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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - airbag
Seat and restraint systems 4-37
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 Do not modify your front seats, center pil- lar or center console. Such modifications can adversely affect SRS performance and may lead to injury. Also, if you discover any tear or openseam in the seat fabric near the side air- bag, have the seat inspected by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.  If you find a crack in or damage to the front pillar, rear pillar, or roof side railwhere the curtain airbag is located, have the SRS inspected by an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer.NOTE
 When you transfer ownership of the vehicle to another person, we urge you to alert the new owner that it is equipped with the SRS and refer that owner to the applicable sec-tions in this owner’s manual.  If you decide to junk or scrap your vehicle, we urge you to first take
it to an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer so that the SRS can be made safe for disposal.  If any of the following parts needs to be modified for use by a handicapped person, the advanced airbag system will be greatly affected. Please consult an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer for assistance. • Driver’s seat• Front passenger seat • Front seat beltWA R N I N G
• Steering wheel • Instrument panel[For vehicles sold in U.S.A.] To contact Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. call 1-888-648-7820 or write to:Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. Customer Relations DepartmentP. O. Box 6400Cypress, CA 90630-0064 [For vehicles sold in Canada] To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. call 1-888-576-4878 or write to:Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc. Customer Relations DepartmentP.O. Box 41009 4141 Dixie Road Mississauga, ON L4W 5C9NOTE
[For vehicles sold in Puerto Rico]To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Caribbean, Inc. call 1-787-251-8715 or write to: Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Caribbean, Inc. Customer Service Department P.O. Box 192216SAN JUAN PR 00919-2216 [For vehicles sold in Guam] To contact Triple J Enterprises Inc.call (671) 649-3673 or write to: Triple J Enterprises, Inc. P.O. Box 6066TAMUNING GUAM 96931 [For vehicles sold in Saipan] To contact Triple J Motors call (670) 234-7133 or write to:Triple J Motors P.O. Box 500487 SAIPAN, MP96950-0487

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Features and controlsBreak-in recommendation
s ...............................................................5-3
Keys .....................................................
.............................................5-3
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) .........................5-4 Keyless entry system (if so equipped) ..............................................5-7Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)................................
.....................................................5-12
Door locks........................
...............................................................5-36
Power door locks .............
...............................................................5-38
“Child safety locks” for
rear door...................................................5-40
Trunk lid ....................................
.....................................................5-40
Inside emergency trunk lid
release .................................................5-42
Theft-alarm system ..........
...............................................................5-42
Power windows................
...............................................................5-45
Sunroof (if so equipped
) .........................................
........................5-47
Parking brake ...................
...............................................................5-49
Steering wheel tilt lock lever ..........................................................5-51Inside day/night rearview
mirror ....................................................5-51
Outside rearview mirr
ors ................................................................5-53
Ignition switch .................
...............................................................5-54
Steering wheel lock..........
...............................................................5-56
Starting and stopping the e
ngine ....................................................5-56
Turbocharger operation (if so equipped) ........................................5-60Manual transaxle (if so equipped) ..................................................5-60Continuously variable transmissi
on (CVT) (if so equipped)..........5-62
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
...................................................................
..................................5-71
ACD (Active center differential system) (if so equipped)..............5-83 Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped).................5-85
All-wheel driving opera
tion ........................................................... 5-87
Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles ......................... 5-89 Limited-slip differential (i
f so equipped) ....................................... 5-90
Service brake ..................
.................................................
............... 5-90
Brake assist system
................................................
......................... 5-91
Hill start assist (vehicles with
Twin Clutch SST) ........................... 5-91
Anti-lock braking syst
em ......................................
......................... 5-92
Active Stability Control (ASC
) (if so equipped) ............................ 5-95
Power steering system
...........................................
......................... 5-98
Cruise control (if so eq
uipped) ....................................................... 5-99
Tire pressure monitoring
system .................................................. 5-104
Rear-view camera (if so
equipped)..............
................................. 5-108
Instrument cluster ..........
.............................................................. 5-110
Multi-information display ............................................................ 5-112 Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list
.................................................................
................................. 5-133
Indicators ..................................
.................................................... 5-145
Warning lights.................
.................................................
............. 5-146
Information screen disp
lay ....................................
....................... 5-147
Combination headlights and dimmer switch ................................ 5-149 Headlight leveling switch (if
so equipped)................................... 5-154
Turn signal lever ...
.................................................
....................... 5-154
Hazard warning flasher
switch ..................................................... 5-155
Front fog light switch (if so
equipped) ......................................... 5-156
Wiper and washer swit
ch ......................................
....................... 5-156
Electric rear window def
ogger switch .......................................... 5-160
Horn switch ..............................
.................................................... 5-161
Link System (if so equi
pped) ....................................................... 5-161

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped) 5-16 Features and controls
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While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key within the operating range to open the trunk lid, pressand hold down the OPEN
switch (A) until the
trunk lid opens. Also refer to “Trunk lid” on pages 5-40 respectively.
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To prevent vehicle theft, no F.A.S.T.-keysother than those registered in advance can be
used to start the engine. (Electronic immobi- lizer function) While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, the ignition switch can be turned to start the engine. The position where the steering wheel is locked. When the ID code verification inside the vehicle produces a match, the ignition switchcan be turned.
Allows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off. The engine runs and all electrical accessories can be used. Engages the starter. Release the ignition switch when the engine starts. The ignition switch returns automatically to the “ON”position.
To open the trunk lid

NOTE
 The F.A.S.T.-key does not operate when the trunk lid is open.
Ignition switch

LOCK (PUSH OFF)

LOCK (PUSH ON)

ACC

ON

START

NOTE
 Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer. To start the engine, the ID code which the F.A.S.T.-key sends must match the one registered to the immobilizer computer.(Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)” on page 5-28.)

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-17
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Turn slowly after pressing the ignition switch.
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Slowly turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while pressing it. First, set the selector lever (CVT) or the gear- shift lever (Twin Clutch SST) to the “P” (PARK) position, and then slowly turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position whilepressing it.
 If the ignition switch is not turned to the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position when the engine is not running, the ID code cannot be verified and the engine will not start even if the ignition switch is turned to the “START”position. If this happens, fully return the ignition switch to the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position, and start the engine again.
To turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”

A- Steering wheel locked B- Steering wheel lock released
NOTE
NOTE
 To turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position to the “ACC” posi- tion, push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then turn the ignition switch.  The ignition switch cannot be turned unless the F.A.S.T.-key is inside the vehicle.Refer to “Operating range for starting the engine” on page 5-14.
To turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”

For vehicles with manual transaxle For vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST(sportronic shift transmission)
NOTE
 For vehicle with CVT or Twin Clutch SST, the ignition switch cannot be turned to the “LOCK” position unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin ClutchSST) is in the “P” (PARK) position.CAUTION If the engine is stopped while driving, the power brake booster will stop functioningand greater effort for braking will be required. Also, the power steering system will not function and it will require greatereffort to manually steer the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running. Doing so could lead to a dead battery. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position when the engine is run-ning. It will damage the starter motor.

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped) 5-20 Features and controls
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Ty p e 1 Ty p e 2 When the ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK (PUSH OFF)”, all the doors are closed, and someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the driver’s or frontpassenger’s door lock/unlock switch, the warning display is displayed and the buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds as a warning, andthe doors cannot be locked.
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Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” posi-tion.Turn the steering wheel until it is locked. Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” posi- tion while moving the steering wheel slightly.
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 Do not operate the starter motor for longer than 15 seconds as this could run the bat-tery down or damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position, waita few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly with the engine or starter motor still turning will damage the startermechanism.
Ignition switch turn-off reminder system

Steering wheel lock

To l o c k

To u n l o c k

CAUTION Carry the key with you when leaving the vehicle.
 If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position to unlock the steering wheel.NOTE
 If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the ignition switch from “LOCK” to “ACC”position. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the ignition switch.
St arting

Tips for starting

CAUTION

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-23
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The emergency key is built into the F.A.S.T.- key. When the F.A.S.T.-key cannot be used, such as when the battery of the F.A.S.T.-key or thevehicle has run down, the emergency key canbe used to lock and unlock the driver’s door and to start the engine. To use the emergency key (1), unlock the lock knob (2) and remove it from the F.A.S.T.-key(3).
Turn the emergency key toward the front of the vehicle to lock the door. After checkingthat the door is locked, turn the emergency key back to the center and remove it.
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To prevent vehicle theft, only the emergency key with the pre-registered F.A.S.T.-keyinserted can start the engine. (Electronic immobilizer function) The engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The emergency key can be inserted and removed only when the ignition switch is in this position. The electrical accessories can be used with the engine off.
To operate using the emergency key

Emergency key

NOTE
 Only use the emergency key in an emer- gency. When the battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down, replace the battery as soon as possible and use it as a F.A.S.T.-key again.  After using the emergency key, be sure to reinsert it into the F.A.S.T.-key.
To lock or unlock the driver’s door with the emergency key 1- Insert or remove the emergency key 2- Lock3- Unlock
Ignition switch

LOCK ACC

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped) 5-24 Features and controls
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The engine will start only by using the emer- gency key with the F.A.S.T.-key inserted. It is possible to use all electrical accessories with only the emergency key. Engages the starter. Release the emergency key when the engine starts. The ignitionswitch returns automatically to the “ON” position. 1. Remove the emergency key from the F. A . S . T. - k e y. Refer to “Emergency key” on page 5-23.
2. While pushing the lock release buttons (A), remove the cover of the ignition switch. 3. Insert the emergency key into the ignition switch, and slowly push and turn.
1. [For vehicles with manual transaxle] Push the emergency key in at the “ACC”position and keep it
depressed until it is
turned to the “LOCK” position, and remove.[For vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST] First, set the selector lever (CVT) or thegearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) to the “P” (PARK) position, and then slowly turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”position while pressing it.
ON START
NOTE
 Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer. To start the engine, the ID codewhich the F.A.S.T.-key sends must match the one registered to the immobilizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theftstarting system)” on page 5-28.)
To turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”
NOTE
 When the ignition switch cannot be turned from the “LOCK” position to the “ACC” position, turn the ignition switch while turn- ing the steering wheel in both directions.
To turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-25
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2. Install the cover of the ignition switch. 3. Reinsert the emergency key into theF. A . S . T. - k e y.
Steering wheel lock Turn the emergency key to the “LOCK” posi- tion. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked. Turn the emergency key to the “ACC” posi- tion while moving the steering wheel slightly.
Tips for starting  Do not operate the starter motor continu- ously for longer than 15 seconds as this could run the battery down or damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start,turn the emergency key back to the “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly withthe engine or starter motor still turning will damage the starter mechanism.  If the engine will not start because the bat- tery is weak or discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 8-2 for instructions.
NOTE
 For vehicles with CVT or Twin Clutch SST, the emergency key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position.NOTE
 Always install the cover of the ignition switch when not using the emergency key. Not doing so could cause damage if foreignmaterial such as dust
gets into the keyhole of
the ignition switch.CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while the vehicle is moving. This will cause the steering wheel to lock, making it impossible to operate the vehicle.  If the engine is stopped while driving, the power brake booster will stop functioning and greater effort for braking will be required. Also, the power steering systemwill not function and it will require greater effort to manually steer the vehicle.
 Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running. The battery will run down. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position when the engine is run- ning. It will damage the starter motor.
To l o c k To u n l o c k
CAUTION
CAUTION Remove the emergency key when leaving the vehicle. If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the emergency key to the “ACC” position tounlock the steering wheel.NOTE
 If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turnthe emergency key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the emergency key.
Starting

Steering wheel tilt lock lever Features and controls 5-51
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To adjust the steering wheel height, release the tilt lock lever while holding the steeringwheel by hand, and raise or lower the steering wheel to the desired height. After adjustment, securely lock the lever bypulling it upward.
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Adjust the inside rearview mirror only aftermaking any seat adjustments so as to have aclear view to the rear of the vehicle. Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear window.
Steering wheel tilt lock lever 1- Locked2- ReleasedWA R N I N G After adjusting, make sure the lock lever is secured in the locked (1) position. Type 1 Type 2
 Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving. This can be danger- ous. When releasing the tilt lock lever {moving it to the position (2)}, be sure to hold the steering wheel firmly. Otherwise, the steering wheel may slip down too sud-denly. WA R N I N G
Inside day/night rearview mirror
WA R N I N G Do not attempt to adjust the inside rear- view mirror while driving. This can be dangerous.Be sure to adjust the mirror before driv- ing.Type 1 Type 2

Ignition switch 5-54 Features and controls
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The outside mirror can be folded in toward the side window to prevent damage whenparking in tight locations.
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When the rear window defogger switch is pressed with the engine running, the outside rearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted.Current will flow through the heater element inside the mirrors, thus clearing away frost or condensation.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the defogger is on. The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 minutes.
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[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key] For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, refer to“F.A.S.T.-key: Ignition switch” on page 5-16. [Except for vehicles equipped with the F. A . S . T. - k e y ]
The engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be inserted and removedonly when the switch is in this position. Allows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off. The engine runs and all accessories can be used.
NOTE
 After adjusting, return the lever to the “•”(off) position (C).
To fold the mirror Heated mirror
(if so equipped)
Ignition switch
LOCK ACC ON Manual transaxle
CVT or Twin Clutch SST