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3-280 Features and controls
3
Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and other lights)
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If interior lights are left on with the ignition switch in the
“LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
approximately 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” or “ACC” position, if any door or tailgate is
opened or closed, or if the keyless entry or F.A.S.T.-key
are operated.
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.
Storage spaces
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NOTE
Do not leave valuables in any storage space when leaving
the vehicle.
CAUTION
!
Never leave lighters, carbonated drink cans, or spec-
tacles in the cabin when parking the vehicle in hot
sunshine. The cabin will become extremely hot, so
lighters and other flammable items may catch fire
and unopened drink cans (including beer cans) may
rupture. The heat may also deform or crack plastic
spectacle lenses and other spectacle parts that are
made of plastic.
Keep the lids of storage spaces closed while driving
the vehicle. A lid or the contents of a storage space
could otherwise cause injuries during a sudden stop.
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Driving safety
4-3
4 Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you
sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your
alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doc-
tor or pharmacist before driving while under the influence of
any of these medications.
Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always check for the fol-
lowing: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 flap-fold tailgate 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.
In the same way, the front passenger seat should also be
moved as far back as possible.
Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.
WA R N I N G
!
NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are
slower and your judgment is impaired.
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Driving safety
4-7
4 Parking
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Parking on a hillWhen parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the
curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Be sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and
that the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake
before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
This prevents loading the parking brake against the transaxle.
When this happens, it is difficult to move the selector lever out
of the “P” (PARK) position.Parking with the engine runningNever leave the engine running while you take a short sleep or
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 vehicleAlways remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all
doors and the flap-fold tailgate when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
WA R N I N G
!
Leaving the engine running risks injury or death
from accidentally moving the selector lever or the
accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the passen-
ger 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.
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Driving safety
4-13
4
Loading cargo on the roof
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NOTE
To prevent wind noise or reduction in gas mileage,
remove the roof carrier when not in use.
Before using an automatic car wash, check with the atten-
dant to determine if the roof carrier should be removed.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for raising
the sunroof and/or flap-fold tailgate when installing a roof
carrier. (For vehicle with sunroof only)
WA R N I N G
!
Weight placed on the roof of the vehicle will raise the
vehicle’s center of gravity and adversely affect its
handling characteristics. As a result, driving errors
or emergency maneuvers could lead to a loss of con-
trol and result in an accident. Drive slowly and
avoid excessive maneuvers such as sudden braking
or quick turning.
Make sure that the weight of luggage and the roof
carrier do not exceed the maximum roof load, 110 lb
(50 kg). If the maximum roof load is exceeded, this
could cause damage to the vehicle or result in an
accident.
The total weight of all occupants and luggage,
including your roof load, must not exceed the vehicle
capacity weight. For more information, refer to
“
““ “Tire and loading information placard”
”” ” on page 9-4
Roof load is determined by adding the weight of the
roof carrier and the weight of the luggage placed on
the roof carrier.
For additional information, refer to “
““ “Maximum roof
load”
”” ” on page 9-7.
CAUTION
!
Do not load luggage directly onto the roof. Use a roof
carrier that properly fits your vehicle.
For installation, refer to the instruction manual pro-
vided with the roof carrier.
Place the luggage on the carrier so that its weight is
distributed evenly with the heaviest items on the
bottom. Do not load items that are wider than the
roof carrier.
Before driving and after traveling a short distance,
always check the load to make sure it is securely fas-
tened to the roof carrier.
Stop the vehicle periodically and check that the load
remains secure. If the load is not secure, it could fall
from the vehicle and damage your vehicle, another
vehicle or create a road hazard.
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6-12 For emergencies
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To remove the spare tire
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1. Open the tailgate and use the bar to remove the cover (A)
over the tire hanger mounting bolt.
Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate: To open” on page 3-60.
The compact spare tire should be used only tempo-
rarily. While the compact spare tire is being used,
the tire pressure monitoring system will not function
properly. Have the tire replaced or repaired at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible.
Do not go over 50 mph (80 km/h) when driving with
the compact spare tire.
Avoid sudden starting and braking when driving
with the compact spare tire.
Do not drive through automatic car washes and over
obstacles that could possibly damage the underside
of your vehicle. Because the compact spare tire is
smaller than the original tire, there is less clearance
between the ground and your vehicle.
Because the compact spare tire is designed only for
your vehicle, do not use it on any other vehicle.
Do not put the compact spare tire on a different
wheel, and do not put standard tires, snow tires,
wheel covers or trim rings on the compact spare
wheel. Otherwise, you could damage these parts or
other parts on your vehicle.
Do not use tire chains with your compact spare tire.
Using a chain could cause damage to your vehicle
and loss of the chains.CAUTION
!
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For emergencies
6-13
6
2. With the wheel nut wrench, loosen the tire hanger mount-
ing bolt by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Raise the lower gate until it clicks and locks.
Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate: To open” on page 3-60.4. Lift up the section of the tire hanger (B) that is marked
with the arrow in the illustration and remove it from the
hook (C). Then lower it and remove the tire.
CAUTION
!
While checking the tire hanger, carefully loosen the
tire hanger mounting bolt. Loosening it too much
could pull out the hook and cause the compact spare
tire to drop.
CAUTION
!
When hooking or unhooking the tire hanger, be sure
to hold the tire hanger firmly to prevent it from
dropping on your foot.
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For emergencies
6-15
6
3. Open the lower gate.
Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate: To open” on page 3-60.
4. With the wheel nut wrench, firmly tighten the tire hanger
mounting bolt by turning it clockwise.
5. Install the cover over the tire hanger mounting bolt.
To change a tire
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1. On vehicles with wheel covers, first remove the covers
(refer to “Wheel covers” on page 6-23). Then, loosen the
wheel nuts with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the
wheel nuts yet.
CAUTION
!
Confirm that the tire hanger is firmly secured after
storing the spare tire. If the tire hanger is not
secured, it could drop out while driving, causing an
accident.
When hooking or unhooking the tire hanger, be sure
to hold the tire hanger firmly to prevent it from
dropping on your foot.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-69
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4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.NOTE
When mounting the light unit, align the clips (D) on the
light unit with the hole in the body.
Back-up lights
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1. Open the tailgate.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the notch of the cover and pry
gently to remove the cover.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the cover.
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