2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER transmission fluid

3-104 Features and controls
3Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

(if so equipped)
N00560200021
The CVT is capable of changing the engine speed to vehicle
speed ratio automatically and steplessly to suit driving condi-
tions in all phases of vehicle operation. It therefore realizes
smooth, shock-free operation and excellent fuel efficiency.DRIVING UPHILLThe transmission may not shift to a higher ratio if the computer
determines your current speed would be affected.
For smoother operation, the transmission may not shift if you
release the throttle while climbing a steep hill. This is normal
because the computer controls the shifting. After reaching the
top of the hill, your normal shift function will resume.DRIVING DOWNHILLWhen traveling down steep grades and using the brakes, the
computer may automatically shift to a lower ratio. This helps
engine braking efforts, reducing your need to use the brakes.
Selector lever operation
N00560300022
As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a
continuously variable transmission have a shift-lock device
that holds the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To
move the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position to
another position, follow the steps below.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.
2. Move the selector lever to the desired position.NOTE
The selector lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to
another position if the ignition switch is set to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position, or if the key has been
removed, or if the brake pedal is not pressed and held
down.
CAUTION
!
Automatic downshifts may not take place if the con-
tinuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid is still
cool immediately after you start driving. To cause a
downshift, depress the brake pedal or shift down
manually.
Always drive safely in accordance with road condi-
tions.
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3-108 Features and controls
3
Warning display
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Ty p e 1
or
Ty p e 2
or
When the warning display or the warning display
appears on the information screen in the multi-information dis-
play while you are driving, there could be a malfunction in the
CVT.
CAUTION
!
If a malfunction occurs in the CVT while driving,
the warning display or the warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-
information display.
In this case, follow these procedures:
[When warning display is showing]
The continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
is overheating. The engine control may activate to
lower the CVT fluid temperature, causing the
engine revolutions and vehicle speed to decrease, In
this case, take one of the following procedures.
• Slow down your vehicle.
• Stop your vehicle in a safe place, put the selector-
lever in the “P” (PARK) position, and open the
engine hood with the engine running to allow the
engine to cool down.After a while, confirm that the warning display is
no longer showing. It is safe to continue driving if
the display is no longer showing. If the warning dis-
play remains or flashes frequently, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
[When warning display is showing]
It may be that there is something unusual happening
in the CVT, causing a safety device to activate. Have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as
soon as possible.
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7
Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 8
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . .7- 16
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 18
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 20
Power steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 21
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 21
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 24
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 34
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 35General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 37
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 39
Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 39
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 40
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 48
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 78
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 79
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 81
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7-18 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
fluid
(if so equipped)
N00938100050
The continuously variable transmission (CVT) should be main-
tained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice to obtain the best perfor-
mance and longest life. It is important that the transmission
fluid is kept at the correct level.Fluid typeUse only “DiaQueen CVTF-J4” transmission fluid to ensure
optimum transmission performance.Special additivesDo not use any fluid additives to the transmission.
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00938400226
Whenever the transfer oil level is checked, add oil as necessary
to maintain the proper level. Fill or change the oil according to
the table.Fluid type
Lubricant Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5
Viscosity range SAE 80
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Specifications
9-11
9 Capacity
N01148000976
Item
Capacity
Lubricants
Fuel
(approximate)
Front-wheel drive vehicles 16.6 gal (63 L)
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 1-2All-wheel drive vehicles 15.8 gal (60 L)
Engine oil
2.4 liter
Oil pan 4.5 qt (4.3 L)
Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark (“star-
burst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, and API classification SM
can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
3.0 liter
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L)Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Power steering As required Genuine Mitsubishi Power Steering FluidAutomatic transaxle 8.7 qt (8.2 L) Dia queen ATF - J3Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 7.5 qt (7.1 L) Dia queen CVTF - J4Transfer oil .52 qt (0.49 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80Differential
Rear axle .53 qt (0.5 L) Hypoid gear oil API classification GL-5 SAE 80
Brake As required Conforming to Brake fluid DOT3 or DOT4Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch As required Multipurpose type grease NLGI Grade 2Engine coolant
{Includes .69 qt
(0.65 L) in
reserve tank}
Automatic transaxle 10.0 qt (9.5 L)
Dia Queen Super Long Life Coolant
Premium or equivalent*CVT 7.9 qt (7.5 L)
Washer fluid 4.8 qt (4.5 L) —Refrigerant (air conditioning)Refer to the “Air
conditioning label”
on page 9-2.HFC-134a
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Alphabetical index
2Power brakes 3-129
Service brake 3-128
Warning lights 3-210
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-49
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-11
Card holder 3-270
Cargo area cover 3-287
Cargo loads 4-13
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-75
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-126
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-212
Child restraint systems 2-50
Child safety locks for rear door 3-59
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-79
Outside of your vehicle 7-81
Clock 5-136
Coat hook 3-290
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-104
Fluid 7-18
,9-11Selector lever operation 3-104
Selector lever positions 3-109
Sports mode 3-110
Coolant (engine) 7-12
,9-11
Cruise control 3-142
Cup holder 3-283
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-56
Defogger (rear window) 3-236
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,5-
23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-220
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-73
,7-75
Doors
Lock 3-53
Power door locks 3-57
Driving during cold weather 4-6
Driving precaution 4-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-3
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-236
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Alphabetical index
3
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-5
,3-42
Electronically controlled 4WD system 3-114
Emission-control system maintenance 7-35
Engine
Compartment 7-7
Coolant 7-12
,9-11
Hood 7-4
MIVEC 3-33,3-41
,3-93
Oil and oil filter 7-8,9-11
Overheating 6-5
Serial number 9-2
Specification 9-9
Engine coolant temperature display 3-174
Engine hood 7-4
Exhaust system 7-38
F
Floor console box 3-280
Floor mat 4-3
Fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid 7-16
,9-11
Brake fluid 9-11
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid 7-18
,9-11
Engine coolant 7-12
,9-11
Engine oil 7-8
Power steering fluid 7-21
,9-11
Rear axle oil 7-19
Transfer oil 7-18
Washer fluid 7-19
,9-11Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-11
Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) 3-16
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Indicators 3-210
Replacement 7-62
Switch 3-226
Front seat adjustment 2-5
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-58
Front turn-signal light
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-60
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel hoses 7-35
Fuel selection 1-2
Tank capacity 9-11
Fuses 7-40
Fusible links 7-39
G
General maintenance
Maintenance 7-37
General vehicle data 9-6
Genuine parts 1-8
Glove compartment 3-277
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