2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT headlamp

Headlamp levelling6-44 Instruments and controls
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The direction of the headlamp beam (thedirection which the light shines in) altersaccording to the number of people and theload in the vehicle. Lower the headlamp
angle if it is too high due to the number ofpeople and/or the load in the vehicle so thatthe headlamps’ glare does not distract thedrivers of approaching vehicles. First set thelight switch to the “ ” position, then turnthe headlamp levelling switch knob to lowerthe beam. The greater the number on theheadlamp levelling switch knob, the lowerthe beam will point.Set the switch to the appropriate position sothat the headlamp beam is level with the road.
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This mechanism automatically adjusts thedirection of the headlamps (beam position)depending on changes in the condition of thevehicle, such as the number of occupants orluggage weight. When the headlamps are illu-minated with the operation mode in ON, thebeam position of the headlamps is automati-cally adjusted when the vehicle is stopped.
•Turn the combination headlamps and dip-per switch to the “ ” or “ ” position.•Put the operation mode in ON.zIt is possible to modify
functions as follows:
•The time that the headlamps remain on canbe changed.•The coming home light function can bedeactivated.For further informati
on, please contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorised ServicePoint.On vehicles equipped
with Mitsubishi Multi-
Communication System (MMCS), screenoperations can be used to make the adjust-ment. Refer to the separate owner’s manualfor details.
Headlamp levelling Headlamp levelling switch
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Except for vehicles with discharge headlamps

NOTE
CAUTIONzAlways perform adjust
ments before driving.
Do not attempt to adjust while driving, as itcould cause an accident.
NOTE
zStart adjusting when the knob is at the “0”position (when the beam
is at its highest).
zKeep the knob in the “0” position exceptwhen using the knob to lower the headlampbeam angle.zAlways return the knob to the “0” positionwhen the baggage is removed and the peoplehave left the vehicle.
Automatic headlamp levelling
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Ve h i c l e s w i t h d i s c h a r g e h e a d l a m p s

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ECO mode switch6-46 Instruments and controls
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ECO mode is an eco-driving support systemwhich automatically controls the Plug-inHybrid EV System and air conditioning sys-tem to improve fuel efficiency.Refer to “Automatic climate control air con-ditioner” on page 8-4.The ECO mode starts working by pressingthe ECO mode switch when operation modeof the power switch is in ON. Push the switchagain and the ECO mode will cancel.While the ECO mode is working, an ECOmode indicator will be turned on.
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The front fog lamps can be operated while theheadlamps or tail lamps are on. Turn the knobin the “ON” direction to turn on the front foglamps. An indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster will also come on. Turn the knob inthe “OFF” direction to turn off the front foglamps. The knob will automatically return toits original position when you release it.
zOn vehicles equipped with the emergencystop signal system, while the hazard warninglamps are blinking due to having manuallypushed the switch, the emergency stop signalsystem does not operate.Refer to “Emergency stop signal system” onpage 7-29.
ECO mode switch
NOTE
NOTE
zEven if the ECO mode is operating, you canselect normal operation of the air condi-tioner.For further informati
on, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORSAuthorised Service Point.On vehicles equipped
with Mitsubishi Multi-
communication System (MMCS), it is possi-ble to change the setting by means of screenoperations.Refer to the separate owner’s manual fordetails.
Fog lamp switch Front fog lamp switch LHD/RHD (Type 1)
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Wiper and washer switch
Instruments and controls 6-47
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The rear fog lamp can be operated when theheadlamps or front fog lamps turn on.An indicator lamp in the instrument clustercomes on when the rear fog lamp is turnedon.
Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction toturn on the front fog lamps. Turn the knobonce more in the “ON” direction to turn onthe rear fog lamp. To turn the rear fog lampoff, turn the knob once in the “OFF” direc-tion. Turn the knob once more in the “OFF”direction to turn off the front fog lamps. Theknob will automatically return to its originalposition when you release it.
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The windscreen wipers can be operated withthe operation mode of the power switch inON or ACC.If the blades are frozen to the windscreen orrear window, do not operate the wipers until
NOTE
zThe front fog lamps are automatically turnedoff when the headlamps or tail lamps areturned off. To turn the front fog lamps onagain, turn the knob in
the “ON” direction
after turning on the headlamps or tail lamps.zDo not use fog lamps except in conditions offog, otherwise excessi
ve lamp glare may
temporarily blind oncoming vehicle drivers.
Rear fog lamp switch
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RHD (Type 2)
NOTE
zThe rear fog lamp is automatically turned offwhen the headlamps or front fog lamps areturned off.zTo t u r n t h e r e a r f o g l a m p o n a g a i n , t u r n t h eknob twice in the “ON” direction after turn-ing on the headlamps.
Wiper and washer switch
CAUTIONzIf the washer is used in cold weather, thewasher fluid sprayed against the glass mayfreeze, which may hinder visibility. Warmthe glass with the de
froster or rear window
demister before using the washer.
Windscreen wipers
NOTE
zTo e n s u r e a c l e a r r e a r w a r d v i e w, t h e r e a rwindow wiper will automatically performseveral continuous
operations if the selector
lever is put in the “R” position while thewindscreen wipers are operating. Refer to “Rear window wiper and washer”on page 6-51.
Except for vehicles equipped with rain sensor
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Wiper and washer switch
Instruments and controls 6-51
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The windscreen washer can be operated withthe operation mode of the power switch inON or ACC.The washer fluid will be sprayed onto thewindscreen by pulling the lever towards you.When the wipers are not in operation or inintermittent operation, by pulling the levertowards you, the wipers will operate severaltimes while the washer fluid is being sprayed.Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstanand Ukraine, then about 6 seconds later, wip-ers operate once more.On vehicles equipped with the headlampwasher, while the headlamps are on, the head-lamp washer will operate once together withthe windscreen washer.
Also, except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakh-stan and Ukraine, by releasing the lever soonafter pulling it towards you, the washer fluidswill be sprayed several times while the wip-ers are operating several times. (Intelligentwasher) Then about 6 seconds later, wipersoperate once more.Intelligent washer will stop operating withany operation of the lever.
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The rear window wiper and washer switchcan be operated with the operation mode ofthe power switch in ON or ACC.
Windscreen washer
CAUTIONzIf the washer is used in cold weather, thewasher fluid sprayed against the glass mayfreeze resulting in poor visibility. Heat theglass with the defroster or demister beforeusing the washer.NOTE
zIt is possible to modify
functions as follows:
•Causing the wiper never to operate whenwasher fluid is sprayed.•Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstanand Ukraine, deactivating the intelligentwasher.•Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstanand Ukraine, deactivating the function thatoperates the wipers on
ce more about 6 sec-
onds later.•Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan andUkraine, activating the intelligent washer•Vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan andUkraine, the wipers can be set to operateagain after about 6 seconds.For further informati
on, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORSAuthorised Service Point.On vehicles equipped
with Mitsubishi Multi-
Communication System (MMCS), screenoperations can be used to make the adjust-ment. Refer to the se
parate owner’s manual
for details.
Rear window wiper and washer
NOTE
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Wiper and washer switch6-52 Instruments and controls
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The headlamp washer can be operated withthe operation mode in ON or ACC and thelamp switch at the “ ” position.Push the button once and the washer fluidwill be sprayed on to the headlamps.
INT - The wiper operates continuously
for several seconds then operatesintermittently at intervals of aboutevery 8 seconds
OFF - Off
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The washer fluid will be sprayedonto the rear window when theknob is turned fully in either direc-tion.The wipers operate automaticallyseveral times while the washer fluidis being sprayed
NOTE
zThe rear window wiper will automaticallyperform several conti
nuous operations if the
selector lever is put in the “R” position whilethe windscreen wipers
or the rear window
wiper is operating.
(automatic operation
mode)After the automatic operation, the rear win-dow wiper will stop operating if the knob isin the “OFF” position.
If the knob is in the
“INT” position, the rear window wiper willreturn to the intermittent operation.It is possible
to set the rear window wiper to
perform the automatic operation only if theselector lever is put in the “R” position whilethe rear window wiper
is operating with the
knob in the “INT” position.For further informati
on, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORSAuthorised Service Point.zIf the knob is in the “OFF” position, turn theknob to the “INT” position twice quickly tooperate the rear window
wiper continuously.
(continuous operation mode)Turn the knob to the “OFF” position to stopthe rear window wipe
r continuous operation.
zThe interval for intermittent operation can beadjusted.For further information, we recommend youto consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORSAuthorised Service Point.On vehicles equipped with Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (MMCS), screenoperations can be used to make the adjust-ment. Refer to the separate owner’s manualfor details.
Headlamp washer switch
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NOTE
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Wiper deicer switch*
Instruments and controls 6-53
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zIf the moving wipers become blocked byice or other deposits on the glass, themotor may burn out even if the wiperswitch is turned to OFF. If obstructionoccurs, park your vehicle in a safe place,stop the Plug-in Hybrid EV System, andclean the deposits from the glass so thatthe wipers operate smoothly.zDo not use the wipers when the glass isdry.They may scratch the glass surface andthe blades wear out prematurely.zBefore using the wipers in cold weather,check that the wiper blades are not frozenonto the glass. The motor may burn out ifthe wipers are used with the blades frozenonto the glass.zAv o i d u s i n g t h e w a s h e r c o n t i n u o u s l y f o rmore than 20 seconds. Do not operate thewasher when the fluid reservoir is empty.Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
zPeriodically check the level of washerfluid in the reservoir and refill if required.During cold weather, add a recommendedwasher solution that will not freeze in thewasher reservoir. Failure to do so couldresult in loss of washer function and frostdamage to the system components.
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The rear window demister switch can beoperated when the Plug-in Hybrid EV Systemis operating.When the front wipers have frozen to thewindscreen at the parked positions, turningon this switch will heat the windscreen tomake the wipers operable. Press the rear win-dow demister switch and the deicer will oper-ate.
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The rear window demister switch can beoperated when the operation mode of thepower switch is in ON.Push the switch to turn on the rear windowdemister. It will be turned off automatically inabout 15 to 20 minutes depending on the out-side temperature. To turn off the demisterwhile it is operating, push the switch again.The indicator lamp (A) will illuminate whilethe demister is on.
NOTE
zIf the operation mode is in ON or ACC andthe headlamps are on,
the headlamp washer
operates together with the windscreenwasher the first time the windscreen washerlever is pulled.
Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers
Wiper deicer switch*
NOTE
zThe wiper deicer is activated/deactivated,depending on the operation of the rear win-dow demister. Refer to “Rear windowdemister switch” on page 6-53.
Rear window demister switch
NOTE
zDo not use this switch when the ready indi-cator lamp is not illuminated. The auxiliarybattery could go flat, making it impossible tostart the Plug-in Hybrid EV System.
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Outside rear-view mirrors
Starting and driving 7-7
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Adjust the rear-view mirror to maximize theview through the rear window.It is possible to move the mirror up and downto adjust its position.It is possible to move the mirror up/down andleft/right to adjust its position.
The lever (A) at the bottom of the mirror canbe used to adjust the mirror to reduce theglare from the headlamps of vehicles behindyou during night driving.
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The outside rear-view mirrors can be oper-ated when the operation mode is put in ON orACC.
To adjust the vertical mirror position To a d j u s t t h e m i r r o r p o s i t i o n
To r e d u c e t h e g l a r e 1- Normal2- Anti-glare
Outside rear-view mirrors To a d j u s t t h e m i r r o r p o s i t i o n
WA R N I N GzDo not attempt to adjust the rear-viewmirrors while driving. This can be danger-ous.Always adjust the mirrors before driving.zYo u r v e h i c l e i s e q u i p p e d w i t h c o n v e x t y p emirrors.Please take into consideration, but objectsyou see in the mirror will look smaller andfarther away compared to a normal flatmirror.Do not use this mirror to estimate distanceof following vehicles
when changing lanes.
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Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation
Starting and driving 7-21
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Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y n o t p r o v i d e s u f f i c i e n t h i l lclimbing ability and regenerative brake onsteep slope. Avoid driving on steep slopeseven though the vehicle is an 4-wheel drivevehicle.
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After operating the vehicle in rough road con-ditions, be sure to perform the followinginspection and maintenance procedures:zCheck that the vehicle has not been dam-aged by rocks, gravel, etc.zCarefully wash the vehicle with water.Drive the vehicle slowly while lightlydepressing the brake pedal in order to dryout the brakes. If the brakes still do notfunction properly, we recommend you tohave the brakes checked as soon as possi-ble.zRemove the insects, dried grass, etc. clog-ging the radiator core.zCheck the inside of the vehicle. If waterentry is found, dry the carpet etc.zInspect the headlamps, If the headlampbulb is flooded with water, we recom-mend you to have it drained.
WA R N I N GzDo not over-rely on the 4-wheel drive vehi-cles. Even 4-wheel drive vehicles have lim-its to the system and ability to maintaincontrol and traction.
Reckless driving may
lead to accidents. Always drive carefully,taking account of the road conditions.zImproperly operating this vehicle on oroff-pavement can cause an accident orrollover in which you and your passengerscould be seriously injured or killed.•Follow all instructions and guidelines inthe owner’s manual.•Keep your speed low and do not drivefaster than conditions.NOTE
zDriving on rough roads can be hard on avehicle. Before you leave the pavement, besure all scheduled maintenance and servicehas been done, and that
you have inspected
your vehicle. Pay special attention to thecondition of the tyres, and check the tyrepressures.zMITSUBISHI MOTORS
is not responsible
to the operator for any damage or injurycaused or liability incurred by improper andnegligent operation of a vehicle. All tech-niques of vehicle operation depend on theskill and experience of the operator and otherparticipating parties.
Any deviation from the
recommended operating instructions aboveis at their own risk.
zNote that the stopping
distance required of
the 4-wheel drive vehicle differs very littlefrom that of the 2-wheel
drive vehicle. When
driving on a snow-covered
road or a slippery,
muddy surface, make sure that you keep asufficient distance between your vehicle andthe one ahead of you.zThe driving posture s
hould be more upright;
adjust the seat to a good position for easysteering and pedal operati
on. Be sure to wear
the seat belt.zAfter driving on rough roads, check eachpart of the vehicle and wash it thoroughlywith water. Refer to the “Inspection andmaintenance following rough road opera-tion” section and “Maintenance” sections.
Climbing/descending sharp grades
NOTE
Inspection and maintenance following rough road opera-tion
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