2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT Transmis

6-22 For emergencies
6
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)Set the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position or put the oper-
ation mode in ACC and secure the steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope or tie-down strap. Never place the
ignition switch in the “LOCK” position or put the operation
mode in OFF when towing.
CAUTION
!
This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front
end.
Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with the front or
rear wheels on the ground (Type B or Type C) as
illustrated. This could result in the driving system
damage or vehicle may jump at the carriage.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use only Type D
or E equipment.
All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be towed with only
the front or rear tires on the ground even if it is in
“2WD” drive mode.
Do not tow continuously variable transmission
(CVT) vehicles with the driving wheels on the
ground (Type B) as illustrated. If the vehicle is
towed like this, the continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT) fluid may not reach all parts of the
transmission, thus damaging it.
If you tow CVT vehicles, use Type C, D or E equip-
ment.
If the manual transaxle is malfunctioning or dam-
aged, transport the vehicle with the driving wheels
on a carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.

[For front-wheel drive vehicle equipped with the
active stability control (ASC)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position or the operation mode in ON and
only the front wheels or only the rear wheels raised
off the ground (Type B or C), the ASC may operate,
resulting in an accident. When towing the vehicle
with the rear wheels raised, turn the ignition switch
to the “ACC” position or put the operation mode in
ACC. When towing the vehicle with the front wheels
raised, keep the ignition switch or the operation
mode as follows.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is in “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.
CAUTION
!
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Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 3
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 6
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 10
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 12
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . .7- 16
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 23
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 32
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- 69
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 70
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 71
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7-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Manual transaxle oil
(if so equipped)
N00938200152
Whenever the manual transaxle oil level is checked, add oil to
maintain the proper level, if necessary.
Refill or change the oil according to the table.Oil type
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
fluid
(if so equipped)
N00938100034
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.
LubricantDiaQueen NEW MULTI GEAR OIL
API Classification GL-3
Viscosity range SAE 75W-80
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Specifications
9-9
9 Capacity
N01148000947
*: similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid
organic acid technology
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
Oil pan 4.2 qt (4.0 L) Engine oils displaying the ILSAC certification mark (“star-
burst” symbol) on the container.
If these oils are not available, and API classification SM or
higher can be used.Oil filter .32 qt (0.3 L)
Manual transaxle 2.6 qt (2.5 L)DiaQueen NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API classification
GL-3 SAE 75W-80Continuously 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/Clutch (if so equipped) 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}7.9 qt (7.5 L)Dia Queen Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equiva-
lent*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
2Card holder 3-243
Cargo area cover 3-258
Cargo loads 4-13
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-50
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-93
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-184
Child restraint systems 2-31
Child safety locks for rear door 3-43
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-70
Outside of your vehicle 7-71
Clock 5-103
Clutch
Pedal free play 7-32
Coat hook 3-259
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-76
Fluid 7-14
,9-9
Selector lever operation 3-77
Selector lever positions 3-81
Sports mode 3-82
Coolant (engine) 7-10
,9-9
Cruise control 3-109
Cup holder 3-256
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-48
Replacement 7-61
Defogger (rear window) 3-208
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows)
5-14
,5-23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-5
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-193
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-50
Doors
Lock 3-38
Power door locks 3-41
Driving during cold weather 4-7
Driving precaution 4-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-3
E
Electric rear window defogger switch 3-208
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 3-4
,3-31
Electronically controlled 4WD system 3-86
Emission-control system maintenance 7-35
Engine
Compartment 7-6
Coolant 7-10
,9-9
Hood 7-4
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Alphabetical index
3
Oil and oil filter 7-7
,9-9
Overheating 6-5
Serial number 9-2
Specification 9-7
Engine coolant temperature display 3-142
Engine hood 7-4
Engine switch 3-22
Exhaust system 7-38
F
Floor console box 3-253
Floor mat 4-3
Fluid
Automatic transaxle fluid 9-9
Brake fluid 9-9
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid 7-14
,9-9
Engine coolant 7-10
,9-9
Power steering fluid 9-9
Washer fluid 7-16
,9-9
Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-9
Free-hand advanced security transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) 3-14
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity 7-48
Indicators 3-182
Replacement 7-58
Switch 3-198
Front seat adjustment 2-3
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity 7-48Replacement 7-55
Front turn signal light
Bulb capacity 7-48
Replacement 7-56
Fuel
Filling the fuel tank 1-4
Fuel economy 4-2
Fuel hoses 7-35
Fuel selection 1-2
Tank capacity 9-9
Fuses 7-40
Fusible links 7-39
G
General maintenance
Maintenance 7-37
General vehicle data 9-5
Genuine parts 1-9
Glove compartment 3-252
H
Hazard warning flasher switch 3-198
Hazard warning lights 3-182
Head restraints 2-12
Headlight leveling switch 3-196
Headlights
Bulb capacity 7-48
Dimmer 3-193
Headlight flasher 3-193
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