NOTElThe engine electronic control module ac-
commodating the onboard diagnostic system has various fault data (especially about the
exhaust emission) stored.
This data will be erased if a battery cable is
disconnected which will make a rapid diag- nosis difficult. Do not disconnect a batterycable when the check engine warning lamp
is ON.Charge warning display
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This lamp illuminates when
the ignition switch is turnedto the “ON” position, and goes off after the engine has
started.
CAUTIONl If it illuminates while the engine is running,
there is a problem in the charging system. In
this case, immediately park your vehicle in a safe place and we recommend you to have it checked.Oil pressure warning lamp
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This lamp illuminates when
the ignition switch is turnedto the “ON” position, and goes off after the engine has
started. If it illuminates
while the engine is running,
the oil pressure is too low. Turn the engine off and have it inspected.
CAUTIONl This warning lamp does not indicate the
amount of oil level in the engine. This must
be determined by checking the oil level on the dipstick, while the engine is switched off.
l If this lamp illuminates when the engine oil
level is not low, have it inspected.
l If you continue driving with low engine oil
level or with this warning lamp illuminated,
engine seizure may occur.Door ajar warning lamp
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This lamp illuminates when
a door or the backdoor is ei-
ther open or incompletely closed.
If the vehicle speed reaches approximately
8 km/h (5 mph) with a door or the backdoor open or incompletely closed, the warning
lamp flashes 8 times and a buzzer simultane- ously sounds 8 times as a warning.CAUTIONl Before moving your vehicle, check that the
warning lamp is OFF.NOTEl On vehicles with keyless entry system, the
lamp remains illuminated for a certain peri-
od and then goes out automatically.
l Buzzer settings can be changed at a your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point to:
• No buzzer operation (buzzer disabled)
• Continuous buzzer operationCentre information display
E00517801423CAUTIONlThe driver should not operate the display
while the vehicle is in motion.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ACC” position, the screen switches on auto- matically.
Centre information display
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AUTO
With the ignition switch in
the “ON” position, head-
lamps, position, tail, licence
plate, and instrument panel
lamps turn on and off auto-
matically in accordance with
outside light level. {Day-
time running lamps (if so
equipped) will be turned on
while the tail lamps are off.}
All lamps turn off automati-
cally when the ignition
switch is turned to the
“OFF” position.Position, tail, licence plate
and instrument panel lamps
onHeadlamps and other lamps
onNOTEl The sensitivity of the automatic on/off con-
trol can be adjusted.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.NOTEl When the headlamps are turned off by the
automatic on/off control with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position, the front fog lamps (if so equipped) and rear fog lamp al-
so go off. When the headlamps are subse- quently turned back on by the automatic
on/off control, the front fog lamps also come on but the rear fog lamp stays off. If you wish to turn the rear fog lamp back on, oper-
ate the switch again.
l Do not cover the sensor (A) for the automat-
ic on/off control by affixing a sticker or label
to the windscreen.
l If the lamps do not turn on or off with the
switch in the “AUTO” position, manually
operate the switch and we recommend you
to have your vehicle checked.
Daytime running lamps*
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The daytime running lamps come on when
the engine is running and the lamp switch is in the “OFF” or “AUTO” position and the
tail lamps are off.NOTEl If the lamp switch is in the “” or “”
position, or if the tail lamps are on when the lamp switch is in the “AUTO” position, the
daytime running lamps come on as position lamps.Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp,
etc.) auto-cutout function
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l If the ignition key is turned to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the ignition switch, and without
opening the driver’s door for 3 minutes with the lamp switch in the “
” posi-
tion, the lamps will turn off automatical-
ly.
l If the ignition key is turned to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the ignition switch and the driver’s
door is opened within 3 minutes with the
lamp switch in the “
” position, a buz-
zer will sound to warn the driver that the
lamps have not been turned off, and these lamps will automatically turn off.
Combination headlamps and dipper switch
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NOTElThe lamp auto-cutout will not function when
the lamp switch is in the “” position
l When the ignition key has been turned to ei-
ther the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or re- moved from the ignition switch with the
lamp switch in the “
” position, and the
lamp switch is returned to the “OFF” within
approximately 3 minutes, the auto-cutout function will not be activated.
When you want to keep the
lamps on
l Turn the lamp switch in the “OFF” posi-
tion while the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position.
l Turn on the lamps with the switch in the
“
” or “” position again, then the
lamps will remain on.
l Remove the ignition key.
NOTElFor further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.Lamp monitor buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened when the key is
in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or re-
moved from the ignition switch while the
lamps are on, a buzzer will sound to remind the driver to turn off the lamps.
When the lamp auto-cutout function acts, the
buzzer will stop automatically.
Dipper (High/Low beam
change)
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When the lamp switch is in the “” posi-
tion, the beam changes from high to low (or
low to high) each time the lever is pulled fully (1). While the high-beam is on, the
high-beam indication lamp in the instrument
cluster will also illuminate.
NOTEl On vehicles equipped with the automatic
high-beam system, if you press the ON side
of the automatic high-beam system switch when high-beam is on, automatic high-beam
system will be activated.Automatic high-beam system*
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The system switches the headlamp beams
(high/low) when the automatic high-beam system camera (A) senses a illuminant such as lights of a vehicle in front or oncoming ve-
hicle or a street lamp.
Combination headlamps and dipper switch
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Switch position 4-Driver + Full luggageloadingAutomatic headlamp levelling*
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This function automatically adjusts the illu-
mination distance of the headlamps according
to the number of people and the load in the vehicle.
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion and the lamp switch is in the “
” posi-
tion, the illumination distance of the head-
lamps is automatically adjusted when the ve-
hicle is stopped.
Automatic headlamp levelling
warning lamp
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The automatic headlamp levelling warning lamp should illuminate when the ignition switch is turned “ON”, and should go off in a
few seconds.
CAUTIONl If the warning lamp stays on or does not illu-
minate when the ignition switch is turned
“ON”, it indicates that the automatic head- lamp levelling device is not functioning.
We recommend you to have your vehicle in- spected.Turn-signal lever
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1- Turn-signalsWhen making a normal turn, use posi-
tion (1). The lever will return automati-
cally when cornering is completed.
2- Lane-change signals When changing lanes, use position (2). It
will return to the neutral position when released.
Also, when you move the lever to (2)
slightly then release it, the turn-signal
lamps and indication lamp in the instru-
ment cluster will flash 3 times.
NOTEl If the lamp flashes unusually quickly, the
bulb in a turn-signal lamp may have burned out. We recommend you to have the vehicle
inspected.
l It is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• Sounding of a buzzer as the turn-signal
lamps flash.
• Flashing of the turn-signal lamps when
the lever is operated with the ignition switch in the “ACC” position.
• The turn-signal lamps 3-flash function for
lane changes can be deactivated.
• The time required to operate the lever for
the 3-flash function can be adjusted.Hazard warning flasher
switch E00506600440
Use the hazard warning flasher switch when
the vehicle has to be parked on the road for
any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be operated, regardless of the position of the ig-
nition key.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers, all turn-signal lamps flash continu-
ously.
Turn-signal lever
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Your driving ability can be seriously im-
paired even with blood alcohol levels far be- low the legal minimum. If you have beendrinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated
non-drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or
use public transportation. Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you so-ber.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription
drugs affect your alertness, perception and re- action time. Consult with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under the in- fluence of any of these medications.WARNINGl NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired.Safe driving techniques
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Driving safety and protection against injury
cannot be fully ensured. However, we recom- mend that you pay extra attention to the fol-
lowing:
Seat belts
Before starting the vehicle, make sure that
you and your passengers have fastened your seat belts.
Floor mats
WARNINGl Keep floor mats clear of the pedals by
correctly laying floor mats that are suita-
ble for the vehicle.
To prevent the floor mats from slipping out of position, securely retain them usingthe hook etc.
Note that laying a floor mat over a pedal
or laying one floor mat on top of another can obstruct pedal operation and lead to a
serious accident.Carrying children in the vehi-
cle
l Never leave your vehicle unattended
with the key in the ignition and children
inside the vehicle. Children may play with the driving controls and this could
lead to an accident.
l Make sure that infants and small chil-
dren are properly restrained in accord-
ance with the laws and regulations, and for maximum protection in case of an
accident.
l Prevent children from playing in the lug-
gage compartment. It is quite dangerousto allow them to play there while the ve-
hicle is moving.
Safe driving techniques
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Parking on an uphill slope
Turn the front wheels away from the kerband move the vehicle back until the kerb side
wheel gently touches the kerb.
Apply the parking brake and place the gear-
shift lever into the 1st
position (with M/T) or
the selector lever into the “P” (PARK) posi- tion (with A/T).
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
NOTEl If your vehicle is equipped with
A/T, be sure
to apply the parking brake before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) posi-
tion. If you move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position before applying theparking brake, it may be difficult to disen-
gage the selector lever from the “P” (PARK)
position when next you drive the vehicle, re- quiring application of a strong force to the selector lever to move from the “P” (PARK)
position.
Parking with the engine run-
ning
Never leave the engine running while you
take a short sleep/rest, or you open or close a gate or garage door, etc. Also, never leave the
engine running in a closed or poorly ventila-
ted place.
WARNINGl Leaving the engine running risks injury
or death from accidentally moving the
gearshift lever (on M/T vehicles) or the se- lector lever (on A/T vehicles) or the accu-
mulation of toxic exhaust fumes in the
passenger compartment.
Where you park
WARNINGl Do not park your vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry grass
or leaves can come in contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could occur.
When leaving the vehicle
Always remove the key from the ignition
switch and lock all doors (including the back-
door) when leaving the vehicle unattended. Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
Steering wheel height
adjustment E00600700222
1.Release the tilt lock lever while holding
the steering wheel up.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
height.
3. Securely lock the steering wheel by pull-
ing the tilt lock lever fully upward.
A- Locked B- Release
WARNINGl Do not attempt to adjust the steering
wheel while you are driving the vehicle.
Steering wheel height adjustment
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NOTElBe careful not to get your hands trapped
while a mirror is moving.
l If you move a mirror by hand or it moves af-
ter hitting a person or object, you may not be
able to return it to its original position using the mirror retractor switch. If this happens,
push the mirror retractor switch to place the mirror in its retracted position and then push
the switch again to return the mirror to its original position.
l If the battery voltage is low and you start the
engine while extending the mirrors, the mir- rors may stop part-way. If this happens, push
the mirror retractor switch to retract the mir- rors and then push the switch again to extend
them.
l When freezing has occurred and mirrors fail
to operate as intended, please refrain from
repeated pushing of the retractor switch as
this action can result in burn-out of the mir- ror motor circuits.
Automatic extension of mirrors
If the engine is stopped and started with the
mirrors retracted, the mirrors automatically
extend for safety when the vehicle speed rea-
ches 30 km/h (19 mph).
Heated mirror*
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To demist or defrost the outside rear-view
mirrors, press the rear window demister
switch.
The indication lamp (C) will illuminate while
the demister is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 minutes.Ignition switch
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Vehicles with M/TVehicles with A/TLOCK
The engine is stopped and the steering wheel
locked. The key can only be inserted and re- moved in this position.
ACC
The engine is stopped, but the electrical devi-
ces such as the radio and cigarette lighter can be operated.
ON
The engine is running, and all the vehicle’s
electrical devices can be operated.
START
The starter motor operates. After the engine has started, release the key and it will auto- matically return to the “ON” position.
NOTEl Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
immobilizer. To start the engine, the ID codewhich the transponder inside the key sends must match the one registered in the immo-
bilizer computer.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer” on page
3-03.
Ignition switch
6-11OVWE16E1Starting and driving6
Ignition switch illumination
In the situations listed below, the ignitionswitch illumination comes on to facilitate in-
sertion or removal of the ignition key.
l When any door or the backdoor is
opened, the ignition switch illumination
comes on. When it is closed, the ignition switch illumination becomes steadily
dimmer until completely going off about 15 seconds later.
l When the ignition key is removed with
all the doors and the backdoor closed, the ignition switch illumination comes
on and stays on for about 15 seconds.
The ignition switch illumination immediately goes off if any of the following actions is tak-
en while it is on.
l All of the doors and the backdoor are
closed, and the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position.
l All of the doors and the backdoor are
locked using the central door lock func-
tion.
l All of the doors and the backdoor are
locked using the keyless entry system (if so equipped).
NOTEl If the interior lamp switch is in the “()”
position, the ignition switch illumination
will not come on.
l It is possible to adjust the period of ignition
switch illumination (the period until the igni-
tion switch illumination goes off). For de-
tails, we recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
l If the illumination period of the room & map
lamps or rear personal lamps (the period un-
til these lamps go off) is adjusted, the period
of ignition switch illumination (the period until the ignition switch illumination goes
off) will automatically be changed at the same time.
If the illumination period of the room & map
lamps or rear personal lamps is set to zero
(in other words, the illumination keep-on function is deactivated), the ignition switch
illumination will not come on when the igni-
tion switch is removed.
For information, we recommend you to con-
sult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.To remove the key
For vehicles with a M/T, when removing the
key, push the key in at the “ACC” position
and keep it depressed until it is turned to the “LOCK” position, and remove it.
Vehicles with M/T
For vehicles with an A/T, when removing the
key, first set the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position, and then turn the key to the “LOCK” position, and remove it.
Vehicles with A/T
Ignition switch
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