2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER service

Multi Information display 5-166 Features and controls
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When the display is reset, the time until the next periodic inspection
is displayed and the
warning display is no longer displayed when the ignition switch is switched from the “OFF” or “LOCK” position to the “ON”position or the operation mode is changed from OFF to ON. 1. When you lightly press the multi informa- tion display switch, the informationscreen switches to the service reminder display screen. 2. Press and hold the multi information dis- play switch (for about 2 seconds or more) to display “ ” and make it flash. (If there is no operation for
about 10 seconds with
this indicator flashing, the display returns to the previous screen.)
3. With this indicator
flashing, if you lightly
press the multi information displayswitch, the screen switches from “---” to “CLEAR”. After that, the time until the next periodic inspection is shown.
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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the ope
ration mode is put in
ON, the system check sc
reen is displayed for
about 4 seconds. If there is no fault, the infor- mation screen is displayed. If there is a fault, the screen changes to warn-ing display. Refer to “Warning di
splay list” on page
5-178.
CAUTION The customer is responsible for making sure that regular inspections and maintenance and periodic inspections
and maintenance are
performed.Inspections and mainte
nance must be per-
formed to prevent accidents and malfunc- tions.NOTE
 The “---” display cannot
be reset while the
ignition switch or the operation mode is inON.
 When “---” is displayed, after a certain dis- tance and a certain pe
riod of time, the dis-
play is reset and th
e time until the next
periodic inspection is displayed.  If you accidentally reset
the display, consult
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
System check screen
NOTE
 The system check screen display varies depending on your equipment.NOTE
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Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list 5-184 Features and controls
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 You try to release the Electric parking brake switch without depressing the brake pedal.
Refer to “Electric parkin
g brake” on page 5-57.
 The Electric parking brake has been automatically applied.
Refer to “Brake auto hold” on page 5-93.
 The brake auto hold is automatically canceled
. Refer to “Brake auto hold” on page 5-93.
 The brake auto hold is not available. Re
fer to “Brake auto hold” on page 5-93.
 The Electric parking brake is not automatically applied because there is a fa
ult in the Electric park-
ing brake system.
 When the ignition switch is
turned off or the opera-
tion mode is put in OFF, place the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position and depress the brake pedal more firmly than usual with the right foot. Then, operate the ignition
switch or the engine
switch.  We recommend you to have the brake auto hold sys- tem inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Autho- rized Service Point. Refer to “Brake auto hold” on page 5-93.
Screen
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list 5-194 Features and controls
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This informs you that a periodic inspection is due.
 When the Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM) is activated or the timing of an alarm is changed.
Refer to “FCM ON/OFF
switch” on page
5-123.
 When the Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM) is
deactivated.
Refer to “FCM ON/OFF
switch” on page
5-123.
Screen
Do this
Have an inspection made by an authorized Mi
tsubishi Motors dealer.
For further details,
refer to “Service reminder” on page 5-165.
Screen
System operation status
Reference
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Warning lights
Features and controls 5-197
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This indicator is a part
of the onboard diag-
nostic (OBD) system which monitors the emissions, engine control system or auto- matic transaxle cont
rol system/continuously
variable transmission
(CVT) control system.
If a problem is detected in one of these sys- tems, this indicator illuminates or flashes.When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, this indicator
normally comes on and
goes off after the engine has started.
This indicator will come on if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. If thisindicator comes on and stays on after refuel- ing, stop the engine and check that the cap is properly tightened. (Turn the cap clockwiseuntil you hear clicking sounds.) If this indicator does not go off after several seconds or lights up whil
e driving, have the
system checked as s
oon as possible at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunc-tion in the charging system or when the igni-
CAUTION When the warning light remains on or does not come on, there is the possibility that theparking brake cannot be operated orreleased. Immediately contact the nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. When the warning light comes on during driving,immediately stop the vehi
cle in a safe place,
and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If you inevitably have to park, parkthe vehicle on level and stable ground, shift the selector lever in
“P” (PARK) position
and place chocks
or blocks.
Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)
CAUTION Driving for a long time with the engine mal- function indicator on
may cause more dam-
age to the emission control system. This could also affect fuel economy and drivabil-ity. If this indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or the operation mode
is put in ON, have
the system checked at
an authorized Mitsubi-
shi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your
choice.
 If the engine malfunction indicator comes on while the engine is running, avoid driving athigh speeds.During vehicle
operation with the indicator
on, the vehicle may not
accelerate when you
depress the accelerator pedal.When the vehicle is stat
ionary with the indi-
cator on, you must depr
ess the brake pedal
more firmly than usual since the engineidling speed is higher th
an usual and a vehi-
cle with an automatic transaxle or CVT has a stronger tendency to creep forward.NOTE
 Do not disconnect the battery cable when the engine malfunction i
ndicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Che
ck engine light”) is
on. The engine electronic control module storescritical OBD information (especially exhaust emission data), which may be lost if the bat- tery cable is disconnected while the enginemalfunction indicator is
on. This will make it
difficult to diagnose the cause of future prob- lems.
Charging system warning light
CAUTION
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch 5-206 Features and controls
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[When the automatic high beam system is malfunctioning] [When the sensor is malfunctioning]
If the system becomes temporarily unavail- able due to the high or low temperature of thesensor, the following warning display will appear. After the temperature of
the sensor has been
in range, the system will automatically return to operation. If the warning display does not disappearafter waiting for a while, there is a possibility that the automatic high beam system has a malfunction. Contact an
authorized Mitsubi-
shi Motors dealer for inspection of the sys- tem.
If the automatic high beam system determines that its performance has been degraded, the warning display will appear.This can occur when  Foreign objects, such as
dirt, snow or ice,
adhere to the windshield of the sensor portion.  In adverse weather
conditions, such as
rain, snow, sand storms, etc. A front vehicle or an oncoming vehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt.
When the sensor performance returns, the automatic high beam system will resumeoperation. If the warning display does not disappear after waiting for a while, there is a possibilitythat the sensor has a malfunction. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for inspection of the sensor.
NOTE
 If the sensor or its surrounding area becomes extremely high temperature when parking the vehicle under a blazing sun, the “AHBSERVICE REQUIRED” warning display may appear. If the message remains even after the tem-perature of the sensor or its surrounding area has been in range, plea
se contact an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

Sensor is too hot or cold


Windshield is dirty

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Driving during cold weather
Driving safety 6-5
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you give extra attention to the following areas, you can better protect yourself andyour passengers:  Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather c
onditions. Leave plenty
of stopping distance
between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead.  Before changing lanes, check your mir- rors, blind spots, a
nd use your turn-signal
light.  While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicycl
ists, and pedestrians.
 Always obey applicab
le laws and regula-
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Alwaysleave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking.  If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle re
gistration laws and
make sure you will be able to get the right fuel.
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 Check the battery. At the same time, check the terminals and wiring. Duringextremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong. Also, the battery power level may drop beca
use more power is
used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs at the proper speed and ifthe headlights are as bright as normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. During extreme cold weather, it is possi-ble that a very low battery could freeze. Warm the engine sufficiently. After start- ing the engine, allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylinders. Then drive your vehicle slowly.Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle, transfer case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all lubricationpoints.  Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of aleak or from engine
overheating, add Mit-
subishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equivalent.Please read this section in conjunction with the “Engine coolant” on page 9-9.

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All the parts of the brake system are criticalto safety. Have the
vehicle serviced by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your
choice at regular inter-
vals according to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately
after starting, espe-
cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brakediscs and prevent normal braking after driv- ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, drythe brakes out by drivi
ng slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal.
Driving during cold weather
WA R N I N G The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any spark or flame can cause the bat- tery to explode, which could cause serious injury or death.Always wear protecti
ve clothes and a face
mask when working with your battery, or let a skilled mechanic do it.
WA R N I N G Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriouslyburned.
Braking When brakes are wet
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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
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tribution of the load in the trailer. This can be checked by separately
weighing the loaded
trailer and then the tongue. The GAWRs are printed on the certification label which is riveted on the door sill on the driver’s side. Refer to “Vehicle labeling” on page 11-2. Choose a proper hitch and ball, and make sure it is installed at a height that is compati- ble with the trailer. Use a good equalizing hitch which uniformlydistributes the trailer tongue load throughout the 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 chain should 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 often when you’re towing a trailer. Refer to “WAR-RANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN- UAL”. Especially important in trailer operation 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 care and maintenance” section.Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. Mitsubishi Motors recommends that any trailer having a total we
ight of 1,250 lb (567
kg) or more (2.4 liter models), 1,400 lb (635kg) or more (3.0 lite
r models) 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 your vehicle for installing
a trailer hitch, be
sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If
you don’t seal them,
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from yourexhaust can enter your vehicle. Refer to “Exhaust system” on page 9-26.
NOTE
 Mitsubishi Motors recommends that sway control 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 trailer and 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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Operation under adverse driving conditions
For emergencies 8-19
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Release the parking brake. Set the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
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If your vehicle becomes
stuck in snow, sand,
or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it.Do not rev the engine or spin the wheels. Constant efforts to free a stuck vehicle can cause overheating and tr
ansaxle failure. Let
the engine idle for a few minutes to cool the transaxle before trying again. If your vehicle is still
stuck after several rock-
ing attempts, call for a commercial tow truck service.
 [For front-wheel driv
e vehicle equipped with
the active stability control (ASC)]If the vehicle is towed with the ignitionswitch in the “ON” pos
ition or the operation
mode in ON and only the front wheels raised off the ground (Type C), the ASC may oper-ate, resulting in an accident. When towing the vehicle with the front wheels raised, keep the ignition switch or
the operation mode as
follows. [Except for vehicles equipped with the F. A . S . T. - k e y ]The ignition switch is in “LOCK”, “OFF” or “ACC” position. [Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.
Towing a front-wheel drive vehi- cle with front wheels off the ground (Type C)
CAUTION
Operation under adverse driving conditions If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow
WA R N I N G When trying to rock
your vehicle out of a
stuck position, make sure that there are nopeople nearby. The
rocking motion can
make your vehicle suddenly lurch forward or backward, and inju
re any bystanders.
On wet roads
CAUTIONAvoid flooded roads. Water is often deeper than it looks, and you could be seriously hurtby driving into flood water. When driving in rain, on water-covered roads, or through a car
wash, water could get
into the brake discs and make them fail tem- porarily. In such cases, lightly press thebrake pedal to see if they are working prop- erly. If they are not, press the pedal lightly several times while driving to dry the brakepads or linings, then check them again. When driving in rain, a layer of water may form between the tires and the road surface (hydroplaning). This loosens your tires’ grip on the road, making it difficult to steer orbrake properly. When driving on a wet road:• Drive your vehicle at a safe speed.• Do not drive on worn tires.• Always keep the tires at the correct infla- tion pressures.
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