2011 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE sensor

2-44 Seat and restraint systems
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[For ECLIPSE SPYDER]
In the following situations, the indicator will stay on to show
that the passenger’s front air bag and the passenger’s side air
bag are not operational.

The passenger’s seat weight sensors sense a weight of less
than about 66 pounds (30 kg) on the front passenger seat.

The front passenger’s seat is not occupied.
When the weight applied to the front passenger seat is sensed
as about 66 pounds (30 kg) or greater, the indicator goes off to
show that the passenger’s front air bag and the passenger’s side
air bag are operational.
SRS warning light
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There is a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
on the instrument panel. The system checks itself each time the
ignition is turned on.
When the ignition key is in the “ON” or “START” position, the
SRS warning light should come on for several seconds and
then go out. This means the system is working properly.
If there is a problem involving one or more of the SRS compo-
nents, the warning light will come on and stay on.
The SRS warning light is shared by the Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) and the seat belt pre-tensioner system.
WA R N I N G
!
If any of the following conditions occur, you should
immediately have the air bag system in your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer as soon as possible:
• The passenger’s air bag off indicator comes on
when an adult is sitting on the front passenger
seat.
• The passenger’s air bag off indicator does not
come on when the front passenger’s seat is not
occupied.
• The passenger’s air bag off indicator does not
come on when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position.
• The passenger’s air bag off indicator comes on and
goes out repeatedly.

Do not attach any accessory to your vehicle that
makes the passenger’s air bag off indicator difficult
or impossible to see.
You must be able to see the passenger’s air bag off
indicator and verify the status of the passenger’s air
bag system.
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Seat and restraint systems
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Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag system
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The driver’s air bag is located under the padded cover in the
middle of the steering wheel. The front passenger’s air bag is
contained in the instrument panel above the glove compart-
ment. The driver’s air bag and the front passenger’s air bag are
designed to deploy at the same time. However, the front pas-
senger’s air bag does not deploy when the front passenger seat
is not occupied or when the weight sensor in the front passen-
ger seat senses a weight on the seat of less than approximately
66 pounds (30 kg).
WA R N I N G
!
If any of the following conditions occur, the SRS
and/or seat belt pre-tensioners are not working
properly and you should immediately have it
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer:
• The SRS warning light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” or “START”
position.
• The SRS warning light does not go out after sev-
eral seconds.
• The SRS warning light comes on while driving.
Driver
Front passenger
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Seat and restraint systems
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Side air bag system
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The side air bags (A) are contained in the driver and front pas-
senger seatbacks.
[For ECLIPSE]
The side air bag is designed to inflate only on the side of the
vehicle that is impacted, even with no passenger in the front
seat.
[For ECLIPSE SPYDER]
The side air bag is designed to inflate only on the side of the
vehicle that is impacted.
In the following situations, the passenger’s side air bag is not
operational.

The passenger’s seat weight sensors sense a weight of less
than about 66 pounds (30 kg) on the front passenger seat.

The front passenger’s seat is not occupied.
ECLIPSE
ECLIPSE SPYDER
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Features and controls
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Wind deflector
(if so equipped)
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The wind deflector reduces turbulent airflow inside the vehicle
for greater comfort when driving with the electric convertible
top open.NOTE
The optional wind deflector is stored in a bag in the trunk.
To prevent damage it should always be kept in this bag
when not installed. Do not place heavy objects (e.g. crates
or heavy shopping bags) on top of the wind deflector.
Installing the wind deflector1. Open half of the bottom frame (A) and half of the top
frame (B) of the wind deflector as shown by the arrows.
WA R N I N G
!
The two rear seats must not be occupied when the
wind deflector is installed.
Never place any object on the wind deflector. An
object on the wind deflector could cause damage to
the deflector and/or the vehicle. It could be blown
off when the vehicle is in motion.
Adjust the front passenger’s seat so that the seat
does not come in contact with the wind deflector to
ensure that the front passenger’s seat weight sensor
can correctly sense the weight being applied to the
seat.
CAUTION
!
When you adjust the front seats when the wind
deflector is installed, be careful not to push the
backrests into the wind deflector when reclining the
seats or when moving them back.
A
B
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3-58 Features and controls
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Type 2When the headlights of the vehicles behind you are very bright,
the reflection factor of the rearview mirror is automatically
changed to reduce the glare.
Normally, use the automatic mode. When the switch (1) is
pressed, the indicator (2) illuminates and the reflection factor
of the mirror is automatically changed.NOTE
Do not hang items on, or spray glass cleaner on the sensor
(3), as reduced sensitivity could result.
Outside rearview mirrors
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only after making any seat
adjustments so you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
Ty p e 2
WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mir-
rors while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driving.
Your front passenger’s side mirror is convex. The
objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and
farther away than they appear in a regular flat mir-
ror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of
vehicles following you when changing lanes.
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3-84 Features and controls
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NOTE
After your vehicle is driven a short distance after starting
the engine, you will hear a whining sound and the sound
of a motor operating coming from the engine compart-
ment. These are the normal sounds the anti-lock braking
system makes when performing a self-check. It does not
indicate a malfunction.

The anti-lock braking system can be used after the vehicle
has reached a speed over approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
It stops working when the vehicle slows below approxi-
mately 3 mph (5 km/h).

After driving on snow or icy roads, remove any snow and
ice which may have been left around the wheels. On vehi-
cles that have an anti-lock braking system, be careful not
to damage the wheel speed sensors (A) or the cables
located at each wheel.
FrontRear
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Features and controls
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3 Tire pressure monitoring system
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The tire pressure monitoring system uses tire inflation pressure
sensors (A) on the wheels to monitor the tire inflation pres-
sures. The system only indicates when a tire is significantly
under-inflated.
NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for
regularly checking tire inflation pressures.
Be sure to check the tire inflation pressures as described in
“Tires” on page 7-20.

The tire inflation pressure sensor (A) is installed in the
illustrated location. Replace grommet (B) with a new one
when the tire is replaced.
For details, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
WA R N I N G
!
The compact spare wheel does not have a tire infla-
tion pressure sensor.
When the compact spare tire is used, the tire pres-
sure monitoring system will not work properly.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon
as possible to replace or repair the original tire.
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3-100 Features and controls
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If the warning light illuminates while driving
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1. If the low tire pressure monitoring system warning light
illuminates, avoiding hard braking, sharp steering maneu-
vers and high speeds. You should stop and adjust the tires
to the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible. Adjust
the spare tire at the same time. Refer to “Tires” on page 7-
20.NOTE
When inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, do not
apply excessive force to the valve stem to avoid breakage.

After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always
reinstall the valve cap on the valve stem.
Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the
valve, resulting in damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensor.

Do not use metal valve caps, which may cause a metal
reaction, resulting in corrosion and damage of the tire
inflation pressure sensors.

Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will
go off after a few minutes of driving.
2. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
remains illuminated after you have been driving for about
20 minutes after you adjust the tire inflation pressure, one
or more of the tires may have a puncture. Inspect the tire
and if it has a puncture, have it repaired by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE
To avoid the risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors, have any punctured tire repaired by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If the tire repair is not done by
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, it is not covered
by your warranty.

Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.
Such a spray could damage the tire inflation pressure sen-
sors. Have any puncture repaired by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
WA R N I N G
!
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
illuminates while you are driving, avoid hard brak-
ing, sharp steering maneuvers and high speeds.
Driving with an under-inflated tire adversely affects
vehicle performance and can result in an accident.
CAUTION
!
If a tire has a puncture, replace that tire with the
spare tire. Driving on a punctured tire could lead to
an accident.
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light
may not illuminate immediately in the event of a tire
blowout or rapid leak.
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