MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

Anti-freeze
The engine coolant and the plug-in hybridEV system coolant contains an ethylene gly-col anti-corrosion agent. Some parts of the
engine and the plug-in hybrid EV system are cast aluminium alloy, and periodic changing
of the engine coolant and the plug-in hybrid EV system coolant are necessary to prevent
corrosion of these parts.

Use “ MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE
SUPER LONG LIFE COOLANT PREMI-
UM” or equivalent *
.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE Coolant
has excellent protection against corrosion and rust formation of all metals including alumi-
nium and can avoid blockages in the radiator, heater, cylinder head, engine block, etc.Because of the necessity of this anti-corro-
sion agent, the coolant must not be replaced with plain water even in summer. The re-
quired concentration of anti-freeze differs de- pending on the expected ambient tempera-
ture.

Above -35

Brake fluid
To check the fluid level
The fluid level must be between the “MAX”
and “MIN” marks on the reservoir.
The fluid level is monitored by a float. When
the fluid level falls below the “MIN” mark, the brake fluid warning lamp lights up.The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but this does not indicate any ab-
normality.

The fluid in the master cylinder should be checked when doing other work under thebonnet. The brake system should also be checked for leakage at the same time.
If the fluid level falls markedly in a short length of time, it indicates leaks from the
brake system.
If this occurs, we recommend you to have the
vehicle checked.
Fluid type
Use brake fluid conforming to DOT3 or DOT4 from a sealed container. The brake flu-id is hygroscopic. Too much moisture in the
brake fluid will adversely affect the brake system, reducing the performance.
:ARN,NGz Take care in handling brake fluid as it is
harmful to the eyes, may irritate your skin and will damage painted surfaces.
Wipe up any spills immediately.
If brake fluid gets on your hand or in your eyes, flush immediately with clean
water. Follow up with a doctor as necessa-
ry.CAUT,ONz Use only the specified brake fluid.
Do not mix or add different brands of brake fluid to prevent chemical reactions.
Do not let any petroleum-based fluid touch, mix with, or get into the brake fluid.
This will damage the seals.
z Keep the reservoir tank cap closed to pre-
vent the brake fluid from deteriorating ex- cept maintenance.
z Clean the filler cap before removing and
close the cap securely after maintenance.Auxiliary battery
The condition of the auxiliary battery is very
important for quick starting of the plug-in hy-
brid EV system and proper functioning of the vehicle’s electrical system. Regular inspec-
tion is especially important in cold weather.
Be sure to have a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point check the auxiliary battery.
Brake fluid
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:ARN,NGzBe sure to have a
MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point
charge the auxiliary battery. Do not
charge the auxiliary battery yourself. Flammable gases may leak and explode.CAUT,ONz There is a type of auxiliary battery is not
properly installed in the vehicle, even if thesame specification.
When replacing the auxiliary battery, please
contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.NOTEz When the auxiliary battery is removed, the
controlling timer for forcibly starting the en-
gine may be reset.
Since a fuel injection device may cause a clogging if the state where the engine does
not operate continues after reset of the timer, please select the battery charge mode in or- der to start the engine. However, if the drive battery level is nearly full, the engine maynot start even though the battery charge mode is selected.
In that case, activate the battery charge mode
again after the drive battery quantity decrea-
ses. Refer to “SAVE/CHARGE mode switch” on page 7-27.NOTEz When the auxiliary battery is removed, since
the timer control of the MITSUBISHI Re-
mote Control is reset and the drive battery temperature control cannot be used, commu-
nicate the wireless LAN device and your ve-
hicle again.
z When the auxiliary battery is removed, the
timer control of the MITSUBISHI Remote
Control is reset and each function of the MITSUBISHI Remote Control cannot be
used. Also the drive battery cannot be
warmed up.
Communicate the wireless LAN device and your vehicle again.Tyres:ARN,NGz Driving with tyres that are worn, dam-
aged or improperly inflated can lead to aloss of control or blow out of the tyres which can result in a collision with serious or fatal injury.
Tyres
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Tyre inflation pressuresTyre sizeFrontRear215/70R16 100H2.4 bar (35 psi) [240 kPa@, 2.6 bar (38 psi) [260 kPa@*225/55R18 98H2.4 bar (35 psi) [240 kPa@, 2.6 bar (38 psi) [260 kPa@*
*: Above 160 km/h (99 mph)
Check the tyre inflation pressure of all the tyres while they are cold; if insufficient or excessive, adjust to the specified value. After the tyre inflation pressure has been adjusted, check the tyres for damage and air leaks. Be sure to put caps on the valves.
NOTEz The tyres that can be installed on your vehicle are shown on the driver’s door label. For details, contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

Tyres
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Wheel condition
1- Location of the tread wear indicator
2- Tread wear indicator
Check the tyres for cuts, cracks and other
damage. Replace the tyres if there are deep
cuts or cracks. Also check each tyre for pieces of metal or pebbles.
The use of worn tyres can be very dangerous because of the greater chance of skidding or
hydroplaning. The tread depth of the tyres
must exceed 1.6 mm in order for the tyres to
meet the minimum requirement for use.
Tread wear indicators will appear on the sur- face of the tyre as the tyre wears, thereby in-
dicating that the tyre no longer meets the
minimum requirement for use. When these wear indicators appear, the tyres must be re-
placed with new ones.
When replacement of any of the tyres is nec- essary, replace all of them.
CAUT,ONz Always use tyres of the same size, same
type, and same brand, and which have no wear differences. Using tyres of different
size, type, brands or degree of wear, will in-
crease the differential oil temperature, result- ing in possible damage to the driving sys-
tem. Further, the drive train will be subjected
to excessive loading, possibly leading to oil leakage, component seizure, or other seriousfaults.Replacing tyres and wheelsCAUT,ONz Avoid using different size tyres from the one
listed and the combined use of different types of tyres, as this can affect driving safe-
ty.
Refer to “Tyres and wheels” on page 12-08.
z Even if a wheel has the same rim size and
offset as the specified type of wheel, its
shape may prevent it from being fitted cor-
rectly. We recommend you to consult a spe- cialist before using wheels that you have.CAUT,ONz As your vehicle is equipped with a tyre pres-
sure monitoring system, only MITSUBISHI
MOTORS GENUINE wheels should be
used. Use of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be
possible to install the tyre pressure sensor properly.
Refer to “Tyre pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)” on page 7-92.NOTEz A steel wheel with diameter of 16 inches
cannot be used on your vehicle because it in- terferes with brake parts.
Additionally, an aluminium wheel with di- ameter of 16 inches may not be used on your
vehicle depending on its type, even if a MITSUBISHI MOTORS GENUINE wheel.
Consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point before using wheels that you have.Tyre rotation
Tyre wear varies with vehicle conditions,
road surface conditions and individual driv-
er’s driving habits. To equalize the wear and
help extend tyre life, it is recommended to ro-
tate the tyres immediately after discovery of abnormal wear, or whenever the wear differ-
ence between the front and rear tyres is rec-
ognizable.
Tyres
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When rotating tyres, check for uneven wear
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by incorrect tyre pressure, improper wheel alignment, out of balance wheel, or se-
vere braking. We recommend you to have it checked to determine the cause of irregular
tread wear.CAUT,ONz If the tyres have arrows (A) indicating the
correct direction of rotation, swap the front
and rear tyres on the left-hand side of the ve- hicle and the front and rear tyres on the right-hand side of the vehicle separately. Keep each tyre on its original side of the ve-
hicle. When fitting the tyres, make sure the
arrows point in the direction in which the wheels will turn when the vehicle moves for-
ward. Any tyre whose arrow points in the wrong direction will not perform to its fullpotential.Front
CAUT,ONz Avoid the combined use of different types of
tyres.
Using different types of tyres can affect ve-
hicle performance and safety.Snow tyres
The use of snow tyres is recommended for
driving on snow and ice. To preserve driving
stability, mount snow tyres of the same size
and tread pattern on all 4 wheels.
A snow tyre that is worn down more than 50% is no longer appropriate to use.
Snow tyres which do not meet specifications
must not be used.
CAUT,ONz Observe permissible maximum speed for
your snow tyres and the legal speed limit.
z As your vehicle is equipped with a tyre pres-
sure monitoring system, only MITSUBISHI
Motors genuine wheels should be used. Use
of another type of wheel risks air leaks and sensor damage, as it will not be possible to
install the tyre pressure sensor properly.
Refer to “Tyre pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)” on page 7-92.NOTEz The laws and regulations concerning snow
tyres (driving speed, required use, type, etc.)
vary. Find out and follow the laws and regu- lations in the area you intend to drive.
z If flange nuts are used on your vehicle,
change to tapered nuts when steel wheels are used.
Tyres
11-122**(20(1Maintenance11Tyres that do not have arrows showing rotation direction Front
Tyres that have arrows showing rotation direc- tion Front

Snow traction device (tyrechains)
If snow traction device (tyre chains) have to
be used, ensure that they are fitted only on the drive wheels (front) in accordance with
the manufacturer’s instructions.
On 4WD vehicles in which the driving power is distributed preferentially to the front
wheels, ensure that the snow traction device
(tyre chains) are fitted on the front.
Use only snow traction device (tyre chains) which are designed for use with the tyresmounted on the vehicle: use of the incorrect
size or type of snow traction device (tyre chains) could result in damage to the vehicle
body.
Contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point before putting on a snow traction device (tyre chains). The max. snowtraction device (tyre chains) height is as fol- lows.Tyre sizeWheel size
Max. snow
traction de- vice (tyrechains)
height >mm@215/70R16 100H16 x 6 1/2 J9 mm
Tyre sizeWheel size
Max. snow
traction de- vice (tyrechains)
height >mm@225/55R18 98H,
225/55R18 98V
18x7 J
When driving with a snow traction device
(tyre chains) on the tyres, do not drive faster than 50 km/h (30 mph). When you reach
roads that are not covered in snow, immedi- ately remove the snow traction device (tyre
chains).
CAUT,ONz Choose a clear straight stretch of road where
you can pull off and still be seen while you
are fitting the snow traction device (tyre
chains).
z Do not fit snow traction device (tyre chains)
before you need them. This will wear out
your snow traction device (tyre chains) and the road surface.
z After driving around for 100-300 meters,
stop and retighten the snow traction device
(tyre chains).
z Drive carefully and do not exceed 50 km/h
(30 mph). Remember that preventing acci-
dents is not the purpose of snow traction de- vice (tyre chains).CAUT,ONz When snow traction device (tyre chains) are
installed, take care that they do not damage the disc wheel or body.
z An aluminium wheel can be damaged by a
snow traction device (tyre chains) whiledriving. When fitting a snow traction device (tyre chains) on an aluminium wheel, take
care that any part of the snow traction device
(tyre chains) and fitting cannot be brought into contact with the wheel.
z When installing or removing a snow traction
device (tyre chains), take care that hands and
other parts of your body and not injured by the sharp edges of the vehicle body.NOTEz The laws and regulations concerning the use
of snow traction device (tyre chains) vary.Always follow local laws and regulations.
In most countries, it is prohibited by the law to use of snow traction device (tyre chains) on roads without snow.Wiper blade rubber
replacement
Windscreen wiper blades
1. Lift the wiper arm off the windscreen.
Wiper blade rubber replacement
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2.Pull the wiper blade until its stopper (A)
disengages from the hook (B). Then, pull the wiper blade further to remove it.NOTEz Do not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the
windscreen; it could damage the glass.
3. Attach the retainers (C) to a new wiper
blade.
Refer to the illustration to ensure that the
retainers are correctly aligned as you at- tach them.
4. Insert the wiper blade into the arm, start-
ing with the opposite end of the blade from the stopper. Make sure the hook
(B) is fitted correctly in the grooves in
the blade.
NOTEz If retainers are not supplied with the new
wiper blade, use the retainers from the old
blade.5. Push the wiper blade until the hook (B)
engages securely with the stopper (A).
Rear window wiper blades
1. Lift the wiper arm off the window glass.
2. Pull the wiper blade downward to disen-
gage it from the stopper (A) at the end of
the wiper arm. Pull the wiper blade fur-
ther to remove it.
3. Slide a new wiper blade through the
hook (B) on the wiper arm.
Wiper blade rubber replacement
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NOTEzDo not allow the wiper arm to fall onto the
window glass; it could damage the glass.
4. Firmly insert the retainer (C) into the
groove (D) in the wiper blade.
Refer to the illustration to ensure that the retainers are correctly aligned as you in-
sert them into the groove.
NOTEz If a retainer is not supplied with the new
wiper blade, use the retainer from the old
blade.General maintenance
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and ex- haust gas leakage
Look under the body of your vehicle to check
for fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust gas
leaks.
:ARN,NGz If you see a suspicious fuel leak or if you
smell fuel, do not operate the vehicle; call
your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point for assistance.
Exterior and interior lamp op-
eration
Operate the combination lamp switch to
check that all lamps are functioning properly.
If the lamps do not illuminate, the probable cause is a blown fuse or defective lamp bulb.
Check the fuses first. If there is no blown
fuse, check the lamp bulbs.
For information regarding the inspection and
replacement of the fuses and the bulbs, refer
to “Fuses” on page 11-16 and “Replacement
of lamp bulbs” on page 11-23.
If the fuses and bulbs are all OK, we recom-
mend you to have your vehicle checked and repaired.
Meter, gauge and indicator/
warning lamps operation
Start the plug-in hybrid EV system and check
the operation of all instruments, gauges and indication and warning lamps.
If there is anything wrong, we recommend
you to have your vehicle inspected.
Hinges and latches lubrication
Check all latches and hinges, and, if necessa- ry, have them lubricated.
Fusible links
The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire if
a large current attempts to flow through cer- tain electrical systems.
In case of a melted fusible link, we recom- mend you to have your vehicle inspected.
For the fusible links, please refer to “Passen-
ger compartment fuse location table” on page
11-18 and “Engine compartment fuse loca-
tion table” on page 11-20.
General maintenance
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:ARN,NGzFusible links must not be replaced by any
other device. Failing to fit the correct fusi-
ble link may result in fire in the vehicle,
property destruction and serious or fatal injuries at any time.FusesFuse block location
To prevent damage to the electrical system
due to short-circuiting or overloading, each individual circuit is provided with a fuse.There are fuse blocks in the passenger com- partment and in the engine compartment.
Passenger compartment (LHD
vehicles)
The fuse blocks in the passenger compart- ment are located behind the fuse lid in front of the driver’s seat at the position shown in
the illustration.
Pull the fuse lid to remove it.
A- Main fuse block B- Sub fuse block
Passenger compartment (RHD vehicles)
The fuse boxes in the passenger compartment
are located behind the glove box at the posi- tion shown in the illustration.
A- Main fuse block B- Sub fuse block
Main fuse block
1. Open the glove box.
2. Uncouple the rod (A) on the right side of
the glove box.
3. While pressing the side of the glove box,
unhook the left and right hooks (B) and lower the glove box.
Fuses
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