weight MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV 2018 Owner's Manual (in English)

lIt is the battery to operate the motor and
the air conditioning.
In addition to the drive battery, OUT-
LANDER PHEV has the auxiliary bat-
tery to operate lamps, wipers, etc.
l Compact, light-weight lithium ion bat-
tery with high energy density is used for the drive battery.
l The drive battery has the following char-
acteristics.
Please read this carefully paying atten-
tion to the following:
Characteristics
l The same as ordinary lithium-ion batter-
ies, the battery capacity of the drive bat-
tery gradually reduces with time. As the
drive battery capacity decreases, the ini- tial EV cruising range and the vehicle
performance will similarly decrease.
Depending on the usage conditions, such as frequent quick acceleration/decelera- tion, extremely hot weather, storing the
vehicle in high ambient temperatures, etc., the rate of battery capacity drop will
increase.
l The performance may be changed due to
the ambient temperature.
At low ambient temperature, in particu- lar, the EV cruising range is short and
the charging time is long, compared to operation at normal temperature. Also,charging may be stopped before com-
plete charging.
l When the ambient temperature lowers,
the engine will start frequently, even if there remains much power in the drive
battery.
l Because the engine starts frequently, the
fuel consumption will increase.
l The battery is gradually discharged with-
out use and the battery charge is low-
ered.
l It is not necessary to consume the bat-
tery completely before charging.Precautions for operation
l If your vehicle is not used for a long
time, check the drive battery level dis-
play every 3 months.
If the drive battery level display shows
0, charge the battery until some indica- tion appears. Alternatively, start the
Plug-in Hybrid EV System and turn on the ready indicator.
The engine will then automatically start to charge the drive battery.
Wait until the engine automatically
stops, then put the operation mode of the
power switch in OFF.
l MITSUBISHI
Motors collects drive bat-
teries. If you scrap your vehicle, please
consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
EV cruising range
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lEven if the charge level is the same, the
EV cruising range may vary depending on driving conditions. Since driving at
high speed or climbing on a hill requires higher consumption of the drive batterythan usual, the EV cruising range is shortened.
EV cruising range
2-05OGGE18E1General information2

CAUTIONlWhen driving with a child in the rear seat,
please use the child protection to prevent ac-
cidental door opening which may cause an accident.Tailgate*
E00301402751WARNINGlIt is dangerous to drive with the tailgate
open, since carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter the cabin.
You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
l When opening and closing the tailgate,
make sure that there are no people near-
by and be careful not to hit your head or
pinch your hands, neck, etc.
l When there is a build up of snow or ice, it
should be removed before opening the
tailgate. If you open the tailgate without removing it, there is a possibility that the tailgate may close suddenly due to theweight of that snow or ice.WARNINGl When you open the tailgate make sure
that the tailgate is opened fully and re-
mains fully open. If you only open the tail- gate halfway there is a risk that the tail-
gate may drop and slam shut. If you open
the tailgate whilst your vehicle is parked on an incline it is more difficult to do so
than on the flat and also it may drop and slam shut.CAUTIONl To avoid damage to the tailgate, make sure
the area above and behind the tailgate is
clear before opening it.
To lock/unlock
The tailgate can be locked or unlocked by us-
ing the central door lock switch (driver side).
1- Lock
2- UnlockNOTEl Repeated continuous operating between lock
and unlock could cause the central doorlocks’ built-in protection circuit to preventthe system from operating. If this occurs,
wait approximately 1 minute before operat-
ing the central door lock switch.
To open
After unlocking the tailgate, push the tailgate
open switch (A) and pull up the tailgate.
Tailgate*
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CAUTIONlWhen folding the seat, be sure not to catch
your hand or leg.NOTEl It is possible to fold the seat independently
on each side.
To fold
1. Lower the head restraints of the rear seat
to the lowest position.
Refer to “Head restraints” on page 5-05.
2. Store the seat belt for the rear centre
seating position.
Refer to “Rear-centre 3-point type seat belt” on page 5-13.
3. Lift the front end of the seat cushion.
4. Flip the seat cushion forward.
5. Fold the seat belt buckles forward.
CAUTIONl Do not allow any person to get on the plastic
cover (A), and do not place luggage on it.
Doing so could damage cover.6. Pull up the lever, then fold the seatback
forward.CAUTIONl Do not allow any person to sit on the flipped
seat cushion, and do not place luggage on it.
The seat’s mounting fittings could bend un-
der the weight, making it impossible for the
seat to be retained on the vehicle.
To return
1. Raise the seatback until it locks securely
into place.
Making a luggage area
5-07OGGE18E1Seats and seat belts5

NOTElIf the seat belt (A) or ring (B) becomes dirty,
the belt may not retract smoothly. If the seatbelt and ring are dirty, clean them with a
mild soap or detergent solution.Seat belt reminder
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For the driver and the front
passenger’s seat
*-This warning lamp shows the case
of the left-hand drive vehicles.
If the operation mode of the power switch is put in ON while a seat belt is not fastened,
the warning lamp comes on and the tone sounds for about 6 seconds to remind the
driver and the front passenger to fasten the
seat belt.
If the vehicle is driven with the seat belt still
unfastened, the warning lamp will blink and
the tone will sound intermittently until the
seat belt is fastened. At the same time, “FAS- TEN SEAT BELT” is displayed on the infor-
mation screen in the multi information dis-
play for the driver.WARNINGl Do not install any accessory or sticker
that makes the lamp difficult to see.NOTEl If the seat belt subsequently remains unfas-
tened, the warning lamp and the tone will is-
sue further warnings each time the vehicle starts moving from a stop.
l For the front passenger seat, the warning
function works only while a person is sitting
on the seat.
l When luggage is placed on the front passen-
ger seat, a sensor in the seat cushion may,
depending on the weight and position of the
luggage, cause the warning tone to sound
and the warning lamp to come on.
Seat belts
5-11OGGE18E1Seats and seat belts5 For the driverFor the front passenger

lThe child restraint system should be ap-
propriate for the child’s weight and height and properly fit in the vehicle.
For a higher degree of safety: THE CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN THE REAR SEAT.NOTEl Before purchasing a child restraint system,
try installing it to make sure there is a good fit. Because of the location of the seat belt
buckles and the shape of the seat cushion, it may be difficult to securely install some
manufacturer’s child restraint systems.
If the child restraint system can be pulled forward or to either side easily on the seatcushion after the seat belt has been tight-
ened, choose another manufacturer’s child restraint system.WARNINGl When installing a child restraint system,
refer to the instructions provided by themanufacturer of the restraint system.Failure to do so can result in severe or fa-tal injury to the child.WARNINGl After installation, push and pull the child
restraint system back and forth, and sideto side, to see that it is properly secured.
If the child restraint system is not instal-
led securely, it may cause injury to the
child or other occupants in the case of ac- cident or sudden stops.
l When the child restraint system is not in
use, keep your child restraint system se- cured with the seat belt or remove it fromthe vehicle in order to prevent it from be- ing thrown around inside the vehicle dur-
ing an accident.
Depending on the seating position in the
vehicle and the child restraint system
that you have, the child restraint can be attached using one of the following two
ways: • Using the lower anchorage in the front
passenger seat or the rear seat if the
child restraint has ISOFIX mountings (See page 5-23).
• Using the seat belt (See page 5-25).
Older children
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Children who have outgrown the child re-
straint system should be seated in the rear
seat and wear combination lap shoulder belt.
The lap portion of the belt should be snug
and positioned low on the abdomen so that it
is below the top of the hip-bone. Otherwise, the belt could intrude into the child’s abdo-
men during an accident and cause injury.
Child restraint
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NOTEadjustment. Refer to the separate owner’s
manual for details.Headlamp levelling
E00517400031Headlamp levelling switch (ex-
cept for vehicle with LEDheadlamps)
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The angle of the headlamp beam varies de-
pending on the load carried by the vehicle.
The headlamp levelling switch can be used to adjust the headlamp illumination distance(when the lower beam is illuminated) so that the headlamps’ glare does not distract other
drivers.
Set the switch according to the following ta- ble.
CAUTIONl Always perform adjustments before driving.
Do not attempt to adjust while driving, as it could cause an accident.Vehicle conditionSwitch position“0”“0”“1”“2”“2”
●:1 person
:Full luggage loading
Switch position
0-Driver only/Driver + 1
front passengerSwitch position 1-5 passengers (including
driver)Switch position 2-5 passengers (including
driver) + Full luggage loading/Driver + Full lug-
gage loadingAutomatic headlamp levelling
(vehicles with LED headlamps)
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This mechanism automatically adjusts the di-
rection of the headlamps (beam position) de- pending on changes in the condition of the
vehicle, such as the number of occupants or luggage weight. When the headlamps are il-
luminated with the operation mode of the power switch in ON, the beam position of theheadlamps is automatically adjusted when thevehicle stops.
Headlamp levelling
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Economical drivingE00600102422
For economical driving, there are some tech- nical requirements that have to be met. Theprerequisite for low fuel consumption is a
properly adjusted engine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle and the most eco- nomical operation, we recommend you tohave the vehicle checked at regular intervals in accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas
and noise are highly influenced by personal
driving habits as well as the particular operat- ing conditions. The following points shouldbe observed in order to minimize wear of
brakes, tyres and engine as well as to reduce
environmental pollution.
Starting and acceleration
Avoid driving when the accelerator pedal ispressed way down, such as for unnecessarily sudden starts, acceleration and deceleration.
Smoothly depress the accelerator pedal.
Observe the speed limit and keep the speed
as constant as possible while driving.
Idling
Parking for a long period with the ready indi-
cator illuminated will shorten the cruising
range.
Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the more drive
battery is consumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight release of the accelerator
pedal will save a significant amount of drive battery.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular intervals. Low tyre inflation pressure increa-ses road resistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low tyre pressures adversely affect
tyre wear and driving stability.
Cargo loads
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the
luggage compartment. Especially during city
driving where frequent starting and stopping is necessary, the increased weight of the ve-
hicle will greatly affect fuel consumption. Al- so avoid driving with unnecessary luggage or carriers, etc., on the roof; the increased air re- sistance will increase fuel consumption.
Air conditioning
Too much cooling/heating can affect the cruising range, so maintain an appropriatetemperature to extend the cruising range.
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving after drinking alcohol is one of the
most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously im- paired even with blood alcohol levels far be-
low the legal minimum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or
use public transportation. Drinking coffee or
taking a cold shower will not make you so- ber.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription
drugs affect your alertness, perception and re- action time. Consult with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under the in- fluence of any of these medications.WARNINGl NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired.Safe driving techniques
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Driving safety and protection against injury
cannot be fully ensured. However, we recom- mend that you pay extra attention to the fol-
lowing:
Economical driving
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Battery charge mode switchE00636900081
It can be used when increasing the remaining quantity of the drive battery.
Use the battery charge mode switch before
driving at long up hills, such as mountains with a steep slope.
By charging the drive battery before driving, it becomes possible to continue hill-climbing
performance (driving force).
If the battery charge mode switch is pressed while the ready indicator is on, the engine
will start and it can charge the drive battery
to near the full charge during the vehicle is run and stopped.
It can be cancelled if pressed once again.
If the battery charge mode is activated, the
following image is displayed on the informa-
tion screen in the multi-information display.
WARNINGl When you leave the vehicle, be sure that
you have stopped the Plug-in Hybrid EV
System. Refer to “Parking” on page 7-06.
l Only use the battery charge mode in a
well ventilated space.
The engine will start when the vehicle is in
the battery charge mode, and this can
cause carbon monoxide to build up caus- ing carbon monoxide poisoning. Be sure
to use at the well-ventilated place.
l Do not use the battery charge mode near
flammable objects such as dried grass or
paper etc. There is a possibility of starting a fire due to the high exhaust pipe tem-
perature.CAUTIONl While the battery charge mode is activated,
do not cover the front of the vehicle withanything including a car cover. Doing so
could cause the engine to overheat.NOTEl Use the battery charge mode switch before
the uphill climb.
l Even if the battery charge mode switch is
pressed, the engine may not start dependingon the condition of the remaining drive bat-
tery capacity or the Plug-in Hybrid EV sys- tem control.
Additionally, the battery charge mode may
not be activated depending on the remaining fuel quantity.
l It is recommended to use the battery charge
mode switch at least 20 minutes before youclimb, in order to continue a speed of more
than 100 km/h (62 mph), or when a long slope (gradient of more than 4 %) is expec-
ted. (According to a towing weight, it may not be able to continue the speed.)
l When using the battery charge switch with a
vehicle that has stopped in the heath a long
time, it may not charge.
l The charging time close to full charge of the
drive battery becomes longer depending on the condition of the drive battery, a driving
condition or a environment.
l The engine may stop near full charge.
l If you press the battery charge switch in or-
der to generate electricity while using gaso-
line, the fuel consumption will suffer.
We recommend you to consider the environ- ment.
Battery charge mode switch
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CAUTIONcannot detect the vehicle in front properly, in
the following situations.
• When a vehicle cuts in front of your vehi-
cle very closely.
• When a vehicle in front is offset to the left
or right.
• When a vehicle in front is towing a trailer.
• The vehicle in front is moving at a speed
much lower than your vehicle’s.
• A motorcycle or a bicycle.
• A freight trailer that is not carrying a con-
tainer.
• The vehicle has a protruding load from
the carrier.
• When the vehicle has a low weight.
• When the vehicle has an extremely high
ground clearance.
• When there is repeated steep uphill and
downhill driving.
• When driving on an irregular or uneven
road surface.
• When being driven in a tunnel.
• When you are carrying extremely heavy
loads in the rear seats or luggage area.
• When the Plug-in Hybrid EV System is
starting.
• When driving in curved sections of road
including their entrance/outlet or running
beside a closed lane in a traffic work or
similar zone.
• When the cover part in front of the sensor
and the sensor become dirty or have snowand ice adhering to it*.CAUTION• When water, snow or sand on the road are
extorted by the vehicle in front or an on- coming vehicle*.
*: After the ACC control has been cancelled
automatically due to detection of a state of decline in performance, the ACC will notoperate in the temporary condition and will
inform the driver by buzzer and indication.
When the ACC is in the state in which it can
operate, indication is cancelled. Should indi- cations not be cancelled, then there is a pos- sible abnormality in the system.
Please contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.Cruise control switch
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1- “ACC ON/OFF” switch
Used to turn on and off ACC or the
cruise control function.
2- “SET -” switch
Used to set a desired speed and to reduce the set speed.
3- “RES +” switch
Used to make ACC operate at the origi-
nally set speed and also to increase the set speed.
4- “CANCEL” switch
Used to cancel the control function of
ACC or the cruise control.
5- ACC distance switch
Used to change the setting of the follow-
ing distance between your vehicle and a
vehicle in front.NOTEl Operate the individual switches correctly
and one after another.
The ACC may be turned off or its control
function may be cancelled if two or more switches are pressed concurrently.
Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACC)*
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WARNING•When a vehicle is travelling alongside
of your vehicle at nearly the same speed
for prolonged periods of time.
• When the heights of the next lane and
your lane are different.
• Immediately after the BSW has been
turned on.
• Immediately after the power switch is
turned on.
• Under adverse weather conditions,
such as rain, snow, strong winds or
sand storms.
• When your vehicle comes too close to
another vehicle.
• While multiple vehicles are overtaking
your vehicle.
• When driving near a pot hole and
tramline.
• When a surrounding vehicle or an on-
coming vehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt.
• When driving on a curve including the
beginning and the end of the curve.
• When driving on a road with alternat-
ing up and down steep slopes.
• When driving on a bumpy or rough
road.
• When the rear of your vehicle is weigh-
ed down or your vehicle is leaning to
the right or left due to the weight of passengers and luggage or the improp-
er adjustment of tyre pressure.
• When the bumper surface around the
sensor is covered with dirt, snow and
ice, etc.WARNING• When the sensor is extremely hot or
cold (while the vehicle is parked for a
long period of time under a blazing sun or in cold weather).
• When a bicycle carrier or accessory is
installed to the rear of the vehicle.CAUTIONl To maintain proper performance of the
BSW, follow the instructions below.
• Always clean the bumper surface around
the sensor.
• Avoid impacting the sensor or its sur-
rounding area.
• Do not put a sticker on the sensor or its
surrounding bumper surface.
• Do not paint the sensor or its surrounding
bumper surface.
• Do not modify the sensor or its surround-
ing area.
l If the bumper has experienced an impact, the
sensor may have been damaged and the
BSW may not function properly. Have the
vehicle inspected at a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.To operate
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When the BSW switch is pressed while the
operation mode is ON, the BSW indication
lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and the BSW goes into the stand by state. When the BSW switch is pressed again, the BSW
indication lamp in the instrument cluster goes
off and the BSW turns off.
Indication lamp
If you turn the BSW ON/OFF, the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) also turns ON/OFF at the same time.
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (with Lane Change Assist)*
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