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Indicator and warning light package
Indicator and warning light package
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5
1- High beam indicator P.5-88
8- Door-ajar warning light P.5-90
16- Brake warning light P.5-88
2- Electric power steering system warning
9- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
17- Anti-lock braking system warning light
light P.5-53
warning light P.4-31
P.5-52
3- Tire pressure monitoring system warn-
10- High coolant temperature warning light
18- Multi-information display P.5-78
ing light (if so equipped) P.5-72
(red) P.5-90
19- Cruise control indicator
(if
so
4- Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning
11- Low coolant temperature indicator
equipped) P.5-57
lights P.5-88
(green) P.5-88
20- Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning
5- Forward Collision Mitigation system
12- ECO indicator P.5-88
light P.4-12
(FCM) indicator (if so equipped)
13- Oil pressure warning light P.5-90
21- Forward Collision Mitigation system
P.5-66
14- Engine malfunction indicator
(“SER-
(FCM) OFF indicator (if so equipped)
6- Front fog light indicator
(if so
VICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check
P.5-64
equipped) P.5-88
engine light”) P.5-89
22- Active stability control (ASC) indica-
7- Washer fluid level warning light (if so
15- Charging system warning light
tor/warning light P.5-55
equipped) P.5-91
P.5-90
Features and controls
5-87
Indicators
23- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) light
NOTE
NOTE
(yellow) (if so equipped) P.5-71
z If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if
z When the indicator goes out, this should be
24- Automatic High Beam (AHB) warning
the indicator stays on without flashing, check
used as a rough indication of when the heat-
light (yellow) (if so equipped)
for a malfunctioning turn signal light bulb or
ing starts working.
P.5-97
turn signal connection.
25- Active stability control
(ASC) OFF
indicator/warning light P.5-55
ECO indicator
26- Position indicator
(if so equipped)
5
High beam indicator
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P.5-88
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27- Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indi-
This indicator comes on while fuel-efficient
A blue light comes on when the headlights
driving is achieved.
cator (green) (if so equipped) P.5-68
are on high beam.
28- Automatic High Beam (AHB) indicator
(green) (if so equipped) P.5-95
Warning lights
29- For details, refer to “Warning activa-
Front fog light indicator (if so
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tion” on page 5-16 (if so equipped)
equipped)
30- For details, refer to “Warning activa-
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Brake warning light and buzzer
tion” on page 5-16 (if so equipped)
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This indicator comes on while the front fog
This light comes on when the ignition switch
lights are on.
Indicators
is turned to the “ON” position (engine off) or
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the operation mode is put in ON.
Position indicator (if so equipped)
When the engine is started, the light should
Turn signal indicators/Hazard
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go off a few seconds later.
warning lights
The warning light also illuminates after start-
This indicator light illuminates while the
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ing the engine under the following condi-
parking lights are on.
tions.
The arrows will flash in time with the corre-
sponding exterior turn signals when the turn
Low coolant temperature indi-
z When the parking brake is still applied.
signal lever is used.
z When the brake fluid level is low.
cator - green
z When the brake system circuit is not
Both arrows will flash when the hazard warn-
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working properly.
ing flasher switch is pressed.
This indicator comes on in green while the
coolant temperature is low.
5-88
Features and controls
Warning lights
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5
system checked immediately at an authorized
CAUTION
mph (8 km/h) and the parking brake applied,
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
• Should the brakes fail, use engine braking
a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that
of your choice.
to reduce your speed and slowly apply the
the parking brake is not properly release.
parking brake.
Depress the brake pedal to illuminate the
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the parking brake
stop lights and to alert the vehicles behind
z
Driving for a long time with the engine mal-
is fully released and the brake warning light
you.
function indicator on may cause more dam-
is off.
age to the emission control system. This
5
could also affect fuel economy and drivabil-
Engine malfunction indicator
CAUTION
ity.
z
If the brake warning light and the Anti-lock
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”
z
If this indicator does not come on when the
braking system warning light are illuminated
or “Check engine light”)
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
at the same time, the braking force distribu-
tion or the operation mode is put in ON, have
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tion function will not operate, the vehicle
the system checked at an authorized
This indicator is a part of the onboard diag-
may be destabilized during sudden braking
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
nostic
(OBD) system which monitors the
under the following conditions.
of your choice.
• When the brake warning light does not go
emissions, engine control system or continu-
z
If the engine malfunction indicator comes on
out even when the parking brake is
ously variable transmission
(CVT) control
while the engine is running, avoid driving at
released.
system. If a problem is detected in one of
high speeds.
• When the brake warning light stays on
these systems, this indicator illuminates or
During vehicle operation with the indicator
while driving.
flashes. When the ignition switch is turned to
on, the vehicle may not accelerate when you
depress the accelerator pedal.
If the above occurs, avoid sudden braking
the “ON” position or the operation mode is
When the vehicle is stationary with the indi-
and high-speed driving. Park the vehicle in a
put in ON, this indicator normally comes on
cator on, you must depress the brake pedal
safe place, and contact an authorized
and goes off after the engine has started.
more firmly than usual since the engine
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
idling speed is higher than usual and a vehi-
of your choice as soon as possible.
This indicator will come on if the fuel tank
cle with a CVT has a stronger tendency to
z
The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the
filler cap is not properly tightened. If this
creep forward.
following manner when brake performance
indicator comes on and stays on after refuel-
is deteriorated.
ing, stop the engine and check that the cap is
• Confirm that the vehicle slows down when
properly tightened. (Turn the cap clockwise
you press down on the brake pedal harder
until you hear clicking sounds.)
than usual. In some cases, the brake pedal
If this indicator does not go off after several
may go all the way to the floor.
seconds or lights up while driving, have the
Features and controls
5-89
Warning lights
NOTE
Oil pressure warning light
CAUTION
z Do not disconnect the battery cable when the
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z
If the light comes on during vehicle opera-
engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE
tion, it indicates that the engine is possibly
This light comes on when the engine oil pres-
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) is
overheating. Continued driving could make
sure is below normal. If the light stays on
on.
the engine fail. Immediately stop the vehicle
while driving, stop the engine as soon as pos-
The engine electronic control module stores
in a safe place and take appropriate action.
sible. Do not run the engine until the cause of
critical OBD information (especially exhaust
(Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.)
the low oil pressure is corrected.
emission data), which may be lost if the bat-
5
tery cable is disconnected while the engine
malfunction indicator is on. This will make it
CAUTION
NOTE
difficult to diagnose the cause of future prob-
z If this light comes on when the engine oil
z
The high coolant temperature warning light
lems.
level is not low, have your vehicle checked at
may illuminate when the vehicle has been
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
driven at high speeds or on hilly roads. This
repair facility of your choice.
illuminating does not necessarily indicate a
Charging system warning light
z This warning light does not show the amount
problem. It should stop if you keep the
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of oil in the crankcase. This can only be
engine running for a while or continue driv-
determined by checking the oil level with the
ing the vehicle.
This light comes on in the event of a malfunc-
dipstick with the engine turned off.
tion in the charging system or when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the “ON” position
Door-ajar warning light and
(engine off) or the operation mode is put in
High coolant temperature
ON. When the engine is started, the light
buzzer
should go out. Check to make sure that the
warning light - red
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light has gone out before driving.
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This light comes on when any door or the lift-
This light comes on in red if the coolant tem-
gate is open or not completely closed.
CAUTION
perature becomes excessively high.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5
z If the warning light stays on while the engine
mph (8 km/h) and any door or the liftgate is
is running, park your vehicle in a safe place
open or ajar, a tone will sound 4 times to
immediately and contact an authorized Mit-
inform the driver that any door or the liftgate
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
is not properly shut.
your choice to have the system checked.
5-90
Features and controls
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
CAUTION
Combination headlights and
Type 1
z Before driving, make sure that the door-ajar
dimmer switch
Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
warning light is off.
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NOTE
Headlights
z When the auto cut-out function of the doom
light is been activated, the light goes out
5
NOTE
automatically after about 30 minutes.
Refer to “Dome light” on page 5-109.
z
Do not leave the headlights and other lights
on for a long period of time when the engine
is not running. The battery will run down.
z
When it rains, or when the vehicle has been
Washer fluid level warning
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes
light (if so equipped)
becomes foggy. This is the same as when
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window glass mists up on a humid day, and
The combinations of switch operations and
does not indicate a problem. When the light
illuminated lights differ in accordance with
This light comes on when the washer fluid is
is switched on, the heat will dry out the fog.
the following conditions.
running low.
However, if water collects inside the light,
If the light comes on, replenish the container
have it checked by an authorized Mitsubishi
Except for vehicles equipped with day-
with washer fluid. Refer to “Washer fluid” on
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
time running lights
choice.
page 9-10.
OFF
All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-
marker lights, license plate and
instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
Features and controls
5-91
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
The engine starts when the lights are off.
Vehicles equipped with daytime running
Except for vehicles equipped with day-
lights
time running lights
OFF
All lights off
[When the engine is started, and the parking
Parking, tail, front and rear side-
Headlights and other lights turn on
brake is released]
marker lights, license plate and
AUTO
and off automatically in accor-
instrument panel lights on
dance with outside light level.
The daytime running lights will be illumi-
nated:
Headlights and other lights on
Tail, front and rear side-marker-
5
lights, license plate and instrument
The daytime running lights illumi-
panel lights on
OFF
Type 2
nated
Headlights and other lights on
The daytime running lights illumi-
Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
nated
Vehicles equipped with daytime running
Parking, tail, front and rear side-
lights
marker lights, license plate and
instrument panel lights on
[When the engine is started, and the parking
Headlights and other lights on
brake is released]
The daytime running lights illumi-
NOTE
nated (when it is light outside the
z
Once the daytime running light come on,
vehicle)
they do not go out until the ignition switch is
AUTO
Headlights and other lights turn on
turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” position or
and off automatically in accor-
the operation mode is changed to OFF or
The combinations of switch operations and
dance with outside light level.
ACC.
illuminated lights differ in accordance with
The daytime running lights illumi-
the following conditions.
nated
[When the engine is not running, or when the
Tail, front and rear side-marker
engine is running but the parking brake is not
lights, license plate and instrument
released]
panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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Features and controls
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF”
NOTE
NOTE
or “ACC” position or the key is removed
z Once the daytime running light come on,
z
Do not cover the sensor (A) for the automatic
from the ignition switch and the driver’s
they do not go out until the ignition switch is
on/off control by affixing a sticker or label to
door is opened.
turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” position or
the windshield.
the operation mode is changed to OFF or
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-
ACC.
key]
The operation mode is changed to OFF or
[When the engine is not running, or when the
ACC and the driver’s door is opened.
5
engine is running but the parking brake is not
released]
z
If the following operation is performed
with the combination headlights and dim-
The engine starts when the lights are off.
mer switch in the “
” or “
” position,
z
If the lights do not turn on or off with the
the lights automatically turn off after
Headlights and other lights turn on
switch in the
“AUTO” position, manually
about 3 minutes.
AUTO
and off automatically in accor-
operate the switch. Have the system checked
dance with outside light level.
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or
[Except for vehicles equipped with the
a repair facility of your choice.
F.A.S.T.-key]
Parking, tail, front and rear side-
The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF”
marker lights, license plate and
or “ACC” position or the key is removed
instrument panel lights on
Light auto-cutout function
from the ignition switch and the driver’s
Headlights and other lights on
(headlights and other lights)
door is not opened.
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[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-
z If the following operation is performed
key]
with the combination headlights and dim-
The operation mode is changed to OFF or
mer switch in the “
” or “
” position,
ACC and the driver’s door is not opened.
the lights automatically turn off.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the
NOTE
F.A.S.T.-key]
z The light auto-cutout function can be deacti-
vated.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
Features and controls
5-93
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
the light switch to the “OFF” or “AUTO”
When you want to keep the lights
position*, or close the driver’s door to stop
on:
the tone.
If the combination headlights and dimmer
*: Whether or not your vehicle is equipped
switch is turned to the “
” or “
” posi-
with “OFF” or “AUTO” position on the
tion again after the engine is turned off, the
combination headlights and dimmer
about
3-minute auto-cutout
function
switch depends on the vehicle specifica-
5
described above will not work. The lights (the
tions.
parking lights, tail lights and license plate
lights) will stay on and will not turn off auto-
matically.
Dimmer (high/low beam
change)
Headlight flasher
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Headlight reminder buzzer
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To change the headlights from high beam to
You can flash the high beams by pulling the
low beam and vice versa, pull the turn signal
[When using a key to start the engine]
lever gently toward you (2). The lights will
lever to
(1). Switch the headlights to low
If the driver’s door is opened while the com-
go back to normal when you let go. While the
beam as a courtesy whenever there are
bination headlight switch is in the
or
high beam is on, you will see a blue light on
oncoming vehicles, or when there is traffic
position and the key is removed from the
the instrument panel.
moving ahead of you. An illuminated blue
ignition switch, the tone will sound to remind
light in the instrument cluster indicates when
you to turn off the light.
the headlights are on high beam.
NOTE
z You can flash the high beams by pulling the
[When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the
lever toward you, even if the headlights are
engine]
off.
If the driver’s door is opened while the com-
z If you turn the lights off with the headlights
bination headlight switch is in the
or
set to high beam illumination, the headlights
position and the operation mode is in OFF,
are automatically returned to their low beam
the tone will sound to remind you to turn off
setting.
the light.
In either case, the lights will turn off automat-
ically and so will the tone. You can also turn
5-94
Features and controls
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
Automatic High Beam (AHB) (if
How to use the AHB
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so equipped)
1. Rotate the light switch to “
” position
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or
“AUTO” position
(if so equipped)
The Automatic High Beam (AHB) turns the
when the engine is running.
high beam light on or off automatically
(Green)
2. Press the AHB switch.
according to surrounding light conditions.
The AHB is activated and the AHB indi-
The sensor (A) detects lights, such as the
cator (green) is illuminated.
5
lights of an oncoming
vehicle,
a
vehicle
If the AHB switch is pressed again, the
ahead or street lights.
AHB will be deactivated and AHB indica-
tor (green) will go off.
NOTE
z
If the headlights are on when the light switch
is in the “AUTO” position, the AHB works.
z
You can switch the headlight beams
(high/low) manually by operating the lever
even if the AHB is working.
Refer to “Dimmer (high/low beam change)”
on page 5-94.
If the lever is operated manually, the AHB
indicator (green) will go off and the AHB
will be deactivated.
Refer to “Manual switching” on page 5-95.
WARNING
z
The AHB is not deactivated when you pull
z
Do not rely solely on the AHB. Always
the lever slightly (operation of the headlight
observe surrounding traffic and light con-
flasher).
ditions. If necessary, manually turn the
high beams on or off.
Refer to
“Dimmer
(high/low beam
„ Manual switching
change)” on page 5-94.
Switching to low beam
1. Pull the turn signal lever toward you.
Features and controls
5-95
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
2. The AHB indicator (green) will go off.
NOTE
NOTE
3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the
z
The headlights may not be switched from
z
The AHB recognises environmental condi-
AHB will be activated.
high beam to low beam under the following
tions by sensing a light source ahead of your
circumstances.
vehicle. Therefore, you may feel like some-
Switching to high beam
• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is
thing is not quite right when the headlight
hindered by any object such as continuous
beams are switched automatically.
1. Pull the turn signal lever toward you.
bends, elevated median/island, traffic signs,
z
The system may not detect a light vehicle
2. The AHB indicator (green) will go off and
roadside trees.
such as a bicycle.
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the high beam indicator illuminates.
• Your vehicle passes an oncoming vehicle
z
The system may not detect an ambient
3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the
suddenly on a bend with poor visibility.
brightness precisely. This causes the traffic
AHB will be activated.
• Another vehicle crosses ahead of your vehi-
to be dazzled by high beam or the low beam
cle.
to be maintained. In such cases, you should
z
The headlights may remain at low beam (or
switch the headlight beams manually.
Automatic switching conditions
be switched from high beam to low beam)
• In bad weather (heavy rain, fog, snow or
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when a reflective object
(e.g. street light,
sandstorm).
The high beam headlights illuminate when all
traffic signal, noticeboard and signboard)
• The windshield is dirty or fogged up.
of the following conditions are met:
reflects light.
• The windshield is cracked or broken.
z
Any of the following factors may influence
• The sensor is deformed or dirty.
z Your vehicle speed exceeds approxi-
the headlight beam switching timing:
• A light, which is similar to the headlights or
mately 33 mph (53 km/h).
• How brightly the exterior lights of a vehicle
tail lights, is shining around your vehicle.
z It is dark ahead of your vehicle.
in front or oncoming vehicle illuminate.
• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is
z There are no vehicles in front or oncom-
• Movement or direction of a vehicle in front
driven without lights, the exterior lights are
ing vehicles, or none of their exterior
or oncoming vehicle.
dirty or discoloured, or the direction of the
lights are illuminating.
• Only right or left exterior light of a vehicle
headlight beams is adjusted improperly.
in front or oncoming vehicle is illuminat-
• It becomes dark and bright suddenly and
The low beam headlights illuminate when
ing.
continuously around your vehicle.
any of the following conditions occur:
• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is a
• Your vehicle is driven on uneven surfaces.
motorcycle.
• Your vehicle is driven on a winding road.
z Your vehicle speed does not exceed
• Road conditions (gradient, bends and road
• A reflective object such as a noticeboard or
approximately 28 mph (45 km/h).
surface).
a mirror reflects a light ahead of your vehi-
z It is bright ahead of your vehicle.
• The number of occupants and luggage load.
cle.
z An exterior light of a vehicle in front or
oncoming vehicle is illuminating.
5-96
Features and controls
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
2. Press the AHB switch more than 15 times
NOTE
Welcome light (if so equipped)
within 5 seconds after the ignition switch
• When lights of the vehicle in front or head-
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is turned back to the “ON” position or the
lights of an oncoming vehicle blend into the
operation mode is turned back to ON.
other lights.
This function turns on the front side-marker
• The rear end of a vehicle in front (such as a
and parking lights for approximately 30 sec-
container truck) reflect a strong light.
System problem warning
onds after the UNLOCK button on the key is
• Your vehicle’s headlight is broken or dirty.
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pressed when the combination headlights and
• Your vehicle is inclined due to a flat tire or
If a failure is detected in the system, the AHB
dimmer switch is in the “OFF” or “AUTO”
5
towing.
warning light (yellow) will illuminate and the
position*. On vehicles equipped with the
• The AHB warning light (yellow) illumi-
AHB will automatically be turned off.
automatic light control, the welcome light
nates.
If the warning light remains even after the
function will operate only when it is dark out-
(Refer to
“System problem warning” on
ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” posi-
side the vehicle.
page 5-97.)
tion and then turned back to the “ON” posi-
z
Observe the precautions below to maintain
tion or the operation mode is put in OFF and
*:
Whether or not your vehicle is equipped
good usage conditions:
then turned back to ON, please contact
an
with “OFF” or “AUTO” position on the
• Do not attempt to disassemble the sensor.
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
combination headlights and dimmer
• Do not affix a sticker or label on the wind-
switch depends on the vehicle specifica-
shield near the sensor.
tions.
• Avoid overload.
• Do not modify your vehicle.
• When the windshield is replaced, use the
NOTE
Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts.
z
While the welcome light function is operat-
ing, perform one of the following operations
Yellow
To adjust the sensitivity of the sensor
to cancel the function.
• Press the LOCK button on the key.
The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporar-
• Turn the combination headlights and dim-
ily lowering in the following ways.
mer switch to the “
” or “
” position.
1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and the
• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
ignition switch is turned to the
“OFF”
tion or put the operation mode in ON.
position or the operation mode is put in
z
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
OFF.
• The headlights can be set to come on in the
low beam setting.
Features and controls
5-97
Turn signal lever
3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition
NOTE
NOTE
switch to the “OFF” position or putting
• The welcome light function can be deacti-
z
While the coming home light function is
the operation mode in OFF, pull the turn
vated.
operating, perform one of the following
signal lever toward you.
For details, consult an authorized Mitsubishi
operations to cancel the function.
Motors dealer.
• Pull the turn signal lever toward you.
• Turn the combination headlights and dim-
mer switch to the “
” or “
” position.
Coming home light (if so equipped)
5
• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
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tion or put the operation mode in ON.
This function turns on the headlights in the
z
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
low beam setting for approximately 30 sec-
• The time that the headlights remain on can
onds after the ignition switch is turned to the
be changed.
“OFF” position or the operation mode is put
• The coming home light function can be
deactivated.
in OFF.
For details, consult an authorized Mitsubishi
4. The headlights will come on in the low
1. Turn the combination headlights and dim-
Motors dealer.
beam setting for approximately 30 sec-
mer switch to the
“OFF” or “AUTO”
onds. After the headlights go off, the
position*.
headlights can be turned on again in the
Turn signal lever
low beam setting for approximately
*: Whether or not your vehicle is equipped
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30 seconds by pulling the turn signal lever
with “OFF” or “AUTO” position on the
toward you within 60 seconds of turning
When changing lanes, or to making a gradual
combination headlights and dimmer
the ignition switch to the “OFF” position
turn, hold the lever in the “lane change” posi-
switch depends on the vehicle specifica-
or putting the operation mode in OFF.
tion (1). It will return to the neutral position
tions.
To turn on the headlights again after 60
when you let go. Use the full position (2)
seconds of turning the ignition switch to
when making a normal turn. The lever will
2. Turn the ignition switch to the
“OFF”
the “OFF” position or putting the opera-
return to the neutral position when the turn is
position or put the operation mode in
tion mode in OFF, repeat the process from
complete. There may be times when the lever
OFF. Also, if a key was used to start the
step 1.
does not return to the neutral position. This
engine, remove the key from the ignition
usually happens when the steering wheel is
switch.
turned only slightly. You can easily return the
lever by hand.
5-98
Features and controls
Hazard warning flasher switch
Also, when you move the lever to (1) slightly
NOTE
NOTE
then release it, the turn signal lights and the
• Adjust the time required to operate the
z If the flashers are used for several hours, the
indicator light in the instrument cluster will
lever for the 3-flash function.
battery will run down. This could make it
flash three times.
• Changing of the tone of a sounding buzzer
difficult or impossible to restart your vehicle.
as the turn signal lights flash.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
Front fog light switch (if so
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equipped)
Hazard warning flasher
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switch
The front fog lights illuminate only when the
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headlights are on low beam.
Turning the knob in the direction of the “ON”
position turns on the front fog lights as well
as the indicator in the instrument cluster. To
turn them off, turn the knob in the direction of
NOTE
the “OFF” position.
z
A light in the
instrument panel flashes to
The knob will return to the neutral position
show when the turn signal lights are working
when it is released.
properly.
If this light flashes faster than usual, check
for a burned out turn signal light bulb or mal-
functioning connection in the signal.
If the panel light does not come on when the
If you press the flasher switch, the turn sig-
lever is moved, check for a blown fuse or a
nals will flash intermittently, and so will the
burned out bulb in the panel.
hazard warning lights. This is an emergency
Have the system inspected by your autho-
warning system and should not be used when
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
the vehicle is in motion, except for emergen-
facility of your choice.
cies.
z
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
If you need to leave your vehicle, the flashers
• Deactivate the turn signal light
3-flash
will keep working after the ignition switch is
function for lane changes.
removed or the operation mode is put in OFF.
Features and controls
5-99
Wiper and washer switch
NOTE
Windshield wipers
To adjust intermittent intervals
z
If the headlights are switched to high beam,
With the lever in the “INT” (speed sensitive
the front fog lights will go out; they will illu-
The windshield wiper can be operated with
intermittent operation) position, the intermit-
minate again when the headlights are
the ignition switch or the operation mode is in
switched back to low beam.
tent intervals can be adjusted by turning the
ON or ACC.
z
If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF” (if
knob (A).
If the blades are frozen to the windshield, do
so equipped) or “
” position while the
not operate the wipers until the ice has melted
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front fog lights are illuminated, they will
and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper
automatically turn off. They can be turned
motor may be damaged.
back on again by rotating the combination
headlights and dimmer switch back to “
position, and turning the knob in the direc-
Except for vehicles with rain sen-
tion of the “ON” position.
sor
z
Do not use fog lights except in conditions of
fog, otherwise excessive light glare may
temporarily blind oncoming vehicle drivers.
1- Fast
Wiper and washer switch
2- Slow
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CAUTION
NOTE
z If the washer is used in cold weather, the
z The speed-sensitive-operation function of
washer fluid sprayed against the glass may
the windshield wipers can be deactivated.
freeze, which may hinder visibility. Warm
For further information, please contact your
the glass with the defroster before using the
MIST- Misting function
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
washer.
The wipers will operate once.
repair facility of your choice.
OFF- Off
INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive)
LO- Slow
HI- Fast
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Features and controls
Wiper and washer switch
Misting function
Vehicles with rain sensor
Rain sensor
The misting function can be used when the
Can only be used when the ignition switch or
ignition switch or the operation mode is in
the operation mode is in ON.
ON or ACC.
If the lever is put in the “AUTO” position, the
The wipers will operate once if the wiper
rain sensor (A) will detect the extent of rain
lever is raised to the “MIST” position and
(or snow, other moisture, dust, etc.) and the
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released. This operation is useful when it is
wipers will operate automatically.
drizzling, etc. The wipers will continue to
Keep the lever in the “OFF” position if the
operate while the lever is held in the “MIST”
windshield is dirty and the weather is dry.
position.
Wiper operation under these conditions can
scratch the windshield and damage the wip-
MIST-
Misting function
ers.
The wipers will operate once.
OFF-
Off
AUTO-
Auto-wiper control
Rain sensor
The wipers will automatically
operate depending on the degree of
wetness on the windshield.
LO-
Slow
HI-
Fast
CAUTION
z With the ignition switch or the operation
mode in ON and the lever in the “AUTO”
position, the wipers may automatically oper-
ate in the situations described below.
Features and controls
5-101
Wiper and washer switch
CAUTION
NOTE
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor
• When cleaning the outside surface of the
z
In the following cases, the rain sensor may
With the lever in the “AUTO” position, it is
windshield, if you touch the rain sensor.
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked
possible to adjust the sensitivity of the rain
• When cleaning the outside surface of the
at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or
windshield, if you wipe with a cloth the rain
a repair facility of your choice.
sensor by turning the knob (B).
sensor.
• When the wipers operate at a constant inter-
• When using an automatic car wash.
val despite changes in the extent of rain.
• A physical shock is applied to the wind-
• When the wipers do not operate even
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shield or the rain sensor.
though it is raining.
z
The wipers may automatically operate when
If your hands get trapped, you could suffer
things such as insects or foreign objects are
injuries or the wipers could malfunction. Be
affixed to the windshield on top of the rain
sure to turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”
sensor or when the windshield is frozen.
position or put the operation mode in OFF, or
Objects affixed to the windshield will stop
move the lever to the “OFF” position to deac-
the wipers when the wipers cannot remove
tivate the rain sensor.
them. To operate the wipers again, move the
lever to the “LO” or “HI” position.
Also, the wipers may operate automatically
“+”- Higher sensitivity to rain
NOTE
due to strong direct sunlight or electromag-
“-”-
Lower sensitivity to rain
z To protect the rubber parts of the wipers, this
netic wave. To stop the wipers, move the
operation of the wipers does not take place
lever to the “OFF” position.
even if the lever is put in the “AUTO” posi-
z
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
NOTE
tion when the vehicle is stationary and the
dealer or a repair facility of your choice
z Automatic wiper operation (rain sensitive)
ambient temperature is approximately 32 °F
when replacing the windshield glass.
can be changed to intermittent operation,
(0 °C) or lower.
either vehicle speed sensitive or not vehicle
z Do not cover the sensor by affixing a sticker
speed sensitive.
or label to the windshield. Also, do not put
For further information, please contact your
any water-repellent coating on the wind-
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
shield. The rain sensor would not be able to
repair facility of your choice.
detect the extent of rain, and the wipers
might stop working normally.
5-102
Features and controls
Wiper and washer switch
The wipers will operate once if the lever is
Misting function
Windshield washer
moved to the “AUTO” position and the knob
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Move the lever in the direction of the arrow
(C) is turned in the “+” direction when the
To turn on the windshield washer, pull the
and release, to operate the wipers once.
ignition switch or the operation mode is in
lever toward you with the ignition switch or
ON.
the operation mode is in ON or ACC.
Use this function when you are driving in
The wipers will wipe automatically several
mist or drizzle.
times when the washer fluid is sprayed.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is
To turn off the spray, release the lever.
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raised to the “MIST” position and released
when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in ON or ACC. The wipers will con-
tinue to operate while the lever is held in the
“MIST” position.
Features and controls
5-103
Wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer
NOTE
NOTE
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z
On vehicles with CVT, to ensure a clear rear-
z
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is
The rear window wiper and washer can be
ward view, the wiper perform several contin-
dry. This could scratch the glass and wear the
operated when the ignition switch or the
uous operations when the reverse gear is
wiper blades prematurely.
operation mode is in ON or ACC.
engaged and the switch is in the “INT” posi-
z
Before using the wipers in cold weather,
tion.
check to be sure that the wiper blades are not
Turn the knob to operate the rear
window
Following this continuous operation, the
frozen to the windshield or rear window.
wiper will automatically switch to intermit-
Using the wipers while the blades are frozen
wiper.
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tent operation.
could cause the wiper motor to burn out.
z
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
z
If the moving wipers become blocked part-
• Adjustment of the interval for intermittent
way through a sweep by ice or other deposits
operation.
on the glass, the wipers may temporarily stop
• Changing intermittent wiper operation to
operating to prevent the motor from over-
continuous wiper operation.
heating. In this case, park the vehicle in a
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
safe place, turn the ignition switch to the
dealer for details.
“OFF” position or put the operation mode in
z
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the
OFF, and then remove the ice or other depos-
engine compartment.
its.
Check the fluid level regularly and refill if
Because the wipers will start operating again
necessary. (Refer to “Washer fluid” on page
after the wiper motor cools down, check that
9-10.)
the wipers operate before using them.
OFF-
Off
z
Avoid using the washer for more than 20 sec-
INT-
The wiper operates continuously for
onds at a time. Do not operate the washer
several seconds then operates inter-
when the washer fluid reservoir is empty or
Precautions to observe when
mittently at intervals of about 8 sec-
the pump may fail.
onds.
using wipers and washers
z
During cold weather, add a recommended
-
Washer fluid will be sprayed onto
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washer solution that will not freeze in the
the rear window glass while the
washer fluid reservoir. Otherwise the washer
knob is turned fully in either direc-
CAUTION
may not work or may be damaged.
tion.
z If the washer is used in cold weather, washer
z
Replace the wiper blades when they are
fluid sprayed onto the glass might freeze,
worn. Use the proper size replacement
When the washer fluid is sprayed,
blocking your view. Heat the glass with the
blades. For further information, please con-
the wiper will automatically operate
defroster before using the washer.
tact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
2 or 3 times.
dealer.
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Features and controls
Electric rear window defogger switch
Electric rear window defog-
CAUTION
z
The rear window defogger is not designed to
ger switch
melt snow. Remove any snow manually
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before using the rear window defogger.
The rear window defogger can be used when
z
Use the rear window defogger only after the
the engine is running.
engine has started and is running. Be sure to
The indicator light (A) will come on when
turn the defogger switch off immediately
you press the electric rear window defogger
after the window is clear to save on battery
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power.
switch. Electric current will flow through the
z
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items
heating wires on the rear window to help
that are attached with adhesive over the grid
clear away moisture or frost.
wires on the rear window.
z
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a
soft cloth and wipe lightly over the grid
Link System
wires.
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The Link System takes control of the devices
connected via the USB input terminal or the
NOTE
Bluetooth®; the system allows the connected
z
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mir-
devices to be operated by using the switches
rors, mist can also be removed from the out-
in the vehicle or voice commands
(if so
side rearview mirrors when the rear window
equipped).
defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to “Door
mirror heater” on page 5-38.)
For details on how to operate, refer to “USB
input terminal” on page 5-106 and the sepa-
After about 20 minutes of operation, the sys-
rate owner’s manual.
tem will shut off automatically.
Horn switch
To switch the defogger OFF before 20 min-
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of
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utes have passed, press the switch again. The
BLUETOOTH SIG, INC.
indicator light will go out and the defogger
To honk the horn, press around the “
” mark
will turn off.
on the steering wheel.
If you need the defogger for more than 20
minutes, press the switch again. This will add
20 more minutes.
Features and controls
5-105
USB input terminal
USB input terminal
How to connect a USB memory
NOTE
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device
z Do not connect the USB memory device to
the USB input terminal directly.
You can connect your USB memory device,
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The USB memory device may be damaged.
iPod* or smartphone to play music files
stored in the connected device.
To connect
3. To disconnect the USB connector cable,
*: “iPod” is a registered trademark of Apple
1. Connect a commercially available USB
perform the installation steps in reverse.
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Inc. in the United States and other countries.
connector cable (A) to the USB memory
device (B).
How to connect an iPod or
This section explains how to connect and
remove a USB memory device, iPod or
smartphone
smartphone.
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Refer to the separate owner’s manual for
details on the types of connectable devices
To connect
and supported files, and how to play music
files.
1. Connect the connector cable to the iPod or
the USB connector cable to the smart-
phone.
WARNING
z Do not connect/disconnect the USB mem-
NOTE
ory device, iPod or smartphone while
2. Open the cover (C) and connect the oppo-
z When you connect the iPod, use a genuine
driving.
This can be dangerous.
site end of the USB connector cable.
connector cable from Apple Inc.
Be sure to do this before driving.
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Features and controls
Sun visors
2. Open the cover (A) and connect the oppo-
Sun visors
Vanity mirror
site end of the connector cable or the USB
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connector cable.
A vanity mirror is fitted to the back of the sun
Pull the sun visor downward (1) to reduce
visor.
front glare while driving. To reduce side
glare, turn the visor to the side (2).
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3. To disconnect the connector cable or the
USB connector cable, perform the instal-
lation steps in reverse.
Features and controls
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