
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
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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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To adjust intermittent intervals
With the lever in the “INT” (speed-sensitive)position, the intermittent intervals can be ad-justed by turning the knob (A).
1- Fast
2- Slow
NOTEl The speed-sensitive-operation function of
the windscreen wipers can be deactivated.
For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
Misting function
The misting function can be used when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” po- sition.
The wipers will operate once if the wiper lev-
er is raised to the “MIST” position and re-
leased. This operation is useful when it is drizzling, etc. The wipers will continue to op-erate while the lever is held in the “MIST”
position.Vehicles with rain sensor
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The windscreen wipers can be operated with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC”
position.
If the blades are frozen to the windscreen or
rear window, do not operate the wipers until
the ice has melted and the blades are freed,
otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.MIST-Misting function
The wipers will operate once.OFF-OffAUTO-Auto-wiper control
Rain sensor
The wipers will automatically op- erate depending on the degree of
wetness on the windscreen.LO-SlowHI-Fast
Rain sensor
Can only be used when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
Wiper and washer switch
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If the lever is put in the “AUTO” position,the rain sensor (A) will detect the extent of
rain (or snow, other moisture, dust, etc.) and the wipers will operate automatically.
Keep the lever in the “OFF” position if the windscreen is dirty and the weather is dry.
Wiper operation under these conditions can scratch the windscreen and damage the wip-
ers.CAUTIONl With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion and the lever in the “AUTO” position,the wipers may automatically operate in the situations described below.
If your hands get trapped, you could suffer injuries or the wipers could malfunction. Be sure to turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
position or move the lever to the “OFF” po-
sition to deactivate the rain sensor.
• When cleaning the outside surface of the
windscreen, if you touch the rain sensor.
• When cleaning the outside surface of the
windscreen, if you wipe with a cloth the
rain sensor.
• When using an automatic car wash.
• A physical shock is applied to the wind-
screen.
• A physical shock is applied to the rain
sensor.NOTEl To protect the rubber parts of the wipers,
this operation of the wipers does not take
place even if the lever is put in the “AUTO” position when the vehicle is stationary and
the ambient temperature is about 0 °C or lower.
l Do not cover the sensor by affixing a sticker
or label to the windscreen. Also, do not put any water-repellent coating on the wind-screen. The rain sensor would not be able to
detect the extent of rain, and the wipers
might stop working normally.NOTEl In the following cases, the rain sensor may
be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
• When the wipers operate at a constant in-
terval despite changes in the extent of
rain.
• When the wipers do not operate even
though it is raining.
l The wipers may automatically operate when
things such as insects or foreign objects are affixed to the windscreen on top of the rainsensor or when the windscreen is frozen.
Objects affixed to the windscreen will stop
the wipers when the wipers cannot remove them. To make the wipers operate again,
place the lever in the “LO” or “HI” position.
Also, the wipers may operate automatically due to strong direct sunlight or electromag-
netic wave. To stop the wipers, place the lever in the “OFF” position.
l Contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point when replacing the wind- screen or reinforcing the glass around the
sensor.
Wiper and washer switch
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To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor
With the lever in the “AUTO” (rain sensor)
position, it is possible to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor by turning the knob (A).
“+”-Higher sensitivity to rain“-”-Lower sensitivity to rainNOTEl It is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom- mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-
tive) can be changed to intermittent opera-
tion (vehicle-speed sensitive).
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-
tive) can be changed to intermittent opera-
tion (except vehicle-speed sensitive).Misting function
Move the lever in the direction of the arrow
and release, to operate the wipers once.
Use this function when you are driving in
mist or drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released
when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. The wipers will continue to
operate while the lever is held in the “MIST” position.
With the ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion, if the lever is moved to the AUTO posi- tion and pulled towards you a little, the wip-ers operate once.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is moved to the “AUTO” position and the knob
(A) is turned in the “+” direction when the ig-
nition switch is in the “ON” position.
Wiper and washer switch
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Windscreen washer
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The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the
windscreen by pulling the lever towards you.
The wipers operate automatically several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.
On a vehicle equipped with the headlamp
washer, the headlamp washer operates to- gether with the windscreen washer the first time the windscreen washer is used if the
headlamps are on.
CAUTIONl If the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass may
freeze resulting in poor visibility. Heat the
glass with the defroster or demister before using the washer.Rear window wiper and wash-
er
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The rear window wiper and washer switch
can be operated with the ignition switch in
the “ON” or “ACC” position.
INT-The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then operates inter- mittently at intervals of about every
8 seconds.OFF-Off-The washer fluid will be sprayed on-
to the rear window when the knob is turned fully in either direction.
The wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.NOTEl To ensure a clear rearward view, the wiper
performs several continuous operations
when the reverse gear is engaged while the
switch is in the “INT” position.
Following this continuous operation, the wiper will automatically switch to intermit-
tent operation.
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.
• Adjustment of the interval for intermittent
operation
• The wipers can be changed to continuous
operation by turning the knob at the end of the lever twice to the --- (intermittent operation) position. (Continuous opera- tion mode)
• Changing intermittent wiper operation to
continuous wiper operationHeadlamp washer switch*
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The headlamp washer can be operated when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position and the headlamps are on.
Wiper and washer switch
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Economical drivingE00600100561
For economical driving, there are some tech- nical requirements that have to be met. Theprerequisite for low fuel consumption is a
properly adjusted engine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle and the most eco- nomical operation, we recommend you tohave the vehicle checked at regular intervals in accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas
and noise are highly influenced by personal
driving habits as well as the particular operat- ing conditions. The following points shouldbe observed in order to minimize wear of
brakes, tyres and engine as well as to reduce
environmental pollution.
Starting
Avoid rapid acceleration and sudden starts;
such operation will result in higher fuel con-
sumption.
Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and engine speed. Always use the highest gear possible.
The transfer shift lever should be set to “2H” when driving on normal roads and express
ways to obtain best possible fuel economy.
City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping increases the
average fuel consumption. Use roads with smooth traffic flow whenever possible. When driving on congested roads, avoid use of a
low gear at high engine speeds.
Idling
The vehicle consumes fuel even during
idling. Avoid extended idling whenever pos- sible.
Speed
At higher vehicle speed, more fuel is con-
sumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a
slight release of the accelerator pedal will save a significant amount of fuel.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regularintervals. Low tyre inflation pressure increa-ses road resistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low tyre pressures adversely affect
tyre wear and driving stability.
Load
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the
luggage compartment. Especially during city
driving where frequent starting and stopping is necessary, the increased weight of the ve-
hicle will greatly affect fuel consumption. Al- so avoid driving with unnecessary luggage or carriers, etc., on the roof; the increased air re- sistance will increase fuel consumption.
Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also caused by keeping a hot engine running. After the
engine is started, commence driving as soon
as possible.
Air conditioning
The use of the air conditioning will increase the fuel consumption.
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving after drinking alcohol is one of the
most frequent causes of accidents.
Economical driving
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