2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK ECO mode

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When the CVT makes no speed change
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If the CVT does not shift while driving, or your vehicle does
not pick up enough speed when starting on an uphill slope,
there may be something unusual happening in the transmission,
causing a safety device to activate. Have your vehicle checked
at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice as soon as possible.
1. If your vehicle has difficulty moving uphill, shift the
selector lever into “L” (LOW) position (except for vehi-
cles with sport mode) or 2nd shift range of the sports
mode.
This method might not work depending on the type of
transmission malfunction.
2. Once the vehicle is moving on a level road, move the
selector lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.NOTE
When the warning display or the warning display
appears on the information screen in the multi-informa-
tion display, there could be a malfunction in the CVT.
Refer to “Continuously variable transmission (CVT):
Warning display” on page 3-100.
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Trans-
mission)
(if so equipped)
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The Twin Clutch SST is a transmission that, through integrated
control of the engine and transmission, is able to achieve both
the smooth shifting of an automatic transaxle and the accelera-
tion and fuel economy close to a manual transaxle. In addition,
the control mode can be selected from two types to suit the
driving conditions.
Together with manual shifting, the transmission is capable of
responding to a variety of driving circumstances.
Twin Clutch SST control mode → P. 3 - 1 1 6
Manual shift → P. 3 - 1 1 8
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Twin Clutch SST control mode
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Select the control mode from the following two types to suit
the driving conditions.
NOTE
When continuously driving on closed circuit tracks or at
other locations where the engine is operated at high
speeds and under a heavy load, the Twin Clutch SST fluid
temperature will have a tendency to rise.
In this case, if the temperature rises too high, the warn-
ing display will appear on the information screen in the
multi-information display to alert the driver.
If the warning display appears, be sure to refer to
“Warning display” on page 3-112 and follow the appropri-
ate measures.

The Twin Clutch SST control mode can be selected both
when “D” range operation is selected and when manual
shifting is selected.

If you select “SPORT” mode while the engine is cold, the
transmission may shift up at different speeds compared to
that when the engine is warm.
This is simply the operation of the control system to warm
the engine quickly. It does not indicate a malfunction.

For slippery road surfaces, such as roads with accumu-
lated snow, “NORMAL” mode is recommended for
smooth shifting at low engine speeds.
Tw i n C l u t c h
SST control
mode
Characteristic
NORMAL
(Control mode
when engine is
started)Control mode for normal driving on local
roads, freeways, and the like.
Smooth shifting is performed at low engine
speeds for economical driving with good ride
quality.
SPORTControl mode for driving on mountain roads,
roads with uphill and downhill slopes, and
freeways with long downhill slopes where
engine braking is necessary.
Compared to “NORMAL” mode, shifting
occurs at higher engine speeds and is quicker.
In addition, quick downshifting is possible
when the accelerator pedal is depressed for
quick acceleration or when the brakes are
applied.
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ACD control mode display
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The 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.
ACD 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 ACD control mode display in section A will go
out at the same time.
Example: “TARMAC” mode is selected.
CAUTION
!
The ACD control mode display may flash under
aggressive driving conditions.
At this time, ACD control is temporarily suspended
in order to protect the ACD device, but this will not
affect normal driving.
After the vehicle is driven for a while, if the ACD
control mode display remains on, the ACD control
will start operating again.
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System check screenWhen the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the
system check screen is displayed for about 4 seconds. If there
is no fault, information screen (when the ignition switch is
“ON”) is displayed.
If there is a fault, the screen changes to warning display. Refer
to “Warning display list (when the ignition switch is “ON”)” on
page 3-206.NOTE
The system check screen display varies depending on
your equipment.
Service reminderWhen the time for periodic inspection arrives, the warning dis-
play is displayed for a few seconds after the screen that is ini-
tially displayed when the ignition switch is turned “ON”. Refer
to “Service reminder” on page 3-183.
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Ty p e 2ACD control mode display screen
(if so equipped)
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The operation status of the ACD control mode is displayed.
Refer to “ACD control mode” on page 3-132.
Type 1 Type 2
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Outside temperature display screen
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Shows the temperature outside the vehicle.NOTE
The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(°F or °C).
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-187.

Depending on factors such as the driving conditions, the
displayed temperature may vary from the actual outside
temperature.Twin Clutch SST control mode display screen
(Twin Clutch SST)
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The operation status of the Twin Clutch SST control mode is
displayed. Refer to “Twin Clutch SST control mode” on page
3-116.ACD control mode display screen
(if so equipped)
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The operation status of the ACD control mode is displayed.
Refer to “ACD control mode” on page 3-132.
Fuel remaining display screen
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Shows the amount of fuel remaining.NOTE
It may take several seconds to stabilize the display after
refilling the tank.

If fuel is added with the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion, the remaining fuel display may indicate an incorrect
fuel level.
CAUTION
!
Running out of gas could damage the catalytic con-
verter. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon
as possible.Type 1 Type 2
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Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)
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1. Park your vehicle in a safe place.
Fully apply the parking brake and move the gearshift lever
(manual transaxle) into the “N” (Neutral) position, the
selector lever {continuously variable transmission
(CVT)} or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) into the
“P” (PARK) position.
2. When you lightly press the multi-information meter
switch, the information screen changes to the function set-
ting screen.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-176.3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Type 1 Type 2
CAUTION
!
For safety, stop the vehicle before operating.
While driving, even if you operate the multi-infor-
mation meter switch, the function setting screen is
not displayed.Ty p e 1
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NOTE
To return the menu screen to the function setting screen,
press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more).

If no operations are made within about 15 seconds of the
menu screen being displayed, the display returns to the
function setting screen.
4. Select the item to change on the menu screen and change
to the desired setting. For further details on the operation
methods, refer to the following sections.
Refer to “Changing the reset mode for average fuel con-
sumption and average speed” on page 3-188.
Refer to “Changing the fuel consumption display unit” on
page 3-190.
Refer to “Changing the temperature unit” on page 3-192.
Refer to “Changing the display language” on page 3-193.
Refer to “Changing the language on Mitsubishi Multi-
Communication System or Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface to
match the multi-information display (if so equipped)” on
page 3-194.
Refer to “Operation sound setting” on page 3-195.
Refer to “Changing the amount of time until “REST
REMINDER” is displayed” on page 3-197.
Refer to “Changing the turn signal sound” on page 3-198.
Refer to “Changing the momentary fuel consumption dis-
play (Type 2)” on page 3-199.
Refer to “Returning to the factory settings” on page 3-
200.
Changing the reset mode for average fuel consumption
and average speed
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You can change the mode condition for the average fuel con-
sumption and average speed display to “Auto reset” or “Man-
ual reset”.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-187.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
“AVG” (average fuel consumption and average speed set-
ting).
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3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch in sequence from A
(Auto reset mode) → M (Manual reset mode) → A (Auto
reset mode).
The setting will change to the selected mode condition.Manual reset mode

If you press and hold the multi-information meter switch
when the average fuel consumption and average speed are
displayed, these calculations will be reset to zero.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
from the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the mode setting
changes automatically from manual to auto.
Switching to auto occurs automatically. If switching to
manual mode is done, however, the data from the last
reset is displayed.
Auto reset mode

When the average fuel consumption and average speed
are being displayed, if you hold down the multi-informa-
tion meter switch, these calculations will be reset to zero.

When the ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for about 4 hours or more, the average
fuel consumption display and the average speed display
will automatically reset.
NOTE
The average speed display and average fuel consumption
display can be reset separately in both auto reset mode and
manual reset mode.

The average speed display memories and average fuel
consumption memories for auto reset mode and manual
reset mode are erased if the battery is disconnected.

The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.
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