2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ECU

Sunroof (if so equipped)5-52 Features and controls
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Press the switch (1), the sunroof automati-cally opens.To stop the moving sunroof, press the switch.Press the switch (3), the sunroof automati-cally closes.To stop the moving sunroof, press the switch.When the switch (2) is pressed, the rear of thesunroof raises for ventilation.Press the switch (3).
The sunroof can be operated when the igni-tion switch or the operation mode is in ON.The sunroof can be opened or closed for a 30-second period after th
e engine is stopped.
However, when the driver’s door or the frontpassenger door is opene
d, the sunroof cannot
be operated. Turn on the ignition switch againto operate.If a hand or head is trapped in the closingsunroof opening, the safety mechanism willcause the sunroof to re-open automatically.The opened sunroof will
become operational
again after a few seconds.If the safety mechanism is activated 5 ormore times consecutively, normal closing ofthe sunroof will be aborted.As an emergency measure, the sunroof can beclosed bit by bit until the sunroof is com-pletely closed by re
peatedly pressing the
switch (2).
After that, the sunroof can be set the initial-ized state in the following procedure.1. Move the sunroof
in slide open position.
2. Press the tilt up switch (2) continually in10 seconds.3. The sunroof will be moved to tilt up posi-tion automatically bit by bit.4. The initialize is completed when the sun-roof is stopped at tilt up position.If the sunroof does not return to normal,consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer.
To open

NOTE
The sunroof stops just before reaching thefully open position. If
the vehicle is driven
with the sunroof in this position, wind buf-feting is lower than with the sunroof fullyopen.
To close

To t i l t u p

To t i l t d o w n

NOTE
Be sure to tilt down the sunroof before clos-ing the sunshade.
Sunroof timer function

Safety mechanism

NOTE
The safety mechanism can be activated if thedriving conditions or other circumstancescause the sunroof to be
subjected to a physi-
cal shock similar to th
at caused by a trapped
hand or head.CAUTIONThe safety mechanism is deactivated whilethe switch (2) is pressed. Therefore be espe-cially careful that fi
ngers are not trapped in
the sunroof opening.Do not deliberately trap your hands or headin order to activate the safety mechanism.Personal injury and malfunction of the sun-roof could result.
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Steering wheel height
and reach adjustment
Features and controls 5-57
5
Warning light (yellow)Warning displayIf there is a malfunction in the system, thewarning light will come on. In addition, thewarning display appears on the informationscreen in the multi information display.
Under normal conditions, the warning lightonly comes on when the operation mode isput in ON and goes off a few seconds later.
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To adjust the steering wheel to the desiredposition, move the lever upward or down-ward while moving the steering wheel to thedesired position.
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Adjust the inside rearview mirror only aftermaking any seat adjustme
nts so as to have a
clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
If you start driving wi
thout releasing the
Electric parking brake, the warning displaywill appear.If the driver’s foot contacts the acceleratorpedal in the condition th
at the Electric park-
ing brake can release by an automatic opera-tion, the Electric parking brake may bereleased automatically.
Wa r n i n g d is p la y

NOTE
CAUTIONWhen the Electric parking brake warninglight (yellow) does not
illuminate or remains
illuminated when the operation mode is putin ON, or comes on while driving, the Elec-tric parking brake may not be applied orreleased.Immediately contact the nearest authorizedMitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice. For detail
s, refer to “Electric
parking brake warni
ng light (yellow)” on
page 5-203.When parking your vehi
cle while the Elec-
tric parking brake warning light (yellow) isilluminated, park th
e vehicle on level and
stable ground, move the
selector lever to the
“P” (PARK) position and place chocks,blocks, or stones behind and in front of thetires to prevent the vehicle from moving.
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment
1- Wheel lock2- ReleaseWA R N I N GAfter adjusting, make sure the lock leveris secured in the locked (1) position.Do not attempt to adjust the steeringwheel while driving. This can be danger-ous.
Inside rearview mirror
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Outside rearview mirrors5-60 Features and controls
5
When the headlights of the vehicles behindyou are very bright, the reflection factor ofthe rearview mirror is automatically changedto reduce the glare.Normally, use the automatic mode. When theignition switch is turned to the “ON” positionor the operation mode is put in ON, the greenindicator (1) illuminates and the reflectionfactor of the mirror is automatically changed.
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only aftermaking any seat adjustme
nts so as to have a
clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
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NOTE
Do not hang items on,
or spray glass cleaner
on the sensor (2), as
reduced sensitivity
could result.If you want to stop automatic mode, pressthe switch (3) and the indicator will go off.To return to automatic mode, press theswitch again or perfor
m the following opera-
tion.[Except for vehicles e
quipped with the Free-
hand Advanced Secu
rity Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key)]Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” positionafter turning to “OFF” or “ACC” position.[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]Put the operation mode
in ON after putting
the operation mode in OFF.
Outside rearview mirrors
WA R N I N GDo not attempt to adjust the outside rear-view mirrors while driving. This can bedangerous.Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driv-ing.
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Outside rearview mirrors5-62 Features and controls
5
With the ignition switch in the “ON” or“ACC” position or the
operation mode in ON
or ACC, push the mirror retractor switch toretract the mirrors. Push it again to extend themirrors to their original positions.After placing the ignition switch in the“LOCK” position or the operation mode inOFF, it is possible to
retract and extend the
mirrors using the mirror retractor switch forapproximately 30 seconds.
[Vehicles with the keyless entry system]The mirrors automatically retract or extendwhen the doors are locked or unlocked usingthe remote control switches of the keylessentry system.Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page 5-7.[Vehicles with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T-key)]The mirrors automatically retract or extendwhen the doors are locked or unlocked usingthe remote control switches or the F.A.S.T-key.Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page 5-30or “To operate using the F.A.S.T.-key” onpage 5-15.
For vehicles equipped with the mirrorretractor switchRetracting and extending the mir-rors using the mirror retractor switch
CAUTIONIt is possible to retract and extend the mirrorsby hand. After retracti
ng a mirror using the
mirror retractor switch, however, you shouldextend it by using the switch again, not byhand. If you extended the mirror by handafter retracting it using
the switch, it would
not properly lock in pos
ition. As a result, it
could move because of the wind or vibrationwhile you are driving, taking away your rear-ward visibility.NOTE
Be careful not to get your hands trappedwhile a mirror is moving.If you move a mirror by hand or it movesafter hitting a person or object, you may notbe able to return it to its original positionusing the mirror retractor switch. If this hap-pens, push the mirror retractor switch toplace the mirror in its
retracted position and
then push the switch again to return the mir-ror to its original position.When freezing has occurred and mirrors failto operate as intended,
please refrain from
repeated pushing of the retractor switch asthis action can result in burn-out of the mir-ror motor circuits.
Retracting and extending the mir-rors without using the mirror retractor switch (automatic exten-sion function)
NOTE
Functions can be modified as stated below.Please consult an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer.On vehicles equippe
d with the Smartphone
Link Display Audio, sc
reen operations can
be used to make the adjustment. Refer to theseparate owner’s
manual for details.
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Ignition switch (if so equipped)Features and controls 5-63
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When the rear window defogger switch ispressed with the engine running, the outsiderearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted.Current will flow through the heater elementinside the mirrors, thus clearing away frost orcondensation.The indicator light (A) will illuminate whilethe defogger is on.The heater will be turned off automatically inapproximately 15 to 20 minutes depending onthe outside temperature.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Tr
ansmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key).]For information on operations for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A
.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key):Engine switch” on page 5-18.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Security Transmit-ter (F.A.S.T.-key).]
• Automatically extend when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position or theoperation mode is put in ON with thedriver’s door closed, and automaticallyretract when the ignition switch is turned tothe “LOCK” position or the operation modeis put in OFF with the driver’s door opened.• Automatically extend when the vehiclespeed reaches approximately 19 mph (30km/h).• Deactivate the automatic extension func-tion.
The outside rearvi
ew mirrors can be
retracted or extended
by the following opera-
tions, even if changing to the any of above.After pressing the LOCK
button on the key
to lock the doors and liftgate, if the LOCKbutton is pressed again twice in a row withinapproximately 30 seconds
, the outside rear-
view mirrors will retract.After pressing the
UNLOCK button on the
key to unlock the doors and liftgate, if theUNLOCK button is pressed again twice in arow within approximately 30 seconds, theoutside rearview mirro
rs will extend again.
NOTE
Heated outside rearview mirror

(if so equipped)
NOTE
The heated outside re
arview mirror can be
turned on automatically.For further informati
on, please contact your
authorized Mitsubish
i Motors dealer.
On vehicles equipped with the SmartphoneLink Display Audio, sc
reen operations can
be used to make the adjustment.Refer to the separate owner’s manual fordetails.
Ignition switch
(if so equipped)
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Steering wheel lock (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-65
5
When removing the key, first set the selectorlever to the “P” (PARK) position, and pushthe key in at the “ACC” position and keep itdepressed until it is turned to the “LOCK”position, and remove it.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Tr
ansmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key).]For information on operations for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A
.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): Steering wheel lock” on page5-24.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Security Transmit-ter (F.A.S.T.-key).] (Vehicles with steeringlock system)
NOTE
The key cannot be rem
oved unless the selec-
tor lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position,which allows the ignition switch to turn tothe “OFF” position.
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NOTE
The key cannot be rem
oved unless the selec-
tor lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position,which allows the ignition switch to turn tothe “LOCK” position.CAUTIONIf the engine is stoppe
d while driving, the
power brake booster will stop functioningand greater effort for braking will berequired. Also, the power steering systemwill not function and it
will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle.Do not leave the key in
the “ON” position for
a long time when the engine is not running.This will cause the battery to run down.Do not turn the key to the “START” positionwhen the engine is ru
nning. It will damage
the starter motor.
Steering wheel lock
(if so
equipped)
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Starting the engine5-66 Features and controls
5
Remove the key at
the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.Turn the key to the “ACC” position whilemoving the steering
wheel slightly.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key).]For information on operation for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): Starting” on page 5-13.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Se
curity Transmit-
ter (F.A.S.T.-key).]Do not operate the starter motor continu-ously for longer than 15 seconds as thiscould run the battery
down or damage the
starter motor. If the engine does not start,turn the ignition switch back to the “OFF”or “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds,and then try again. Trying repeatedly withthe engine or starter motor still turningwill damage the starter mechanism.If the engine will not
start because the bat-
tery is weak or discharged, refer to“Jump-starting the engine” (on page 8-2)for instructions.A longer warm up period will only con-sume extra fuel. The engine is warmed upenough for driving when the bar graph ofengine coolant temper
ature display starts
to move or the low coolant temperatureindicator goes out. Refer to “Engine cool-ant temperature display” on page 5-161 or“Low coolant temper
ature indicator” on
page 5-202.
This model is equipped with an electronicallycontrolled fuel injection system. This is a sys-tem that automatically controls fuel injection.There is usually no need to depress the accel-erator pedal when starting the engine.The starter should not be run for more than 15seconds at a time.To prevent battery drain, wait a few secondsbetween attempts to restart the engine.1. Make sure all occupants are properlyseated with seat belts fastened.
To l o c k

To u n l o c k

CAUTIONRemove the key when leaving the vehicle.NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theftlock may sometimes make it difficult to turnthe key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmlyturn the steering wheel to the left or to theright as you turn the key.
Starting the engine
Tips for starting
WA R N I N GNever run the engine in
a closed or poorly
ventilated area any longer than is neededto move your vehicle
out of the area. Car-
bon monoxide gas, wh
ich is odorless and
extremely poisonous, could build up andcause serious injury or death.CAUTIONDo not push-start the vehicle.Do not run the engine at high rpms or driveat high speeds until
the engine has had a
chance to warm up.Release the ignition sw
itch as soon as the
engine starts. Otherwis
e, the starter motor
will be damaged
Starting the engine
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Automatic transaxle (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-73
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In sports mode, the currently selected gear isdisplayed on the information screen in themulti-information display.
CAUTIONIn sports mode, the driver must executeupward shifts in accordance with prevailingroad conditions, taking care to keep theengine speed below the tachometer’s redzone.Repeated continuous ope
ration of the spor-
tronic steering wheel pa
ddle shifter will con-
tinuously switch shift position.Gears may not change when the lateral pad-dle shifters are operate
d at the same time.
NOTE
Gears can only be selected in a forwarddirection from 1st gear to 6th gear. Toreverse or park the vehi
cle, move the selector
lever to the “R” or “P” position.To maintain good running performance, thetransaxle may refuse to perform an upshiftwhen the selector lever is moved to the“+(SHIFT UP)” positi
on at certain vehicle
speeds. Also, to prevent over-revving of theengine, the transaxle may refuse to perform adownshift when the lever is moved to the “
−
(SHIFT DOWN)” positi
on at certain vehicle
speeds. When this happens, a buzzer soundsto indicate that a dow
nshift is not going to
take place.Downward shifts are made automaticallywhen the vehicle slow
s down. Before the
vehicle stops, 1st gear
is automatically
selected.
When the selector lever is in the “D”selected, the vehicle will automaticallyreturn to “D” (DRIVE)
operation if the vehi-
cle is stopped.When the selector lever is in the