fuel type MITSUBISHI LANCER 2012 8.G Owners Manual

Overview
Outside (Front)
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[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type]
Front turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55, 7-70
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-234,
7-55, 7-66
Headlights, low beam
P.3-234, 7-55, 7-58
Headlights, high beam P.3-234, 7-55, 7-61[For vehicles with high intensity discharge head-
lights type]
Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-234, 7-55, 7-65
Daytime running lights P.7-55, 7-63 Except for RALLIART
Windshield wiper and washer
P. 3 - 2 4 6
Engine compartment P.7-7
Engine hood P.7-4Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-74
Fuel tank filler
P. 1 - 4
Outside rearview mirrors P.3-83
Side turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55
Front fog lights (if so equipped) P.3-245, 7-55, 7-72Locking and unlocking P.3-51
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-9
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-17
Front turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55, 7-70
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-234,
7-55, 7-68
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Overview
Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-74
Windshield wiper and washer
P.3-246
Engine compartment P.7-7
Engine hood P.7-4Locking and unlocking P.3-51
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-9
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-17
Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Outside rearview mirrors
P. 3 - 8 3
Side turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55
Front fog lights P.3-245, 7-55, 7-75
[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type][For vehicles with high intensity discharge head-
lights type] RALLIART
Front turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55, 7-70
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-234,
7-55, 7-66
Headlights, low beam P.3-
234, 7-55, 7-58
Headlights, high beam P.3-234, 7-55, 7-61Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-234, 7-55, 7-65
Daytime running lights P.7-55, 7-63 Front turn-signal lights P.3-243, 7-55, 7-70
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-234,
7-55, 7-68
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General information
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Ethanol (Gasohol) A mixture of up to 10 % ethanol (grain alcohol) and 90 %
unleaded gasoline may be used in your vehicle, provided the
octane number is at least as high as that recommended for
unleaded gasoline. Methanol Do not operate your vehicle on gasoline containing methanol
(wood alcohol). Using this type of alcohol could adversely
affect the vehicle’s performance and damage critical parts of
the vehicle’s fuel system.Reformulated gasoline Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning
fuel referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.
Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and is specially
blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation strongly supports the use of
reformulated gasoline. Properly blended reformulated gasoline
has no adverse effect on vehicle performance or the durability
of the engine and fuel system. MMT (methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tri-
carbonyl)MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasolines to increase the octane number.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation recommends using gasolines
without MMT.
Use of gasolines blended with MMT may adversely affect per-
formance, and cause the malfunction indicator on your instru-
ment panel to come on. If this happens, contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for
assistance.
Sulfur in gasoline Your vehicle may have been designed to satisfy California’s
low-emission regulations based on clean-burning low-sulfur
gasoline. Gasoline sold in parts of the country other than Cali-
fornia is allowed to have a higher sulfur content. Using such
gasoline could adversely affect the vehicle’s catalytic converter
and cause the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “CHECK ENGINE”) to come on. Illumi-
nation of this indicator while you are using high-sulfur gaso-
line does not necessarily mean the vehicle’s emission-control
system is malfunctioning. Your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer may suggest you try using a different, lower-sulfur
brand of unleaded gasoline to determine whether the problem
is fuel-related.NOTE
Poor-quality gasoline can cause problems such as poor
starting, stalling during idling, abnormal engine noise, and
poor acceleration. If you experience any of these prob-
lems, try using a different brand of gasoline. If the engine
malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“CHECK ENGINE”) flashes, have the vehicle inspected
as soon as possible by the nearest authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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3-112 Features and controls
3Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Trans-
mission)
(if so equipped)
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The Twin Clutch SST is a transmission that, through integrated
control of the engine and transmission, is able to achieve both
the smooth shifting of an automatic transaxle and the accelera-
tion and fuel economy close to a manual transaxle. In addition,
the control mode can be selected from two types to suit the
driving conditions.
Together with manual shifting, the transmission is capable of
responding to a variety of driving circumstances.
Twin Clutch SST control mode→ P.3-120
Manual shift → P.3-122
Gearshift lever operation
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As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a
Twin Clutch SST have a shift-lock device that holds the gear-
shift lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To move the gearshift
lever from the “P” (PARK) position to another position, follow
the steps below.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.
2. Move the gearshift lever to the desired position.NOTE
The gearshift lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to
another position if the ignition switch is at the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position, or the key has been removed, or if the
brake pedal is not pressed and held down.
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Features and controls
3-181
3 Multi-information display
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The multi-information display displays warnings, the odometer, trip odometer, service reminder, engine coolant temperature, fuel
remaining, outside temperature, Twin Clutch SST control mode, ACD control mode, gearshift lever position, selector lever posi-
tion, all-wheel drive operation status, average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, average speed, instrument bright-
ness, etc.
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and units used on the multi-information display.
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position (Manual transaxle)
Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2
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Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position) → P.3-183
2- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” posi-
tion) → P.3-183
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF”
position) → P.3-185
3- Door ajar warning display screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position) → P.3-187
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Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON”
position) → P. 3 - 1 8 9
5- Active stability control (ASC) OFF display screen (if so
equipped) → P. 3 - 1 8 9
6- Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” posi-
tion) → P.3-189
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON”
position) → P. 3 - 1 9 4
7- Outside temperature display screen → P.3-196
8- Fuel remaining display screen → P. 3-196
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3-182 Features and controls
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NOTE
The fuel units, temperature units, display language, and
other settings can be changed.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.

The display screen is different depending on whether the
ignition switch in the “OFF” or “ON” position.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position)” on page 3-183.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch in the
“OFF” position)” on page 3-217.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch turned
from “OFF” to “ON” position)” on page 3-187.
Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-189.
Refer to “Warning display list (With ignition switch in the
“ON” position)” on page 3-219.
Multi-information meter switch
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The multi-information meter switch is a button marked
“INFO” on the left side of the dash.
Each time the multi-information meter switch is operated, a
sound is emitted and the multi-information display changes
between information such as warnings, odometer, trip odome-
ter, service reminder, engine coolant temperature (Type 1),
average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, and
average speed and ACD control mode display (if so equipped).
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and
units used on the multi-information display by operating the
multi-information meter switch.
9- Engine coolant temperature display (if so equipped) → P. 3 -
189
10- Twin Clutch SST control mode display screen (Twin Clutch
SST) → P.3-122
11- Selector lever position display screen (CVT) → P.3-103
Gearshift lever position display screen (Twin Clutch SST) →
P. 3 - 1 1 4
12- Drive mode indicator display screen (CVT) (if so equipped)
→ P. 3 - 1 8 8
ACD control mode display screen (Twin Clutch SST) → P. 3 -
133
13- ECO mode indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-196
14- Gearshift indicator display screen (if so equipped) → P.3-96
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3-190 Features and controls
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NOTE
While driving, the function setting screen is not displayed
even if you operate the multi-information meter switch.
Always park the vehicle in a safe place before operating.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.

When there is information to be announced, such as a sys-
tem fault, the tone sounds and the screen display is
changed.
Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in
the “ON” position)” on page 3-194.
When there is no warning display
When there is a
warning display
When there is no warning display
When there is a
warning display Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
1-
Odometer (Type 1)/Trip odometer
2-
Odometer (Type 1)/Trip odometer
3- Service reminder
4- Engine coolant temperature display (Type 1)
5- Driving range display (Type 1)
6- Average speed display, average fuel consumption display,
momentary fuel consumption display (Type 1)
7- Driving range display, momentary fuel consumption display
(Type 2)
8- Average fuel consumption display, momentary fuel con-
sumption display (Type 2)
9- Average speed display, momentary fuel consumption display
(Type 2)
10- Function setting screen
11- Redisplay of a warning display screen
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3-192 Features and controls
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Average speed displayThis displays the average speed from the last reset to the
present.
There are 2 types of mode settings as follows.
For details on how to change the average speed display setting,
refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch
in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.
Manual reset mode

When the average speed is being displayed, if you hold
down the multi-information meter switch, the average
speed displayed at that time is reset.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
from the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the mode setting
changes automatically from manual to auto.
Switching to auto occurs automatically. If switching to
manual mode is done, however, the data from the last
reset is displayed.
Auto reset mode

When the average speed is being displayed, if you hold
down the multi-information meter switch, these calcula-
tions will be reset to zero.

When the ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for about 4 hours or more, the average
speed display will automatically reset.NOTE
The average speed display and the average fuel consump-
tion display can be reset separately in both auto reset
mode and manual reset mode.

“---” is displayed when the average speed cannot be mea-
sured.
The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
(mph or km/h).
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.

The average speed display memories for auto reset mode
and manual reset mode are erased if the battery is discon-
nected.
Average fuel consumption displayThis displays the average fuel consumption from the last reset
to the present.
There are 2 types of mode settings as follows.
For details on how to change the average fuel consumption dis-
play setting, refer to “Changing the function settings (With
ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.
The “ ” mark in the momentary fuel gauge shows the average
fuel consumption. (Type 2)
Manual reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information meter switch, the
average fuel consumption displayed at that time is reset.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
from the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the mode setting
changes automatically from manual to auto.
Switching to auto occurs automatically. If switching to
manual mode is done, however, the data from the last
reset is displayed.
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Features and controls
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Auto reset mode

When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if
you hold down the multi-information meter switch, these
calculations will be reset to zero.

When the ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for about 4 hours or more, the average
speed display will automatically reset. NOTE
The average speed display and the average fuel consump-
tion display can be reset separately in both auto reset
mode and manual reset mode.

“---” is displayed when the average fuel consumption can-
not be measured.

The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.

Average fuel consumption may vary depend on the driv-
ing conditions (road conditions, how you drive, etc.) The
actual fuel consumption may differ from the fuel con-
sumption displayed, so treat the fuel consumption dis-
played as just a rough guideline.

The average fuel consumption display memories for auto
reset mode and manual reset mode are erased if the battery
is disconnected.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
{mpg (US), mpg (UK), L/100 km or km/L}.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.
Momentary fuel consumption displayWhile driving, the momentary fuel consumption is shown with
a bar graph.
When the momentary fuel consumption surpasses the average
fuel consumption, the momentary fuel consumption is dis-
played with a green bar graph. (Type 2)
Be conscious of maintaining the momentary fuel consumption
above the average fuel consumption, it can help you drive with
the better fuel consumption.NOTE
When the momentary fuel consumption cannot be mea-
sured, a bar graph is not shown.

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units
{mpg (US), mpg (UK), L/100 km or km/L}.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.

It is possible to cancel the green bar graph.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.Function setting screenThe “Display language”, “Temperature unit”, “Fuel consump-
tion unit”, and “Average fuel consumption and speed reset
method” settings can be modified as desired.
For further details, refer to “Changing the function settings
(With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.
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3-202 Features and controls
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NOTE
To return the menu screen to the function setting screen,
press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more).

If no operations are made within about 15 seconds of the
menu screen being displayed, the display returns to the
function setting screen.
4. Select the item to change on the menu screen and change
to the desired setting. For further details on the operation
methods, refer to the following sections.
Refer to “Changing the reset mode for average fuel con-
sumption and average speed” on page 3-202.
Refer to “Changing the fuel consumption display unit” on
page 3-204.
Refer to “Changing the temperature unit” on page 3-206.
Refer to “Changing the display language” on page 3-206.
Refer to “Changing the language on Mitsubishi Multi-
Communication System or Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface to
match the multi-information display (if so equipped)” on
page 3-207.
Refer to “Operation sound setting” on page 3-209.
Refer to “Changing the amount of time until “REST
REMINDER” is displayed” on page 3-210.
Refer to “Changing the turn signal sound” on page 3-211.
Refer to “Changing the momentary fuel consumption dis-
play (Type 2)” on page 3-212.
Refer to “Returning to the factory settings” on page 3-
213.
Changing the reset mode for average fuel consumption
and average speed
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You can change the mode condition for the average fuel con-
sumption and average speed display to “Auto reset” or “Man-
ual reset”.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-201.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
“AVG” (average fuel consumption and average speed set-
ting).
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