2012 MITSUBISHI ASX stop start

l
When the headlamps are turned off by the au-
tomatic on/off control with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position, the front fog
lamps (if so equipped) and rear fog lamps al-
so go off. When the headlamps are subse-
quently turned back on by the automatic on/
off control, the front fog lamps also come on
but the rear fog lamp stays off. If you wish to
turn the rear fog lamp back on, operate the
switch again.
l Do not place anything on the automatic light
sensor (A), and do not clean with a glass clean-
er. l
If
the lamps do not turn on or off with the
switch in the “AUTO” position, manually op-
erate the switch and we recommend you to
have your vehicle checked.
Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) au-
to-cutout function l If the following operation is performed while
the lamp switch is in the “ ”
position, the
lamps will automatically go out when the driv-
er’s door is opened. [Except
vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system]
The ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
or “ACC” position, or the key is removed
from the ignition switch.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.

[When the engine was started using the key]
• If the key is removed and the driver’sdoor is opened, a buzzer sounds at a high
pitch intermittently to remind the driver
to turn off the lamps.

[When the engine was started using the key-
less operation function] • If the operation mode is put in OFF andthe driver’s door is opened, a buzzer
sounds at a high pitch intermittently to re-
mind the driver to turn off the lamps.

l If the following operation is performed while
the lamp switch is in the “ ”
position, the
lamps will remain on for about 3 minutes
while the driver’s door is shut and will then
automatically go out.
[Except vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system]
The ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
or “ACC” position, or the key is removed
from the ignition switch.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC. NOTE
l The

lamp auto-cutout will not function when
the lamp switch is in the “ ” position.
l The

lamp auto-cutout function can also be dis-
abled.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
When you want to keep the lamps on: 1. In the following cases, turn the lamp switchto the “OFF” position.
[Except vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system]
The ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.
2. Turn on the lamps with the switch in the
“ ”
or “ ” position again, then the
lamps will remain on.
NOTE l When the engine was started using the key, if
the driver’s door is opened and the key is re-
moved, the lamp monitor buzzer sounds at a
high pitch intermittently.
The buzzer stops when the driver’s door is
closed. (The warning is also displayed on the
multi-information display.)
The buzzer stops in the following manner. Instruments and controls
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• Turn the lamp switch to the “OFF” posi-
tion.
• Close the driver’s door.
l When the engine was started using the key-
less operation function, if the driver’s door is
opened and the operation mode is put in
OFF, the lamp monitor buzzer sounds at a
high pitch intermittently.
The buzzer stops when the driver’s door is
closed. (The warning is also displayed on the
multi-information display.)
The buzzer stops in the following manner.
• Turn the lamp switch to the “OFF” posi-tion.
• Close the driver’s door.
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[When the engine was started using the key]
If

the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the
ignition switch while the lamps are on, a buzzer
will sound to remind the driver to turn off the lamps.

[When the engine was started using the keyless op-
eration function]
If the driver’s door is opened when the operation
mode is in ACC or OFF with the lamps illumina-
ted, a buzzer will sound to remind the driver to turn
off the lamps.

In both cases, the buzzer will automatically stop if
the auto-cutoff function is activated, the lamp
switch is turned off, or the door is closed. Dipper (High/Low beam change)
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When

the lamp switch is in the “ ”
position, the
beam changes from high to low (or low to high)
each time the lever is pulled fully (1). While the high-
beam is on, the high-beam indication lamp in the in-
strument cluster will also illuminate. Headlamp flasher
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The high-beams flash when the lever is pulled slight-
ly (2), and will go off when it is released.
When

the high-beam is on, the high-beam indica-
tion lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
NOTE
l The high-beams can also flash when the
lamp switch is OFF.
l If you turn the lamps off with the headlamps
set to high-beam, the headlamps are automat-
ically returned to their low-beam setting
when the lamp switch is next turned to the
“ ” position.Welcome light*
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This

function turns on the position and tail lamps
for about 30 seconds after the UNLOCK switch
(A) on the remote control transmitter is pressed
when the combination headlamps and dipper
switch is in the “OFF” or “AUTO” position (for ve-
hicles equipped with the automatic lamp control).
On vehicles equipped with automatic lamp control,
the welcome light function will operate only when
it is dark outside the vehicle. NOTE
l While

the welcome light function is operat-
ing, perform one of the following operations
to cancel the function. • Push the LOCK switch (B) on the remotecontrol transmitter. Instruments and controls
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Economical driving.......................................................................4-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Safe driving techniques ................................................................ 4-03
Running-in recommendations
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Parking brake................................................................................ 4-06
Parking.......................................................................................... 4-07
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment ................................4-08
Inside rear-view mirror ................................................................. 4-08
Outside rear-view mirrors ............................................................. 4-10
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 4-12
Steering wheel lock ...................................................................... 4-14
Starting..........................................................................................4-14
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)* .................................................... 4-16
Turbocharger operation* .............................................................. 4-18
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*............................................... 4-18
Manual transmission* ................................................................... 4-22
Automatic transmission INVECS-III Sports Mode 6CVT (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic
Control System III)*................................................................. 4-25
Electronically controlled 4WD system* .......................................4-30
4-wheel drive operation ................................................................ 4-32
Inspection and maintenance following rough road oper- ation.......................................................................................... 4-34
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles ..........................4-34
Braking......................................................................................... 4-35
Hill start assist* ............................................................................ 4-36
Brake assist system....................................................................... 4-37
Emergency stop signal system ...................................................... 4-38
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................................... 4-39
Electric power steering system (EPS) ..........................................4-41 Active stability control (ASC)*
.................................................... 4-42
Cruise control* ............................................................................. 4-44
Reversing sensor system*............................................................. 4-48
Rear-view camera* ....................................................................... 4-52
Cargo loads................................................................................... 4-55
Trailer towing ............................................................................... 4-56Starting and driving
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Economical driving
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For
economical driving, there are some technical re-
quirements that have to be met. The prerequisite
for low fuel consumption is a properly adjusted en-
gine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle
and the most economical operation, we recommend
you to have the vehicle checked at regular intervals
in accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas and
noise are highly influenced by personal driving hab-
its as well as the particular operating conditions.
The following points should be observed in order
to minimize wear of brakes, tyres and engine as
well as to reduce environmental pollution.
Starting the engine
Avoid sudden acceleration and sudden starts, as
they will increase fuel consumption.
Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and engine
speed. Always use the highest shift position possible.
Selecting the 4WD drive mode (4WD
vehicles)
The drive mode-selector should be set to “2WD”
when driving on normal roads and express ways to
obtain best possible fuel economy.
City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping increases the aver-
age fuel consumption. Use roads with smooth traf-
fic flow whenever possible. When driving on con-
gested roads, avoid use of a low shift position at
high engine speeds. Idling
The
vehicle consumes fuel even during idling.
Avoid extended idling whenever possible.
Speed
At higher vehicle speed, more fuel is consumed.
Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight release of
the accelerator pedal will save a significant amount
of fuel.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular inter-
vals. Low tyre inflation pressure increases road re-
sistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low
tyre pressures adversely affect tyre wear and driv-
ing stability.
Cargo loads
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the lug-
gage compartment. Especially during city driving
where frequent starting and stopping is necessary,
the increased weight of the vehicle will greatly af-
fect fuel consumption. Also avoid driving with un-
necessary luggage or carriers, etc., on the roof; the
increased air resistance will increase fuel consump-
tion.
Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also caused by
keeping a hot engine running. After the engine is
started, commence driving as soon as possible.
Air conditioning
The use of the air conditioning will increase the
fuel consumption. Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving
after drinking alcohol is one of the most fre-
quent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even
with blood alcohol levels far below the legal mini-
mum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride
with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or
a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not
make you sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs af-
fect your alertness, perception and reaction time.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driv-
ing while under the influence of any of these medi-
cations. WARNING
l NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your

perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired. Starting and driving
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Parking brake
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To
park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete
stop, fully engage the parking brake.
To apply 1- Firmly
depress and hold the brake pedal,
then pull the lever up without pushing the but-
ton at the end of hand grip. CAUTION
l
When
you intend to apply the parking
brake, firmly press the brake pedal to
bring the vehicle to a complete stop be-
fore pulling the parking brake lever. Pull-
ing the parking brake lever with the vehi-
cle moving could make the rear wheels
lock up, thereby making the vehicle unsta-
ble. It could also make the parking brake
malfunction. NOTE
l Apply

sufficient force to the parking brake
lever to hold the vehicle stationary after the
foot brake is released.
l If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle
stationary after the foot brake is released,
have your vehicle checked immediately.
To release 1- Firmly
depress and hold the brake pedal,
then pull the lever up slightly.
2- Push the button at the end of hand grip.
3- Lower the lever fully. CAUTION
l
Before
driving, be sure that the parking
brake is fully released and brake warning
lamp is off.
If you drive without the parking brake
fully released, the warning display will ap-
pear on the information screen in the mul-
ti-information display.
If a vehicle is driven without releasing the
parking brake, the brake will be overhea-
ted, resulting in ineffective braking and
possible brake failure.
Warning lamp Warning display type 1
Warning display type 2Starting and driving
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If you want to stop automatic mode, press
the switch (3) and the indicator will go off.
To return to automatic mode, press the
switch again or perform the following opera-
tion.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless
operation system]
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
tion after turning to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position.
[For vehicles equipped with the keyless oper-
ation system] Put the operation mode in ON
after putting the operation mode in OFF. Outside rear-view mirrors
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To adjust the mirror position E00601000642
The outside rear-view mirrors can be operated
when

the ignition switch or the operation mode is
in ON or ACC. WARNING
l Do
not attempt to adjust the rear-view
mirrors while driving. This can be danger-
ous.
Always adjust the mirrors before driving.
l Your vehicle is equipped with convex
type mirrors.
Please take into consideration, that ob-
jects you see in the mirror will look small-
er and farther away compared to a nor-
mal flat mirror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate dis-
tance of following vehicles when changing
lanes. 1. Place
the lever (A) to the same side as the mir-
ror whose adjustment is desired.
Except for vehicles equipped with the mirror
retractor switch
Vehicles equipped with the mirror retractor switch L- Left outside mirror adjustment
R- Right outside mirror adjustment
2. Press

the switch (B) to the left, right, up or
down to adjust the mirror position. 1- Up
2- Down
3- Right
4- Left
3. Return the lever (A) back to the middle posi- tion (•).
Retracting and extending the outside
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The outside mirror can be folded in towards the
side

window to prevent damage when parking in
narrow areas. Starting and driving
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NOTE
l Functions
can be modified as stated below.
Consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details. • Automatically extend when the followingoperation is performed.
[Except for vehicles equipped with key-
less operation system]
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or
“ACC” position.
[Vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
Put the operation mode in ON or ACC.
• Automatically retract when the driver’s door is opened after turning the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position or putting
the operation mode in OFF.
• Automatically extend when the vehicle speed reaches 30 km/h (19 mph).
• Deactivate the automatic extension func- tion.
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To demist or defrost the outside rear-view mirrors,
press the rear window demister switch.
The

indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the
demister is on. The heater will be turned off automatically in about
20 minutes. Ignition switch
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[For

vehicles equipped with keyless operation
system]
For information on operations for vehicles equip-
ped with the keyless operation system, refer to
“Keyless operation system: Engine switch” on
page 1-12.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system] LOCK
The

engine is stopped and the steering wheel
locked. The key can only be inserted and removed
in this position.
ACC
The engine is stopped, but the audio system and oth-
er electric devices can be operated.
ON
The engine is running, and all the vehicle’s electri-
cal devices can be operated. Starting and driving
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START
The
starter motor operates. After the engine has star-
ted, release the key and it will automatically return
to the “ON” position.
NOTE
l Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code transmitted
by the transponder inside the key must match
the code registered in the immobilizer com-
puter.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft
starting system)” on page 1-03.
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After about 30 minutes has elapsed with the igni-
tion

switch in the “ACC” position, the function au-
tomatically cuts out the power for the audio system
and other electric devices that can be operated with
that position.
When the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC”
position, the power is supplied again to those devi-
ces.
NOTE
l It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• The time until the power cuts out can bechanged to about 60 minutes. • The
ACC power auto-cutout function can
be deactivated.
For details, we recommend you to con-
sult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make
the adjustment.
Refer to the separate owner’s manual for
details.
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1. Set
the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) po-
sition (CVT).
2. Push the key in at the “ACC” position and keep it depressed until it is turned to the
“LOCK” position and remove it. CAUTION
l
Do
not remove the ignition key from the
ignition switch while driving. The steer-
ing wheel will be locked, causing loss of
control.
l If the engine is stopped while driving, the
brake servomechanism will cease to func-
tion and braking efficiency will deterio-
rate. Also, the power steering system will
not function and it will require greater
manual effort to operate the steering.
l Do not leave the key in the “ON” position
for a long time when the engine is not run-
ning, doing so will cause the battery to be
discharged.
l Do not turn the key to the “START” posi-
tion while the engine is running. Doing so
could damage the starter motor. Starting and driving
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