2012 MITSUBISHI GALANT light

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5. Hold down both buttons until the indicator light on
HomeLink
® flashes, changing from a “slow blink” to a
“rapidly flashing blink”. This could take up to 90 seconds.
When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may
be released. The rapidly flashing light indicates successful
programming. Press and hold Homelink
® button and
observe the indicator light.
6. If the indicator light on HomeLink
® blinks rapidly for 2
seconds and then turns solid, HomeLink
® has picked up a
“rolling code” garage door opener signal. Now continue
with the next steps to train HomeLink® to complete the
programming.
7. Press and release the “smart” or “learn” program button
located on the garage door opener’s motor to activate the
“training mode”. This button is usually located near the
antenna wire that hangs down from the motor. If the wire
originates from under a light lens, you will need to
remove the lens to access the program button.
NOTE
Once you have pressed and released the program button
on the garage door opener’s motor and the “training light”
is on, you have 30 seconds in which to perform step 8.
Use the help of a second person for convenience to assist
when performing this step.
8. Quickly within 30 seconds of pressing and releasing the
garage door opener program button, firmly press and
release HomeLink
® button you’ve just programmed.
Press and release HomeLink
® button up to three times to
complete the training.9. To program the remaining HomeLink
® buttons for addi-
tional door or gate openers, follow steps 2-8 only.
NOTE
Do not repeat step 1 unless you want to “clear” all previ-
ously programmed HomeLink
® buttons.
If you have any questions or are having difficulty programming
your HomeLink
® buttons, please refer to the HomeLink
® web
site at: www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.
Programming HomeLink
® for Canadian custom-
ers
Prior to 1992, D.O.C regulations required hand-held transmit-
ters to stop transmitting after 2 seconds. To program your
hand-held transmitter to HomeLink
®, continue to press and
hold HomeLink
® button (note steps 2 through 4 under “Pro-
gramming HomeLink
®”) while you press and re-press
(“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter every 2 seconds until the
indicator light flashes rapidly (indicating successful program-
ming).
Operating HomeLink
®
To operate, simply press the appropriate programmed
HomeLink
® button. The red indicator light will illuminate
while the signal is being transmitted.
Programming trouble diagnosisIf HomeLink
® does not quickly learn the hand-held transmitter
information:

Replace the hand-held transmitter batteries with new bat-
teries.
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3

Position the hand-held transmitter with its battery area
facing away from HomeLink
® surface.

Press and hold both HomeLink® and hand-held transmit-
ter buttons without interruption.

Position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to 126
mm) away from HomeLink
® surface. Hold the transmitter
in that position for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink
® is not
programmed within that time, try holding the transmitter
in another position with the indicator light in view at all
times.
If you continue to have programming difficulties, please con-
tact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice.
Clearing the programmed informationTo clear all programming, press and hold the two outside but-
tons and release when the indicator light begins to flash
(approximately 20 seconds) individual buttons cannot be
cleared.Reprogramming a single HomeLink
® button
To reprogram a HomeLink
® button, complete the following.
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
® button. Do not
release the button until step 4 has been completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20
seconds), position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches
(50 to 127 mm) away from HomeLink
® surface.
3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button.4. HomeLink
® indicator light will flash, first slowly and
then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rap-
idly, release both buttons.
The new device can be activated by pushing HomeLink
® but-
ton that was just programmed. This procedure will not affect
any other programmed HomeLink
® buttons.
If your vehicle is stolenIf your vehicle is stolen, you should change the codes of any
non-rolling code device that has been programmed into
HomeLink
®. Consult the Owner’s Manual of each device or
call the manufacturer or dealer of those devices for additional
information. When your vehicle is recovered, you will need to
reprogram HomeLink
® with your new transmitter information.
General informationYour HomeLink
® 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 vehi-
cles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS- 210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
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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3-128 Features and controls
3Interior lights
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Reading lights
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Push the reading light switch (A) to turn on the light. This light
produces a spot beam for convenient use as a map light.
Push the reading light switch again to turn the light off.
The reading light comes on when any door is opened.
When all the doors are closed, the reading light is dimmed
gradually for 30 seconds then goes off. However, the light goes
off immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

All the doors are locked using the power door lock switch,
or the keyless entry remote transmitter.
Reading lights
→ P.3-128 Dome light
→ P. 3 - 1 2 9
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NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors closed, the
interior lights come on for 30 seconds, then go off.

The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
Dome light
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The dome light can be operated by pushing the rear side of the
light.
The dome light comes on when any door is opened.
When all the doors are closed, the dome light is dimmed gradu-
ally for 30 seconds then goes off. However, the light goes off
immediately without being dimmed if:

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

All the doors are locked using the power door lock switch,
or the keyless entry remote transmitter.
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NOTE
If the ignition key is removed with the doors closed, the
interior lights come on for 30 seconds, then go off.

The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
Interior light auto-cutout function (dome light
and reading light)
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If any of the interior lights are left on with the ignition switch
in the “LOCK” position, the lights go off automatically after
about 30 minutes.
The lights come on again if the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” or “ACC” position, any door is opened and closed or the
keyless entry system is operated.NOTE
The interior light auto-cutout function can be deactivated.
The time until the lights automatically go off can be
adjusted. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For details, refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual.
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3 Accessory boxes
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Convenient storage space is located throughout the vehicle.
Glove compartment
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To open, pull the lever (A).NOTE
When the light switch is set in either the “ ” or “ ”
position, the glove compartment light illuminates. (If so
equipped)
1- Glove compartment
2- Floor console box/Tissue holder/Pen holders
WA R N I N G
!
An open glove compartment door can cause a seri-
ous injury to the front passenger in an accident,
even if the passenger is wearing his/her seat belt.
Always keep the glove compartment door closed
when driving.
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Driving safety
4-5
4 Vehicle preparation before driving
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the follow-
ing: Seat belts and seats
Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all
passengers are seated and wearing their seat belts properly
(with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints),
and that all the doors are locked.

Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while
still keeping good visibility, and good control of the steer-
ing wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the
instrument panel indicators for any possible problem.

Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

Make sure that infants and small children are properly
restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.Defrosters Check these by selecting the defroster mode, and set the blower
switch on high. You should be able to feel the air blowing
against the windshield.
(Refer to “Defrosting or defogging the windshield and door
windows” on page 5-12, 5-19.)
Tires Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or uneven wear pat-
terns. Look for stones, nails, glass, or other objects stuck in the
tread. Look for any tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check the
wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires (including spare tire) for
proper pressures. Replace your tires before they are heavily
worn out.
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement
should, therefore, be performed only by an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer.Lights Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on
and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and high-beam
indicators on the instrument panel. Fluid leaks Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for
fuel, water, oil, or other leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are
correct. Also, if you can smell fuel, you need to find out why
immediately and have it fixed.
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4-6 Driving safety
4Safe driving techniques
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and your safest driving,
cannot guarantee that you can avoid an accident or injury.
However, if you give extra attention to the following areas, you
can better protect yourself and your passengers:

Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather
conditions. Leave plenty of stopping distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and use your
turn-signal light.

While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicy-
clists, and pedestrians.

Always obey applicable laws and regulations. Be a polite
and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected
events, such as sudden braking.

If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle
registration laws and make sure you will be able to get the
right fuel.
Driving during cold weather
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Check the battery, including terminals and cables. During
extremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong.
Also, the battery power level may drop because more
power is used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs
at the proper speed and if the headlights are as bright as
normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. Dur-
ing extreme cold weather, it is possible that a very low
battery could freeze.

Warm the engine sufficiently. After starting the engine,
allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylin-
ders. Then drive your vehicle slowly.
Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle fluid has
time to spread to all the lubrication points.
WA R N I N G
!
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any
spark or flame can cause the battery to explode,
which could cause serious injury or death.
Always wear protective clothes and a face mask
when working with your battery, or let a skilled
mechanic do it.
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