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The time within which locking confirmation is possible
can be adjusted. See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the function can be adjusted on the screen.
For details, refer to the separate operation manual.To unlockWhile carrying the F.A.S.T.-key within the operating range,
you can unlock the doors and the rear hatch by F.A.S.T.-key
operation.
The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal
lights will blink twice and the buzzer will sound twice.
Also refer to “Door locks”, “Power door locks” and “Rear
hatch” on pages 3-52, 3-56 and 3-59 respectively.Press the driver’s door lock/unlock switch (A) to unlock only
the driver’s door.
Within about 2 seconds, press the driver’s door lock/unlock
switch (A) one more time to unlock all the doors and rear
hatch.
NOTESettings can be changed so that all doors and rear hatch
are unlocked automatically by pressing the driver’s door
lock/unlock switch (A) once.
Refer to “Setting of door and rear hatch unlock function”
on page 3-47.Driver’s door lock/unlock switch
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Press the front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch (B), or the
rear hatch OPEN switch (C) to unlock all the doors and the rear
hatch.
NOTEIf the doors and the rear hatch are unlocked when all doors
and the rear hatch are locked and no doors or the rear
hatch are opened within about 30 seconds, the doors and
the rear hatch will automatically re-lock.
The amount of time after unlocking until the vehicle re-
locks 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.
In cases such as the following, the F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
• A door or the rear hatch is open or ajar
• The ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK”
• The emergency key is inserted into the ignition switch
The doors and the rear hatch cannot be unlocked by using
the rear hatch OPEN switch for about 3 seconds after
locking.
The time within which locking confirmation is possible
can be adjusted. See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the function can be adjusted on the screen.
For details, refer to the separate operation manual.
Front passenger’s door
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NOTEFunction settings can be modified as stated below.
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.
• Activating the operation confirmation function (flashing
of the hazard warning lights) only during locking, or
only during unlocking.
• Deactivating the operation confirmation function (flash-
ing of the hazard warning lights) and buzzer.
• Modifying the number of flashes in the operation confir-
mation function (flashing of the hazard warning lights).
• Making the buzzer sound when the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment when all the
doors and the rear hatch are closed.
Ignition switch
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To prevent vehicle theft, no F.A.S.T.-keys other than those reg-
istered in advance can be used to start the engine. (Electronic
immobilizer function)
While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, the ignition switch can be
turned to start the engine.LOCK (PUSH OFF)The position where the steering wheel is locked.LOCK (PUSH ON)When the ID code verification inside the vehicle produces a
match, the ignition switch can be turned.ACCAllows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off.
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ONThe engine runs and all electrical accessories can be used.STARTEngages the starter. Release the ignition switch when the
engine starts. The ignition switch returns automatically to the
“ON” position.NOTEYour vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the F.A.S.T.-key
sends must match the one registered to the immobilizer
computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft
starting system)” on page 3-42.)
If the ignition switch is not turned to the “LOCK (PUSH
OFF)” position when the engine is not running, the ID
code cannot be verified and the engine will not start even
if the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position. If
this happens, fully return the ignition switch to the
“LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position, and start the engine
again.
To turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”
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Turn slowly after pressing the ignition switch.NOTETo turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK (PUSH
OFF)” position to the “ACC” position, push the ignition
switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions
and then turn the ignition switch.
The ignition switch cannot be turned unless the F.A.S.T.-
key is inside the vehicle.
Refer to “Operating range for starting the engine” on page
3-19.A- Steering wheel locked
B- Steering wheel lock released
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Warning activation
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With the F.A.S.T.-key, warnings are given through buzzers and
displays on the information screen in the multi-information
display in order to prevent mistaken operations or vehicle theft.
When a warning operates, be sure to check the vehicle and the
F.A.S.T.-key. A warning is also displayed if there is a problem
in the F.A.S.T.-key.If the following warning displays, contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer.
If the following warning display, the display goes off if correc-
tive action is taken.
The ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle cannot
be verified
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2There is a problem in the F.A.S.T.-key
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Someone may be carrying a F.A.S.T.-key with a
different ID code, or the F.A.S.T.-key may not be
within the operating range
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring sys-
tem” on page 3-28.
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A door or the rear hatch cannot be locked even when the
driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch or
the rear hatch LOCK switch is pressed.Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Key lock-in prevention system” on page
3-28.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Door ajar prevention system” on page 3-
29.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2Refer to “Ignition switch turn-off reminder sys-
tem” on page 3-29.
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F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK
(PUSH OFF)”, and a door is opened and the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment so that the ID codes
of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle can no longer be verified,
the warning display is displayed and the buzzer sounds 4 times
as a warning.NOTEThe F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system does not
function if the F.A.S.T.-key is removed through a window
without opening a door. This setting can be changed.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
The warning may display even if the F.A.S.T.-key is in the
operating range for starting the engine. The surrounding
environment or electromagnetic waves may make it
impossible to verify the ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and
vehicle.
Key lock-in prevention system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” posi-
tion, the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the passenger compartment, all
the doors and the rear hatch are closed, and someone tries to
lock the vehicle by pressing the driver’s or front passenger’s
door lock/unlock switch, or the rear hatch LOCK switch, the
warning display is displayed and the buzzer sounds for about 3
seconds as a warning, and the doors and the rear hatch cannot
be locked.
If all the doors and the rear hatch are manually locked and
closed while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH
OFF)” position and the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the car, the doors
and the rear hatch will automatically unlock and a buzzer will
sound for about 3 seconds.
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Steering wheel lock
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To l o c kTurn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To unlockTurn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position while moving
the steering wheel slightly.
NOTEIf the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the ignition switch
from “LOCK” to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steer-
ing wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the ignition
switch.Starting
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Tips for startingDo not operate the starter motor continuously for longer
than 15 seconds as this could run the battery down or
damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn
the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position, wait a
few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly with
the engine or starter motor still turning will damage the
starter mechanism.
If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 6-
2 for instructions.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the turbocharger]
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar
graph of engine coolant temperature display starts to
move. A longer warm up period will only consume extra
fuel.
[For vehicles equipped with the turbocharger]
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar
graph of engine coolant temperature display starts to
move. Driving before the bar graph moves may cause
deterioration of turbocharger performance and driveabil-
ity. A longer warm up period will only consume extra
fuel.
CAUTION
!Carry the key with you when leaving the vehicle.If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the ignition
switch to the “ACC” position to unlock the steering
wheel.
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