automatic transmission MITSUBISHI ASX 2009 1.G Owners Manual

Screen type 1 Screen type 2 Cause Solution (Reference)
–– l
There is a fault in the steering
wheel lock. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place.
We recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
–– l
There
is a fault in the electrical
system. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place.
We recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point. l
The engine is overheated.
lStop
the vehicle in a safe place
and take corrective measures.
Refer to “Engine overheating”
on page 6-04. l
The
automatic transmission
(CVT) fluid temperature is too
high. Refer to “Automatic transmission IN-
VECS-III Sports Mode 6CVT (Intelli-
gent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic
Control System III)” on page 4-24. l
You
turned the ignition switch to
the “ON” position or put the op-
eration mode in ON without fas-
tening your seat belt. l
Fasten your seat belt properly. Re-
fer to “Seat belt warning” on
page 2-11. Instruments and controls
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Economical driving.......................................................................4-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs
........................................................... 4-02
Safe driving techniques ................................................................ 4-03
Running-in recommendations
.......................................................4-04
Parking brake................................................................................ 4-06
Parking.......................................................................................... 4-07
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment ................................4-08
Inside rear-view mirror ................................................................. 4-08
Outside rear-view mirrors ............................................................. 4-09
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 4-11
Steering wheel lock ...................................................................... 4-12
Starting..........................................................................................4-13
Diesel particulate filter (DPF)* .................................................... 4-15
Turbocharger operation* .............................................................. 4-16
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*............................................... 4-17
Manual transmission* ................................................................... 4-21
Automatic transmission INVECS-III Sports Mode 6CVT (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic
Control System III)*................................................................. 4-24
Electronically controlled 4WD system* .......................................4-29
4-wheel drive operation ................................................................ 4-31
Inspection and maintenance following rough road oper- ation.......................................................................................... 4-33
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles ..........................4-33
Braking......................................................................................... 4-34
Hill start assist* ............................................................................ 4-35
Brake assist system....................................................................... 4-36
Emergency stop signal system ...................................................... 4-37
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................................... 4-38
Electric power steering system (EPS) ..........................................4-40 Active stability control (ASC)*
.................................................... 4-40
Cruise control* ............................................................................. 4-43
Reversing sensor system*............................................................. 4-47
Rear-view camera* ....................................................................... 4-50
Cargo loads................................................................................... 4-52
Trailer towing ............................................................................... 4-54Starting and driving
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Automatic transmission
INVECS-III Sports Mode 6CVT
(Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System III)* E00602100031
The
INVECS-III uses optimization and adaptation
functions to optimally match the gear ratio to driv-
ing and road conditions.
The CVT is capable of changing the gear ratio auto-
matically and steplessly to suit driving conditions
in all phases of vehicle operation. It therefore real-
izes smooth, shock-free operation and excellent
fuel efficiency. CAUTION
l
Automatic
downshifts may not take place
while the CVT fluid is still cool immedi-
ately after you start driving. To cause a
downshift, depress the brake pedal, man-
ually shift down when necessary.
Always strive to drive safely in accord-
ance with road conditions.
Selector lever operation E00602200221
The CVT selects an optimum gear ratio automati-
cally,

depending on the speed of the vehicle and
the position of the accelerator pedal. The selector lever (A) has 2 gates; the main gate
(B) and the manual gate (C).
While depressing the brake pedal,
move
the selector lever through the gate. Move the selector lever through the gate. WARNING
l Always
depress the brake pedal when
shifting the selector lever into the other
position from the “P” (PARK) or “N”
(NEUTRAL) position.
Never put your foot on the accelerator ped-
al while shifting the selector lever from
the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) po-
sition.
NOTE l To

avoid erroneous operation, move the se-
lector lever firmly into each position and brief-
ly hold it there. Always check the position
shown by the selector lever position display
after moving the selector lever.
l If the brake pedal is not depressed and held,
the shift-lock device activates to prevent the
selector lever from being moved from the
“P” (PARK) position.
When the selector lever cannot be shifted from
the “P” (PARK) position E00629000178
When the selector lever cannot be shifted from the
“P”

(PARK) position to another position while the
brake pedal is pressed and held down with the igni-
tion switch or the operation mode in ON, the bat-
tery may be flat or the shift-lock mechanism may
be malfunctioning. Immediately have your vehicle
checked by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.

If you need to move the vehicle, shift the selector
lever as follows. 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Stop the engine if it is running. Starting and driving
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3. Insert a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver
with a cloth over its tip into notch (A) of the
cover. Pry gently as shown to remove the cov-
er. 4. Depress the brake pedal with the right foot.
5. Turn

the ignition switch to the “ACC” posi-
tion or put the operation mode in ACC.
6. Insert a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver in the shiftlock release hole (B). Shift the se-
lector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position
while pressing the straight blade (or minus)
screwdriver down. Selector lever position display
E00602300293
When

the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” po-
sition or the operation mode is put in ON, the posi-
tion of the selector lever is indicated in the multi-
information display. Selector lever positions (Main gate)
E00602400180
“P” PARK
This
position locks the transmission to prevent the
vehicle from moving. The engine can be started in
this position.
“R” REVERSE
This position is to back up. CAUTION
l
Never
shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R”
(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is
in motion to avoid a transmission damage. “N” NEUTRAL
At this position the transmission is disengaged. It is
the

same as the neutral position on a manual trans-
mission, and should only be used when the vehicle
is stationary for an extended length of time during
driving, such as in a traffic jam. WARNING
l Never
move the selector lever to the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position while driving. A se-
rious accident could occur since you
could accidentally move the lever into the
“P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position
or you will lose engine braking.
l On a gradient the engine should be star-
ted in the “P” (PARK) position, not in the
“N” (NEUTRAL) position.
l Always keep your right foot on the brake
pedal when shifting into or out of “N”
(NEUTRAL), to minimize the risk of loss
of control.
“D” DRIVE
This
position is for normal driving. The transmis-
sion automatically selects a suitable gear ratio for
your speed and acceleration.
Engine braking is automatically applied when nec-
essary, depending on road conditions. CAUTION
l
Never
shift into the “D” (DRIVE) posi-
tion from the “R” (REVERSE) position
while the vehicle is in motion to avoid
transmission damage. Starting and driving
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Sports mode
E00602500194
Whether
the vehicle is stationary or in motion,
sports mode is selected by gently pushing the selec-
tor lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position into the
manual gate (A). To return to “D” range operation,
gently push the selector lever back into the main
gate (B).

In sports mode, gear ratio shifts can be made rapid-
ly simply by moving the selector lever backward
and forward. Shift paddles at the steering wheel
can also be used to shift the gear ratio. In contrast
to a manual transmission, the sports mode allows
gear shifts with the accelerator pedal depressed.
NOTE
l You can shift into sports mode with shift pad-
dles when the selector lever is in the main
gate as well. Also, you can return to the “D”
range operation in any of following ways.
When returning to “D” range operation, the
selector lever position display will change to
“D” (DRIVE) position.
• Pull the “+ (SHIFT UP)” side shift pad-dle forward (towards the driver) for over
2 seconds.
• Stop the vehicle.
• Push the selector lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position into the manual gate
(A) and push the selector lever back into
the main gate (B).
SHIFT
UP SHIFT
DOWN SHIFT
UP
SHIFT
DOWN + (SHIFT UP)
The

transmission shifts up once by each opera-
tion.

- (SHIFT DOWN)
The transmission shifts down once by each op-
eration. CAUTION
l
In
sports mode, the driver must execute
upward shifts in accordance with prevail-
ing road conditions, taking care to keep
the engine speed below the red zone.
l Repeated continuous operation of the se-
lector lever or the shift paddles will con-
tinuously switch shift position.
l Do not use the left- and right-hand shift
paddles at the same time. Doing so could
cause a shift of gear ratio that you do not
expect. NOTE
l The

upward shift may be made automatically
in sports mode when the engine revolutions
rises and approaches the tachometer’s red
zone (the red-coloured part of the tachometer
dial).
l In sports mode, only the 6 forward gears can
be selected. To reverse or park the vehicle,
move the selector lever to the “R” (RE-
VERSE) or “P” (PARK) position as required.
l To maintain good running performance, the
transmission may refuse to perform an up-
shift when the selector lever is moved to the
“+ (SHIFT UP)” position at certain vehicle
speeds. Also, to prevent over-revving of the
engine, the transmission may refuse to per-
form a downshift when the lever is moved to
the “- (SHIFT DOWN)” position at certain
vehicle speeds. When this happens, a buzzer
sounds to indicate that a downshift is not go-
ing to take place.
l In sports mode, downward shifts are made au-
tomatically when the vehicle slows down.
When the vehicle stops, 1 st
gear is automati-
cally selected. Starting and driving
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CAUTION
l
Do not race the engine with brake pedal
pressed when the vehicle is stationary.
This can damage the CVT.
Also, when you depress the accelerator
pedal while holding down the brake ped-
al with the selector lever in the “D”
(DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions
may not rise as high as when performing
the same operation with the selector lever
in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Passing acceleration E00602700037
To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) posi-
tion,

push the accelerator to the floor. The CVT
will automatically downshift.
NOTE
l In sports mode, downshifts do not take place
when the accelerator is depressed all the way
to the floor.
Uphill/downhill driving E00603000037
DRIVING UPHILL
The
transmission may not upshift to a higher shift
position if the computer determines the current
speed cannot be maintained once a higher shift po-
sition is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you release
the throttle while climbing a steep grade, the trans-
mission may not upshift.
This is normal, as the computer is temporarily pre-
venting shifting. After reaching the top of the hill,
normal shift function will resume. DRIVING DOWNHILL
When

travelling down steep grades, the computer
may automatically select a lower shift position.
This function assists engine braking efforts, reduc-
ing the need for using the service brakes.
Waiting E00602800126
For short waiting periods, such as at traffic signals
the

vehicle can be left in selector lever position and
held stationary with the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine running,
place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) po-
sition and apply the parking brake, while holding
the vehicle stationary with the service brake. CAUTION
l
Never
hold the vehicle stationary while in
CVT on a hill with the accelerator, al-
ways apply the parking brake and/or serv-
ice brake.
Parking E00602900039
To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete
stop,

fully engage the parking brake, and then
move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
If you are going to leave the vehicle unattended, al-
ways switch off the engine and carry the key. NOTE
l On

a slope, be sure to apply the parking
brake before moving the selector lever to the
“P” (PARK) position. If you move the selec-
tor lever to the “P” (PARK) position before
applying the parking brake, it may be diffi-
cult to disengage the selector lever from the
“P” (PARK) position when next you drive
the vehicle, requiring application of a strong
force to the selector lever to move from the
“P” (PARK) position.
When the CVT makes no speed change E00603100139
If the transmission does not change speeds while
driving,

or your vehicle does not pick up enough
speed when starting on an uphill slope, it may be
that there is something unusual happening in the
transmission, causing a safety device to activate.
We recommend you to have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. Starting and driving
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4-wheel drive operation 4-31
AAccessory (Installation) 04
Accessory socket 5-61
Active stability control (ASC)
4-40
Additional equipment 8-17
Air conditioning 5-03 Important operation tips for the air condition-
ing 5-09
Air purifier 5-10
Airbag 2-24
Antenna 5-39
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 4-38 Display 4-38
Warning lamp 4-38
Ashtray 5-60
Assist grips 5-70
Audio 5-10 Error codes 5-35
External audio input function 5-32
Handling of compact discs 5-38
Steering wheel audio remote control
switches 5-33
Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system 4-17
Automatic transmission Fluid 9-14
Selector lever operation 4-24
Selector lever position 4-25
Sports mode 4-26
BBattery 8-08
Charge warning lamp 3-42 Discharged battery (Emergency starting) 6-02
Disposal information for used batteries

06
Specification 9-11
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface 5-41
Bonnet 8-03
Bottle holder 5-69
Brake assist system 4-36
Brake Anti-lock brake 4-38
Braking 4-34
Fluid 8-07,9-14
Parking brake 4-06
Bulb capacity 8-23
C Capacities 9-14
Card holder 5-59,5-66
Cargo loads 4-52
Catalytic converter

8-02
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehi-
cles 4-33
Central door locks 1-22
Charge warning lamp 3-42
Chassis number 9-02
Check engine warning lamp 3-41
Child restraint 2-15
Child-protection rear doors 1-25
Cigarette lighter 5-60
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle 7-03
Interior of your vehicle 7-02
Clock 5-39
Clutch Fluid 8-07
Coat hook 5-70
Combination headlamps and dipper switch 3-44
Coolant (engine) 8-06,9-14
Cruise control 4-43 Cup holder 5-68
D Daytime running lamps
Bulb capacity
8-24
Replacement 8-30
Demister (rear window) 3-57
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) 4-15
Dimensions 9-04
Dipper (High/Low beam change) 3-47
Doors Central door locks 1-22
Child-protection 1-25
Dead Lock System 1-23
Lock and unlock 1-21
Driving, alcohol and drugs 4-02
E Economical driving 4-02
Electric power steering system (EPS)

4-40
Electric window control 1-34
Electrical system 9-11
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem) 1-03
Electronically controlled 4WD system 4-29
Emergency starting 6-02
Emergency stop signal system 4-37
Engine specifications 9-10
Engine switch 1-11
Engine Coolant 8-06,9-14
Number 9-02
Oil 8-04
Oil and filter 9-14
Overheating 6-04
Specifications 9-10 Alphabetical index
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Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal
information 05
Exterior and interior lamp operation
8-17
F Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-14
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid

9-14
Brake fluid 8-07,9-14
Clutch fluid 8-07
CVT fluid 9-14
Engine coolant 8-06,9-14
Power steering fluid 9-14
Twin Clutch SST fluid 9-14
Washer fluid 8-07,9-14
For cold and snowy weather 8-17
Front fog lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-29
Switch 3-50
Front room lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Front seat 2-03
Front turn-signal lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-28
Fuel consumption 9-13
Fuel Filling the fuel tank 03
Fuel selection 02
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems 05
Tank capacity 03
Fuses 8-18
Fusible links 8-18 GGeneral maintenance 8-17
General vehicle data

9-04
Genuine parts 05
Glove box lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
H Hazard warning flasher switch 3-50
Hazard warning indication lamps

3-40
Head restraints 2-07
Headlamp levelling switch 3-48
Headlamp washer switch 3-56
Headlamps Bulb capacity 8-23
Headlamp flasher 3-47
Replacement 8-25,8-26
Switch 3-44
Heated mirror 4-10
Heated seats 2-06
Heater 5-03
High-mounted stop lamp Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Hill start assist 4-35
Hinges and latches lubrication 8-17
Horn switch 3-57
I If the vehicle breaks down 6-02
Ignition switch 4-11
Indication lamps

3-40
Information screen display 3-42
Inside rear-view mirror 4-08
Inside tailgate release 1-27 Inspection and maintenance following rough road
operation 4-33
Instruments 3-02
Interior lamps 5-62
Map lamps 5-63
J Jack 6-06
Storage 6-06
Jump starting (Emergency starting)

6-02
K Key slot 1-17
Keyless entry system 1-04,1-18
Keyless operation system 1-07
Keys 1-02
L Labeling 9-02
Lamp monitor buzzer

3-46
Leakage (Fuel, engine coolant, oil and exhaust
gas) 8-17
Licence plate lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Replacement 8-33
Link System 5-41
Lubricants 9-14
Luggage hooks 5-70
Luggage room lamp 5-63 Bulb capacity 8-24
M Making a luggage compartment 2-08
Manual transmission 4-21
Map lamps 5-62,5-63Alphabetical index
2

T
Tachometer 3-02
Tail lamps
Bulb capacity
8-24
Replacement 8-31
Tailgate 1-26
Tank capacity 03
Tissue holder 5-67
Tools 6-06 Storage 6-06
Towing 6-19
Trailer towing 4-54
Transfer oil 9-14
Transmission Automatic transmission 4-24
Manual transmission 4-21
Turbocharger operation 4-16
Turn-signal indication lamps 3-40
Turn/Lane-change signals 3-49
Twin Clutch SST (Sport Shift Transmission) Fluid 9-14
Tyres 8-11 How to change a tyre 6-12
Inflation pressures 8-12
Rotation 8-13
Size (tyre and wheel) 9-12
Snow tyres 8-14
Tread wear indicators 8-13
Tyre chains 8-14
Tyre repair kit 6-07
UUSB input terminal 5-57
USB input terminal device
How to connect a USB memory device

5-57
How to connect an iPod 5-57 Used engine oils safety instructions and disposal in-
formation 05
V Vanity mirror lamp
Bulb capacity
8-24
Vehicle care precautions 7-02
Vehicle dimensions 9-04
Vehicle identification number plate 9-02
Vehicle information code plate 9-02
Vehicle labeling 9-02
Vehicle performance 9-06
Vehicle weight 9-07
Ventilators 5-02
W Warning lamps 3-41
Washer
Fluid 8-07,9-14
Switch 3-55,3-56
Washing 7-03
Waxing 7-04
Weatherstripping

8-17
Weight 9-07
Wheel Covers 6-18
Specification 9-12
Wiper Rear window 3-55
Windscreen 3-51
Wiper blades 8-15 Alphabetical index
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