2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER ECU

Cup holders5-242 Features and controls
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To open, push the lid.
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The cup holder is de
signed for holding cups
or drink-cans secu
rely in its holes.
The cup holder is located in front of the floorconsole.To use the cup holder, push the lid.
7 persons Sunglasses holder
(if so equipped)
CAUTIONDo not use for storing objects heavier thantypical sunglasses.There is risk that the holder lid will openaccidentally, resulting in an injury due tofalling objects.NOTE
Some types of sungla
sses cannot fit snugly in
the holder.Before storing, check the shape to make surethey fit.
Cup holders
WA R N I N GDo not spray water
or spill beverages
inside the vehicle. If switches, wires, orelectrical components become wet, theycould malfunction or cause a vehicle fire.If you accidentally
spill a beverage, wipe
up as much liquid as possible.
For the front seat
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Cargo area cover (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-245
5
2. After changing the position, gently shakethe entire cargo area cover to make sure itis securely retained.
1. Roll back the cargo area cover.2. Move one of the sliders (C) toward theinside of the vehicle
and lift it to remove
the cargo area cover.
To refit the cargo area cover, follow theremoval steps in reverse. Gently shake theentire cargo area cover after fitting it to makesure it is securely retained.
The cover can be fitted at the indicated posi-tion when not in use.Raise the luggage floor
board and store the
cover.
NOTE
If the second row seat touches the cargo areacover, move the cargo area cover rearward.The cargo area cover c
ould be damaged if it
supports the seatback of the second rowseats.
To remove To r e f i t
To store
(if so equipped)
NOTE
On vehicles with premium sound system,you can not use this storing position.
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Assist grips5-246 Features and controls
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The assist grips (located above the doors onthe headliner) are not designed to supportbody weight. They are intended for use onlywhile seated in the vehicle.
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There is a coat hook on the second row seatassist grip.
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There are hooks on the sides of the luggagearea for use in securing luggage.
Assist grips
CAUTIONDo not use the assist grips when getting intoor out of the vehicle.
The assist grips could
detach causing you to fall.
Coat hooks
WA R N I N GDo not put a hanger or any heavy orpointed object on the
coat hook. If the cur-
tain airbag was activated, any such itemcould be propelled away with great forceand could prevent the curtain airbag frominflating correctly.
Hang clothes directly
on the coat hook (without using a hanger).Make sure there ar
e no heavy or sharp
objects in the pocket
s of clothes that you
hang on the coat hook.
Luggage hooks
CAUTIONDo not load the luggage higher than the topof the seatback.Be sure that luggage
is firmly secured.
Restricted rear vision or
flying objects enter-
ing the passenger compartment during sud-den braking could result in a seriousaccident.
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Floor mat
Driving safety 6-3
6
Similarly, prescription and nonprescriptiondrugs affect your alertness, perception andreaction time. Consu
lt with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under theinfluence of any of these medications.
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The original equipment floor mat providedwith your vehicle was
specifically designed
for your vehicle.Always properly positio
n the floor mat and
assure it does not inte
rfere with operation of
the pedals. Always use the retaining clip onthe driver’s floorboard to secure the floormat. When used, this clip will help preventthe floor mat from moving forward and possi-bly interfering with the operation of the ped-als. To prevent the floor mat from movingforward and possibly interfering with theoperation of the pedals, Mitsubishi genuinefloor mats are recommended.
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1. Place the floor mat to fit the shape of thefloorboard.2. Align the floor mat with the installationholes over the retaining clips.3. Secure the floor mat with retaining clips.
WA R N I N GNEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.Your perceptions are
less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment isimpaired.
Floor mat
To install the floor mat
NOTE
The shape of the mat and the number ofretaining clips may vary depending on thevehicle model.
WA R N I N GIf a floor mat is the wrong size or is notproperly installed, it can interfere with theoperation of the pedals. Interference withthe pedals can cause unintended accelera-tion and/or increase
d stopping distances
resulting in a cras
h and injury. Always
make sure the floor mat does not interferewith the accelerator or brake pedal.Always use the retaining clip on thedriver’s floorboard to secure the floormat.Always install the mat with the correctside facing down.Never install a second mat over or underan existing floor mat.Do not use a floor mat designed foranother model vehicle ev
en if it is a Mit-
subishi genuine floor mat.Before driving, be sure to check the fol-lowing:• Periodically check that the floor mat isproperly secured with the retaining clips.If you remove the fl
oor mat while clean-
ing the inside of you
r vehicle or for any
other reason, always
check the condition
of the floor mat afte
r it has been rein-
stalled.• While the vehicle is stopped with theengine off, check that
the floor mat is not
interfering with the pedals by depressingthe pedals fully.
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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-11
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When installing the roof carrier, use the pro-vided brackets.The brackets are located under each cover.1. Slide each cover (A) toward the front ofthe vehicle.2. Lift the front edge of the cover (A).
Install the covers by performing the removalstep in reverse.
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Towing a trailer will adversely affect yourvehicle’s handling, performance, braking,durability and driving economy (fuel con-sumption, etc.).If you do tow a trailer
with this vehicle, be
sure to use proper e
quipment and cautious
steering and braking for safe driving.
Before driving and after traveling a short dis-tance, always check the load to make sure itis securely fastened to the roof carrier.Stop the vehicle periodi
cally and check that
the load remains secure. If the load is notsecure, it could fall from the vehicle anddamage your vehicle,
another vehicle or cre-
ate a road hazard.NOTE
To prevent wind noise or reduction in gasmileage, remove the roof carrier when not inuse.Before using an automatic car wash, checkwith the attendant to determine if the roofcarrier should be removed.
Roof carrier mounting bracket cover
(if so equipped)
To remove the covers

CAUTION
*: Front of the vehicleTo install the covers

Section
Trailer towing
CAUTIONDo not lose control of your vehicle whentowing a trailer.• Always use proper equipment.• Always drive carefullyDamage to your vehicle caused by improperequipment or driving is not covered by yourwarranty.
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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
6
Tongue loads can be adjusted by proper dis-tribution of the load in the trailer. This can bechecked by separately
weighing the loaded
trailer and then the tongue.The GAWRs are printed on the certificationlabel which is riveted on the door sill on thedriver’s side.Refer to “Vehicle labeling” on page 11-2.Choose a proper hitch and ball, and makesure it is installed at a height that is compati-ble with the trailer.Use a good equalizing hitch which uniformlydistributes the trailer tongue load throughoutthe frame.
A safety chain must al
ways be used between
the towing vehicle and the trailer. Leave suf-ficient slack in the chain for turns. The chainshould cross under the trailer tongue to pre-vent the tongue from dropping to the groundin case it becomes damaged or separated.For correct safety chai
n procedures, consult
your authorized Mitsub
ishi Motors dealer.
Your vehicle will need service more oftenwhen you’re towing a trailer. Refer to “WAR-RANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN-UAL”. Especially important in traileroperation are automatic transaxle fluid,engine oil, rear axle
oil, belt, c
ooling system
and brake system. Each
of these is covered in
this manual.For details, please refer to the “Vehicle careand maintenance” section.Check periodically to see that all hitch nutsand bolts are tight.Mitsubishi Motors recommends that anytrailer having a total we
ight of 1,250 lbs (567
kg) or more (2400 models), 1,400 lbs (635kg) or more (3000 mode
ls) be equipped with
its own electric or surge-type brakes.If you choose electric br
akes, be sure they are
electrically actuated. Do not attempt to tapinto your vehicle’s hydraulic system. No mat-ter how successful it
may seem, any attempt
to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle’shydraulic system will lower braking effec-tiveness and create a potential hazard.
Gross axle weight rating (GAWR) Trailer hitches
WA R N I N GIf you make any holes in the body of yourvehicle for installing
a trailer hitch, be
sure to seal the holes later when youremove the hitch. If
you don’t seal them,
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from yourexhaust can enter your vehicle. Refer to“Exhaust system” on page 9-24.
NOTE
Mitsubishi Motors recommends that swaycontrol be used whenever you are towing, toimprove towing stability.For further informati
on, please contact your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Safety chains
CAUTIONNever tow a trailer wi
thout using a safety
chain securely attached to both the trailerand the vehicle. If the
coupling unit or hitch
ball experiences a probl
em, the trailer may
separate from
your vehicle.
Maintenance when trailer tow-ing Trailer brakes
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How to change a tire8-12 For emergencies
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1. Place the tire on the center of the tirehanger, with the wheel surface facingupwards.2. Lift up the tire hanger (A) and hook it onthe hook (B).
3. With the wheel nut wrench, firmly tightenthe tire hanger mounti
ng bolt by turning it
clockwise.
4. Install the cover over the tire hangermounting bolt.
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Store the flat tire in the luggage compartment.Reverse the removing procedure when stor-ing the jack, bar and wheel nut wrench.Refer to “Jack and t
ools” on page 8-5.
To store the spare tire
CAUTIONStoring the tire with the wheel surface facingdown may damage the wheel or tire hanger.If you find any damage
on a spare tire, do not
use the tire and contact an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility ofyour choice.
CAUTIONMake sure you hook the tire hanger in theproper position. If the tire hanger is nothooked properly, the hook
could damage the
vehicle body or the tire
could fall off the
vehicle while driving,
causing an accident.
CAUTIONConfirm that the tire hanger is firmly securedafter storing the spare
tire. If the tire hanger
is not secured, it c
ould drop out while driv-
ing, causing
an accident.
When hooking or unhooking the tire hanger,be sure to hold the tire hanger firmly to pre-vent it from dropping on your foot.
To store the flat tire, jack, bar and wheel nut wrench
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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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