2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER SE AWC oil type

Break-in recommendations
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Advanced automobile manufacturing tech- niques permit you to operate your new vehi-cle without requiring a long break-in period of low-speed driving. However, you can add to the future perfor-mance and economy of your vehicle by observing the following precautions during the first 300 miles (500 km).Drive your vehicle at moderate speeds duringthe break-in period.  Avoid revving the engine. For vehicles with turbocharger, do not exceed 5,000 rpm for the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Avoid rough driving such as fast starts, sudden acceleration, prolonged high- speed driving and sudden braking. Thesewould have a detrimental effect on the engine and also cause increased fuel and oil consumption, which could result inmalfunction of the engine components. Be particularly careful to avoid full accelera- tion while in low gear. Do not overload the vehicle. Observe the seating capacity (See “Cargo load precau- tions” on page 6-11). Do not use this vehicle for trailer towing.
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Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key. Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.
Two Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit- ter (F.A.S.T.-key) and two emergency keysare provided. Keep one F.A.S.T.-key and one emergency key in a safe place together as a set of sparekeys.
Break-in recommendations
Keys Type 1 1- Key for the electronic immobilizer2- Key number plateType 2
1- Key for the electronic immobilizer and
keyless entry system
2- Key number plateType 3

Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles
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Your vehicle may not provide sufficient hill climbing ability and engine braking on steepslopes. Avoid driving on steep slopes even though the vehicle is a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
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Since driving torque can
be applied to all four
wheels, the performance of the vehicle when operating in all-wheel drive is greatly affected by the condition of the tires. Pay close attention to the tires. Install specified tires on all wheels. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-5.  Be sure to fit all four tires and wheels of the same size and type.When replacement of any of the tires or wheels is necessary, replace all of them.  All tires should be rotated whenever the wear difference between the front and rear tires is recognizable.
Good vehicle performance cannot be expected if there is a difference in wear between tires. Refer to “Tire rotation” on page 9-23.  Check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
Climbing/descending sharp grades Cautions on handling of all- wheel drive vehicles Tires and wheels
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 Aor Type B) as illustrated. This could result in damage to the drivetra
in, or unstable towing.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use Type C or Type D equipment. [For vehicle equipped with the Electronically controlled 4WD system] Even in “2WD” mode, the vehicle cannot betowed with the front or the rear wheels on the ground.

Indicator light, warning light, an
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 The vehicle is being driven with the parking brake still applied.
 Release the parking brake. Refer to “Brake warning display” on page 5-147.
 There is a fault in the engine oil circula- tion 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 to have the system checked.Refer to “Oil pressure warning display” on page 5-148.
 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 dis-play” on page 5-148.
 There is a fault in the SRS airbag or the seat belt 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 4-27.
 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 5-95.
Screen type1
Screen type 2
Cause
Do this (Reference)

Combination headlights and dimmer switch
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Type 2 If the engine oil pressure drops while the engine is running, the warning display is dis- played on the information screen in the multi-information display.
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Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
If your vehicle is equipped with daytime run- ning lights, the combinations of switch opera- tions and illuminated lights differ inaccordance with the following conditions. [When the engine is started, and the parking brake is released] The daytime running lights will be illumi- nated:
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. 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 vehiclechecked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer 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 engine is not running. The battery will run down.  When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the same as whenwindow glass mists up on a humid day, and does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched on, the heat will dry out the fog.However, if water collects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice.
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OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side- marker lights, license plate and instrument panel lights on Headlights and other lights on
OFF
The daytime running lights illumi- nated

Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) Vehicle care and maintenance 9-11
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5. Put the duct back on in its original posi- tion.
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Whenever the manual transaxle oil level ischecked, add oil to maintain the proper level, if necessary. Refill or change the oil according to the table.
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The continuously variable transmission(CVT) should be maintained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to obtain thebest performance and longest life. It is impor- tant that the transmissi
on fluid is kept at the
correct level. Use only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4” transmission fluid to ensure opti-mum transmission performance.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not rec- ommend the addition of any fluid additives tothe transmission.
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The Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmis-sion (Twin Clutch SST) should be maintained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice to obtain the best performance and longest life. It is impor
tant that the transmis-
sion fluid is kept at the correct level. Use only Mitsubishi Motors Genuine SSTF-I to ensure optimum transmission performance.
NOTE
 Except for vehicles with turbocharger, make sure that the connector is properly recon- nected.
Manual transaxle oil
(if so
equipped)Vehicles with turbocharger
Oil type

Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine NEW MULTI GEAR OIL API
Classification GL-3
Viscosity range
SAE 75W-80
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if
so equipped)Fluid type

Special additives

Twin Clutch Sportronic shift transmission (Twin Clutch SST) fluid
(if so equipped)
Fluid type

CAUTION Using the improper transmission fluid may damage the transaxle.

Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) 9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation does not rec- ommend the addition of any fluid additives tothe transmission.
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Whenever the transfer oil level is checked,add oil as necessary to maintain the properlevel. Fill or change the oil according to the table.
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to maintain the proper level. Fill or change oil according to the table.
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Remove the lid on the trunk room right sidetrim. Check the fluid level in the reservoir 90 min-utes or more after turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. Check to make certain that the AWC controlfluid level is always between the “MAX” and “MIN” level markings on the fluid reservoir and refill the fluid, if necessary.
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The windshield washer fluid reservoir is inthe engine compartment.
Special additives

Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models)
Oil type Lubri- cant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine LSD
gear oil or equivalent
AWC control fluid
(if so
equipped)To check the fluid level

Fluid type

Lubricant DIAMOND ATF SP IIIWasher fluid

Tires 9-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
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 Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. (See the tire and load- ing information placard attached to the sill of the driver’s door.) Stay within the recommended load limits.  Make sure that the weight of any load in your vehicle is evenly distributed. Drive at safe speeds.  After filling your tires to the correct pres- sure, check them for damage and airleaks. Be sure to reinstall the caps on thevalve stems.
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The following maintenance steps are recom- mended:  Check tire pressures regularly.
 Have regular maintenance done on the wheel balance and front and rear suspen- sion alignment.  Rotate your tires regularly as described in the “Tire rotation” section on page 9-23.
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Tread wear indicators are built into the origi- nal equipment tires on your vehicle to help you know when your tires should be replaced.Many states have laws requiring that you replace your tires at this point. These indicators are molded into the bottomof the tread grooves and will appear when the tire tread is worn down to 1/16 inch (1.6 mm).
Replacing tires and wheels
CAUTION Avoid using different size tires and wheels from the ones listed, and avoid the combined use of different types of tires and wheels.Using different size or type tires and wheels may affect driving safety. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-5.
 For All-wheel drive vehicles, always use tires of the same size, same type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences. Using tires that differ in size, type, brand or the degree of wear, will increase the differen-tial oil temperature, resulting in possible damage to the driving system. Further, the drive train will be subjected to excessiveloading, possibly leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other serious prob- lems. Even if a wheel has the same rim size and offset as the specified type of wheel, itsshape may prevent it from being fitted cor- rectly. Consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice before using wheels that you have. Only Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels should be used, because your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem.Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be possible to install the tire pressure sensor properly.
Tire maintenance
CAUTION
Tr e a d w e a r i n d i c a t o r s 1- Location of the tread wear indicator 2- Tread wear indicator

General maintenance
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there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance. But, if any of these parts stops working prop- erly, your vehicle performance could suffer.Have these items checked if you notice a problem with them. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance, if you have any questions.
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Good brakes are essen
tial to safe driving.
Check the brake pads and brake linings for wear and check the rear wheel cylinders for leaks. For good braking performance, replacethe brake pads with the
same type pads as the
originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checkedfor:
 Severe surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots. If the fabric casing of the hose is showing through any cracks or worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose shouldbe replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through.  Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or chassis interference.
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Check the following parts for damage andgrease leaks:  Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering linkage  Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering inside your vehicle is to have the engine exhaust system properly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system and nearby body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispo- sitioned parts if you notice any of the follow-ing:  A change in the sound of the exhaust sys- tem  The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle  The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for lubrication, oil changes,or required service. Any open seams or loose connections could let dangerous exhaust fumes seep into the luggage compartment andpassenger compartments.  Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion or damage.  Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust gas leaks.  Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
Disc brake pads, rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders Brake hoses
Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft boots Exhaust system
WA R N I N G Carbon monoxide gas from your vehicle’s exhaust is poisonous. Breathing these fumes can cause unconsciousness or death.
Check for any of the following conditions: