engine MITSUBISHI LANCER 2012 8.G Owners Handbook
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10TECHNOLOGY
Multi-information Meter Switch (INFO Button) Keyless Entry System
[F.A.S.T. Key][Normal Key]
LOCK
Press: Once – Lock all doors
UNLOCK
Press:  Once – Unlock driver door
  Twice – Unlock all doors
TRUNK (except Sportback)
Press twice to open trunk lid.
PANIC
Press and hold. Press any button 
to turn off panic.
While carrying the F.A.S.T.
key, press the driver’s or 
front passenger’s door 
lock/unlock	switch	A .
Change element by 
pushing the INFO 
button: Warnings, 
Odometer/Tripmeter,
Service reminder, 
Engine coolant 
temperature, Average 
and momentary fuel 
consumption, Driving 
range and average 
speed, etc. Pulling 
up the emergency 
brake offers additional 
choices.
ECO Driving
When the ECO indicator light 
is on, your current driving 
style supports good fuel 
economy.
Lancer and 
Lancer Sportback
Multi-information meter
A
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System light illuminates when one 
or	more	of	your	tires	is	significantly	underinflated.	Please	note	
that changes in the outside temperature may decrease tire 
pressure causing the TPMS light to turn on. If the TPMS light 
remains illuminated, check your tire pressure. 
Warning light 
illuminates when  tire pressure is  too low. Contact MITSUBISHI 
dealer. (May be a 
TPMS system issue or  malfunction.) 
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12FAQ ’ s
Q: What should I do when my engine is hard to start?
A:   Pressing on the accelerator pedal about half way down while cranking the engine may make it easier to start.  When the engine 
starts, release your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Q:  Is my phone compatible with the factory Mitsubishi Bluetooth® Hands Free System?
A:		 Check	the	phone	approval	list,	www.mitsubishicars.com/owners	to	see	if	the	phone	is	Bluetooth® approved.
Q.  Why doesn’t my device (USB, iPhone, Bluetooth® Audio, etc.) work?
A:  You need to press the Mode button to select the appropriate device you want to use.
Q:  How do I use Bluetooth® Audio (if equipped)?
A:  Turn the Audio System power on. Press the CD button several times until B (Bluetooth®) is shown. Connect your Bluetooth® device 
via pairing mode. Playback will start automatically.
Q:  How do I transfer calls from Bluetooth® back to my mobile phone’s handset?
A:  While on the call, press the speech button on your steering wheel and, once prompted, say “Transfer Call.”
Q:    Why does the FUSE Hands-free Link System™ take so long to upload my music from my audio music device?
A:   The Mitsubishi system can read multiple device structures in order to catalog the music files for easy playing and listening. 
Depending on the amount of music you have on your device, this may take a few minutes.
Q:    What are the different ways of playing music from my portable music player through the stereo system in my vehicle, when 
equipped with the FUSE Hands-free Link System™?
A:  There are three ways of playing music through your vehicle’s sound system.
	 •	 USB	port	-	The	FUSE	system	will	find	the	songs	in	your	device	and	categorize	them	according	to	Artist,	Album,	and	Genre.	Then	 you can have the FUSE system find and play the song in your device that you prefer without physically searching your device. 
This is done via voice commands.
	 •	 Bluetooth® Streaming - Once your device is paired to the FUSE system, you can stream music from your device through the  FUSE system to your vehicles sound system. No wires or cords. Your music stops and restarts at the same song when you exit 
and when you re-enter the vehicle. Voice commands are not available.
	 •	 RCA	auxiliary	ports	-	Music	can	be	played	through	a	vehicles	stereo	system	via	the	head	phone	port	of	your	music	device	(An	 RCA to mini headphone jack adapter cable will be needed) Voice command is not available.
Q:  Why can’t I control the music track selection via voice commands while Bluetooth® streaming?
A:  The Mitsubishi system uses AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Programing System) which does not support this function.
Q:   My Lancer is equipped with “Micron Air Filtration”. Where is the filter located and does it need servicing?
A:   The micron air filter is a small filter element which is located in the HVAC box just behind the glove box. 
  The filter should be inspected frequently for debris. The filter works well at filtering incoming air however the filter 
  will clog and lead to reduced outlet air volume if not serviced on a regular basis. 
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Q:  My Lancer has two 12V accessory outlets. What devices can be plugged into these outlets?
A:  Both of these outlets are protected with 15 amp fuses. (The DE Model only has one 12V accessory outlet.) Always check the current 
draw rating of any device prior to use in the vehicle. If the device is rated above 12 amps, this could lead to circuit overload and the 
electrical	fuse	opening	(no	current	flow).
Q:  I only have one remote for the remote start system on my Lancer. Can I get a second one?
A:  No. Only one remote can be programmed per vehicle for security reasons. 
Q:  How can I get the MPG stated on the window sticker?
A:	 Vehicle	driving	styles	will	greatly	affect	MPG.	Avoid	sudden	abrupt	starts	from	a	stop	and	let	the	vehicle	coast	to	the	traffic	light.	 Both of these styles will increase mileage and reduce brake lining wear.
	 •	 Vehicles	are	designed	to	achieve	the	best	fuel	mileage	when	they	are	driven	at	the	speed	limits	on	the	freeway.	Avoid	driving	 over 65 mph.
	 •	 Under	inflated	tires	will	increase	rolling	resistance	and	will	reduce	fuel	mileage.	Check	tire	pressure	frequently	to	increase	miles	 per gallon. Proper tire pressure also ensures optimum tire performance (including tire wear.)  
Q:  How does the Navigation System choose a certain route?
A:  The system takes into account traffic conditions, road types, distance and road width to recommend the route.
Q:  Why does my Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) make a noise?
A:  Each time your vehicle is started and driven a short distance, you will hear the sound of the ABS motor operating from the right front 
engine compartment. This is the normal sound the Anti-Lock Braking System makes when performing a self check.
Q:  Why do my Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers operate on their own when it’s not raining?
A:	 •	 When	the	lever	is	in	the	AUTO	position,	the	rain	sensor	detects	rain	or	snow	and	automatically	turns	on	the	wipers.		
	 •	 The	wipers	may	automatically	operate	when	things	such	as	insects	or	foreign	objects	are	affixed	to	the	windshield	on	top	of	the	 rain sensor or when the windshield is frosted over.
	 •	 To	stop	the	wipers,	place	the	lever	in	the	OFF	position.
Q:  Why does my check engine light come on after I put gas in my car?
A:  There are many reasons why your check engine light may illuminate. Before calling your dealership, make sure the 
  fuel cap is fully engaged and you have heard three clicks when tightening it. After checking and hearing three clicks and 
  driving for a while, if the light is still on, contact your dealership.
Q:  How do I use the emergency key when the F.A.S.T. key battery or vehicle battery is run down?
A:  Remove the emergency key from the F.A.S.T key fob and manually unlock the door. Once inside the vehicle remove the
  ignition switch cover by pressing the release buttons on the top and bottom of the ignition switch cover. Once the
  ignition switch cover is removed insert the emergency key into the ignition switch then re-insert (backwards) the
  F.A.S.T. key fob onto the emergency key. Once the F.A.S.T. key fob is re-inserted (backwards) turn the emergency
  key to start the engine.
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