tow MITSUBISHI LANCER 2014 8.G Owner's Manual

Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) 5-154 Features and controls
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3. Within 60 seconds of turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position, pull the turn signal lever toward you. 4. The headlights will come on in the low beam setting for about 30 seconds. Afterthe headlights go off, the headlights can be turned on again in the low beam setting for about 30 seconds by pulling the turnsignal lever toward you within 60 secondsof turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position. To turn on the head- lights again after 60 seconds of turningthe ignition switch to the “LOCK” posi- tion, repeat the process from step 1.
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The direction of the headlight beam (the direction in which the light shines) alters according to the number of people and the load in the vehicle. Lower the headlight angleif it is too high due to the number of peopleand/or the load in the vehicle so that the head- lights’ glare does not distract the drivers of approaching vehicles. First set the combina-tion headlights and di
mmer switch to the
“ ” position, then turn the headlight level- ing switch knob to lower the beam. Thegreater the number on the headlight levelingswitch knob, the lower the beam will point.
Set the switch to the appropriate position so that the headlight beam is level with the road.
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When changing lanes, or to making a gradual turn, hold the lever in the “lane change” posi- tion (1). It will return to the neutral positionwhen you let go. Use the full position (2) when making a normal turn. The lever will
NOTE
 While the coming home light function is operating, perform one of the followingoperations to cancel the function. • Pull the turn signal lever toward you.
• Turn the combination headlights and dim- mer switch to the “ ” or “ ” position. • Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi- tion.
 It is possible to modify functions as follows: • The time that the headlights remain on can be changed. • The coming home light function can be deactivated. For details, consult a Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Headlight leveling switch
(if
so equipped)
NOTE
NOTE
 Start adjusting when the knob is at the “0” position (when the beam is at its highest).  Keep the knob in the “0” position except when using the knob to lower the headlightbeam angle.  Always return the knob to the “0” position when the load is removed and the people have left the vehicle.
Turn signal lever

Wiper and washer switch
Features and controls 5-159
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Move the lever in the direction of the arrow and release, to operate the wipers once. Use this function when you are driving inmist or drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or“ACC” position. The wipers will continue to operate while the lever is held in the “MIST” position. The wipers will operate once if the lever is moved to the “AUTO” position and the knob
(D) is turned in the “+” direction when the ignition switch is “ON” position.
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To turn on the windshield washer, pull thelever toward you with the ignition switch in either the “ON” or “ACC” position. The washer fluid will be sprayed onto thewindshield by pulling the lever toward you. When the wipers are not in operation or in intermittent operation, by pulling the lever toward you, the wipers will operate severaltimes while the washer fluid is being sprayed. Also, by releasing the lever soon after pulling it toward you, the washer fluid will besprayed several times while the wipers are operating several times. (Intelligent washer) Intelligent washer will stop operating withany operation of the lever.
“+”- Higher sensitivity to rain “-”- Lower sensitivity to rain
NOTE
 It is possible to activate the following func- tions. • Automatic operation (rain droplet sensitive) can be changed to intermittent operation (vehicle speed-sensitive, or at adjustableintervals). For further information, please contact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Misting function
C
D
Windshield washer

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Driving safetyFuel economy.............................
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Driving, alcohol and dr
ugs ...............................................................6-2
Floor mat....................................
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Vehicle preparation before driving ...................................................6-3Safe driving techniqu
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Driving during cold weat
her .............................................................6-4
Braking ......................................
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Parking .......................................
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Loading information
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Cargo loads ......................
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Trailer towing ..................
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Parking 6-6 Driving safety
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time to time, lightly depress the brake pedal and check how effective the brakes are. It is important to take advantage of the engine braking by shifting to a lower gear while driving on steep downhill roads in order to prevent the brakes from overheating.
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When parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from the curb on an uphill.If necessary, apply chocks to wheels. Place the gearshift lever into the “R” (Reverse) position when parking on a down-hill slope, into the 1s
t position when parking
on an uphill slope.
Be sure that the parking brake is firmly set when parked and that the selector lever (CVT) or gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is in the “P” (PARK) position.When parking on a hill, it is important to set the parking brake before moving the selector lever (CVT) or gearshift lever (Twin ClutchSST) to the “P” (PARK) position. This pre-vents loading the parking brake against the transaxle gear. When this happens, it is diffi- cult to move the selector lever (CVT) or gear-shift lever (Twin Clutch SST) out of the “P” (PARK) position. Never leave the engi
ne running while you
take a short sleep/rest. Also, never leave theengine running in a closed or poorly venti- lated place.
Your front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over curbs or parking stop blocks.Be careful when traveling up or down steep slopes where your bumper can scrape the road. When leaving the vehicle unattended, always carry the key and lock all doors.Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
When driving downhill Parking Parking on a hill For vehicles with manual trans- axle
For vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST Parking with the engine run- ning
WA R N I N G Leaving the engine running risks injury or death from accidentally moving the gear- shift lever (manual transaxle or Twin Clutch SST) or the selector lever (CVT) or from the accumulation of toxic exhaustfumes in the passenger compartment.
Where you park
WA R N I N G Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in contact with a hotexhaust, since a fire could occur.
When leaving the vehicle

Loading information Driving safety 6-9
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6.If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the availablecargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.NOTE
The above steps for determiningcorrect load limit were written in accordance with U.S.A. regula-tions. Your vehicle cannot tow a trailer, so step 6 is irrelevant.

Trailer towing 6-12 Driving safety
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When installing the roof carrier, use the brackets (A). The brackets (A) are located under each cover (B).
Slide each cover (B) toward the front of the vehicle to remove it.
1. With each cover, put the tabs (C) on the cover in the holes (D) in the roof. 2. Slide the cover (B) toward the rear of thevehicle to install it.
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 Before driving and after traveling a short dis- tance, always check the load to make sure it is securely fastened to the roof carrier. Stop the vehicle periodically and check that the load remains secure. If the load is notsecure, it could fall from the vehicle and damage your vehicle, another vehicle or cre- ate a road hazard.NOTE
 To prevent wind noise or reduction in gas mileage, remove the roof carrier when not in use.  Before using an automatic car wash, check with the attendant to determine if the roof carrier should be removed.  Be sure that adequate clearance is main- tained for raising the sunroof when installinga roof carrier. (For vehicle with sunroof only)
Roof carrier mounting brackets

(if so equipped)
CAUTION
Attaching the roof carrier

Refitting the covers

Trailer towing

Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
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WA R N I N G Do not use this vehicle for trailer towing. It may not be possible to maintain control or adequate braking.

Manual air conditioning with
MAX A/C mode (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-7
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1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Select your desired blower speed by turn- ing the blower speed selection dial.3. Select your desired temperature by turn- ing the temperature control dial.
For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set your blower to the maximum speed. 3. Set the temperature to the highest posi- tion.
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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is running.
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial. Turning the dial clockwise will increase theblower speed; turning the dial counterclock- wise will decrease it. When the dial is set to the “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflowwill stop.
NOTE
 To defog quickly, direct
the air flow from the
side vents toward the door windows.
Manual air conditioning with MAX A/C mode
(if so
equipped)Control panel

1- Temperature control dial
2- Air selection switch 3- Blower speed selection dial4- Air conditioning switch 5- Mode selection dial 6- Electric rear window defogger switch
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Blower speed selection dial

Manual air conditioning without
MAX A/C mode (if so equipped)
7-12 Comfort controls
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Set the mode selection dial (between “ ” and “ ”) to remove frost or mist from the windshield and door window. Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain orsnow). 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Select your desired
blower speed by turn-
ing the blower speed selection dial. 3. Select your desired temperature by turn- ing the temperature control dial.
For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Set your blower to the maximum speed. 3. Set the temperature to the highest posi-tion.
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The air conditioning can only be used whilethe engine is running.
Defrosting or defogging (wind- shield, door windows)

CAUTION For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows.
For ordinary defrosting
NOTE
 While the mode selection dial is set between “ ” and “ ” position, the air condition- ing compressor will run automatically. The outside air position will also be automati- cally selected. (In this case, the air condition-ing indicator will not change.)
 While the between “ ” and “ ” position is selected, you cannot turn the air condition- ing off or select the recirculation position. This prevents the windows from fogging up.  To defog quickly, direct
the air flow from the
side vents toward the door windows.  When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial near the “MAX A/C” cool posi- tion. This will blow cool air on the window glass and fog it up.
Manual air conditioning without MAX A/C mode
(if so
equipped)
NOTE

Automatic air conditioning with
Fahrenheit scale (if so equipped)
Comfort controls 7-17
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Set the mode selection dial (between “ ” and “ ”) to remove frost or mist from the windshield and door window. Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain orsnow). 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the out- side air position. 3. Select your desired blower speed by turn- ing the blower speed selection dial.4. Select your desired temperature by turn- ing the temperature control dial.
For quick defrosting 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.2. Set your blower to the maximum speed. 3. Set the temperature to the highest posi- tion.
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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is running.
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Defrosting or defogging (wind- shield, door windows)

CAUTION For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows.
For ordinary defrosting
NOTE
 While the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” position, the air conditioning com- pressor will run automatically. The outside air position will also be automaticallyselected.
 To defog quickly, direct
the air flow from the
side vents toward the door windows.  When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial near the maximum cool position.This will blow cool air on the window glass and fog it up.
Automatic air conditioning with Fahrenheit scale
(if so
equipped)Control panel

1- Temperature control dial 2- Air selection switch
NOTE