engine light MITSUBISHI LANCER 2013 8.G Owners Manual

Overview
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
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Combination headlights and dimmer
switch P.3-235
Turn signal lever P.3-244
Front fog light switch (if so
equipped) P.3-246
Supplemental restraint sys-
tem - airbag (for driver’s
seat) P.2-35
Horn switch P.3-256 Instrument cluster P.3-179
Cruise control switches (if so
equipped) P.3-158 Wiper and washer switch
P. 3 - 2 4 7
Fuses P.7-45
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter (if so equipped) P.3-107
Ignition switch P.3-86
Steering wheel tilt lock
lever P.3-80
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-35
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-257 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches (if so
equipped) P.5-134 Multi-information meter switch P.3-183 Except for RALLIART
Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-243
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch (if so
equipped) P.3-152
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Overview
Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter P.3-126
Wiper and washer switch
P.3-247
Cruise control switches
P.3-158
Ignition switch P.3-86
Supplemental restraint
system - airbag (for
driver’s seat) P.2-35
Horn switch P.3-256
Steering wheel tilt lock lever
P. 3 - 8 0
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-35
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-257 Steering wheel audio remote
control switches P.5-134
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4Fuses P.7-45 Combination headlights and dimmer
switch P.3-235
Turn signal lever P.3-244
Front fog light switch P.3-246Multi-information meter switch P.3-183Instrument cluster P.3-179 RALLIART
Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 - 2 4 3
Active stability control
(ASC) OFF switch P.3-152
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Overview
Outside (Front)
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[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type]
Front turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54, 7-69
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-235,
7-54, 7-65
Headlights, low beam
P.3-235, 7-54, 7-57
Headlights, high beam P.3-235, 7-54, 7-60[For vehicles with high intensity discharge head-
lights type]
Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-235, 7-54, 7-64
Daytime running lights P.7-54, 7-62 Except for RALLIART
Windshield wiper and washer
P. 3 - 2 4 7
Engine compartment P.7-7
Engine hood P.7-4Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-75
Fuel tank filler
P. 1 - 4
Outside rearview mirrors P.3-84
Side turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54
Front fog lights (if so equipped) P.3-246, 7-54, 7-71Locking and unlocking P.3-52
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-9
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-17
Front turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54, 7-69
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-235,
7-54, 7-67
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Overview
Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-75
Windshield wiper and washer
P.3-247
Engine compartment P.7-7
Engine hood P.7-4Locking and unlocking P.3-52
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-9
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-17
Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Outside rearview mirrors
P. 3 - 8 4
Side turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54
Front fog lights P.3-246, 7-54, 7-74
[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type][For vehicles with high intensity discharge head-
lights type] RALLIART
Front turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54, 7-69
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-235,
7-54, 7-65
Headlights, low beam P.3-
235, 7-54, 7-64
Headlights, high beam P.3-235, 7-54, 7-60Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-235, 7-54, 7-64
Daytime running lights P.7-54, 7-62 Front turn-signal lights P.3-244, 7-54, 7-69
Front side-marker and
parking lights P.3-235,
7-54, 7-67
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Quick index
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display indicators”
on page 3-182.

These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch 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.3-231
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
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assis-
tance.P.3-229
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.3-230
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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 3-150.

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.3-149,
3-150
SRS warning light
It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend
that you have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possi-
ble.P. 2 - 2 3 ,
2-45
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 7-31.)
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
remain continuously illuminated, the system is not operating properly.
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 autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.P.3-169
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
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4 Quick indexCannot shift the selector lever
(CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin
Clutch SST) from the “P” (PARK)
position. (for vehicles with CVT or
Tw i n C l u t c h S S T )Shift the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) while press-
ing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition key or ignition switch is in the “ON” position.P.3-99, 3-113
The windows are fogged up.
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower.P.5-10, 5-20,
5-29,
5-39, 5-49
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,
7-23
Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
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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.
Problem
Do this
Ref. page
The brakes are not functioning
properly after driving through
water. Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal. P.4-8
The CVT makes no engine speed to
vehicle speed ratio change when
accelerating. The initial movement
of the vehicle is slow when the
vehicle starts moving.
(for vehicles with CVT)There may be a problem in the CVT.
If the or warning lights on the multi-information display will not turn off, or if
they are coming on frequently, please have the vehicle checked at your nearest
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. P. 3 - 1 1 2
Twin Clutch SST does not shift.
Vehicle cannot move.
Acceleration is slow.
The vehicle does not creep.
A large shock is felt when shifting.
Shifting occurs at higher engine
speed.
Response is slow.
(for vehicles with Twin Clutch
SST)The temperature of the Twin Clutch SST fluid is high, a safety device in the Twin
Clutch SST has been activated due to a possible malfunction in the Twin Clutch
SST, or there is a possible malfunction in the engine electronic control module.P.3-118, 3-
132, 3-230
WA R N I N G
!
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General information
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1
NOTE
If the fuel tank filler cap is not tight while driving, the
engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE
SOON” or “Check engine light”) may come on when the
onboard diagnostic (OBD) system performs a self check.
Always tighten the fuel tank filler cap until you hear click-
ing sounds.
The indicator will go off after driving several times. If the
indicator does not go off, contact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice as soon as possible.
Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
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This vehicle should not be modified with non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts. Mitsubishi Motors designs and manufac-
tures high quality vehicles with an emphasis on safety and
durability. Modifications using non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine
parts may affect the performance, safety and/or durability of
your vehicle, and may violate applicable state and/or federal
regulations.
DAMAGE OR PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS RESULT-
ING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO OR RACING OF
YOUR VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WAR-
RANTY.
Examples of modifications to your vehicle that can cause dam-
age or performance problems include the following:

Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts

Failure to use required fuel and fluids

Failure to use proper size tires and wheels

Modification of the fuel, intake, exhaust, emission, sus-
pension, engine, drive train or electrical wiring systems

Modification of any onboard computer/control module,
including reprogramming, or replacing/adding chips to
any onboard computer/control module
Review the Warranty and Maintenance Manual for further
details regarding warranty coverage.
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Features and controls
Break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 2
Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 2
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 5
Keyless entry system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 9
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
(if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 17
Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 52
Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 56
“Child safety locks” for rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 59
Trunk lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 60
Inside emergency trunk lid release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 63
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 64
Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 70
Sunroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 75
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 78
Steering wheel tilt lock lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 80
Inside day/night rearview mirror. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 81
Outside rearview mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 84
Ignition switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 86
Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 89
Starting and stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 90
Turbocharger operation (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 95
Manual transaxle (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 96
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 3- 99
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shift Transmission) (if so equipped) . . . . . 3- 113
ACD (Active center differential system) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 133
Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 136
All-wheel driving operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 140
Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 142
Limited-slip differential (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 144
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 144
Brake assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 146Hill start assist (vehicles with Twin Clutch SST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 147
Anti-lock braking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 148
Active Stability Control (ASC) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 152
Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 157
Cruise control (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 158
Tire pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 167
Rear-view camera (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 174
Instrument cluster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 179
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 182
Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list . . . . . 3- 216
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 229
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 229
Information screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 232
Combination headlights and dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 235
Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 243
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 244
Hazard warning flasher switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 245
Front fog light switch (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 246
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 247
Electric rear window defogger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 255
Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 256
Link System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 257
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 257
USB input terminal (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 284
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 289
12 V power outlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 291
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 293
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 297
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 303
Bottle holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 304
Assist grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 305
Coat hook (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 305
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