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Manual shift display
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In manual shift, the currently selected gear is displayed on the
multi-information display.
Operation of the Twin Clutch SST
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CAUTION
!Before selecting a position with the engine running
and the vehicle stationary, fully depress the brake
pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.
Do not release the brakes until you are ready to
drive away. The vehicle will begin to move as soon as
the Twin Clutch SST is engaged.Depress the brake pedal with the right foot.
Using the left foot could cause driver movement
delay in case of an emergency.To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the
engine at high rpms when shifting from the “P”
(PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position.Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot
is resting on the brake pedal will affect braking effi-
ciency, may cause premature wear of brake pads
and may cause engine damage.Use the gearshift lever in the correct shift position in
accordance with driving conditions.
Never coast downhill backward in the driving shift
position {“D” (DRIVE) or manual shifting} or coast
forward in the “R” (REVERSE) position.
Engine stopping and increased brake pedal and
steering effort could lead to an accident.
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DRIVING DOWNHILL
When traveling down steep grades, the computer may automat-
ically select a lower shift position. This function assists engine
braking efforts, reducing the need for using the service brakes.
Waiting
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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle
can be left in gearshift lever position and held stationary with
the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running, place the
gearshift lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and apply the
parking brake, while holding the vehicle stationary with the
service brake.
Prior to moving off after having stopped the vehicle, make sure
that the gearshift lever is in “D” (DRIVE) position or manual
shift position.
CAUTION
!Do not use the tendency of the vehicle to creep for-
ward in order to drive at low speeds up hills.
The transmission may be damaged and an accident
may occur due to the following conditions.
• The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature will rise
and can cause transmission damage.
• If the vehicle is continuously driven at low speeds
using the tendency of the vehicle to creep forward,
the vehicle will vibrate or the warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-
information display to alert the driver that the
Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature has risen.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid tempera-
ture rises even higher, the transmission protection
control will operate.
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as
if the gearshift lever was in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position and cause an accident.
If the warning display appears or the transmis-
sion protection control operates, refer to “When
warning display is showing” on page 3-99.
CAUTION
!Do not rev the engine unnecessarily while the vehicle
is stationary. Unexpected acceleration may occur if
the gearshift lever is in a position other than “P”
(PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).
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Parking
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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully
engage the parking brake, and then move the gearshift lever to
the “P” (PARK) position.
Do not keep the vehicle in a stopped position on an
uphill slope by depressing the accelerator pedal
instead of the brake pedal.
The transmission may be damaged and an accident
may occur due to the following conditions.
• The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature will rise
and can cause transmission damage.
• If the vehicle is kept in a stopped position by
depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the
brake pedal, the vehicle will vibrate or the
warning display will appear on the information
screen in the multi-information display to alert the
driver that the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature
has risen.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid tempera-
ture rises even higher, the transmission protection
control will operate.
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as
if the gearshift lever was in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position and cause an accident.
If the warning display appears or the transmis-
sion protection control operates, refer to “When
warning display is showing” on page 3-99.CAUTION
!
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What to do if the following occur with the Twin Clutch
SST
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If there is a malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST or engine elec-
tronic control module, the following may occur.
Twin Clutch SST does not shift.
Vehicle cannot move.
Twin Clutch SST acceleration is slow.
Vehicle does not creep.
“Shift shock” is large.
Shifting occurs at higher engine speed.
Response is slow.
If any of these occurs, perform the following procedure.
When warning display is showing
The temperature of Twin Clutch SST fluid is high.
Refer to “Warning display” on page 3-99 and follow the appro-
priate measures.
When the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) comes on or
blinking
There could be a malfunction in the engine electronic control
module.
Refer to “Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE
SOON” or “Check engine light”)” on page 3-197 and follow
the appropriate measures.When the gearshift lever position display is not showing
A safety device in the Twin Clutch SST has been activated due
to a possible malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST.
Refer to “If the gearshift lever position display is not showing”
on page 3-98 and follow the appropriate measures.
When warning display is showing or when no warning is
showing in the multi-information display
A safety device in the Twin Clutch SST has been activated due
to a possible malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST or in the
engine electronic control module.
Perform the following procedure.
1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the vehicle moves and accelerates normally after this proce-
dure is performed, there is no malfunction.
However, if the vehicle does not move or accelerate normally,
or if this problem occurs repeatedly, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice as soon as possible.
CAUTION
!When the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature is
high, the engine idle speed when the vehicle is
stopped may increase or the vehicle will have a weak
tendency to creep.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature
rises even higher, the warning display will
appear.
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Vehicles with steering wheel audio remote control switches
Each time the switch is pushed, the control mode changes in
the order “TARMAC” → “GRAVEL” → “SNOW” → “TAR-
MAC”.NOTEThe control mode can be changed while the vehicle is
moving.
The selected control mode is stored in memory even if the
engine is stopped.
However, if a battery terminal is disconnected, the control
mode stored in memory will be erased and the control
mode will be set to the “TARMAC” mode.
S-AWC control mode displayThe currently selected control mode is displayed on the multi-
information display.
In addition, when the control mode is changed, the selected
mode appears on the interrupt display screen of the information
screen in the multi-information display.
The control mode display will appear on the information
screen for a few seconds, and then the original screen will
return.Example: “TARMAC” mode is selected.
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S-AWC operation display
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The S-AWC operation status can be displayed on the informa-
tion screen in the multi-information display.
To display the status, press the multi-information meter switch
to change the information screen.
Refer to “Information screen (when the ignition switch is
“ON”)” on page 3-161.
CAUTION
!The S-AWC control mode display may flash under
aggressive driving conditions.
At this time, S-AWC control is temporarily sus-
pended in order to protect the S-AWC device, but
this will not affect normal driving.
After the vehicle is driven for a while, if the S-AWC
control mode display remains on, the S-AWC con-
trol will start operating again.
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Display exampleThe S-AWC operation status is displayed.
S-AWC warning display
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When there is a malfunction in the system, the warning dis-
play will appear on the information screen in the multi-infor-
mation display.
In addition, the S-AWC control mode display in section A will
go out at the same time.
AYC operation display
The amount of the yaw moment added by AYC is displayed as a
bar graph.
A, D- Clockwise yaw moment about the vehicle’s center of
gravity
B, C- Counterclockwise yaw moment about the vehicle’s center
of gravity
ACD operation display
The strength of the differential limiting action (center differen-
tial) of the ACD is displayed in section E of the meter as a bar
graph.
WA R N I N G
!Always concentrate on your driving first. Keep your
eyes and mind on the road. Distractions while driv-
ing can lead to an accident.
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NOTEIf the ambient temperature drops and the viscosity of the
AWC control fluid increases, the warning may be dis-
played.
At this time, S-AWC control is temporarily suspended,
but this will not affect normal driving.
After the vehicle is driven for a while, if the engine is
restarted after the AWC control fluid warms up or the
ambient temperature increases, the S-AWC control will
start operating again if the warning display goes out.
Anti-lock braking system
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The anti-lock braking system helps prevent the wheels from
locking up when braking. This helps maintain vehicle drivabil-
ity and steering wheel handling.Driving hints Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the anti-lock
braking system, leave a greater braking distance when:
• Driving on gravel or snow-covered roads.
• Driving on uneven road surfaces.
Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted to
situations where brakes are applied suddenly. This system
may also prevent the wheels from locking when you drive
over manholes, steel roadwork plates, road markings, or
any uneven road surface.
When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel
the brake pedal pulsation and the vibrations of the vehicle
body and steering wheel. It may also feel as if the pedal
resists being pressed.
In this situation, simply hold the brake pedal down
firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in
reduced braking performance.
CAUTION
!The system may be malfunctioning.
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Restart the engine and check whether the warn-
ing display and “SERVICE REQUIRED” go out.
If the warning display and “SERVICE
REQUIRED” go out, there is no abnormal condi-
tion. If the warning display and “SERVICE
REQUIRED” do not go out or appear frequently, it
is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but
we recommend that you have your vehicle inspected.
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