2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE Temperature warning light

If this problem occurs... 2-6 Quick index
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Cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position.(for vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT))
Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal. Check that the ignition switch
or the operation mode is in ON.
P. 5-39
The windows are fogged up.
Vehicles equipped with the he
ater without air conditioning
function or th
e manual air
conditioning
:
1. Set the mode selection dial
to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower. Vehicles equipped with th
e automatic air conditioning
:
Push the defogger switch
to change the “ ” mode.
P. 7-6, 7-10,
7-13
The engine does not start. The lights do not come on. The lights are dim. The horn does not honk.The horn sound is weak.
Have the battery checked. Rech
arge or replace as needed.
P. 8-2, P. 9-10
The high coolant temperature warning light is illuminates. Steam comes out of the engine compartment.
The engine is overheated. Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.
P. 8-4
Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
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Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter (F.A.S
.T.-key) (if so equipped)
5-16 Features and controls
5
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When the operation mode is in OFF, the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the passenger compart-ment, all the doors and the liftgate are closed, and someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the driver’s door switch or the lift-gate switch, the warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds for about
3 seconds as a warn-
ing, and the doors and the liftgate cannot belocked.
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When the operation mode is in OFF, andsomeone tries to lock the vehicle by pressingthe driver’s door switch or the liftgate switch while one of the doors or the liftgate is not fully closed, the warning light blinks and thebuzzer sounds for about
3 seconds as a warn-
ing, and the doors and the liftgate cannot be locked.
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When the operation m
ode is in any mode
other than OFF, all the doors and the liftgateare closed, and someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the driver’s door switch or the liftgate switch,
the warning light blinks
and the buzzer sounds fo
r about 3 seconds as
a warning, and the doors and the liftgate can- not be locked.
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 The operation mode ca
n be in any mode
to start the engine.  The starter motor will be turning for up to approximately 15 seconds if the engine switch is released at once. Pressing the engine switch again while the starter motor is still turning will stop the starter motor. The starter motor will be turningfor up to approximately 30 seconds while the engine swit
ch is pressed.
If the engine does not start, wait for awhile and then attempt to start the engine again. Trying repeatedly with the starter motor still turning will damage the startermechanism.  If the engine will not start because the bat- tery is weak or discharged, refer to“Jump-starting the engine” on page 8-2 for instructions.  A longer warm up period will only con- sume extra fuel. The engine is warmed up enough for driv- ing when the low coolant temperatureindicator goes out. Refer to “Low coolant temperature indi- cator” on page 5-71.
NOTE
 The F.A.S.T.-key take
-out monitoring system
does not function if the F.A.S.T.-key isremoved through a window without openinga door. This setting can be changed. See an authorized Mi
tsubishi Motors dealer
for details.  The warning may display even if the F.A.S.T.-key is in the operating range for starting the engine a
nd changing the opera-
tion mode. The surrounding environment orelectromagnetic waves
may make it impossi-
ble to verify the ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and vehicle.
Key lock-in prevention system

Door ajar prevention system

Operation mode OFF reminder system

Starting and stopping the engine

Tips for starting

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Starting the engine
Features and controls 5-37
5
2. Insert the ignition key. 3. Make sure the parking brake is applied.4. Press and hold the
brake pedal down with
your right foot. 5. Press and hold the clut
ch pedal all the way
down (manual transaxle). 6. On vehicles equipped with manual trans- axle, place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.On vehicles equippe
d with continuously
variable transmission (CVT), make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK)position.
7. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi- tion and make certain that all warninglights are functioning properly before starting the engine. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the “START”position without pre
ssing the accelerator
pedal. Release the key when the engine starts.
After several attempts
, you may experience
that the engine still does not start. 1. Make sure that all electric devices, such as lights, air conditi
oning blower and rear
window defogger, are turned off. 2. While depressing the brake pedal {contin- uously variable transmission (CVT)} orthe clutch pedal (manual transaxle), press the accelerator peda
l halfway and hold it
there, then crank th
e engine. Release the
accelerator pedal, immediately after the engine starts.
3. If the engine still wi
ll not start, the engine
could be flooded with too much gasoline.While depressing the brake pedal (CVT) or the clutch pedal (manual transaxle), push the accelerator pedal all the waydown and hold it there, then crank the engine for 5 to 6 seconds. Return the igni- tion switch to the “OFF” position andrelease the accelerator pedal. Wait a few seconds, and then crank the engine again for 5 to 6 seconds while depressing the brake pedal (CVT) or the clutch pedal (manual transaxle), but do not push theaccelerator pedal. Release the ignition key if the engine starts.
If the engine fails to
start, repeat these procedures. If theengine still will not
start, contact your
local Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choi
ce for assistance.
When the ambient temperature is -4 °F (-20 °C) or lower, it may not be possible to start from a standstill even with the selector lever in the “D” (DRIVE) or “R” (REVERSE)position. This phenomenon occurs because the trans- axle has not warmed up sufficiently; it does
NOTE
 On vehicles equipped
with manual transaxle,
the starter will not ope
rate unless the clutch
pedal is fully depresse
d (Clutch interlock).
NOTE
On vehicles equipped wi
th CVT, the starter
will not operate unless th
e selector lever is in
the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-tion.For safety reasons, start the engine in the “P” (PARK) position so that the wheels are locked.
NOTE
 Minor noises may be he
ard on engine start-
up. These will disappear
as the engine warms
up.
When the engine is hard to start
Startability of CVT vehicle with ambient temperature of -4 °F (-20 °C) or lower
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Service brake 5-44 Features and controls
5
Prior to moving off after having stopped the vehicle, make sure that
the selector lever is in
“D” (DRIVE) position. To park the vehicle, first bring it to a com- plete stop, fully engage the parking brake,and then move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If the CVT does not shift while driving, or your vehicle does not pick up enough speed when starting on an uphill slope, it may be that there is something unusual happening inthe transmission, causi
ng a safety device to
activate. Have your ve
hicle checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your c
hoice as soon as possi-
ble.
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Overuse of the brake can cause weakening, resulting in poor brake response and prema- ture wear of the brake pads.When driving down a long or steep hill, use engine braking by movi
ng the selector lever
to “B” (BRAKE) position.
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Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes for more braking force with less brake pedal effort.Your brakes are designed to operate at full capacity, even if the power assist is not being used.If the power assist is not being used, the effort needed to press the brake pedal is greater. If you should lose the power assist for somereason, the brakes will still work. If the power brake unit or either of the two brake hydraulic systems stops working prop-erly, the rest of the brake system will still work, but the vehicle will not slow down as quickly.You will know this has happened if you find you need to press the brake down farther, or harder when slowing down or stopping, or ifthe brake warning light and the warning dis- play in the multi-information display come on. Have the brake system repaired at an
CAUTION To avoid transmission
overheating, never try
to keep your vehicle
stationary on a hill by
using the accelerator
pedal. Always apply
the parking brake and/or service brake. Do not rev the engine unnecessarily while the vehicle is stationary. Unexpected acceler- ation may occur if the selector lever is in aposition other than “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).
Parking

When the CVT makes no speed change

Service brake Brake pedal
WA R N I N G Do not leave any objects near the brake pedal or let a floor mat slide under it; doing so could prevent the full pedalstroke that would be necessary in an emergency. Make sure that the pedal can be operated freely at all times. Make surethe floor mat is securely held in place.
CAUTION It is important not to drive the vehicle with your foot resting on the brake pedal whenbraking is not required.
This practice can
result in very high brake temperatures, pre- mature lining wear, a
nd possible damage to
the brakes.
Power brakes
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Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-59
5
The tire pressure monitoring system may not work normally in the following circum- stances:  A wireless facility or device using the same frequency is near the vehicle.  Snow or ice is stuck inside the fenders and/or on the wheels. The tire inflation pres
sure sensor’s battery
is dead.  Wheels other than Mitsubishi Genuine wheels are being used.  Wheels that are not fitted with tire infla- tion pressure sensors are being used. Wheels whose ID codes are not memo- rized by the vehicle are used.  Compact spare tire (if so equipped) is fit- ted on a road wheel.  A window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
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If new wheels with new tire inflation pressuresensors are installed, their ID codes must be programmed into the tire pressure monitoring system. Have tire and
wheel replacement per-
formed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to avoid the ri
sk of damaging the tire
inflation pressure sensors. If the wheelreplacement is not done by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
, it is not covered by
your warranty.
N00533000236
Your tire pressure monitoring system oper- ates on a radio frequenc
y subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules(For vehicles sold in
U.S.A.) and Industry
Canada Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with part 15 of FCCRules and Industry Ca
nada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions.  This device may not
cause harmful inter-
ference This device must ac
cept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
 Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.Such a spray could damage the tire inflationpressure sensors. Have any puncture repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.  Using the tire repair kit may damage the tire inflation pressure sensor. The vehicle mustpromptly be inspected and repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer after using the tire repair kit.NOTE
NOTE
 Tire inflation pressures vary with the ambi- ent temperature. If the vehicle is subjected tolarge variations in ambient temperature, thetire inflation pressures may be under-inflated (causing the warning light come on) when the ambient temperature is relatively low. Ifthe warning light comes on, adjust the tire inflation pressure.
Whenever the tires and wheels are replaced with new ones

CAUTION The use of non-genuine wheels will prevent the proper fit of the tire inflation pressure sensors, resulting air
leakage or damage of
the sensors.
General information

WA R N I N G Changes or modifica
tions not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for compli- ance could void the
user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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Indicators
Features and controls 5-71
5
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The arrows will flash in time with the corre- sponding exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is used. Both arrows will flash when the hazard warn- ing flasher swit
ch is pressed.
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A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.
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This indicator comes on while the front foglights are on.
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This indicator comes on in green while the coolant temperature is low.
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This indicator comes on while fuel-efficient driving is achieved.
1- High beam indicator
 P. 5 - 7 1
2- Electric power stee
ring system warning
light
 P. 5 - 4 8
3- Tire pressure moni
toring system warn-
ing light (if so equipped)
 P.5-57
4- Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning
lights
 P.5-71
5- Front fog light indicator (if so
equipped)
 P.5-71
6- Door-ajar warning light
 P.5-74
7- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
warning light
 P.4-27
8- High coolant temperature warning light
(red)
 P.5-73
9- Low coolant temp
erature indicator
(green)
 P. 5 - 7 1
10- Oil pressure warning light
 P.5-73
11- Engine malfuncti
on indicator (“SER-
VICE ENGINE SOON” or “Checkengine light”)
 P.5-72
12- Charging system warning light

P.5-73
13- Brake warning light
 P.5-72
14- Anti-lock braking system warning light
 P.5-47
15- Multi-information display
 P. 5 - 6 2
16- Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning
light
 P. 4 - 1 1
17- Cruise control indicator (if so
equipped)
 P.5-52
18- Active stability control (ASC) indica-
tor/warning light
 P.5-51, 5-51
19- Active stability control (ASC) OFF
indicator/warning light
 P.5-51, 5-51
20- ECO indicator
 P.5-71
21- For details, refer
to “Warning activa-
tor” on page 5-15 (if so equipped)
22- For details, refer
to “Warning activa-
tor” on page 5-15 (if so equipped)
Indicators Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
NOTE
 If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if the indicator stays on wi
thout flashing, check
for a malfunctioning turn signal light bulb orturn signal connection.
High beam indicator Front fog light indicator
(if so
equipped)Low coolant temperature indi- cator - green
NOTE
 When the indicator goes out, this should be used as a rough indication of when the heat- ing starts working.
ECO indicator
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Warning lights
Features and controls 5-73
5
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunc- tion in the charging system or when the igni-tion switch is turned to the “ON” position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON. When the engine is started, the lightshould go out. Check to make sure that the light has gone out before driving.
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This light comes on when the engine oil pres-sure is below normal. If the light stays on while driving, stop the engine as soon as pos-sible. Do not run the engine until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.
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This light comes on in red if the coolant tem- perature becomes excessively high.
CAUTION Driving for a long time
with the engine mal-
function indicator on may cause more dam-age to the emission control system. Thiscould also affect fuel
economy and drivabil-
ity. If this indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or the operation mode is put in ON, havethe system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. If the engine malfunction indicator comes on while the engine is running, avoid driving athigh speeds. During vehicle
operation with the indicator
on, the vehicle may not
accelerate when you
depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle is stat
ionary with the indi-
cator on, you must depr
ess the brake pedal
more firmly than usual since the engine idling speed is higher th
an usual and a vehi-
cle with a CVT has a stronger tendency tocreep forward.
NOTE
 Do not disconnect the ba
ttery cable when the
engine malfunction i
ndicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) ison. The engine electronic
control module stores
critical OBD informati
on (especially exhaust
emission data), which ma
y be lost if the bat-
tery cable is disconne
cted while the engine
malfunction indicator is
on. This will make it
difficult to diagnose th
e cause of future prob-
lems.
Charging system warning light
CAUTION If the warning light stays on while the engine is running, park your ve
hicle in a safe place
as soon as possible and
contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice to have the system checked.
Oil pressure warning light
CAUTION If this light comes on when the engine oil level is not low, have
your vehicle checked at
an authorized Mitsubish
i Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice. This warning light does not show the amount of oil in the crankcase. This can only be determined by checking the oil level with the dipstick with the engine turned off.
High coolant temperature warning light - red
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If the vehicle breaks down 8-2 For emergencies
8
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If your vehicle breaks down on the road, move to the shoulder and turn on the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder, orthe shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane slowly with the haza
rd lights flashing until
you come to a safe stopping place. Keep theflashers flashing. If the engine stops, there will be no power assist to the steering and brakes, making these difficult to use.  The brake booster will not work, so the brakes will not grip well. The brake pedal will be harder to press than usual.  Since there is no power steering assist, the steering wheel will be hard to turn.
Get help from your passengers, bystanders, etc. to push the vehicle
and move it to a safe
area.
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If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or de
ad, you can start it with
the battery from anothe
r vehicle using jumper
cables. 1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets th
at might create an
accidental electrical contact. 2. Position the vehi
cles close enough
together so that the jumper cables canreach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
3. You could be injured if the vehicles move. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehi- cle. Put an automatic transaxle or CVT in “P” (PARK) or a manual transaxle in “N”(Neutral). 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position or put the operation mode inOFF. 5. Make sure your battery electrolyte is at the proper level. (Refer to “Battery” on page 9-10.)
If the vehicle breaks down If the engine stops/fails When the engine fails at the intersection
Jump-starting the engine
WA R N I N G To reduce the risk of igniting flammable gas that may be emitted from the battery,carefully read this section before jump- starting the vehicle. Do not try to start you
r vehicle by pushing
or towing. This can cause an accident resulting in serious
injury or death and
can damage the vehicle.NOTE
 Do not use jumper cables if they have dam- age or corrosion.
CAUTION Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-
volt battery. If the other system isn’t 12-volt,both systems can be damaged.NOTE
 Turn off all lights, heat
er, and othe
r electrical
loads. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.WA R N I N G If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or looks frozen, DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMPSTARTING!! The battery might spli
t open or explode if
the temperature is below the freezingpoint or if it is not filled to the proper level.
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