2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT Owners Manual

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“---” is displayed when the average speed cannot be mea-
sured.

The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(mph or km/h).
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.

Disconnecting the battery cable will erase from memory
the manual reset mode or auto reset mode setting for the
average speed display.Average fuel consumption displayThis displays the average fuel consumption from the last reset
to the present.
There are 2 types of mode settings as follows.
For details on how to change the average fuel consumption dis-
play setting, refer to “Changing the function settings (With
ignition switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.
The “ ” mark in the momentary fuel gauge shows the average
fuel consumption. (Type 2)
Manual reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information meter switch, these
calculations will be reset to zero.
When the following operation is performed, the mode set-
ting changes automatically from manual to auto.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position from the
“ACC” or “LOCK” position.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
Change the operation mode to ON from ACC or OFF.
Auto reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information meter switch, these
calculations will be reset to zero.

When the engine switch or the operation mode is in the
following conditions, the average fuel consumption dis-
play will automatically reset.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or “LOCK”
position for about 4 hours or more.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode has been set to ACC or OFF for about
4 hours or more.
NOTE
The average speed display and the average fuel consump-
tion display can be reset separately in both auto reset
mode and manual reset mode.

“---” is displayed when the average fuel consumption can-
not be measured.

The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.
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Average fuel consumption may vary depend on the driv-
ing conditions (road conditions, how you drive, etc.) The
actual fuel consumption may differ from the fuel con-
sumption displayed, so treat the fuel consumption dis-
played as just a rough guideline.

Disconnecting the battery cable will erase from memory
the manual reset mode or auto reset mode setting for the
average fuel consumption display.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
{mpg(US), mpg(UK), L/100km or km/L}.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.Momentary fuel consumption displayWhile driving, the momentary fuel consumption is shown with
a bar graph.
When the momentary fuel consumption surpasses the average
fuel consumption, the momentary fuel consumption is dis-
played with a green bar graph. (Type 2)
Be conscious of maintaining the momentary fuel consumption
above the average fuel consumption, it can help you drive with
the better fuel consumption.NOTE
When the momentary fuel consumption cannot be mea-
sured, a bar graph is not shown.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
{mpg(US), mpg(UK), L/100km or km/L}.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.

It is possible to cancel the green bar graph.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.
Function setting screenThe “Display language”, “Temperature unit”, “Fuel consump-
tion unit”, and “Average fuel consumption and speed reset
method” settings can be modified as desired.
For further details, refer to “Changing the function settings
(With ignition switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-
151.Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch or
operation mode in ON)
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Warning displayWhen there is information to be announced, such as a system
fault, a tone sounds and the information screen is switched to
the warning display screen.
Refer to the warning list and take the necessary measures.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch or opera-
tion mode in ON)” on page 3-171.
When the cause of the warning display is eliminated, the warn-
ing display goes out automatically.
Returning to the display screen from before the warning
display
Even if the cause of the warning display is not eliminated, you
can return to the screen that was displayed before the warning
display.
If you press the multi-information meter switch, the display
screen switches to the screen display from before the warning
and the warning (A) is displayed.
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NOTE
Warning display screens with a “ ” or “ ” mark dis-
played in the upper right of the screen can be switched. If
you want to switch the display, press the multi-informa-
tion meter switch as follows.
“ ”: Press lightly.
“ ”: Press for about 2 seconds or more.
Redisplay of a warning display screenWhen the warning is displayed, if you lightly press the
multi-information meter switch a few times, the warning dis-
play screen you switched from is redisplayed.Other interrupt displaysThe operation status of each system is displayed on the infor-
mation screen.
For further details, refer to the appropriate page in the warning
display list.
Refer to “Other interrupt displays” on page 3-179.Selector lever position display screen
(if so
equipped)
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Shows the position of the selector lever.
Refer to “Selector lever operation” on page 3-77.Outside temperature display screen
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Shows the temperature outside the vehicle.NOTE
The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(°F or °C).
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode in ON)” on page 3-151.

Depending on factors such as the driving conditions, the
displayed temperature may vary from the actual outside
temperature.
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ECO mode indicator
(if so equipped)
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This indicator will be displayed when fuel-efficient driving is
achieved.
Fuel remaining display screen
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Shows the amount of fuel remaining.NOTE
It may take several seconds to stabilize the display after
refilling the tank.

If fuel is added with the ignition switch or operation mode
in ON, the remaining fuel display may incorrectly indicate
the fuel level.
CAUTION
!
Running out of gas could damage the catalytic con-
verter. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon
as possible.Type 1 Type 2
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Fuel tank filler door markThe arrow (A) indicates that the fuel tank filler door is located
on the left side of the vehicle. (Refer to “Filling the fuel tank”
on page 1-4.)Fuel remaining warning displayWhen the fuel level runs low, the information screen switches
to the interrupt display of the fuel remaining warning display
and the mark (B) on the fuel remaining display flashes. If the
warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.
NOTE
On hills or curves, the display may be incorrect due to the
movement of fuel in the tank.Service reminder
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Displays the approximate time until the next recommended
periodic inspection. “---” is displayed when the inspection time
has arrived.NOTE
The service reminder time can be modified by an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, to adjust for severe usage,
etc. Refer to “Severe maintenance schedule” in your vehi-
cle’s Warranty and Maintenance Manual. For further
information, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
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1. Shows the time until the next periodic inspection.NOTE
Shows the distance in units of 100 miles (100 km) and the
time in units of 1 month.
2. This informs you that a periodic inspection is due. Contact
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice to have the system checked.
At that time, when the ignition switch is switched from
the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position or the opera-
tion mode is changed from OFF to ON, the warning dis-
play is displayed for a few seconds on the information
screen.
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3. After your vehicle is inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer, it displays the time until the next periodic
inspection.
To reset The “---” display can be reset while the ignition switch or the
operation mode is in OFF. When the display is reset, the time
until the next periodic inspection is displayed and the warning
display is no longer displayed when the ignition switch is
switched from the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position or
the operation mode is changed from OFF to ON.
1. When you lightly press the multi-information meter
switch, the information screen switches to the service
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2. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to display “ ” and make it
flash. (If there is no operation for about 10 seconds with
this indicator flashing, the display returns to the previous
screen.)
3. With this indicator flashing, if you lightly press the multi-
information meter switch, the screen switches from “---”
to “CLEAR”. After that, the time until the next periodic
inspection is shown.
NOTE
The “---” display cannot be reset while the ignition switch
or the operation mode is in ON.

When “---” is displayed, after a certain distance and a cer-
tain period of time, the display is reset and the time until
the next periodic inspection is displayed.

If you accidentally reset the display, consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
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CAUTION
!
The customer is responsible for making sure that
regular inspections and maintenance and periodic
inspections and maintenance are performed.
Inspections and maintenance must be performed to
prevent accidents and malfunctions.
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Door ajar warning display screen (With ignition
switch or operation mode is in ON)
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If any of the doors or the liftgate is not completely closed, this
displays the open door or liftgate.
If the speed increases to about 5 mph (8 km/h) or higher with a
door ajar, a tone will sound 4 times to inform you that a door is
ajar.
Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch or operation mode is in ON)
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1. Park your vehicle in a safe place.
Fully apply the parking brake and move the gearshift lever
into the “N” (Neutral) position (Manual transaxle) or the
selector lever into the “P” (PARK) position (CVT).
2. When you lightly press the multi-information meter
switch, the information screen switches to the function
setting screen.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch or
operation mode in ON)” on page 3-141.
CAUTION
!
Always make sure that the warning display goes out
before beginning to drive.
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