MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE CROSS 2018 Owner's Manual (in English)

Forward Collision Mitigation sy
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• When a vehicle ahead is not completely in your path.• When your vehicle changed lanes, and your vehicle approached immediatelybehind the vehicle ahead.• When a vehicle ahead is towing a trailer.• When a vehicle ahead is a truck loadedwith freight that protrudes rearwardfrom the cargo bed.• When the height of a vehicle ahead isextremely low or its road clearance is extremely high.• When a vehicle ahead is extremely dirty.• When a vehicle ahead is covered with snow.• When a vehicle ahead has a large glasssurface.• When a vehicle ahead does not havereflectors (light reflector) or the position of the reflector is low.• When a vehicle ahead is a car carrier ora similar shaped vehicle.• When accelerating and deceleratingquickly.• When driving on a slippery road coveredby rain water, snow, ice, etc.• When driving on a road with alternating up and down steep slopes.• When driving on a curve.• When driving on a bumpy or rough road.• When driving in dark areas, such as in atunnel or at night.WA R N I N G
• When the system recognizes driver’s steering, accelerating, braking or gear shifting actions as evasive actions to avoid collision.• When the rear of your vehicle is weigheddown with the weight of passengers and luggage.• Up to several seconds after starting driv-ing.• In adverse weather conditions, such asrain, snow, fog or sand-storm.• When the windshield of the sensor por-tion is covered with dirt, water droplets,snow and ice, etc.• When a vehicle ahead or an oncomingvehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt. • When using a windshield washer.• If windshield wipers are not MitsubishiMotors Genuine parts or equivalent. • When the sensor becomes extremely hotor cold.• If the battery becomes weak or runsdown.• When the sensor is affected by stronglight, such as direct sunlight or the head-lights of an oncoming vehicle.
 The FCM may not detect a pedestrian in certain situations. Some of these include:• If the pedestrian is shorter than approxi-mately 3.2 feet (1 m) or taller than approximately 6.5 feet (2 m).WA R N I N G
• If the pedestrian is wearing loose-fitting clothes.• If part of a pedestrian’s body is hidden, such as when holdin
g an umbrella, large
bag, etc.• If a pedestrian bends forward, sits or lieson the road.• When a pedestrian is pushing/pullingsomething, such as a stroller, bicycle or wheelchair.• When pedestrians gather in a group.• When a pedestrian clothing appears to be nearly the same color or brightness as its surroundings.• When a pedestrian is very close to anobject, such as a vehicle.• When a pedestrian is in a dark area, suchas at night or in a tunnel.• When a pedestrian is walking fast orrunning.• When a pedestrian suddenly rushes infront of the vehicle.• When the position of a pedestrian is closeto the edge of the vehicle.
 When the system recognizes driver’s steering or accelerating actions as evasive actions to avoid a collision, FCM control and alarm functions may be canceled. In certain situations, though there is little or no risk of a collision, the FCM may activate. Examples include: • When overtaking a vehicle.WA R N I N G
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• When driving on a curve.• When there is a road side object (B) that reflects the radar sensor signal, such as a road sign.• When approaching a gate, a railroad crossing, an underpass, a narrow bridge, manhole lid or a speed bump.• When driving under an overpass orpedestrian bridge.• When driving in a narrow tunnel.• When driving in a parking structure.• When approaching a slope where theincline changes significantly.• When trying to stop your vehicle veryclose to a vehicle or an object in front.• When passing a vehicle, a pedestrian oran object closely.WA R N I N G
• When a vehicle in the next lane becomes positioned directly in front of your vehi- cle due to winding road conditions.• When passing through an area thatobjects may contact the vehicle, such asthick grass, tree branches, or a banner.• When there are patterns on the road thatmay be mistaken for a vehicle or a pedes- trian.• When a vehicle cuts into your path in thedetecting range of the sensor.• When an oncoming vehicle is positionedstraight ahead of your vehicle on a curved road.• When the FCM detects a long object car-ried on your vehicle, such as skis or aroof carrier.• When driving through fog, steam, smokeor dust.
 The FCM should be tuned off if any of the following situations occur:• When using an automatic car wash.• When the tires are not properly inflated. • When the emergency spare tire is used.WA R N I N G
• When your vehicle is towed or your vehi- cle tows another vehicle.• When your vehicle is carried on a truck.• When your vehicle is on a chassis dyna-mometer or free rollers.• If the windshield on or surrounding thesensor is cracked or scratched.NOTE
 When depressing the brake pedal while auto- matic braking is applied, the brake pedal willfeel firm. This is normal. Depress the brake pedal harder to apply greater braking force.  During the automatic braking, operating sounds may be heard. This is normal. WA R N I N G
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This switch is used to turn on or off the FCM, and also to select the
distance which will trig-
ger the forward collision warning function.
Every time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, the FCM will automatically be turnedon. To turn off the FCM, press and hold the FCM ON/OFF switch. The following message willappear on the information screen of the multi- information display and the indicator will come on in the instrument cluster. To turn on the FCM again, press the FCM ON/OFF switch. The indicator on the instrument cluster will go off, and a current distance mode for the fo
rward collision warn-
ing will be shown in the information screenof the multi-information display.
The distance to the vehicle ahead which trig- gers the forward collision warnings can be selected from three levels (FAR, MIDDLE orNEAR). To change the distance mode, push the FCM ON/OFF switch. Every time the switch ispushed, the distance mode will be switched.The selected distance mode is shown on the information screen of the multi-information display. Distance mode: FAR Distance mode: MIDDLE
FCM ON/OFF switch

To turn on/off the FCM

To change forward collision warn- ing distance

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Distance mode: NEAR
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If there is a malfunction in the system, a warning will appear on the information screen of the multi-information displaydepending on the situation.
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When the FCM system determines that it can-not detect objects properly, the FCM willbecome inoperative. This can occur when:
 Foreign objects, such as dirt, snow, ice, mist or dew condensation adhere to the windshield of the sensor portion.  In adverse weather
conditions, such as
rain, snow, sand storms, etc.  A front vehicle or an oncoming vehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt. Driving on a nonbusy road with a few vehicles and obstacles in front.
The following message will appear on the information screen of the multi-information display and the indicator will come on in the instrument cluster. or When the sensor performance returns, the FCM functions will resume operation. If the message continues showing, there is a possibility that the sensor has a malfunction.Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer for inspection of the sensor.
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If the system becomes temporarily unavail-able for some reason, the following messagewill appear on the information screen of the multi-information display, the indicator will come on in the instrument cluster, and the FCM will automatically be turned off. If the message continues showing, there is a possibility that the FCM has a malfunction. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer for inspection of the system.
NOTE
 Actual distance which triggers the forward collision warnings will vary depending on your vehicle speed and the front vehiclespeed. The distance will become longer when the vehicle speeds are higher.  The distance which will trigger the FCM braking function cannot be adjusted.
System problem warning

When the camera and radar can- not detect accurately

NOTE
 The “DRIVER ASSISTANCE CAMERA BLOCKED” message may temporarily appear on the information screen when the sensor cannot detect a vehicle, a pedestrian or an object within range. This is not a mal-function. When a vehicle or an object comes within range, the FCM function will resume and the message will go off.
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If the system becomes temporarily unavail- able due to the high or
low temperature of the
sensor, the following message will appear on the information screen of the multi-informa- tion display, the indicator will come on in the instrument cluster, and the FCM will automatically be turned off. After the temperature of the sensor has been in range, the system will automatically returnto operation. If the message continues showing, there is a possibility that the FCM has a malfunction. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer for inspection of the sensor.
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If the FCM detects a malfunction in the sys-tem, either of the following messages willappear on the information screen of the multi- information display, the indicator will come on in the instrument cluster, and the FCM will automatically be turned off. If the message remains even after the ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” position and then turned back to “ON” position or the operation mode is put in OFF, and then turnedback to “ON”, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If the display keeps showing the message, there is a possibility that the FCM has a mal-function. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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The sensor (A) is located inside the wind- shield and front bumper
as shown in the illus-
tration.The sensor is shared in the following sys- tems:  Forward Collision Mitigation system (FCM)
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 Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
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 Automatic High Beam (AHB)
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 Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACC)
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* : if so equipped
Sensor is too hot or cold

FCM deactivation due to fault

NOTE
If the sensor or its surrounding area becomes extremely hot (after prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, for example), the “FCM SERVICE REQUIRED” message may appear.After the temperature of the sensor or its sur- rounding area has been in range, if the mes- sage remains even after restarting the engine,please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Handling of the sensor

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CAUTION To maintain proper performance of the FCM, LDW and AHB;• Always keep clean the windshield and frontbumper.If the inside of the windshield where the sensor is installed becomes dirty or fogged, contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer.
• Do not apply an impact or load on the sen- sor or its surrounding area.• Do not put anything including a sticker or film to the outer side of windshield in frontof or surrounding the area of the sensor. Also, do not put anything including a sticker of film to inner side of the wind-shield under the sensor.• Do not attempt to detach or disassemble thesensor and sensor mounting screw.• The sensor front cover should not be modi-fied or painted.• Do not cover the sensor mounted area witha license plate or anything such as a grill guard, etc.• If the windshield is misted, remove the mistfrom the windshield by using the defogger switch.• Maintain the wiper blades in good condi-tion. Refer to “Wiper blades” on page 9-39. When replacing the wiper blades, use only Mitsubishi Motors Genuine parts or equiva-lent.• Do not dirty or damage the sensor.CAUTION
• Do not spray glass cleaner on the sensor. Also, do not spill liquid, such as a bever- age, on the sensor.• Do not install an electronic device, such asan antenna, or a device that emits strong electric waves, near the sensor.• Always use tires of the same size, sametype and same brand, and which have no significant wear differences.• Do not modify the vehicle’s suspensions. If the windshield in front of the sensor or in the surrounding area of the sensor is cracked or scratched, the sensor may not detect anobject properly. This could cause a serious accident. Turn off the FCM and have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible at anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If you need to replace the windshield, con- tact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. The sensor emits infrared rays when the operation mode is in ON. Do not look intothe sensor by using opt
ical goods such as a
magnifying glass. The infrared ray might injure your eyes.
Laser radar specifications

Laser classificationMax average power 45 mWPulse duration 33 ns
CAUTION
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Blind Spot Warning (BSW) (with Lane
Change Assist) (if so equipped)
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The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) is a driving aid system that alerts
the driver when another
vehicle which may not be visible through theoutside rearview mirror is traveling in the next lane behind your vehicle. When a vehicle in the next lane is traveling atsame speed or faster in the detection areas, the Blind Spot Warning light in the corre- sponding outside rearview mirror will illumi-nate. If the turn signal lever is operated to the
side where the Blind Spot Warning light is illuminated, the Blind Spot Warning light will blink and the system will beep three times to alert the driver.Depending on the relative speed between your vehicle and a vehicle in the next lane, the BSW will detect up to approximately230 feet (70 m) from your vehicle (Lane Change Assist).
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The BSW uses two sensors (A) located inside the rear bumper.The detection areas are shown as illustrated.
Wavelength 905 nmDivergent angle (horizon x vertical)
28° x 12°
Laser classification labelBlind Spot Warning (BSW) (with Lane Change Assist)
(if
so equipped)
WA R N I N G Before using the BSW, read this entire sec- tion to fully understa
nd the limitations of
this system. Failure to follow instructionscould result in an accident.
 Never rely solely on the BSW system when changing lanes. BSW is an aid only. It is not a substitute for your safe and careful driving. Always check visually behind and all around your vehicle for other vehicles.The performance of the BSW may vary depending on driving, traffic and/or road conditions.
Detection areas

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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in
WA R N I N G In certain situations, the BSW may not detect a vehicle in the detection areas orthe detection may be delayed. Some of these include;• When a small motorcycle or a bicycle isbehind your vehicle.• When a vehicle is traveling alongside ofyour vehicle at nearly the same speed for prolonged periods of time.
• When the heights of the next lane and your lane are different.• Immediately after the BSW has been turned on.• Immediately after the engine switch isturned on.• Under adverse weather conditions, suchas rain, snow, strong winds, snow or sandstorm.• When your vehicle becomes too close toanother vehicle.• While multiple vehicle are overtakingyour vehicle.• When driving near a pot hole and tram-line.• When a surrounding vehicle or anoncoming vehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt.• When driving on a curve including thebeginning and the end of the curve.• When driving on a road with alternatingup and down steep slopes.• When driving on a bumpy or rough road.• When the rear of your vehicle is weighed down or your vehicle is leaning to the right or left due to the weight of passen- gers and luggage or the improper adjust- ment of tire pressure. • When the bumper surface around theradar sensor is covered with dirt, snow and ice, etc.WA R N I N G
• When a bicycle carrier or accessory is installed to the rear of the vehicle.• When the sensor is extremely hot or cold (while the vehicle is parked for a longperiod of time under a blazing sun or in cold weather).CAUTION To maintain proper performance of the BSW, follow the instructions below.• Always clean the bumper surface aroundthe sensor.• Avoid impacting the sensor or its surround-ing area.• Do not put a sticker on the sensor or its sur-rounding bumper surface.• Do not paint the sensor or its surroundingbumper surface.• Do not modify the sensor or its surroundingarea.
 If the bumper has experienced an impact, the sensor may have been damaged and the BSWmay not function properly. Have the vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
To operate

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ON and “ON” is selected in the “BSW” set- ting screen, the BSW indicator light in the instrument cluster comes on and the BSW enters the standby state.When “OFF” is selected in the “BSW” set- ting screen, the BSW indicator light in the instrument cluster goes off and the BSWturns off. To turn the BSW ON/OFF, follow the proce- dure below. 1. Switch to the function setting screen. Refer to “Multi-information displayswitches” on page 5-142. Refer to “Changing the function settings” on page 5-152. 2. Press the switch or switch several times to switch to the “BSW” screen. Then, press the switch to the setting selection screen. 3. Press the switch or switch to select “ON” or “OFF”, and then press the
switch to confirm the setting.
Indicator light
If you turn the BSW ON/
OFF, the Rear Cross
Traffic Alert (RCTA) also turns ON/OFF at the same time.
When the BSW indicator light in the instru- ment cluster is on, if a vehicle is approaching your vehicle in the detection area, the Blind Spot Warning light in the outside rearviewmirror illuminates. If the turn signal lever is operated to the side where the Blind Spot Warning light is illumi-nated, the Blind Spot Warning light will blinkand the system will beep three times to alert the driver.
NOTE
 When the operation mode is set to OFF, the selected condition just before setting to OFFis retained.  The BSW operates when all of the following conditions are met. • The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON. • The selector lever is in positions other than “P” (PARK) and “R” (REVERSE). • The speed of your vehicle is approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher.
When the sensor detects an approaching vehicle

NOTE
 The Blind Spot Warning light in the outside rearview mirror may come on or blink in the following conditions. • When driving very near the guardrail or the concrete wall.
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If a problem occurs with the system, a visual warning specific to the type of the problem is given together with an audible alarm. The warnings are combined with the RearCross Traffic Alert (RCTA) system.
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When the warning display appears, the BSW does not operate normally because there are some malfunctions in the system or the sen-sor. Have the vehicle inspected at an autho-rized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer as soon as
possible.
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When the warning display appears, the sensor is temporarily not available for some reasonsuch as the environmental condition orincrease of the sensor temperature. When the warning display does not disappear after waiting for a while, contact an authorizedMitsubishi Motors dealer.
• When driving on the entrance and outlet of the tunnel or very near the wall or near the evacuation area inside the tunnel. • When turning a intersection in a town area.• Under adverse weather conditions (rain, snow, sand storm etc.). • When the your vehicle drives with blowing up the water, snow or sand etc. on the road. • When driving near a curb, pot hole and tramline.
 Set the BSW to OFF when towing.  The Blind Spot Warning light in the outside rearview mirror may not look due to strong direct sunlight or the glare from the head-lights of vehicles behind you during night driving.
System problem warning

NOTE
When there is a malfunction in the system or the sensor

NOTE
 When the warning display appears, the BSW will be deactivated.
When the sensor is temporarily not available

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