2011 MITSUBISHI GALANT Reverse

For emergencies
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6 Operation under adverse driving conditions
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or
snow If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can
often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the selector lever
rhythmically between “Sports mode” and “R” (REVERSE)
position, while pressing lightly on the accelerator pedal.
Do not rev the engine or spin the wheels. Constant efforts to
free a stuck vehicle can cause overheating and transaxle fail-
ure. Let the engine idle for a few minutes to cool the transaxle
before trying again.
If your vehicle is still stuck after several rocking attempts, call
for a commercial tow truck service.
On wet roads
WA R N I N G
!
When trying to rock your vehicle out of a stuck posi-
tion, make sure that there are no people nearby. The
rocking motion can make your vehicle suddenly
lurch forward or backward, and injure any
bystanders.
CAUTION
!
Avoid flooded roads. Water is often deeper than it
looks, and you could be seriously hurt by driving
into flood water.
When driving in rain, on water-covered roads, or
through a car wash, water could get into the brake
discs and make them fail temporarily. In such cases,
lightly press the brake pedal to see if they are work-
ing properly. If they are not, press the pedal lightly
several times while driving to dry the brake pads,
then check them again.
When driving in rain, a layer of water may form
between the tires and the road surface (aquaplan-
ing). This loosens your tires’ grip on the road, mak-
ing it difficult to steer or brake properly. When
driving on a wet road:
• Drive your vehicle at a safe speed.
• Do not drive on worn tires.
• Always keep the tires at the correct inflation pres-
sures.
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3. Remove the locking cap (D) by turning it counterclock-
wise.4. Remove the headlight bulb (E) with holder.
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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Front turn-signal and parking lights
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1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. And
remove the bulb from the socket by turning it counter-
clockwise while pressing in.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
Front side-marker lights
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1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. And
remove the bulb from the socket by pulling out.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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3. Pull part (E) in the direction of the arrow (F) to undo the
lock, thereby freeing the fog light bulb from the connec-
tor.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
CAUTION
!
Handle halogen light bulb with care. The gas inside
a halogen light bulb is highly pressurized, so drop-
ping, knocking, or scratching a halogen light bulb
can cause it to shatter.
Never hold the halogen lights bulb with a bare hand,
dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause
the bulb to break the next time the fog lights are
used.
If the glass surface is dirty, clean it with alcohol and
let it dry completely before installing the bulb.
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Rear combination lights
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1. Open the lid.
Partially take off the trim cover (A).2. Remove each socket and bulb assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
B- Rear turn-signal light
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
C- Tail and stop light
Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
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5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.NOTE
To reinstall the clips, first insert the prongs (F) into the
hole, then firmly press the cap portion (G).
High-mounted stop light
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NOTE
The high-mounted stop light uses an LED instead of a
bulb. Check with an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice when the light needs to
be repaired or replaced.
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3. Open the trunk lid.
Remove the socket and bulb assembly by turning it coun-
terclockwise.4. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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Dome light
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1. Insert the tip of a screwdriver at the edge of the lens, pry
gently to remove the lens, and then remove the bulb from
the light holder.NOTE
Wrap a cloth around the tip of the screwdriver to keep
from scratching the lens.
2. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.Reading lights
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Have the reading light bulbs replaced at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Glove compartment light
(if so equipped)
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Have the glove compartment light bulbs replaced at an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
Front
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