ignition MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2014 6.G Workshop Manual

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3 Wa r n i n g l i g h t s
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Brake warning light and buzzer
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This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON.
When the engine is started, the light should go off a few sec-
onds later.
The warning light also illuminates after starting the engine
under the following conditions.

When the parking brake is still applied.

When the brake fluid level is low.

When the brake system circuit is not working properly.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and
the parking brake applied, a buzzer will sound to inform the
driver that the parking brake is not properly release.
Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is fully released
and the brake warning light is off.
CAUTION
!
If the brake warning light and the Anti-lock braking
system warning light are illuminated at the same
time, the braking force distribution function will not
operate, the vehicle may be destabilized during sud-
den braking under the following conditions.
• When the brake warning light does not go out even
when the parking brake is released.
• When the brake warning light stays on while driv-
ing.If the above occurs, avoid sudden braking and high-
speed driving. Park the vehicle in a safe place, and
contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.

The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the follow-
ing manner when brake performance is deterio-
rated.
• Confirm that the vehicle slows down when you
press down on the brake pedal harder than usual.
In some cases, the brake pedal may go all the way
to the floor.
• Should the brakes fail, use engine braking to
reduce your speed and slowly apply the parking
brake.
Depress the brake pedal to illuminate the stop
lights and to alert the vehicles behind you.
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Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)
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This indicator is a part of the onboard diagnostic (OBD) sys-
tem which monitors the emissions, engine control system or
continuously variable transmission (CVT) control system. If a
problem is detected in one of these systems, this indicator illu-
minates or flashes. When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, this indica-
tor normally comes on and goes off after the engine has started.
This indicator will come on if the fuel tank filler cap is not
properly tightened. If this indicator comes on and stays on after
refueling, stop the engine and check that the cap is properly
tightened. (Turn the cap clockwise until you hear clicking
sounds.)
If this indicator does not go off after several seconds or lights
up while driving, have the system checked as soon as possible
at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
NOTE
Do not disconnect the battery cable when the engine mal-
function indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”) is on.
The engine electronic control module stores critical OBD
information (especially exhaust emission data), which
may be lost if the battery cable is disconnected while the
engine malfunction indicator is on. This will make it diffi-
cult to diagnose the cause of future problems.
CAUTION
!
Driving for a long time with the engine malfunction
indicator on may cause more damage to the emission
control system. This could also affect fuel economy
and drivability.
If this indicator does not come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position or the opera-
tion mode is put in ON, have the system checked at
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice.

If the engine malfunction indicator comes on while
the engine is running, avoid driving at high speeds.
During vehicle operation with the indicator on, the
vehicle may not accelerate when you depress the
accelerator pedal.
When the vehicle is stationary with the indicator on,
you must depress the brake pedal more firmly than
usual since the engine idling speed is higher than
usual and a vehicle with a CVT has a stronger ten-
dency to creep forward.
CAUTION
!
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Charging system warning light
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunction in the charg-
ing system or when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON. When
the engine is started, the light should go out. Check to make
sure that the light has gone out before driving.Oil pressure warning light
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This light comes on when the engine oil pressure is below nor-
mal. If the light stays on while driving, stop the engine as soon
as possible. Do not run the engine until the cause of the low oil
pressure is corrected.
High coolant temperature warning light - red
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This light comes on in red if the coolant temperature becomes
excessively high.NOTE
The high coolant temperature warning light may illumi-
nate when the vehicle has been driven at high speeds or on
hilly roads. This illuminating does not necessarily indicate
a problem. It should stop if you keep the engine running
for a while or continue driving the vehicle.
CAUTION
!
If the warning light stays on while the engine is run-
ning, park your vehicle in a safe place as soon as
possible and contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to
have the system checked.
CAUTION
!
If this light comes on when the engine oil level is not
low, have your vehicle checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
This warning light does not show the amount of oil
in the crankcase. This can only be determined by
checking the oil level with the dipstick with the
engine turned off.
CAUTION
!
If the light comes on during vehicle operation, it
indicates that the engine is possibly overheating.
Continued driving could make the engine fail.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and take
appropriate action. (Refer to “Engine overheating”
on page 6-5.)
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Vehicles equipped with daytime running lights
[When the engine is started, and the parking brake is released]
The daytime running lights will be illuminated:NOTE
Once the daytime running light come on, they do not go
out until the ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” or
“ACC” position or the operation mode is changed to OFF
or ACC.
[When the engine is not running, or when the engine is running
but the parking brake is not released]
The engine starts when the lights are off.NOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running. The battery
will run down.
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.OFF The daytime running lights illuminated
The daytime running lights illuminated
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other
lights)
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If the following operation is performed with the combina-
tion headlights and dimmer switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights automatically turn off.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” posi-
tion or the key is removed from the ignition switch and the
driver’s door is opened.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is changed to OFF or ACC and the
driver’s door is opened.

If the following operation is performed with the combina-
tion headlights and dimmer switch in the “ ” or “ ”
position, the lights automatically turn off after about 3
minutes.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” or “ACC” posi-
tion or the key is removed from the ignition switch and the
driver’s door is not opened.
[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is changed to OFF or ACC and the
driver’s door is not opened.NOTE
The light auto-cutout function can be deactivated.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
When you want to keep the lights on:If the combination headlights and dimmer switch is turned to
the “ ” or “ ” position again after the engine is turned off,
the about 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.
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Headlight reminder buzzer
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[When using a key to start the engine]
If the driver’s door is opened with the key in the “OFF” 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.
[When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the engine]
If the driver’s door is opened with the operation mode is put in
OFF or ACC, or if the operation mode is changed to OFF while
the lights are on, the tone will sound to remind you to turn off
the lights.
In either case, 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 (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 indicates when the head-
lights are on high beam.
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NOTE
A light in the instrument panel flashes to show when the
turn signal lights are working properly.
If this light flashes faster than usual, check for a burned
out turn signal light bulb or malfunctioning connection in
the signal.
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 system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• Deactivate the turn signal light 3-flash function for lane
changes.
• Adjust the time required to operate the lever for the 3-
flash function.
• Changing of the tone of a sounding buzzer as the turn
signal lights flash.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
Hazard warning flasher switch
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If you press the flasher switch, the turn signals will flash inter-
mittently, 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 switch is removed or the operation mode
is put in OFF.NOTE
If the flashers are used for several hours, the battery will
run down. This could make it difficult or impossible to
restart your vehicle.
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3 Wiper and washer switch
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Windshield wipersThe windshield wiper and washer can be operated with the
ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON or ACC.
If the blades are frozen to the windshield, do not operate the
wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are freed, other-
wise the wiper motor may be damaged.
CAUTION
!
If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer
fluid sprayed against the glass may freeze, which
may hinder visibility. Warm the glass with the
defroster before using the washer.
MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off
INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive)
LO- Slow
HI- Fast
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To adjust intermittent intervals
With the lever in the “INT” (speed sensitive intermittent opera-
tion) position, the intermittent intervals can be adjusted by
turning the knob (A). NOTE
The speed-sensitive-operation function of the windshield
wipers can be deactivated.
For further information, please contact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.Misting function
The misting function can be used when the ignition switch or
the operation mode is in ON or ACC.
The wipers will operate once if the wiper lever is raised to the
“MIST” position and released. This operation is useful when it
is drizzling, etc. The wipers will continue to operate while the
lever is held in the “MIST” position.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 switch or the operation mode is in ON or
ACC.
The wipers will wipe automatically several times when the
washer fluid is sprayed.
To turn off the spray, release the lever.
Rear window wiper and washer
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The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when the
ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON or ACC.
Turn the knob to operate the rear window wiper.OFF- Off
INT- The wiper operates continuously for several seconds then
operates intermittently at intervals of about 8 seconds.
-Washer fluid will be sprayed onto the rear window glass
while the knob is turned fully in either direction.
When the washer fluid is sprayed, the wiper will automati-
cally operate 2 or 3 times.
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