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2. Remove the cover from the mounting grooves, and the cover will be rolled backinto the retracted position.
There are 2 installation holes (B) for the cargo area cover.
1. Move one of the sliders (C) towards the inside of the vehicle, and fit the protrud-ing portion (D) into the installation hole that is to be used. Move the opposite slider in the same fashion.
2. After changing the position, gently shake the entire cargo area cover to make sure it is securely retained.
NOTE
Do not place anything on the cargo area cover.
To change position
NOTE
If the rear seat touches the cargo area cover, move the cargo area cover rearward. The cargo area cover could be damaged if itsupports the seatback of the rear seats.
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Assist grips
Features and controls 5-225
5
1. Roll back the cargo area cover. 2. Move one of the sliders (C) towards the inside of the vehicle and lift it to removethe cargo area cover.
To refit the cargo area cover, follow the removal steps in reverse. Gently shake the entire 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.The cover can be stored above the luggage floor board.
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The assist grips (located above the doors on the headliner) are not designed to supportbody weight. They are intended for use only while seated in the vehicle.
To remove
To r e f i t
To store
Assist grips
CAUTION Do not use the assist grips when getting into or out of the vehicle. The assist grips could detach causing you to fall.
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Coat hooks 5-226 Features and controls
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There is a coat hook on the rear seat assist grip of the driver’s side.
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There are hooks on the sides of the luggagearea for use in securing luggage.
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Light items of luggage can be hung from thehook.
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1. Hold the tab (A) and lift the luggage floor board.
Coat hooks
WA R N I N G Do not put a hanger or any heavy or pointed object on the coat hook. If the cur- tain airbag was activated, any such item could be propelled away with great forceand could prevent the curtain airbag from inflating correctly. Hang clothes directly on the coat hook (without using a hanger).Make sure there are no heavy or sharp objects in the pockets of clothes that you hang on the coat hook.
Luggage hooks
CAUTION Do not load the luggage higher than the top of 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 serious accident.
Convenient hook
NOTE
To avoid damage to the convenient hook, do not hang objects that weight more than 6.6 pounds (3 kg).
Luggage floor board
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Luggage floor board
Features and controls 5-227
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2. Hook the strap (B) of
the luggage floor
board onto the top of the vehicle as shown to secure the luggage floor board.
A- Tab B- Strap
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Driving safetyDriving precaution ..........
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Fuel economy ............................
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Driving, alcohol and dr
ugs ..............................................................6-2
Floor mat ...................................
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Vehicle preparation before driving ..................................................6-4 Safe driving techniques
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Driving during cold weat
her ............................................................6-5
Braking .....................................
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Parking ......................................
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Loading information
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Cargo loads .....................
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Trailer towing .................
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Driving precaution 6-2 Driving safety
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Your vehicle has been designed for both nor- mal and occasional off-road use. However,avoid driving the vehicle through areas where the tires may get stuck in deep sand or mud as your vehicle is designed primarily for use onpavement, unlike a conventional off-road vehicle. Keep in mind that 2-wh
eel drive vehicles are
less capable than 4-wheel drive vehicles for driving on muddy, slippery, wet or snow-cov- ered roads. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track, which enables them to perform in a wide variety of off-road situa- tions. Because of the higher ground clear-ance, these vehicles have a higher center of gravity, which makes them handle differently than ordinary vehicles when driving on pave-ment. They are not designed to maneuver or corner at the same speed on pavement as con- ventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars anymore than low-slung sports cars are designed
to perform satisfactorily in off-road condi- tions. Always drive safely and steer the vehicle carefully. Avoid operating the vehicle in amanner that might require sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle cor-rectly can result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig-nificantly more likely to die than a personwearing a seat belt. Before starting the vehi- cle, always make certain that you and all your passengers are properly wearing their seatbelts (with children in the rear seat, in appro- priate restraints).
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Fuel economy is dependent on many factors.Your personal driving habits can have a sig- nificant effect on your fuel consumption.Several recommendations for achieving the greatest fuel economy are listed below. Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate slowly and smoothly. When parked for even a short period, do not idle the engine. Shut it off. Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.
Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. When driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle on highways or dry improved roads, set thedrive mode to “AUTO”. For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) whentraffic, roadway and weather conditions safely permit. Keep your air cleaner filter clean and your vehicle lubricated according to the recom-mendations in this manual. Always keep your vehicle well main- tained. A poorly maintained enginewastes fuel and costs money. Never overload your vehicle.
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impairedeven with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation. Drinking coffee or tak- ing a cold shower will not make you sober.Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doctor or
Driving precaution
WA R N I N G Utility vehicles have
a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Avoid abrupt maneuvers and excessive speed. Always buckle up.
Fuel economy
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Floor mat
Driving safety 6-3
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pharmacist before driving while under the influence of any of these medications.
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The original equipmen
t floor mat provided
with your vehicle was specifically designedfor your vehicle. Always properly position the floor mat and assure it does not interfere with operation ofthe pedals. Always use the retaining clip on the driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. 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 the operation of the pedals, Mitsubishi Motors Genuine floor 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 installation holes 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 of retaining clips may vary depending on the vehicle model.WA R N I N G If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the operation of the pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended accelera-tion and/or increased stopping distances resulting in a crash and injury. Always make sure the floor mat does not interferewith the accelerator or brake pedal. Always use the reta
ining clip on the
driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat.
Always install the mat with the correct side facing down. Never install a second mat over or under an existing floor mat. Do not use a floor mat designed for another model vehicle even if it is aMitsubishi Motors 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 floor mat while clean- ing the inside of your vehicle or for anyother reason, always check the condition of the floor mat after it has been rein- stalled.• While the vehicle is stopped with theengine off, check that the floor mat is notinterfering with the pedals by depressing the pedals fully.WA R N I N G
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