Towing MITSUBISHI LANCER 2010 8.G User Guide

6-22 For emergencies
6To w i n g
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If your vehicle needs to be towedIf towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by a
commercial tow truck service.
When towing is required, transport the vehicle using a tow
truck.
Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle.NOTE
Your vehicle cannot tow any other vehicle.
There may be local regulations concerning towing in your area.
Obey the regulations of the area where you are driving your
vehicle.
CAUTION
!
Do not attempt to be towed by another vehicle with
a rope.
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type D
Type ETowing with front wheels off the ground.
Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with this style. Towing manual transaxle vehicles with rear wheels
off the ground.
Do not tow continuously variable transmission
(CVT) vehicles or all-wheel drive vehicles with this
style.
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For emergencies
6-23
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Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing manual transaxle vehicles with rear wheels off
the ground (Type B)Place the gearshift lever in the “Neutral” position.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position and secure the
steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or tie-
down strap. Never place the ignition switch in the “LOCK”
position when towing.Towing with front wheels off the ground (Type C)Release the parking brake.
Place the gearshift lever in the “Neutral” position (manual
transaxle) or the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-
tion (CVT).
CAUTION
!
This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front
end.
Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with the front or
rear wheels on the ground (Type B or Type C) as
illustrated. This could result in the driving system
damage or vehicle may jump at the carriage.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use Type D or
Type E equipment.
Do not tow continuously variable transmission
(CVT) vehicles with the driving wheels on the
ground (Type B) as illustrated. If the vehicle is
towed like this, the continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT) fluid may not reach all parts of the
transmission, thus damaging it.
If you tow CVT vehicles, use Type C, D or E equip-
ment.
If the manual transaxle is malfunctioning or dam-
aged, transport the vehicle with the driving wheels
on a carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.

[For front-wheel drive vehicle equipped with the
active stability control (ASC)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position and only the front wheels raised off
the ground (Type C), the ASC may operate, result-
ing in an accident. When towing the vehicle with the
front wheels raised, keep the ignition switch in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position.
WARNING
!
To prevent entry of exhaust gas from the towing
vehicle, set the selection switch to the recirculation
position.
CAUTION
!
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Vehicle care and maintenance
7-3
7 Catalytic converter
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The catalytic converter requires you to use unleaded fuel only.
Leaded gasoline will destroy the emission-control effective-
ness of the converter.
Normally, the catalytic converter does not require maintenance.
However, it is important to keep the engine properly tuned for
the converter to continue to work properly. To reduce the possibility of catalytic converter damage:

Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY of the type of rec-
ommended in “Fuel selection”.

Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level. Running
out of gas could damage the catalytic converter.

Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle. If the battery is weak or run down, use jumper
cables to properly start the engine.

Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires discon-
nected or removed, such as when performing diagnostic
tests.

Do not idle the engine for a long time if it is idling
roughly or otherwise obviously malfunctioning.

To prevent the catalytic converter from being damaged
from unburned gas, do not race the engine when turning
off the ignition switch.

Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is
less than normal, the engine is running oddly or there is
any other engine trouble, such as with the ignition, etc. If
you are not able to stop driving immediately, slow down
and drive for only a short time. Have an inspection made
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible.

In unusual situations involving major engine problems, a
burning odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalytic
converter overheating. If this occurs, stop in a safe place,
shut the engine off and let the vehicle cool. Once the
engine is cool, immediately take your vehicle to a dealer
or a repair facility of your choice for service.
CAUTION
!
Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition. If
the engine malfunctions or misfires, or if your vehi-
cle performance suffers, have it serviced promptly.
Running your vehicle when it is overheated may
result in damage to the converter and vehicle.
WARNING
!
Do not park or run your vehicle in areas where com-
bustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can
come in contact with a hot exhaust, since a fire could
occur.
Do not put undercoat paint on the catalytic con-
verter.
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Alphabetical index
7
Tires 7-29
How to change a tire 6-9
Inflation pressure 7-32
Maintenance 7-34
Quality grading 8-2
Replacing tires and wheels 7-34
Rotation 7-36
Size (tire and wheel) 9-10
Snow tires 7-37
Tire and loading information placard 4-9
,9-4
Tire chains 7-37
Tread wear indicators 7-35
Tissue holder 3-281
Tools 6-7
Storage 6-7
Towing 6-22
Trailer towing 4-13
Transfer oil 7-19
Trunk area light
Replacement 7-89
Trunk lid 3-59
Turbocharger operation 3-90
Turn signal light
Indicators 3-211
Turn signal lights
Bulb capacity 7-56
Lever 3-225
Replacement 7-71Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission) 3-105
Fluid 7-19
,9-11
Gearshift lever operation 3-106
Gearshift lever position display 3-108
Manual shift 3-116
Manual shift display 3-121
Twin Clutch SST control mode display 3-115
Twin Clutch SST control mode switch 3-114
Warning display 3-110
V
Vanity mirror 3-269
Vehicle care precautions 7-89
Vehicle dimensions 9-6
Vehicle labeling 9-2
Vehicle preparation before driving 4-3
Vehicle weights 9-7
Vents 5-2
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Warning lights 3-211
Washer
Fluid 7-21
,9-11
Switch 3-234
Windshield washer 3-234
Waxing 7-93
Weights 9-7
Welcome light 3-222
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