2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ignition

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NOTE
The function will be activated again if the following oper-
ation is performed.
• If the doors and the tailgate are unlocked using the key-
less entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation.
• If the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” or “ACC”
position.Disarmed stageThe system will be disarmed if the following operation is per-
formed.

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

All doors and the tailgate are unlocked by using the key-
less entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation.
NOTE
If the UNLOCK button on the remote control transmitter,
or the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch is pressed when all doors and the tailgate are
closed and no door is opened within approximately 30
seconds, re-arming will automatically occur.

The amount of time after unlocking until the vehicle
relocks automatically can be adjusted. See an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.

Once the system has been disarmed, it cannot be rearmed
except by repeating the arming procedure.Testing the theft-alarm systemUse the following procedure to test the system:
1. Lower the driver’s window.
2. Arm the system as explained in “Armed stage”.
3. Make sure that the theft-alarm indicator comes on and
flashes for approximately 20 seconds.
4. Wait a few seconds and then unlock the driver’s side door
by using the inside door lock knob. Open the door.
5. Make sure that the horn (the siren for vehicles equipped
with the interior alarm sensor) sounds intermittently and
the headlights blink when a door is opened.
6. Disarm the system by unlocking all doors and the tailgate
by using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key
operation.
Disarm...by using the keyless entry system or F.A.S.T.-key
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Sub switch
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Each sub-switch can be used for it’s own passenger door win-
dow, unless the driver’s window lock switch is activated.NOTE
The rear door windows open only half-way.
Power window timer function
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The power windows can be run up or down when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
The door windows can be opened or closed for a 30-second
period after the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position. However, once the driver’s door or the front
passenger’s door is opened, the power windows cannot be
operated.
1- Close
2- Open
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3-76 Features and controls
3Sunroof
(if so equipped)
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The sunroof can be opened and closed with the ignition switch
in the “ON” position.
To openPress the switch (1), the sunroof automatically opens.
To stop the moving sunroof, press the switch.NOTE
The sunroof stops just before reaching the fully open posi-
tion. If the vehicle is driven with the sunroof in this posi-
tion, wind buffeting is lower than with the sunroof fully
open.To closePress the switch (3), the sunroof automatically closes.
To stop the moving sunroof, press the switch.To t i l t u pWhen the switch (2) is pressed, the rear sunroof raises for ven-
tilation.To t i l t d o w nPress the switch (3).NOTE
Be sure to tilt down the sunroof before closing the sun-
shade.
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Sunroof timer functionThe sunroof can be operated when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position. The sunroof can be opened or closed for a 30-
second period after the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC”
or “LOCK” position. However, when the driver’s door or the
front passenger door is opened, the sunroof cannot be operated.
Turn on the ignition switch again to operate.
Safety mechanismIf a hand or head is trapped in the closing sunroof opening, the
safety mechanism will cause the sunroof to re-open automati-
cally. The opened sunroof will become operational again after
a few seconds.
If the safety mechanism is activated 5 or more times consecu-
tively, normal closing of the sunroof will be aborted.
As an emergency measure, the sunroof can be closed bit by bit
until the sunroof is completely closed by repeatedly pressing
the switch (2).
After performing the emergency measure, consult an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE
The safety mechanism can be activated if the driving con-
ditions or other circumstances cause the sunroof to be sub-
jected to a physical shock similar to that caused by a
trapped hand or head.
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3-80 Features and controls
3Parking brake
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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully
engage the parking brake, and then move the selector lever to
the “P” (PARK) position.To applyTo deactivate
When parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the
curb on an uphill.
1- Pull the lever up without pushing the button at the end of
hand grip.
When the parking brake is set and the ignition switch are in
the “ON” position, the brake warning light in the instrument
cluster will come on.
Before driving, be sure to release the parking brake.
1- Pull the lever up slightly.
2- Press and hold the button at the end of the hand grip.
3- Push the lever downward.
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NOTE
When the selector lever is in the “R” (REVERSE) posi-
tion with the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the
rear-view camera image will be displayed on the left por-
tion of a type 3 mirror.
For details, refer to “Rear-view camera” on page 3-156.Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear
window.
To adjust the vertical mirror positionIt is possible to move the mirror up and down to adjust its posi-
tion.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
Ty p e 3
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Type 2When the headlights of the vehicles behind you are very bright,
the reflection factor of the rearview mirror is automatically
changed to reduce the glare.
Normally, use the automatic mode. When the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position, the reflection factor of the mirror
is automatically changed.NOTE
Do not hang items on, or spray glass cleaner on the sensor
(1), as reduced sensitivity could result.
Type 3When the headlights of the vehicles behind you are very bright,
the reflection factor of the rearview mirror is automatically
changed to reduce the glare.
Normally, use the automatic mode. When the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position, the green indicator (1) illuminates
and the reflection factor of the mirror is automatically changed.NOTE
Do not hang items on, or spray glass cleaner on the sen-
sors (2), as reduced sensitivity could result.

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
turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position after turning
to “LOCK” or “ACC” position.
(Back side)
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3-86 Features and controls
3Outside rearview mirrors
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only after making any seat
adjustments so as to have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.To adjust the mirror position
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The outside rearview mirrors can be adjusted when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.Move the lever (A) to the same side as the mirror you wish to
adjust.
Press the switch (B) to adjust the mirror position.
NOTE
After adjusting, return the lever to the “•” (OFF) position
(C).
WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mir-
rors while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driving.
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. The objects
you see in the mirror will look smaller and farther
away than they appear in a regular flat mirror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of
vehicles following you when changing lanes.
L- Left outside mirror adjustment
R- Right outside mirror adjustment
1- Up
2- Down
3- Right
4- Left
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