2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL transmission

Driving safety
4-9
4 Loading information
N00629900352
It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can
carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and
includes the weight of all occupants, cargo (including the roof
load), non-factory-installed options, and the tongue weight of
the trailer, if any, being towed. The tire and loading informa-
tion placard located on the driver’s door sill of your vehicle
will show how much weight it may properly carry.
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms
before loading your vehicle:

Vehicle maximum load on the tire: load on an individual
tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share
of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by
two.

Vehicle normal load on the tire: load on an individual tire
that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of
the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant
weight and dividing by two.

Maximum loaded vehicle weight: the sum of -
(a) Curb weight;
(b) Accessory weight;
(c) Vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) Production options weight.
Curb weight: the weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant.

Accessory weight: the combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as factory- installed equipment
(whether installed or not).

Vehicle capacity weight: the rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg) * times the vehicle’s designated seat-
ing capacity.

Production options weight: the combined weight of those
installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs
(2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride level-
ers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.

Normal occupant weight: 150 lbs (68 kg) * times the num-
ber of specified occupants (3 in the case of your vehicle)

Occupant distribution: Occupant distribution within the
passenger compartment (In your vehicle the distribution is
2 in front, 1 in second row seat)
WA R N I N G
!
Never overload your vehicle. Overloading can dam-
age your vehicle, adversely affect vehicle perfor-
mance, including handling and braking, cause tire
failure, and result in an accident.
*: 150 lbs (68 kg) is the weight of one person as defined by
U.S.A. and Canadian regulations.
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Comfort controls
5-137
5 General information about your radio
N00733900413
Your vehicle’s radio receives both AM and FM stations.
The quality of your reception is affected by distance, obstacles,
and signal interference.
This radio complies with Part 15 of Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.). Opera-
tion is subject to the following conditions:

The device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference recieved, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesirable operation.
Signal transmissionFM signals do not follow the earth surface nor are they
reflected by the upper atmosphere. For this reason, FM broad-
casts cannot be received over long distances. AM signals fol-
low the earth’s surface and are reflected by the upper
atmosphere. For this reason, AM broadcasts can be received
over longer distances.Weak reception (fading)Because of the limited range of FM signals and the way FM
waves transmit, you may experience weak or fading FM recep-
tion. When the broadcast is blocked by mountains or similar
obstructions, reception can be disturbed.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party meeting the above conditions could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FM AM
25 to 40 mile radius
(40 to 64 km)100 mile radius
(160 km)
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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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