2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV engine overheat

WARNING•Do not open the tailgate, for example to
remove or place an item in the cargo area.
Charging may affect the operation of elec-
tric medical devices and result in serious personal injury or death.
l Do not charge when the EV charging ca-
ble is coiled up.
Doing so the cable may be heated abnor- mally and this might result in fire.
l Before charging, make sure that there is
no foreign matter such as dust at the nor-
mal charge port and the normal charge connector.
At this time, do not touch the normal
charge port.
l When the normal charge connector is
connected to the charge port, prevent for- eign matter such as water or dust from
entering in the connection.
Connection with foreign matter such as
water or dust may cause fire or an electric shock. Do not perform charging if there
might be strong exposure to water at the connection.
l Never pull the cable to remove the plug.
And never submerge the EV charging
connector, control box or plug in water.
l Please observe the following in order to
prevent accidents during charging such as
electrocution.
• Only use the EV charging cable that is
supplied with the vehicle.WARNING• Do not charge another vehicle by the
EV charging cable. The cable may overheat and this may result in a fire.
• When charging outdoors, make sure to
use an outlet that is protected from wa-
ter entering.
• Do not perform charging with the vehi-
cle covered by a car cover, except for
the MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENU-
INE car cover.
• Do not connect or disconnect the plug
and connector with wet hands.
l While it is normal for the connector and
charging cable to become warm during charging, discontinue use immediately if
the connector or charging cable becomes hot to the touch.
l While it is normal for the control box to
become warm during charging, discontin-
ue use immediately if the control box be- comes hot to the touch.
l If abnormal smells are detected or the ve-
hicle produces smoke, quickly stop charg-
ing.
l Do not perform charging in a poorly ven-
tilated area or in an enclosed area. Keep
sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from
the auxiliary battery.
Flammable gas generated from the auxili- ary battery during charging may be trap- ped, resulting in explosion.
If charging is inevitably required, venti-
late the area well.WARNINGl Grasp the normal charge connector when
connecting or disconnecting the EVcharging cable.
Grasping the cable may damage the cable
and could cause an electric shock, short circuit, and/or fire.CAUTIONl During charging, the cooling fans inside the
engine compartment may automatically be operated even if the operation mode of the
power switch is in OFF.
Keep your hands away from the cooling fan during charging.
l Do not perform charging from other power
source like a generator. Doing so could cause a malfunction.NOTEl If the charge connector is not easily connec-
ted to the charge port due to foreign materialentering, never force the connection. Doing so could damage the charging equipment or
the vehicle. Please contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
l The on board charger is only for rated AC
220-240V outlets.
Normal charging (charging method with rated AC 220-240V outlet)
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ScreenCauseSolution (Reference)lThere is a fault in the electronic immobil-
izer (Anti-theft starting system).l Put the operation mode in OFF, and then
start the Plug-in Hybrid EV System again.If the warning is not cancelled, please
contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.l The driver’s door is open when the opera-
tion mode is in any mode other than OFF.l Put the operation mode in OFF.
Refer to “Operation mode ON reminder
system” on page 7-14.l An attempt was made to lock all the doors
and the tailgate when the operation mode
is in any mode other than OFF.l Put the operation mode in OFF.
Refer to “Operation mode OFF reminder system” on page 7-13.l There is a fault in the electrical system.l Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place.
We recommend you to contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.l The engine is overheated.lStop the vehicle in a safe place and take
corrective measures.
Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 9-04.l You put the operation mode in ON with-
out fastening your seat belt.l Fasten your seat belt properly. Refer to
“Seat belt reminder” on page 5-11.
Indication lamp, warning lamp, and information screen display list
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Battery charge mode switchE00636900081
It can be used when increasing the remaining quantity of the drive battery.
Use the battery charge mode switch before
driving at long up hills, such as mountains with a steep slope.
By charging the drive battery before driving, it becomes possible to continue hill-climbing
performance (driving force).
If the battery charge mode switch is pressed while the ready indicator is on, the engine
will start and it can charge the drive battery
to near the full charge during the vehicle is run and stopped.
It can be cancelled if pressed once again.
If the battery charge mode is activated, the
following image is displayed on the informa-
tion screen in the multi-information display.
WARNINGl When you leave the vehicle, be sure that
you have stopped the Plug-in Hybrid EV
System. Refer to “Parking” on page 7-06.
l Only use the battery charge mode in a
well ventilated space.
The engine will start when the vehicle is in
the battery charge mode, and this can
cause carbon monoxide to build up caus- ing carbon monoxide poisoning. Be sure
to use at the well-ventilated place.
l Do not use the battery charge mode near
flammable objects such as dried grass or
paper etc. There is a possibility of starting a fire due to the high exhaust pipe tem-
perature.CAUTIONl While the battery charge mode is activated,
do not cover the front of the vehicle withanything including a car cover. Doing so
could cause the engine to overheat.NOTEl Use the battery charge mode switch before
the uphill climb.
l Even if the battery charge mode switch is
pressed, the engine may not start dependingon the condition of the remaining drive bat-
tery capacity or the Plug-in Hybrid EV sys- tem control.
Additionally, the battery charge mode may
not be activated depending on the remaining fuel quantity.
l It is recommended to use the battery charge
mode switch at least 20 minutes before youclimb, in order to continue a speed of more
than 100 km/h (62 mph), or when a long slope (gradient of more than 4 %) is expec-
ted. (According to a towing weight, it may not be able to continue the speed.)
l When using the battery charge switch with a
vehicle that has stopped in the heath a long
time, it may not charge.
l The charging time close to full charge of the
drive battery becomes longer depending on the condition of the drive battery, a driving
condition or a environment.
l The engine may stop near full charge.
l If you press the battery charge switch in or-
der to generate electricity while using gaso-
line, the fuel consumption will suffer.
We recommend you to consider the environ- ment.
Battery charge mode switch
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Operating hints
lBe sure that the driving speed does not
exceed 100 km/h (62 mph) for trailer op-
eration. It is also recommended that you obey the local regulations in case driving speed with a trailer is limited to less than
100 km/h (62 mph).
l To prevent shocks from the overrun
brake, depress the brake pedal lightly at first and then more strongly.
Overheating
This will normally occur as a result of some
mechanical failure. If your vehicle should overheat, stop and check for a loose or bro-ken water pump/alternator drive belt, a
blocked radiator air intake or a low coolant level. If these items are satisfactory the over-
heating could be caused by a number of me-
chanical causes that would have to be
checked at a competent service centre.
CAUTIONl If the engine overheats, reference should be
made to “Engine overheating” section of
“For emergencies” prior to taking any cor- rective action.Parking
It is not recommended to park on a steep
slope while towing trailer.
If parking on a steep slope cannot be avoided,
the road grade should be less than 12% and
the following procedure performed. 1. Apply the parking brake firmly on the
vehicle and the trailer (if fitted).
2. Put the select position in “P”.
3. Place chocks or blocks at the tyres on
both vehicle and trailer.
4. Turn the front wheels into the shoulder
of the road to prevent the vehicle from moving.
Driving on long up hills while towing trailer
When the remaining quantity of the drive bat-tery is low, or high-speed driving on long up
hills at high temperature, the drive battery
output is restricted and the vehicle speed may be decreased.
The vehicle speed may be recovered if the
drive battery quantity is recovered.
NOTEl In charge mode, if the remaining quantity of
the drive battery can be increased in ad-
vance, it can prevent the vehicle speed from
decreasing on long up hills.
Refer to “Battery charge mode switch” on page 7-28.
Trailer towing
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3.Insert the plug in the power outlet firm-
ly. Make sure that the plug is connected
correctly.
4. Disconnect the plug and close the lid af-
ter using the electrical appliance.
WARNINGl Never use the 220-240 V AC power supply
to charge an electric vehicle or a plug-in
hybrid vehicle. Also, never connect the 220-240 V AC power supply to a house-
hold powerline or a distribution panel. This may lead to an electric shock or a
malfunction.
l Do not connect or disconnect the plug
with a wet hand. Doing so can cause an electric shock.
l Never pull the cable to remove the plug.
Pull straight while holding the plug of an electrical appliance.
l Do not disassemble or modify the 220-240
V AC power supply.WARNINGl When using electrical appliance while
driving, make sure that it is firmly se- cured. Flying objects entering the passen-
ger compartment during sudden braking or sharp turning could result in a serious
accident and/or injury.
Refer to “Luggage hooks” on page 8-85.
l Do not use an electrical appliance which
emits steam while the windows are closed.Lack of visibility due to steam could lead
to an accident.
l While using the 220-240 V AC power sup-
ply, even if the engine is not running, the engine may automatically start later de- pending on the condition of the Plug-in
Hybrid EV system and/or the drive bat-
tery.
• Before using the 220-240 V AC power
supply while the vehicle is stationary, to
prevent the vehicle from moving abruptly, apply the parking brake
firmly and press the electrical parking switch and make sure that the select
position indicator on the multi-infor- mation displays “P” (PARK).
Also, to avoid activating the selector
lever, do not place a power cord on or
near the lever.
• Never use the 220-240 V AC power
supply in a closed or poorly ventilated area, such as in a garage or an area
surrounded by snow banks. Carbon
monoxide gas, which is odorless and ex- tremely poisonous, could build up and
cause serious injury or death.WARNING• When using the 220-240 V AC power
supply while it is raining or snowing,
do not leave the door or tailgate open.
Wetting the 220-240 V AC power sup- ply may cause overheating resulting in a fire and/or electrical shock.
l Never use a multi-plug adapter or conver-
sion adapter. Using them may cause over-
heating resulting in fire.
l If you use an electrical appliance that
emits light, your visibility at night may be
affected which could impede safe driving.
l Do not spill a beverage on the 220-240 V
AC power supply. This may cause over- heating resulting in a fire and/or electrical
shock.
l Do not let children touch the 220-240 V
AC power supply.
l The cooling fan in the engine compart-
ment may automatically operate when us-ing the 220-240 V AC power supply. Keep your hands and clothes away from the
cooling fan.
l Never use the 220-240 V AC power supply
when lightning or thunder is observed or
expected.
l Never use the 220-240 V AC power supply
for electromedical apparatus.
220-240 V AC power supplies*
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If the vehicle breaks down.................................................................. 9-02Emergency starting............................................................................. 9-02
Engine overheating............................................................................. 9-04
Tools and jack..................................................................................... 9-06
Tyre repair kit......................................................................................9-07
How to change a tyre.......................................................................... 9-13
Towing................................................................................................ 9-17
Operation under adverse driving conditions....................................... 9-20For emergencies
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CAUTIONlTake care not to get the jumper cable caught
in the cooling fan or other rotating part in
the engine compartment.NOTEl If the jumper cable is connected to any posi-
tion other than the appointed one, it may
cause damage to the vehicle.
7. Start the engine in the vehicle which has
the booster battery, let the engine idle a
few minutes, then start the Plug-in Hy- brid EV system in your vehicle.
8. Check if the ready indicator illuminates.
If the ready indicator does not illumi- nate, contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
9. When the ready indicator illuminates,
disconnect the jumper cables in the re-
verse order of connection.
10. Check if the select position can be shif-
ted to all positions other than the “P” (PARK) position.
11. Have the auxiliary battery inspected by
your nearest MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
CAUTIONl Your vehicle is equipped with an exclusive
auxiliary battery. Even if the battery type is the same, the battery may not be correctly
installed in your vehicle. When replacing the auxiliary battery, request a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point to do
so.Engine overheating
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When the engine is overheating, the warningdisplay will appear on the information screen in the multi information display.
Warning display
If this occurs, take the following corrective measures: 1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from the
engine compartment.

[If steam does not come from the engine
compartment]
With the Plug-in Hybrid EV system still
starting, raise the bonnet to ventilate the
engine compartment.

[If steam is coming from the engine
compartment]
Stop the Plug-in Hybrid EV system, and when the steam stops, raise the bonnet to
ventilate the engine compartment. Re- start the Plug-in Hybrid EV system.WARNINGl Do not open the bonnet while steam is
coming from the engine compartment. It could cause steam or hot water to spurt
out, causing burns. Hot water could spurt out even when there is no steam coming
out, and some parts will be very hot. Be
very careful when opening the bonnet.
l Be careful of hot steam, which could be
blowing off the reserve tank cap.
l Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is hot.
Engine overheating
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3.Confirm that the cooling fans (A) are
turning.
[If the cooling fans are turning]
After the high coolant temperature warn- ing has gone off, stop the Plug-in Hybrid
EV system.
[If the cooling fans are not turning]
Stop the Plug-in Hybrid EV system im-
mediately and contact a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point for
assistance.
*: Front of the vehicle
WARNINGl Be careful not to get your hands or clothes
caught in the cooling fan.4. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank (B and C).
B: Reserve tank for engine cooling
C: Reserve tank for EV cooling system
5. Add coolant to the radiator and/or re-
serve tank if necessary. (Refer to the
“Maintenance” section.)
Engine overheating
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