2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE engine

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NOTE
Do not insert into the key slot anything other than the
F.A.S.T.-key. This could cause damage or a malfunction.

Remove the object or additional key from the F.A.S.T.-
key before inserting the key into the key slot. The vehicle
may not be able to receive the registered ID code from the
registered key. Therefore, the engine may not start and the
operation mode may not change. F.A.S.T.-key reminderIf the operation mode is in OFF and the driver’s door is opened
with the F.A.S.T.-key in the key slot, a warning is issued with
the warning light and the buzzer buzzing for approximately 3
seconds to remind you to remove the key.
To operate without using the F.A.S.T.-key
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Emergency key
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The emergency key is built into the F.A.S.T.-key.
When the F.A.S.T.-key cannot be used, such as when the bat-
tery of the F.A.S.T.-key or the vehicle has run down, the emer-
gency key can be used to lock and unlock the passenger’s door.
To use the emergency key (A), unlock the lock knob (B) and
remove it from the F.A.S.T.-key (C).NOTE
Only use the emergency key in an emergency. When the
battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down, replace the bat-
tery as soon as possible and use it as a F.A.S.T.-key again.

After using the emergency key, be sure to reinsert it into
the F.A.S.T.-key.
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To lock the door without using the key1. Move the inside lock knob to the locked position.
2. Be sure the keys are not inside the vehicle. Close the door.
Key reminder system (except for vehicles
equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)
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If the ignition switch is turned off and the driver’s door is
opened with the key in the ignition switch, the key reminder
buzzer will sound intermittently to remind you to remove the
key.Lock out protection
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If the key is in the ignition switch or the operation mode is in
any mode other than OFF when you push the lock knob for-
ward with the driver’s door or passenger’s door open, the lock
knob will automatically return to the unlocked position.Operation mode ON reminder system (vehicles
equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)
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If the driver’s door is opened while the engine is stopped and
the operation mode is in any position other than OFF, the oper-
ation mode ON buzzer will sound intermittently to remind you
to put the operation mode in OFF.
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To unlock the doors and liftgate
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Using the ignition switch or the engine switchAll doors and the liftgate will unlock when the ignition switch
is turned to the “OFF” position or the operation mode is put in
OFF.
Using the selector lever position {continuously variable
transmission (CVT)}All doors and the liftgate will unlock when the selector lever is
moved to the “P” (PARK) position with the ignition switch or
the operation mode in ON.
You can select the functions to unlock the doors and liftgate
either using the ignition switch or the engine switch, or using the
selector lever position {continuously variable transmission
(CVT)}.
These functions are not activated when the vehicle is shipped
from the factory. To activate or deactivate these functions, please
contact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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3 Manual window control
(if so equipped)
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Power window control
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NOTE
Never try to operate the main switch and sub-switch in
different directions at the same time. This will freeze the
window in position.

Operating the power windows repeatedly with the engine
stopped will run down the battery. Use the window
switches only while the engine is running.
1- To open
2- To close
1- Open (down)
2- Close (up)
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Power window timer function
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The power windows can be run up or down when the ignition
switch or the operation mode is in ON.
The door windows can be opened or closed for a 30-second
period after the engine is stopped. However, once the driver’s
door or the front passenger’s door is opened, the power win-
dows cannot be operated.
Lock switch
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When this switch is in the lock mode, the passenger door
switches cannot be used to open or close the door windows,
and the main switch will open or close only the driver’s door
window. To unlock the switch, press it again.1- Lock
2- Unlock
WA R N I N G
!
Before driving with a child in the vehicle, be sure to
lock the window switch to make it inoperative. Chil-
dren tampering with the switch could easily trap
their hands or heads in the window.
Type 1
Type 2
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To fold the mirror
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The outside mirror can be manually folded in towards the side
window to prevent damage when parking in tight locations.
Door mirror heater
(if so equipped)
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When the rear window defogger switch is pressed with the
engine running, the outside rearview mirrors are defogged or
defrosted. Current will flow through the heater element inside
the mirrors, thus clearing away frost or condensation.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the defogger is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 min-
utes.Ty p e 1
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3Ignition switch
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-
rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key), refer
to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key):
Engine switch”on page 3-20.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
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OFFThe engine is off. The key can be inserted and removed only
when the switch is in this position.ACCAllows operation of some electrical accessories with the engine
off.ONThe engine runs and all accessories can be used.STARTEngages the starter. Release the key when the engine starts.It
will automatically return to the “ON” position.NOTE
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the
immobilizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer”
on page 3-28.)
To remove the key
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1. Set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position {contin-
uously variable transmission (CVT)}.
2. Turn the key to the “OFF” position and remove it.
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