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Driving precautions
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Do not use the gearshift lever as a handrest. This can
result in premature wear of the transaxle shift forks.Maximum possible driving speed
The table above shows the maximum recommended driv-
ing speed for in each gear. Do not drive near or at these
speeds for prolonged periods of time.
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

(if so equipped)
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The CVT will automatically and continuously change its gear
ratio depending on road and driving conditions. This helps
achieve smooth driving and excellent fuel efficiency.DRIVING UPHILLThe transmission prevents unnecessary upshifts even when the
accelerator pedal is released and ensures smooth driving.DRIVING DOWNHILLAccording to the conditions, the transmission will automati-
cally shift to a lower gear ratio to achieve stronger engine brak-
ing. This may help reduce your need to use the service brake.Selector lever operation
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As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a
continuously variable transmission have a shift-lock device
that holds the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To
move the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position to
another position, follow the steps below.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.
2. Move the selector lever to the desired position.NOTE
The selector lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to
another position if the ignition switch is set to the “OFF”
or “ACC” position, or if the key has been removed, or
operation mode is in “OFF” or “ACC”, or if the brake
pedal is not pressed and held down.
Shift
points
Maximum possible driving speed
1st gear 28 mph (45 km/h)2nd gear 53 mph (85 km/h)3rd gear 78 mph (125 km/h)4th gear 105 mph (170 km/h)
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Selector lever position display
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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put in ON, the selector lever position is
shown on the multi-information display. Selector lever positions
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“P” PARKThis position locks the transmission to prevent the vehicle
from moving. The engine can be started from the “P” (PARK)
position.“R” REVERSEMove the lever to this position only after the vehicle has come
to a complete stop.
“N” NEUTRALAt this position, the transmission is disengaged. It is the same
as the neutral position on a manual transaxle and should be
used when the vehicle is not moving for an extended length of
time during driving, such as in a traffic jam.“D” DRIVEThis position is used for most city and highway driving. The
transmission will automatically and continuously change its
gear ratio depending on road and driving conditions.
CAUTION
!
Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R”
(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion.
If the lever is shifted into the “P” (PARK) or “R”
(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion,
the transmission may be damaged.
WA R N I N G
!
Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position while driving since you could acci-
dentally slip it into the “P” (PARK) or “R”
(REVERSE) position, damaging the transmission.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling when stopped on
a slope, the engine should be started in the “P”
(PARK) position, not in “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
To prevent rolling, always keep your foot on the
brake pedal when the vehicle is in “N” (NEUTRAL)
position, or when shifting into or out of “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position.
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Odometer
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The odometer indicates the total distance the vehicle has trav-
eled.Trip odometer
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The trip odometer indicates the distance traveled between two
points.To reset the trip odometerTo return the display to 0, hold down the multi-information dis-
play switch for about 1 second or more. Only the currently dis-
played value will be reset.
Example
If trip odometer is displayed, only trip odometer will
be reset.NOTE
Both trip odometers and can count up to 9999.9
miles/kilometers.
When a trip odometer goes past 9999.9 miles/kilometers,
it returns to 0.0 miles/kilometers.

When disconnecting the battery terminal, the memories of
trip odometer displays and are cleared, and their
displays return to “0.0 miles/kilometers”.
Instrument panel light dimmer control
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Each time you press the multi-information display switch (2),
there is a sound and the brightness of the instrument panel
lights changes.
Usage examples for trip odometer , trip odometer
It is possible to measure two currently traveled distances,
from home using trip odometer and from a particular
point on the way using trip odometer .
1- Brightness level
2- Multi-information display switch
Bright Dim
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NOTE
You can adjust to 8 different levels for when the parking
lights or headlights are illuminated and 8 for when they
are not.
Each time you reduce two brightness levels, the segment
display of the brightness level decreases one by one.

If you press and hold the switch for longer than about 1
second, the brightness automatically scrolls through its
different levels, and stops scrolling when you release the
switch. Select your desired level of brightness.

The brightness level of the instruments is stored when the
ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” position or the
operation mode is put in OFF.
Driving range display
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This displays the approximate driving range (how many more
miles or kilometers you can drive). When the driving range
falls below approximately 30 miles (50 km), “---” is displayed.NOTE
The driving range is determined based on the fuel con-
sumption data. This may vary depending on the driving
conditions and habits. Treat the distance displayed as just
a rough guideline.

When you refuel, the driving range display is updated.
However, if you only add a small amount of fuel, the cor-
rect value will not be displayed. Fill to a full tank when-
ever possible.

When your vehicle is stopped on an extremely steep hill,
the driving range value may, change. This is due to the
movement of fuel in the tank and does not indicate any
breakdown.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(miles or km).
Refer to “Changing the function settings” on page 3-105.
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Fuel remaining warning displayWhen the remaining fuel level runs low (one segment is dis-
played), the last segment of the fuel gauge flashes when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation
mode is changed to ON.
When the remaining fuel level very runs low (no segments dis-
played), “ ” and the bar graph flash.
If the warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.NOTE
On hills or curves, the display may be incorrect due to the
movement of fuel in the tank.
Service reminder
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Displays the approximate time until the next recommended
periodic inspection. “---” is displayed when the inspection time
has arrived.NOTE
The service reminder time can be modified by an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, to adjust for severe usage,
etc. Refer to “Severe maintenance schedule” in your vehi-
cle’s Warranty and Maintenance Manual. For further
information, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
1. Shows the time until the next periodic inspection.NOTE
Shows the distance in units of 100 miles (100 km) and the
time in units of 1 month.
CAUTION
!
Running out of gas could damage the catalytic con-
verter. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon
as possible.
Distance
Month
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NOTE
The “---” display cannot be reset while the ignition switch
or the operation mode is in ON.

When “---” is displayed, after a certain distance and a cer-
tain period of time, the display is reset and the time until
the next periodic inspection is displayed.

If you accidentally reset the display, consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
Changing the function settings
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When the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON, the
fuel consumption unit, displayed in the multi-information dis-
play, and the average fuel consumption reset mode can be mod-
ified as desired.Changing the reset mode for average fuel consumption
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You can change the mode condition for the average fuel con-
sumption display to “Auto reset” or “Manual reset”.
1. When you lightly press the multi-information display
switch a few times, the information display switches to
the driving range display.
Refer to “Information display” on page 3-99.
CAUTION
!
The customer is responsible for making sure that
regular inspections and maintenance and periodic
inspections and maintenance are performed.
Inspections and maintenance must be performed to
prevent accidents and malfunctions.
CAUTION
!
The driver should not operate the display while the
vehicle is in motion.
When operating the system, stop the vehicle in a safe
area.
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2. Each time you press the multi-information display switch
for 1 second or more on driving range display, you can
switch reset mode for average fuel consumption.
(A: Auto reset mode, B: Manual reset mode)Manual reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information display switch,
these calculations will be reset to zero.

When the following operation is performed, the mode set-
ting changes automatically from manual to auto.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position from the
“ACC” or “OFF” position.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
Change the operation mode to ON from ACC or OFF.
Auto reset mode Manual reset mode
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Auto reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information display switch,
these calculations will be reset to zero.

When the engine switch or the operation mode is in the
following conditions, the average fuel consumption dis-
play will automatically reset.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or “OFF”
position for about 4 hours or more.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode has been set to ACC or OFF for about
4 hours or more.NOTE
The average fuel consumption display can be reset sepa-
rately for the auto reset mode and for the manual reset
mode.

Disconnecting the battery cable will erase from memory
the manual reset mode or auto reset mode setting for the
average fuel consumption display.

The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.
Changing the fuel consumption display unit
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The fuel consumption display unit can be changed. The dis-
tance and amount units are also switched to match the selected
fuel consumption unit.
1. When you lightly press the multi-information display
switch a few times, the information display switches to
the average fuel consumption display.
Refer to “Information display” on page 3-99.
2. Press and hold the multi-information display switch for
about 5 seconds or more until buzzer sound is heard twice.
3. Press and hold the multi-information display switch to
switch in sequence from “km/L” → “L/100 km” →
“mpg” → “km/L”.
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