2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION park assist

Quick index
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display” on page 3-
153.

These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON”.
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
Charging system warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.P.3-198
or
Brake warning light
If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking
brake is fully released.

If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, stop and check
the brake fluid level.

If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction.
Avoid hard braking and high speeds, and contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.P.3-196
or
Engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check
engine light”)
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing,
have the engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible. If the
vehicle is not drivable, contact emergency roadside assistance at 1-
888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for
vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or
local towing company for assistance.P.3-197
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Features and controls
Break-in period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 4
Keyless entry system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 9
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 17
Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 51
Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 55
“Child safety locks” for rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 57
Trunk lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 58
Inside emergency trunk lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 61
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 62
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 68
Sunroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 72
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 75
Steering wheel tilt lock lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 77
Inside day/night rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 78
Outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 80
Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 82
Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 85
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 86
Turbocharger operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 90
Clutch pedal operation (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 91
Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 92
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 94
All-wheel drive system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 116
Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 116
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 118
Anti-lock braking system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 124
Active stability control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 128
Limited-slip differential. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 132
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 132Brake assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 134
Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 135
Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 135
Tire pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 143
Instrument cluster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 149
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 153
Indicator light, warning light, and information
screen display list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 184
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 196
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 196
Information screen display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 199
Combination headlights and dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 201
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 210
Hazard warning flasher switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 211
Front fog light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 211
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 212
Electric rear window defogger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 220
Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 221
Link System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 222
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 222
USB input terminal (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 248
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 254
Ashtray (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 255
Cigarette lighter (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 257
12 V power outlet (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 259
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 260
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 264
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 268
Bottle holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 269
Assist grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 270
Coat hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 270
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Features and controls
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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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Features and controls
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Tachometer
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The tachometer shows engine revolutions per minute. This
allows the driver to determine the most efficient shift position
(manual transaxle) or (Twin Clutch SST) and engine speed
combinations.
This gauge also assists in evaluating engine performance.
Rheostat meter illumination button
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Each time you press this button, there is a sound and the bright-
ness of the instruments changes.NOTE
You can adjust to 8 different levels respectively for when
the front side-marker and parking lights are illuminated
and when they are not.

If the vehicle is equipped with the automatic light control,
when the light switch is in a position other than the “OFF”
position, the meter illumination switches automatically to
the adjusted brightness, depending on the brightness out-
side the vehicle.

The brightness level of the instruments is stored when the
ignition switch is turned off.

If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1
second when the front side-marker and parking lights are
illuminated, the brightness level changes to the maximum
level. Pressing and holding the button for longer than
about 1 second again returns the brightness level to the
previous level.
CAUTION
!
The red zone indicates an engine speed beyond the
range of safe operation.
Select the correct shift position (manual transaxle)
or (Twin Clutch SST) to control the engine speed so
that the tachometer indicator does not enter the red
zone
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3-190 Features and controls
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Immobilizer is registered. Refer to “Customer key programming
(Except for vehicles sold in Canada)” on
page 3-7.
Refer to “Customer F.A.S.T.-key program-
ming (Except for vehicles sold in Canada)”
on page 3-41.

The brake fluid level is low.

There is a fault in the brake system.
Park the vehicle in a safe place and
inspect it.

If the light still illuminates after the
inspection, contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facil-
ity of your choice for assistance.
Refer to “Brake warning display” on
page 3-199.

There is a fault in the Anti-lock brak-
ing system.
Avoid sudden braking and high-speed
driving, park the vehicle in a safe
place, and take corrective measures.
Refer to “Anti-lock braking system
warning light / display” on page 3-125.

The tire pressure in one of the tires
(except spare tire) is low.Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light / display” on page 3-144.

There is a fault in the Tire pressure
monitoring system.Refer to “Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light / display” on page 3-144.
Screen
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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3-230 Features and controls
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Connecting the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface and
Bluetooth
® device
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Before you can make or receive hands-free calls or play music
using the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface function, you must pair the
Bluetooth
® device and Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.
NOTE
Pairing is required only when the device is used for the
first time. Once the device has been paired with the Blue-
tooth
® 2.0 interface, all you need is to bring the device
into the vehicle next time and the device will connect to
the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface automatically (if supported
by the device). The device must have Bluetooth
® turned
ON to connect.
Up to 7 Bluetooth
® devices can be paired with the Bluetooth
®
2.0 interface.
If multiple paired Bluetooth
® devices are available in the vehi-
cle, the cellular phone or music player most recently connected
is automatically connected to the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.
You can also change a Bluetooth
® device to be connected.
NOTE
Please go to following website for a lot of compatible
devices.
www.mitsubishifuse.com
Or contact Mitsubishi hands-free customer support at
(888)702-4100.
To pairTo pair a Bluetooth
® device with the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface,
follow the steps below.
NOTE
For assistance with pairing, please go to the following
website.
www.mitsubishifuse.com
1. Stop your vehicle in a safe area, put the gearshift lever in
the “N” (Neutral) position (manual transaxle), or the gear-
shift lever in the “P” (PARK) position (Twin Clutch SST)
and pull the parking brake lever.NOTE
You cannot pair any Bluetooth
® device with the Blue-
tooth
® 2.0 interface unless the vehicle is parked. Before
pairing a Bluetooth
® device with the Bluetooth
® 2.0 inter-
face, confirm that the vehicle is parked in a safe location.
2. Press the SPEECH button.
3. Say “Setup.”
4. Say “Pairing Options.”
5. The voice guide will say “Select one of the following:
pair, edit, delete, or list.” Say “Pair.”
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7-32 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Spark plugs
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Spark plugs must fire properly for good engine performance
and emission-control.
Do not reuse them by cleaning or regapping. Change them at
the mileage listed in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-
NANCE MANUAL”. NOTE
Use the spark plugs listed under “Engine specifications”
on page 9-7 or plugs that are exactly the same. Other
plugs could cause engine damage, performance problems
or radio noise.Fuel hoses
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Check the hose surfaces for any heat and mechanical damage,
hard and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts and abrasions. Pay
special attention to the hoses closest to high heat sources such
as the exhaust manifold. Check all the hose connections, such
as clamps and couplings, to make sure they are secure and that
there are no leaks. If you see any wear or damage, replace the
hoses immediately.Intake valve clearance
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Have the valve clearance checked at an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer at the mileage specified in the “WARRANTY
AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
If the engine sounds abnormally loud, have adjustments made
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Fuel system (tank, pipe line and connection, and
fuel tank filler cap)
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Check these regularly for damage or leaks in the fuel lines and
connections. Check the fuel tank filler cap for damage or loose-
ness. Pay special attention to the fuel lines closest to high heat
sources such as the exhaust manifold.
WA R N I N G
!
If you see a fuel leak or if you smell fuel, do not run
the engine. Any spark (including from the ignition),
flame or smoking material could cause an explosion
or fire. Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.
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Customer assistance/Reporting Safety Defects
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8 Reporting Safety Defects
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mitsub-
ishi Motors Corporation.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy cam-
paign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your dealer, or Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle
safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.To contact Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. call 1-
888-648-7820 or write to:For vehicles sold in CanadaIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has
a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport
Canada, in addition to notifying Mitsubishi Motor Sales of
Canada, Inc. You may write to:
To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. call 1-
888-576-4878 or write to: NHTSA Headquarters
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE
West Building
Washington, DC 20590Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Customer Relations Department
P.O. Box 6400
Cypress, CA 90630-0064
Transport Canada
330 Sparks Street
Tower C
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations Department
P.O. Box 41009
4141 Dixie Road
Mississauga, ON L4W 5C9
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