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Overview
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
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Combination headlights and dimmer
switch P.3-220
Turn signal lever P.3-229
Front fog light switch (if so
equipped) P.3-231
Supplemental restraint sys-
tem - airbag (for driver’s
seat) P.2-35
Horn switch P.3-241 Instrument cluster P.3-164
Cruise control switches (if so
equipped) P.3-149 Wiper and washer switch
P. 3 - 2 3 2
Fuses P.7-47
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter (if so equipped) P.3-104
Ignition switch P.3-84
Steering wheel tilt lock
lever P.3-79
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-35
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-242 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches (if so
equipped) P.5-134 Multi-information meter switch P.3-168 Except for RALLIART
Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-228
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch (if so
equipped) P.3-143
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Overview
Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter P.3-122
Wiper and washer switch
P.3-232
Cruise control switches
P.3-149
Ignition switch P.3-84
Supplemental restraint
system - airbag (for
driver’s seat) P.2-35
Horn switch P.3-241
Steering wheel tilt lock lever
P. 3 - 7 9
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-35
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-242 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches P.5-134
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Fuses P.7-47 Combination headlights and dimmer
switch P.3-220
Turn signal lever P.3-229
Front fog light switch P.3-231Multi-information meter switch P.3-168Instrument cluster P.3-164 RALLIART
Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 - 2 2 8
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch P.3-143
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Overview
Outside (Rear)
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Antenna P.5-148Tire inflation pressure P.7-32
Changing tires P.6-9
Tire rotation P.7-35
Wheel covers (if so equipped) P.6-20
Tire chains P.7-37
Tire pressure monitoring system P.3-158
Rear side-marker lights P.3-220, 7-56,
7-80
Rear turn-signal lights P.3-229, 7-56, 7-80
Tail and stop lights P.3-220, 7-56, 7-80
Tail lights P.3-220, 7-56, 7-80 Back-up lights
P.7-56, 7-80 License plate lights
P.3-220, 7-56, 7-84 Trunk lid P.3-59High-mounted stop light P.7-56 Except for RALLIART
Trunk lid OPEN
switch
(if so equipped)
P.3-21
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Quick index
3
If this problem occurs...
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Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key.
(When using a key to start the
engine)When using a key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.
P. 3 - 8 7 ,
3-88
Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST:
Check the position of the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch
SST).
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever
(Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.
(When using the F.A.S.T.-key to
start the engine)When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”.
Push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then
turn the ignition switch.Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles with CVT or Twin Clutch SST:
Check whether the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is
set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Place the ignition switch at the “ACC” position. Push the ignition switch in and turn
it.P.3-18
The F.A.S.T.-key does not operate.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F.A.S.T.-key) Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the doors and start the engine. P.3-34
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5
Problem
Do this
Ref. page
The engine coolant temperature
display “ ” in the multi-informa-
tion display is flashing.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.P. 6 - 5
The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud,
or snow.Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P.6-24
WA R N I N G
!When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck
position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The
rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly
lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring
bystanders.
Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wheels.
Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result
in overheating and transaxle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking
attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.
WA R N I N G
!
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General information
1-7
1
NOTEIf the fuel tank filler cap is not tight while driving, the
engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE
SOON” or “Check engine light”) may come on when the
onboard diagnostic (OBD) system performs a self check.
Always tighten the fuel tank filler cap until you hear click-
ing sounds.
The indicator will go off after driving several times. If the
indicator does not go off, contact your authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as
soon as possible.
Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
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This vehicle should not be modified with non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts. Mitsubishi Motors designs and manufac-
tures high quality vehicles with an emphasis on safety and
durability. Modifications using non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine
parts may affect the performance, safety and/or durability of
your vehicle, and may violate applicable state and/or federal
regulations.
DAMAGE OR PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS RESULT-
ING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO OR RACING OF
YOUR VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WAR-
RANTY.
Examples of modifications to your vehicle that can cause dam-
age or performance problems include the following:
Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts
Failure to use required fuel and fluids
Failure to use proper size tires and wheels
Modification of the fuel, intake, exhaust, emission, sus-
pension, engine, drive train or electrical wiring systems
Modification of any onboard computer/control module,
including reprogramming, or replacing/adding chips to
any onboard computer/control module
Review the Warranty and Maintenance Manual for further
details regarding warranty coverage.
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1-8 General information
1
Installation of accessories
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The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should
only be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in
the driving area and in accordance with the guidelines and
warnings contained within the documents accompanying
this vehicle.
Only Mitsubishi Motors approved accessories should be
fitted to your vehicle.
Improper installation of electrical parts could cause fire.
Refer to the “Modification/alterations to the electrical or
fuel systems” section within this owner’s manual.
Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle with-
out an external antenna may cause electrical system inter-
ference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle operation.
Tires and wheels which do not meet specifications must
not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for information
regarding wheel and tire sizes.
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.
CAUTION
!Before any electrical or electronic accessories are
installed, consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.
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.
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Seat and restraint systems
2-3
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.Except for RECARO seat RECARO seat
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