2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE automatic transmission fluid

Continuously variable transmission (CVT) (if so equipped) 5-42 Features and controls
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Move the lever to this
position only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop. At this position, the transmission is disen- gaged. It is the same
as the neutral position on
a manual transaxle and should be used whenthe vehicle is not m
oving for an extended
length of time during driving, such as in a traffic jam.
This position is used fo
r most city and high-
way driving. The transmission will automati-cally and continuously ch
ange its gear ratio
depending on road and driving conditions. This position is for use when light engine braking at high-speed is needed, or driving up very steep hills and for
engine braking at low
speeds when descendi
ng steep gradients.
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When the selector lever position indicator blinks while you are driving, there could be a malfunction in the automatic transaxle system or CVT fluid temperature becomes abnor- mally high.
“R” REVERSE

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.
“N” NEUTRAL

WA R N I N G Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving since you could accidentally
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) positi
on, or when shift-
ing into or out of “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-tion.
“D” DRIVE

CAUTION To prevent transmission damage, never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) position from the “R”(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion.
“B” BRAKE

WA R N I N G
When a malfunction occurs in the automatic transaxle

When the selector lever position indicator blinks

NOTE
 The “A” indicator blinks only if the CVT selector lever switch is broken.It is not seen during normal driving.
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Continuously variable transmission (CVT) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-43
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To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) position (when passing another vehicle) pushthe accelerator to the floor. The CVT will automatically downshift. For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle can be
left in selector lever
position and held stati
onary with the service
brake. For longer waiting periods with the engine running, place th
e selector lever in the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position and apply the parking brake, while holding th
e vehicle stationary
with the service brake.
CAUTION If a malfunction occurs in the CVT while driving, the indicator will blink.In this case, immediat
ely park your vehicle
in a safe place and follow these procedures: [If the indicator blinks
rapidly (once per sec-
ond), the CVT fluid is overheating.]Park your vehicle in
a safe place but do not
turn off the engine. M
ove the selector lever
to the “P” (PARK) position and open thebonnet. Keep the engine, idling. After a while, move the selector lever into any position other than
“P” (PARK) position
and confirm that the in
dicator stops blinking.
It is safe to continue driving if the indicator no longer blinks.If the indicator conti
nues blinking or blinks
intermittently, have your
vehicle inspected at
an authorized Mitsubi
shi Motors dealer or
repair facility of your choice. [If the indicator blinks slowly (once per 2 seconds), the CVT sa
fety device may be
operating due to a malfunction.] Have the vehicle inspec
ted at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or repair facility of
your choice as soon as possible.
Operation of the CVT

CAUTION Before selecting a pos
ition with the engine
running and the vehicl
e stationary, firmly
depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehi- cle from creeping. The vehicle will begin to
move as soon as the
CVT is engaged, especi
ally when the engine
speed or idle speed is
high, or with the air
conditioning (cooling or
heating) operating.
Do not release the brake pedal until you are ready to drive away. Depress the brake pedal with the right foot at all times. Using the left foot c
ould cause driver move-
ment delay in case of an emergency. To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the engine at high rpms when shifting from the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL). Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot is resting
on the brake pedal will
affect braking efficien
cy and may cause pre-
mature wear of brake pads. Use the selector lever in the correct shift position in accordance
with driving condi-
tions. Never coast downhill backward in the driv-ing shift position “D” (DRIVE) or coast for- ward in the “R” (REVERSE) position. Engine stopping and in
creased brake pedal
and steering effort coul
d lead to an accident.
Do not rev the engine
with the brake pedal
pressed when the vehicle is stationary.This can damage the CVT.Also, when you depress
the accelerator pedal
while holding down the brake pedal with the selector lever in th
e “D” (DRIVE) position,
the engine revolutions
may not rise as high
as when performing the same operation with the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL)position.
Passing acceleration

Waiting

CAUTION
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-5
Active stability control (ASC)
..............
5-49
Air bag
..............................................
4-21
Air cleaner filter
...................................
9-8
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
..............
7-11
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-17 Manual air conditioning
....................
7-7
Air purifier
.........................................
7-18
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-35
Antenna
Roof antenna
..................................
7-41
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-46
Assist grip
........................................
5-110
Audio
AM/FM electronically
tuned radio with
CD player
....................................
7-18
Error codes
.....................................
7-38
Handling of compact discs
...............
7-40
Automatic air conditioning
..................
7-11
B
Back-up light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-26
Ball joint, steering li
nkage seals and drive
shaft boots
.......................................
9-21
Battery
..............................................
9-10
Charging system warning light
........
5-73
Checking battery
electrolyte level
....
9-10
Disconnection and connection
.........
9-11
During cold weather
.......................
9-11
Specification
..................................
11-4
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface
.....................
5-81
Bottle holders
....................................
5-108
Brake
Fluid
.............................................
11-5
Brake assist system
.............................
5-46
Braking
...............................................
6-5
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-46
Hose
.............................................
9-20
Pad wear alarm
..............................
5-45
Parking brake
.................................
5-31
Pedal
.............................................
5-44
Pedal free play
...............................
9-18
Power brakes
.................................
5-44
Service brake
.................................
5-44
Warning lights
...............................
5-72
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-2
Bulb capacity
.....................................
9-26
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-5
Card holder
......................................
5-105
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-27
Catalytic converter
................................
9-3
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging system warning light
.............
5-73
Child restraint systems
........................
4-14
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-27
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle
......................
9-32
Outside of your vehicle
...................
9-33
Clutch
Pedal free play
................................
9-18
Consumer information
.........................
10-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
...
5-39 Fluid
.......................................
9-9
, 11-5
Selector lever operation
...................
5-40
Selector lever positions
....................
5-41
Convenience hook
.............................
5-109
Coolant (engine)
..........................
9-7
, 11-5
Cruise control
.....................................
5-52
Cup holders
......................................
5-108
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