MITSUBISHI GALANT 2012 9.G Owners Manual

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When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice. Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other
lights)
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If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch and the driver’s
door is opened with the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights automatically turn off.
• If the driver’s door is opened after the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a high-pitched constant tone
will sound to remind you to turn off the lights.
• If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the ignition
switch, a low-pitched tone will sound to remind you to
remove the key.

If the ignition key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion or removed from the ignition switch with the driver’s
door closed and the light switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights will stay on for about 3 minutes and
then turn off automatically.
NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to deactivate the light auto-cutout
function.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.When you want to keep the lights on: If the light switch is turned to the “ ” or “ ” position again
after the engine is turned off, the 3 minute auto-cutout function
described above will not work. The lights (the parking lights,
tail lights and license plate lights) will stay on and will not turn
off automatically. NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to keep the light on for approximately 3
minutes after you leave the vehicle.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
If the light auto-cutout function is reprogrammed, the 3 min-
utes auto-cutout function can be activated using the following
steps.
1. After turning the ignition key to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position or removing it from the ignition switch, set the
light switch to the “OFF” position.
2. Put the light switch back to the “ ” or “ ” position
again and get out of the vehicle.
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3. The light will automatically turn off after 3 minutes.NOTE
When the driver’s door is opened, a continuous high-
pitched tone will sound if the key has been removed; a
continuous low-pitched tone will sound if the key is in the
ignition switch.
The tone stops sounding when the driver’s door is closed.Headlight reminder buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position or removed from the ignition switch while the
lights are on, the tone will sound to remind you to turn off the
lights. The lights will turn off automatically and so will the
tone. Or you can turn the light switch to the “OFF” position to
stop the tone.
Dimmer (high/low beam change)
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To change the headlights from high beam to low beam and vice
versa, pull the turn signal lever to fully toward you (1). Switch
the headlights to low beam as a courtesy whenever there are
oncoming vehicles, or when there is traffic moving ahead of
you. An illuminated blue light in the instrument cluster indi-
cates when the headlights are on high beam.
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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.NOTE
You can flash the high beams by pulling the lever toward
you, even if the light switch is off.

If you turn the lights off with the headlights set to high-
beam illumination, the headlights are automatically
returned to their low-beam setting when the light switch is
next turned to the “ ” position.
Turn signal lever
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When changing lanes, or to making a gradual turn, hold the
lever in the “lane change” position (1). It will return to the neu-
tral position when you let go. Use the full position (2) when
making a normal turn. The lever will return to the neutral posi-
tion when the turn is complete. There may be times when the
lever does not return to the neutral position. This usually hap-
pens when the steering wheel is turned only slightly. You can
easily return the lever by hand.
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NOTE
A light in the instrument panel flashes to show when the
front and rear turn signal lights are working properly.
If this light flashes faster than usual, check for a burned
out lamp bulb or malfunctioning connection.
If the panel light does not come on when the lever is
moved, check for a blown fuse or a burned out bulb in the
panel.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to select whether the tone will sound or
not sound when the turn signal lights are activated.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
Hazard warning flasher switch
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If you press the flasher switch, the front and rear turn signals
will flash intermittently, and so will the hazard warning lights.
This is an emergency warning system and should not be used
when the vehicle is in motion, except for emergencies.
If you need to leave your vehicle, the flashers will keep work-
ing after the ignition key is removed. NOTE
If you keep the flashers on for several hours with the
engine turned off, the battery will run down.

For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to select whether the tone will sound or
not sound when the hazard warning flashers are activated.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
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(if so equipped)
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The fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are on low
beam. Press the switch to illuminate. Press the switch again to
turn the lights off.
The indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate while the
fog lights are on.NOTE
If the headlights are switched to high beam, the fog lights
will go out; they will illuminate again when the headlights
are switched back to low beam.

If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF” or “ ” posi-
tion while the front fog lights are illuminated, they will
automatically turn off. They can be turned back on again
by rotating the light switch back to “ ” position, and
pressing the front fog light switch once again.
Do not use fog lamps except in conditions of fog, other-
wise excessive lamp glare may temporarily blind oncom-
ing vehicle drivers.
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3 Instrument panel light dimmer control
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted
by turning this control while the light switch is in the “ ” or
“ ” position.
Wiper and washer switch
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Windshield wipersThe windshield wipers wipe when the wiper lever is moved as
shown in the illustration and the ignition key is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position.
1- Bright
2- Dark
CAUTION
!
Always perform adjustments before driving.
Do not attempt to adjust while driving, as it could
cause an accident.
MIST- Misting function
The wipers will wipe one time
OFF- Off
INT- Speed sensitive intermittent operation
Interval between wiper sweeps vary in accordance with
vehicle speed.
LO- Slow
HI- Fast
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NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, Mitsubishi Multi-Communication Sys-
tem can be used to enable and disable speed-sensitive
operation of the wipers.
For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.To adjust intermittent intervalsWith the lever in the “INT” (speed-sensitive) position, the
intermittent intervals can be adjusted by turning the knob (A).
Misting functionMove the lever in the direction of the arrow and release, and
the wipers will operate once.
Use this function when you are driving in mist or drizzle.
If the lever is held in the upward position (MIST), the wipers
continue operating until the lever is released.
1- Fast
2- Slow
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Windshield washer
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To turn on the windshield washer, pull the lever toward you
with the ignition key in either the “ON” or “ACC” position.
The wipers will wipe automatically several times when the
washer fluid is sprayed.
To turn off the spray, release the lever.
Precautions to observe when using wipers and
washers
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NOTE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. This
could scratch the glass and wear the wiper blades prema-
turely.

Before using the wipers in cold weather, check to be sure
that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield.
Using the wipers while the blades are frozen could cause
the wiper motor to burn out.

If the wipers become blocked by ice or other deposits on
the glass, the motor may still burn out even if the wiper
switch is OFF. If deposits form on the windshield, park
your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine, and clean
the glass so that the wipers can operate smoothly.

Avoid using the washer for more than 20 seconds at a
time. Do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir
is empty or the pump may fail.

During cold weather, add a recommended washer solution
that will not freeze in the washer reservoir. Otherwise the
washer may not work or may be damaged.
CAUTION
!
If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer
fluid sprayed onto the glass might freeze, blocking
your view. In cold weather, heat the glass with the
defroster before using the washer.
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Replace the wiper blades when they are worn. Use the
proper size replacement blades. If you have questions, ask
your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Electric rear window defogger switch
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The electric rear window defogger can be used with the igni-
tion key in the “ON” position.
The indicator light (A) will come on when you press the elec-
tric rear window defogger switch. Electric current will flow
through the heating wires on the rear window to help clear
away moisture or frost.
After about 17 minutes of operation, the system will shut off
automatically.
To switch the defogger OFF before 17 minutes have passed,
press the switch again. The indicator light will go out and the
defogger will turn off.
If you need the defogger for more than 17 minutes, press the
switch again. This will add 17 more minutes.
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NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, mist can
also be removed from the outside rearview mirrors when
the rear window defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to
“Heated mirror” on page 3-33.)
Horn switch
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To honk the horn, press near the “ ” mark on the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
!
The rear window defogger is not designed to melt
snow. Remove any snow manually before using the
rear window defogger.
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.
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items that are
attached with adhesive over the grid wires on the
rear window.
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a soft
cloth and wipe lightly over the grid wires.
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