MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER III 2018 Owners Manual

Outside rearview mirrors5-60 Features and controls
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When the headlights of the vehicles behindyou are very bright, the reflection factor ofthe rearview mirror is automatically changedto reduce the glare.Normally, use the automatic mode. When theignition switch is turned to the “ON” positionor the operation mode is put in ON, the greenindicator (1) illuminates and the reflectionfactor of the mirror is automatically changed.
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only aftermaking any seat adjustme
nts so as to have a
clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
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NOTE
Do not hang items on,
or spray glass cleaner
on the sensor (2), as
reduced sensitivity
could result.If you want to stop automatic mode, pressthe switch (3) and the indicator will go off.To return to automatic mode, press theswitch again or perfor
m the following opera-
tion.[Except for vehicles e
quipped with the Free-
hand Advanced Secu
rity Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key)]Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” positionafter turning to “OFF” or “ACC” position.[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]Put the operation mode
in ON after putting
the operation mode in OFF.
Outside rearview mirrors
WA R N I N GDo not attempt to adjust the outside rear-view mirrors while driving. This can bedangerous.Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driv-ing.
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Outside rearview mirrors
Features and controls 5-61
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The outside rearview mirrors can be adjustedwhen the ignition switch is in the “ON” or“ACC” position or the operation mode is putin ON or ACC.Move the lever (A) to the same side as themirror you wish to adjust.Press the switch (B) to adjust the mirror posi-tion.
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The outside mirror can
be retracted towards
the side window to prevent damage whenparking in tight locations.Push the mirror towards the back of the vehi-cle with your hand to retract it in. Whenextending the mirror, pull it out towards thefront of the vehicle until it clicks to lock inplace.
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.The objects you see in the mirror will looksmaller and farthe
r away than they
appear in a regular flat mirror.Do not use this mirror to estimate the dis-tance of vehicles following you whenchanging lanes.WA R N I N G
To adjust the mirror position L- Left outside mirror adjustmentR- Right outside mirror adjustment1- Up 2- Down3- Right
Except for vehicles equipped with the mirror retractor switchVehicles equipped with the mirror retractor switch
4- Left
NOTE
After adjusting, return the lever to the“•”(OFF) position.
To retract the mirror Except for vehicles equipped with themirror retractor switch
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Outside rearview mirrors5-62 Features and controls
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With the ignition switch in the “ON” or“ACC” position or the
operation mode in ON
or ACC, push the mirror retractor switch toretract the mirrors. Push it again to extend themirrors to their original positions.After placing the ignition switch in the“LOCK” position or the operation mode inOFF, it is possible to
retract and extend the
mirrors using the mirror retractor switch forapproximately 30 seconds.
[Vehicles with the keyless entry system]The mirrors automatically retract or extendwhen the doors are locked or unlocked usingthe remote control switches of the keylessentry system.Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page 5-7.[Vehicles with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T-key)]The mirrors automatically retract or extendwhen the doors are locked or unlocked usingthe remote control switches or the F.A.S.T-key.Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page 5-30or “To operate using the F.A.S.T.-key” onpage 5-15.
For vehicles equipped with the mirrorretractor switchRetracting and extending the mir-rors using the mirror retractor switch
CAUTIONIt is possible to retract and extend the mirrorsby hand. After retracti
ng a mirror using the
mirror retractor switch, however, you shouldextend it by using the switch again, not byhand. If you extended the mirror by handafter retracting it using
the switch, it would
not properly lock in pos
ition. As a result, it
could move because of the wind or vibrationwhile you are driving, taking away your rear-ward visibility.NOTE
Be careful not to get your hands trappedwhile a mirror is moving.If you move a mirror by hand or it movesafter hitting a person or object, you may notbe able to return it to its original positionusing the mirror retractor switch. If this hap-pens, push the mirror retractor switch toplace the mirror in its
retracted position and
then push the switch again to return the mir-ror to its original position.When freezing has occurred and mirrors failto operate as intended,
please refrain from
repeated pushing of the retractor switch asthis action can result in burn-out of the mir-ror motor circuits.
Retracting and extending the mir-rors without using the mirror retractor switch (automatic exten-sion function)
NOTE
Functions can be modified as stated below.Please consult an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer.On vehicles equippe
d with the Smartphone
Link Display Audio, sc
reen operations can
be used to make the adjustment. Refer to theseparate owner’s
manual for details.
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Ignition switch (if so equipped)Features and controls 5-63
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When the rear window defogger switch ispressed with the engine running, the outsiderearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted.Current will flow through the heater elementinside the mirrors, thus clearing away frost orcondensation.The indicator light (A) will illuminate whilethe defogger is on.The heater will be turned off automatically inapproximately 15 to 20 minutes depending onthe outside temperature.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Tr
ansmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key).]For information on operations for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A
.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key):Engine switch” on page 5-18.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Security Transmit-ter (F.A.S.T.-key).]
• Automatically extend when the ignitionswitch is turned to the “ON” position or theoperation mode is put in ON with thedriver’s door closed, and automaticallyretract when the ignition switch is turned tothe “LOCK” position or the operation modeis put in OFF with the driver’s door opened.• Automatically extend when the vehiclespeed reaches approximately 19 mph (30km/h).• Deactivate the automatic extension func-tion.
The outside rearvi
ew mirrors can be
retracted or extended
by the following opera-
tions, even if changing to the any of above.After pressing the LOCK
button on the key
to lock the doors and liftgate, if the LOCKbutton is pressed again twice in a row withinapproximately 30 seconds
, the outside rear-
view mirrors will retract.After pressing the
UNLOCK button on the
key to unlock the doors and liftgate, if theUNLOCK button is pressed again twice in arow within approximately 30 seconds, theoutside rearview mirro
rs will extend again.
NOTE
Heated outside rearview mirror

(if so equipped)
NOTE
The heated outside re
arview mirror can be
turned on automatically.For further informati
on, please contact your
authorized Mitsubish
i Motors dealer.
On vehicles equipped with the SmartphoneLink Display Audio, sc
reen operations can
be used to make the adjustment.Refer to the separate owner’s manual fordetails.
Ignition switch
(if so equipped)
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Ignition switch (if so equipped)5-64 Features and controls
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The engine is off a
nd the steering wheel is
locked. The key can be inserted and removedonly when the switch is in this position.The engine is off. The
key can be inserted and
removed only when the sw
itch is in this posi-
tion.Allows operation of electrical accessorieswith the engine off.
All accessories can be used.Engages the starter. Release the key when theengine starts.It will automatically return tothe “ON” position.
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After approximately 30
minutes has elapsed
with the ignition switch in the “ACC” posi-tion, the function automatically cuts out thepower for the audio syst
em and other electric
devices that can be op
erated with that posi-
tion.
When the ignition switch is turned from the“ACC” position, the power is supplied againto those devices.
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When removing the key, first set the selectorlever to the “P” (PARK) position, and thenturn the key to the “OFF” position andremove it.
LOCK (Type 2)

OFF (Type 1)

ACC

Type 1 Type 2
ON

START

NOTE
Your vehicle is equippe
d with an electronic
immobilizer. To start the engine, the ID codewhich the transponder inside the key sendsmust match the one registered to the immobi-lizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immo-bilizer” on page 5-4.)
ACC power auto-cutout func-tion

NOTE
It is possible to modify functions as follows:• The time until the power cuts out can bechanged to approximately 60 minutes.• The ACC power auto
-cutout function can
be deactivated.For details, we recommend you to consult anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.On vehicles equippe
d with the Smartphone
Link Display Audio, sc
reen operations can
be used to make the adjustment.Refer to the separate
owner’s manual for
details.
To remove the key

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Steering wheel lock (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-65
5
When removing the key, first set the selectorlever to the “P” (PARK) position, and pushthe key in at the “ACC” position and keep itdepressed until it is turned to the “LOCK”position, and remove it.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Tr
ansmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key).]For information on operations for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A
.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): Steering wheel lock” on page5-24.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Security Transmit-ter (F.A.S.T.-key).] (Vehicles with steeringlock system)
NOTE
The key cannot be rem
oved unless the selec-
tor lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position,which allows the ignition switch to turn tothe “OFF” position.
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NOTE
The key cannot be rem
oved unless the selec-
tor lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position,which allows the ignition switch to turn tothe “LOCK” position.CAUTIONIf the engine is stoppe
d while driving, the
power brake booster will stop functioningand greater effort for braking will berequired. Also, the power steering systemwill not function and it
will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle.Do not leave the key in
the “ON” position for
a long time when the engine is not running.This will cause the battery to run down.Do not turn the key to the “START” positionwhen the engine is ru
nning. It will damage
the starter motor.
Steering wheel lock
(if so
equipped)
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Starting the engine5-66 Features and controls
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Remove the key at
the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.Turn the key to the “ACC” position whilemoving the steering
wheel slightly.
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-handAdvanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key).]For information on operation for vehiclesequipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): Starting” on page 5-13.[Except for vehicles equipped with theFree-hand Advanced Se
curity Transmit-
ter (F.A.S.T.-key).]Do not operate the starter motor continu-ously for longer than 15 seconds as thiscould run the battery
down or damage the
starter motor. If the engine does not start,turn the ignition switch back to the “OFF”or “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds,and then try again. Trying repeatedly withthe engine or starter motor still turningwill damage the starter mechanism.If the engine will not
start because the bat-
tery is weak or discharged, refer to“Jump-starting the engine” (on page 8-2)for instructions.A longer warm up period will only con-sume extra fuel. The engine is warmed upenough for driving when the bar graph ofengine coolant temper
ature display starts
to move or the low coolant temperatureindicator goes out. Refer to “Engine cool-ant temperature display” on page 5-161 or“Low coolant temper
ature indicator” on
page 5-202.
This model is equipped with an electronicallycontrolled fuel injection system. This is a sys-tem that automatically controls fuel injection.There is usually no need to depress the accel-erator pedal when starting the engine.The starter should not be run for more than 15seconds at a time.To prevent battery drain, wait a few secondsbetween attempts to restart the engine.1. Make sure all occupants are properlyseated with seat belts fastened.
To l o c k

To u n l o c k

CAUTIONRemove the key when leaving the vehicle.NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theftlock may sometimes make it difficult to turnthe key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmlyturn the steering wheel to the left or to theright as you turn the key.
Starting the engine
Tips for starting
WA R N I N GNever run the engine in
a closed or poorly
ventilated area any longer than is neededto move your vehicle
out of the area. Car-
bon monoxide gas, wh
ich is odorless and
extremely poisonous, could build up andcause serious injury or death.CAUTIONDo not push-start the vehicle.Do not run the engine at high rpms or driveat high speeds until
the engine has had a
chance to warm up.Release the ignition sw
itch as soon as the
engine starts. Otherwis
e, the starter motor
will be damaged
Starting the engine
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Starting the engine
Features and controls 5-67
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2. Insert the ignition key.3. Press and hold the brake pedal downfirmly with your right foot.4. Make sure the selector
lever is in the “P”
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-tion and make certain that all warninglights are functioning properly beforestarting the engine.6. Turn the ignition switch to the “START”
ng the accelerator
pedal. Release the ignition switch whenthe engine starts.
After several attempts, you may experiencethat the engine still does not start.1. Make sure that all electric devices, suchas lights, air conditio
ning blower and rear
window defogger, are turned off.
2. While depressing the brake pedal, pressthe accelerator peda
l halfway and hold it
there, then crank th
e engine. Release the
accelerator pedal, immediately after theengine starts.3. If the engine still will not start, the enginecould be flooded with too much gasoline.While depressing the brake pedal, pushthe accelerator pedal all the way downand hold it there, then crank the engine for5 to 6 seconds. Retu
rn the ignition switch
to the “OFF” or “LOCK” position andrelease the accelerator pedal. Wait a fewseconds, and then crank the engine againfor 5 to 6 seconds while depressing thebrake pedal, but do no
t push the accelera-
tor pedal. Release the ignition switch ifthe engine starts. If the engine fails tostart, repeat these procedures. If theengine still will not
start, contact your
local Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repairfacility of your choi
ce for assistance.
When the ambient temperature is -22 °F (-30°C) or lower, it may not be possible to startfrom a standstill even with the selector lever
in the

Automatic transaxle (if so equipped)5-68 Features and controls
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Automatic transaxle will automaticallychange its gear depe
nding on road and driv-
ing conditions. This
helps achieve smooth
driving and excellent fuel efficiency.Also you can manually shift up and shiftdown the transaxle. Refer to “Sports mode”The transaxle prevents
unnecessary upshifts
even when the accelerator pedal is releasedand ensures smooth driving.According to the condi
tions, the transaxle
will automatically shift to a lower gear toachieve stronger engine braking. This mayhelp reduce your need to use the servicebrake.
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As an additional safe
ty precaution, models
equipped with an automatic transaxle have ashift-lock device that holds the selector leverin the “P” (PARK) position. To move theselector lever from the “P” (PARK) positionto another position, follow the steps below.1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.2. Move the selector lever to the desiredposition.
The transaxle has 6 forward gears and 1reverse gear.
The individual gears are selected automati-cally, depending on the position of the gearselector lever, the speed of the vehicle and theposition of the ac
celerator pedal.
Automatic transaxle
(if so
equipped)

DRIVING DOWNHILL

NOTE
During the break-in pe
riod or immediately
after reconnecting the
battery, your vehicle
may not shift smoothly.
This does not indi-
cate a problem in the transaxle. Shifting willbecome smoother once the transaxle hasbeen shifted several
times by the electronic
control system.
Selector lever operation

NOTE
The selector lever cannot
be moved from “P”
mode is put in OFF or ACC, or if the brakepedal is not pressed and held down.
Set the selector lever in the gate to operate while the brake pedal is depressed.
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Automatic transaxle (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-69
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When the selector lever cannot be shiftedfrom the “P” (PARK) position to anotherposition while the brake pedal is pressed andheld down with the operation mode in ON,the battery may be flat or the shift-lock mech-anism may be malfunctioning.Immediately have your
vehicle checked by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your choice.If you need to move the vehicle, shift theselector lever as follows.1. Make sure the parking brake is firmlyapplied.2. Stop the engine if it is running.
3. Insert a screwdrive
r with a cloth over its
tip into the notch (A) of the cover. Prygently as shown to remove the cover.4. Depress the brake
pedal with the right
foot.5. Insert a screwdriver in the shift-lockrelease hole (B). Shift the selector lever tothe “N” (NEUTRAL) position whilepressing the screwdriver down.
Set the selector lever in the gate to operate.
WA R N I N GAlways press the brake pedal when shift-ing the selector
lever into a gear from the
“N” (NEUTRAL) position. When beginning to drive, do not shift theselector lever from
the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position while pressing the acceleratorpedal. This will cause the vehicle to“jump” forward or backward.NOTE
To prevent mistakes in operating the lever,make sure you stop brie
fly at each position.
After operating, chec
k the position in the
multi-information display.If the brake pedal is not depressed and held,the shift-lock device ac
tivates to prevent the
selector lever from being moved from the“P” (PARK) position. For a shift indicated by in the illustra-tion, depress the brake pedal before movingthe selector lever. If you attempt to move theselector lever before depressing the brakepedal, the selector lever may becomeimmovable.
When the selector lever cannot be shifted from the “P” (PARK) posi-tion

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