2012 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE light

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Features and controls
Break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 3
Keyless entry system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 7
Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 13
Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 15
Rear hatch (ECLIPSE)/
Trunk lid (ECLIPSE SPYDER) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 16
Inside rear hatch/trunk lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 18
Inside emergency trunk lid release
(ECLIPSE SPYDER) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 20
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 22
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 26
Sunroof (ECLIPSE only, if so equipped). . . . . . . .3- 28
Electric convertible top (ECLIPSE SPYDER) . . .3- 31
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 54
Steering wheel tilt lock lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 55
Inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 56
Outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 58
Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 60
Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 63
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 64
Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 66
Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 70
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 79
Anti-lock braking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 81
Active stability control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 84
Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 89Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 89
Tire pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 96
Rear-view camera (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 101
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 104
Indicator and warning light package . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 110
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 111
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 111
Multi center display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 114
Combination headlights and dimmer switch . . . . . 3- 125
Headlight levelling switch (if so equipped) . . . . . 3- 128
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 129
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 130
Front fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . 3- 131
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 132
Electric rear window defogger switch. . . . . . . . . . 3- 135
Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 136
Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface
system with voice recognition (if so equipped) . 3- 137
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 166
Vanity mirror (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 167
Power outlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 168
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 169
Glove compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 175
Floor console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 176
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 178
Rear shelf panel (ECLIPSE only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 178
Coat hooks (ECLIPSE only, if so equipped) . . . . . 3- 180
Luggage hooks (ECLIPSE only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 180
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NOTE
The key number (A) is stamped on the key number plate
as shown in the illustration.
Make a record of the key number and store the key and
key number plate in separate places, so that you can order
a key from your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer if
the original keys are lost.

The key is a precision electronic device with a built-in sig-
nal transmitter. Please observe the following in order to
prevent damage.
• Do not leave where it may be exposed to heat caused by
direct sunlight, such as on top of the dashboard.
• Do not take the remote control transmitter apart.
• Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to strong
impacts.
• Keep the remote control transmitter dry.
• Keep away from magnetic objects such as key holders.
• Keep away from devices that produce magnetism, such
as audio systems, computers and televisions.
• Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners.
• Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high
temperature or high humidity.

As your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobi-
lizer, the engine is designed so that it will not start if the
ID code registered in the immobilizer computer and the
key’s ID code do not match. Refer to the section entitled
“Electronic immobilizer” for details and key usage.
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system)
N00509100676
The electronic immobilizer is designed to significantly reduce
the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to
immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid
start attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain condi-
tions), using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been pro-
grammed to the vehicle’s electronics.
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General informationYour electronic immobilizer operates on a radio frequency sub-
ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Keyless entry system
N00509000851
Press the remote control transmitter buttons to lock or unlock
the doors and to open the rear hatch (ECLIPSE) or trunk lid
(ECLIPSE SPYDER).
It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic
alarm.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1-
LOCK ( ) button
2-
UNLOCK ( ) button
3-Rear hatch ( ) button (ECLIPSE)/
Trunk ( ) button (ECLIPSE SPYDER)
4- PANIC button
5- Indicator light
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To l o c k Press the LOCK button (1) to lock all the doors and the rear
hatch or trunk lid.
If the dome light switch is in the door position, the dome light
will blink once. The turn signal lights will also blink once. NOTE
If you press the LOCK button (1) after locking the doors
and the rear hatch or trunk lid, the horn will sound once to
confirm that they are locked.To unlock Press the UNLOCK button (2) to unlock the driver’s door only.
Press the UNLOCK button one more time to unlock all the
doors and the rear hatch or trunk lid.
If the dome light switch is in the door position, the dome light
will turn on for 15 seconds. The turn signal lights will also
blink twice.
To open the rear hatch (ECLIPSE) or trunk lid
(ECLIPSE SPYDER)Press the rear hatch or trunk button (3) twice within 5 seconds
and the rear hatch or trunk lid will be opened. The rear hatch or
trunk lid must be closed manually after it has been opened.Answerback function The keyless entry system answerback functions from the horn
and turn signal lights can each be turned on or off as desired.
This is done with the key removed from the ignition switch. NOTE
The answerback function will not operate when the key is
in the ignition switch.
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Horn deactivation/reactivation The answerback function can be set in the following three
ways.
Each time the answerback function is set, a tone will sound to
tell you the condition of the answerback function.
1. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.
2. Release the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons within 10 sec-
onds of pressing the UNLOCK button in step 1.Turn signal light deactivation/reactivation The answerback function from the turn signal lights indicating
when the doors and the rear hatch or trunk lid are locked or
unlocked can be turned on or off separately.
A tone will sound once when the function has been turned on,
and twice if it has been turned off.To deactivate/reactivate the answerback function for lock-
ing of the doors and rear hatch or trunk lid, take the fol-
lowing steps:
1. Press the UNLOCK button (2) for 4 to 10 seconds and
press the LOCK button (1) during this time.
2. Release the LOCK button and then release the UNLOCK
button within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button in
step 1.
To deactivate/reactivate the answerback function for
unlocking of the doors and rear hatch or trunk lid, take the
following steps:
1. Press the UNLOCK button (2) for 4 to 10 seconds and
press the LOCK button (1) during this time.
2. Release the UNLOCK button and then release the LOCK
button within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button in
step 1.
Using the panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you can acti-
vate the alarm to call attention as follows:
1. Press the PANIC button (4) for more than 1 second.
2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.
3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the remote con-
trol transmitter.
One chime: The horn will sound if the doors and the rear
hatch or trunk lid are locked with the keyless
entry system.
Two chimes: The horn will not sound, even if the doors and
the rear hatch or trunk lid are locked with the
keyless entry system.
Three chimes: The horn will sound if the doors and the rear
hatch or trunk lid are already locked and the key-
less entry system is used.
In this mode, the horn will only sound when the
keyless entry LOCK button is pressed again to
reconfirm that the doors and the rear hatch or
trunk lid are locked.
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NOTE
The indicator light (5) comes on each time a switch is
pressed.

The keyless entry system does not work if the key is in the
ignition.

The remote control transmitter can be used from about 40
feet (12 m) away. However, this distance may change if
your vehicle is near a TV transmitting tower, a power sta-
tion, or a radio station.

If the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed and no door or rear
hatch or trunk lid is opened within approximately 30 sec-
onds: relocking will automatically occur.

If the following conditions are observed after pressing the
LOCK (1) or UNLOCK (2) button on the remote control
transmitter, the battery in the remote control transmitter
may need to be replaced.
• The doors and the rear hatch or trunk lid cannot be
locked or unlocked.
• The panic alarm cannot be operated.
• The indicator light (5) is dim or does not come on.

If you lose your remote control transmitter, please contact
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for a replacement.

If you wish to obtain an additional remote control trans-
mitter, please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer. A maximum of 4 remote control transmitters can
be programmed for your vehicle.
NOTE
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency
subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada
Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Indus-
try Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions.
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Short stroke mechanism
N00553500022
The short stroke mechanism makes the doors easier to open
and close by raising and lowering the door window glass as the
doors are opened and closed.
When you pull a door handle to open a door whose window is
closed, the window will open slightly. While the door is open,
the window will remain in the slightly open position. When
you close the door, the window will return to its original posi-
tion.
In the unlikely event that the window remains in the open posi-
tion when you close the door, open and close the door again. If
the window still does not close, pull up the power window
switch to fully close the window with the door closed. After
releasing the switch, pull it up again for approximately 1 sec-
ond. The window glass should then return to its original posi-
tion. If it does not, have the vehicle inspected by a Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Power door locks
N00509300506
NOTE
Repeated continuous operation between lock and unlock
could activate the power door locking systems built-in
protection circuit and prevent the system’s from operat-
ing. If this occurs, wait about 1 minute before operating
the power door lock switch.To lock and unlock by the power door lock switchAll of the doors and the rear hatch or trunk lid can be locked or
unlocked by pressing the power door lock switch on the
driver’s or the passenger’s door. 1- Lock
2- Unlock
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3Rear hatch (ECLIPSE)/Trunk lid
(ECLIPSE SPYDER)
N00510000037
NOTE
Locking/unlocking of the driver’s door by using the key-
less entry system also locks/unlocks the rear hatch or
trunk lid.
To open
N00554100041
1. Press the rear hatch or trunk button (A) to open the rear
hatch or trunk lid. The rear hatch or trunk lid will pop up
slightly. Lift it from this point.
WA R N I N G
!
It is dangerous to drive with the rear hatch or trunk
lid open since carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter
the cabin. CO is an invisible, odorless gas that can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
CAUTION
!
Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading
and unloading luggage. Heat from the exhaust could
lead to burns.
ECLIPSE ECLIPSE SPYDER
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