engine MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 2010 4.G Owners Manual

Introduction
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Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE
SPYDER.
We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engi-
neered for optimum performance, durability and comfort. By
thoroughly reading this Owner’s Manual, you will gain an
understanding of the many features that are included in the
ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE SPYDER. The Owner’s Manual contains
descriptions and illustrations that will assist in the operation
and maintenance of your vehicle.
Your Authorized Mitsubishi Motors Dealer will be happy to
assist you with any further questions you may have regarding
the operation of your vehicle.
Please note that this manual applies to all ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE
SPYDER models and explains all features including options.
Some features explained in this manual may not be installed on
your vehicle.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained here.
This manual includes instructions for standard and optional
equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and to make additions or improvements in its
product without assuming any obligation to install these on
previously manufactured products.
Throughout this manual the words WA R N I N G and CAUTION
appear.
These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
!
Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE Gives helpful information.
WA R N I N G
!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproduc-
tive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
©2009 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Printed in U.S.A.This vehicle is manufactured by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. in
U.S.A. under license from Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.
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Overview
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
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Combination headlights and
dimmer switch P.3-127
Turn signal lever P.3-131
Supplemental restraint system
- air bag (for driver’s seat)
P. 2 - 3 6
Horn switch P.3-138
Electric remote-controlled
outside mirror switch
P.3-59
Front fog light switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 - 1 3 3Steering wheel audio
remote control switch
(if so equipped) P.5-65 Instrument cluster P.3-106
Cruise control lever
P. 3 - 9 1 Ignition switch P.3-61 Wiper and washer
switch P.3-134
Fuses P.7-38
ASC off switch (if so equipped) P.3-87 Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Steering wheel tilt lock
lever P.3-55
Front fog light switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 - 1 3 3 Headlights leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-130
ASC off switch
(if so equipped) P.3-87
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Overview
Outside (Front)
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Sunroof (if so equipped)
P. 3 - 2 8 ECLIPSE
Outside rearview mirrors
P. 3 - 5 9
Fuel tank filler door P.1-4
Locking and unlocking
P. 3 - 1 3
Keyless entry system
P. 3 - 7 Front fog lights
(if so equipped)
P.3-133, 7-48, 7-57Engine compartment P.7-6
Engine hood P.7-4 Windshield wiper and washer P.3-134
Headlight
P.3-127, 7-48, 7-51
Front turn-signal, parking and side-marker lights
P.3-131, 7-48, 7-56Headlight
P.3-127, 7-48, 7-52Vehicles with high intensity discharge (HID)
type headlights Except for vehicles with high intensity
discharge (HID) type headlights
Parking and side-marker
light P.3-127, 7-48, 7-53
Front turn signal light
P.3-131, 7-48, 7-55
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Overview
Outside (Front)
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ECLIPSE SPYDER
Outside rearview mirrors
P. 3 - 5 9
Fuel tank filler door P.1-4
Locking and unlocking
P. 3 - 1 3
Keyless entry system
P. 3 - 7
Front fog lights
P.3-133, 7-48, 7-57Engine compartment P.7-6
Engine hood P.7-4Windshield wiper and washer P.3-134
Headlight
P.3-127, 7-48, 7-51
Front turn-signal, parking and side-marker lights
P.3-131, 7-48, 7-56Headlight
P.3-127, 7-48, 7-52Vehicles with high intensity discharge (HID)
type headlights Except for vehicles with high intensity
discharge (HID) type headlights
Parking and side-marker
light P.3-127, 7-48, 7-53
Front turn signal light
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Quick index
1
If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition key is first turned to “ON”.
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
Charging system warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.P. 3 - 1 1 5
Oil pressure warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine, then check the
engine oil level.
If the light comes on while the engine oil level is normal, have the
system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible.P. 3 - 1 1 5
or
Brake warning light
If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking
brake is fully released.

If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, stop and check
the brake fluid level.

If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction.
Avoid hard braking and high speeds, and contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.P. 3 - 1 1 3
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2 Quick indexSelector lever position indicator in the instru-
ment cluster flashes rapidly
(twice per second) (if so equipped)
Park your vehicle in a safe place.
Idle the engine until the selector lever position indicator stops flash-
ing. If the indicator does not go off, have the system checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice
as soon as possible.P.3-75
or
Engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check
engine light”)
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing,
have the engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible. If the
vehicle is not drivable, contact emergency roadside assistance at 1-
888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for
vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or
local towing company for assistance.P. 3 - 1 1 4
Anti-lock braking system warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Test the system as described on page 3-83.

If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we
recommend that you have the system checked at an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.

When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not func-
tioning and only the ordinary braking system is functioning.P.3-83
SRS warning light
It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend
that you have the air bag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possi-
ble.P. 2 - 2 4 ,
2-44
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
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Quick index
3
Selector lever position indicator in the instru-
ment cluster flashes slowly
(once per second) (if so equipped)
Have the automatic transaxle checked at an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.P. 3 - 7 5
and
ASC indicator and
ASC OFF indicator
Park your vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
Restart the engine and check to see if the indicator comes on again.

If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your
vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.

When this indicator comes on, the active stability control is not func-
tioning and normal operation of the vehicle will not be affected.P. 3 - 8 8
Tire pressure monitoring system warning light
If the warning light comes on, you should stop and adjust the tires to
the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible.
(See “Tire inflation pressures” on page 7-23.)
Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will go off after
a few minutes of driving.

If the warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute and then
remains continuously illuminated, the system is not operating prop-
erly. If the system returns to normal, the warning light will go off. If
the warning light does not go off, have the vehicle inspected at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.P. 3 - 9 9
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
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Quick index
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If this problem occurs...
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Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key.
From “LOCK” to “ACC”Turn the key while jogging the steering wheel in either direction.From “ACC” to “LOCK”Vehicles with automatic transaxle:
Check the position of the selector lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.P.3-62,
3-63
Cannot shift the selector lever
from the “P” (PARK) position.
(for vehicles with automatic
transaxle)Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition key is in the “ON” position.P.3-72
The windows are fogged up.
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower.P.5-12,
5-20
The engine does not start.
The lights do not come on.
The lights are dim.
The horn does not honk.
The horn sound is weak.Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.P.6-2,
7-16
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8 Quick index
Problem
Do this
Ref. page
The engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge indicator is at the
“H” (hot) position.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.
The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.P. 6 - 6
The vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud, or snow.Move the gearshift lever or selector lever rhythmically between 1st and Reverse gears
(for vehicles with manual transaxle) or “Sports mode” and “R” (REVERSE) positions
(for vehicles with automatic transaxle), while pressing lightly on the accelerator pedal.P.6-22
WA R N I N G
!
When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The rocking
motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders.
Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in overheating
and transaxle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.
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1-2 General information
1Fuel selection
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Your vehicle is designed to use unleaded gasoline only. It is
equipped with a fuel filler tube especially designed to accept
only a small diameter unleaded gasoline dispensing nozzle. Gasoline detergent additivesIn the United States, fuel suppliers are required by law to add
detergents to their gasoline to minimize fuel-injector fouling
and minimize intake-valve deposits. Detergent gasoline helps
keep your engine in tune and your emission-control system
working properly.
Octane requirement2.4 liter engine modelYour vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline hav-
ing a minimum octane number of 87 [(MON+RON)/2], or 91
RON.3.8 liter engine modelYour vehicle is designed to operate on premium grade
unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 91
[(MON+RON)/2], or 95 RON. If premium grade unleaded gas-
oline is not available, unleaded gasoline having an octane num-
ber of 87 [(MON+RON)/2], or 91 RON may be temporarily
use as an emergency measure, but only under the following
precautions.

Have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded reg-
ular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gasoline
as soon as possible.

Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration.
MON: Motor Octane Number
RON: Research Octane Number Oxygenated gasoline Gasoline sold at some service stations contains oxygenates
such as ethanol and MTBE, although the oxygenates may not
be identified by those names. Oxygenates are required in some
areas of the country. Such fuel can be used in your vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You
could be burned, seriously injured or killed when
handling it. Whenever you refuel your vehicle, stop
the engine and keep flames, sparks, and smoking
materials away from the vehicle. Always handle fuel
in well-ventilated outdoor areas.
CAUTION
!
Using leaded gasoline in your vehicle will damage
the engine, catalytic converter, and the oxygen sen-
sors. Also, using leaded gasoline is illegal, and will
void your warranty coverage of the engine, catalytic
converter, and oxygen sensors.
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