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NOTEAn operation noise may be emitted from the engine com-
partment in the following situations. The sound is associ-
ated with checking the operations of the ASC. At this
time, you may feel a shock from the brake pedal if you
depress it. These do not indicate a malfunction.
• When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON.
• When the vehicle is driven for a while after the engine is
turned on.
When the ASC is activated, you may feel a vibration in
the vehicle body or hear a whining sound from the engine
compartment.
This indicates that the system is operating normally. It
does not indicate a malfunction.
When the anti-lock braking system warning light is illu-
minated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the
drive wheels from spinning excessive, thus helping the vehicle
to start moving from a stopped condition. It also provides suffi-
cient driving force and steering performance as the vehicle
turns while pressing the acceleration pedal.Skid control function
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver main-
tain control of the vehicle on slippery roads or during rapid
steering maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output
and the brake on each wheel.NOTEThe skid control function operates at speeds of about 9
mph (15 km/h) or higher.
CAUTION
!When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be
sure to install snow tires and drive the vehicle at
moderate speeds.
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ASC operation display or ASC OFF display
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NOTEThe combination of items shown on the display varies
depending on the vehicle model.
NOTEThe display/indicator may turn on when you start the
engine. This means that the battery voltage momentarily
dropped when the engine was started. It does not indicate
a malfunction, provided that the display goes out immedi-
ately.
When a compact spare tire has been put on your vehicle,
the gripping ability of the tire will be lower, making it
more likely that the display/indicator will blink.
-ASC operation display/ASC indicator
The display/indicator will blink when the ASC is operat-
ing.
- ASC OFF display/ASC OFF indicator
This display/incicator will turn on when the ASC is
turned off with the “ASC OFF” switch.
CAUTION
!
When display/indicator blinks, ASC is operating,
which means that the road is slippery or that your
vehicle’s wheels are beginning to slip. If this hap-
pens, drive slower with less accelerator input.If the temperature in the braking system continues
to increase due to continuous brake control on a
slippery road surface, the display/indicator will
blink. To prevent the brake system from overheat-
ing, the brake control of the traction control func-
tion will be temporarily suspended.
The engine control of the traction control function
and normal brake operation will not be affected.
Park your vehicle in a safe place. When the temper-
ature in the braking system has come down, the
display/indicator will be turned off and the traction
control function will start operating again.
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Cruise control
(if so equipped)
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Cruise control is an automatic speed control system that keeps
a set speed. It can be activated at speeds from about 25 mph
(40 km/h). Cruise control does not work at speeds below about
25 mph (40 km/h).NOTE
Cruise control may not be able to keep your speed on
uphills or downhills.
Your speed may decrease on a steep uphill. You may use
the accelerator pedal if you want to stay at your set speed.
Your speed may increase to more than the set speed on a
steep downhill. You have to use the brake to control your
speed. As a result, the set speed driving is deactivated.
Cruise control switches
CAUTION
!When you do not wish to drive at a set speed, turn
off the cruise control for safety.Do not use cruise control when driving conditions
will not allow you to stay at the same speed, such as
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy,
snow-covered, wet, slippery, on a steep downhill
slope.On vehicles equipped with manual transaxle, do not
move the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) posi-
tion while driving at a set speed without depressing
the clutch pedal. The engine will run too fast and
might be damaged.
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To decrease the set speed
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There are 2 ways to decrease the set speed.“COAST SET” switchPress and hold the “COAST SET” switch (B) while driving at
the set speed, and your speed will slow down gradually.
When you reach your desired speed, release the switch. Your
new cruising speed is now set. To slow down your speed in small amounts, press the “COAST
SET” switch for less than about 1 second and release it.
Each time you press the “COAST SET” switch, your vehicle
will slow down by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Brake pedalWhile driving at the set speed, use the brake pedal, which dis-
engages the cruise control, then press the “COAST SET”
switch (B) and release the switch momentarily to set a new
desired cruising speed.
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To temporarily increase or decrease the speed
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To temporarily increase the speedDepress the accelerator pedal as you would normally. When
you release the pedal, you will return to your set speed.
To temporarily decrease the speedDepress the brake pedal to decrease the speed. To return to the
previously set speed, press the “ACC RES” switch (C).
Refer to “To resume the set speed” on page 3-114.
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To deactivate
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The set speed driving can be deactivated as follows: Press the “ON OFF” switch (A). (Cruise control will be
turned off.)
Press the “CANCEL” switch (D).
Depress the brake pedal.
The set speed driving is deactivated automatically in any of the
following ways. When you depress the clutch pedal (on vehicles equipped
with manual transaxle).
When your speed slows to about 10 mph (15 km/h) or
more below the set speed because of a hill, etc.
When your speed slows to about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
less.
When the active stability control (ASC) starts operating.
Refer to “Active stability control (ASC)” on page 3-102. Also, the set speed driving may be deactivated as follow:
When the engine speed rises and approaches the tachome-
ter’s red zone (the red-colored part of the tachometer dial).
WARNING
!On vehicles equipped with continuously variable
transmission (CVT), although the set speed driving
will be deactivated when shifting to the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position, never move the selector lever to the
“N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving.
You would have no engine braking and could cause
a serious accident.
CAUTION
!When the set speed driving is deactivated automati-
cally in any situation other than those listed above,
there may be a system malfunction.
Press the “ON OFF” switch to turn off the cruise
control and have your vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
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Door ajar warning display screen (With ignition
switch or operation mode is in ON)
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Type 1
Type 2
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 3-138.
CAUTION
! Always make sure that the warning display goes out
before beginning to drive.
Type 1 Type 2
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3Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list
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Indicator and warning light list
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Type A
Type B
Type B1- Position indicator → P.3-177
2- High beam indicator → P.3-177
3- Charging system warning light → P.3-179
4- Turn signal indicator/hazard warning light → P.3-177
5- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-177
6- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P. 3 - 9 8
7- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P.3-116
8- Brake warning light → P.3-177
9- Cruise control indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-10810- Seat belt reminder/warning light
→ P.2-26
11- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P.2-52
12- ECO mode indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-177
13- Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) → P.3-178
14- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-105
15- Active stability control (ASC) indicator → P.3-105
16- Information screen display list → P.3-163
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