fuel MITSUBISHI ASX 2012 (in English) Owner's Guide

CAUTION
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Before moving your vehicle, check that
the warning lamp is OFF.
Changing the function settings (when
the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON) E00522700348
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Firmly
apply the parking brake and put the
gearshift lever into the “N” (Neutral) posi-
tion (M/T) or the selector lever into the “P”
(PARK) position (CVT).
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch a few times to switch the information
screen to the function setting screen.
Refer to “Information screen (when the igni-
tion switch or the operation mode is ON)” on
page 3-09.
Type 1 Type 2 CAUTION
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For
safety, stop the vehicle before operat-
ing.
While driving, even if you operate the mul-
ti-information meter switch, the function
setting screen is not displayed.
3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Type 1
Type 2 NOTE
l To

return the menu screen to the function set-
ting screen, press and hold the multi-informa-
tion meter switch for about 2 seconds or more.
l If no operations are made within about 15 sec-
onds of the menu screen being displayed, the
display returns to the function setting screen. 4. Select
the item to change on the menu screen
and change to the desired setting. Refer to
the following items for further details on the
operation methods.

Refer to “Changing the reset mode for aver-
age fuel consumption and average speed” on
page 3-17.
Refer to “Changing the fuel consumption dis-
play unit” on page 3-18.
Refer to “Changing the temperature unit” on
page 3-19.
Refer to “Changing the display language” on
page 3-20.
Refer to “Changing the language cooperative
control” on page 3-20.
Refer to “Operation sound setting” on page
3-21.
Refer to “Changing the time until “REST RE-
MINDER” is displayed” on page 3-21.
Refer to “Changing the turn-signal sound”
on page 3-22.
Refer to “Changing the momentary fuel con-
sumption display” on page 3-22.
Refer to “Returning to the factory settings”
on page 3-23.
Changing the reset mode for average fuel con-
sumption and average speed E00522900845
The mode conditions for the average fuel consump-
tion

and average speed display can be switched be-
tween “Auto reset” and “Manual reset”. Instruments and controls
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1. Press and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select “AVG” (average fuel con-
sumption and average speed setting).
Type 1
Type 2 3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
in sequence from A or 1 (Auto reset mode)
→ M, 2 or P (Manual reset mode) → A or 1
(Auto reset mode).
The setting is changed to the selected mode
condition. Manual reset mode
l When

the average fuel consumption and aver-
age speed are being displayed, if you hold
down the multi-information meter switch,
the average fuel consumption and average
speed displayed at that time are reset.
l When the following operation is performed,
the mode setting is automatically switched
from manual to auto.
[Except vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system]
Turn the ignition switch from the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position to the “ON” position.
[For vehicles equipped with the keyless oper-
ation system] Change the operation mode
from ACC or OFF to ON.

Switching to auto occurs automatically. If
switching to manual mode is done, however,
the data from the last reset is displayed.
Auto reset mode l When the average fuel consumption and aver-
age speed are being displayed, if you hold
down the multi-information meter switch,
the average fuel consumption and average
speed displayed at that time are reset.
l When the engine switch or the operation
mode is in the following conditions, the aver-
age fuel consumption display and average
speed display are automatically reset.
[Except vehicles equipped with keyless oper-
ation system]
The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for about 4 hours or longer.
[For vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
The operation mode is in ACC or OFF for
about 4 hours or longer. NOTE
l The
average fuel consumption display and
average speed display can be reset individual-
ly for the auto reset mode and manual reset
mode.
l The memory of the auto reset mode or man-
ual reset mode for the average fuel consump-
tion display and average speed display is
erased if the battery is disconnected.
l The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset
mode”.
Changing the fuel consumption display unit E00523000579
The display unit for fuel consumption can be switch-
ed.

The distance, speed, and amount units are also
switched to match the selected fuel consumption
unit. 1. Press and hold the multi-information meterswitch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17. Instruments and controls
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2. Lightly press the multi-information meter
switch to select “AVG UNIT” (fuel consump-
tion display setting).
Type 1
Type 2 3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to dis-
play “AVG UNIT” (fuel consumption dis-
play unit setting). 4. Lightly
press the multi-information meter
switch to switch in sequence from km/L →
L/100 km → mpg (US) → mpg (UK) → RE-
TURN → km/L.
Type 1 Type 2 5. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to change
the setting to the selected unit.
NOTE l The display units for the driving range, the
average fuel consumption, the average speed
and the momentary fuel consumption are
switched, but the units for the indicating nee-
dle (speedometer), the odometer and the trip-
meter will remain unchanged.
l The memory of the unit setting is erased if
the battery is disconnected, and it returns au-
tomatically to L/100 km.
The distance and speed units are also switched in
the following combinations to match the selected
fuel consumption unit. Fuel consump-
tion Distance
(driving range) Speed
(average speed)
L/100 km km km/h
mpg (US) mile(s) mph
mpg (UK) mile(s) mph km/L kmkm/h Changing the temperature unit
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The display unit for temperature can be switched.
1. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter
switch to select “ ”
(temperature unit set-
ting).
Type 1
Type 2 Instruments and controls
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2. Lightly press the multi-information meter
switch to select “ALARM” (rest time setting).
Type 1
Type 2 3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to dis-
play “ALARM” (rest time setting).
Type 1 Type 2 4. Lightly
press the multi-information meter
switch to select the time until the display.
5. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for about 2 seconds or more, the set-
ting is changed to the selected time.
NOTE l If the battery is disconnected, the unit setting
is erased from memory and is automatically
set to OFF.
l The drive time is reset when the ignition
switch is turned off or the operation mode is
put in OFF.
Changing the turn-signal sound E00529100211
It is possible to change the turn-signal sound.
1. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17. 2. Lightly
press the multi-information meter
switch to select (changing the turn-sig-
nal sound).
Type 1
Type 2 3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
in sequence from 1 (turn-signal sound 1) →
2 (turn-signal sound 2) → 1 (turn-signal
sound 1).
The setting changes to the selected turn-sig-
nal sound.
Changing the momentary fuel consumption dis-
play (Type 2) E00529200195
It is possible to change the bar graph setting of the
momentary fuel consumption display. Instruments and controls
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1. Press and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter
switch to select (changing the momenta-
ry fuel consumption display) 3. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
in sequence from ON (with the green bar
graph) → OFF (without the green bar graph)
→ ON (with the green bar graph).
The setting changes to the selected bar graph
setting.
Returning to the factory settings E00523600748
All of the function settings can be returned to their
factory settings. 1. Press
and hold the multi-information meter
switch for about 2 seconds or more to switch
from the setting mode screen to the menu
screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings
(when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is ON)” on page 3-17.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select “RESET” (returning to the
factory settings).
Type 1
Type 2 3. When
you press and hold the multi-informa-
tion meter switch for about 5 seconds or
more, the buzzer sounds and all of the func-
tion settings are returned to the factory set-
tings.
NOTE l The factory settings are as follows. • Average
fuel consumption and average
speed reset mode: A (Auto reset)
• Fuel consumption display unit: L/100 km
• Temperature unit: °C (Celsius)
• Display language: ENGLISH or RUSSI- AN
• Cooperative language setting: A
• Operation sounds: ON (Operation sounds on)
• “REST REMINDER” display: OFF
• Turn-signal sound: Turn-signal sound 1
• Momentary fuel consumption with the green bar graph (Type 2): ON Instruments and controls
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Screen type 1 Screen type 2 Cause Solution (Reference)
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There is a fault in the fuel system.
lWe recommend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point. l
You
are driving with the parking
brake still applied. l
Release the parking brake. Refer
to “Brake warning display” on
page 3-42. l
There
is a fault in the engine oil
circulation system. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place. We recommend you
to have it checked.
Refer to “Oil pressure warning
display” on page 3-43. l
There
is a fault in the charging
system. l
Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place. We recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
Refer to “Charge warning dis-
play” on page 3-43. l
There
is a fault in the SRS airbag
or the pretensioner system. l
We recommend you to have it
checked.
Refer to “Supplemental restraint
System (SRS) warning lamp” on
page 2-34. Instruments and controls
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Screen type 1 Screen type 2 Cause Solution (Reference)
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The fuel is running low.
lRefuel as soon as possible. Refer
to “Fuel remaining warning dis-
play” on page 3-14. l
An
excessive amount of particu-
late matter (PM) accumulates in-
side the diesel particulate filter
(DPF). Refer to “Diesel particulate filter
(DPF)” on page 4-16. l
It
is suspected that the engine oil
level has increased excessively. Immediately have your vehicle
checked by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
Refer to “Engine oil level warning dis-
play” on page 3-43. l
More
than specified limit water
has accumulated in the fuel filter. l
We recommend you to have it
checked.
Refer to “Fuel filter indicator dis-
play” on page 3-41 . l
The
outside temperature is 3 °C
(37 °F) or less. l
Be careful of ice on the road.
l The
road can be icy even when
this warning is not displayed, so
drive carefully. Instruments and controls
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Warning lamps
E00502400147Brake warning lamp
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This
lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position or
the operation mode is put in ON, and
goes off after a few seconds.
Always make sure that the lamp goes off
before driving.
With the ignition switch or the operation
mode in ON, the brake warning lamp il-
luminates under the following conditions:
l When the parking brake lever has
been engaged.
l When the brake fluid level in the
reservoir falls to a low level.
l When the brake force distribution
function is not operating correctly. CAUTION
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In
the situations listed below,
brake performance may be com-
promised or the vehicle may be-
come unstable if brakes are ap-
plied suddenly; consequently,
avoid driving at high speeds or
applying the brakes suddenly.
Furthermore, the vehicle
should be brought to a stop in a
safe location and to have it
checked. CAUTION
• The
brake warning lamp
does not illuminate when
the parking brake is applied
or does not turn off when
the parking brake is re-
leased.
• The ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp illumi-
nate at the same time
For details, refer to “ABS
warning lamp” on page
4-39.
• The brake warning lamp re- mains illuminated during
driving.
l The vehicle should be brought
to a halt in the following man-
ner when brake performance
has deteriorated.
• Depress the brake pedalharder than usual.
Even if the brake pedal
moves down to the very end
of its possible stroke, keep it
pressed down hard.
• Should the brakes fail, use engine braking to reduce
your speed and pull the park-
ing brake lever.
Depress the brake pedal to
operate the stop lamp to
alert the vehicles behind you. Check engine warning lamp
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This

lamp is a part of an onboard diag-
nostic system which monitors the emis-
sions, engine control system or CVT con-
trol system.
If a problem is detected in one of these
systems, this lamp illuminates or flashes.
Although your vehicle will usually be
drivable and not need towing, we recom-
mend you to have the system checked as
soon as possible.
This lamp will also illuminate when the
ignition switch is turned “ON” or the op-
eration mode is put in ON, and goes off
after the engine has started. If it does not
go off after the engine has started, we rec-
ommend you to have the vehicle checked. CAUTION
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Prolonged
driving with this
lamp on may cause further dam-
age to the emission control sys-
tem. It could also affect fuel
economy and drivability.
l If the lamp does not illuminate
when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position or
the operation mode is put in
ON, we recommend you to
have the system checked. Instruments and controls
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CAUTION
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If the lamp illuminates while
the engine is running, avoid
driving at high speeds and have
the system inspected by a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point as soon
as possible.
Accelerator pedal and brake
pedal response may be negative-
ly influenced under these condi-
tions.
NOTE l The

engine electronic control mod-
ule accommodating the onboard di-
agnostic system has various fault
data (especially about the exhaust
emission) stored. Charge warning lamp
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This

lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned “ON” or the operation
mode is put in ON, and goes off after the
engine has started.
A warning is also displayed on the multi-
information display. CAUTION
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If
it illuminates while the en-
gine is running, there is a prob-
lem in the charging system. Im-
mediately park your vehicle in
a safe place and we recommend
you to have it checked. Information screen display
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Fuel filter indicator display* E00529400083
Type 1 Type 2
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” po-
sition

or the operation mode is put in ON, if more
water than the specified limit has accumulated in
the fuel filter, the warning display is displayed on
the information screen in the multi-information dis-
play. CAUTION
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If
this warning display is displayed we rec-
ommend you to have it checked.
Prolonged driving with the warning dis-
play shown may damage the engine. Instruments and controls
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Economical driving
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For
economical driving, there are some technical re-
quirements that have to be met. The prerequisite
for low fuel consumption is a properly adjusted en-
gine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle
and the most economical operation, we recommend
you to have 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 hab-
its as well as the particular operating conditions.
The following points should be observed in order
to minimize wear of brakes, tyres and engine as
well as to reduce environmental pollution.
Starting the engine
Avoid sudden acceleration and sudden starts, as
they will increase fuel consumption.
Shifting
Shift only at an appropriate speed and engine
speed. Always use the highest shift position possible.
Selecting the 4WD drive mode (4WD
vehicles)
The drive mode-selector should be set to “2WD”
when driving on normal roads and express ways to
obtain best possible fuel economy.
City traffic
Frequent starting and stopping increases the aver-
age fuel consumption. Use roads with smooth traf-
fic flow whenever possible. When driving on con-
gested roads, avoid use of a low shift position at
high engine speeds. Idling
The
vehicle consumes fuel even during idling.
Avoid extended idling whenever possible.
Speed
At higher vehicle speed, more fuel is consumed.
Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight release of
the accelerator pedal will save a significant amount
of fuel.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular inter-
vals. Low tyre inflation pressure increases road re-
sistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low
tyre pressures adversely affect tyre wear and driv-
ing stability.
Cargo loads
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the lug-
gage compartment. Especially during city driving
where frequent starting and stopping is necessary,
the increased weight of the vehicle will greatly af-
fect fuel consumption. Also avoid driving with un-
necessary luggage or carriers, etc., on the roof; the
increased air resistance will increase fuel consump-
tion.
Cold engine starting
Starting of a cold engine consumes more fuel.
Unnecessary fuel consumption is also caused by
keeping a hot engine running. After the engine is
started, commence driving as soon as possible.
Air conditioning
The use of the air conditioning will increase the
fuel consumption. Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving
after drinking alcohol is one of the most fre-
quent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even
with blood alcohol levels far below the legal mini-
mum. 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 sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs af-
fect your alertness, perception and reaction time.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driv-
ing while under the influence of any of these medi-
cations. WARNING
l NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your

perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired. Starting and driving
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