2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION Owners Manual

1-8 General information
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Important point!Due to the large number of accessory and replacement parts
provided by different manufacturers in the market, it is not
always possible for an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to
check whether the attachment or installation of non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts will affect the driving safety of your Mit-
subishi-vehicle.
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems
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Mitsubishi Motors manufactures high quality vehicles with an
emphasis on safety. It is important to consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer before installation of any accessory
which may involve modification of the electrical or fuel sys-
tems.
WA R N I N G
!
If you choose to use a cellular phone while driving,
you must not allow that usage to distract you in the
safe operation of your vehicle. Anything, including
cellular phone usage, that distracts you from the
safe operation of your vehicle increases your risk of
an accident.
Refer to and follow all state and local laws in your
area regarding cellular phone usage while driving.
CAUTION
!
Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer concerning any such accessory fitment or
modification.
If the wires interfere with the vehicle body or
improper installation methods are used (protective
fuses not included, etc.), electronic devices may be
adversely affected, resulting in a fire, vehicle dam-
age, or other accident.
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General information
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1 Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts
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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts are designed and manufac-
tured to meet high standards of performance, and are recom-
mended for all of your maintenance needs. Also available from
your Mitsubishi Motors dealer are a wide variety of accessories
to personalize your new vehicle. Each Mitsubishi vehicle has a
selection of Mitsubishi Motors authorized accessories to
choose from to tailor your new vehicle to your own personal
preference. Your Mitsubishi Motors dealer’s Parts Manager has
information on various audio systems, protection items, as well
as interior and exterior accessories available for your specific
model.
California Perchlorate Materials Require-
ments
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Certain components of this vehicle, such as airbag modules,
seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries, may contain
perchlorate materials.
Special handling may apply. For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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Seat and restraint systems
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 2
Seats and restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 3
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 3
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 7
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 8
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 11
Seat belt use during pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 19
Seat belt pre-tensioner and force limiter
systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 19
Child restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 21
Maintenance and inspection of seat belts. . . . . . . .2- 32
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - airbag . . .2- 32
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2-2 Seat and restraint systems
2Seats
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1 - Front seats
To adjust the seat forward or backward → P. 2 - 5

To adjust the seatback → P. 2 - 5

Heated seats (if so equipped) → P. 2 - 6
2 - Rear seats
Arm rest → P. 2 - 7
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Seat and restraint systems
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2 Seats and restraint systems
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Your vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect
you and your passengers in an accident.
Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn
properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or
death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a
severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and passen-
gers. The seats, head restraints, and door locks also are safety
equipment, which must be used correctly.
Always check the following before you drive:

That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their
seat belt.

That infants and small children are properly secured in
appropriate child restraint systems in the rear seat.

That all doors are fully closed and locked.

That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly
adjusted.
Safety equipment cannot prevent injury or death in all motor
vehicle accidents. You can help reduce the risk of injury or
death, however, by following the instructions in this manual.
Front seats
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Position the driver’s seat as far back as possible while main-
taining a position that still enables you to fully apply the ped-
als, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the
vehicle.
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2-4 Seat and restraint systems
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WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This
can cause loss of vehicle control and result in an
accident.
After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is
securely locked into position.
To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or
death during deployment of the driver’s airbag,
always properly wear the seat belt and adjust the
driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintain-
ing a position that still enables you to fully apply the
pedals, easily control the steering wheel, and safely
operate the vehicle.
To reduce the risk to the front passenger of serious
injury or death during deployment of the passen-
ger’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and
adjust the front passenger’s seat as far back as pos-
sible.
Always place children 12 years old and under in the
rear seat and use appropriate child restraint sys-
tems.
CAUTION
!
Make sure that the seat is adjusted by an adult. If it
is adjusted by a child, an unexpected accident might
occur.
Do not place a cushion or the like between your back
and the seatback while driving. The effectiveness of
the head restraints will be reduced in the event of an
accident.
When sliding the seats, be careful not to catch your
hand or leg.
When sliding or reclining the seat rearward, pay
careful attention to the rear seat passengers.
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Seat and restraint systems
2-5
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To adjust the seat forward or backward
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Pull the seat adjusting lever up and slide the seat forward or
backward to the desired position. Release the adjusting lever to
lock the seat in place.
To adjust the seatback
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Adjust the seatback angle by turning the dial.
WA R N I N G
!
To make sure that the seat is securely locked, try to
move it forward or backward without using the
adjusting lever.
1- To move to forward direction
2- To recline backward
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