2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT charging

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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display” on page 3-
129.

These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON” or the
operation mode is put in ON.
Warning lights
Do this
Ref. Page
Charging system warning light

Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for
assistance. P. 3-179
or
Brake warning light

If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking brake is
fully released.

If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, immediately stop and
check the brake fluid level.

If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction. Avoid
hard braking and high speed, and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance. P. 3-177
or
Engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)

Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, have the
engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible. If the vehicle is not drivable, con-
tact emergency roadside assistance at 1-888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in
U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or local towing company for assistance. P. 3-178
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3-162 Features and controls
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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There is a fault in the charging system.
Park your vehicle in a safe place as
soon as possible and contact an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice for assis-
tance.
Refer to “Charging system warning
light” on page 3-179.

There is a fault in the SRS airbag or the
pre-tensioner system.

Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “SRS airbag/Pre-tensioner
system warning” on page 2-52.

There is a fault in the Active stability
control (ASC).

Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “Active stability control
(ASC)” on page 3-102.

There is a fault in the Hill start assist.
Have the vehicle checked at an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice.
Refer to “Hill start assist” on page 3-
94.

There is a fault in the electronically
controlled 4WD system.

Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “Electronically controlled
4WD system” on page 3-84.
Screen type 1
Screen type 2
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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Features and controls3-179
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NOTE
Do not disconnect the battery cable when the engine mal-
function indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”) is on.
The engine electronic control module stores critical OBD
information (especially exhaust emission data), which
may be lost if the battery cable is disconnected while the
engine malfunction indicator is on. This will make it diffi-
cult to diagnose the cause of future problems.
Charging system warning light
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunction in the charg-
ing system or when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON. A
warning is also displayed in the multi-information display.
When the engine is started, the light should go out. Check to
make sure that the light has gone out before driving.

If the engine malfunction indicator comes on while
the engine is running, avoid driving at high speeds.
During vehicle operation with the indicator on, the
vehicle may not accelerate when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
When the vehicle is stationary with the indicator on,
you must depress the brake pedal more firmly than
usual since the engine idling speed is higher than
usual and a vehicle with a CVT has a stronger ten-
dency to creep forward.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
If the warning light stays on while the engine is run-
ning, park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as
possible and contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to
have the system checked.
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Charging system warning display
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
If there is a fault in the charging system, the warning display
warning is displayed on the information screen in the multi-
information display. The warning light in the instrument cluster
also illuminates.

If the brake warning display, brake warning light,
and the Anti-lock braking system warning light are
illuminated at the same time, the braking force dis-
tribution function will not operate, so the vehicle
may be destabilized during sudden braking. Avoid
sudden braking and high-speed driving. Park the
vehicle in a safe place, and contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the follow-
ing manner when brake performance is deterio-
rated.
• Confirm that the vehicle slows down when you
press down on the brake pedal harder than usual.
In some cases, the brake pedal may go all the way
to the floor.
• Should the brakes fail, use engine braking to reduce your speed and slowly apply the parking
brake.
Depress the brake pedal to illuminate the stop
lights to alert the vehicles behind you.CAUTION
!
CAUTION
!
If warnings are displayed while the engine is run-
ning, park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as
possible and contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to
have the system checked.
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6-4 For emergencies
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NOTE
Open the terminal cover before connecting the jumper
cable to the positive terminal of the battery.
(Refer to “Battery” on page 7-21.)

Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.

Check the jumper cables for damage and corrosion before
use.
7. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (B), and the other end to
the engine block of the vehicle with the low battery (A) at
the point farthest from the battery. 8. Start the engine in the vehicle providing the boost. Let the
engine idle a few minutes, then start the engine in the
vehicle with the low battery.
9. After the engine is started, disconnect the cables in the reverse order from the way you connected them.
WARNING
!
Be sure to follow the proper order when connecting
the batteries, of: →→→
Make sure that the connection is made to the
engine properly. If the connection is directly made to
the negative terminal of the battery, the flammable
gases from inside the battery might catch fire and
explode, causing personal injury.
When connecting the jumper cable, do not connect
the positive (+) cable to the negative (-) terminal.
Otherwise sparks can make the battery explode.
CAUTION
!
Make sure that the jumper cable will not be caught
in the cooling fan or other moving parts in the
engine compartment.
WARNING
!
Charging your battery while it is still in your vehicle
might cause the battery to catch fire and explode. If
you have to charge it while in the vehicle, disconnect
the negative (-) terminal.
Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the
battery because the battery could explode.
Keep your work area well vented when charging or
using the battery in an enclosed space.
Remove all the caps before charging the battery.
Electrolyte (battery acid) is made of corrosive
diluted sulfuric acid. If electrolyte comes in contact
with your hands, eyes, clothes, or the painted sur-
face of your vehicle, thoroughly flush with water. If
electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush them immediately
and thoroughly with water, and get prompt medical
attention.
Always wear protective clothing and goggles when
working near the battery.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
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For emergencies6-5
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As your vehicle has anti-lock brakesIf you drive your vehicle with a low battery charge after the
engine has been started by using jumper cables, the engine may
misfire. This can cause the anti-lock braking system warning
light to blink on and off. This is only due to the low battery
voltage. It is not a problem with the brake system. If this hap-
pens, fully charge the battery and ensure the charging system is
operating properly.
Engine overheating
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When the engine is overheating, the information screen in the
multi-information display will be interrupted and the engine
coolant temperature warning display will appear. Also “ ”
blink. If this happens:1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Turn on the hazard warn- ing flashers.
2. With the engine still running, carefully raise the engine hood to vent the engine compartment.
3. Check that the cooling fan is running. If the fan is not turning, stop the engine immediately and contact an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.
4. If you see steam or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine.
WARNING
!
To avoid personal injury, keep hands, hair, jewelry
and clothes away from the cooling fan. The cooling
fan can start at any time.
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Vehicle care and maintenance7-21
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Battery
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The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting
and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly.
Check the battery regularly.
If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging
system tested by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice.NOTE

After replacing the battery, the electronic control system
data for the automatic transaxle, etc., will be erased.
As a result, shifting may be rough.
Shifting will become smoother after several changes in
speed.During cold weather
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The battery is weaker in cold temperatures. This has to do with
its chemical and physical properties and is why a very cold bat-
tery, especially one with a low charge, will have a hard time
starting your vehicle.
It is recommended that you have your battery and charging sys-
tem checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice before the start of cold weather. If
necessary, have it charged. This will guarantee more reliable
starting, and longer battery life.
Disconnection and connection
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To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine. Disconnect the
negative (-) terminal first, then the positive (+) terminal. To
reconnect the battery, first connect the positive (+) terminal and
then the negative (-) terminal, before starting the vehicle.NOTE
Open the terminal cover (A) before disconnecting or con-
necting the positive (+) terminal of the battery.

Loosen the nut (B) and then disconnect the battery cable
from the positive (+) terminal.
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