2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER III wipers

Wiper deicer switch (if so equipped)5-224 Features and controls
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The electric rear window defogger switch canbe operated when the engine is running.
NOTE
The rear window wipe
r will automatically
perform several conti
nuous operations if the
selector lever is put in the “R” position whilethe windshield wipers
or the rear window
wiper is operating.(a
utomatic operation
mode)After the automatic operation, the rear win-dow wiper will stop operating if the knob isin the “OFF” position. If the knob is in the“INT” position, the re
ar window wiper will
return to the intermittent operation.It is possible to set the rear window wiper toperform the automatic operation only if theselector lever is put in the “R” position whilethe rear window wiper
is operating with the
knob in the “INT” position.See your authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer for details.If the knob is in the “OFF” position, turn theknob to the “INT” position twice quickly tooperate the rear window
wiper continuously.
(continuous ope
ration mode)
Turn the knob to the “OFF” position to stopthe rear window wipe
r continuous operation.
The wiper intermittent
operation time can be
adjusted.See your authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer for details.For vehicles equipped with the SmartphoneLink Display Audio, adjustments can bemade using screen ope
rations. For further
details, refer to the se
parate owner’s manual.
The washer fluid reservoir is located in theengine compartment.Check the fluid level re
gularly and refill if
necessary. (Refer to
“Washer fluid” on page
9-12.)
Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers
CAUTIONIf the washer is used
in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed onto the glass mightfreeze, blocking your vi
ew. Heat the glass
with the defroster befo
re using the washer.
NOTE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield isdry. This could scratch the glass and wear thewiper blades prematurely.Before using the wipe
rs in cold weather,
check to be sure that the wiper blades are notfrozen to the windshield or rear window.Using the wipers while the blades are frozencould cause the wiper motor to burn out.NOTE
If the moving wipers be
come blocked part-
way through a sweep by ic
e or other deposits
on the glass, the wipers may temporarily stopoperating to prevent the motor from over-heating. In this case, park the vehicle in asafe place, turn the ignition switch to the“OFF” position or put the operation mode inOFF, and then remove
the ice or other depos-
its.Because the wipers will start operating againafter the wiper motor cools down, check thatthe wipers operate
before using them.
Avoid using the washer for more than 20 sec-onds at a time. Do not operate the washerwhen the washer fluid reservoir is empty orthe pump may fail.During cold weather, add a recommendedwasher solution that will not freeze in thewasher fluid reservoir. Otherwise the washermay not work or may be damaged.Replace the wiper blades when they areworn. Use the proper size replacementblades. For further info
rmation, please con-
tact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.
Wiper deicer switch
(if so
equipped)
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Electric rear window defogger switch
Features and controls 5-225
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When the front wipers have frozen to thewindshield at the parked
positions, turning on
this switch will heat the windshield to makethe wipers operable. Pr
ess the electric rear
window defogger switch and the deicer willoperate.
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The rear window defogger can be used whenthe engine is running.The indicator light (A) will come on whenyou press the electric rear window defoggerswitch. Electric current will flow through theheating wires on the rear window to helpclear away moisture or frost.After approximately 15 to 20 minutes ofoperation, the system wi
ll shut off automati-
cally.To switch the defogger OFF before 15 to 20minutes have passed,
press the switch again.
The indicator light will
go out and the defog-
ger will turn off.If you need the defogger for more than 15 to20 minutes, press the switch again. This willadd 15 to 20 more minutes.
NOTE
The wiper deicer is
activated/de
activated,
depending on the operation of the rear win-dow defogger. Refer to
“Electric rear win-
dow defogger switch
” on page 5-225.
Electric rear window defog-ger switch
CAUTIONThe rear window defogge
r is not designed to
melt snow. Remove
any snow manually
before using the rear window defogger.Use the rear window de
fogger only after the
engine has started and
is running. Be sure to
turn the defogger swit
ch off immediately
after the window is cl
ear to save on battery
power.Do not place stickers,
tape, or other items
that are attached with adhesive over the gridwires on the rear window.When cleaning the inside
rear window, use a
soft cloth and wipe lightly over the gridwires.NOTE
If your vehicle is equi
pped with heated out-
side rearview mirror, mist can also beremoved from the outside rearview mirrorswhen the rear window defogger switch ispressed. (Refer to “Hmirror” on page 5-63.)On vehicles equipped w
ith the wiper deicer,
when the rear window defogger switch ispushed, the windshield
becomes warm and
the wipers become operable. (Refer to“Wiper deicer switch” on page 5-224.)
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Engine hood9-4 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Release the lever and
lift the engine hood.
Support the engine hood with the hood prop.Insert the hood prop securely in the openingunder the hood marked with an arrow.
Unlatch the prop from the engine hood andput it back in its retainer.Slowly lower the engine hood about 8 inches(20 cm), then let it drop from its own weight.
NOTE
To prevent damage to the engine hood andwipers, make sure the
wipers are at resting
position when you open the engine hood.
CAUTIONAlways insert the support prop into the holespecially made for it. Propping the enginehood at any other place
could cause the prop
to slip out and lead
to an accident.
The hood prop can fall out if the hood islifted by a strong wind.
To close
CAUTIONBe careful not to trap your hands or fingerswhen closing the engine hood.
Make sure the engine hood is firmly closedbefore driving.If you drive without the engine hood com-pletely closed, it c
ould open up while driv-
ing.NOTE
If this does not clos
e the engine hood prop-
erly, drop it again from a slightly higherposition.Do not push down strongly on the enginehood. Depending on how strongly or whereyou push down, you could create a dent inthe vehicle body.If you drive with the e
ngine hood left open, a
warning display is displayed on the informa-tion screen in the multi-information display.CAUTION
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Brake pedal free play9-22 Vehicle care and maintenance
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To check the brake pedal free play (A), turnoff the engine and press the brake pedal sev-eral times with your foot. Then press thepedal down with your fi
ngers until you first
feel resistance.Brake pedal free play:.1 to .3 inch (3 to 8 mm)
If the free play is not within these limits, takeyour vehicle to an
authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of yourchoice for adjustment.
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Check the parking brake lever travel occa-sionally. To check this, pull the lever upslowly and count the number of clicks of theratchet. Parking br
ake lever stroke:
5 to 7 notches (clicks)(Parking brake adjustment when pulled withthe force of 200 N)Also check to see if the lever stays gripped bythe ratchet after pulling.
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Check the wiper blades occasionally. Cleanthem regularly to remove
deposits of salt and
road film. Use a sponge or cloth and a milddetergent or non-abrasive
cleaner to clean the
blades and glass areas.Replace the blades if th
ey continue to streak
or smear.If the blades are frozen to the windshield orrear window, do not operate the wipers untilthe ice has melted and the blades are freed,otherwise the wiper mo
tor may be damaged.
Tire chains
CAUTIONTire chains cannot be used on your vehicle.The clearance between
the chains and the
body is not sufficient to allow proper clear-ance, and the vehicle body might be dam-aged.
Brake pedal free play
Parking brake lever stroke

(if so equipped)
WA R N I N GContinued operation
of the vehicle with
the parking brake leve
r out of adjustment
may result in the
vehicle moving when
unattended.
Wiper blades
NOTE
Do not run the wipers on dry glass for a longtime. This wears out
the rubber and can
scratch the glass.
During cold weather
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Fuses
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-27
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This fuse list shows the names of the elec
trical systems and their fuse capacities.
There are spare fuses in the main fuse block cover in the engine
compartment. Always replace a bl
own fuse with one of the same
capacity as the
original.Fuse load capacities Passenger compartment
fuse location table
Main fuse block
Sub fuse block
No.
Sym-bol
Electrical system
Capacity
1
Power window con-
trol
30 A*
2 Defogger 30 A*
3 Heater 30 A4 Windshield wipers 30 ANo.
Sym-bol
Electrical system
Capacity
5 Door locks 20 A6 Rear fog light 10 ANo.
Sym-bol
Electrical system
Capacity
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Cleaning the outside of your vehicleVehicle care and maintenance 9-41
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1. To clean, lightly wi
pe the leather with a
soft cloth soaked in a 5% solution of gen-tle soap and water.2. To rinse, dip the cloth in fresh water,wring it out well, and wipe off all thesoap.3. To preserve and protect, use a leather pro-tecting agent on the genuine leather sur-face.
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To protect your vehicle’s
finish, wash it often
and thoroughly. If desired, you may wax yourvehicle using a nonabrasive automobile wax.
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Industrial pollution, road tar, bird droppings,tree sap, insect remain
s, sea water and other
foreign matters can damage the finish on yourvehicle.Generally, the longer any foreign materialstays on the finish, the worse the damage.Wash your vehicle as soon as possible when-ever the finish gets soiled.
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Chemicals contained in the dirt and dustpicked up from air, rain, snow, or road sur-faces can damage the paint and body of yourvehicle if left on.Frequent washing and wa
xing is the best way
to protect your vehicle from this damage.Do not wash the vehicl
e in direct sunlight.
Park the vehicle in the shade and spray it withwater to remove dust.
Next, using plenty of
clean water and a car
washing mitt or sponge,
wash the vehicle from top to bottom.Use a mild car washing soap if necessary.Rinse thoroughly and wipe
dry with a cham-
ois or soft cloth. Af
ter washing the vehicle,
carefully clean the join
ts and flanges of the
doors, hood, etc., wher
e dirt is likely to
remain.
NOTE
If fuzzing is difficult to remove from the seatupholstery, draw a suitable defuzzing brushover the surface in
one direction.
Genuine leather
(if so equipped)
NOTE
If genuine leather is we
t with water, wipe it
with a dry, soft cloth. If left damp, mildewmay grow.The genuine leather su
rface can be damaged
if brushed with a nylon or synthetic fiberbrush.Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene,alcohol, gasoline, or acid
or alkaline solvents
can discolor the genuine
leather surface and
should not be used.Genuine leather can
mildew if not kept
clean. Clean up any o
il stains immediately.
The genuine leather surface may harden andshrink if it is exposed to the direct sunlightfor long hours. When your vehicle is parked,place it in the shade as much as possible.When the temperature of the vehicle interiorrises in summer, vinyl products left on thegenuine leather seat
may deteriorate and
stick to the seat.
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle Foreign material
NOTE
Wa s h i n g
CAUTIONWhen washing the underside of your vehicleor the wheels, wear a pair of gloves to pro-tect your hands.If your vehicle is equipped with the rain sen-sor, place the wiper switch lever in the“OFF” position to
deactivate the rain sensor
before washing the vehi
cle. Otherwise, the
wipers will operate in
the presence of water
spray on the windshield and may get dam-aged as a result.
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