MITSUBISHI L200 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

NOTEzIf, after a “4HLc”
Y “4LLc” selection has
been made, front and the rear wheel displayscontinue blinking and the desired range is not actually selected, return the drive mode-
selector to its previous position. Place the steering wheel in the straight ahead position, drive the vehicle forward, and release the ac-
celerator pedal. Next, hold down the clutch
pedal (with M/T) or place the selector lever
in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (with A/T),
depress and hold the brake pedal and make
the range selection again.
z If the front and the rear wheel displays blink
when you attempt to make a “4HLc”
Y “4LLc” selection, a “4HLc”
Y “4LLc” se-
lection cannot be made. Stop the vehicle and release the accelerator pedal. Next, hold
down the clutch pedal (with M/T) or place
the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (with A/T), depress and hold the
brake pedal and make the range selection
again.
z If the selector lever is shifted from the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position to the other position
or release the brake pedal during shifting process between “4HLc
Y 4LLc”, the warn- ing display will appear and the shifting proc-
ess will be stopped (A/T).NOTEz If the clutch pedal is released during shifting
process between “4HLc
Y 4LLc”, the warn-
ing display will appear and the shifting proc- ess will be stopped (M/T).
z The Active Stability Control function is sus-
pended while “4LLc” is selected. indica-
tion lamp is illuminated while these func-
tions are suspended. It does not indicate a
problem. When “2H” or “4H” or “4HLc” is selected, this lamp goes out and function
again. Refer to “ASTC indication lamp or ASTC OFF indication lamp” on page 6-78.
z For vehicles with 4N14 engine, when the ve-
hicle speeds near to 110 km/h (68 mph)
while the drive mode-selector is set “4HLc”, the warning display will appear. When youwant the vehicle speeds to exceed speeds of
110 km/h (68 mph), shift the drive mode-se-
lector to “2H” or “4H”.
CAUT,ONz If the warning display is displayed on the in-
formation screen in the multi information
display, a problem has occurred with the Su-
per Select 4WD II and the safety device has activated. Have an inspection made by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point as soon as possible.
Super Select 4WD II*
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Off Road mode*
The Off Road mode is the function that enhances driving smoothly on the off-road by selecting the most suitable engine, transmission, and brake
control according to the road surface conditions when the drive mode position is in “4HLc” or “4LLc”. Also refer to “Super Select 4WD II” on page 6-46.NOTEz If the driver fails to select an appropriate mode in the Off Road mode, driving will be difficult.
z Depending on the mode selected, you may hear the operation noise or feel the vibration, or shock on the vehicle body.

Control mode
It is possible to select the control mode from the following according to the road surface conditions.
Control modeFunctionsDrive mode-selector dial
positionGRAVELSuitable to drive on unpaved road surfaces with gravel and soil.4HLc or 4LLcMUD/SNOWSuitable to drive on muddy areas or deep snows.4HLc or 4LLcSANDSuitable to drive on fine sand areas.4HLc or 4LLcROCKSuitable to drive on the rough road surface such as rocky roads or with some wheels suspen-
ded in the air.4LLcNOTEz When stuck, use the rear differential lock (if so equipped). (Refer to page 6-54.)

Off Road mode*
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Off Road mode-selector opera-tion
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Set the drive mode-selector from “2H”
or “4H” to “4HLc” or “4LLc”. At this
time, the Off Road mode is switched to “GRAVEL” automatically.
3. The control mode is switched in the or-
der of GRAVEL
MUD/SNOW
SAND ROCK *
GRAVEL by
pressing the Off Road mode-selector.
NOTEz When the rear differential lock switch is
turned on while the Off Road mode is acti-
vated, the Off Road mode is returned to
“GRAVEL” automatically if the rear differ-
ential lock switch is turned off.* : Only in 4LLcNOTEz When changing the drive mode-selector to
“4HLc” while the Off Road mode is in
“ROCK” mode, the Off Road mode is
switched to “GRAVEL” automatically.
z When the Off Road mode-selector is held
down while the Off Road mode is activated, the mode set to “GRAVEL”. After the mode
is set, it cannot be changed even if the Off Road mode-selector is pressed. To change
the control mode, restart the engine and press the Off Road mode-selector again.
z The Off Road mode is not activated when
the drive mode is in “2H” or “4H”. If the Off Road mode-selector is pressed when the
drive mode-selector is set to “2H” or “4H”,
the warning display will appear and the op- eration will be cancelled.Off Road mode indicator dis-
play
Example: When “GRAVEL” mode is selec-
ted The selected control mode is displayed on
the Off Road mode indicator display (A). In addition, the selected mode is displayed as an interrupt display on the information screenof the multi information display (B) by
switching the control mode. The control
mode display on the information screen will return to the previous display after a few sec-
onds.
NOTEz The Off Road mode will not operate even if
pressing the Off Road mode-selector in the
following conditions.

NOTE

CAUT,ONzOperate the rear differential switch after the
wheels are stopped. Operating the switch with the wheels turning may cause the vehi-
cle to dart in unexpected directions.NOTEz The rear differential lock does not operate
when the drive mode-selector is in “2H” po-
sition (Easy Select 4WD), “2H” or “4H” po-
sition (Super Select 4WD II).
z When the rear differential is locked with the
drive mode-selector in “4L” or “4H” posi-
tion (Easy Select 4WD), “4LLc” or “4HLc”
position (Super Select 4WD II) changing the drive mode-selector to “2H” position (EasySelect 4WD), “2H” or “4H” position (Super
Select 4WD II) makes the rear differential unlock automatically.
z Vehicles equipped with the colour liquid
crystal display, if the rear differential lock
switch is turned on while driving, the warn-
ing display will appear, the buzzer will sound and the rear differential lock will re-
main deactivated.NOTEz Vehicles equipped with the mono-colour liq-
uid crystal display, if the rear differential lock switch is turned on while driving, the
buzzer will sound and the rear differential
lock will remain deactivated.The rear differential lock indi-
cation lamp/display
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, the rear differential lock indication
lamp/display in the meter cluster illuminates for a few seconds then indicates the rear dif-
ferential lock’s operating status (activated or
deactivated).

[Vehicles equipped with the mono-colour liq- uid crystal display@
[Vehicles equipped with the colour liquid
crystal display@
Rear differential lock*
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NOTEzThe status of the rear differential lock (re-
sulting from depression of the rear differen-
tial lock switch) is shown by blinking or steady illumination of the rear differential
lock indication lamp/display.
>Vehicles equipped with the
mono-colour liquid crystal dis-
play@
The operation state of rear differential lockRear differentiallock indication lamp
Rear differential lockdeactivated
Switching in pro- gressThe operation stateof rear differential lockRear differentiallock indication lamp
Rear differential lock activated
: Blink
: Illuminate (steady)
: Remain off
>Vehicles equipped with the col-
our liquid crystal display@
The operation
state of rear dif- ferential lock
Rear differential lock indication lamp/ displayIndicationlampIndicatordisplay
Rear differentiallock deactivated
The operation
state of rear dif- ferential lock
Rear differential lock indication lamp/ displayIndicationlampIndicatordisplay
Switching in pro- gress
Rear differentiallock activated
: Blink (Drive mode indicator display
also blinks)
: Illuminate (steady)
: Remain off
Rear differential lock*
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NOTEzThe indication lamp/display and drive mode
indicator display (vehicles equipped with the colour liquid crystal display) blink while the
rear differential lock is being switched be- tween its activated and deactivated condi-
tions. When the switching operation is com- plete, the indication lamp/display is either il-
luminated steadily or not illuminated.
z The ASTC and ABS functions are suspen-
ded while the rear differential lock is activa- ted. ASTC indication lamp, ASTC OFF indi-
cation lamp and ABS warning lamp/display are illuminated while these functions are
suspended.
It does not indicate a problem. When the
rear differential lock is disengaged, these lamps go out and function again.
Refer to “ABS warning lamp/display” on
page 6-74, “ASTC indication lamp or
ASTC OFF indication lamp” on page 6-78.
z If the indication lamp/display continues
blinking after the switch has been pressed to deactivate the rear differential lock, hold the
steering wheel in the straight ahead position
then slowly depress and release the accelera- tor pedal several times.
z If the indication lamp/display continues
blinking after the switch has been pressed to
activate the rear differential lock, bear in
mind the following instructions:

Examples of effective use of therear differential lockCAUT,ONz Use the rear differential lock only as an
emergency measure when the vehicle is stuck and cannot be freed with the drivemode-selector in “4L” or “4H” position (Easy Select 4WD) or in “4LLc” or “4HLc”
position (Super Select 4WD II). Deactivate the rear differential lock immediately afterusing it.
When one of the wheels has fall-
en in a ditch
When driving on rocky roads
When the vehicle is unable to move because
one of the wheels is suspended in the air.
When getting out of snow
When the vehicle is unable to get going be- cause one of the wheels is on the snow and
the other on a paved road.
Examples of incorrect use of
the rear differential lock:ARN,NGz If the “4L” or “4H” position (Easy Select
4WD), “4LLc” or “4HLc” position (SuperSelect 4WD II) is selected along with the rear differential lock, the following phe-
nomena appear and it is very dangerous.
Please be sure to release the rear differen- tial lock on normal roads.

:ARN,NGzIf the rear differential lock is used by mis-
take when turning a curve or making a
right or left turn at a crossing or the like:
The vehicle is unable to make a turn and may go straight ahead.:ARN,NGz If the rear differential lock is used by mis-
take except when making an emergencyescape on snow or frozen road: It becomes
difficult to make a steady turn.:ARN,NGz In the case where the condition of the
road is different for the right tyre to drive from the left tyre (such as one tyre on a paved road and the other on ice), direc-
tion of the vehicle may change abruptly
when engine braking or accelerating.
Do not use the rear differential lock ex- cept when making an emergency escape on a snow or frozen road, but drive with
4WD.
Rear differential lock*
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4-wheel drive operation*
By selecting 4-wheel drive, both axles of the vehicle are rigidly connected with each other. This improves the traction characteristics. When
turning sharp corners or moving forward and backward repeatedly, however, the drive line is stressed, which is felt as a braking effect. A 4-wheel
drive vehicle can accelerate more quickly and smoothly.
However, note that the braking distance is not shorter than that of a rear-wheel drive vehicle.
When using 4-wheel drive on rough roads (snow, mud, sand, etc.), it is important to operate the vehicle correctly.:ARN,NGz Control the accelerator pedal, brake pedal, steering wheel, etc. according to the landform and nature of the soil. The driver should accurately grasp
the surrounding circumstances and drive carefully according to the respective circumstances. Especially, the off-road may lead to loss of control
and may cause the vehicle to roll on its side or roof, which may cause an accident resulting in serious personal injury or death in the worst case.NOTEz The driving posture should be more upright and closer to the wheel than usual; 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 thoroughly with water. Refer to the “Vehicle care” section and “Inspection and
maintenance following rough road operation” on page 6-66.
Even a vehicle without the equipment for Off Road mode and rear differential lock (if so equipped) run each road condition.
The vehicle with each equipment set the recommended mode of the list shown below in each road condition, it may help you drive smoothly.
Driving mode
Road conditionsDry paved road
and highwayPacked snow roadGravel roadDeep snow ormuddy roadSandy roadRocky roadEasy Select 4WD o p. 6-372H4H4H or 4L4H or 4L4H or 4L4H or 4L*1
: The Off Road mode and the rear differential lock cannot be used at the same time. When the rear differential lock is set to ON, the Off Road
mode turns off. In addition, when the rear differential lock is ON, the Off Road mode will be deactivated even if the Off Road mode-selector is
operated.
4-wheel drive operation*
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