change MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 2012 4.G Owners Manual

Introduction
N09200100862
Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE
SPYDER.
We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engi-
neered for optimum performance, durability and comfort. By
thoroughly reading this Owner’s Manual, you will gain an
understanding of the many features that are included in the
ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE SPYDER. The Owner’s Manual contains
descriptions and illustrations that will assist in the operation
and maintenance of your vehicle.
Your Authorized Mitsubishi Motors Dealer will be happy to
assist you with any further questions you may have regarding
the operation of your vehicle.
Please note that this manual applies to all ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE
SPYDER models and explains all features including options.
Some features explained in this manual may not be installed on
your vehicle.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained here.
This manual includes instructions for standard and optional
equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and to make additions or improvements in its
product without assuming any obligation to install these on
previously manufactured products.
Throughout this manual the words WA R N I N G and CAUTION
appear.
These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
!
Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE Gives helpful information.
WA R N I N G
!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproduc-
tive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
©2011 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Printed in U.S.A.This vehicle is manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. in
U.S.A. under license from Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.
12PS24_28(NAFTA)_Cover2.fm 1 ページ ２０１０年８月２７日　金曜日　午前１１時４４分

2-14 Seat and restraint systems
2
Seat belt instructions
N00406200314
All seats are equipped with a seat belt which uses one com-
bined lap-and-shoulder belt with an emergency locking retrac-
tor.
This system is designed to provide both comfort and safety. It
permits full extension and automatic retraction of the belts dur-
ing normal vehicle operation. A sensing device inside the belt
retractor is designed to lock the retractor in the event of a sud-
den change in the vehicle’s motion.NOTE
For instructions on installing a child restraint system using
a seat belt, refer to “Installing a child restraint system
using the seat belt” on page 2-31.

To reduce the risk to a front seat passenger of seri-
ous injury or death from a deploying air bag, make
sure the passenger always wears the seat belt prop-
erly, remains seated all the way back and upright in
their seat, and moves the seat as far back as possible.
Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) -
air bag” on page 2-36 for additional information.
Never hold an infant or child in your arms or on
your lap when riding in this vehicle even when you
are wearing your seat belt. Never place any part of
the seat belt you are wearing around an infant or
child. Failure to follow these simple instructions cre-
ates a risk of serious injury or death to your child in
the event of an accident or sudden stop.
Children 12 years old and under should always ride
in the rear seat and be properly restrained. This
reduces their risk of serious injury or death in an
accident, especially due to a deploying front passen-
ger air bag. Refer to “Child restraints” on page 2-24
for additional information.
Any child who is too small to properly wear a seat
belt must be properly restrained in an appropriate
child restraint system. Children 12 years old and
under should be seated only in the rear seat to
reduce their risk of serious injury or death in an
accident, especially from the deployment of a front
passenger air bag.
Infants MUST be placed in a rear-facing child safety
seat and positioned in the rear seat.
In the event of an accident, all seat belt assemblies,
including retractors and attachment hardware,
should be inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer to determine whether replacement is
necessary.
WA R N I N G
!
BK0132701US.book 14 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

Features and controls
3-5
3
NOTE
Electronic immobilizer is not compatible with commer-
cially available remote starting systems. Use of commer-
cially available remote starting systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

A system failure is suspected when the ignition key is
turned to the “START” position, and the engine does not
start. In such a case, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.Replacement keysOnly keys that have been programmed to the vehicle electron-
ics can be used to start the vehicle.
If you lose a key, you can order a key from your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the vehicle keys must
be changed.
Take your vehicle and all remaining keys to your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.
Additional keysTo add a key, you need to register the ID code to the vehicle.
Registering the ID code can be done by your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Or it can be done by yourself (except
for vehicles sold in Canada).
For you to register the ID code yourself, follow the “Customer
key programming” procedure below.
If you choose to have your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer register the ID code, take your vehicle and any remain-
ing keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE
You are provided with 2 keys, but you may add up to 6
more keys.Customer key programming (Except for vehicles
sold in Canada)You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid
(already registered) keys and blank (not registered) immobi-
lizer key (specially cut for your vehicle at your Mitsubishi
Motors dealer) by doing the following:
1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition and turn the igni-
tion to the “ON” position for 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition to the “LOCK” position and remove the
first key.
3. Within 30 seconds of turning the first key to the “LOCK”
position, insert the second valid key into the ignition and
turn it to the “ON” position. About 10 seconds later, the
immobilizer indicator will start blinking.
CAUTION
!
Do not make any alterations or additions to the
immobilizer system. Alterations or additions could
cause failure of the immobilizer.
BK0132701US.book 5 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

Features and controls
3-7
3
General informationYour electronic immobilizer operates on a radio frequency sub-
ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Keyless entry system
N00509000851
Press the remote control transmitter buttons to lock or unlock
the doors and to open the rear hatch (ECLIPSE) or trunk lid
(ECLIPSE SPYDER).
It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic
alarm.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1-
LOCK ( ) button
2-
UNLOCK ( ) button
3-Rear hatch ( ) button (ECLIPSE)/
Trunk ( ) button (ECLIPSE SPYDER)
4- PANIC button
5- Indicator light
BK0132701US.book 7 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

3-10 Features and controls
3
NOTE
The indicator light (5) comes on each time a switch is
pressed.

The keyless entry system does not work if the key is in the
ignition.

The remote control transmitter can be used from about 40
feet (12 m) away. However, this distance may change if
your vehicle is near a TV transmitting tower, a power sta-
tion, or a radio station.

If the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed and no door or rear
hatch or trunk lid is opened within approximately 30 sec-
onds: relocking will automatically occur.

If the following conditions are observed after pressing the
LOCK (1) or UNLOCK (2) button on the remote control
transmitter, the battery in the remote control transmitter
may need to be replaced.
• The doors and the rear hatch or trunk lid cannot be
locked or unlocked.
• The panic alarm cannot be operated.
• The indicator light (5) is dim or does not come on.

If you lose your remote control transmitter, please contact
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for a replacement.

If you wish to obtain an additional remote control trans-
mitter, please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer. A maximum of 4 remote control transmitters can
be programmed for your vehicle.
NOTE
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency
subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Rules (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada
Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Indus-
try Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions.
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
BK0132701US.book 10 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

3-34 Features and controls
3
5. Push the left and right release buttons (A) to unlock the
latch handles (B) and cause them to slightly rise.6. Pull the latch handles (B) toward you until they lock in
position.
NOTE
Make sure the latch handles (B) are securely locked in
place. Operating the electric convertible top without first
locking the latch handles in position could cause the elec-
tric convertible top to malfunction.

If you pull the driver’s-side latch handle (B) while listen-
ing to the audio system, an audible beep will sound and
the audio system’s sound equalization will change to set-
tings that are optimized for operation with the electric
convertible top open.
A
B
B
BK0132701US.book 34 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

3-38 Features and controls
3
2. Pull down both sun visors.
3. Firmly return the latch handles (B) until they click and
lock into position. Return the sun visors to their original
positions.NOTE
If you lock the driver’s-side latch handle (B) while listen-
ing to the audio system, an audible beep will sound and
the audio system’s sound equalization will change to set-
tings that are optimized for operation with the electric
convertible top closed.
Part-open warning buzzer
N00505400033
If you start to drive the vehicle with the top partly open, the
operation indicator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two
flashes per second) and a tone will sound for approximately 5
seconds to indicate that the top is partly open. Stop the vehicle
in a safe place and completely open or close the top.If the electric convertible top malfunctions
N00505500018
If the electric convertible top malfunctions, the operation indi-
cator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and a tone will sound intermittently and slowly
(approximately once per second) to indicate the system fault
when either top switch is operated. If the operation indicator
lamp does not go off when a period of 10 minutes or longer has
elapsed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
WA R N I N G
!
Make sure the latch handles (B) are securely locked
in place. Driving the vehicle without first locking the
latch handles in position could cause the top to open,
resulting in a serious accident.
B
BK0132701US.book 38 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

3-58 Features and controls
3
Type 3When the headlights of the vehicles behind you are very bright,
the reflection factor of the rearview mirror is automatically
changed to reduce the glare.
Normally, use the automatic mode. When the switch (1) is
pressed, the indicator (2) illuminates and the reflection factor
of the mirror is automatically changed.NOTE
Do not hang items on, or spray glass cleaner on the sensor
(3), as reduced sensitivity could result.
Outside rearview mirrors
N00512200150
Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only after making any seat
adjustments so you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mir-
rors while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driving.
Your front passenger’s side mirror is convex. The
objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and
farther away than they appear in a regular flat mir-
ror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of
vehicles following you when changing lanes.
BK0132701US.book 58 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

3-68 Features and controls
3
Proper shift points
N00537400023
Always use care to change the gear with the vehicle speed
matched to the engine speed. Proper shifting will improve fuel
economy and prolong engine life.Upshifting
N00512900030
For the best fuel economy and performance in using your man-
ual transaxle, upshift as listed below.
At low altitude locations, shift at the vehicle speeds listed.
Upshifting earlier during cruise conditions (relatively steady
speeds) will improve your fuel economy.Vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transaxleVehicles equipped with 6-speed manual transaxle
CAUTION
!
Avoid downshifting that may cause the tachometer
pointer to enter the red zone.
This puts the engine at risk of being damaged.
Shift point
Upshift speeds
Acceleration
Cruise
1st gear to 2nd gear 15 mph (24 km/h) 13 mph (21 km/h)2nd gear to 3rd gear 23 mph (37 km/h) 18 mph (29 km/h)3rd gear to 4th gear 34 mph (55 km/h) 33 mph (53 km/h)4th gear to 5th gear 43 mph (69 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h)
Shift point
Upshift speeds
Acceleration
Cruise
1st gear to 2nd gear 13 mph (21 km/h) 16 mph (26 km/h)2nd gear to 3rd gear 22 mph (35 km/h) 28 mph (45 km/h)3rd gear to 4th gear 33 mph (53 km/h) 38 mph (61 km/h)4th gear to 5th gear 44 mph (71 km/h) 46 mph (74 km/h)5th gear to 6th gear 47 mph (76 km/h) 49 mph (79 km/h)
BK0132701US.book 68 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分

Features and controls
3-79
3
Parking
N00515100017
To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully
engage the parking brake, and then move the selector lever to
the “P” (PARK) position.When the automatic transaxle makes no speed change
N00515300064
If the transaxle does not change gears while driving, or your
vehicle does not pick up enough speed when starting on an
uphill slope, it may be that there is something unusual happen-
ing in the transaxle, causing a safety device to activate. Have
your vehicle checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
1. If your vehicle has difficulty moving uphill, shift the
selector lever into 2nd gear of the sports mode.
This method might not work depending on the type of
transaxle malfunction.
2. Once the vehicle is moving on a level road, move the
selector lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.NOTE
When the selector lever position indicator in the instru-
ment cluster flashes, it means that there is an abnormal
condition in the transaxle. Refer to “Selector lever posi-
tion indicator” on page 3-73.
Service brake
N00517500187
Brake pedalOveruse of the brake can cause poor brake response and pre-
mature wear of the brake pads.
When driving down a long or steep hill, use engine braking by
shifting the transaxle into a lower gear (manual transaxle) or a
lower gear of the sports mode (automatic transaxle).
WA R N I N G
!
Do not leave any objects near the brake pedal or let
a floor mat slide under it; doing so could prevent the
full pedal stroke that would be necessary in an emer-
gency. Make sure that the pedal can be operated
freely at all times. Make sure the floor mat is
securely held in place.
CAUTION
!
It is important not to drive the vehicle with your foot
resting on the brake pedal when braking is not
required. This practice can result in very high brake
temperatures, premature pad wear, and possible
damage to the brakes.
BK0132701US.book 79 ページ ２０１０年１２月６日　月曜日　午後２時３分