2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER service

Features and controls
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Passing acceleration
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To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) position (when
passing another vehicle) push the accelerator to the floor if it is
safe to do so in traffic conditions. The CVT will automatically
downshift.NOTE
In sports mode, downshifts do not take place when the
accelerator is depressed all the way to the floor.Waiting
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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle
can be left in selector lever position and held stationary with
the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running, the selec-
tor lever should be placed in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.

Do not rev the engine with the brake pedal pressed
when the vehicle is stationary.
This can damage the CVT.
Also, when you depress the accelerator pedal while
holding down the brake pedal with the selector lever
in the “D” (DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions
may not rise as high as when performing the same
operation with the selector lever in the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
To avoid transmission overheating, never try to keep
your vehicle stationary on a hill by using the acceler-
ator pedal. Always apply the parking brake and/or
service brake.
Unexpected acceleration may occur if the selector
lever is in a position other than “P” (PARK) or “N”
(NEUTRAL).
Before driving off from a stop, make sure that the
selector lever is in “D” (DRIVE) position or “Sports
mode” position.
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Features and controls
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3
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 3-114.
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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3-128 Features and controls
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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.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 3-113 and follow the
appropriate 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 3-215 and follow
the appropriate measures.

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 3-114.CAUTION
!
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Features and controls
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3 Limited-slip differential
(if so equipped)
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A limited-slip differential is applied for rear wheel differential.
The features of this limited-slip differential are described
below:
Just as with a conventional differential, the wheel on one side
is allowed to turn at a different speed from the wheel on the
other side when the vehicle is cornering. The difference
between the limited-slip differential and a conventional differ-
ential is that if the wheel on one side of the vehicle loses trac-
tion, a greater amount of torque is applied to the wheel on the
other side to improve traction.NOTE
Even if there is a difference in the amount of traction the
wheels can get, if both of them are spinning, the limited-
slip differential will not be effective.
Service brake
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Brake pedalOveruse of the brake can cause poor brake response and pre-
mature wear of the brake pads and linings.
When driving down a long or steep hill, use engine braking by
downshifting.
CAUTION
!
Never start the engine while one of the front or rear
wheels is jacked up and the other in contact with the
ground; doing so may cause the vehicle to jump for-
ward.
Continuously attempting to extract the vehicle from
snow, mud, etc. while using high engine rpm may
damage the limited-slip differential.
Using a compact spare wheel will adversely affect
the limited-slip differential; replace the compact
spare wheel with a standard size wheel as soon as
possible.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not leave any objects near the brake pedal or let
a floor mat slide under it; doing so could prevent the
full pedal stroke that would be necessary in an emer-
gency. Make sure that the pedal can be operated
freely at all times. Make sure the floor mat is
securely held in place.
CAUTION
!
It is important not to drive the vehicle with your foot
resting on the brake pedal when braking is not
required. This practice can result in very high brake
temperatures, premature pad and lining wear, and
possible damage to the brakes.
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3-136 Features and controls
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Power brakes
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Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes for more braking
force with minimal brake pedal effort.
Your brakes are designed to operate at full capacity, even if the
power assist is lost.
If the power assist is lost, the effort needed to press the brake
pedal is greater.
If you should loose the power assist for some reason, the
brakes will still work.
If the power brake unit or either of the two brake hydraulic sys-
tems stops working properly, the rest of the brake system will
still work, but the vehicle will not slow down as quickly.
You will know this has happened if you find you need to
depress the brake pedal down further, or harder when slowing
down or stopping, or if the brake warning light and the warning
display in the multi-information display come on.
Brake pad wear alarm
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The disc brakes have an alarm that makes a metallic squeal
when the brake pads have worn down enough to need service.
If you hear this sound, have the brake pads replaced at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
WA R N I N G
!
Never coast downhill with the engine OFF. Keep the
engine running whenever your vehicle is in motion.
If you turn off the engine while driving, the power
brake booster will stop working and your brakes
will not work as well.
If the power assist is lost or if either brake hydraulic
system stops working properly, take your vehicle to
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice immediately.
WA R N I N G
!
Driving with worn brake pads will make it harder to
stop, and can cause an accident.
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Features and controls
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3 Multi-information display
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The multi-information display displays warnings, the odometer, trip odometer, service reminder, engine coolant temperature, fuel
remaining, outside temperature, Twin Clutch SST control mode, ACD control mode, gearshift lever position, selector lever posi-
tion, average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, average speed, instrument brightness, etc.
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and units used on the multi-information display.
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With ignition switch is “ON”
position (Manual transaxle)
Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2
1-
Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position) → P. 3 - 1 6 9
2- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” posi-
tion) → P. 3-169
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF”
position) → P. 3 - 1 7 1
3- Door ajar warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position) → P. 3 - 1 7 3
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Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON”
position) → P. 3 - 1 7 5
5- Active stability control (ASC) OFF display screen (if so
equipped) → P. 3-175
6- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion) → P. 3-175
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON”
position) → P. 3-180
7- Outside temperature display screen → P. 3-182
8- Fuel remaining display screen → P. 3-182
9- Engine coolant temperature display (if so equipped) → P. 3 -
175
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3-168 Features and controls
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NOTE
The fuel units, temperature units, display language, and
other settings can be changed.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-187.

The display screen is different depending on whether the
ignition switch in the “OFF” or “ON” position.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position)” on page 3-169.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position)” on page 3-203.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch turned
from “OFF” to “ON” position)” on page 3-173.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-175.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-205.
Multi-information meter switch
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The multi-information meter switch is a button marked
“INFO” on the left side of the dash.
Each time the multi-information meter switch is operated, a
sound is emitted and the multi-information display changes
between information such as warnings, odometer, trip odome-
ter, service reminder, engine coolant temperature (Type 1),
average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, and
average speed and ACD control mode display (if so equipped).
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and
units used on the multi-information display by operating the
multi-information meter switch.
10- Twin Clutch SST control mode display screen (Twin Clutch
SST) → P. 3 - 1 1 9
11-
Selector lever position display screen (CVT) → P. 3-101
Gearshift lever position display screen (Twin Clutch SST) →
P. 3 - 1 1 1
12-
ACD control mode display screen (Twin Clutch SST) → P.
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3-170 Features and controls
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Odometer/Trip odometer
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Each time you lightly press the multi-information meter
switch, the display screen changes as follows:
Odometer/Trip odometer → Odometer/Trip odometer
→ Service reminder → Redisplay of a warning display screen
→ Odometer/Trip odometer .
Odometer
Shows the total distance traveled.
Trip odometer
Shows the distance traveled between two points.1-
Odometer (Type 1), Trip odometer
2-
Odometer (Type 1), Trip odometer
3- Service reminder
4- Redisplay of a warning display screen
Usage examples for trip odometer , trip odometer :
It is possible to measure two currently traveled distances,
from home using trip odometer and from a particular
point on the way using trip odometer .
To reset the trip odometer:
To return the display to 0, hold down the multi-information
meter switch for about 2 seconds or more. Only the currently
displayed value will be reset.
Example:
If trip odometer is displayed, only trip odometer
will be reset.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
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