Because the front airbags and driver’s knee
airbag may deploy in certain types of unex- pected impacts as shown in the illustration that can easily move you out of position, it is important to always properly wear your seat belts. Your seat belts will help keep you a
safe distance from the steering wheel and in- strument panel during the initial stages of air-
bag deployment. The initial stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful and can possibly
cause serious or fatal injuries if you contact it
at this stage.WARNINGl Do not attach anything to the steering
wheel’s padded cover, such as badges or accessories. It might strike and injure an
occupant if the airbag inflates.
l Do not set anything on, or attach anything
to, the instrument panel above the glove box. It might strike and injure an occu- pant if the airbag inflates.WARNINGl Do not attach accessories to, or put them
in front of, the windscreen. These objects
could restrict the airbag inflation, or strike and injure an occupant if the air-
bags inflate.
l Do not attach additional keys or accesso-
ries (hard, pointed or heavy objects) tothe ignition key. Such objects could pre-
vent the driver’s knee airbag from inflat-
ing normally or could be propelled to
cause serious injury if the airbag inflates.
l Do not attach accessories to the lower
portion of the driver’s side instrumentpanel. Such objects could prevent the
driver’s knee airbag from inflating nor-
mally or could be propelled to cause seri- ous injury if the airbag inflates.WARNINGl Do not put packages, pets or other objects
between the airbags and the driver orfront passenger. It could affect airbagperformance, or could cause injury when the airbag inflates.
l Right after the airbag inflation, several
airbag system components will be hot. Do
not touch these components. There is a danger of being burnt.
l The airbag system is designed to work on-
ly once. Once the airbags have deployed, they will not work again. They must
promptly be replaced and we recommend you to have the entire airbag system in-
spected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.Side airbag system*
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The side airbags (A) are contained in the
driver and front passenger seatbacks.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS)-airbag*
4-31OKTE17E1Seat and seat belts4
NOTElWhen “---” is displayed, after a certain dis-
tance and a certain period of time, the dis-
play is reset and the time until the next peri- odic inspection is displayed.
l If you accidentally reset the display, consult
a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.Changing the function settings
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The “Average fuel consumption reset mode”,
“Fuel consumption unit” and “Temperature unit” setting can be modified as desired,when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON.
CAUTIONl The driver should not operate the display
while the vehicle is in motion.
l When operating the system, stop the vehicle
in a safe area.Changing the reset mode for
average fuel consumption
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The mode conditions for the average fuel consumption display can be switched be- tween “Auto reset” and “Manual reset”.
1. When you lightly press the multi infor-
mation display switch a few times, the information display switches to the driv-
ing range display.
Refer to “Information display” on page
5-03.
2. Each time you press the multi informa-
tion display switch for 2 seconds or
more on driving range display, you can
switch reset mode for average fuel con- sumption. (A: Auto reset mode, B: Man-ual reset mode)
Manual reset mode
l When the average fuel consumption is
being displayed, if you hold down the multi-information meter switch, the
average fuel consumption displayed at that time is reset.
l When the following operation is per-
formed, the mode setting is automatical-
ly switched from manual to auto.
[Except for vehicles equipped with key- less operation system]
Turn the ignition switch from the
“ACC” or “LOCK” position to the “ON” position.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless op- eration system]
Change the operation mode from ACC
or OFF to ON.
Switching to auto occurs automatically. If switching to manual mode is done,
however, the data from the last reset is
displayed.
Auto reset mode
l When the average fuel consumption is
being displayed, if you hold down the multi information display switch, the average fuel consumption displayed atthat time are reset.
Multi-information display
5-09OKTE17E1Instruments and controls5 Auto reset mode Manual reset mode
lWhen the engine switch or the operation
mode is in the following conditions, the
average fuel consumption display is au-
tomatically reset.
[Except for vehicles equipped with key-
less operation system]
The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position for about 4 hours or
longer.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless op- eration system]
The operation mode is in ACC or OFF
for about 4 hours or longer.NOTEl The average fuel consumption display can
be reset separately for the auto reset mode and for the manual reset mode.
l The memory of the auto reset mode or man-
ual reset mode for the average fuel con- sumption display is erased if the battery isdisconnected.
l The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset
mode”.Changing the fuel consumption
display unit
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The display unit for fuel consumption can be
switched. The distance and amount units are also switched to match the selected fuel con- sumption unit.
1. When you lightly press the multi infor-
mation display switch a few times, theinformation display switches to the aver-age fuel consumption display.
Refer to “Information display” on page
5-03.
2. Press and hold the multi information dis-
play switch for about 5 seconds or more until buzzer sound is heard twice.
3. Press and hold the multi information dis-
play switch to switch in sequence from “km/L” → “L/100 km” → “mpg” →“km/L”.NOTEl The display units for the driving range, the
average fuel consumption are switched, but the units for the indicating needle (speedom- eter), the odometer, the tripmeter and the
service reminder will remain unchanged.NOTEl The memory of the unit setting is erased if
the battery is disconnected, and it returns au- tomatically to factory setting.
The distance units is also switched in the fol-
lowing combinations to match the selected
fuel consumption unit.
Fuel consumptionDistance (driving range)km/LkmL/100 kmkmmpgmile(s)Changing the temperature unit
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The display unit for outside temperature canbe switched. 1. When you lightly press the multi infor-
mation display switch a few times, the information display switches to the out-
side temperature display.
Refer to “Information display” on page
5-03.
2. Each time you press the multi informa-
tion display switch for 2 seconds or more on outside temperature display,you can switch from °C to °F or from °F
to °C unit of outside temperature dis-
play.
Multi-information display
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Position lamp indication lamp*
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This indication lamp illumi-
nates while the position
lamps are on.
Diesel preheat indication lamp
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This indicates the glow plug
preheat condition.
[Except for vehicles equip-
ped with keyless operation system]
When the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position, the lamp illumi-
nates. As the glow plug becomes hot, the lamp goes out and the engine can be started.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera- tion system]
When the operation mode is put in ON, the
lamp illuminates and preheating of the glow
plug starts automatically. As the glow plug becomes hot, the lamp goes out and the en-
gine starts.
CAUTIONl If the diesel preheat indication lamp comes
on after the engine is started, the engine speed may not rise above the idling speedbecause of fuel freezing. In this case, keep
the engine idling for about 10 minutes, then turn off the ignition switch or put in OFF the operation mode, and immediately turn it onor put in ON again to confirm that the diesel
preheat indication lamp is off.NOTEl If the engine is cold, the diesel preheat indi-
cation lamp is on for a longer time.
l [Except for vehicles equipped with keyless
operation system]
When the engine has not been started within about 5 seconds after the diesel preheat indi- cation lamp went out, return the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position. Then, turn
the ignition switch to the “ON” position to preheat the engine again.
l When the engine is warm, the diesel preheat
indication lamp does not come on even if the
ignition switch is placed in the “ON” posi-
tion or the operation mode is in ON.Fuel filter indication lamp
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This indication lamp illumi-
nates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position or the operation
mode is put in ON, and goes off after the engine has star-
ted. If it lights up while the engine is running,
it indicates that water has accumulated inside the fuel filter; if this happens, take action as
follows.
Remove the water from the fuel filter. Refer to “Removal of water from the fuel filter” on
page 8-11.
When the lamp goes out, you can resume driving. If it either does not go out or comes
on from time to time, we recommend you to have the vehicle inspected.
Indication lamps
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NOTElThe sensitivity of the automatic on/off con-
trol can be adjusted. For further information,contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
l If the front fog lamps (if so equipped) turn
on when they are supposed to with theswitch in the “AUTO” position, the lamps
turn off automatically with the ignition
switch or operation mode off.
l When the headlamps are turned off by the
automatic on/off control with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position or the operation
mode in ON, the front fog lamps (if so
equipped) and rear fog lamps also go off.
When the headlamps are subsequently turned back on by the automatic on/off con-
trol, 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, operate 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.NOTEl 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.
Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp,
etc.) auto-cutout function
l If the following operation is performed
while the lamp switch is in the “” po-
sition, the lamps are automatically
turned off when the driver’s door is
opened.
[Except for vehicles equipped with key-
less operation system]
The ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position, or the key is removed from the ignition switch.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless op- eration system]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.
l If the following operation is performed
while the lamp switch is in the “” po-
sition, the lamps are automatically
turned off if the driver’s door then re- mains closed for approximately three
minutes.
[Except for vehicles equipped with key-
less operation system]
The ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, or the key
is removed from the ignition switch.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless op- eration system]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.NOTEl The lamp auto-cutout function can also be
disabled.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.Lamp monitor buzzer
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If the following operation is performed, a
buzzer will sound to remind the driver to turn
off the lamps.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless
operation system]
Combination headlamps and dipper switch
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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.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera- tion system]
If the driver’s door is opened when the opera- tion mode is in ACC or OFF while the lamps
are on.
In both cases, the buzzer will automatically
stop if the auto-cutoff function is activated, the lamp switch is turned off, or the door is
closed.Daytime running lamp
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The daytime running lamps comes on when the engine is running and the lamp switch is
in the “OFF” or “AUTO” position and the
tail lamps are off.
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.
Headlamp flasher
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The high-beams flash when the lever is pulled slightly (2), and will go off when it is
released.
When the high-beam is on, the high-beam in- dication lamp in the instrument cluster will il-
luminate.
NOTEl The high-beams can also flash when the
lamp switch is OFF.
l If you turn the lamps off with the headlamps
set to high-beam, the headlamps are auto- matically returned to their low-beam setting
when the lamp switch is next turned to the
“
” position.
Headlamp levelling switch
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The angle of the headlamp beam varies de-pending on the load carried by the vehicle.The headlamp levelling switch can be used to
adjust the headlamp illumination distance (when the lower beam is illuminated) so that the headlamps’ glare does not distract thedrivers of approaching vehicles.
Headlamp levelling switch
5-19OKTE17E1Instruments and controls5
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 and children inside the ve-hicle. Children may play with the driv-
ing controls and this could lead to an ac- cident.
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 dangerous
to allow them to play there while the ve- hicle is moving.
Loading luggage
When loading luggage, be careful not to load above the height of seats. This is dangerous
not only because rearward vision will be ob- structed, but also the luggage may be projec-ted into the passenger compartment underhard braking.
Safe driving techniques
6-03OKTE17E1Starting and driving6
Parking on a downhill slope
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb and
move the vehicle forward until the kerb side
wheel gently touches the kerb.
On vehicles equipped with M/T, apply the
parking brake and place the gearshift lever into the “R” (Reverse) position.
On vehicles equipped with A/T, apply the
parking brake and place the selector lever in-
to the “P” (PARK) position.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Parking on an uphill slope Turn the front wheels away from the kerb
and
move the vehicle back until the kerb side
wheel gently touches the kerb.
On vehicles equipped with M/T, apply the
parking brake and place the gearshift lever
into the 1 st
position.
On vehicles equipped with A/T, apply the
parking brake and place the selector lever in- to the “P” (PARK) position.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels. NOTE
l
If
your vehicle is equipped with A/T, be sure
to apply the parking brake before moving se-
lector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If
you move selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position before applying the parking brake,
it may be difficult to disengage selector lev- er from the “P” (PARK) position when next
you drive the vehicle, requiring application
of a strong force 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. Also, never leave the
engine running in a closed or poorly ventila-
ted place. WARNING
l
Leaving
the engine running risks injury
or death from accidentally moving the
gearshift lever (with M/T) or the selector
lever (with A/T) or the accumulation of toxic exhaust fumes on the passenger
compartment. Where you park
WARNING
l
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 carry the key and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always
try to park your vehicle in a well lit
area. Steering wheel height and
reach adjustment E00600701708
1. Release
the lever while holding the steering wheel up.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.
3. Securely lock the steering wheel by pull- ing the lever fully upward.
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment
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