Mitsubishi Outlander (2022 year). Manual in english

and then push the scroll dial. Use the scroll

dial to select

“Driver Assistance.” Then

push the scroll dial.

2. Select

“Emergency Brake” and push the

scroll dial.

3. Select “Front” and use the scroll dial to turn

the system on or off.

When the PFCW system is turned off, the FCM

system OFF warning light (orange)

illumi-

nates.

NOTE:

. The PFCW system will be automatically

turned on when the engine is restarted.

. The PFCW system is integrated into the

FCM system. There is not a separate

selection in the display for the PFCW

system. When the FCM system is turned

off, the PFCW system is also turned off.

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FCM system OFF warning light (on the meter

TURNING THE PFCW SYS-

panel)

Steering wheel remote control switches

(left

TEM ON/OFF

side)

Perform the following steps to turn the PFCW

Multi-information display

system on or off.

1. Press the

button until “Settings”

appears in the multi-information display

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— Snow or road spray from travel-

ling vehicles.

— Driving in a tunnel

— Towing a trailer

(Illustration B) When the vehicle ahead is

being towed.

(Illustration C) When the distance to the

vehicle ahead is too close, the beam of the

radar sensor is obstructed.

(Illustration D) When driving on a steep

downhill slope or roads with sharp curves.

The system is designed to automatically

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check the sensor’s functionality, within

Illustration D

certain limitations. The system may not

detect some forms of obstruction of the

PFCW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

— Oncoming vehicles

sensor area such as ice, snow, stickers, for

example. In these cases, the system may

— Crossing vehicles

not be able to warn the driver properly. Be

WARNING

(Illustration A) The PFCW

system does

sure that you check, clean and clear the

not function when a vehicle ahead is a

sensor area regularly.

Listed below are the system limitations for the

narrow vehicle, such as a motorcycle.

PFCW system. Failure to operate the vehicle in

Excessive noise will interfere with the

accordance with these system limitations could

The radar sensor may not detect a vehicle

warning chime sound, and the chime may

result in serious injury or death.

ahead in the following conditions:

not be heard.

— Snow or heavy rain

. The PFCW system cannot detect all

vehicles under all conditions.

— Dirt, ice, snow or other material

. The radar sensor does not detect the

covering the radar sensor

following objects:

— Interference by other radar

— Pedestrians, animals or obstacles

sources

in the roadway

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Condition B

Under the following conditions, making it

impossible to detect a vehicle ahead, the PFCW

system is automatically turned off.

The FCM system OFF warning light (orange)

will illuminate and the “Forward Driving Aids

temporarily disabled Front Sensor blocked”

warning message will appear in the multi-

information display.

. When the sensor area of the front of the

vehicle is covered with dirt or is obstructed

Action to take:

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If the FCM system warning light

(orange)

comes on, stop the vehicle in a safe place, push

When driving on some roads, such as winding,

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UN-

the park button to shift to the P (Park) position

hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads which are

and turn the engine off. Clean the radar cover on

AVAILABLE

under construction, the radar sensor may detect

the vehicle front area with a soft cloth, and

vehicles in a different lane, or may temporarily

Condition A

restart the engine. If the warning light continues

not detect a vehicle traveling ahead. This may

to illuminate, check that the cover of the sensor

When the radar sensor picks up interference

cause the PFCW system to work inappropri-

is not covered by dirt, snow or ice. If the

from another radar source, making it impossible

ately.

warning light is still illuminated, have the

to detect a vehicle ahead, the PFCW system is

The detection of vehicles may also be affected

PFCW system checked. It is recommended

automatically turned off. The FCM system OFF

by vehicle operation

(steering maneuver or

you visit an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

warning light (orange) will illuminate.

traveling position in the lane, etc.) or vehicle

dealer for this service.

Action to take:

condition. If this occurs, the system may warn

. When driving on roads with limited road

you by blinking the vehicle ahead detection

When the above conditions no longer exist, the

structures or buildings (for example, long

indicator and sounding the chime unexpect-

PFCW system will resume automatically.

bridges, deserts, snow fields, driving next to

edly. You will have to manually control the

long walls)

proper distance away from the vehicle

traveling ahead.

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Action to take:

. Do not attach metallic objects near the

sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This could

When the above conditions no longer exist, the

cause failure or malfunction.

PFCW system will resume automatically.

. Do not alter, remove or paint the front

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

bumper. It is recommended you contact an

If the PFCW system malfunctions, it will be

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer before

turned off automatically, a chime will sound, the

customizing or restoring the front bumper.

FCM system warning light

(orange) will

Radio frequency statement

illuminate and the warning message "Malfunc-

tion" will appear in the multi-information

For USA

display.

Type approval number:

Action to take:

FCC ID: NF3-FR5CPEC

If the warning light (orange) illuminates, stop

User Manual statement according to §15.19:

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the vehicle in a safe location. Turn the engine

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

off and restart the engine. If the warning light

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Rules.

continues to illuminate, have the PFCW system

checked. It is recommended you visit an

The radar sensor is located on the front of the

Operation is subject to the following two

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this

vehicle.

conditions:

service.

To keep the system operating properly, be sure

1. this device may not cause harmful inter-

to observe the following:

ference, and

. Always keep the sensor area on the vehicle

2. this device must accept any interference

front area clean.

received, including interference that may

. Do not strike or damage the areas around

cause undesired operation.

the sensor.

User Manual statement according to §15.21:

. Do not cover or attach stickers or similar

Changes or modifications made to this equip-

objects on the vehicle front area near the

ment not expressly approved by Robert BOSCH

sensor area. This could cause failure or

GmbH may void the FCC authorization to

malfunction.

operate this equipment.

User Manual statement according to §15.105:

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Starting and driving

DRIVER ATTENTION ALERT (DAA)

This equipment has been tested and found to

IC: 3387A-FR5CPEC

comply with the limits for a Class A digital

Legal warning for RF equipment:

WARNING

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

This device complies with Industry Canada

These limits are designed to provide reasonable

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is

protection against harmful interference when

for proper use of the DAA system could result

subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

the equipment is operated in a commercial

in serious injury or death.

device may not cause interference, and (2) this

environment. This equipment generates, uses,

device must accept any interference, including

The DAA system is only a warning to

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if

inform the driver of a potential lack of

interference that may cause undesired operation

not installed and used in accordance with the

driver attention or drowsiness. It will not

of the device.

instruction manual, may cause harmful inter-

steer the vehicle or prevent loss of control.

ference to radio communications. Operation of

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR

The DAA system does not detect and

this equipment in a residential area is likely to

d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils

provide an alert of the driver’s lack of

cause harmful interference in which case the

radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est

attention or fatigue in every situation.

user will be required to correct the interference

autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:

(1)

It is the driver’s responsibility to:

at his own expense.

l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout

— stay alert.

RF Exposure Information according

brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le

— drive safely.

2.1091/2.1093/OET bulletin 65:

brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre

Radio frequency radiation exposure informa-

— keep the vehicle in the traveling

le fonctionnement.

tion:

lane.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation

— be in control of the vehicle at all

exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

times.

environment. This equipment should be in-

— avoid driving when tired.

stalled and operated with minimum distance of

20 cm between the radiator and your body.

— avoid distractions (texting, etc).

The transmitter must not be co-located or

operating in conjunction with any other antenna

The DAA system helps alert the driver if the

or transmitter.

system detects a lack of attention or driving

fatigue.

For Canada

The system monitors driving style and steering

Type approval number:

behavior over a period of time, and it detects

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changes from the normal pattern. If the system

detects that driver attention is decreasing over a

period of time, the system uses audible and

visual warnings to suggest that the driver take a

break.

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DAA SYSTEM OPERATION

If the system detects driver fatigue or that driver

attention is decreasing, the message

“Take a

break?” appears in the multi-information dis-

play and a chime sounds when the vehicle is

driven at speeds above 37 MPH (60 km/h).

The system continuously monitors driver atten-

tion and can provide multiple warnings per trip.

The system resets and starts reassessing driving

style and steering behavior when the ignition

switch is cycled from the ON to the OFF

position and back to the ON position.

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Use the scroll dial to select

“Driver

Assistance.” Then push the scroll dial.

2. Select

“Driver Attention Alert” and push

the scroll dial to turn the system on or off.

NOTE:

The setting will be retained even if the engine

is restarted.

DAA SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations for the

DAA system. Failure to operate the vehicle in

accordance with these system limitations could

result in serious injury or death.

. The DAA system may not operate properly

and may not provide an alert in the

following conditions:

— Poor road conditions such as an

uneven road surface or pot holes.

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— Strong side wind.

Steering wheel remote control

switches

(left

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE

— If you have adopted a sporty

side)

driving style with higher corner-

Multi-information display

THE DAA SYSTEM

ing speeds or higher rates of

Perform the following steps to enable or disable

acceleration.

the DAA system.

— Frequent lane changes or changes

1. Press the

button until “Settings”

to vehicle speed.

displays in the multi-information display

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REAR AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY

BRAKING (Rear AEB)

. The DAA system will not provide an alert

in the following conditions:

WARNING

— Vehicle speeds lower than

Failure to follow the warnings and instructions

MPH (60 km/h).

for proper use of the Rear AEB system could

— Short lapses of attention.

result in serious injury or death.

— Instantaneous distractions such

. The Rear AEB system is a supplemental

as dropping an object.

aid to the driver. It is not a replacement for

proper driving procedures. Always use the

side and rear mirrors and turn and look in

System malfunction

the direction you will move before and

while backing up. Never rely solely on the

If the DAA system malfunctions, the “Driver

Rear AEB system. It is the driver’s

Attention Alert Malfunction” warning message

responsibility to stay alert, drive safely,

will appear in the multi-information display and

and be in control of the vehicle at all times.

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the function will be stopped automatically.

. There is a limitation to the Rear AEB

The Rear AEB system detects obstacles behind

Action to take

system capability. The Rear AEB system is

the vehicle using the

rear parking sensor

not effective in all situations.

Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place the

located on the rear bumper.

vehicle in P (Park) position, turn the engine off

NOTE:

The Rear AEB system can assist the driver

and restart the engine. If the system warning

when the vehicle is backing up and approaching

You can temporarily cancel the parking

message continues to appear, have the system

checked. It is recommended that you visit an

objects directly behind the vehicle.

sensor function in the vehicle, but the Rear

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this

AEB system will continue to operate. For

additional information, see

“Rear parking

service.

sensor system” (P.5-169).

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If a risk of a collision with an obstacle is

detected when your vehicle is backing up, the

Rear AEB system warning indicator

will

flash in the multi-information display and the

system will chime three times. The system will

then automatically apply the brakes. After the

automatic brake application, the driver must

depress the brake pedal to maintain brake

pressure.

NOTE:

. The stop lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the Rear

AEB system.

. When the brakes operate, a noise may be

heard. This is not a malfunction.

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Rear AEB system OFF warning light

REAR AEB SYSTEM OPERA-

Rear AEB system warning indicator

TION

Multi-information display

When the shift lever is in the R

(Reverse)

Steering wheel remote control switches

(left

side)

position and the vehicle speed is less than

approximately 9 MPH (15 km/h), the Rear AEB

system operates.

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and then push the scroll dial. Use the scroll

dial to select

“Driver Assistance.” Then

push the scroll dial.

2. Select

“Emergency Brake” and push the

scroll dial.

3. To set the Rear AEB system to on or off,

use the scroll dial to check the box for

“Rear”.

When the Rear AEB system is turned off, the

Rear AEB system OFF warning light

illuminates.

NOTE:

The Rear AEB system will be automatically

turned on when the engine is restarted.

REAR AEB SYSTEM LIMITA-

TIONS

WARNING

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Listed below are the system limitations for the

Rear AEB system. Failure to follow the

Rear AEB system OFF warning light

TURNING THE REAR AEB

warnings and instructions for proper use of

Multi-information display

the Rear AEB system could result in serious

SYSTEM ON/OFF

injury or death.

Steering wheel remote control switches

(left

side)

Perform the following steps to turn the Rear

. When the vehicle approaches an obstacle

AEB system ON or OFF.

while the accelerator or brake pedal is

1. Press the

button until “Settings”

depressed, the function may not operate or

the start of the operation may be delayed.

appears in the multi-information display

The Rear AEB system may not operate or

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may not perform sufficiently due to vehicle

The Rear AEB system may not operate for

— There is a structure (e.g., a wall,

conditions, driving conditions, the traffic

pedestrians or animals.

toll gate equipment, a narrow

environment, the weather, road surface

The Rear AEB system may not operate for

tunnel, a parking lot gate) near

conditions, etc. Do not wait for the system

the following obstacles:

the side of the vehicle.

to operate. Operate the brake pedal by

yourself as soon as necessary.

— Obstacles located high off the

— There are bumps, protrusions, or

ground

manhole covers on the road sur-

If it is necessary to override Rear AEB

operation, strongly press the accelerator

face.

— Obstacles in a position offset from

pedal.

your vehicle

— The vehicle drives through a

Always check your surroundings and turn

draped flag or a curtain.

— Obstacles, such as spongy materi-

to check what is behind you before and

als or snow, that have soft outer

— The vehicle is driving on a steep

while backing up. The Rear AEB system

detects stationary objects behind the vehi-

surfaces and can easily absorb a

hill.

cle. The Rear AEB system does not detect

sound wave

— There is an accumulation of snow

the following objects:

The Rear AEB system may not operate in

or ice behind the vehicle.

— Moving objects

the following conditions:

— An ultrasonic wave source, such

— Low objects

— There is rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.,

as another vehicle’s parking sen-

attached to the parking sensors.

— Narrow objects

sor, is near the vehicle.

— A loud sound is heard in the area

— Wedge-shaped objects

Once the automatic brake control oper-

around the vehicle.

ates, it does not operate again if the vehicle

— Complex-shaped objects

— The surface of the obstacle is

approaches the same obstacle.

— Multiple object in close

diagonal to the rear of the vehicle.

The automatic brake control can only

operate for a short period of time. There-

— Objects close to the bumper (less

— The parking sensors or the area

fore, the driver must depress the brake

than approximately 1 ft [30 cm])

around them are extremely hot or

pedal.

cold.

— Objects that suddenly appear

In the following situations, the Rear AEB

The Rear AEB system may unintentionally

system may not operate properly or may

— Thin objects such as rope, wire,

operate in the following conditions:

not function sufficiently:

chain, etc.

— There is overgrown grass in the

— The vehicle is driven in bad

area around the vehicle.

weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

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NOTE:

— The vehicle is driven on a steep

— The vehicle is on the chassis

If the Rear AEB system cannot be operated

hill.

dynamometer.

temporarily, the Rear AEB system warning

— The vehicle’s posture is changed

— The vehicle drives on an uneven

light blinks.

(e.g., when driving over a bump).

road surface.

— The vehicle is driven on a slippery

— Suspension parts other than those

road.

designated as genuine parts are

used. (If the vehicle height or the

— The vehicle is turned sharply by

vehicle body inclination is chan-

turning the steering wheel fully.

ged, the system may not detect an

— Snow chains are used.

obstacle correctly.)

— Wheels or tires other than

. Excessive noise (e.g., audio system volume,

Mitsubishi Motors recommended

an open vehicle window) will interfere with

are used.

the chime sound, and it may not be heard.

— The brakes are cold at low

ambient temperatures or immedi-

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

ately after driving has started.

If the Rear AEB system malfunctions, it will be

turned off automatically, the Rear AEB system

— The braking force becomes poor

warning light will illuminate, and the

“Mal-

due to wet brakes after driving

through a puddle or washing the

sage will appear in the multi-information

vehicle.

display.

Turn the Rear AEB system off in the

following conditions to prevent the occur-

Action to take

rence of an unexpected accident resulting

If the warning light illuminates, park the vehicle

from sudden system operation:

in a safe location, turn the engine off, and restart

— The vehicle is towed.

the engine. If the warning light continues to

— The vehicle is carried on a flatbed

illuminate, have the Rear AEB system checked.

truck.

It is recommended that you visit an authorized

Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service.

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BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

parking sensors.

Do not subject the area around the rear

CAUTION

parking sensor to strong impact. Also, do

not remove or disassemble the rear parking

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow

sensor. If the rear parking sensor and

these recommendations to obtain maximum

peripheral areas are deformed in an acci-

engine performance and ensure the future

dent, etc., have the sensors checked. It is

reliability and economy of your new vehicle.

Failure to follow these recommendations may

recommended that you visit an authorized

result in shortened engine life and reduced

Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service.

engine performance.

Do not attach stickers (including transparent

stickers), accessories or apply additional

Avoid driving for long periods at constant

paint on the rear parking sensor and their

speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the

surrounding areas. This may cause a mal-

engine over 4,000 rpm.

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function or improper operation.

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.

When washing the vehicle using a high-

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Avoid quick starts.

pressure washer, do not apply direct washer

Observe the following items to ensure proper

pressure on the parking sensors. This may

Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

operation of the system:

cause a malfunction of the parking sensors.

Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles

(800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts

. Always keep the rear parking sensor

could be damaged.

clean.

. If the rear parking sensors are dirty, wipe

them off with a soft cloth while being

careful to not damage them.

. The parking sensors may be blocked by

temporary ambient conditions such as

splashing water, mist or fog. The blocked

condition may also be caused by objects

such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the

parking sensors. Check for and remove

objects obstructing the area around the

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FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS

Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient Driving

Drive at economical speeds and distances.

through the toll and avoid stopping and

Tips to help you achieve the most fuel economy

. Observing the speed limit and not

starting.

from your vehicle.

exceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h) (where

Winter warm up.

Use smooth accelerator and brake pedal

legally allowed) can improve fuel effi-

. Limit idling time to minimize impact to

application.

ciency due to reduced aerodynamic drag.

fuel economy.

. Avoid rapid starts and stops.

. Maintaining a safe following distance

. Vehicles typically need no more than 30

. Use smooth, gentle accelerator and brake

behind other vehicles reduces unneces-

seconds of idling at start-up to effec-

application whenever possible.

sary braking.

tively circulate the engine oil before

. Maintain constant speed while commut-

. Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate

driving.

ing and coast whenever possible.

changes in speed permits reduced brak-

. Your vehicle will reach its ideal operat-

ing and smooth acceleration changes.

Maintain constant speed.

ing temperature more quickly while

. Select a gear range suitable to road

driving versus idling.

. Look ahead to try and anticipate and

conditions.

minimize stops.

10. Keeping your vehicle cool.

. Synchronizing your speed with traffic

Use cruise control.

Park your vehicle in a covered parking

lights allows you to reduce your number

. Using cruise control during highway

area or in the shade whenever possible.

of stops.

driving helps maintain a steady speed.

When entering a hot vehicle, opening the

. Maintaining a steady speed can minimize

. Cruise control is particularly effective in

windows will help to reduce the inside

red light stops and improve fuel effi-

providing fuel savings when driving on

temperature faster, resulting in reduced

ciency.

flat terrains.

demand on your A/C system.

Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher vehicle

Plan for the shortest route.

speeds.

. Utilize a map or navigation system to

. Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more

determine the best route to save time.

efficient to open windows to cool the

Avoid idling.

vehicle due to reduced engine load.

. Shutting off your engine when safe for

. Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more

stops exceeding

30-60

seconds saves

efficient to use A/C to cool the vehicle

fuel and reduces emissions.

due to increased aerodynamic drag.

Buy an automated pass for toll roads.

. Recirculating the cool air in the cabin

. Automated passes permit drivers to use

when the A/C is on reduces cooling load.

special lanes to maintain cruising speed

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INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

S-AWC(Super-All Wheel Control) (if so equipped)

Keep your engine tuned up.

S-AWC is an integrated vehicle dynamics

operating, especially GRAVEL, SNOW and

Follow the recommended scheduled main-

control system that helps enhance driving

MUD mode, you may feel a vibration or hear

tenance.

performance, cornering performance, and vehi-

a noise from a underfloor. This is normal and

cle stability over a wide range of driving

indicates that the electronically controlled AWC

Keep the tires inflated to the correct

conditions through integrated management of

is operating properly.

pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire

wear and lowers fuel economy.

the electronically controlled AWC, the AYC

ACTIVE YAW CONTROL

(Active Yaw Control), the ABS and the ASC.

Keep the wheels in correct alignment.

(AYC)

Improper alignment increases tire wear

and lowers fuel economy.

See “Chassis control” (P.5-160).

CAUTION

Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.

S-AWC OPERATION DISPLAY

(See “Engine oil and oil filter recommenda-

Do not over-rely on the S-AWC. Even the S-

The S-AWC operation status can be displayed

tion” (P.10-5).)

AWC cannot prevent the natural laws of

on the information screen in the multi-informa-

physics from acting on the vehicle. This system,

like any other system, has limits and cannot

tion display.

help you to maintain traction and control of

To display the status, change the information

the vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless

screen.

driving can lead to accidents. It is the driver’s

responsibility to drive carefully. This means

(See “How to use the multi-information dis-

taking into account the traffic, road and

play” (P.2-21).)

environmental conditions.

Display example

The S-AWC operation status is displayed.

ELECTRONICALLY CON-

TROLLED AWC

The electronically controlled AWC is a system

that improves acceleration performance and

stability performance by controlling front-rear

distribution of driving torque with operating the

electronic control coupling arranged in the rear

differential assembly.

When the electronically controlled AWC is

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PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS

. Make sure the shift lever cannot be moved

without depressing the foot brake pedal.

Firmly apply the parking brake.

Push the park button to shift to the P (Park)

position.

To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into

the street when parked on a sloping drive

way, it is a good practice to turn the wheels

as illustrated.

. HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:

Turn the wheels into the curb and move

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the vehicle forward until the curb side

wheel gently touches the curb.

To help avoid risk of injury or death

. HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB:

WARNING

through unintended operation of the vehi-

Turn the wheels away from the curb and

cle and/or its systems, do not leave

move the vehicle back until the curb side

Do not stop or park the vehicle over

children, people who require the assistance

wheel gently touches the curb.

flammable materials such as dry grass,

of others or pets unattended in your

vehicle. Additionally, the temperature in-

. HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL,

waste paper or rags. They may ignite and

cause a fire.

side a closed vehicle on a warm day can

NO CURB:

quickly become high enough to cause a

Never leave the engine running while the

Turn the wheels toward the side of the

significant risk of injury or death to people

vehicle is unattended.

road so the vehicle will move away from

and pets.

the center of the road if it moves.

Do not leave children unattended inside

Safe parking procedures require that both

the vehicle. They could unknowingly acti-

Place the ignition switch in the OFF

the parking brake be applied and the

vate switches or controls. Unattended

position.

transmission placed into P (Park). Failure

children could become involved in serious

to do so could cause the vehicle to move

accidents.

unexpectedly or roll away and result in an

accident.

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ELECTRIC POWER STEERING

BRAKE SYSTEM

is operated quickly. However, this is not a

BRAKING PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

malfunction.

The brake system has two separate hydraulic

If the electric power steering warning light

circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will

. If the engine is not running or is turned off

illuminates while the engine is running, it may

still have braking at two wheels.

while driving, the power assist for the

indicate the electric power steering is not

steering will not work. Steering will be

functioning properly and may need servicing.

Brake pedal

harder to operate.

Have the electric power steering checked. It is

Overuse of the brake can cause weakening,

. When the electric power steering warning

recommended that you visit an authorized

resulting in poor brake response and premature

light illuminates with the engine running,

Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service. (See

wear of the brake pads.

the power assist for the steering will cease

“Electric power steering warning light”

(P.2-

operation. You will still have control of the

When driving down a long or steep hill, use

16).)

vehicle but the steering will be harder to

engine braking by downshifting.

operate.

When the electric power steering warning light

illuminates with the engine running, the power

assist for the steering will cease operation. You

WARNING

The electric power steering is designed to

provide power assist while driving to operate

will still have control of the vehicle. However,

greater steering effort is needed, especially in

Do not leave any objects near the brake pedal

the steering wheel with light force.

or let a floor mat slide under it; doing so could

sharp turns and at low speeds.

When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly

prevent the full pedal stroke that would be

or continuously while parking or driving at a

The mode of the power steering will be changed

necessary in an emergency. Make sure that the

very low speed, the power assist for the steering

automatically in accordance with the vehicle’s

pedal can be operated freely at all times. Make

wheel will be reduced. This is to prevent

drive mode. (See “Drive Mode Selector” (P.5-

sure the floor mat is securely held in place.

overheating of the electric power steering and

28).)

protect it from getting damaged. While the

Vacuum assisted brakes

power assist is reduced, steering wheel opera-

The brake booster aids braking by using engine

tion will become heavy. When the temperature

vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the

of the electric power steering goes down, the

vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. How-

power assist level will return to normal. Avoid

ever, greater foot pressure on the brake pedal

repeating such steering wheel operations that

will be required to stop the vehicle and the

could cause the electric power steering to

stopping distance will be longer.

overheat.

You may hear a noise when the steering wheel

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BRAKE ASSIST

Using the brakes

Wet brakes

BRAKE ASSIST

Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal

When the vehicle is washed or driven through

When the force applied to the brake pedal

while driving. This will cause overheating of

water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your

exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is

the brakes, wearing out the brake pads faster

braking distance will be longer and the vehicle

activated generating greater braking force than a

and reduce gas mileage.

may pull to one side during braking.

conventional brake booster even with light

pedal force.

To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the

To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed

brakes from overheating, reduce speed and

while lightly tapping the brake pedal to heat-up

downshift to a lower gear before going down

the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to

WARNING

a slope or long grade. Overheated brakes may

normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high

reduce braking performance and could result in

speeds until the brakes function correctly.

The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist

loss of vehicle control.

braking operation and is not a collision

Parking brake break-in

warning or avoidance device. It is the driver’s

Break in the parking brake shoes whenever the

responsibility to stay alert, drive safely and be

WARNING

in control of the vehicle at all times.

stopping effect of the parking brake is wea-

kened or whenever the parking brake shoes and/

While driving on a slippery surface, be

or drums/rotors are replaced, in order to assure

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYS-

careful when braking, accelerating or

the best braking performance.

downshifting. Abrupt braking or acceler-

TEM (ABS)

ating could cause the wheels to skid and

This procedure is described in the vehicle

result in an accident.

service manual. It is recommended you visit

an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this

WARNING

If the engine is not running or is turned off

while driving, the power assist for the

service.

brakes will not work. Braking will be

. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a

harder.

sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent

accidents resulting from careless or dan-

gerous driving techniques. It can help

maintain vehicle control during braking

on slippery surfaces. Remember that stop-

ping distances on slippery surfaces will be

longer than on normal surfaces even with

ABS. Stopping distances may also be

longer on rough, gravel or snow covered

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roads, or if you are using tire chains.

Normal operation

Always maintain a safe distance from the

WARNING

The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH

vehicle in front of you. Ultimately, the

(5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies according to

driver is responsible for safety.

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may

road conditions.

. Tire type and condition may also affect

result in increased stopping distances.

braking effectiveness.

When the ABS senses that one or more wheels

are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly

— When replacing tires, install the

Self-test feature

applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This

specified size of tires on all four

The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric

action is similar to pumping the brakes very

wheels.

pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer.

quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake

— For detailed information, see

The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature

pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or

“Tires” (P.8-24) of this manual.

that tests the system each time you start the

feel a vibration from the actuator when it is

engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in

operating. This is normal and indicates that the

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls

forward or reverse. When the self-test occurs,

ABS is operating properly. However, the

the brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard

you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a

pulsation may indicate that road conditions are

braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.

pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and

hazardous and extra care

is required while

The system detects the rotation speed at each

does not indicate a malfunction. If the computer

driving.

wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to

senses a malfunction, it switches the ABS off

prevent each wheel from locking and sliding.

and illuminates the ABS warning light on the

By preventing each wheel from locking, the

instrument panel. The brake system then

system helps the driver maintain steering

operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-

control and helps to minimize swerving and

tance.

spinning on slippery surfaces.

If the ABS warning light illuminates during the

self-test or while driving, have the vehicle

Using the system

checked. It is recommended you visit an

Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this

Depress the brake pedal with firm steady

service.

pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The

ABS will operate to prevent the wheels from

locking up. Steer the vehicle to avoid obstacles.

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