battery MITSUBISHI GALANT 2012 9.G Owner's Manual

Features and controls
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3
NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, mist can
also be removed from the outside rearview mirrors when
the rear window defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to
“Heated mirror” on page 3-33.)
Horn switch
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To honk the horn, press near the “ ” mark on the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
!
The rear window defogger is not designed to melt
snow. Remove any snow manually before using the
rear window defogger.
Use the rear window defogger only after the engine
has started and is running. Be sure to turn the
defogger switch off immediately after the window is
clear to save on battery power.
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items that are
attached with adhesive over the grid wires on the
rear window.
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a soft
cloth and wipe lightly over the grid wires.
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3-92 Features and controls
3Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone
interface system with voice recognition
(if so
equipped)N00506400102
The Hands-free Bluetooth
® cellular phone interface system
with voice recognition (Bluetooth
® HFP) uses a wireless com-
munication technology known as Bluetooth
® to allow you to
make hands-free calls in your vehicle using your Bluetooth
®
compatible cellular phone with Hands-free profile.
The system is equipped with a voice recognition function,
which lets you make hands-free calls by simple switch opera-
tions and voice command operations using a defined voice tree.
The Bluetooth
® HFP can be used when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” or “ACC” position.
To use the Bluetooth
® HFP, you should first connect your
Bluetooth
® compatible cellular phone to the Bluetooth
® HFP.
Refer to “Pairing a cellular phone” on page 3-100.
Bluetooth
® is a registered trademark of BLUETOOTH SIG,
INC.
NOTE
You cannot use the Bluetooth
® HFP if your cellular phone
has a dead battery or is turned off.

Hands-free calls will not be possible in areas outside your
cellular phone service area or locations where a signal
cannot reach your phone.
WA R N I N G
!
Although the Bluetooth
® HFP allows you to make
hands-free calls, if you choose to use the cellular
phone while driving, you must not allow that usage
to distract you in the safe operation of your vehicle.
Anything, including cellular phone usage, that dis-
tracts you from the safe operation of your vehicle
increases your risk of an accident. Refer to and fol-
low all state and local laws in your area regarding
cellular phone usage while driving.
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3-94 Features and controls
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NOTE
When you press the SPEECH button to enter voice recog-
nition mode with a cellular phone paired to the system,
current information on the cellular phone, such as
“remaining battery life,” “signal strength” or “roaming,”
will be displayed on the audio display.* (Refer to “Pairing
a cellular phone” on page 3-100.)
*: Some cellular phones will not send this information to
the Bluetooth
® HFP.

Call waiting and three-way calls can be used by the Blue-
tooth
® HFP, only when those services can be used with
your cellular phone.

Users may experience a delay in vehicle audio when plac-
ing a call from the handset. Users may experience a delay
in vehicle audio when answering an incoming call on the
handset. To reduce delays users should place calls and
receive calls through the Hands-free System.
Voice recognition function
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The Bluetooth
® HFP is equipped with a voice recognition
function. Your voice will be recognized by a microphone in the
overhead console, allowing you to make hands-free calls with
voice commands.
Voice recognition is possible in US English, North American
Spanish and Canadian French. The factory setting is US
English.
Some of the voice commands indicated below have a number
of alternative commands. For a table showing the voice com-
mands in each language and the corresponding alternative
commands, refer to “Commands and Alternatives” on page 3-
114.
NOTE
If the voice command that you say differs from the pre-
defined command or cannot be recognized due to ambient
noise or some other reason, the Bluetooth
® HFP will ask
you for the voice command again up to 3 times.

For best performance and further reduction of ambient
noise, the vehicle windows should be closed while engag-
ing the voice recognition function.
Selecting the LanguageThere are two ways to change the language. NOTE
The more entries that are registered in the phonebook, the
longer it will take to change the language.
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Switching between hands-free mode and private
mode
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The Bluetooth
® HFP can switch between Hands-free mode
(Hands-free calls) and private mode (calls using cellular
phone).
If you press the SPEECH button and say “Transfer call” during
a Hands-free call, you can stop the Hands-free mode and talk in
private mode on your cellular phone.
To return to Hands-free mode, press the SPEECH button again
and say “Transfer call.”
Receiving calls
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If an incoming phone call is received while the ignition switch
is in the “ACC” or “ON” position, the audio system will be
automatically turned on and Incoming Call will be played,
even when the audio system was originally off.
The voice guide announcement for the incoming call will be
output from the front passenger’s seat speaker.
If the CD player or radio was playing when the incoming call
was received, the audio system will mute the sound from the
CD player or radio and output only the Incoming Call.
To receive the call, press the PHONE button on the overhead
console control switch.
When the call is over, the audio system will return to its previ-
ous state.
Phonebook function
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The Bluetooth
® HFP has its own phonebook separate from the
phonebook on the cellular phone.
This phonebook is used when making calls with the voice rec-
ognition function.
You can register up to 32 names for each language in the
phonebook.
Also, each entry has 4 locations associated with: HOME,
WORK, MOBILE and PAGER. You can register one telephone
number for each location.
The phonebook main menu is used to register or edit informa-
tion in the phonebook.
Use the following procedure to call up the phonebook main
menu.
1. Press the SPEECH button.
2. Say “Phonebook.”
3. The voice guide will say “Select one of the following:
new entry, edit, list names, delete or erase all, or say can-
cel to return to main menu” and will wait for your com-
mand.
NOTE
Disconnecting the battery cable will not delete informa-
tion registered in the phonebook.
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3-122 Features and controls
3Vanity mirror
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The vanity mirror is located on the back of the sun visor.
If your vehicle is equipped with mirror lights, opening the lid
(A) of the vanity mirror will automatically turn on the mirror
lights (B).
Power outlet
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To use a “plug-in” type accessory, open the cover located in
front of the floor console, then insert the plug in the socket.
The accessory can be operated when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” or “ACC” position.
CAUTION
!
If the lid of the lighted vanity mirror is kept open for
prolonged periods of time, the battery may be dis-
charged.
CAUTION
!
Be aware that using electronic equipment with the
engine off may run the battery down.
Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operating
at 12 V and 120 W or less.
When the power outlet is not in use, be sure to close
the power outlet cover. This will prevent the power
outlet from becoming dirty and possibly short-cir-
cuiting.
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Features and controls
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3 Digital clock
(if so equipped)
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When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position,
the time is displayed.How each button works:Set the time by pressing the various buttons as described
below.
NOTE
If the battery cables are disconnected or the battery
becomes discharged, the clock will have to be reset.
H (HOUR)- Press and hold the “H” button until the correct
hour appears.
M (MINUTE)- Press and hold the “M” button until the correct
minute appears.
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3-124 Features and controls
3HomeLink
® Wireless Control System
(if so
equipped)N00554300030
HomeLink
® Wireless Control System is a registered trademark
of Johnson Controls Inc..
HomeLink® provides a convenient way to consolidate the
functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into
one built-in device.
HomeLink® will operate most radio frequency devices such as
garage doors, gates, home and office lighting, entry door locks
and security systems.
NOTE
Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while program-
ming HomeLink
®.

HomeLink
® is powered by your vehicle’s battery. No sep-
arate batteries are required. If the vehicle’s battery is dis-
charged or is disconnected, HomeLink
® will retain all
programming.

Once HomeLink
® is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming procedures (for exam-
ple, new vehicle purchases). Upon sale of the vehicle, the
programmed HomeLink
® buttons should be erased for
security purposes.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not use HomeLink
® with any garage door opener
that lacks safety stop and reverse features as
required by U.S. Federal Regulations. A garage door
opener which cannot detect an object in the path of
a closing garage door and then automatically stop
and reverse, does not meet current U.S. Federal
Regulations. Using a garage door opener without
these features increases the risk of serious injury or
death.

During programming, your garage door or gate may
open or close. Make sure that people and objects are
clear of the garage door or gate that you are pro-
gramming.
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3

Position the hand-held transmitter with its battery area
facing away from HomeLink
® surface.

Press and hold both HomeLink® and hand-held transmit-
ter buttons without interruption.

Position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to 126
mm) away from HomeLink
® surface. Hold the transmitter
in that position for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink
® is not
programmed within that time, try holding the transmitter
in another position with the indicator light in view at all
times.
If you continue to have programming difficulties, please con-
tact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice.
Clearing the programmed informationTo clear all programming, press and hold the two outside but-
tons and release when the indicator light begins to flash
(approximately 20 seconds) individual buttons cannot be
cleared.Reprogramming a single HomeLink
® button
To reprogram a HomeLink
® button, complete the following.
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
® button. Do not
release the button until step 4 has been completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20
seconds), position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches
(50 to 127 mm) away from HomeLink
® surface.
3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button.4. HomeLink
® indicator light will flash, first slowly and
then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rap-
idly, release both buttons.
The new device can be activated by pushing HomeLink
® but-
ton that was just programmed. This procedure will not affect
any other programmed HomeLink
® buttons.
If your vehicle is stolenIf your vehicle is stolen, you should change the codes of any
non-rolling code device that has been programmed into
HomeLink
®. Consult the Owner’s Manual of each device or
call the manufacturer or dealer of those devices for additional
information. When your vehicle is recovered, you will need to
reprogram HomeLink
® with your new transmitter information.
General informationYour HomeLink
® system operates on a radio frequency subject
to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules (For
vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For vehi-
cles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS- 210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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4-6 Driving safety
4Safe driving techniques
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and your safest driving,
cannot guarantee that you can avoid an accident or injury.
However, if you give extra attention to the following areas, you
can better protect yourself and your passengers:

Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather
conditions. Leave plenty of stopping distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and use your
turn-signal light.

While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicy-
clists, and pedestrians.

Always obey applicable laws and regulations. Be a polite
and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected
events, such as sudden braking.

If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle
registration laws and make sure you will be able to get the
right fuel.
Driving during cold weather
N00629400272

Check the battery, including terminals and cables. During
extremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong.
Also, the battery power level may drop because more
power is used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs
at the proper speed and if the headlights are as bright as
normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. Dur-
ing extreme cold weather, it is possible that a very low
battery could freeze.

Warm the engine sufficiently. After starting the engine,
allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylin-
ders. Then drive your vehicle slowly.
Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle fluid has
time to spread to all the lubrication points.
WA R N I N G
!
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any
spark or flame can cause the battery to explode,
which could cause serious injury or death.
Always wear protective clothes and a face mask
when working with your battery, or let a skilled
mechanic do it.
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Driving safety
4-9
4 Loading information
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It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can
carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and
includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and non-factory-
installed options. The tire and loading information placard
located on the driver’s door sill of your vehicle will show how
much weight it may properly carry.
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms
before loading your vehicle:

Vehicle maximum load on the tire: load on an individual
tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share
of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by
two.

Vehicle normal load on the tire: load on an individual tire
that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of
the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant
weight and dividing by two.

Maximum loaded vehicle weight: the sum of -
(a) Curb weight;
(b) Accessory weight;
(c) Vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) Production options weight.
Curb weight: the weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant.

Accessory weight: the combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that
these items are available as factory- installed equipment
(whether installed or not).

Vehicle capacity weight: the rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity.

Production options weight: the combined weight of those
installed regular production options weighing over 5 lbs
(2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride level-
ers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.

Normal occupant weight: 150 lbs (68 kg) times the num-
ber of specified occupants. (In your vehicle the number is
3)

Occupant distribution: distribution of occupants in a vehi-
cle as specified. (In your vehicle the distribution is 2 in
front, 1 in second seat)
WA R N I N G
!
Never overload your vehicle. Overloading can dam-
age your vehicle, adversely affect vehicle perfor-
mance, including handling and braking, cause tire
failure, and result in an accident.
*: 150 lbs (68 kg) is the weight of one person as defined by
U.S.A. and Canadian regulations.
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