2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER service

Tires
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-19
9
EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 1504
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of thetire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one- half (1
1/2) times as well on the gov-
ernment course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servicepractices and differences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-mance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tempera- ture can cause the material of the tireto degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C cor-responds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi-cle Safety Standard No. 109. GradesB and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required bylaw.
DOT
Department of Transporta- tion This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards, and is approved for highway use.
MA
Code representing the tire manufacturing location. (2 digits)
L9 ABCD
Code representing the tire size. (2 digits) Code used by tire manufac-turer. (1 to 4 digits)
15
Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
04
Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
Treadwear, Traction and Temper-ature Grades Treadwear Tr a c t i o n
Temperature
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Wiper blades 9-24 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
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Check the wiper blades occasionally. Clean them regularly to remove
deposits of salt and
road film. Use a sponge or cloth and a milddetergent or non-abrasive
cleaner to clean the
blades and glass areas. Replace the blades if th
ey continue to streak
or smear. If the blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, do not operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper mo
tor may be damaged.
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Your vehicle is equi
pped with an emission-
control system that me
ets all the requirements
of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
and Environment Cana
da. The emission-con-
trol system is made of:  a positive crankcase
ventilation system
 an evaporative emis
sion-control system
 an exhaust emission-control system
To be sure the emissi
on-control system works
properly, have your ve
hicle inspected and
maintained by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. This should be done at the time or mileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.These, and all the other “general” mainte- nance services listed in this manual, need to be performed to keep
your vehicle running
properly and reliably. You should also have
an inspection and ser-
vice any time you suspect a malfunction.
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Spark plugs must fire properly to ensure proper engine perfo
rmance and emission-
control.Do not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or regapping. Spark plugs sh
ould be replaced at
the mileage specified in the “WARRANTYAND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
Wiper blades
NOTE
 Do not run the wipers on dry glass for a long time. This wears out
the rubber and can
scratch the glass.
During cold weather Emission-control system maintenance
NOTE
 To meet government regulations and pro- mote cleaner air, your
vehicle is equipped
with an onboard dia
gnostic system (OBD).
The engine electronic control module that controls OBD functions stores various data (especially a
bout the exhaust emissions).
This data will be erased if the battery cable is disconnected, which could make a rapid diagnosis difficult.
Do not disconnect the
battery cable when the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine
light”) is ON.
Spark plugs
NOTE
Use the recommended or
equivalent spark
plugs listed under “Engine specifications” onpage 11-6. Use of other plugs could cause engine damage, loss of
performance or radio
noise.
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-25
9
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Check the hose surfaces for any heat and mechanical damage, hard and brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts and abrasions. Pay spe-cial attention to the hos
es closest to high heat
sources such as the exhaust manifold. Check all the hose connections
, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure
they are secure and
that there are no leaks. If you see any wear or damage, replace the
hoses immediately.
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Have the valve clea
rance checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer at the mileage specified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”.If the engine sounds abnormally loud, have adjustments made by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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Check these regularly for damage or leaks in the fuel lines and connections. Check the fuel tank filler cap for dama
ge or looseness. Pay
special attention to the fuel lines closest to
high heat sources such
as the exhaust mani-
fold.
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If the fuel-vapor vent line is clogged or dam-aged, the fuel-vapor mixture will escape, pol- luting the air. Have the system checked at an authorizedMitsubishi Motors dealer at the mileage spec- ified in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE- NANCE MANUAL”.
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The next pages list th
e maintenance service
recommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo-ration. In addition to the general maintenance that needs to be performed at the times listed,
there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance.But, if any of these
parts stops working prop-
erly, your vehicle performance could suffer. Have these items checked if you notice aproblem with them. If you have any questions, see your autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
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Good brakes are essential for safe driving. Check the brake pads for wear. For goodbraking performance, replace the brake pads with the same type pa
ds as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked for:  Severe surface cracki
ng, scuffing or worn
spots. If the fabric casing of the hose isshowing through any cracks or worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if thehose wears through.  Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or
chassis interference.
Fuel hoses Intake valve clearance Fuel system (tank, pipe line and connection, and fuel tank filler cap)
WA R N I N G If you see a fuel leak
or if you smell fuel,
do not run the engine. Any spark (includ- ing from the ignition
), flame or smoking
material could cause an explosion or fire.Call an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair fa
cility of your choice
for assistance.
Evaporative emission control system (except evaporative emission canister) General maintenance
Disc brake pads Brake hoses
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For cold and snowy weather 9-26 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:  Ball joint boots of the suspension and steering linkage  Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The best way to keep carbon monoxide gas from entering inside your
vehicle is to have
the engine exhaust syst
em properly serviced.
Have a competent mechanic inspect the com- plete exhaust system
and nearby body areas
for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispo- sitioned parts if you no
tice any of the follow-
ing:  A change in the sound of the exhaust sys- tem  The smell of exhaust fumes inside the vehicle
 The underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged
Also check the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised for l
ubrication, oil changes,
or required service.
Any open seams or loose
connections could le
t dangerous exhaust
fumes seep into the luggage and passenger compartments.  Check for holes or exhaust gas leaks caused by corrosion or damage.  Check the joints and connections for looseness or exhaust gas leaks. Check the rubber hangers and brackets for damage.
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The timing belt should be replaced with anew one at the mileage listed in the “WAR- RANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN-UAL”.
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The hood lock release mechanism and hoodsafety catch should be checked, cleaned, andoiled when needed for easy movement and to prevent rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all slidingparts of the hood latch and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha- nism until all the movable surfaces are cov- ered. Also, put a light coat
of the same grease on
the safety catch wherever moving parts touch.
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The ventilation slots in
front of the wind-
shield should be brushed clear after a heavy snowfall so that the operation of the heating and ventilation
systems will not be impaired.
Ball joint, steering linkage seals, drive shaft boots Exhaust system
WA R N I N G Carbon monoxide gas
from your vehicle’s
exhaust is poisonous. Breathing thesefumes can cause unconsciousness or death.
Check for any of the following conditions: Timing belt
Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch For cold and snowy weather Ventilation slots
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Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 10-2 Customer assistance/Re
porting Safety Defects
10
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This information is provided in compliance with the requirements of the National High- way Traffic Safety Ad
ministration, Depart-
ment of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers with information on repor
ting safety defects.
DOT quality grades - Al
l passenger vehicle
tires must conform to
Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. The spe- cific grade rating in each grade category isshown on the side wall of the tires on your vehicle. The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course
. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations indriving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government te
st surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the ti
re’s resistance to the
generation of heat and it
s ability to dissipate
heat when tested un
der controlled conditions
on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can leadto sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Fed-eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labora
tory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying Mitsubishi MotorsCorporation.
Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) Uniform tire quality grading Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
WA R N I N G The traction grade assi
gned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking tractiontests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplani
ng, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature A, B, C
WA R N I N G The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation
, or excessive load-
ing, either separately
or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Reporting Safety Defects
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Reporting Safety Defects
Customer assistance/Reporting Safety Defects 10-3
10
If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problemsbetween you, your dealer, or Mit- subishi Motors Corporation. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1- 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
To contact Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. call 1-888-648-7820 or write to: If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediatelynotify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. You may write to:
To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. call 1-888-576-4878 or write to: To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Caribbean, Inc. call 1-787-251-8715 or write to: To contact Triple J Enterprises Inc.
NHTSA Headquarters 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SEWest Building Washington, DC 20590
For vehicles sold in U.S.A. Mitsubishi Motors North Amer- ica, Inc. Customer Relations Department P.O. Box 6400Cypress, CA 90630-0064For vehicles sold in Canada Transport Canada330 Sparks StreetTo w e r C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Can- ada, Inc.Customer Relations Department P.O. Box 41009 4141 Dixie RoadMississauga, ON L4W 5C9For vehicles sold in Puerto Rico Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Carib-bean, Inc. Customer Service Department P.O. Box 192216SAN JUAN PR 00919-2216For vehicles sold in Guam
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
Numerics
12 V power outlets
............................
5-221
4-wheel drive operation
.......................
5-88
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-6
Active stability control (ASC)
............
5-100
Adaptive Cruise C
ontrol System (ACC)
.......
5-107 Air cleaner filter
.................................
9-10
Air conditioner
Dual-zone automatic climate control air conditioner
.....................................
7-5
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-13
Air purifier
.........................................
7-14
Airbag
...............................................
4-35
All-wheel drive operation
....................
5-88
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-46
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-97
Arm rest
.............................................
4-10
Assist grip
........................................
5-239
Automatic high beam system
.............
5-203
Automatic transaxle
............................
5-70
Fluid
.....................................
9-12
, 11-7
Selector lever operation
...................
5-70
Selector lever positions
...................
5-73
Sports mode
...................................
5-73
B
Back-up light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-34
Replacement
..................................
9-40
Ball joint, steering linka
ge seals, drive shaft
boots
...............................................
9-26
Battery
..............................................
9-14
Charging system warning light
.......
5-197
Checking battery
electrolyte level
....
9-14
Disconnection and connection
.........
9-15
During cold weather
.......................
9-15
Specification
..................................
11-6
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
................
5-127
Bottle holders
....................................
5-236
Brake
Fluid
.....................................
9-14
, 11-7
Brake assist
........................................
5-97
Braking
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-97
Braking
...........................................
6-5
Hose
.............................................
9-25
Pad wear alarm
..............................
5-93
Parking brake
.................................
5-56
Pedal
.............................................
5-92
Pedal free play
...............................
9-23
Power brakes
.................................
5-93
Service brake
.................................
5-92
Warning lights and buzzer
.............
5-196
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-3
Bulb location and capacity
...................
9-34
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-7
Card holder
......................................
5-232
Cargo area cover
...............................
5-237
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Cargo room light
...............................
5-230
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-35
Catalytic converter
................................
9-2
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles
............................................
5-91
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging system warning light
...........
5-197
Child restraint systems
........................
4-27
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-40
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle
......................
9-42
Outside of your vehicle
...................
9-43
Coat hook
.........................................
5-239
Consumer information
.........................
10-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
...
5-76
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Alphabetical index 12-4
12
O
Octane number
.....................................
3-2
Oil
Engine oil
......................................
11-7
Rear axle oil
...................................
11-7
Transfer oil
....................................
11-7
Operation under adverse driving conditions
...
8-19 Outside rearview mirrors
.....................
5-63
Overheating
.........................................
8-4
P
Parking
................................................
6-6
Parking brake
.................................
5-56
Parking brake lever stroke
...................
9-23
Parking lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-34
Replacement
..................................
9-38
Polishing
............................................
9-45
Power brakes
......................................
5-93
Power liftgate
.....................................
5-42
Power outlet
.....................................
5-221
Power windows
..................................
5-51
Puncture (Tire changing)
.....................
8-11
Puncture (Tire repair kit)
.......................
8-6
R
Radiator cap
.......................................
9-10
Radio
General information
about your radio 7-14
Reading lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-35
Rear axle oil
..............................
9-13
, 11-7
Rear combination lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-34
Replacement
...................................
9-40
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
.....................
5-133
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-34
Rear turn signal light
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-34
Replacement
...................................
9-40
Rear-view camera
.............................
5-145
Rearview mirror
Inside rearview mirror
.....................
5-60
Outside rearview mirrors
.................
5-63
Replacement of light bulbs
...................
9-33
Replacing tires and wheels
...................
9-21
Reporting Safety Defects
.....................
10-2
S
Safe driving techniques
.........................
6-4
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control)
......
5-85
Seat belt
.............................................
4-18
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor
.4-24
Child restraint systems
....................
4-27
Front passenger seat belt warning light
.....
4-24Maintenance and inspection
.............
4-35
Seat belt extender
...........................
4-25
Seat belt force limitter
.....................
4-27
Seat belt pr
e-tensioners
...................
4-26
Seat belt use
during pregnancy
.........
4-26
Seats
....................................................
4-2
Arm rest
........................................
4-10
Front seats
.......................................
4-4
Head restraints
...............................
4-11
Heated seat
......................................
4-8
Making a cargo area
........................
4-13
Making a flat seat
...........................
4-17
Seat arrangement
..............................
4-3
Seats and restraint systems
................
4-4
Second row seats
..............................
4-9
Third row seats
...............................
4-11
Service brake
......................................
5-92
Service precautions
...............................
9-2
Side turn-signal light
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-34
Snow tires
..........................................
9-22
Spark plugs
........................................
9-24
Starting the engine
.....................
5-26
, 5-68
Steering
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment
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