Doors open MITSUBISHI ASX 2012 Owner's Manual (in English)

Pay attention to the following if the security
alarm is set to “Active”.
Refer
to “Security alarm system” on page
1-28. • If the security alarm is in the systemarmed mode, the alarm will sound if the
doors are opened after being unlocked
with the key, the inside lock knob or the
central door lock switch.
• Even if the security alarm is set to “Ac- tive”, the system preparation mode is not
entered if the keyless entry system or the
keyless operation function was not used
to lock the vehicle. Electronic immobilizer (Anti-
theft starting system) E00300201801
[For
vehicles equipped with keyless operation sys-
tem]
For information on operations for vehicles equip-
ped with the keyless operation system, refer to
“Keyless operation system: Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system)” on page 1-11.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless opera-
tion system]
The electronic immobilizer is designed to signifi-
cantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft. The
purpose of the system is to immobilize the vehicle
if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start attempt
can only be achieved by using a key “registered” to
the immobilizer system.
NOTE
l In the following cases, the vehicle may not
be able to receive the registered ID code
from the registered key and the engine may
not start.
• When the key contacts a key ring or othermetallic or magnetic object (Type A)
• When the key grip contacts metal of an- other key (Type B)
• When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizing keys (including keys of oth-
er vehicles) (Type C)

In cases like these, remove the object or
additional key from the vehicle key. Then
try again to start the engine. If the engine does not start, we recom-
mend
you to contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point. Locking and unlocking
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l
If the UNLOCK switch (2) is pressed and no
door or tailgate is opened within approximate-
ly 30 seconds, relocking will automatically
occur.
l It is possible to modify functions as follows:
For further information, please contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
• The time for automatic relocking can bechanged.
• The confirmation function (flashing of the turn-signal lamps) can be set to oper-
ate only when the doors and backdoor are
locked or only when the doors and back-
door are unlocked.
• The confirmation function (this indicates locking or unlocking of the doors and tail-
gate with the flash of the turn-signal
lamps) can be deactivated.
• The number of times the turn-signal lamps are flashed by the confirmation
function can be changed.
Operation of the Dead Lock System
In a vehicle that has a Dead Lock System, it is pos-
sible to set the Dead Lock System using the remote
controller.
(Refer to “Dead Lock System” on page 1-23.) Operation of the outside rear-view mir-
rors
(Vehicles equipped with mirror re-
tractor switch) E00310800135
To fold
Within 30 seconds of locking the doors and tailgate
using the LOCK switch (1), press the LOCK
switch twice rapidly to fold the outside rear-view
mirrors.
To extend
Within 30 seconds of unlocking the doors and tail-
gate using the UNLOCK switch (2), press the UN-
LOCK switch twice rapidly to return the outside
rear-view mirrors to their extended positions. The outside rear-view mirrors are not initially set
to
work as described above. If you want them to
work as described above, you need to set them so
that they do not retract/extend when the doors and
tailgate are locked/unlocked using the keyless en-
try system or keyless operation system.
Refer to “Starting and driving: Outside rear-view
mirrors” on page 4-10.
For details, please consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
In a vehicle equipped with the MITSUBISHI Mul-
ti-Communication System (MMCS), it is possible
to change the setting by means of screen operations.
Refer to the separate owner’s manual for details. NOTE
l The

keyless entry system does not operate in
the following conditions: • The key is left in the ignition switch.
• The door or tailgate is open. l
The
remote control switch will operate with-
in approximately 4 m from the vehicle. How-
ever, the operating range of the remote con-
trol switch may change if the vehicle is loca-
ted near a power station, or radio/TV broad-
casting station.
l If either of the following problems occurs,
the battery may be exhausted.
• The remote control switch is operated atthe correct distance from the vehicle, but
the doors and tailgate are not locked/un-
locked in response.
• The indication lamp (3) is dim or does not come on.

For further information, please contact
your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
If you replace the battery yourself, refer
to “Procedure for replacing the remote
control switch battery” on page 1-06.
l If your remote control switch is lost or dam-
aged, please contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point for a re-
placement remote control switch.
l If you wish to add a remote control switch,
we recommend you to contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
A maximum of 8 remote control switches are
available for your vehicle.
Setting of door and tailgate unlock
function (Except for vehicles equipped
with a Dead Lock System) E00310300130
The door and tailgate unlock function can be set to
the following two conditions. Locking and unlocking
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Each time the door and tailgate unlock function is
set,
a chime will sound to tell you the condition of
the door and tailgate unlock function. Number of
chimes Condition
One chime All doors and the tailgate unlock
Two chimes Driver’s door unlock only 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Place

the combination headlamps and dipper
switch in the “OFF” position, and leave the
driver’s door open.
3. Press and hold the LOCK switch (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and then also press the UNLOCK
switch (2) during this time.
4. Release in sequence the LOCK and UN- LOCK switches within 10 seconds of press-
ing the LOCK switch in step 3.
NOTE l On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
Procedure for replacing the remote
control switch battery E00309500145
1. Before
replacing the battery, remove static
electricity from your body by touching a met-
al part such as a doorknob of the room. 2. Remove
the screw (A) from the remote con-
trol switch. 3. With
the MITSUBISHI mark facing you, in-
sert the cloth-covered tip of a straight blade
(or minus) screwdriver into the notch in the
remote control switch case and use it to open
the case. NOTE
l Be

sure to perform the procedure with the
MITSUBISHI mark facing you. If the
MITSUBISHI mark is not facing you when
you open the remote control switch case, the
switches may come out.
4. Remove the remote control transmitter from the remote control switch case. Then, open
the remote control transmitter using the meth-
od described in step 3. 5. Remove the old battery.Locking and unlocking
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6. Install a new battery with the + side (B) down.
Coin type battery
CR1616
- side
+ side 7. Close the remote control transmitter firmly.
8.

Place the remote control transmitter in the re-mote control switch case, then securely close
the remote control switch case.
9. Attach the screw (A) removed in step 2.
10. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.
NOTE l You may purchase a replacement battery at
an electric appliance store.
l A MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point can replace the battery for you if
you prefer. CAUTION
l
When
the remote control switch case is
opened, be careful to keep water, dust,
etc. out. Also, do not touch the internal
components. Keyless operation system*
E00305600470
The

keyless operation system allows you to lock
and unlock the doors and tailgate, start the engine
and change the operation mode simply by carrying
the keyless operation key with you.
The keyless operation key can also be used as the
keyless entry system remote control switch.
Refer to “Keyless operation system: Keyless entry
system” on page 1-18.

The driver should always carry the keyless opera-
tion key. This key is necessary for locking and un-
locking the doors and tailgate, starting the engine
and otherwise operating the vehicle, so before lock-
ing and leaving the vehicle, be sure to check that
you have the keyless operation key. WARNING
l People
with implantable cardiac pacemak-
ers or implantable cardiovascular-defib-
rillators should not go near the exterior
transmitters (A) or the interior transmit-
ters (B). The radio waves used by the key-
less operation system could adversely af-
fect implantable cardiac pacemakers or
implantable cardiovascular-defibrillators. WARNING
l When using electro-medical devices other
than implantable cardiac pacemakers or
implantable cardiovascular-defibrilla-
tors, contact the electromedical device
manufacturer ahead of time to determine
the affects of radio waves on the devices.
Electromedical device operations could
be affected by radio waves.
You can limit the possible operations of the
keyless
operation system in the following
ways. (The keyless operation system can be
used as a keyless entry system.) Consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point. • You can limit operations to locking andunlocking the doors and tailgate. Locking and unlocking
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• You can limit operations to starting the en-
gine.
• The keyless operation system can be disa- bled.

When keyless operation system operations
are modified, the transmitters operate as fol-
lows. • Only locking and unlocking doors or tail-gate: exterior and interior transmitters
• Only starting the engine: interior transmit- ter
NOTE l The keyless operation key uses an ultra-weak
electromagnetic wave. In the following ca-
ses, the keyless operation system may not op-
erate properly or may be unstable.
• When there is equipment nearby thatemits strong radio waves, such as: a pow-
er station, a radio/TV broadcasting sta-
tion or an airport.
• The keyless operation system is carried to- gether with a communications device
such as a cellular phone or radio set, or
with an electronic device such as a person-
al computer.
• The keyless operation key is touching or covered by a metal object.
• A keyless entry system is being used near- by.
• When the keyless operation key battery is worn out. • When the keyless operation key is placed
in an area with strong radio waves or noise.
In such cases, use the emergency key.
Refer to “To operate without using the
keyless operation function” on page
1-18.
l Because the keyless operation key receives
signals in order to communicate with the trans-
mitters in the vehicle, the battery continually
wears down regardless of keyless operation
key use. The battery life is 1 to 3 years, de-
pending on usage conditions. When the bat-
tery wears out, have it replaced at a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
l Because the keyless operation key continual-
ly receives signals, strong radio wave recep-
tion could affect battery wear. Do not leave
the key near a TV, personal computer, or oth-
er electronic device.
Operating range of the keyless opera-
tion system E00305700367
If you are carrying the keyless operation key, enter
the

operating range of the keyless operation sys-
tem, and press the driver’s or front passenger’s
door lock/unlock switch, the tailgate LOCK switch
or the tailgate OPEN switch, the ID code for your
key is verified. You can only lock and unlock the doors and tail-
gate,

start the engine and change the operation
mode if the ID codes of your keyless operation key
and the vehicle match. NOTE
l If

the keyless operation key battery is wear-
ing out or there are strong electromagnetic
waves or noise present, the operating range
may become smaller and operation may be-
come unstable. Locking and unlocking
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Operating range for locking and unlocking the
doors and tailgate
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The
operating range is approximately 70 cm from
the driver’s and front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switches, the tailgate LOCK switch and the tailgate
OPEN switch. *: Forward direction
:
Operating range
NOTE l Locking

and unlocking are only possible
when the door or tailgate is operated while
the keyless operation key is being detected.
l Operation may not be possible if you are too
close to the front door, door window, or tail-
gate.
l Even if the keyless operation key is within
70 cm of the driver’s or front passenger’s
door lock/unlock switch, the tailgate LOCK
switch or the tailgate OPEN switch, if the
key is near to the ground or high up, the sys-
tem may not operate. l
If
the keyless operation key is within the op-
erating range, even someone not carrying the
key can lock and unlock the doors and tail-
gate by pressing the driver’s or front passen-
ger’s door lock/unlock switch, the tailgate
LOCK switch or the tailgate OPEN switch.
Operating range for starting the engine and chang-
ing the operation mode E00306300243
The operating range is the interior of the vehicle. *: Forward direction
:
Operating range
NOTE l Even

if it is within the operating range, if the
keyless operation key is in a small item hold-
er such as the glove box, on top of the instru-
ment panel, door pocket or in the luggage
area, it may be impossible to start the engine
and change the operation mode. l
If
you are too close to the door or door win-
dow, the engine may start even though the
keyless operation key is outside the vehicle.
To operate using the keyless operation
function E00305800746
Locking the doors and tailgate
When
you are carrying the keyless operation key,
if you press the driver’s or front passenger’s door
lock/unlock switch (A), or the tailgate LOCK
switch (B) within the operating range, the doors
and the tailgate are locked.
The turn-signal lamps will blink once.
Also refer to “Locking and unlocking: Doors, Cen-
tral door locks, tailgate” on pages 1-21, 1-22 and
1-26.
Driver’s and front passenger’s door lock/unlock switches Locking and unlocking
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Tailgate switchesNOTE
l For

vehicles equipped with the mirror retrac-
tor switch, the outside rear-view mirrors auto-
matically retract when all the doors and tail-
gate are locked using the keyless operation
function.
Refer to “Starting and driving: Outside rear-
view mirrors” on page 4-10.
l With a vehicle that has a Dead Lock System,
pressing the driver’s or front passenger’s
door lock/unlock switch (A), or the tailgate
LOCK switch (B) two times in succession
causes the Dead Lock System to be set. (Re-
fer to “Setting the system” on page 1-23).
l The keyless operation function does not oper-
ate under the following conditions:
• The keyless operation key is inside the ve-hicle.
• A door or the tailgate is open or ajar.
• The operation mode is not in OFF.
l The tailgate OPEN switch (C) can be used to
confirm that the vehicle is locked properly.
Press the tailgate OPEN switch within approx-
imately 3 seconds of locking the vehicle. l
If
the tailgate OPEN switch is pressed 3 sec-
onds or more after the vehicle is locked, the
doors and the tailgate are unlocked.
l The time within which locking confirmation
is possible can be adjusted. For further infor-
mation, please contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
Unlocking the doors and tailgate
When you are carrying the keyless operation key,
if you press the driver’s or front passenger’s door
lock/unlock switch (A), or the tailgate OPEN
switch (B) within the operating range, all the doors
and the tailgate are unlocked.
If the front room lamp switch is in the “DOOR” po-
sition or the rear room lamp switch (except for ve-
hicles equipped with the sunshade) is in the middle
(•) position at this time, the room lamp will turn on
for 15 seconds. The turn-signal lamps will blink
twice. If the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/un-
lock
switch is pressed and any of the doors or tail-
gate is not opened within approximately 30 sec-
onds, relocking will automatically occur. Also refer
to “Locking and unlocking: Doors, Central door
locks, tailgate” on pages 1-21, 1-22 and 1-26.
Driver’s and front passenger’s door lock/unlock switches
Tailgate OPEN switch Locking and unlocking
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NOTE
l For
vehicles equipped with the mirror retrac-
tor switch, the outside rear-view mirrors auto-
matically extend when all the doors and tail-
gate are unlocked using the keyless operation
function.
Refer to “Starting and driving: Outside rear-
view mirrors” on page 4-10.
l Except for vehicles equipped with a Dead
Lock System, the keyless operation function
can be set so that only the driver’s door un-
locks when the driver’s door lock/unlock
switch is pressed.
If the keyless operation function is set to
work as described above, all the doors and
the tailgate unlock when the driver’s door
lock/unlock switch is pressed two times in
succession.
Refer to “Setting of door and tailgate unlock
function” on page 1-20.
l The keyless operation function does not oper-
ate under the following conditions:
• The keyless operation key is inside the ve-hicle.
• A door or the tailgate is open or ajar.
• The operation mode is not in OFF.
l The doors and the tailgate cannot be un-
locked by using the tailgate OPEN switch for
about 3 seconds after locking.
l The time within which locking confirmation
is possible can be adjusted. For further infor-
mation, please contact your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details. l
The time between unlocking and automatic
locking can be adjusted. Consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details.
Operation confirmation when locking and un-
locking
Operation can be confirmed as shown below. How-
ever, the room lamp will only illuminate if the
front room lamp switch is in the “DOOR” position
or the rear room lamp switch (except for vehicles
equipped with the sunshade) is in the middle (•) po-
sition.
When locking: The turn-signal lamps will blink once.
When unlock-
ing: The room lamp illuminates for
approximately 15 seconds, the
turn-signal lamps blink twice.
NOTE l Functions

can be modified as stated below.
For further information, please contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
On vehicles equipped with MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS),
screen operations can be used to make the ad-
justment. Refer to the separate owner’s man-
ual for details. • Set the confirmation function (blinking of
the
turn-signal lamps) to operate only
when the vehicle is locked or only when
the vehicle is unlocked.
• Disable the operation confirmation func- tion (blinking of the turn-signal lamps).
• Change the number of blinks for the oper- ation confirmation function (blinks of the
turn-signal lamps).
Operation of the Dead Lock System
With a vehicle that has a Dead Lock System, it is
possible to set the Dead Lock System using the driv-
er’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch,
or the tailgate LOCK switch. (Refer to “Dead Lock
System” on page 1-23.)
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft
starting system) E00306400387
The electronic immobilizer has been designed to sig-
nificantly

reduce the possibility of vehicle theft.
The purpose of the system is to immobilize the ve-
hicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start
attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain con-
ditions) using a keyless operation system “regis-
tered” to the immobilizer system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle
have been programmed into the vehicle’s electron-
ics. Refer to “Engine switch” on page 1-12. Locking and unlocking
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Refer to “Key
lock-in prevention sys-
tem” on page 1-14. Refer to “Door

ajar prevention sys-
tem” on page 1-14. Refer to “Operation

mode OFF re-
minder system” on page 1-14. Keyless operation key take-out monitoring system
E00308000420When the vehicle is parked with the operation
mode

in any mode other than OFF, if you close the
door after opening any of the doors and taking the
keyless operation key out of the vehicle, a warning
displays and the buzzer sounds 4 times.
NOTE
l If you take the keyless operation key out of
the vehicle through a window without open-
ing a door, the keyless operation key take-
out monitoring system does not operate. l
It
is possible to change the setting to make
the keyless operation key take-out monitor-
ing system operate if you take the keyless op-
eration key out from the vehicle through a
window without opening a door. For further
information, please contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point.
l Even if you have the keyless operation key
within the engine start operating range, if the
keyless operation key and vehicle ID codes
cannot be matched, for example due to the
ambient environment or electromagnetic con-
ditions, the warning may be activated.
Key lock-in prevention system E00308100391 When the operation mode is in OFF, if you close
all

the doors and the tailgate with the keyless oper-
ation key left in the vehicle and you try to lock the
doors and tailgate by pressing the driver’s or front
passenger’s door lock/unlock switch, or the tailgate
LOCK switch, a warning is issued with the warn-
ing display and the buzzer buzzing for approximate-
ly 3 seconds and you cannot lock the doors and tail-
gate. NOTE
l Make

sure you have the keyless operation
key with you before locking the doors. Even
if you leave the keyless operation key inside
the vehicle, it is possible that the doors will
lock depending on the surrounding environ-
ment and wireless signal conditions.
Door ajar prevention system E00308200347 When the operation mode is in OFF, if you try to
lock

the doors and tailgate by pressing the driver’s
or front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch, or the
tailgate LOCK switch with one of the doors or the
tailgate not completely closed, a warning is issued
with the warning display and the buzzer buzzing
for approximately 3 seconds and you cannot lock
the doors and tailgate.
Operation mode OFF reminder system E00308300348Locking and unlocking
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When the operation mode is in any mode other
than
OFF, if you close all the doors and the tailgate
then try to lock the doors and tailgate by pressing
the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch, or the tailgate LOCK switch, a warning is
issued with the warning display and the buzzer buzz-
ing for approximately 3 seconds and you cannot
lock the doors and tailgate.
Steering wheel lock E00306800235
To lock
Press
the engine switch to put the operation mode
in OFF.
Open one of the doors.
To unlock
The following methods can be used to unlock the
steering wheel.
l Put the operation mode in ACC.
l Start the engine. CAUTION
l
If
the engine is stopped while driving, do
not open a door or press the UNLOCK
switch on the remote control switch until
the vehicle stops in a safe place.
This could cause the steering wheel to
lock, making it impossible to operate the
vehicle.
l Carry the key with you when leaving the
vehicle.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, put the
operation mode in ACC to unlock the
steering wheel. NOTE
l When

the following operation is performed
with the operation mode in OFF, the steering
wheel is locked. • Open or close one of the doors (exceptthe tailgate).
• Lock all doors and the tailgate with the keyless entry system or the keyless opera-
tion function.
l When the steering wheel does not unlock,
the warning will be displayed on the informa-
tion screen in the multi-information display.
Press the engine switch again while moving
the steering wheel slightly. Starting and stopping the engine
E00306900395
Tips for starting l The

operation mode can be in any mode to
start the engine. l
The
starter motor will be turning for up to ap-
proximately 15 seconds if the engine switch
is released at once. Pressing the engine
switch again while the starter motor is still
turning will stop the starter motor. The start-
er motor will be turning for up to approxi-
mately 30 seconds while the engine switch is
pressed.
If the engine does not start, wait for a while
and then attempt to start the engine again. Try-
ing repeatedly with the starter motor still run-
ning will damage the starter mechanism.
l [Diesel-powered vehicles]
While the vehicle is stationary with the
clutch pedal fully depressed, the engine revo-
lutions do not rise to over 3,000 rpm in order
to protect the engine even if the accelerator
pedal is depressed. WARNING
l Never
run the engine in a closed or poor-
ly ventilated area any longer than is nee-
ded to move your vehicle in or out of the
area. Carbon monoxide gases are odour-
less and can be fatal. CAUTION
l
Never
attempt to start the engine by push-
ing or pulling the vehicle.
l Do not run the engine at high rpm or
drive the vehicle at high speed until the en-
gine has had a chance to warm up. Locking and unlocking
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