ECO mode MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL 2013 Owners Manual

Vehicle care and maintenance
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7
3.0 L modelsSAE 5W-20 engine oil is strongly recommended for optimum
fuel economy and cold starting.
To replace the oil filterThe oil filter should be replaced at the time or mileage speci-
fied in the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN-
UAL”.
Only use high quality replacement filters on this vehicle. The
manufacturer’s specifications for Genuine Mitsubishi oil filters
require that the filter can withstand a pressure of 256 psi (1.8
MPa). A Genuine Mitsubishi oil filter is the best replacement
filter.
Follow the installation instructions printed on the filter.
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Vehicle care and maintenance
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7
3. Unclamp the cover. Open up the top of the cover and take
out the air cleaner filter.4. Replacing the air cleaner filter and put the cover back on
in its original position.
NOTE
Genuine Mitsubishi Motors Parts are recommended when
replacing the air cleaner filter.

For 2.4 L models, make sure that the connector is properly
reconnected.

After replacing the air cleaner filter, make sure that the
hinges at the bottom of cover are firmly set.
2.4 L models3.0 L models
2.4 L models
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Vehicle care and maintenance
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7 Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models)
N00915200256
Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil as necessary to
maintain the proper level.
Fill or change oil according to the table.Fluid type
Wa s h e r f l u i d
N00938600228
The windshield and rear window washer fluid reservoir is in
the engine compartment.
Check the washer fluid level at regular intervals and add
washer fluid to reservoir if necessary.
Open the reservoir cap and check the fluid level with the dip-
stick.
When freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the
reservoir by operating the pump. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield antifreeze (not radiator antifreeze), and operate the sys-
tem for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
LubricantMitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid
Gear Oil API classification GL-5
Viscosity range SAE 80
FULLEMPTY
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7-24 Vehicle care and maintenance
7Tires
N00939200494
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms:

Cold tire pressure:
• The measured pressure after the vehicle has been parked
for at least three hours,
or
• The measured pressure when the vehicle is driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having been parked for three
hours.

Maximum pressure: the maximum permissible cold tire
inflation pressure for this tire.

Recommended inflation pressure: the inflation pressure
for optimum tire performance.
Intended outboard sidewall:
• The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white let-
tering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name
molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding
on the other sidewall of the tire, or
• The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that
has a particular side that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.

Passenger car tire: a tire intended for use on passenger
cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that
have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000
pounds or less.

Light truck (LT) tire: a tire designated by its manufacturer
as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or mul-
tipurpose passenger vehicles.

Tread: portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road.

Tread rib: a tread section running circumferentially
around a tire.

Tread separation: pulling away of the tread from the tire
carcass.

Carcass: the tire structure, except tread and sidewall rub-
ber which, when inflated, bears the load.

Sidewall: portion of a tire between the tread and bead.

Section width: the linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due
to labeling, decoration, or protective bands.

Bead: the part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to
fit the rim.

Ply: a layer of rubber-coated parallel cords.

Cord: the strands forming the plies in the tire.
WA R N I N G
!
Driving with tires that are worn, damaged or
improperly inflated is dangerous.
These type tire conditions will adversely affect vehi-
cle performance.
These type tire conditions can also cause a tread sep-
aration or blowout which may result in an accident
causing serious injury or death.
Tires, including spare tire, degrade over time with
age even when they are not being used.
It is recommended that tires over 6 years generally
be replaced even if damage is not obvious.
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Alphabetical index
2Braking
Anti-lock braking system 3-134
Braking 4-8
Hose 7-37
Pad wear alarm 3-130
Parking brake 3-81
Pedal 3-129
Pedal free play 7-33
Power brakes 3-130
Service brake 3-129
Warning lights 3-211
Break-in recommendations 3-2
Bulb capacity 7-49
C
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements 1-9
Capacities 9-11
Card holder 3-271
Cargo area cover 3-288
Cargo loads 4-14
Cargo room light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-75
Catalytic converter 7-3
Cautions on the handling of all-wheel drive vehicles 3-127
Certification label 9-5
Charging system warning light 3-213
Child restraint systems 2-50
Child safety locks for rear door 3-60Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle 7-79
Outside of your vehicle 7-81
Clock 5-136
Coat hook 3-291
Consumer information 8-2
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) 3-105
Fluid 7-18
,9-11
Selector lever operation 3-105
Selector lever positions 3-110
Sports mode 3-111
Coolant (engine) 7-12
,9-11
Cruise control 3-143
Cup holder 3-284
D
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity 7-49
Replacement 7-56
Defogger (rear window) 3-237
Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows) 5-14
,5-
23
,5-33
,5-43
Dimensions 9-6
Dimmer (high/low beam change) 3-221
Disc brake pads 7-37
Dome light
Bulb capacity 7-51
Replacement 7-73
,7-75
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NOTE
Maintenance recordName of Owner Date of Purchase
Address of Owner Model of Vehicle
Name and Address of Dealer Vehicle Identification Number
Service Performed DateKilometers
MilesInspection and Maintenance Item
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