2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER transmission fluid

Features and controls
3-103
3 Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

(if so equipped)
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The CVT is capable of changing the engine speed to vehicle
speed ratio automatically and steplessly to suit driving condi-
tions in all phases of vehicle operation. It therefore realizes
smooth, shock-free operation and excellent fuel efficiency.DRIVING UPHILLThe transmission may not shift to a higher ratio if the computer
determines your current speed would be affected.
For smoother operation, the transmission may not shift if you
release the throttle while climbing a steep hill. This is normal
because the computer controls the shifting. After reaching the
top of the hill, your normal shift function will resume.DRIVING DOWNHILLWhen traveling down steep grades and using the brakes, the
computer may automatically shift to a lower ratio. This helps
engine braking efforts, reducing your need to use the brakes.
Selector lever operation
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As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a
continuously variable transmission have a shift-lock device
that holds the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To
move the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position to
another position, follow the steps below.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.
2. Move the selector lever to the desired position.NOTE

The selector lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to
another position if the ignition switch is set to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position, or if the key has been
removed, or if the brake pedal is not pressed and held
down.
CAUTION
!

Automatic downshifts may not take place if the con-
tinuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid is still
cool immediately after you start driving. To cause a
downshift, depress the brake pedal or shift down
manually.
Always drive safely in accordance with road condi-
tions.
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Features and controls
3-107
3
Warning display
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Ty p e 1
or
Ty p e 2
or
When the warning display or the warning display
appears on the information screen in the multi-information dis-
play while you are driving, there could be a malfunction in the
CVT.
CAUTION
!

If a malfunction occurs in the CVT while driving,
the warning display or the warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-
information display.
In this case, follow these procedures:
[When warning display is showing]
The continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
is overheating. The engine control may activate to
lower the CVT fluid temperature, causing the
engine revolutions and vehicle speed to decrease, In
this case, take one of the following procedures. Slow down your vehicle.
 Stop your vehicle in a safe place, put the selector-
lever in the “P” (PARK) position, and open the
engine hood with the engine running to allow the
engine to cool down.After a while, confirm that the warning display is
no longer showing. It is safe to continue driving if
the display is no longer showing. If the warning dis-
play remains or flashes frequently, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
[When warning display is showing]
It may be that there is something unusual happening
in the CVT, causing a safety device to activate. 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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6-26 For emergencies
6
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)Set the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position and secure the
steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or tie-
down strap. Never place the ignition switch in the “LOCK”
position when towing.Towing a front-wheel drive vehicle with front wheels off
the ground (Type C)Release the parking brake.
Set the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
CAUTION
!

This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front
end.


Do not tow continuously variable transmission
(CVT) vehicles with the driving wheels on the
ground (Type B) as illustrated. If the vehicle is
towed like this, the continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT) fluid may not reach all parts of the
transmission, thus damaging it.
If you tow CVT vehicles, use Type C, D or E equip-
ment.


Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with the front or
rear wheels on the ground (Type B or Type C) as
illustrated. This could result in the driving system
damage or vehicle may jump at the carriage.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use only Type D
or E equipment.
All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be towed with only
the front or rear tires on the ground even if it is in
“2WD” or “TARMAC” drive mode.


[For front-wheel drive vehicle equipped with the
active stability control (ASC)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position and only the front wheels or only the
rear wheels raised off the ground (Type B or Type
C), the ASC may operate, resulting in an accident.
When towing the vehicle with the front wheels
raised, keep the ignition switch in the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position. When towing the vehicle with the
rear wheels raised, keep the ignition switch in the
“ACC” position.CAUTION
!
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7
Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 8
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 13
Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . .7- 16
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 20
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 21
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 23
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 32
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 34
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 34General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 37
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 41
Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 41
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 42
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 50
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 80
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 81
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 83
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-17
7
Fluid typeUse only “DiaQueen ATF-J3” transaxle fluid to ensure opti-
mum transaxle performance.Special additivesMitsubishi Motors Corporation does not recommend the addi-
tion of any fluid additives to the transaxle.
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
fluid
(if so equipped)
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The continuously variable transmission (CVT) should be main-
tained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice to obtain the best perfor-
mance and longest life. It is important that the transmission
fluid is kept at the correct level.Fluid typeUse only “DiaQueen CVTF-J1” transmission fluid to ensure
optimum transmission performance.Special additivesDo not use any fluid additives to the transmission.
CAUTION
!

Using the improper transaxle fluid may damage the
transaxle.
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Specifications
9-11
9 Capacity
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Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel
(approximate)
Front-wheel drive vehicles 16.6 gal (63 L)
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2All-wheel drive vehicles 15.8 gal (60 L)
Engine oil
2.4 liter
Oil pan 4.5 qt (4.3 L)
Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark (“star-
burst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, and API classification SM
can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
3.0 liter
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L)Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Power steering As required Genuine Mitsubishi Power Steering FluidAutomatic transaxle 8.7 qt (8.2 L) Dia queen ATF - J3Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 7.5 qt (7.1 L) Dia queen CVTF - J1Transfer oil .52 qt (0.49 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80 or 90Differential
Rear axle .53 qt (0.5 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80
Brake As required Conforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2Engine coolant
{Includes .69 qt
(0.65 L) in
reserve tank}
Automatic transaxle 10.0 qt (9.5 L)
Long Life Antifreeze Coolant or an equivalentCVT 7.9 qt (7.5 L)
Washer fluid 4.8 qt (4.5 L) —Refrigerant (air conditioning)Refer to the “Air
conditioning label”
on page 9-2.HFC-134a
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Alphabetical index
2Service brake 3-127
Warning lights 3-208
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-51
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-8
Capacities 9-11
Card holder 3-274
Cargo area cover 3-291
Cargo loads 4-12
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-53
Replacement 7-77
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-125
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-210
Child restraint systems 2-49
Child safety locks for rear door 3-59
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-81
Outside of your vehicle 7-83
Clock 5-136
Coat hook 3-294
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-103
Fluid 7-17
,9-11
Selector lever operation 3-103Selector lever positions 3-108
Sports mode 3-109
Coolant (engine) 7-11
,9-11
Cruise control 3-140
Cup holder 3-287
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-58
Defogger (rear window) 3-234
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,5-
23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-218
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-53
Replacement 7-75
,7-77
Doors
Lock 3-54
Power door locks 3-57
Drive belt 7-37
Driving during cold weather 4-5
Driving precaution 4-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-3
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-234
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Alphabetical index
3
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-5
,3-43
Electronically controlled 4WD system 3-112
Emission-control system maintenance 7-34
Engine
Compartment 7-7
Coolant 7-11
,9-11
Hood 7-4
MIVEC 3-34,3-43
,3-92
Oil and oil filter 7-8,9-11
Overheating 6-5
Serial number 9-2
Specification 9-9
Engine coolant temperature display 3-171
Engine hood 7-4
Exhaust system 7-40
F
Floor console box 3-284
Fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid 7-16
,9-11
Brake fluid 9-11
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid 7-17
,9-11
Engine coolant 7-11
,9-11
Engine oil 7-8
Power steering fluid 7-20
,9-11
Rear axle oil 7-18
Transfer oil 7-18
Washer fluid 7-19
,9-11
Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-11Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) 3-16
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Indicators 3-208
Replacement 7-64
Switch 3-224
Front seat adjustment 2-5
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-60
Front turn-signal light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-62
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel hoses 7-35
Fuel selection 1-2
Tank capacity 9-11
Fuses 7-42
Fusible links 7-41
G
General maintenance
Maintenance 7-37
General vehicle data 9-6
Genuine parts 1-8
Glove compartment 3-281
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