lights MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION 2010 10.G User Guide

3-12 Features and controls
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Using the panic alarm
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If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may acti-
vate the alarm to call attention as follows:
1. Press the PANIC button (4) for more than 1 second.
2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.
3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the remote con-
trol transmitter.Replacement remote control transmitters
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Only remote control transmitters programmed with the vehi-
cle’s electronics can lock or unlock all doors.
If you lose the remote control transmitter, you can order a
remote control transmitter from an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer by referring to the key number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID codes for all the remote control
transmitters except the one for the lost key must be pro-
grammed again.
Take your vehicle and all the remaining remote control trans-
mitters to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your
ID codes programmed again.
Additional remote control transmitters
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To add a remote control transmitter, you must already have one
registered remote control transmitter.
Registering the ID code can be done by yourself or by your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. For you to register the ID
code yourself, follow the “Customer remote control transmitter
programming” procedure below.
If you choose to have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
register the ID code, take your vehicle and all remaining keys
to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE

You are provided with two remote control transmitters,
but you may register up to eight remote control transmit-
ters.
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Operating range for starting the engine
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The operating range is the interior of the vehicle.NOTE

Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is within the operating range, it
may not be possible to start the engine if the key is in a
storage space such as the glove compartment, on top of
the instrument panel, or in the door pocket or trunk com-
partment.


Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is outside the vehicle, it may be
possible to start the engine if the key is close to a door or
door window.
To operate using the F.A.S.T.-key
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To l o c kWhile carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, press the LOCK switch (A) of
the driver’s door or front passenger door within the operating
range to lock all the doors.
The turn signal lights will blink once and the buzzer will sound
once.
Also refer to “Door locks”and “Power door locks” on pages 3-
53 and 3-56 respectively.
*: Front of the vehicle
:Operating range
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NOTE

In cases such as the following, the F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
 There is a F.A.S.T.-key in the passenger compartment
 A door is open or ajar
 The ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK”
 The emergency key is inserted into the ignition switch


When the vehicle is locked, the theft alarm system pre-
pares to enter the armed stage.
Refer to “Theft-alarm system” for further details on page
3-63.


Pull the handle of a door within about 3 seconds of lock-
ing to confirm that the vehicle is locked.


If the handle is operated 3 seconds or more after the vehi-
cle is locked, the doors are unlocked again.
The time within which locking confirmation is possible
can be adjusted. See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
To unlock (Driver’s and passenger doors)While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key within the operating range,
hold the handle of the driver’s door to unlock the driver’s door
only, or hold the handle of the front passenger door to unlock
all doors.
The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal
lights will blink twice and the buzzer will sound twice.
Also refer to “Door locks” and “Power door locks” on pages 3-
53 and 3-56 respectively.
Hold the handle of the driver’s door to unlock only the driver’s
door.NOTE

Settings can be changed so that all doors are unlocked
automatically by F.A.S.T.-key operation.
Refer to “Setting of door unlock function” on page 3-47.
Driver’s door handle
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The vehicle may not be unlocked if the door handle is
operated too quickly. If this happens, hold the handle
again and after confirming that the vehicle is unlocked,
pull the handle.


If the F.A.S.T.-key is within the operating range of the
external transmitter, the F.A.S.T.-key could function and
unlock the doors when a door handle is exposed to a large
amount of water, such as when washing the vehicle or
during heavy rain. If this happens, the vehicle re-locks
automatically after about 30 seconds.
The amount of time after unlocking until the vehicle
relocks automatically can be adjusted. See an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.


Function settings can be modified as stated below.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.
 Activating the operation confirmation function (blinking
of the hazard warning lights) only during locking, or
only during unlocking.
 Deactivating the operation confirmation function (blink-
ing of the hazard warning lights) and buzzer.
 Modifying the number of blinkings in the operation con-
firmation function (blinking of the hazard warning
lights).
 Making the buzzer sound when the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment when all the
doors are closed.
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Starting the engineYour vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system. This is a system that automatically controls
fuel injection. There is usually no need to depress the accelera-
tor pedal when starting the engine.
The starter motor should not be run for more than 15 seconds at
a time.
To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts
to restart the engine.
Normal conditions
To start your vehicle:
Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fas-
tened.
1. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
2. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).NOTE

For models equipped with a manual transaxle, the starter
will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(Clutch interlock). This is a safety feature.3. On vehicles with manual transaxle, place the gearshift
lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, make sure the gear-
shift lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
NOTE

On vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, the starter will not
operate unless the gearshift lever is in the “P” (PARK)
position or the gearshift lever is in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position with the brake pedal depressed.
For safety reasons, start the engine in the “P” (PARK)
position so that the wheels are locked.
4. While pushing the ignition switch from “LOCK” (PUSH
OFF) to “LOCK” (PUSH ON), set the ignition switch to
the “ON” position and confirm that all warning lights and
warning displays are operating properly.
5. Without pressing the accelerator pedal, slowly turn the
ignition switch to the “START” position to start the
engine. Release the ignition switch when the engine starts.
NOTE

Minor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.
At extremely cold ambient temperature
If the engine won’t start, press the accelerator pedal about half-
way down while cranking the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.
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4. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
5. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).NOTE

For models equipped with a manual transaxle, the starter
will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(Clutch interlock). This is a safety feature.
6. On vehicles with manual transaxle, place the gearshift
lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with SST, make sure the gearshift lever is in
the “P” (PARK) position.
NOTE

On vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, the starter will not
operate unless the gearshift lever is in the “P” (PARK)
position or the gearshift lever is in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position with the brake pedal depressed.
For safety reasons, start the engine in the “P” (PARK)
position so that the wheels are locked.
7. Turn the emergency key with the F.A.S.T.-key to the
“ON” position and make certain that all warning lights
and warning displays are functioning properly before
starting the engine.
8. Turn the emergency key with the F.A.S.T.-key to the
“START” position without pressing the accelerator pedal.
Release the emergency key with the F.A.S.T.-key when
the engine starts.9. Remove the F.A.S.T.-key from the emergency key.
NOTE

Minor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.
NOTE

If the emergency key is attached to a key ring, it may
become impossible to insert the F.A.S.T.-key into the
emergency key, and it may prevent the engine from being
started. When using the emergency key to start the engine,
first remove the key from the key ring.
At extremely cold ambient temperature
If the engine won’t start, press the accelerator pedal about half-
way down while cranking the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.
WA R N I N G
!

Make sure to remove the F.A.S.T.-key from the
emergency key after the engine is started.
If not removed, the F.A.S.T.-key could fall to the
floor, which could disturb the pedal operation. Fur-
thermore, the F.A.S.T.-key could prevent the
driver’s knee airbag from inflating normally or
could be propelled to cause serious injury if the air-
bag inflates.
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Keyless entry system
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Press the remote control transmitter buttons to lock or unlock
the doors and to open the trunk lid.
It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic
alarm.
To l o c k
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Press the LOCK button (1) to lock all the doors.
The turn signal lights will also blink once.NOTE

If you press the LOCK button (1) twice quickly, the horn
will sound once.
To unlock
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Press the UNLOCK button (2) to unlock the driver’s door only.
Within about 2 seconds, press the UNLOCK button one more
time to unlock all the doors.
The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal
lights will also blink twice.
The front side-marker and parking lights will also turn on for
about 30 seconds. Refer to “Welcome light” on page 3-205.NOTE

On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.


The door unlock function can be set so that all doors
unlock when the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed once.
Refer to “Setting of door unlock function” on page 3-47.
To open the trunk lid
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Press the trunk button (3) twice within about 5 seconds and the
trunk lid will be opened. The trunk lid must be closed manually
after it has been opened.
1-
LOCK ( ) button
2-
UNLOCK ( ) button
3-
Trunk ( ) button
4-
PANIC ( ) button
5- Indicator light
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3-46 Features and controls
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Answerback function
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Setting of the horn, turn signal lights and buzzer of the keyless
entry system answerback function can be changed as required.
This is done with the key removed from the ignition switch.NOTE

The answerback function does not operate when the key is
in the ignition switch or any door is opened.
Horn deactivation/reactivation
The horn answerback function can be set to the following three
conditions.
Each time the horn answerback function is set, a chime will
sound to tell you the condition of the answerback function.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. If you
started the engine with the key, remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head-
lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.4. Release in sequence the UNLOCK and LOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the UNLOCK button in step
3.
NOTE

On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.
Changing the setting of the turn signal lights answerback
function
The turn signal lights answerback function can be set to the fol-
lowing seven conditions.
Each time the turn signal lights answerback function is set, a
chime will sound to tell you the condition of the answerback
function.
Number of
chimes
Condition
One chime The horn will not sound.
Two chimes The horn will sound.
Four chimesThe horn will sound if the LOCK button (1) is
pressed twice quickly.
Number of chimes
Condition
To l o c k
To u n l o c k
One chime One flash Two flashes
Two chimes One flash No flash
Three chimes No flash Two flashes
Four chimes Two flashes One flash
Five chimes No flash One flash
Six chimes Two flashes No flash
Seven chimes No flash No flash
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1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. If you
started the engine with the key, remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head-
lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Press the UNLOCK button (2) for 4 to 10 seconds and
press the LOCK button (1) during this time.
4. Release in sequence the UNLOCK and LOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button in step 3.NOTE

On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.
Buzzer deactivation/reactivation
The buzzer answerback function can be turned ON or OFF as
required.
NOTE

On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.
Setting of door unlock function
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The door unlock function can be set to the following two con-
ditions.
Each time the door unlock function is set, a chime will sound to
tell you the condition of the door unlock function.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. If you
started the engine with the key, remove the key from the
ignition switch.
2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head-
lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.
4. Release in sequence the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button in step 3.NOTE

On a vehicle equipped with a Mitsubishi Multi-Communi-
cation System, the functions can be adjusted on the
screen. For details, refer to a separate operation manual.
Number of
chimes
Condition
One chime All doors unlock
Two chimes Driver’s door unlock only
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3-48 Features and controls
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Using the panic alarm
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If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you can acti-
vate the alarm to call attention as follows:
1. Press the PANIC button (4) for more than 1 second.
2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.
3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the remote con-
trol transmitter.
Replacement F.A.S.T.-keys
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Only a F.A.S.T.-key, which has been programmed into the
vehicle’s electronics, can lock and unlock all the doors, and
start the engine.
If you lose the F.A.S.T.-key, you can order a F.A.S.T.-key from
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key
number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID codes for all the F.A.S.T.-keys
except the one for the lost F.A.S.T.-key must be programmed
again.
Take your vehicle and all the remaining F.A.S.T.-keys to your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID codes
programmed again.Additional F.A.S.T.-keys
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To add a F.A.S.T.-key, you must already have two registered
F. A . S . T. - k e y s .
Registering the ID code can be done by an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer. Or it can be done by yourself (except for
vehicles sold in Canada). For you to register the ID code your-
self, follow the “Customer F.A.S.T.-key programming” proce-
dure below.
If you choose to have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
register the ID code, take your vehicle and all remaining
F.A.S.T.-keys to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE

You are provided with two F.A.S.T.-keys, but you may
register up to four F.A.S.T.-keys.
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