17FAQ’s
Q:  My Outlander has two 12V accessory outlets. What devices can be plugged \
into these outlets?
a
:   b oth of these outlets are protected with 15 amp fuses.  a lways check the current draw rating of any device prior to use in the ve\
hicle.  i f the 
device is rated above 12 amps, this could lead to circuit overload and t\
he electrical fuse opening (no current flow).
Q:
 
How can I get the MPG stated on the window sticker?
a
:  
V
 ehicle driving styles will greatly affect  m P g .  a
void sudden abrupt starts from a stop and let the vehicle coast to the t\
raffic light. 
 b oth of these 
styles will increase mileage and reduce brake lining wear.
	 •	 Vehicles
	 are 	 designed 	 to 	 achieve 	 the 	 best 	 fuel 	 mileage 	 when 	 they 	 are 	 driven 	 at 	 the 	 speed 	 limits 	 on 	 the 	 freeway. 	 Avoid 	 driving 	 over 	 65 	 mph.
	 •	 Under
	 inflated 	 tires 	 will 	 increase 	 rolling 	 resistance 	 and 	 will 	 reduce 	 fuel 	 mileage. 	 Check 	 tire 	 pressure 	 frequently 	 to 	 increase 	 miles 	 per 	 gallon. 	
Proper tire pressure also ensures optimum tire performance (including t\
ire wear
.)  
Q:
 
How does the Navigation System choose a certain route?
a
:   t he system takes into account traffic conditions, road types, distance \
and road width to recommend the route.
Q:
 
Why do my Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers operate on their own when it’\
 s not raining?
A:	 •	 When
	 the 	 lever 	 is 	 in 	 the 	 AUTO 	 position, 	 the 	 rain 	 sensor 	 detects 	 rain 	 or 	 snow 	 and 	 automatically 	 turns 	 on 	 the 	 wipers. 	 	
	 •	 The
	 wipers 	 may 	 automatically 	 operate 	 when 	 things 	 such 	 as 	 insects 	 or 	 foreign 	 objects 	 are 	 affixed 	 to 	 the 	 windshield 	 on 	 top 	 of 	 the 	 rain 	 sensor 	
or when the windshield is frosted over
.
	 •	 To
	 stop 	 the 	 wipers, 	 place 	 the 	 lever 	 in 	 the 	 OFF 	 position.
Q:
 
Why does my check engine light come on after I put gas in my car?
a
:   t here are many reasons why your check engine light may illuminate.  b efore calling your dealership, make sure the fuel cap is fully engaged a\
nd 
you have heard three clicks when tightening it. 
a fter checking and hearing three clicks and the light is still on, contac\
t your dealership.
Q:
 
How do I use the emergency key when the F
 .A.S.T.-key battery or vehicle battery is run down?
a
:   i f your  o utlander is equipped with a  o ne  t
ouch 
 s tart button and the door does not open, take the key out from the fob an\
d unlock the door 
manually. Put the key back into the fob and insert it into the slot provided bel\
ow the 
c limate  c ontrol  s witches.  s tarting the engine and charging 
the operation mode should now be possible. Remove the 
f
.
 a . s . t
.-key from the key slot after starting the engine or charging the operat\
ion mode.