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NOTE
Start adjusting when the knob is at the “0” position (when
the beam is at its highest).
Keep the knob in the “0” position except when using the
knob to lower the headlight beam angle.
Always return the knob to the “0” position when the load
is removed and the people have left the vehicle.
Turn signal lever
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When changing lanes, or to making a gradual turn, hold the
lever in the “lane change” position (1). It will return to the neu-
tral position when you let go. Use the full position (2) when
making a normal turn. The lever will return to the neutral posi-
tion when the turn is complete. There may be times when the
lever does not return to the neutral position. This usually hap-
pens when the steering wheel is turned only slightly. You can
easily return the lever by hand.
Also, when you move the lever to (1) slightly then release it,
the turn signal lights and the indicator light in the instrument
cluster will flash three times.
WA R N I N G
!
To avoid distraction while driving, always perform
headlight adjustments before vehicle operation.
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NOTE
A light in the instrument panel flashes to show when the
front and rear turn signal lights are working properly.
If this light flashes faster than usual, check for a burned
out turn signal light bulb or malfunctioning connection in
the signal.
If the panel light does not come on when the lever is
moved, check for a blown fuse or a burned out bulb in the
panel.
Have the system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
The turn signal light 3-flash function for lane changes can
be deactivated
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 further details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.
You can adjust the time required to operate the lever for
the 3-flash function.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
Hazard warning flasher switch
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If you press the flasher switch, the front and rear turn signals
will flash intermittently, and so will the hazard warning lights.
This is an emergency warning system and should not be used
when the vehicle is in motion, except for emergencies.
If you need to leave your vehicle, the flashers will keep work-
ing after the ignition switch is removed.NOTE
If the flashers are used for several hours, the battery will
run down. This could make it difficult or impossible to
restart your vehicle.
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3Front fog light switch
(if so equipped)
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The front fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are on
low beam.
Turning the knob in the direction of the “ON” position turns on
the front fog lights as well as the indicator in the instrument
cluster. To turn them off, turn the knob in the direction of the
“OFF” position.
The knob will return to the neutral position when it is released.NOTE
If the headlights are switched to high beam, the front fog
lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the
headlights are switched back to low beam.
If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF” or “ ” posi-
tion while the front fog lights are illuminated, they will
automatically turn off. They can be turned back on again
by rotating the combination headlights and dimmer switch
back to “ ” position, and turning the knob in the direc-
tion of the “ON” position.
Do not use fog lights except in conditions of fog, other-
wise excessive light glare may temporarily blind oncom-
ing vehicle drivers.
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Ty p e 2Accessories can be operated in all ignition switch positions.
Interior lights
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NOTE
Be aware that leaving the light illuminated with the engine
off may run the battery down.
Never leave the vehicle without checking that the light is
off.
Floor console box
Cargo room light
→P. 3 - 2 7 9Dome light (rear)
→P. 3 - 2 7 8Dome light (front)
/Reading lights
→P. 3 - 2 7 7
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Dome light (front)/Reading lights
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Dome light (front)
1- (DOOR)
When any of the doors or the tailgate is opened, the dome
light illuminates; when any of them are closed, the dome
light goes off after approximately 30 seconds. However, the
light goes off immediately if:
The doors and the tailgate are closed while the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s door is closed while the its lock knob is in
the lock position, after all the other doors are closed.
The doors and the tailgate are closed and the power
door lock function is used to lock the doors.
The keyless entry system remote control transmitter is
used to lock the doors.
In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the doors
and the tailgate are locked using the F.A.S.T.-key.NOTEWhen the engine is started using the key while the
doors and tailgate are closed, if you remove the key, the
dome light will illuminate for approximately 30 sec-
onds then go off.
When the engine is started using the F.A.S.T.-key while
the doors and tailgate are closed, if the ignition switch
is moved to the “LOCK” position, the dome light will
illuminate for approximately 30 seconds and then go
off.
The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See
your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Com-
munication System, adjustments can be made using
screen operations. For details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.
2- (OFF)
The dome light stays off regardless of any door or the tail-
gate being opened or closed.
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Reading lights
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Regardless of the dome light switch position, when you press
the lens (A), the light on the side that is pressed illuminates;
when you press the lens (A) again, the light goes out.
Dome light (rear)
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1- (ON)
The dome light illuminates regardless of any door or the tail-
gate being opened or closed.
2- ()
When any of the doors or the tailgate is opened, the dome
light illuminates; when any of them are closed, the dome
light goes off after approximately 30 seconds. However, the
light goes off immediately if:
The door and the tailgate are closed while the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s door is closed while the its lock knob is in
the lock position, after all the other doors are closed.
The door and the tailgate are closed and the power door
lock function is used to lock the doors.
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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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Lower glove compartmentThe lower glove compartment can be locked and unlocked
using the key.NOTE
In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the glove
compartment can be locked and unlocked with the emer-
gency key.
Refer to “Emergency key” on page 3-35.
When the light switch is set in the “AUTO” position and
the lights are illuminated, or in the “ ” or “ ” posi-
tion, the glove compartment light illuminates.Pen holder
There is a pen holder on the inside of the lower glove compart-
ment.
NOTE
There is a limit to the size of pen that fits. Forcing large
pens into the holder could cause damage.
1- To lock
2- To unlock
3- To open, pull the lever (A)
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