tight bass and high frequency sound.
ROCKTuned for hard rock and heavy metal
with powerful drums, guitars, and
vocals.
HIP-HOPDeep bass punch and well-defined
vocals.
COUNTRY Enhanced main vocals.
Sound field type
Description
NORMALOptimized for the Rockford Fosgate
high bass output.
STAGEPlaces the image of a sound stage in
front of the driver with the vocalist in
the center (for driver only).
LIVEFront seat occupants are surrounded by
sound from front and rear speakers.
HALLPlaces the image of a sound stage in
front of the driver with the vocalist in
the center (for driver only). Sound
reflections are added to the rear speak-
ers to simulate the experience of being
at a concert hall. Best with classical or
vocalist music.
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