MITSUBISHI ASX 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

NOTEzDriving on rough roads can be hard on a ve-
hicle. Before you leave paved roads, be sure all scheduled maintenance and service has
been done, and that you have inspected your vehicle. Pay special attention to the condi- tion of the tyres, and check the tyre pres-
sures.
z MITSUBISHI
MOTORS is not responsible
to the operator for any damage or injury caused or liability incurred by improper and
negligent operation of a vehicle. All techni- ques of vehicle operation depend on the skill and experience of the operator and other par-
ticipating parties. Any deviation from the recommended operating instructions above
is at their own risk.
z Note that the stopping distance required of a
4-wheel drive vehicle differs very little from that of a 2-wheel drive vehicle. When driv-
ing on a snow-covered road or a slippery,
muddy surface, make sure that you keep a
sufficient distance between your vehicle and the one ahead of you.
z The driving posture should be more upright;
adjust the seat to a good position for easy
steering and pedal operation. Be sure to wear
the seat belt.
z After driving on rough roads, check each
part of the vehicle and wash it thoroughlywith water. Refer to the “Inspection and maintenance following rough road opera-
tion” section and “Maintenance” section.CAUT,ONz Setting the drive mode-selector to “4WD
LOCK” to drive on dry paved road will in-
crease fuel consumption, with possible noise and vibration generation.
Turning sharp corners
When turning a sharp corner in “4WD
LOCK” position at low speed, a slight differ-
ence in steering may be experienced similar
to as if the brakes were applied. This is called tight corner braking and results from each of
the 4 tyres being at a different distance from the corner. The phenomenon is typical of 4-wheel drive vehicles. If this occurs, either
straighten out the steering wheel, or change to “2WD” or “4WD AUTO” mode.
On snowy or icy roads
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD AUTO”
or “4WD LOCK” in accordance with the road conditions, and then gradually depress
the accelerator pedal for a smooth start.
NOTEz The use of snow tyres is recommended.
z Maintain a safe distance between vehicles,
avoid sudden braking, and use engine brak- ing (downshifting).CAUT,ONz Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning. Skidding occurs and con- trol of the vehicle could be lost.
Driving on sandy or muddy
roads
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD LOCK”
and then gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keep the pressure on
the accelerator pedal as constant as possible,
and drive at low speed.
CAUT,ONz Do not force the vehicle or drive recklessly
on sandy surfaces. In comparison with nor-
mal road surfaces, the engine and other
drive-system components are put under ex- cessive strain when driving on such a sur-
face. This could lead to accidents.
z If the engine coolant temperature display
flashes on the information screen in the mul-
ti-information display or the engine power
drops suddenly while the vehicle is being driven, park your vehicle immediately in asafe place.
Refer to “Engine overheating” on page
8-04 for details and take the required meas-
ures.
4-wheel drive operation
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:ARN,NGzWhen attempting to rock your vehicle out
of a stuck position, be sure that the area
around the vehicle is clear of people and
physical objects. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for- ward or backward, causing injury or
damage to nearby people or objects.NOTEz Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning; such operations could re-
sult in the vehicle becoming stuck.
z If the vehicle becomes stuck in sandy or
muddy roads, it can often be moved with a rocking motion. Move the selector lever al-
ternately between the “D” (DRIVE) and “R” (REVERSE) positions while pressing lightly on the accelerator pedal.
z Driving on rough roads can cause rust on the
vehicle; wash the vehicle thoroughly as soonas possible after such use.
Climbing/descending sharp
grades
Your vehicle may not provide sufficient hill
climbing ability and engine braking on steep slopes. Avoid driving on steep slopes even
though the vehicle is a 4-wheel drive vehicle.
Driving through water
If the electrical circuits become wet, further
operation of the vehicle will be impossible; therefore, avoid driving through water unless
absolutely necessary. If driving through water is unavoidable, use the following procedure:
Check the depth of the water and the terrain before attempting to drive through it. Drive
slowly to avoid creating excessive water splashing.
CAUT,ONz Never drive through water that is deep
enough to cover wheel hubs, axles or ex- haust pipe. Do not change the selector lever position while driving through water.
Frequent driving through water can adverse-
ly affect the life span of the vehicle; we rec- ommend you to take the necessary measuresto prepare, inspect, and repair the vehicle.
z After driving through water, apply the
brakes to be sure they are functioning prop-
erly. If the brakes are wet and not function-
ing properly, dry them out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal. In-spect each part of the vehicle carefully.Inspection and maintenance
following rough road
operation
After operating the vehicle in rough road
conditions, be sure to perform the following inspection and maintenance procedures:
z Check that the vehicle has not been dam-
aged by rocks, gravel, etc.
z Carefully wash the vehicle with water.
Drive the vehicle slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal in order to dry out the brakes. If the brakes still do
not function properly, we recommend you to have the brakes checked as soon
as possible.
z Remove the insects, dried grass, etc.
clogging the radiator core.
z After driving through water, check the
engine, transmission and differential oil. If the oil or grease is milky or cloudy be-
cause of water contamination, it must be
replaced with new oil or grease.
z Check the inside of the vehicle. If water
entry is found, dry the carpet etc.
z Inspect the headlamps, If the headlamp
bulb is flooded with water, we recom- mend you to have it drained.
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation
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Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles
Tyres and wheels
Since the driving torque can be applied to the 4 wheels, the driving performance of the ve-
hicle when operating in 4-wheel drive is
greatly affected by the condition of the tyres.

Pay close attention to the tyres.
z Install only the specified tyres on all
wheels. Refer to “Tyres and wheels” on page 11-09.
z Be sure all 4 tyres and wheels are the
same size and type.
When it is necessary to replace any of
the tyres or wheels, replace all 4 tyres.
z All tyres should be rotated before the
wear difference between the front and
rear tyres is recognizable.
Good vehicle performance cannot be expec- ted if there is a difference in wear between tyres. Refer to “Tyre rotation” on page 10-12.
z Check the tyre inflation pressure regular-
ly.
CAUT,ONz Always use tyres of the same size, same
type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences. Using tyres of different
size, type, brands or degree of wear, will in-
crease the differential oil temperature, result- ing in possible damage to the driving sys-
tem. Further, the drive train will be subjected
to excessive loading possibly leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other seriousfaults.
Towing
CAUT,ONz Do not tow 4-wheel drive vehicles with the
front or rear wheels on the ground (Type A
or Type B) as illustrated. This could result in damage to the drivetrain, or unstable towing.
If you tow 4-wheel drive vehicles, use Type
C or Type D equipment.
z Even in “2WD” drive mode, the vehicle can-
not be towed with the front or the rear
wheels on the ground.
Jacking up a 4-wheel drive ve-
hicle
:ARN,NGz Do not crank the engine while the vehicle
is jacked up.
The tyre on the ground may turn and the
vehicle may roll off the jack.Braking
All the parts of the brake system are critical
to safety. We recommend you to have the ve- hicle checked at regular intervals according
to the service booklet.
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles
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CAUT,ONzAvoid driving habits that cause heavy brak-
ing and never “ride” the brakes by resting
your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
It causes brake overheating and fade.
Brake system
The service brake is divided into two brake
circuits. And your vehicle is equipped with
power brakes. If one brake circuit fails, the
other is available to stop the vehicle. If you should lose the power assist for some reason, the brakes will still work. In these situations,
even if the brake pedal moves down to the
very end of its possible stroke or resists being
depressed, keep depressing the brake pedal down harder and further than usual; stop
driving as soon as possible and have the
brake system repaired.
:ARN,NGz Do not turn off the engine while your ve-
hicle is in motion. If you turn off the en-
gine while driving, the power assistance for the braking system will stop working
and your brakes will not work effectively.
z If the power assist is lost or if either brake
hydraulic system stops working properly,
have your vehicle checked immediately.Warning display
The brake warning lamp illuminates to indi-
cate a fault in the braking system. A warning
is also displayed on the multi-information display. Refer to “Brake warning lamp” on page 5-44 and “Brake warning display” on
page 5-45.
When brakes are wet
Check the brake system while driving at a
low speed immediately after starting, espe- cially when the brakes are wet, to confirmthey work normally.
A film of water can be formed on the brake
discs and prevent normal braking after driv-
ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, dry
the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal.
When driving downhill
It is important to take advantage of the en-
gine braking by shifting to a lower shift posi- tion while driving on steep downhill roads in order to prevent the brakes from overheating.
:ARN,NGz Do not leave any objects near the brake
pedal or let a floor mat slide under it; do- ing so could prevent the full pedal stroke
that would be necessary in an emergency. Make sure that the pedal can be operatedfreely at all times. Make sure the floor
mat is securely held in place.
Brake pad
z Avoid hard braking situations.
New brakes need to be broken-in by
moderate use for the first 200 km
(124 miles).
z The disc brakes are provided with a
warning device which emits a shrieking
metallic sound while braking if the brake
pads have reached their wear limit. If you hear this sound, have the brake padsreplaced immediately.
:ARN,NGz Driving with worn brake pads will make
it harder to stop, and can cause an acci-
dent.
Braking
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Hill start assist*
The hill start assist makes it easy to start off on a steep uphill slope by preventing the ve-
hicle from moving backwards. It keeps the braking force for about 2 seconds when you
move your foot from the brake pedal to the
accelerator pedal.CAUT,ONz Do not overly rely on the hill start assist to
prevent backwards movement of the vehicle. Under certain circumstances, even when hill
start assist is activated, the vehicle may
move backwards if the brake pedal is not sufficiently depressed, if the vehicle is heav-
ily loaded, or if the road is very steep or slip- pery.
z The hill start assist is not designed to keep
the vehicle stopped in place on uphill slopes for more than 2 seconds.
z When facing uphill, do not rely on using the
hill start assist to maintain a stopped position as an alternative to depressing the brake ped-
al.
Doing so could result in an accident.CAUT,ONz Do not perform the following operation
while the hill start assist is operating.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless operation system@
Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.
[Vehicles equipped with keyless operation
system@
Put the operation mode in OFF or ACC.
The hill start assist could stop operating, which could result in an accident.To operate
1. Stop the vehicle completely using the
brake pedal.
2. On vehicles equipped with M/T, place
the gearshift lever into the 1 st
position.
On vehicles equipped with CVT, place
the selector lever into the “D” position.
NOTEz When reversing on an uphill slope, place the
gearshift lever or the selector lever into the
“R” position.
3. Release the brake pedal and the hill start
assist will maintain the braking force ap-
plied while stopping for approximately 2 seconds.
4. Depress the accelerator pedal and the
hill start assist gradually will decrease the braking force as the vehicle startsmoving.NOTEz The hill start assist is activated when all of
the following conditions are met.

NOTEzThe hill start assist also operates when re-
versing on an uphill slope.Warning display
If an abnormal condition occurs in the sys-
tem, the following display/indicator will turn
on.
-ASC indicatorWarning displayCAUT,ONz If the warning is displayed, the hill start as-
sist will not operate. Start off carefully.CAUT,ONz Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop
the engine.
Restart the engine and check whether the warning display went out, in which case the
hill start assist is again working normally.
If the warning remains displayed or reap-
pears frequently, it is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but the vehicle
should be inspected at a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point as soon
as possible.Brake assist system
The brake assist system is a device assisting
drivers who cannot depress the brake pedal
firmly when it is necessary to do so (such as in emergency stop situations) and provides
greater braking force.

If the brake pedal is depressed suddenly, the brakes will be applied with more force thanusual.
CAUT,ONz The brake assist system is not a device de-
signed to exercise braking force greater than its capacity. Make sure to always keep a suf-
ficient distance between vehicles in front of
you without relying too much on the brake
assist system.NOTEz Once the brake assist system is operational,
it maintains great braking force even if the
brake pedal is lightly released.
To stop its operation, completely remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
z The brake assist system may become opera-
tional when the brake pedal is fully de- pressed even if it has not been depressed suddenly. [Except for vehicles equipped with
Active Stability Control (ASC)@
z When the brake assist system is in use, you
may feel as if the depressed brake pedal is soft, the pedal moves in small motions inconjunction with the sound of the ABS oper- ation, or the vehicle body and the steering
wheel vibrate. This occurs when the brake assist system is operating normally and does
not indicate faulty operation. Continue to
firmly depress the brake pedal.
z You may hear an operation noise when the
brake pedal is suddenly or fully depressed
while stationary. This does not indicate a malfunction and the brake assist system is
operating normally.
Brake assist system
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NOTEzWhen the ABS warning lamp/display or on-
ly ASC warning display illuminate, the
brake assist system in not functioning. [Ve- hicles equipped with Active Stability Con-
trol (ASC)@Emergency stop signal
system*
This is a device that reduces the possibility of rear end collisions by the rapid and automatic
blinking of the hazard warning lamps to alert vehicles approaching from behind during
sudden braking. When the emergency stop signal system operates, the hazard warning
indication lamp in the instrument cluster
blinks rapidly at the same time.
CAUT,ONz If the ABS warning or ASC warning is dis-
played, the emergency stop signal system may not operate.
Refer to “ABS warning lamp/display” on page 6-40.
Refer to “ASC warning display” on page
6-44.NOTEz [Activating condition for the emergency stop
signal system@
It activates when all of the following condi-
tions are met.

zAn operation noise is emitted from the
engine compartment or you can feel a shock from the brake pedal when start
driving immediately after starting the en-
gine. These are normal sounds or opera- tions that the ABS makes when perform-ing a self-check. It does not indicate a
malfunction.
z The ABS can be used after the vehicle
has reached a speed over approximately 10 km/h (6 mph). It stops working when the vehicle slows below approximately5 km/h (3 mph).CAUT,ONz The ABS cannot prevent accidents. It is your
responsibility to take safety precautions and to drive carefully.
z To prevent failure of the ABS, be sure all 4
wheels and tyres are the same size and the
same type.
z Do not install any aftermarket limited-slip
differential (LSD) on your vehicle. The ABS may stop functioning properly.ABS warning lamp/displayWarning lampWarning display
If there is a malfunction in the system, the
ABS warning lamp will come on and the
warning display will appear on the informa- tion screen in the multi-information display.
Under normal conditions, the ABS warning
lamp only comes on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position or the opera- tion mode is put in ON and goes off a few
seconds later.
CAUT,ONz Any of the following indicates that the ABS
is not functioning and only the standard brake system is working. (The standardbrake system is functioning normally.) If this
happens, we recommend you to have your
vehicle inspected as soon as possible.CAUT,ON

If the ABS warning lamp/display and brake warning
lamp/display illuminate at the same timeWarning lampWarning display
The ABS and brake force distribution func- tion may not work, so hard braking could
make the vehicle unstable.
Avoid hard braking and high-speed driving. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and we rec-
ommend you to have it checked.
NOTEz The ABS warning lamp and brake warning
lamp illuminate at the same time and the
warning displays appear alternately on the information screen in the multi-informationdisplay.After driving on icy roads
After driving on snow or icy roads, remove
any snow and ice which may have accumula- ted around the wheels. On vehicles that have
an ABS, be careful not to damage the wheel
speed sensors (A) or the cables located at each wheel.
FrontRear
Electric power steering
system (EPS)
The power steering system operates while the engine is running. It helps reduce the effort
needed to turn the steering wheel.
The power steering system has mechanical
steering capability in case the power assist is lost. If the power assist is lost for some rea-
son, you will still be able to steer your vehi-
cle, but you will notice it takes much more effort to steer. If this happens, have your ve-
hicle inspected at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.:ARN,NGz Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is
moving. Stopping the engine would make the steering wheel extremely hard to turn,
possibly resulting in an accident.
Electric power steering system (EPS)
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NOTEzDuring repeated full-lock turning of the
steering wheel (for example, while you are manoeuvring the vehicle into a parking space), a protection function may be activa-
ted to prevent overheating of the power steering system. This function will make the
steering wheel gradually harder to turn. In
this event, limit your turning of the steering wheel for a while. When the system has
cooled down, the steering action will return to normal.
z If you turn the steering wheel while the vehi-
cle is stationary with the headlamps on, the
headlamps may become dim. This behaviour is not abnormal. The headlamps will returnto their original brightness after a shortwhile.
Electric power steering system
warning display
When there is a malfunction in the system, the warning display will appear on the infor-
mation screen in the multi-information dis- play.
CAUT,ONz If the warning display appears while engine
is running, have the vehicle inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point as soon as possible. It may become
harder to turn the steering wheel.Active stability control
(ASC)*
The Active Stability Control (ASC) takes
overall control of the anti-lock brake system, traction control function and stability control
function to help maintain the vehicle