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Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (2022 year). Manual in english - page 17

 

 

Interior lights
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that the light is off.
1- (DOOR)
When any of the doors or the liftgate is
opened, the dome light illuminates; when
any of them are closed, the dome light
1- Cargo room light P.5-222
goes off after approximately 30 seconds.
2- Dome light (rear) P.5-221
However, the light goes off immediately
3- Dome light (front)/Reading lights
if:
P.5-220
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4- Downlight P.5-222
while the operation mode of the
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power switch is in ON.
z The driver’s door is closed while the
lock knob is in the lock position, after
all the other doors are closed.
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Features and controls
Interior lights
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and the power door lock function is
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The dome light illuminates regardless of
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when you press the lens (A), the light on the
closed.
using the F.A.S.T.-key switch or
side that is pressed illuminates; when you
2- (z )
F.A.S.T.-key operation.
press the lens (A) again, the light goes out.
When any of the doors or the liftgate is
opened, the dome light illuminates;
NOTE
when any of them are closed, the dome
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z
When the operation mode of the power
light goes off after approximately 30 sec-
switch is put in OFF while the doors and lift-
onds. However, the light goes off imme-
gate are closed, the dome light will illumi-
diately if:
nate for approximately 30 seconds and then
z The door and the liftgate are closed
go off.
while the operation mode of the
z
The time until the light goes off can be
power switch is in ON.
adjusted. See a certified Mitsubishi EV
z The driver’s door is closed while the
dealer for details. For vehicles equipped with
the Smartphone-link Display Audio (SDA),
lock knob is in the lock position,
adjustments can be made using screen opera-
after all the other doors are closed.
tions. For details, refer to the separate
z The door and the liftgate are closed
owner’s manual.
and the power door lock function is
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2- (OFF)
The dome light stays off regardless of any
using the F.A.S.T.-key switch or
door or the liftgate being opened or closed.
F.A.S.T.-key operation.
NOTE
z When the operation mode of the power
switch is put in OFF while the doors and lift-
gate are closed, the dome light will illumi-
nate for approximately 30 seconds and then
go off.
Features and controls
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Interior lights
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When the liftgate is opened, the cargo
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room light illuminates; when it is closed,
position, the light will not go off, even when
The downlight illuminates when the light
it goes out.
all the doors and the liftgate are closed.
switch is in the
” or
” position.
3- (OFF)
z The time until the light goes off can be
When the light switch is in the “AUTO” posi-
The cargo room light stays out regardless
adjusted. See a certified Mitsubishi EV
tion, the downlight illuminates when the
of the liftgate being opened or closed.
dealer for details. For vehicles equipped with
parking lights illuminate.
the Smartphone-link Display Audio (SDA),
5
adjustments can be made using screen opera-
tions. For details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.
3- (OFF)
The dome light stays off regardless of any
door or the liftgate being opened or closed.
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1- (ON)
The cargo room light illuminates regard-
less of the liftgate being opened or closed.
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Features and controls
Storage spaces
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z The interior light auto-cutout function can be
The front foot lights (A) come on when the
deactivated. The time until the lights auto-
front door is opened and go off when the door
matically go off can be adjusted. See a certi-
is closed.
fied Mitsubishi EV dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Smartphone-
link Display Audio (SDA), adjustments can
be made using screen operations. For details,
5
refer to the separate owner’s manual.
1-
Luggage floor box
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3-
Glove compartment
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Sunglasses holder (if so equipped)
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vehicle in hot sunshine. The cabin will
become extremely hot, so lighters and other
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unopened drink cans (including beer cans)
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may rupture. The heat may also deform or
crack plastic spectacle lenses and other spec-
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tacle parts that are made of plastic.
light (rear) and cargo room light
z
Keep the lids of storage spaces closed while
driving the vehicle. A lid or the contents of a
z If interior lights are left on with the opera-
storage space could otherwise cause injuries
tion mode of the power switch in OFF, the
during a sudden stop.
lights go off automatically after approxi-
mately 30 minutes.
z The lights come on again if the power
NOTE
switch is operated, if any door or liftgate
z
Do not leave valuables in any storage space
is opened or closed, or if the F.A.S.T.-key
when leaving the vehicle.
is operated.
Features and controls
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Storage spaces
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(A) and raise the lid.
glove compartment.
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light switch in the “
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position, the glove compartment light illumi-
nates.
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side, insert your hand in the gap (B) and raise
the board (A) to the seat side.
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Features and controls
5-225
Cup holders
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or drink-cans securely in its holes.
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spilling hot beverages could cause burns.
console.
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To use the cup holder, push the lid.
of
front and rear doors.
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Cargo area cover (if so equipped)
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cargo area cover.
storing beverages that are in plastic bottles,
etc.
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z Some beverages may not be stored, depend-
ing on the size and shape of the plastic bot-
1. Pull out the spring-loaded cover and insert
5
tles, etc.
it in the mounting grooves (A) on both
sides.
1. Move one of the sliders (C) toward the
inside of the vehicle, and fit the protrud-
ing portion (D) into the installation hole
that is to be used. Move the opposite
slider in the same fashion.
2. Remove the cover from the mounting
grooves, and the cover will be rolled back
into the retracted position.
NOTE
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cover.
Features and controls
5-227
Assist grips
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is securely retained.
To refit the cargo area cover, follow the
The assist grips (located above the doors on
removal steps in reverse. Gently shake the
the headliner) are not designed to support
NOTE
entire cargo area cover after fitting it to make
body weight. They are intended for use only
z If the rear seat touches the cargo area cover,
sure it is securely retained.
while seated in the vehicle.
move the cargo area cover rearward.
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supports the seatback of the rear seats.
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inside of the vehicle and lift it to remove
the cargo area cover.
CAUTION
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or out of the vehicle. The assist grips could
detach causing you to fall.
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Coat hooks
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There is a coat hook on the rear seat assist
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grip.
area for use in securing luggage.
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5-229
Driving safety
Driving precaution
6-2
Fuel economy
6-2
Driving, alcohol and drugs
6-2
Floor mat
6-2
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Vehicle preparation before driving
6-3
Safe driving techniques
6-4
Driving during cold weather
6-5
Braking
6-5
Parking
6-6
Loading information
6-6
Cargo loads
6-11
Trailer towing
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Dinghy towing
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belts (with children in the rear seat, in appro-
priate restraints).
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causes of accidents.
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legal minimum. If you have been drinking,
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Fuel economy is dependent on many factors.
don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-
Your personal driving habits can have a sig-
drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use
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Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance
nificant effect on your fuel consumption.
public transportation. Drinking coffee or tak-
and a narrower track, which enables them to
Several recommendations for achieving the
ing a cold shower will not make you sober.
perform in a wide variety of off-road situa-
greatest fuel economy are listed below.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription
tions. Because of the higher ground clear-
drugs affect your alertness, perception and
ance, these vehicles have a higher center of
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reaction time. Consult with your doctor or
gravity, which makes them handle differently
always accelerate slowly and smoothly.
pharmacist before driving while under the
than ordinary vehicles when driving on pave-
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Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary
influence of any of these medications.
ment. They are not designed to maneuver or
stops.
corner at the same speed on pavement as con-
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ventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars any
mended pressures.
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traffic, roadway and weather conditions
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safely permit.
carefully. Avoid operating the vehicle in a
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manner that might require sharp turns or
lubricated according to the recommenda-
abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of
tions in this manual.
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tained. A poorly maintained engine
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rollover.
wastes fuel and costs money.
with your vehicle was specifically designed
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig-
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for your vehicle.
nificantly more likely to die than a person
Always properly position the floor mat and
wearing a seat belt. Before starting the vehi-
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the floor mat from moving forward and possi-
vehicle model.
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Safe driving techniques
to find out why immediately and have it
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fixed.
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Before starting the vehicle, make certain
Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or
that you and all passengers are seated and
uneven wear patterns. Look for stones, nails,
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wearing their seat belts properly
(with
glass, or other objects stuck in the tread. Look
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children in the rear seat, in appropriate
for any tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check
Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and
restraints), and that all the doors and the
the wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires for
your safest driving, cannot guarantee that you
liftgate are locked.
proper pressure. Replace your tires before
can avoid an accident or injury. However, if
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Move the driver’s seat as far backward as
they are heavily worn out.
you give extra attention to the following
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possible, while keeping good visibility,
As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres-
areas, you can better protect yourself and
and good control of the steering wheel,
sure monitoring system (TPMS), there is a
your passengers:
brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check
risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
the instrument panel indicators and multi-
sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim.
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Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic,
information display for any possible prob-
Tire replacement should, only, be performed
road and weather conditions. Leave plenty
lem.
by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.
of stopping distance between your vehicle
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Similarly, the front passenger seat should
and the vehicle ahead.
also be moved as far back as possible.
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Before changing lanes, check your mir-
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rors, blind spots, and use your turn-signal
are properly restrained in accordance with
light.
all laws and regulations.
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exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn
other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians.
signal indicators and high-beam indicators on
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the instrument panel.
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Always
leave room for unexpected events, such as
Check these by selecting the defroster mode,
sudden braking.
and set the blower switch on high. You should
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be able to feel the air blowing against the
obey their vehicle registration laws and
windshield.
Check the ground under the vehicle after
make sure you will be able to get the right
Refer to “Defrosting or defogging (wind-
parking overnight, for fuel, water, oil, or
fuel.
shield, door windows)” on page 7-13
other leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are
correct. Also, if you can smell fuel, you need
6-4
Driving safety
Driving during cold weather
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after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, dry
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depressing the brake pedal.
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terminals and cables. During extremely
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cold weather, the 12 V starter battery will
with the “Engine coolant/Plug-in Hybrid
not be as strong and its power level may
EV system coolant” on page 9-8.
drop.
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Before driving the vehicle, check to see if
system, making the brakes less effective.
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the headlights are as bright as normally.
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time, lightly depress the brake pedal and
starter battery could freeze.
check how effective the brakes are.
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have time to spread to all lubrication
low speed immediately after starting, espe-
vice brake could overheat and the brake
points.
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performance will be reduced.
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they work normally.
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ously on downhill roads, the regenerative
discs and prevent normal braking after driv-
brake may temporarily turn off.
ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or
Driving safety
6-5
Parking
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when parked and that the electrical parking
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switch is pressed.
lithium-ion battery temperature is too high or
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to “Energy usage indicator” on page 5-138.
Also, never leave the Plug-in Hybrid EV sys-
the liftgate when leaving the vehicle unat-
In the such case, before approaching a long
tended.
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downhill road, reduce speed to prevent the
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area.
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much weight your vehicle can carry.
road.
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This weight is called the vehicle
and turn the front wheels toward the curb on a
capacity weight and includes the
downhill, or away from the curb on an uphill.
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weight of all occupants, cargo
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(including the roof load), non-fac-
load on an individual tire that is
weight (in excess of those stan-
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weight of the trailer, if any, being
axle its share of the maximum
replaced) of transaxle, power
towed. The tire and loading informa-
loaded vehicle weight and divid-
steering, power brakes, power
tion placard located on the driver’s
ing by two.
windows, power seats, radio, and
door sill of your vehicle will show
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how much weight it may properly
load on an individual tire that is
items are available as factory-
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motor vehicle with standard
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weight or accessory weight,
mum capacity of fuel, oil, and
including heavy duty brakes, ride
coolant.
levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
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in the definition of
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the driver’s door.
determining the vehicle capacity
weight. This placard also tells you
the size and recommended inflation
pressure for the original equipment
tires on your vehicle. For more infor-
mation, refer to “Tires” on page 9-12.
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calculated in Step 4.
cargo should never exceed XXX
6. If your vehicle will be towing a
kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
trailer, load from your trailer will
placard.
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be transferred to your vehicle.
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Consult this manual to determine
of the driver and passengers that
how this reduces the available
will be riding in your vehicle.
cargo and luggage load capacity
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of your vehicle.
the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
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available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For exam-
ple, if the “XXX” amount equals
1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lbs. passengers in your vehi-
cle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) =
650 lbs.)
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vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration pur-
poses only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
z For the following example the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).
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NOTE
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cations” section of this manual.
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