2011 MITSUBISHI GALANT engine

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Engine coolant temperature gauge
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This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the tem-
perature is low when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position, the indicator will remain at the “C” (cold) position
until the engine begins to warm up.
The indicator will normally stay near the center while driving,
but may rise slightly in stop-and-go traffic or when the engine
is under a heavy load.
CAUTION
!
Take care to keep the engine operating temperature
within the normal range while driving. If the indica-
tor enters the “H” (hot) position, the engine is over-
heating (Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 6-
5).
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3 Indicator and warning light package
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1- Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”
or “Check engine light”) → P.3-79
2- Cruise control indicator → P.3-58
3- High beam indicator → P.3-78
4- Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights → P.3-78
5- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-78
6- Automatic transaxle position indicator → P.3-42
7- Active stability control (ASC) indicator → P. 3 - 5 4
8- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator → P.3-54
9- Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning light → P. 2 - 2 0
10- Door-ajar warning light → P. 3 - 8 0
11- Oil pressure warning light → P.3-80
12- Charging system warning light → P.3-80
13- Immobilizer indicator → P. 3 - 314- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P.3-65
15- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P. 2 - 4 7
16- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-50
17- Brake warning light → P.3-78
18- Low-fuel warning light → P.3-75
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3-78 Features and controls
3Indicator
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Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
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The arrows will flash in time with the corresponding exterior
turn signals when the turn signal lever is used.
Both arrows will flash when the hazard warning flasher switch
is pressed. NOTE
If the indicator light flashes faster than usual or if the indi-
cator light stays on without flashing, check for a malfunc-
tioning turn signal light bulb or turn signal connection.High beam indicator
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A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.Front fog light indicator
(if so equipped)
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This indicator comes on while the front fog lights are on.
Warning lights
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Brake warning light
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This light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position (engine off).
When the engine is started, the light should go off.
The light will illuminate under the following conditions:

When the parking brake lever is engaged.

When the brake fluid level in the reservoir falls to a low
level.

When the brake circuit is not operating correctly.
Before driving your vehicle, release the parking brake and
make certain that the brake warning light has gone out.
CAUTION
!
Brake performance or your ability to control the
vehicle may be compromised or the vehicle may
become unstable if the brakes are applied suddenly
in the following situations:
• The brake warning light does not illuminate when
the parking brake is applied or does not turn off
when the parking brake is released.
• The brake warning light remains illuminated dur-
ing driving.
• If any of the above situations occur, stop the vehi-
cle in a safe location, avoiding any sudden brake
application, and contact your nearest authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
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Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)
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This indicator is a part of the onboard diagnostic (OBD) sys-
tem which monitors the emissions, engine, and automatic
transaxle control systems. If a problem is detected in one of
these systems, this indicator comes on. When the ignition key
is turned to the “ON” position, this indicator normally comes
on and goes off a few seconds later.
This indicator will come on if the fuel tank filler cap is not
properly tightened. If the indicator comes on and stays on after
refueling, stop the engine and check that the cap is properly
tightened. (Turn the cap clockwise until you hear clicking
sounds.)
If this indicator does not go off after several seconds or lights
up while driving, have the system checked as soon as possible
at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
NOTE
Do not disconnect the battery cable when the Engine mal-
function indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”) is on.
The engine electronic control module stores critical OBD
information (especially exhaust emission data), which
may be lost if the battery cable is disconnected while the
engine malfunction indicator is on. This will make it diffi-
cult to diagnose the cause of future problems.

The vehicle should be brought to a stop in the fol-
lowing manner when brake performance has deteri-
orated while driving.
• Press the brake pedal harder than usual.
• Should the brakes fail, shift down to a lower gear
to reduce your speed and slowly pull the parking
brake lever to park your vehicle. Press the brake
pedal to operate your rear brake lights to alert
vehicles behind you.CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
Driving for a long time with the engine malfunction
indicator on may cause more damage to the emission
control system. This could also affect fuel economy
and drivability.
If this indicator does not come on when the ignition
key is turned to the “ON” position, have the system
checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice.
If the indicator comes on while the engine is run-
ning, avoid driving at high speeds.
During vehicle operation with the indicator on, the
vehicle may not accelerate when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
When the vehicle is stationary with the indicator on,
you must depress the brake pedal more firmly than
usual since the engine idling speed is higher than
usual and the vehicle with an automatic transaxle
has a stronger tendency to creep forward.
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Charging system warning light
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunction in the charg-
ing system or when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion (engine off). When the engine is started, the light should
go out. Check to make sure that the light has gone out before
driving.Oil pressure warning light
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This light comes on when the engine oil pressure is below nor-
mal. If the light stays on while driving, stop the engine as soon
as possible. Do not run the engine until the cause of the low oil
pressure is corrected.
Door-ajar warning light and buzzer
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This light comes on when any door is open or not completely
closed.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and
any door is open or ajar, a tone will sound 4 times and the
warning light will flash 4 times to inform the driver that a door
is not properly shut.NOTE
The light goes out automatically after about 30 minutes.
Refer to “Interior light auto-shutoff function (dome light
and other lights)” on page 3-130.

For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to stop the warning lamp from flashing
and to stop the tone from functioning.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
CAUTION
!
If the charging light stays on after the engine has
started, the battery charging system may be mal-
functioning. In this case, take your vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice and have the system checked.
CAUTION
!
If this light comes on when the engine oil level is not
low, have your vehicle checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
This warning light does not show the amount of oil
in the crankcase. This can only be determined by
checking the oil level with the dipstick with the
engine turned off.
CAUTION
!
Before driving, make sure that the door-ajar warn-
ing light is off.
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3 Combination headlights and dimmer switch
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Headlights Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
If your vehicle is equipped with daytime running lights, the
combinations of switch operations and illuminated lights differ
in accordance with the following conditions.[When the engine is started and the parking brake is released]
The daytime running lights come on. (if so equipped)
NOTE
Once the daytime running lights (if so equipped) have
been turned on, the illuminated lights do not go off until
the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position.
[The engine is not running, or the engine is running but the
parking brake has not been released]
The engine can be started with the headlights off when the
vehicle is stationary.NOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running. The battery
will run down. OFF Headlights illuminate dimly
Headlights illuminate dimly and
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice. Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other
lights)
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If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch and the driver’s
door is opened with the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights automatically turn off.
• If the driver’s door is opened after the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a high-pitched constant tone
will sound to remind you to turn off the lights.
• If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the ignition
switch, a low-pitched tone will sound to remind you to
remove the key.

If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch with the driver’s
door closed and the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights will stay on for about 3 minutes and
then turn off automatically.
NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to deactivate the light auto-cutout
function.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.When you want to keep the lights on: If the light switch is turned to the “ ” or “ ” position again
after the engine is turned off, the 3 minute auto-cutout function
described above will not work. The lights (the parking lights,
tail lights and license plate lights) will stay on and will not turn
off automatically. NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to keep the light on for approximately 3
minutes after you leave the vehicle.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
If the light auto-cutout function is reprogrammed, the 3 min-
utes auto-cutout function can be activated using the following
steps.
1. After turning the ignition key to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position or removing it from the ignition switch, set the
light switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Put the light switch back to the “ ” or “ ” position
again and get out of the vehicle.
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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 lamp bulb or malfunctioning connection.
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 vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to select whether the tone will sound or
not sound when the turn signal lights are activated.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
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 key is removed. NOTE
If you keep the flashers on for several hours with the
engine turned off, the battery will run down.

For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to select whether the tone will sound or
not sound when the hazard warning flashers are activated.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
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