2013 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK Owners Manual

3-300 Features and controls
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Type 2To use the cup holder, open up the lid.
For the rear seat
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This cup holder is located in the rear seat arm rest (A).
Pull the rear arm rest down to use the cup holder.
CAUTION
!
Do not drink beverages while driving your vehicle.
This is distracting and could cause an accident.
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Features and controls
3-301
3 Bottle holder
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NOTE
Make sure all lids are tightly closed when storing bever-
ages that are in plastic bottles, etc.

Some beverages may not be stored, depending on the size
and shape of the plastic bottles, etc.
There are bottle holders located on both sides of the front seats.
Rear shelf panel
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To install1. Insert the concave portion (A) on the underside of the rear
shelf panel into the inside protruding portion (B) on both
sides of the luggage compartment.
CAUTION
!
Do not drink beverages while driving your vehicle.
This is distracting and could cause an accident.
Vibration and shaking while driving may cause bev-
erages to spill. Be very careful, as spilling hot bever-
ages could cause burns.
WA R N I N G
!
To avoid obstructing your rearward view, never
place anything on the rear shelf panel. In the event
of sudden braking or an accident, objects placed on
the rear shelf panel could strike occupants causing
injury.
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3-302 Features and controls
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2. Hang the strap (C) of the rear shelf panel on the hook (D).To removeFollow this procedure in reverse to remove.
Dual height adjustable cargo floor board
(if
so equipped)
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To increase the capacity of the luggage compartment, the board
can be lowered.NOTE
Before handling the board, remove any luggage from the
luggage compartment.

When loading heavy luggage, the board must be set in the
lower position to avoid damage to the board.
WA R N I N G
!
Lightly push the rear shelf panel to make sure that
the concave portion (A) is set firmly in the protrud-
ing portion (B) on both sides of the luggage com-
partment. Unsecured rear shelf panel can strike
occupants causing injury in the event of sudden
braking or an accident.
CAUTION
!
The exhaust pipe remains hot for a while after stop-
ping the engine, so be sure not to touch it.
Do not stand behind the exhaust pipe when loading
and unloading luggage. The heat from the exhaust
could cause burns.
Handle the board with care so as to not injure your
fingers and your hands.
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Features and controls
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1. Raise the rear part of the board.
2. Pull the board toward you until the front part is lowered.3. Push the board in all the way with the front part lowered,
then set the board into place.
4. Make sure the board is set firmly in place.
5. Follow this procedure in reverse to return the board to its
original position.
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3-304 Features and controls
3Assist grip
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These grips are to support the body by hand while seated in the
vehicle.
Coat hook
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There is a coat hook on the rear seat assist grip of the driver’s
side.
CAUTION
!
Do not use the assist grips when getting into or out
of the vehicle.
The assist grips could detach and cause an accident.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not put a hanger or any heavy or pointed object
on the coat hook. If the curtain airbag was activated,
any such item could be propelled away with great
force and could prevent the curtain airbag from
inflating correctly. Hang clothes directly on the coat
hook (without using a hanger). Make sure there are
no heavy or sharp objects in the pockets of clothes
that you hang on the coat hook.
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Driving safety
Fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 2
Driving, alcohol and drugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 2
Floor mat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 3
Vehicle preparation before driving. . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 5
Safe driving techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 6
Driving during cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 6
Braking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 7
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 8
Loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 9
Cargo loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 13
Trailer towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 16
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4-2 Driving safety
4Fuel economy
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Fuel economy is dependent on many factors. Your personal
driving habits can have a significant effect on your fuel use.
Several recommendations for achieving the greatest fuel econ-
omy are listed below.

Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate
slowly and smoothly.

When parked for even a short period, do not idle the
engine. Shut it off.

Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.

Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures.

For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately
50 mph (80 km/h) when traffic, roadway and weather con-
ditions safely permit.

Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle lubricated
according to the recommendations in this manual.

Always keep your vehicle well maintained. A poorly
maintained engine wastes fuel and costs money.

Do not overload your vehicle.
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you
sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your
alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doc-
tor or pharmacist before driving while under the influence of
any of these medications.
WA R N I N G
!
NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are
slower and your judgment is impaired.
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Driving safety
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4 Floor mat
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The original equipment floor mat provided with your vehicle
was specifically designed for your vehicle. Always properly
position the floor mat and assure it does not interfere with
operation of the pedals. Always use the retaining clip on the
driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. When used, this clip
will help prevent the floor mat from moving forward and possi-
bly interfering with the operation of the pedals. To prevent the
floor mat from moving forward and possibly interfering with
the operation of the pedals, Mitsubishi genuine floor mats are
recommended.To install the floor mat
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1. Place the floor mat to fit the shape of the floorboard.
2. Align the floor mat with the installation holes over the
retaining clips.3. Secure the floor mat with retaining clips.
NOTE
The shape of the mat and the number of retaining clips
may vary depending on the vehicle model.
WA R N I N G
!
If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly
installed, it can interfere with the operation of the
pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unin-
tended acceleration and/or increased stopping dis-
tances resulting in a crash and injury. Always make
sure the floor mat does not interfere with the accel-
erator or brake pedal.
Always use the retaining clip on the driver’s floor-
board to secure the floor mat.
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