tow MITSUBISHI ASX 2018 Owner's Manual (in English)
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NOTElWhen the driver’s door is opened while the
steering wheel does not lock, a warning dis-
play will appear and the buzzer sounds to
alert the steering wheel is unlocked.
To unlock
The following methods can be used to unlock
the steering wheel.
l Put the operation mode in ACC.
l Start the engine.
CAUTIONl Carry the key with you when leaving the ve-
hicle.
l If your vehicle needs to be towed, perform
the following operation to unlock the steer- ing wheel.
• On vehicles with
M/T, put the operation
mode in ACC or ON.
• On vehicles with
A/T or CVT, put the op-
eration mode in ON.NOTEl When the steering wheel does not unlock,
the warning will be displayed on the infor-
mation screen in the multi-information dis-
play. Press the engine switch again while
moving the steering wheel slightly.
l When the steering wheel lock is abnormal,
the warning display will appear and the in-ner buzzer will sounds. Put the operation
mode in OFF and then press the lock switch of the keyless operation key. After that,
press the engine switch. If the warning is then not cancelled, have your vehicle checked by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
NOTEl If there is a fault in the steering wheel lock,
the warning display will appear and the in-ner buzzer will sound. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe place and contact the near- est MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.Starting and stopping the en-
gine
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Tips for starting
l The operation mode can be in any mode
to start the engine.
Keyless operation system*
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4.Install a new battery with the + side (A)
up.+ side- sideCoin type battery CR2032
5. Close the case firmly.
6. Check the keyless operation function to
see that it works.
Doors
E00300402060CAUTIONlMake sure the doors are closed: driving with
doors not completely closed is dangerous.
l Never leave children in the vehicle unatten-
ded.
l Be careful not to lock the doors while the
key is inside the vehicle.NOTEl To prevent the key from being locked inside
the vehicle, neither the lock knob on the
driver’s door nor the key can be used to lock the driver’s door when it is open.
To lock or unlock with the key
1- Lock
2- Unlock
NOTEl When locking or unlocking with the key, on-
ly the driver’s door will be locked or un-
locked.
To lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate,
use the central door lock switch, the keyless entry system or the keyless operation func- tion.
Refer to “Central door locks” on pages
3-26 , “Keyless entry system” on pages 3-04,
3-22 , and “To operate using the keyless op-
eration function” on page 3-10.NOTEl If the vehicle is equipped with the keyless
operation system, the driver’s door can be locked or unlocked with the emergency key.
Refer to “Emergency key” on page 3-21.
To lock or unlock from inside
the vehicle
1- Lock
2- Unlock
Pull the inside door handle towards you toopen the door.
NOTEl The driver’s door can be opened without us-
ing the lock knob by pulling on the inside
door handle.
Doors
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Alarm activation
The turn-signal lamps blink and the siren
sounds for approximately 30 seconds.
Refer to “Alarm activation” on page 3-38.
NOTEl The alarm will resume if unlawful actions
are taken again, even if the alarm has stop-
ped.
System cancellation
It is possible to cancel the system activation
during the system preparation mode or the system armed mode.
In addition, it is possible to cancel the alarm
once it has been activated.
Refer to “Cancelling the system” on page 3-37, “Cancelling the alarm” on page 3-39.
NOTEl When lending the vehicle to another person
or allowing the vehicle to be driven bysomeone who is unfamiliar with the securityalarm system, be sure to give the person a
proper explanation of the security alarm sys- tem.
If a person who is unfamiliar with the securi-
ty alarm system accidentally unlocked the vehicle, causing the alarm to sound, the
alarm would be a nuisance to people nearby.Changing the security alarm
settings
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It is possible to set the security alarm to the
“active” mode or “inactive” mode.
Follow the procedure below. 1. Except for vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system, remove the
key from the ignition switch. For vehi-
cles equipped with the keyless operation
system, put the operation mode in OFF.
2. Place the lamp switch in the “OFF” posi- tion, and leave the driver’s door open.
3. Pull the windscreen wiper and washer
switch towards you and hold it there. (Since the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK” position or the operation mode
is in OFF, washer fluid will not be
sprayed.)
Security alarm system*
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4.After approximately 10 seconds, the
buzzer will make a sound. Keep the windscreen wiper and washer switch
pulled towards you. (If the windscreen
wiper and washer switch was released,
the setting change mode would be can-
celled. To start over, perform the proce- dure again from step 3.)
5. When the buzzer stops, with the wind-
screen wiper and washer switch still
pulled towards you, press the UNLOCK switch (A) on the remote control switch to select the security alarm settings
mode.Vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system
The settings mode can be toggled by
pressing the UNLOCK switch. The mode can be confirmed from the numberof times the buzzer sounds.
Number of
times the buzzer
sounds
Security alarm settings mode
1Alarm inactive2Alarm active
6.Any of the following operations can be
used to terminate the system settings change mode. •Releasing the windscreen wiper and
washer switch.
• Closing the driver’s door.
• Inserting the key into the ignition
switch (except for vehicles equip-
ped with the keyless operation sys- tem).
• Putting the operation mode in ON
or ACC. (vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system)
• Placing the lamp switch in any posi-
tion other than “OFF”.
• Allowing 30 seconds to pass with-
out making any changes to the set-
tings.NOTEl If anything with regard to making changes to
the security alarm system settings is hard to understand, please consult yourMITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
l Avoid leaving valuable items inside the ve-
hicle even when the security alarm system
has been set to the “active” mode.Setting the system
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Follow the procedure below to set the system
to the system armed mode. 1. Except for vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system, remove the key from the ignition switch. For vehi-
cles equipped with the keyless operation
system, put the operation mode in OFF.
Security alarm system*
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3-point type seat belt (withemergency locking mechanism)
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This type of belt requires no length adjust- ment. Once worn, the belt adjusts itself to the
movement of the wearer, but in the event of a sudden or strong shock, the belt automatical-
ly locks to hold the wearer’s body.
NOTEl You can check if the belt locks by pulling it
forward quickly.
To fasten
1. Pull the seat belt out slowly while hold-
ing the latch plate.
NOTEl When the seat belts cannot be pulled out in a
locked condition, pull the belts once force-
fully and then return them. After that, pull
the belts out slowly once again.
2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle until
a “click” is heard.
WARNINGl Never wear the lap portion of the belt
across your abdomen. During accidents it
can press sharply against the abdomen and increase the risk of injury.
l The seat belts must not be twisted when
worn.
3. Pull the belt slightly to adjust slackness
as desired.
To unfasten
Hold the latch plate and push the button on
the buckle.
NOTEl As the belt retracts automatically, keep hold-
ing the latch plate while retracting so that the
belt stows slowly. Failure to do this could damage the vehicle.
Seat belts
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NOTElWhen the engine is warm, the diesel preheat
indication lamp does not come on even if the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion or the operation mode is put in ON.Warning lamps
E00502400147Brake warning lamp
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This lamp illuminates whenthe ignition switch is turnedto the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put in ON, and goes off after a few sec-onds.
Always make sure that the lamp goes off be- fore driving.
With the ignition switch or the operation mode in ON, the brake warning lamp illumi-
nates under the following conditions:
l When the parking brake lever has been
engaged.
l When the brake fluid level in the reser-
voir falls to a low level.
l When the brake force distribution func-
tion is not operating correctly.
CAUTIONl In the situations listed below, brake perform-
ance may be compromised or the vehicle may become unstable if brakes are applied
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.
• The brake warning lamp does not illumi-
nate when the parking brake is applied ordoes not turn off when the parking brake is released.
• The ABS warning lamp and brake warn-
ing lamp illuminate at the same time
For details, refer to “ABS warning lamp”
on page 6-49.
• The brake warning lamp remains illumi-
nated during driving.
l The vehicle should be brought to a halt in
the following manner when brake perform- ance has deteriorated.
• Depress the brake pedal harder 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 parking
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 on-
board diagnostic system
which monitors the emis-
sions, engine control system or A/T control system/CVT
control system.
If a problem is detected in one of these sys- tems, this lamp illuminates or flashes.Although your vehicle will usually be driva-
ble and not need towing, we recommend you
to have the system checked as soon as possi-
ble.
This lamp will also illuminate when the igni- tion switch is turned “ON” or the operation
mode is put in ON, and goes off after the en- gine has started. If it does not go off after the
engine has started, we recommend you to have the vehicle checked.
CAUTIONl Prolonged driving with this lamp on may
cause further damage to the emission control
system. It could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
l If the lamp does not illuminate when the ig-
nition switch is turned to the “ON” position
or the operation mode is put in ON, we rec- ommend you to have the system checked.
Warning lamps
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Coming home light
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This function turns on the headlamps in the
low beam setting for about 30 seconds after
the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
position or the operation mode is put in OFF. 1. Turn the combination headlamps and
dipper switch to the “OFF” or “AUTO”
position (for vehicles equipped with the
automatic lamp control).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position or put the operation mode in OFF. Also, if a key was used to start the
engine, remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Within 60 seconds of turning the igni-
tion switch to the “OFF” position or put- ting the operation mode in OFF, pull the
turn signal lever towards you.
4. The headlamps will come on in the low
beam setting for about 30 seconds. After
the headlamps go off, the headlamps can be turned on again in the low beam set-
ting for about 30 seconds by pulling the turn signal lever towards you within 60seconds of turning the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position or putting the op-
eration mode in OFF.
To turn on the headlamps again after 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position or putting the op-
eration mode in OFF, repeat the process
from step 1.NOTEl While the coming home light function is op-
erating, perform one of the following opera-
tions to cancel the function.
• Pull the lever towards you.
• Turn the combination headlamps and dip-
per switch to the “
” or “” position.
• Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi-
tion or put the operation mode in ON.
l It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• The time that the headlamps remain on
can be changed.
• The coming home light function can be
deactivated.
For further information, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Serv-
ice Point.
Headlamp levelling
E00517400031Headlamp levelling switch (ex-
cept for vehicles with dischargeheadlamps)
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The angle of the headlamp beam varies de-
pending on the load carried by the vehicle.
The headlamp levelling switch can be used to adjust the headlamp illumination distance
(when the lower beam is illuminated) so that the headlamps’ glare does not distract other
drivers.
Set the switch according to the following ta- ble.
Headlamp levelling
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Misting function
Move the lever in the direction of the arrowand release, to operate the wipers once.
Use this function when you are driving in
mist or drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released
when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. The wipers will continue to operate while the lev- er is held in the “MIST” position.
The wipers will operate once if the lever ismoved to the “AUTO” position and the knob
(C) is turned in the “+” direction when the ig- nition switch is in the “ON” position or the operation mode is in ON.Windscreen washer*
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The windscreen washer can be operated with the ignition switch or the operation mode in
ON or ACC.
The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windscreen by pulling the lever towards you.When the wipers are not in operation or in in-
termittent operation, by pulling the lever to- wards you, the wipers will operate several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.Except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakhstan,
Moldova and Ukraine, then about 6 seconds
later, wipers operate once more.
On vehicles equipped with a headlamp wash-
er, while the headlamps are on, the headlamp
washer will operate once together with the windscreen washer.
Also, except for vehicles for Russia, Kazakh- stan, Moldova and Ukraine, by releasing the lever soon after pulling it towards you, the
washer fluids will be sprayed several times while the wipers are operating several times.(Comfort washer) Then about 6 seconds later,
wipers operate once more.
Comfort washer will stop operating with any
operation of the lever.CAUTIONl If the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass may
freeze resulting in poor visibility. Heat the
glass with the defroster or demister before using the washer.
Wiper and washer switch
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Economical driving............................................................................. 6-02
Driving, alcohol and drugs.................................................................. 6-03
Safe driving techniques....................................................................... 6-03
Running-in recommendations............................................................. 6-04 Parking brake...................................................................................... 6-06
Parking................................................................................................ 6-07
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment....................................... 6-08
Inside rear-view mirror....................................................................... 6-08 Outside rear-view mirrors................................................................... 6-10
Ignition switch.....................................................................................6-12 Steering wheel lock............................................................................. 6-13
Starting................................................................................................ 6-14 Diesel particulate filter (DPF)*........................................................... 6-17Turbocharger operation*..................................................................... 6-18Auto Stop & Go (AS&G) system*..................................................... 6-19
Manual transmission*......................................................................... 6-23 Automatic transmission INVECS-II 6A/T (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System II)*....................... 6-26
Automatic transmission INVECS-III 6CVT (Intelligent & Innovative Vehicle Electronic Control System III)*...................... 6-32
Electronically controlled 4WD system*............................................. 6-39 4-wheel drive operation...................................................................... 6-41
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation............. 6-43
Cautions on handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles................................. 6-44
Braking................................................................................................ 6-44
Hill start assist*................................................................................... 6-46
Brake assist system............................................................................. 6-47
Emergency stop signal system*.......................................................... 6-48
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)............................................................ 6-48Electric power steering system (EPS)................................................. 6-50
Active stability control (ASC)*.......................................................... 6-51Cruise control*.................................................................................... 6-54
Forward Collision Mitigation system (FCM)*................................... 6-59
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*...................................................... 6-68
Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)*........................................ 6-71 Reversing sensor system*................................................................... 6-77
Rear-view camera*............................................................................. 6-81 Cargo loads......................................................................................... 6-84Trailer towing......................................................................................6-85Starting and driving
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Running-in recommendationsE00600404201
During the running-in period for the first 1,000 km (620 miles) it is advisable to drive your new vehicle using the following precautions as a guideline to aid long life as well as future economy and performance.
l Do not race the engine at high speeds.
l Avoid rapid starting, accelerating, braking and prolonged high-speed running.
l Keep to the running-in speed limit shown below.
Please note that the legal speed limits displayed must be adhered to.
l Do not exceed loading limits.
l Refrain from towing a trailer.Vehicles with M/T
Shift point
Speed limitPetrol-powered vehiclesDiesel-powered vehicles1600 models2000 models1st
gear30 km/h (19 mph)30 km/h (19 mph)20 km/h (12 mph)2nd
gear60 km/h (37 mph)65 km/h (40 mph)45 km/h (28 mph)3rd
gear90 km/h (56 mph)95 km/h (59 mph)70 km/h (43 mph)4th
gear120 km/h (74 mph)120 km/h (74 mph)95 km/h (59 mph)5th
gear120 km/h (74 mph)125 km/h (78 mph)120 km/h (74 mph)6th
gear--120 km/h (74 mph)
Running-in recommendations
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