2011 MITSUBISHI GALANT ignition

3-122 Features and controls
3Vanity mirror
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The vanity mirror is located on the back of the sun visor.
If your vehicle is equipped with mirror lights, opening the lid
(A) of the vanity mirror will automatically turn on the mirror
lights (B).
Power outlet
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To use a “plug-in” type accessory, open the cover located in
front of the floor console, then insert the plug in the socket.
The accessory can be operated when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” or “ACC” position.
CAUTION
!
If the lid of the lighted vanity mirror is kept open for
prolonged periods of time, the battery may be dis-
charged.
CAUTION
!
Be aware that using electronic equipment with the
engine off may run the battery down.
Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operating
at 12 V and 120 W or less.
When the power outlet is not in use, be sure to close
the power outlet cover. This will prevent the power
outlet from becoming dirty and possibly short-cir-
cuiting.
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Features and controls
3-123
3 Digital clock
(if so equipped)
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When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position,
the time is displayed.How each button works:Set the time by pressing the various buttons as described
below.
NOTE
If the battery cables are disconnected or the battery
becomes discharged, the clock will have to be reset.
H (HOUR)- Press and hold the “H” button until the correct
hour appears.
M (MINUTE)- Press and hold the “M” button until the correct
minute appears.
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3-128 Features and controls
3Interior lights
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Reading lights
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Push the reading light switch (A) to turn on the light. This light
produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map light.
Push the reading light switch again to turn the light off.
The reading light comes on when any door is opened.
When all the doors are closed, the reading light is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds then goes off. However, the light goes
off immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

All the doors are locked using the power door lock switch,
or the keyless entry remote transmitter.
Reading lights
→ P.3-128 Dome light
→ P. 3 - 1 2 9
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Features and controls
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3
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors closed, the
interior lights come on for 30 seconds, 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-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
Dome light
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The dome light can be operated by pushing the rear side of the
light.
The dome light comes on when any door is opened.
When all the doors are closed, the dome light is dimmed gradu-
ally for 30 seconds then goes off. However, the light goes off
immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

All the doors are locked using the power door lock switch,
or the keyless entry remote transmitter.
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3-130 Features and controls
3
NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors closed, the
interior lights come on for 30 seconds, 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-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and reading light)
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If any of the interior lights are left on with the ignition switch
in the “LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
about 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “ACC” position, any door is opened and closed or the
keyless entry system is 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.
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Driving safety
4-7
4 Parking
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Parking on a hillWhen parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the
curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Be sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and
that the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake
before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
This prevents loading the parking brake against the transaxle
gear. When this happens, it is difficult to move the selector
lever out of the “P” (PARK) position.Parking with the engine runningNever leave the engine running while you take a short
sleep/rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or
poorly ventilated place.
Where you park
When leaving the vehicleAlways remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
WA R N I N G
!
Leaving the engine running risks injury or death
from accidentally moving the selector lever or the
accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the passen-
ger compartment.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible
materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in
contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.
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5-6 Comfort controls
5
Blower speed selection dial
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When the ignition key is in the ON position, select the blower
speed by turning the blower speed selection dial. The blower
speed will gradually increase as the dial is turned to the right.
When the blower speed selection dial is set to the “OFF” posi-
tion, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
Temperature control dial
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Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to make the air
warmer. Turn it counterclockwise to make the air cooler. NOTE
While the engine coolant temperature is low, the tempera-
ture of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the
engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with
the dial.

For instructions on how to use the “MAX A/C” position
(A), see “Cooling” on page 5-10.
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5-8 Comfort controls
5
NOTE
When the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot
turn the air conditioning off or use the recirculation posi-
tion.
This prevents the windows from fogging up.

When the mode selection dial is set to a position other
than “ ” or “ ”, the air selection will automatically
change to outside air. The air conditioning will revert to
the previous condition in which the “ ” or “ ” posi-
tion was not selected.

When the temperature control dial is set to the “MAX
A/C” position, the air selection will be automatically set
to the recirculation position.

If the temperature dial is set to any position other than
“MAX A/C”, outside air will always be used when the
ignition switch is turned on.

When the coolant temperature rises above a certain point,
the air selection is automatically switched to the
recirculation position and the indicator light (A) turns on.
When this occurs, the system will not switch to the out-
side air position until the coolant temperature goes down,
even if the selection switch is pushed.
Air conditioning switch
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Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will turn
on. The air conditioning indicator light (A) will come on.
Push the switch again and the air conditioning compressor will
stop and the indicator light (A) goes off.
CAUTION
!
Using the air conditioning slightly increases the
engine idle speed. Therefore, make sure your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal when shifting the
transaxle into drive.
(Green)
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