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ACC power auto-cutout function
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After about 30 minutes has elapsed with the ignition switch in
the “ACC” position, the function automatically cuts out the
power for the audio system and other electric devices that can
be operated with that position.
When the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC” position,
the power is supplied again to those devices.NOTE
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
The time until the power cuts out can be changed to
about 60 minutes.
The ACC power auto-cutout function can be deacti-
vated.
For details, we recommend you to consult an authorized
MITSUBISHI MOTORS dealer.
On vehicles equipped with Mitsubishi Multi-Communica-
tion System, screen operations can be used to make the
adjustment.
Refer to the separate Mitsubishi Multi-Communications
System manual for details.
To remove the key
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When removing the key, first set the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position, and then turn the key to the “LOCK” position
and remove it.NOTE
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set
to the “P” (PARK) position, which allows the ignition
switch to turn to the “LOCK” position.
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NOTE
Gears can only be selected in a forward direction from 1st
gear to 6th gear. To reverse or park the vehicle, move the
selector lever to the “R” or “P” position.
To maintain good running performance, the transaxle may
refuse to perform an upshift when the selector lever is
moved to the “+ (SHIFT UP)” position at certain vehicle
speeds. Also, to prevent over-revving of the engine, the
transaxle may refuse to perform a downshift when the
lever is moved to the “- (SHIFT DOWN)” position at cer-
tain vehicle speeds. When this happens, a buzzer sounds
to indicate that a downshift is not going to take place.
When pulling away from a standstill on a slippery road,
push the selector lever forward to the + (SHIFT UP) posi-
tion to select 2nd gear. Push the selector lever to the -
(SHIFT DOWN) side to shift back to 1st gear.
+ (SHIFT UP)
The transaxle shifts up by one gear with each operation.
- (SHIFT DOWN)
The transaxle shifts down by one gear with each operation.
CAUTION
!
Upward shifts do not take place automatically in
sports mode. The driver must make upward shifts in
accordance with prevailing road conditions, making
sure the engine revolutions remain below the red
zone on the tachometer.
Repeated continuous operation of the selector lever
or the sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter will
continuously switch shift position.
SHIFT
DOWNSHIFT
DOWN
SHIFT
UP SHIFT
UP
On vehicles with a sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter, gears may not change when the lateral pad-
dle shifters are operated at the same time. CAUTION
!
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Sports mode display
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In sports mode, the currently selected gear is displayed on the
information screen in the multi-information display.NOTE
While driving in sports mode, the sports mode display
may change to show “D” and shifting in sports mode may
no longer be possible.
This indicates that controls to drive in the “D” position are
operating normally in order to lower the temperature of
the automatic transaxle fluid; it does not indicate a mal-
function. Once the temperature of the automatic transaxle
fluid drops, shifting in the sports mode will be possible
again.
Operation of the automatic transaxle
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CAUTION
!
Before selecting a gear with the engine running and
the vehicle stationary, firmly depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.
The vehicle will begin to move as soon as the gear is
engaged, especially when the engine speed or idle
speed is high, or with the air conditioning operating.
Do not release the brake pedal until you are ready to
drive away.
Depress the brake pedal with the right foot at all
times.
Using the left foot could cause driver movement
delay in case of an emergency.
To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the
engine at high rpms when shifting from the “P”
(PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).
Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot
is resting on the brake pedal will affect braking effi-
ciency and may cause premature wear of brake
pads.
Do not rev the engine with the brake pedal pressed
when the vehicle is stationary.
This can damage the transaxle.
Also, when you depress the accelerator pedal while
holding down the brake pedal with the selector lever
in the “D” (DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions
may not rise as high as when performing the same
operation with the selector lever in the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position.
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NOTE
Shift ranges can only be selected in a forward direction
from 1st to 6th. To reverse or park the vehicle, move the
selector lever to the “R” or “P” position.
To maintain good running performance, the transmission
may refuse to perform an upshift when the selector lever
or sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter is moved to the
“+ (SHIFT UP)” position at certain vehicle speeds. Also,
to prevent over-revving of the engine, the transmission
may refuse to perform a downshift when the shift lever or
sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter is moved to the “-
(SHIFT DOWN)” position at certain vehicle speeds.
When this happens, a buzzer sounds to indicate that a
downshift is not going to take place.
Sports mode display
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In sports mode, the currently selected shift range is displayed
on the information screen in the multi-information display.
On vehicles with a sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter, shift ranges may not change when the lateral
paddle shifters are operated at the same time.CAUTION
!
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S-AWC control mode displayThe currently selected control mode is displayed on the multi-
information display.
In addition, when the control mode is changed, the selected
mode appears on the interrupt display screen of the information
screen in the multi-information display.
The control mode display will appear on the information
screen for a few seconds, and then the original screen will
return.Example: “TARMAC” mode is selected.
CAUTION
!
When the S-AWC control mode display blinks and
“SLOW DOWN” is displayed on the information
screen in the multi-information display, the S-AWC
has been temporarily suspended to prevent over-
heating.
At that time, the drive system of your vehicle is auto-
matically switched to front wheel drive from all
wheel drive. Reduce your speed to cool down the S-
AW C .
After driving for a while, if the S-AWC control
modes display stops blinking and the “SLOW
DOWN” on the information screen in the multi-
information display disappears, the drive system of
your vehicle will return to the all wheel drive.
If the S-AWC control mode display continues blink-
ing for more than about 5 minutes, have the vehicle
inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice.
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Rheostat meter illumination button
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Each time you press this button, there is a sound and the bright-
ness of the instruments changes.NOTE
You can adjust to 8 different levels respectively for when
the tail lights are illuminated and when they are not.
If the vehicle is equipped with the automatic lamp control,
when the lamp switch is in the “AUTO” position, the
meter illumination switches automatically to the adjusted
brightness, depending on the brightness outside the vehi-
cle.
The brightness level of the instruments is stored when the
ignition switch is turned off.
If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1
second, the brightness automatically scrolls through its
different levels, and stops scrolling when you release the
button. Select your desired level of brightness.
(except for vehicles equipped with the color multi-infor-
mation display)
If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1
second when the front side-marker and parking lights are
illuminated, the brightness level changes to the maximum
level. Pressing and holding the button for longer than
about 1 second again returns the brightness level to the
previous level.
(for vehicles equipped with the color multi-information
display)
1- Brightness display
2- Rheostat illumination button
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Multi-information meter switch
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The multi-information meter switch is a button marked
“INFO” on the left side of the dash.
Each time the multi-information meter switch is operated, a
sound is emitted and the multi-information display changes
between information such as warnings, odometer/tripmeter,
service reminder, engine coolant temperature, average and
momentary fuel consumption, driving range, and average
speed.
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and
units used on the multi-information display by operating the
multi-information meter switch.
“!” Warning display screen (With ignition switch
in the “OFF” position)
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If you press the multi-information meter switch and return
from the warning display screen to the previous screen, the “!”
warning is displayed.
Refer to “Returning to the display screen from before the warn-
ing display” on page 3-165.
This mark is also displayed if there is another warning other
than the one displayed. When the cause of the warning display
is eliminated, the “!” warning goes out automatically.NOTE
When the “!” warning is displayed, the warning display
screen can be redisplayed on the information screen.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position)” on page 3-163.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-170.
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System check screenWhen the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the
system check screen is displayed for about 4 seconds. If there
in no fault, the information screen is displayed.
If there is a fault, the screen changes to warning display.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-200.NOTE
The system check screen display varies depending on
your equipment.
Service reminderWhen the time for periodic inspection arrives, the warning dis-
play is displayed for a few seconds after the screen that is ini-
tially displayed when the ignition switch is turned “ON”. Refer
to “Service reminder” on page 3-177.
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