API SN MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE 2012 4.G Owners Manual

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.3-74
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 2
Anti-lock braking system warning light
When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not func-
tioning and only the ordinary braking system is functioning.

Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Test the system as described on page 3-82.

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
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.P.3-82
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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6 Quick index
If the indicator flashes and a tone sounds when the electric convertible top is operated
(ECLIPSE SPYDER)
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Indicator Lamp
Tone
Do this
Ref. page
Flashes slowly
(approx. one flash
per second).Sounds intermit-
tently and rapidly
(approx. three
times per second).
The requirements for operation of the electric convertible top
are not all satisfied. Ensure satisfaction of all the require-
ments.P. 3 - 3 2

The indicator and tone indicate that the electric convertible
top is not going to operate.
• Check whether the OPEN switch and CLOSE switch are
both being pressed at the same time.
• Check whether the OPEN (or CLOSE) switch is being
pressed when the top is fully open (or closed).P.3-33,
3-36

The indicator and tone indicate that the electric convertible
top has temporarily stopped working because continuous
operation of one switch then the other has triggered a protec-
tion circuit. Wait about seven minutes, then try operating the
electric convertible top again.P. 3 - 3 3
Flashes rapidly
(approx. two
flashes per sec-
ond).Sounds for
approx. five sec-
onds.
The top is partly open. Stop the vehicle and completely open
or close the top. The tone will then stop.P. 3 - 3 8
Sounds intermit-
tently and slowly
(approx. once per
second).
The indicator and tone indicate a system fault. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.P. 3 - 3 8
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Features and controls
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3
To p s w i t c h e s
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The top can be opened and closed using the switches. The top
moves only while a switch is being pushed.NOTE
If the OPEN switch and CLOSE switch are both pushed at
the same time, the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flashes per second) and a tone
will sound intermittently and rapidly (approximately three
per second) to indicate that the top is not going to work.
To operate the top, release the switches and push the rele-
vant switch again.
If the switches are continuously pushed one after the
other, a protection circuit may operate, making the electric
convertible top temporarily inoperable. In this event, the
operation indicator lamp will flash slowly (approximately
one flash per second) and a tone will sound intermittently
(approximately three times per second). Wait about 7 min-
utes, then try operating the electric convertible top again.
To open the top
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1. Without obstructing traffic, stop the vehicle on a level,
firm surface where the top can be safely operated.
2. Securely apply the parking brake. If the vehicle has an
automatic transaxle, place the selector lever in the “P”
(PARK) position. If the vehicle has a manual transaxle,
place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.NOTE
The top can be operated with the selector lever of an auto-
matic transaxle in a position other than “P” (PARK) and
with the gearshift lever of a manual transaxle in a position
other than “N” (Neutral). For safety, however, you should
place the selector lever or gearshift lever (as relevant) in
the indicated position and apply the parking brake.
3. Start the engine.NOTE
Operating the top without the engine running can drain the
battery. To avoid a dead battery, operate the top with the
engine running.
4. Pull down both sun visors.
1- OPEN switch
2- CLOSE switch
3- Operation indicator lamp
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NOTE
During operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will
stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flash per second).

If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes
before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending
on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or
retracted position. During this time, the operation indica-
tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the
operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2
minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.

The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top
is moving.

When the OPEN switch is pushed, the door windows and
quarter windows automatically open fully before the top
starts moving.

If the CLOSE switch is pushed when the top is fully
closed, the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly
(approximately one flash per second) and a tone sounds
intermittently and rapidly (approximately three times per
second) to indicate that the top is not going to move.
To close the top
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1. When you push the CLOSE switch, a tone will sound and
the top will start to operate. Keep pressing the CLOSE
switch until the top is fully closed. Refer to “Top
switches” on page 3-33.NOTE
When the top reaches the fully closed position, a tone
sounds once and the operation indicator lamp goes off to
show that the operation is complete.
WA R N I N G
!
To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.
To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper-
ating the top.
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NOTE
During operation of the top, if the switch is released
before the top has fully closed or retracted, the top will
stop moving and the operation indicator lamp will flash
slowly (approximately one flash per second).

If operation of the top is stopped for more than 4 minutes
before it has fully closed or retracted, the top (depending
on its location) will slowly move toward the closed or
retracted position. During this time, the operation indica-
tor lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and the top switch will be inoperable. When the
operation indicator lamp stops flashing (approximately 2
minutes later), the top switch will again become operable.

The operation indicator lamp is illuminated while the top
is moving.

When the CLOSE switch is pushed, the door windows
and quarter windows automatically open fully before the
top starts moving.

If the OPEN switch is pushed when the top is fully open,
the operation indicator lamp flashes slowly (approxi-
mately one flash per second) and a tone sounds intermit-
tently and rapidly (approximately three times per second)
to indicate that the top is not going to move.
WA R N I N G
!
To avoid injury, keep hands and head away from the
top while it is operating.
To prevent uncontrolled movement of the top,
always keep the vehicle engine running when oper-
ating the top.
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2. Pull down both sun visors.
3. Firmly return the latch handles (B) until they click and
lock into position. Return the sun visors to their original
positions.NOTE
If you lock the driver’s-side latch handle (B) while listen-
ing to the audio system, an audible beep will sound and
the audio system’s sound equalization will change to set-
tings that are optimized for operation with the electric
convertible top closed.
Part-open warning buzzer
N00505400033
If you start to drive the vehicle with the top partly open, the
operation indicator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two
flashes per second) and a tone will sound for approximately 5
seconds to indicate that the top is partly open. Stop the vehicle
in a safe place and completely open or close the top.If the electric convertible top malfunctions
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If the electric convertible top malfunctions, the operation indi-
cator lamp will flash rapidly (approximately two flashes per
second) and a tone will sound intermittently and slowly
(approximately once per second) to indicate the system fault
when either top switch is operated. If the operation indicator
lamp does not go off when a period of 10 minutes or longer has
elapsed, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
WA R N I N G
!
Make sure the latch handles (B) are securely locked
in place. Driving the vehicle without first locking the
latch handles in position could cause the top to open,
resulting in a serious accident.
B
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When the selector lever position indicator flashes while you are
driving, there could be a malfunction in the automatic tran-
saxle.NOTE
In sports mode, the indication of the currently selected
gear flashes.

If the selector lever position is in the “P” (PARK), “R”
(REVERSE) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position, the indicator
does not flash.
or through or
CAUTION
!
If a malfunction occurs in the automatic transaxle
while driving, the selector lever position indicator
will flash.
In this case, immediately park your vehicle in a safe
place and follow these procedures:
{The selector lever position indicator warning func-
tion does not operate with the selector lever in the
“P” (PARK), “R” (REVERSE) or “N” (NEUTRAL)
position.}
[The selector lever position indicator flashes rapidly
(twice per second)]
The automatic transaxle fluid is overheating.
Park your vehicle in a safe place but do not turn off
the engine. Move the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position and open the engine hood. Keep
the engine idling.
After a while, move the selector lever to the “D”
(DRIVE) position and confirm that the selector
lever position indicator stops flashing. It is safe to
continue driving if the selector lever position indica-
tor no longer flashes.
If the selector lever position indicator continues
flashing or flashes intermittently, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
[The selector lever position indicator flashes slowly
(once per second)]
The automatic transaxle safety device may be oper-
ating due to a malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice as soon as possible.
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“D” DRIVEThis position is used for most city and highway driving. Engine
shifting and braking are done automatically as needed, depend-
ing on road conditions.NOTE
For information on manual gate operation, please refer to
“Sports mode” on page 3-76.
Sports mode
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Whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion, sports mode is
selected by pushing the selector lever from the “D” position
into the manual gate. To return to “D” range operation, push
the selector lever back into the main gate.
In sports mode, gear shifts can be made rapidly simply by mov-
ing the selector lever backward and forward. Sports mode
allows gear shifts with the accelerator pedal depressed.Manual gate+ (SHIFT UP)
Push the lever forward once to shift up one gear.
- (SHIFT DOWN)
Pull the lever backward once to shift down one gear.
SHIFT UP
SHIFT DOWN
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NOTE
In sports mode, only the 4 forward gears (4-speed auto-
matic transaxle) or 5 forward gears (5-speed automatic
transaxle) can be selected. To reverse or park the vehicle,
move the selector lever to the “R” (REVERSE) or “P”
(PARK) position in the main gate.

To maintain the required levels of vehicle performance
and safety, the system may not execute certain gear shifts
when the selector lever is operated, such as 4th or 5th gear
at low speed.

In sports mode, downward shifts are made automatically
when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st
gear is automatically selected.
When pulling away from a standstill on a slippery road,
push the selector lever forward to the + (SHIFT UP) posi-
tion. This causes the transaxle to select 2nd gear, which is
better for safe driving on slippery roads. Push the selector
lever to the - (SHIFT DOWN) side to shift back to 1st
gear.

Move the selector lever gently between the manual and
main gates and between positions in the manual gate.
Excessive force could damage the selector lever.
CAUTION
!
Upward shifts do not take place automatically in
sports mode. The driver must make upward shifts in
accordance with prevailing road conditions, making
sure the engine rpm remains below the red zone on
the tachometer.
By rapidly moving the selector lever backwards
(SHIFT DOWN) twice, it is possible to skip one gear
(i.e., 3rd to 1st, 4th to 2nd or 5th to 3rd). Since sud-
den engine deceleration or acceleration can cause a
loss of traction, downshifts must be made carefully
in accordance with the vehicle’s speed.
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Skid control function
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver main-
tain control of the vehicle on slippery roads or during rapid
steering maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output
and the brake on each wheel.NOTE
The skid control function operates at speeds of about 9
mph (15 km/h) or higher.
ASC OFF switch
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The ASC is automatically activated when the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position. You can deactivate the system by
pressing down the ASC OFF switch for 3 seconds or longer.
When the ASC is deactivated, the / indicator will be illu-
minated. To reactivate the ASC, momentarily press the ASC
OFF switch; the / indicator is turned off. Except for vehicles with headlight leveling
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