Clutch pedal operation (if so equipped) 5-56 Features and controls
5
The turbocharger increases engine power by pushing large amounts of air into the engine’s cylinders. The finned parts inside the turbo-charger turn at extremely high speeds and are subjected to extremely high temperatures. They are lubricated by engine oil and cooledby engine oil and coolan
t. If the engine oil is
not replaced at the specified intervals, the bearings may seize or emit abnormal noise.
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Observe the following cautions when usingthe clutch pedal. Not observing them couldresult in rapid clutch wear or in clutch dam- age. Press the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting gears. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down before starting the engine. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal.
On hills and other gradients, do not hold the vehicle in position by slipping the clutch without using the brakes. Make sure the space under the clutch pedal is free of objects that could obstruct the pedal.
Do not stop the engine immediately after high-speed or uphill driv
ing. First allow the
engine to idle to give the turbocharger a chance to cool down. Engine oil must be properly maintained to avoid engine and/or turbocharger damage. To better protect your engine and turbo-charger, use fully synthetic engine oil.
Turbocharger
CAUTION
1- Air compressor 2- Compressed air3- Cylinder 4- Turbo fin 5- Turbine6- Exhaust gasClutch pedal operation
(if so
equipped)
CAUTION If the clutch is engaged suddenly while the engine revolution is high, an extremely large load will be applied instantaneously to the power train, possibly leading to the breakageof that component. Please ensure, therefore, that the clutch pedal is always applied in a slow yet firm manner.NOTE
Your vehicle has a special feature to reduce the impact into the power train and to reduce the load of the clutch disk; the engine revolu-tion doesn’t rise more than around 5,500 rpm while the vehicle is stationary and the clutch pedal has been depressed. If either of the following occurs, the clutch should be inspected by a Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice: • The pedal stroke until clutch disengage- ment suddenly increases. • The engine revs when the clutch is not dis- engaged.
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S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control)
Features and controls 5-71
5
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S-AWC is an integrated vehicle dynamics control system that helps enhance drivingperformance, cornering performance, and vehicle stability over a wide range of driving conditions through integrated management ofthe ACD, the AYC, the anti-lock braking sys- tem, and the active stability control (ASC).
Please read this section in conjunction with the following sections. ACD (Active center differential system)
P.5-71AYC (Active yaw control system)
P.5-72
Anti-lock braking system
P.5-74
Active stability control (ASC)
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The ACD is a system
that improves accelera-
tion performance and straight-ahead stabilityby regulating the differential limiting action
CAUTION Always use tires of the same size, same type, and same brand, and which have no wear dif- ferences. Using tires that differ in size, type, brands or the degree of wear, will increase the differential oil temperature, resulting inpossible damage to the driving system. Fur- ther, the drive train will be subjected to excessive loading, possibly leading to oilleakage, component seizure, or other serious problems.
To w i n g
CAUTION Do not tow all-wheel dr
ive vehicles with the
front or rear wheels on the ground (Type A or Type B) as illustrated. This could result in damage to the drivetrain, or unstable towing. If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use TypeC or Type D equipment.
Jacking up all-wheel drive vehi- cles
WA R N I N G Do not start or run the engine while the vehicle is on the jack. The jack could slip out of position andresult in an accident.
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control)
CAUTION Do not over-rely on the S-AWC. Even the S- AWC cannot prevent the natural laws ofphysics from acting on the vehicle. This sys- tem, like any other system, has limits and cannot help you to maintain traction and con-trol of the vehicle in all circumstances. Reck- less driving can lead to accidents. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive carefully.This means taking into account the traffic, road and environmental conditions. Be sure to use tires that are the same speci- fied size, type, and brand, and have no differ- ence in the amount of wear for all fourwheels. Otherwise,
the S-AWC may not
work properly.
ACD (Active center differential system)
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Indicator light, warning light, an
d information screen display list
5-118 Features and controls
5
The vehicle is being driven with the park- ing brake still applied.
Release the parking brake. Refer to “Brake warning display” on page 5-123.
There is a fault in the engine oil circulation system.
Park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and contact an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer or
a repair facility of
your choice to have the system checked. Refer to “Oil pressure warning” on page 5-124.
There is a fault in the charging system.
Park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and contact an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer or
a repair facility of
your choice for assistance. Refer to “Charging system warning dis- play” on page 5-123.
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 warning light/display” on page 4-25.
There is a fault in the Active stability con- trol (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 5-76.
Screen
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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Information screen display 5-124 Features and controls
5
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, if the brake fluid is low, this warning is displayed. The warning light in the instrument clusteralso illuminates.
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If there is a fault in the charging system, thewarning display is displayed on the informa- tion screen in the multi-information display. The warning light in the instrument clusteralso illuminates.
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If the engine oil pressure drops while theengine is running, the warning display is dis-played on the information screen in the multi-information display.
CAUTION If this warning stays on and does not go out while driving, there is a danger of ineffective braking. If this happens, park the vehicle in asafe place, and contact an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.NOTE
Under conditions such as sporty driving, the brake fluid in the tank may move and the warning display may appear temporarily.If the warning display goes out after a while, there is not a problem with the brake system and the vehicle can be driven normally.
CAUTION 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 distribution function will not operate, so the vehicle may be desta-bilized during sudden braking. Avoid sudden braking and high-speed driving. Park the vehicle in a safe place, and contact an autho-rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the following manner when brake performance is deteriorated.• Confirm that the vehicle slows down whenyou press down on the brake pedal harderthan usual. In some cases, the brake pedal may go all the way to the floor.• Should the brakes fail, use engine brakingto reduce your speed and slowly apply the parking brake.Depress the brake pedal to illuminate the stop lights to alert the vehicles behind you.
Charging system warning dis- play
CAUTION If warnings are displayed while the engine is running, park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and contact an authorizedMitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to have the system checked.
Oil pressure warning display
CAUTION If the vehicle is driven while the engine oil is low, or the oil level is normal but the warn- ing is displayed, the engine may overheat and damage may result.
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch
Features and controls 5-125
5
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Rotate the switch to operate the lights. The combinations of switch operations and illuminated lights differ in accordance with the following conditions. Except for vehicles equipped with daytime running lights
If the warning is displayed while the engine is running, park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and check the engine oil level. If this warning display comes on when the engine oil level is proper, have your vehicle checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer or a repair facility of your choice.NOTE
The oil pressure warning display does not show the amount of oil. The oil level must be checked using the dipstick.
Combination headlights and dimmer switch Headlights
NOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long period of time when the engineis not running. The battery will run down.CAUTION
When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and does not indicate a problem. When the lightis switched on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water collects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.NOTE
Ty p e 1 OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side- marker lights, license plate and instrument panel lights on Headlights and other lights on
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Safe driving techniques 6-4 Driving safety
6
Replace your tires before they are heavily worn out. As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system, there is a risk ofdamage to the tire inflation pressure sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement should, therefore, be performedonly by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and high-beam indicators on the instrument panel. Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for fuel, water, oil, orother leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are correct. Also, if you can smell fuel, you need to find out why immediately and have itfixed.
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, andyour safest driving, cannot guarantee that you
can avoid an accident or injury. However, if you give extra attention to the following areas, you can better protect yourself and your passengers: Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather conditions. Leave plenty of stopping distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. Before changing lanes, check your mir- rors and use your turn signal light. While driving, keep a tight grip on the steering wheel. While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Always obey applicable laws and regula- tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking. If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle registration laws and make sure you will be able to get the rightfuel.
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Check the battery, including terminals and cables. During extremely cold weather,the battery will not be as strong. Also, the battery power level may drop because more power is used for cold starting anddriving. Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs at the proper speed and ifthe headlights are as bright as normally.Charge or replace the battery if necessary. During extreme cold weather, it is possi- ble that a very low battery could freeze. Warm the engine sufficiently. After start- ing the engine, allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil
to all cylinders and
turbocharger. Then drive your vehicleslowly.
Lights Fluid leaks Safe driving techniques
Driving during cold weather
WA R N I N G The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any spark or flame can cause the bat-tery to explode, which could cause serious injury or death. Always wear protective clothes and a facemask when working with your battery, or let a skilled mechanic do it.
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Braking
Driving safety 6-5
6
Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle, transfer case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all the lubrication points. Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather conditions. This is normal and shifting will get easier as the transaxlewarms up. Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of aleak or from engine overheating, add Mit-subishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equivalent. Please read this section in conjunctionwith the “Engine coolant” on page 9-7.
Mitsubishi Motors recommends that the standard equipment tires be replaced with winter tires when the vehicle is going to be used in winter.The standard equipment tires provided with this vehicle are summer tires and use a high-grip compound that provides supe-rior grip. The road grip, however, is reduced in win- ter.When replacing the standard equipmenttires with winter tires, all four tires must be replaced using radial identicalsize win- ter tires.
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All the parts of the brake system are criticalto safety. Have the vehicle serviced by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice at regular inter- vals according to the “WARRANTY ANDMAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately after starting, espe- cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally.
A film of water can be formed on the brake discs and prevent normal braking after driv- ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is wash
ed. If this occurs, dry
the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal. On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brakes less effective. While driving in such conditions, pay close attention to preceding and following vehiclesand to the condition of
the road surface. From
time to time, lightly depress the brake pedal and check how effective the brakes are. It is important to take advantage of the engine braking by shifting to a lower gear whiledriving on steep downhill roads in order to prevent the brakes from overheating.
WA R N I N G Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned.
Braking When brakes are wet
When driving in cold weather When driving downhill
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9
Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions ..........
.................................................................9-2
Catalytic converter .
.................................................
..........................9-2
Engine hood ...............................
.......................................................9-3
View of the engine co
mpartment ......................................................9-5
Engine oil and oil filt
er ...........................................
..........................9-5
Engine coolant .................
.................................................................9-7
Air cleaner filter.....
.................................................
..........................9-8
Manual transaxle oil (if so
equipped) ...............................................9-9
Twin Clutch Sportronic shift trans
mission (Twin Clutch SST) fluid (if
so equipped) ...........................
.......................................................9-9
Transfer oil.......................
.................................................................9-9
Rear axle oil .....................
.................................................................9-9
AWC control fluid ...........
.................................................................9-9
Washer fluid .....................
...............................................................9-10
Brake fluid/Clutch fluid (if
so equipped)........................................9-10
Power steering fluid
................................................
........................ 9-11
Battery........................................
..................................................... 9-11
Tires ...........................................
.....................................................9-12
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped)...........................................9-19Brake pedal free play
..............................................
........................9-19
Parking brake lever stroke ..............................................................9-19 Parking brake break-in
............................................
........................9-20
Wiper blades ..............................
.....................................................9-20
Emission-control system maintenance ...........................................9-20 General maintenance
..............................................
........................9-21
For cold and snowy weat
her ..........................................................9-23
Fusible links .....................
...............................................................9-23
Fuses ..........................................
.....................................................9-23
Replacement of light bul
bs ....................................
......................... 9-28
Vehicle care precautions
........................................
......................... 9-40
Cleaning the inside of you
r vehicle ................................................ 9-40
Cleaning the outside of your
vehicle .............................................. 9-42
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