2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK dead battery

3-26 Features and controls
3
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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Features and controls
3-61
3
NOTE

Gas struts (B) are installed in the locations illustrated in
order to support the rear hatch. Please observe the follow-
ing in order to prevent damage or faulty operation.
 Do not touch, push or pull the gas struts when closing
the rear hatch.
 Do not attach any plastic material, tape, etc., to the gas
struts.
 Do not tie string, etc., around the gas struts.
 Do not hang objects on the gas struts.
Inside rear hatch release
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The inside rear hatch release is designed to provide a way to
open the rear hatch if the battery is dead or disconnected.
The rear hatch release lever (see illustration) is mounted on the
rear hatch.
You and your family should familiarize yourselves with the
location and operation of the rear hatch release lever.
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3-242 Features and controls
3Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone
interface system with voice recognition
(if so
equipped)N00506400085
The Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system
with voice recognition uses a wireless communication technol-
ogy known as Bluetooth
® to allow you to make hands-free
calls in your vehicle using your Bluetooth
® compatible cellular
phone with Hands-free profile.
The system is equipped with a voice recognition function,
which lets you make hands-free calls by simple switch opera-
tions and voice command operations using a defined voice tree.
The Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system
with voice recognition can be used when the ignition switch is
in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
To use the Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface sys-
tem with voice recognition, you should first connect your Blue-
tooth
® compatible cellular phone to the Hands-free Bluetooth
®
cellular phone interface system with voice recognition. Refer
to “Pairing a cellular phone” on page 3-251.
Bluetooth
® is a registered trademark of BLUETOOTH SIG,
INC.
NOTE

If the ignition switch is left in the “ACC” position, the
accessory power will automatically turn off after a certain
period of time and you will no longer be able to use the
Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system
with voice recognition. The accessory power comes on
again if the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC”
position. Refer to “ACC power auto-cutout function” on
page 3-82.


You cannot use the Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone
interface system with voice recognition if your cellular
phone has a dead battery or is turned off.


Hands-free calls will not be possible in areas outside your
cellular phone service area or locations where a signal
cannot reach your phone.
WA R N I N G
!

Although the Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone
interface system with voice recognition allows you to
make hands-free calls, if you choose to use the cellu-
lar phone while driving, you must not allow that
usage to distract you in the safe operation of your
vehicle. Anything, including cellular phone usage,
that distracts you from the safe operation of your
vehicle increases your risk of an accident. Refer to
and follow all state and local laws in your area
regarding cellular phone usage while driving.
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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.
WA R N I N G
!

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 equipped with continuously variable
transmission (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 catalytic converter. Also, there is more risk of an
accident 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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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-97
7
Cleaning plastic parts
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Use a sponge or chamois to clean these parts.
If a vehicle wax sticks to a gray or black rough surface of the
bumper, molding or lights, the surface may appear white in
color. In this case, wipe it off using lukewarm water and a soft
cloth or chamois. Chrome parts
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To prevent spots and corrosion of chrome parts, wash with
water, dry thoroughly, and apply a nonabrasive automotive
wax. If the chrome is severely damaged or pitted, use a com-
mercially available chrome polish.
Aluminum wheels
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1. Remove dirt using a wet sponge.
2. Use a mild detergent on any dirt that cannot be removed
easily with water.
Rinse off the detergent after washing the wheel.
3. Dry the wheel thoroughly using a chamois leather or a soft
cloth.Window glass
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The window glass can usually be cleaned using only a sponge
and water. Glass cleaner can be used to remove wax, oil,
grease, dead insects, etc. After washing the glass, wipe it dry
with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
CAUTION
!

Do not use a scrubbing brush or other rough scrub-
ber as these may damage the plastic surface.


Do not use wax containing compounds (polishing
powder) which may damage the plastic surface.


Do not let the plastic parts get soiled with gasoline,
oil, brake fluids, engine oils, greases, paint thinner,
and sulfuric acid (battery electrolyte). These fluids,
etc., may crack, stain or discolor the plastic parts.
If any of these get on the plastic parts, wipe them up
with a soft cloth or chamois and a mild solution of
soap and water. Then rinse them immediately with
water.
CAUTION
!

Do not use a brush or other hard implement on the
wheels.
Doing so could scratch the wheels.


Do not use any cleaner that contains an abrasive
substance or is acidic or alkaline. Doing so could
cause the coating on the wheels to peel or become
discolored or stained.


Do not directly apply hot water using a steam
cleaner or by any other means.


Contact with seawater or road salt used for de-icing
can cause corrosion. Rinse off such substances as
soon as possible.
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7-98 Vehicle care and maintenance
7
Wiper blades
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Use a soft cloth and glass cleaner to remove grease, dead
insects, etc., from the wiper blades.
Replace the wiper blades when they no longer clean the wind-
shield and rear window properly.Cleaning the sunroof
(if so equipped)
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Clean the inside of the sunroof with a soft cloth. Hard deposits
should be wiped away with a cloth dipped in warm, neutral
detergent solution. Wipe away the solution with a sponge
dipped in fresh water.NOTE

The surface treatment on the inside of the glass may be
removed if a hard cloth or organic solvent is used.
Engine compartment
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Never spray or splash water on the electrical components in the
engine compartment, as this may cause damage.
Do not allow any nearby parts (such as plastic parts) come into
contact with sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte), which may
crack, stain, or discolour them.
If this occurs, wipe the parts with a soft cloth saturated with a
mild detergent and water solution.
Then immediately rinse the affected parts with plenty of water.
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