Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross (2023 year). Manual in english

Combination headlights and dimmer switch

The daytime running lights illumi-

Headlights and other lights turn on

OFF

NOTE

nated

AUTO

and off automatically in accor-

This function is to prevent blinding people

dance with outside light level.

The daytime running lights illumi-

who are in the vicinity of the vehicle at night

nated (when it is light outside the

Parking, tail, front and rear side-

or at other times.

vehicle)

marker lights, license plate and

The lights will be illuminated when the park-

AUTO

ing brake is released, when the selector lever

Headlights and other lights turn on

instrument panel lights on

is shifted to a position other than

“P”

and off automatically in accor-

Headlights and other lights on

(PARK) or when the vehicle starts moving. If

dance with outside light level.

you want to turn off the lights again when the

The daytime running lights illumi-

vehicle is stationary, apply the parking

nated

NOTE

brake, put the selector lever in the

“P”

On vehicles with an “OFF” position on the

(PARK) position, and then stop and restart

Tail, front and rear side-marker

light switch, the sensitivity of the automatic

the engine.

lights, license plate and instrument

on/off control can be adjusted.

This function can be deactivated.

panel lights on

For further information, please contact your

Headlights and other lights on

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

repair facility of your choice.

On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone-

Do not cover the sensor (A) for the automatic

NOTE

link Display Audio

(SDA) or the Smart-

on/off control by affixing a sticker or label to

Once the daytime running light come on,

phone-link Display Audio (SDA) navigation

the windshield.

system, screen operations can be used to

they do not go out until the ignition switch is

make the adjustment.

turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” position or

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

the operation mode is changed to OFF or

details.

ACC.

On vehicles without an “OFF” position on

the light switch, when the engine is started

[When the engine is not running, or when the

while the light switch is in the “AUTO” posi-

engine is running but the parking brake is not

tion, the headlights and other vehicle exterior

released]

lights will remain off until the parking brake

is released, the selector lever is shifted to a

If the lights do not turn on or off with the

The engine starts when the lights are off.

position other than “P” (PARK), or the vehi-

switch in the

“AUTO” position, manually

cle starts moving, even if it is dark outside

operate the switch. Have the system checked

OFF

All lights off

the vehicle.

by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or

a repair facility of your choice.

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Features and controls

Combination headlights and dimmer switch

[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-

Light auto-cutout function

Headlight reminder buzzer

key]

(headlights and other lights)

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The operation mode is changed to OFF or

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ACC and the driver’s door is not opened.

[When using a key to start the engine]

If the following operation is performed

If the driver’s door is opened with the key in

with the combination headlights and dim-

the “OFF” or “ACC” position or removed

NOTE

mer switch in the “

” or “

” position,

from the ignition switch while the lights are

z The light auto-cutout function can be deacti-

the lights automatically turn off.

on, the tone will sound to remind you to turn

vated.

off the lights.

See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors

[Except for vehicles equipped with the

dealer for details.

F.A.S.T.-key]

[When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF”

engine]

SDA navigation system, screen operations

or “ACC” position or the key is removed

If the driver’s door is opened when the opera-

can be used to make the adjustment.

from the ignition switch and the driver’s

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

tion mode is put in OFF or ACC, or if the

door is opened.

details.

operation mode is changed to OFF while the

lights are on, the tone will sound to remind

[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-

you to turn off the lights.

key]

When you want to keep the lights

The operation mode is changed to OFF or

In either case, the lights will turn off automat-

on:

ACC and the driver’s door is opened.

ically and so will the tone. You can also turn

the light switch to the “OFF” position (if so

If the following operation is performed

If the combination headlights and dimmer

equipped) or

“AUTO” position

(if so

with the combination headlights and dim-

switch is turned to the “

” or “

” posi-

equipped) to stop the tone.

mer switch in the “

” or “

” position,

tion again after the engine is turned off, the

the lights automatically turn off after

approximately 3-minute auto-cutout function

Dimmer (high/low beam

approximately 3 minutes.

described above will not work. The lights (the

change)

parking lights, tail lights and license plate

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[Except for vehicles equipped with the

lights) will stay on and will not turn off auto-

F.A.S.T.-key]

matically.

To change the headlights from high beam to

The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF”

low beam and vice versa, pull the turn signal

or “ACC” position or the key is removed

lever to

(1). Switch the headlights to low

from the ignition switch and the driver’s

beam as a courtesy whenever there are

door is not opened.

oncoming vehicles, or when there is traffic

Features and controls

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Combination headlights and dimmer switch

moving ahead of you. An illuminated blue

Automatic High Beam (AHB) (if

How to use the AHB

light in the instrument cluster indicates when

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the headlights are on high beam.

so equipped)

1. Rotate the light switch to “

” position

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or “AUTO” position when the engine is

The Automatic High Beam (AHB) turns the

running.

high beam light on or off automatically

2. Press the AHB switch.

according to surrounding light conditions.

The AHB is activated and the indicator is

The sensor (A) detects lights, such as the

illuminated.

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 will go off.

Headlight flasher

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You can flash the high beams by pulling the

lever gently toward you (2). The lights will

go back to normal when you let go. While the

high beam is on, you will see a blue light on

the instrument panel.

WARNING

Do not rely solely on the AHB. Always

NOTE

observe surrounding traffic and light con-

z You can flash the high beams by pulling the

ditions. If necessary, manually turn the

lever toward you, even if the light switch is

high beams on or off.

off.

Refer to

“Dimmer

(high/low beam

change)” on page 5-197.

z If you turn the lights off with the head lights

set to high beam illumination, the headlights

are automatically returned to their low beam

setting.

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Features and controls

Combination headlights and dimmer switch

2. The AHB indicator will go off.

NOTE

3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the

The headlights may not be switched from

AHB will be activated.

high beam to low beam under the following

circumstances.

Switching to high beam

• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is

hindered by any object such as continuous

1. Pull the turn signal lever toward you.

bends, elevated median/island, traffic signs,

2. The AHB indicator will go off and the

roadside trees.

high beam indicator illuminates.

• Your vehicle passes an oncoming vehicle

3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the

suddenly on a bend with poor visibility.

AHB will be activated.

• Another vehicle crosses ahead of your vehi-

cle.

NOTE

The headlights may remain at low beam (or

Automatic switching conditions

If the headlights are on when the light switch

be switched from high beam to low beam)

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is in the “AUTO” position, the AHB works.

when a reflective object

(e.g. street light,

You can switch the headlight beams

The high beam headlights illuminate when all

traffic signal, noticeboard and signboard)

(high/low) manually by operating the lever

of the following conditions are met:

reflects light.

even if the AHB is working.

Any of the following factors may influence

Refer to “Dimmer (high/low beam change)”

z Your vehicle speed exceeds approxi-

the headlight beam switching timing:

on page 5-197.

mately 33 mph (53 km/h).

• How brightly the exterior lights of a vehicle

If the lever is operated manually, the AHB

z It is dark ahead of your vehicle.

in front or oncoming vehicle illuminate.

indicator will go off and the AHB will be

z There are no vehicles in front or oncom-

• Movement or direction of a vehicle in front

deactivated.

ing vehicles, or none of their exterior

or oncoming vehicle.

Refer to “Manual switching” on page 5-199.

lights are illuminating.

• Only right or left exterior light of a vehicle

The AHB is not deactivated when you pull

in front or oncoming vehicle is illuminat-

the lever slightly (operation of the headlight

ing.

The low beam headlights illuminate when

flasher).

any of the following conditions occur:

• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is a

motorcycle.

z Your vehicle speed does not exceed

• Road conditions (gradient, bends and road

Manual switching

surface).

approximately 28 mph (45 km/h).

z It is bright ahead of your vehicle.

• The number of occupants and luggage load.

Switching to low beam

z An exterior light of a vehicle in front or

oncoming vehicle is illuminating.

1. Pull the turn signal lever toward you.

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Combination headlights and dimmer switch

2. Press the AHB switch more than 15 times

NOTE

within 5 seconds after operation mode is

The AHB recognizes environmental condi-

• When lights of the vehicle in front or head-

turned on.

tions by sensing a light source ahead of your

lights of an oncoming vehicle blend into the

vehicle. Therefore, you may feel like some-

other lights.

thing is not quite right when the headlight

• The rear end of a vehicle in front (such as a

System problem warning

beams are switched automatically.

container truck) reflect a strong light.

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The system may not detect a light vehicle

• Your vehicle's headlight is broken or dirty.

If a problem occurs with the system, the fol-

such as a bicycle.

• Your vehicle is inclined due to a flat tire or

lowing warning display will appear to the

The system may not detect an ambient

towing.

type of the problem.

brightness precisely. This causes the traffic

• The warning display appears.

to be dazzled by high beam or the low beam

(Refer to

“System problem warning” on

to be maintained. In such cases, you should

page 5-200.)

The AHB deactivation due to fault

switch the headlight beams manually.

Observe the precautions below to maintain

• In bad weather (heavy rain, fog, snow or

good usage conditions:

If a failure is detected in the system, the fol-

sandstorm).

• Do not attempt to disassemble the sensor.

lowing warning display will appear and the

• The windshield is dirty or fogged up.

• Do not affix a sticker or label on the wind-

AHB will automatically be turned off.

• The windshield is cracked or broken.

shield near the sensor.

If the warning display remains even after the

• The sensor is deformed or dirty.

• Avoid overload.

ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” posi-

• A light, which is similar to the headlights or

• Do not modify your vehicle.

tion or the operation mode is put in OFF and

tail lights, is shining around your vehicle.

• When the windshield is replaced, use the

then turned back to ON, please contact an

• A vehicle in front or oncoming vehicle is

Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts.

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

driven without lights, the exterior lights are

dirty or discolored, or the direction of the

To adjust the sensitivity of the sensor

[When the AHB is malfunctioning]

headlight beams is adjusted improperly.

• It becomes dark and bright suddenly and

The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporar-

continuously around your vehicle.

ily lowering in the following ways.

• Your vehicle is driven on uneven surfaces.

• Your vehicle is driven on a winding road.

1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and the

• A reflective object such as a noticeboard or

ignition switch is turned to the

“OFF”

a mirror reflects a light ahead of your vehi-

position or the operation mode is put in

cle.

OFF.

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Features and controls

Combination headlights and dimmer switch

[When the sensor is malfunctioning]

Sensor is too hot or cold

Windshield is dirty

If the system becomes temporarily unavail-

If the AHB determines that its performance

able due to the high or low temperature of the

has been degraded, the warning display will

sensor, the following warning display will

appear.

This can occur when:

After the temperature of the sensor has been

z Foreign objects, such as dirt, snow or ice,

NOTE

in range, the system will automatically return

adhere to the windshield of the sensor

to operation.

If the sensor or its surrounding area becomes

portion.

extremely high temperature when parking

If the warning display does not disappear

z In adverse weather conditions, such as

the vehicle under a blazing sun, the “AHB

after waiting for a while, there is a possibility

rain, snow, sandstorms, etc.

SERVICE REQUIRED” warning display

that the AHB has a malfunction. Contact an

may appear.

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for

z A front vehicle or an oncoming vehicle is

If the message remains even after the tem-

splashing water, snow or dirt.

inspection of the system.

perature of the sensor or its surrounding area

has been in range, please contact an autho-

When the sensor performance returns, the

rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

AHB will resume operation.

If the warning display does not disappear

after waiting for a while, there is a possibility

that the sensor has a malfunction. Contact an

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for

inspection of the sensor.

Welcome light

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This function turns on the front side-marker

and parking lights for approximately 30 sec-

Features and controls

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Combination headlights and dimmer switch

onds after the UNLOCK button on the key is

4. The headlights will come on in the low

Coming home light

pressed when the combination headlights and

beam setting for approximately 30 sec-

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dimmer switch is in the “OFF” position (if so

onds. After the headlights go off, the

equipped) or

“AUTO” position

(if so

This function turns on the headlights in the

headlights can be turned on again in the

equipped). The welcome light function will

low beam setting for approximately 30 sec-

low beam setting for approximately

operate only when it is dark outside the vehi-

onds after the ignition switch is turned to the

30 seconds by pulling the turn signal lever

cle.

“OFF” position or the operation mode is put

toward you within 60 seconds of turning

in OFF.

the ignition switch to the “OFF” position

or putting the operation mode in OFF. To

NOTE

1. Turn the combination headlights and dim-

turn on the headlights again after 60 sec-

While the welcome light function is operat-

mer switch to the “OFF” position (if so

onds of turning the ignition switch to the

ing, perform one of the following operations

equipped) or

“AUTO” position

(if so

“OFF” position or putting the operation

to cancel the function.

equipped).

mode in OFF, repeat the process from step

• Press the LOCK button on the key.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the

“OFF”

• Turn the combination headlights and dim-

position or put the operation mode in

mer switch to the “

” or “

” position.

OFF. Also, if a key was used to start the

• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

engine, remove the key from the ignition

NOTE

tion or put the operation mode in ON.

switch.

While the coming home light function is

It is possible to modify functions as follows:

operating, perform one of the following

3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition

• The headlights can be set to come on in the

operations to cancel the function.

switch to the “OFF” position or putting

low beam setting.

• Pull the turn signal lever toward you.

the operation mode in OFF, pull the turn

• The welcome light function can be deacti-

• Turn the combination headlights and dim-

signal lever toward you.

vated.

mer switch to the “

” or “

” position

For details, consult a Mitsubishi Motors

or put the operation mode in ON.

dealer.

• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

tion or put the operation mode in ON.

SDA navigation system, screen operations

It is possible to modify functions as follows:

can be used to make the adjustment.

• The time that the headlights remain on can

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

be changed.

details.

• The coming home light function can be

deactivated.

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Features and controls

Turn signal lever

NOTE

For details, consult a Mitsubishi Motors

See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors

dealer.

dealer for details.

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone-

SDA navigation system, screen operations

link Display Audio

(SDA) or the Smart-

can be used to make the adjustment.

phone-link Display Audio (SDA) navigation

Refer to separate owner’s manual for details.

system, screen operations can be used to

make the adjustment.

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

Turn signal lever

details.

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It is possible to change the tone of a sound-

When changing lanes, or to making a gradual

ing buzzer as the turn signal lights flash.

NOTE

Refer to “Changing the turn signal sound” on

turn, hold the lever in the “lane change” posi-

page 5-161.

tion (1). It will return to the neutral position

A light in the instrument panel flashes to

when you let go. Use the full position (2)

show when the front and rear turn signal

lights are working properly.

when making a normal turn. The lever will

If this light flashes faster than usual, check

return to the neutral position when the turn is

for a burned out turn signal light bulb or mal-

complete. There may be times when the lever

functioning connection in the signal.

does not return to the neutral position. This

If the panel light does not come on when the

usually happens when the steering wheel is

lever is moved, check for a blown fuse or a

turned only slightly. You can easily return the

burned out bulb in the panel.

lever by hand.

Have the system inspected by your autho-

Also, when you move the lever to (1) slightly

rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair

then release it, the turn signal lights and the

facility of your choice.

indicator light in the instrument cluster will

It is possible to modify functions as follows:

flash three times.

• Deactivate the turn signal light

3-flash

function for lane changes.

• Adjust the time required to operate the

lever for the 3-flash function.

Features and controls

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Hazard warning flasher switch

Hazard warning flasher

ECO mode switch

NOTE

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z Even if the ECO mode is operating, you can

switch

select normal operation of the air condition-

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ECO mode is an eco-driving support system

ing.

which automatically controls the engine and

For further information, please contact your

air conditioning system to improve fuel effi-

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

ciency.

The ECO mode starts working by pressing

Front fog light switch (if so

the ECO mode switch when the ignition

equipped)

switch or operation mode is in ON.

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Push the switch again and the ECO mode will

cancel.

The front fog lights illuminate only when the

While the ECO mode is working, an ECO

headlights are on low beam.

mode indicator will be turned on.

Turning the knob in the direction of the “ON”

If you press the flasher switch, the front and

position turns on the front fog lights as well

rear turn signals will flash intermittently, and

as the indicator in the instrument cluster. To

so will the hazard warning lights. This is an

turn them off, turn the knob in the direction of

emergency warning system and should not be

the “OFF” position.

used when the vehicle is in motion, except for

The knob will return to the neutral position

emergencies.

when it is released.

If you need to leave your vehicle, the flashers

will keep working after the ignition switch is

removed or the operation mode is put in OFF.

NOTE

z If the flashers are used for several hours, the

battery will run down. This could make it

NOTE

difficult or impossible to restart your vehicle.

z Since the air conditioning operation is con-

trolled while the ECO mode is operating,

you may feel that effectiveness of the air

conditioning is weak.

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Features and controls

Wiper and washer switch

NOTE

Windshield wipers

Except for vehicles with rain sen-

If the headlights are switched to high beam,

sor

the front fog lights will go out; they will illu-

minate again when the headlights are

NOTE

The windshield wiper and washer can be

switched back to low beam.

To ensure a clear rearward view, the rear

operated when the ignition switch or the

If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF”

window wiper will automatically perform

operation mode is in ON or ACC.

position (if so equipped), “AUTO” position

several continuous operations if the selector

If the blades are frozen to the windshield, do

(when the headlights are off) (if so equipped)

lever is put in the “R” (REVERSE) position

not operate the wipers until the ice has melted

while the windshield wipers are operating.

or “

” position while the front fog lights

and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper

Refer to “Rear window wiper and washer”

are illuminated, they will automatically turn

motor may be damaged.

on page 5-209.

off. They can be turned back on again by

rotating the combination headlights and dim-

mer switch back to the “

” position or the

“AUTO” position when the headlights are on

low beam, and turning the knob in the direc-

tion of the “ON” position.

Do not use fog lights except in conditions of

fog, otherwise excessive light glare may

temporarily blind oncoming vehicle drivers.

Wiper and washer switch

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MIST- Misting function

The wipers will operate once.

CAUTION

OFF- Off

z If the washer is used in cold weather, the

INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive)

washer fluid sprayed against the glass may

LO- Slow

freeze, which may hinder visibility. Warm

HI-

Fast

the glass with the defroster before using the

washer.

Features and controls

5-205

Wiper and washer switch

To adjust intermittent intervals

Misting function

Vehicles with rain sensor

With the lever in the “INT” (speed sensitive

The misting function can be used when the

The windshield wipers can be operated when

intermittent operation) position, the intermit-

ignition switch or the operation mode is in

the ignition switch or the operation mode is in

tent intervals can be adjusted by turning the

ON or ACC.

knob (A).

If the blades are frozen to the windshield or

The wipers will operate once if the wiper

rear window, do not operate the wipers until

lever is raised to the “MIST” position and

the ice has melted and the blades are freed,

released. This operation is useful when it is

otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.

drizzling, etc. The wipers will continue to

operate while the lever is held in the “MIST”

position.

1- Fast

2- Slow

MIST- Misting function

NOTE

The wipers will operate once.

z The speed-sensitive-operation function of

OFF- Off

the windshield wipers can be deactivated.

AUTO- Auto-wiper control

For further information, please contact your

Rain sensor

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

The wipers will automatically

repair facility of your choice. On vehicles

operate depending on the degree of

equipped with the Smartphone-link Display

wetness on the windshield.

Audio (SDA) or the Smartphone-link Dis-

LO-

Slow

play Audio (SDA) navigation system, screen

operations can be used to make the adjust-

HI-

Fast

ment.

Refer to separate owner’s manual for details.

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Features and controls

Wiper and washer switch

Rain sensor

CAUTION

NOTE

• When cleaning the outside surface of the

In the following cases, the rain sensor may

Can only be used when the ignition switch or

windshield, if you touch the rain sensor.

be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked

the operation mode is in ON.

• 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.

If the lever is put in the “AUTO” position, the

sensor.

• When the wipers operate at a constant inter-

rain sensor (A) will detect the extent of rain

• When using an automatic car wash.

val despite changes in the extent of rain.

(or snow, other moisture, dust, etc.) and the

• A physical shock is applied to the wind-

• When the wipers do not operate even

wipers will operate automatically.

screen or the rain sensor.

though it is raining.

Keep the lever in the “OFF” position if the

The wipers may automatically operate when

windshield is dirty and the weather is dry.

If your hands get trapped, you could suffer

things such as insects or foreign objects are

Wiper operation under these conditions can

injuries or the wipers could malfunction. Be

affixed to the windshield on top of the rain

scratch the windshield and damage the wip-

sure to turn the ignition switch to the “OFF”

sensor or when the windshield is frozen.

ers.

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

NOTE

due to strong direct sunlight or electromag-

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-

Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

tion when the vehicle is stationary and the

dealer or a repair facility of your choice

ambient temperature is approximately 32 °F

when replacing the windshield glass.

(0 °C) or lower.

Do not cover the sensor by affixing a sticker

or label to the windshield. Also, do not put

any water-repellent coating on the wind-

CAUTION

shield. The rain sensor would not be able to

detect the extent of rain, and the wipers

With the ignition switch

or the

operation

might stop working normally.

mode in ON and the lever in the “AUTO”

position, the wipers may automatically oper-

ate in the situations described below.

Features and controls

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Wiper and washer switch

To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sen-

NOTE

Misting function

sor

z Automatic wiper operation (rain sensitive)

Move the lever in the direction of the arrow

can be changed to intermittent operation,

With the lever in the “AUTO” position, it is

and release, to operate the wipers once.

either vehicle speed sensitive or not vehicle

possible to adjust the sensitivity of the rain

speed sensitive.

sensor by turning the knob (B).

For further information, please contact your

Use this function when you are driving in

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a

mist or drizzle.

repair facility of your choice.

The wipers will operate once if the lever is

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

raised to the “MIST” position and released

SDA navigation system, screen operations

when the ignition switch or the operation

can be used to make the adjustment.

mode is in ON or ACC. The wipers will con-

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

tinue to operate while the lever is held in the

details.

“MIST” position.

“+”- Higher sensitivity to rain

“-”- Lower sensitivity to rain

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Features and controls

Wiper and washer switch

The wipers will operate once if the lever is

Intelligent washer

moved to the “AUTO” position and the knob

By releasing the lever soon after pulling it

ignition switch or the operation mode is in

toward you, the washer fluid will be sprayed

ON.

several times while the wipers are operating

several times.

Intelligent washer will stop operating with

any operation of the lever.

Rear window wiper and washer

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NOTE

The rear window wiper and washer can be

It is possible to modify functions as follows:

operated when the ignition switch or the

• Intelligent washer can be deactivated.

operation mode is in ON or ACC.

Refer to

“Intelligent washer” on page

5-209.

Turn the knob

to operate the rear

window

• The wipers can be set to operate again after

wiper.

approximately 6 seconds.

Windshield washer

These functions are not activated when the

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vehicle is shipped from the factory.

The windshield washer can be operated with

To activate or deactivate these functions,

the ignition switch or the operation mode in

please contact your authorized Mitsubishi

ON or ACC.

Motors dealer.

The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

windshield by pulling the lever toward you.

SDA navigation system, screen operations

can be used to make the adjustment.

When the wipers are not in operation or in

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

intermittent operation, by pulling the lever

details.

toward you, the wipers will operate several

times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.

OFF- Off

Features and controls

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Wiper and washer switch

INT- The wiper operates continuously for

NOTE

Precautions to observe when

several seconds then operates inter-

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

using wipers and washers

mittently at intervals of approxi-

SDA navigation system, screen operations

mately 8 seconds.

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can be used to make the adjustment.

Washer fluid will be sprayed onto

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

CAUTION

the rear window glass while the

details.

If the washer is used in cold weather, the

knob is turned fully in either direc-

If the knob is in the “OFF” position, turn the

washer fluid sprayed onto the glass might

tion.

knob to the “INT” position twice quickly to

freeze, blocking your view. Heat the glass

When the washer fluid is sprayed,

operate the rear window wiper continuously.

with the defroster before using the washer.

the wiper will automatically operate

(continuous operation mode)

two or three times.

Turn the knob to the “OFF” position to stop

the rear window wiper continuous operation.

NOTE

The wiper intermittent operation time can be

NOTE

Do not use the wipers when the windshield is

adjusted.

The rear window wiper will automatically

dry. This could scratch the glass and wear the

See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors

perform several continuous operations if the

wiper blades prematurely.

dealer for details.

selector lever is put in the “R” (REVERSE)

On vehicles equipped with the SDA or the

Before using the wipers in cold weather,

position while the windshield wipers or the

SDA navigation system, screen operations

check to be sure that the wiper blades are not

rear window wiper is operating. (automatic

can be used to make the adjustment.

frozen to the windshield or rear window.

operation mode)

Refer to the separate owner’s manual for

Using the wipers while the blades are frozen

After the automatic operation, the rear win-

details.

could cause the wiper motor to burn out.

dow wiper will stop operating if the knob is

The washer fluid reservoir is located in the

If the moving wipers become blocked part-

in the “OFF” position. If the knob is in the

engine compartment.

way through a sweep by ice or other deposits

“INT” position, the rear window wiper will

Check the fluid level regularly and refill if

on the glass, the wipers may temporarily stop

return to the intermittent operation.

necessary. Refer to “Washer fluid” on page

operating to prevent the motor from over-

It is possible to set the rear window wiper to

9-9.

heating. In this case, park the vehicle in a

perform the automatic operation only if the

safe place, turn the ignition switch to the

selector lever is put in the “R” (REVERSE)

“OFF” position or put the operation mode in

position while the rear window wiper is

OFF, and then remove the ice or other depos-

operating with the knob in the “INT” posi-

its.

tion.

Because the wipers will start operating again

See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors

after the wiper motor cools down, check that

dealer for details.

the wipers operate before using them.

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Features and controls

Electric rear window defogger switch

NOTE

CAUTION

z Avoid using the washer for more than 20 sec-

Do not place stickers, tape, or other items

onds at a time. Do not operate the washer

that are attached with adhesive over the grid

when the washer fluid reservoir is empty or

wires on the rear window.

the pump may fail.

When cleaning the inside rear window, use a

z During cold weather, add a recommended

soft cloth and wipe lightly over the grid

washer solution that will not freeze in the

wires.

washer fluid reservoir. Otherwise the washer

may not work or may be damaged.

z Replace the wiper blades when they are

NOTE

worn. Use the proper size replacement

If your vehicle is equipped with the heated

blades. For further information, please con-

After approximately

15 to

20 minutes of

outside rearview mirror, the mist can also be

tact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors

operation, the system will shut off automati-

removed from the outside rearview mirrors

dealer.

when the rear window defogger switch is

cally.

pressed. Refer to “Heated outside rearview

To switch the defogger OFF before 15 to

mirror” on page 5-60.

Electric rear window defog-

20 minutes have passed, press the switch

again. The indicator light will go out and the

ger switch

defogger will turn off.

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If you need the defogger for more than 15 to

The rear window defogger can be used when

20 minutes, press the switch again. This will

the engine is running.

add 15 to 20 more minutes.

The indicator light (A) will come on when

you press the electric rear window defogger

CAUTION

switch. Electric current will flow through the

z The rear window defogger is not designed to

heating wires on the rear window to help

melt snow. Remove any snow manually

clear away moisture or frost.

before using the rear window defogger.

z Use the rear window defogger only after the

engine has started and is running. Be sure to

turn the defogger switch off immediately

after the window is clear to save on battery

power.

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Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped)

NOTE

Heated steering wheel

It is possible to change the setting to make

switch (if so equipped)

the rear window defogger operate automati-

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cally when ambient temperature becomes

low while the engine is running, even if you

The heated steering wheel contains internal

do not push the rear window defogger

heaters in the rim. Heating areas are shown in

switch.

the illustration.

It operates automatically only once after

turning the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-

tion or putting the operation mode in ON.

If you choose this setting, the heated outside

rearview mirror (if so equipped) will also

operate automatically at the same time.

WARNING

For further information, please contact your

Persons who are unable to feel tempera-

authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

ture change or skin pain due to age, ill-

On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone-

ness, injury, medication, fatigue or other

link Display Audio

(SDA) or the Smart-

physical conditions or who have sensitive

phone-link Display Audio (SDA) navigation

skin may suffer burns when using the

system, screen operations can be used to

heated steering wheel. To reduce the risk

make the adjustment.

of burns, people with such conditions must

Refer to the separate owner’s

manual for

: Heating area

use care when using the heated steering

details.

wheel.

The heated steering wheel can

be operated

when the operation mode is in ON.

CAUTION

To turn on the heated steering wheel, push the

If water or any other liquid is spilled on the

heated steering wheel switch. The heated

steering wheel, allow it to dry thoroughly

steering wheel will operate for approximately

before attempting to use the heated steering

30 minutes and then it will automatically turn

wheel. Turn the heated steering wheel off

off.

immediately if it appears to be malfunction-

The indicator light (A) will illuminate while

ing during use.

the heated steering wheel is operating.

Also be aware that using the heated steering

wheel with the engine off may run the bat-

tery down.

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Features and controls

Horn switch

USB input terminal

How to connect a USB memory

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device

You can connect your USB memory device

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To honk the horn, press around the “

”

mark on the steering wheel.

or iPod* to play music files stored in the USB

1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and turn

memory device or iPod.

the ignition switch to the “OFF” position

or put the operation mode in OFF.

*: “iPod” is a registered trademark of Apple

Inc. in the United States and other countries.

2. Connect a commercially available USB

connector cable (B) to the USB memory

The USB input terminal (A) is located in the

device (A).

indicated position.

Type 1

Type 2

3. Connect the USB connector cable to the

USB input terminal.

This section explains how to connect and

remove a USB memory device or iPod.

NOTE

z Do not connect the USB memory device to

the USB input terminal directly.

The USB memory device may be damaged.

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Sun visors

4. To remove the USB connector cable, turn

Display Audio (SDA)”, the “Smartphone-link

Sun visors

the ignition switch to the “OFF” position

Display Audio (SDA) navigation system” or

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or put the operation mode in OFF first and

the “DISPLAY AUDIO”.

Pull the sun visor downward (1) to reduce

perform the installation steps in reverse.

front glare while driving. To reduce side

glare, turn the visor to the side (2).

How to connect an iPod

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1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and turn

the ignition switch to the “OFF” position

or put the operation mode in OFF.

2. Connect the connector cable to the iPod.

NOTE

z Use a genuine connector cable from Apple

Inc.

3. Connect the connector cable to the USB

input terminal.

NOTE

z Pull the sun visor sideways to eliminate side

4. To remove the connector cable, turn the

glare farther to the rear. (if so equipped)

ignition switch to the “OFF” position or

put the operation mode in OFF first and

perform the installation steps in reverse.

Types of connectable devices

and supported file specifica-

tions

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For details, please refer to the separated

owner’s manual for the

“Smartphone-link

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Features and controls

12 V power outlets

Vanity mirror

Type 2

CAUTION

z Do not leave plastic cards in the ticket

A vanity mirror is fitted to the back of the sun

holder. Because the inside of the vehicle will

visor.

become hot if the vehicle is parked in strong

Type 1

sunlight, the cards could deform or crack.

A vanity mirror is fitted to the back of the sun

visor.

Operating the lid of the vanity mirror will

12 V power outlets

automatically turn on the mirror light (A).

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CAUTION

Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory

operating at

12 V and at 120 W or less.

When using more than one socket at the

same time, make sure the total power con-

sumption of the electrical accessories does

not exceed 120 W at 12 V.

Ticket holder

Also be aware that using electronic equip-

ment with the engine off may run the battery

down.

The holder (B) is located on the back of the

When the power outlet is not in use, be sure

sun visor.

to close the power outlet cover or replace the

cap. This will prevent the power outlet from

CAUTION

becoming clogged and short circuiting.

If the lid of the vanity mirror with light is

kept open for prolonged periods of time, the

vehicle’s battery will be discharged.

To use a “plug-in” type accessory, open the

cover or remove the cap, and insert the plug

in the power outlet.

NOTE

z Two 12V power outlets can be used simulta-

neously.

Features and controls

5-215

HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if so equipped)

www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex, or by

Type 1

Type 2

calling the toll-free HomeLink^®-Hotline at 1-

Accessories can be operated when the igni-

Accessories can be operated in all ignition

800-355-3515.

tion switch or the operation mode is in ON or

switch positions or all operation modes.

ACC.

WARNING

Floor console

Do not use HomeLink^® with any garage

Center console

door opener that lacks safety stop and

reverse features as required by U.S. Fed-

eral Regulations. A garage door opener

which cannot detect an object in the path

of a closing garage door and then auto-

matically stop and reverse, does not meet

current U.S. Federal Regulations. Using a

garage door opener without these features

increases the risk of serious injury or

death.

During programming, your garage door

or gate may open or close. Make sure that

HomeLink^® Wireless Con-

people and objects are clear of the garage

trol System (if so equipped)

door or gate that you are programming.

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HomeLink^® and the HomeLink^® house icon

NOTE

are registered trademarks of Gentex Corpora-

Once HomeLink^® is programmed, retain the

tion.

original transmitter for future programming

procedures (for example, new vehicle pur-

HomeLink^® provides a convenient way to

chases). Upon sale of the vehicle, the pro-

replace up to

3 hand-held radio-frequency

grammed HomeLink^® buttons should be

(RF) transmitters used to activate devices

erased for security purposes. Refer to “Clear-

such as gate operators, garage door openers,

ing the programmed information” on page

entry door locks, security systems, even home

5-220.

lighting. Additional HomeLink^® information

can be found at www.homelink.com,

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Features and controls

HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if so equipped)

NOTE

Before programming Home-

You can program a maximum of 3 devices.

Link^®

To change or replace any of the 3 devices

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after it has been initially programmed, you

Some garage door openers manufactured

must first erase the current settings.

after 1995 have “rolling code protection”.

Refer to “Clearing the programmed informa-

To program a garage door opener

tion” on page 5-220 or “Reprogramming a

equipped with “rolling code protection”;

single HomeLink^® button” on page 5-221.

you will need to access the garage door

opener motor to press the motor’s

“Learn” or “Smart” buttons. For conve-

nience, use a ladder and another person to

assist you.

NOTE

It is recommended that a new battery be

You do not need to continue holding the

placed in the hand-held transmitter of the

HomeLink^® button.

device being programmed to HomeLink^®

If the indicator light does not flash, refer to

for quicker training and accurate trans-

“Clearing the programmed information” on

page 5-220.

mission of the radio-frequency signal.

2. Position the end of your hand-held trans-

HomeLink^® button 1

Programming a new Home-

mitter (B) 1 to 3 inches (2 to 8 cm) away

HomeLink^® button 2

Link^®

from the HomeLink^® button while keep-

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HomeLink^® button 3

ing the indicator light in view.

To program HomeLink^® to operate a garage

door, gate, entry door opener, home or office

lighting, you need to be at the same location

as the device.

1. Press the HomeLink^® button that you

would like to program. The indicator light

(A) will flash orange slowly.

Features and controls

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