ignition MITSUBISHI LANCER 2014 8.G Repair Manual

ACD (Active center differential system) (if so equipped) 5-84 Features and controls
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When the ignition switch is set to the “ON” position, operate the AWC switch to change the control mode. Each time the switch is pushed, the control mode changes in the order “TARMAC”

“GRAVEL”
 “SNOW”
 “TARMAC”.
Example: “TARMAC” mode is selected. The currently selected control mode is dis- played on the multi-information display.
In addition, when the control mode is changed, the selected mode appears on the interrupt display screen of the information screen in the multi-information display.The control mode display will appear on the information screen for a few seconds, and then the original screen will return.
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When there is a malfunction in the system, the warning display will appear on the information screen in the multi-information display. In addition, the ACD control mode display insection (A) will go out at the same time.
ACD control
mode
Operation
TA R M A C
Normally, use this control mode. Use this mode for paved roads.
GRAVEL
Use this control mode when driving on somewhat slip- pery road surfaces, such as wet road surfaces and gravel roads.
SNOW
Use this control mode when driving on slippery road sur-faces, such as snow-covered roads.
ACD control mode switch

NOTE
 The control mode can be changed while the vehicle is moving.  The selected control mode is stored in mem- ory even if the engine is stopped. However, if a battery terminal is discon-nected, the control mode stored in memory will be erased and the control mode will be set to the “TARMAC” mode.
ACD control mode display

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CAUTION The ACD control mode display may flash under aggressive driving conditions.At this time, ACD control is temporarily sus- pended in order to protect the ACD device, but this will not affect normal driving.After the vehicle is driven for a while, if the ACD control mode display remains on, the ACD control will start operating again.
ACD warning display

Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-85
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The electronically controlled 4WD system is an all-wheel drive system that allows one of three drive modes to be selected with aswitch, in accordance with the driving condi- tions. The following drive modes are available.
4-wheel drive operation requires special driv- ing skills. Carefully read the “All-wheel driving opera- tion” section on page 5-87 and take care todrive safely.
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The drive mode can be
selected by pressing
the switch while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
CAUTION The system may be malfunctioning. Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Restart the engine and check whether the warning display goes out. If the warning display goes out, there is no abnormal condition. If the warning display does not go out or appears fre- quently, it is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend you to haveyour vehicle inspected.
NOTE
 If the ambient temperature drops and the vis- cosity of the AWC control fluid increases, the warning may be displayed. At this time, ACD cont
rol is temporarily sus-
pended, but this will not affect normal driv-ing. After the vehicle is driven for a while, if the engine is restarted after the AWC controlfluid warms up or the ambient temperature increases, the ACD control will start operat- ing again if the warning display goes out.
Electronically controlled 4WD system
(if so equipped)
Drive mode
Function
2WD
This mode is for economical driving on normal dry roads and freeways. Driving in front-wheel drive.
4WD AUTO
The default mode. This mode is for automati- cally controlling the distribu-tion of driving torque to all four wheels according to the driving conditions.
4WD LOCK
This mode is for driving in slippery conditions such as on snow-covered roads or sand.The large amount of driving torque that is applied to the rear tires enables getting out of slippery areas and power- ful driving is possible across all ranges.
Drive mode-selector

Drive mode
Function

Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped) 5-86 Features and controls
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The drive mode is displayed as an interrupt display on the information screen in the multi-information display when the drive mode is switched.After a few seconds, the information screenreturns from the drive mode display to the previous screen.
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Normally the indicator illuminates when theignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, and then the drive mode is displayed afew seconds after the engine is started. The status of each drive mode display is as follows.
1- 2WD 2- 4WD AUTO3- 4WD LOCKDrive mode
Display
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
2WD
4WD AUTO
4WD LOCK
CAUTION Do not operate the drive mode-selector with the front wheels spinning on a snowy road or in similar conditions. The vehicle couldlunge in an unexpected direction.  Driving on dry, paved roads in “4WD LOCK” mode causes increased fuel con- sumption, noise, and premature tire wear. Do not drive with the tires spinning in “2WD” mode. Doing so could generate heat in the drive-system components.NOTE
 The drive mode can be switched while driv- ing or stopped.
Drive mode indicator

Ty p e 1Drive mode
Display
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Ty p e 2
Ty p e 2Drive mode
Drive mode indicator
“4WD” indi-
cator
“LOCK” indicator
2WD OFF OFF
4WD AUTO ON OFF4WD LOCK ON ON

Anti-lock braking system 5-92 Features and controls
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1. Stop the vehicle completely using the brake pedal.2. Release the brake pedal and the hill start assist will maintain the braking force applied while stopping for approximately2 seconds.
3. Depress the accelerator pedal and the hill start assist gradually will decrease the braking force as the vehicle starts moving.
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If an abnormal condition occurs in the sys- tem, the following display/indicator will turnon.
Warning display
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The anti-lock braking system helps prevent the wheels from locking up when braking.This helps you keep c
ontrol of your vehicle
and its direction.
CAUTION Do not overly rely on the hill start assist to prevent backwards movement of the vehicle. Under certain circumstances, even when hill start assist is activated, the vehicle may move backwards if the brake pedal is not suf-ficiently depressed, if the vehicle is heavily loaded, or if the road is very steep or slip- pery. The hill start assist is not designed to keep the vehicle stopped in place on uphill slopesfor more than 2 seconds. When facing uphill, do
not rely on using the
hill start assist to maintain a stopped position as an alternative to depressing the brake pedal.Doing so could cause an accident. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position while the hill start assist is operating. The hill start assist could stop operating, which could result inan accident.
To operate
NOTE
 The hill start assist is activated when all of the following conditions are met. • The engine is running. (The hill start assist will not be activated while the engine is starting or immediatelyafter the engine is started.) • The gearshift lever is in any position other than “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL). • The vehicle is completely stationary, with the brake pedal depressed. • The parking brake is released. The hill start assist will not operate if the accelerator pedal is depressed before thebrake pedal is released.  The hill start assist also operates when reversing on an uphill slope.
Warning display
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ASC indicator
CAUTION If the warning is displayed, the hill start assist will not operate. Start off carefully. Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Restart the engine and check whether the display/indicator goes out, in which case the hill start assist is
again working normally.
If they remain displayed or reappear fre- quently, it is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but the vehicle should beinspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
Anti-lock braking system

Anti-lock braking system
Features and controls 5-93
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 When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden braking), steering is slightly different from normal driving conditions. Use thesteering wheel carefully.  Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Even if your vehi-cle is equipped with the anti-lock braking system, leave a greater braking distance when:• Driving on gravel or snow-coveredroads. • Driving on uneven road surfaces.  Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted to situations where brakes are applied suddenly. This system may also prevent the wheels from lockingwhen you drive over manholes, steel roadwork plates, road markings, or any uneven road surface.  When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrat- ing and hear a unique sound. You mayalso feel as if the pedal resists being pressed. In this situation, simply hold the brakepedal down firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in reduced braking performance.
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Warning light Warning display type 1 Warning display type 2 If there is a malfunction in the system, the anti-lock braking system warning light willcome on and the warning display will appearon the information screen in the multi-infor- mation display. Under normal conditions, the anti-lock brak-ing system warning light only comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off a few seconds later.
Driving hints
CAUTION The anti-lock braking system cannot prevent accidents. It is your responsibility to take safety precautions and to drive carefully.  To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system, be sure all four wheels and tires are the same size and the same type. Never install a limited s
lip differential as the
ABS may not function normally. Please consult an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer.NOTE
 After your vehicle is driven a short distance after starting the engine, you will hear thesound coming from the engine compartment. These are the normal sounds the anti-lock braking system makes when performing aself-check. It does not indicate a malfunc- tion.  The anti-lock braking system can be used after the vehicle has reached a speed over approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). It stopsworking when the vehicle slows below approximately 3 mph (5 km/h).
Anti-lock braking system warn- ing light / display

Anti-lock braking system 5-94 Features and controls
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 Avoid hard braking and high-speed driv- ing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.Test the system by restarting the engine and driving at a speed
of about 12 mph
(20 km/h) or higher.If the warning light / display then remain off during driving, there is no problem. However, if the warning light / display donot disappear, or if they come on again when the vehicle is driven, have the vehi- cle checked by an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer or repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
Warning light

Warning display type 1 Warning display type 2 The anti-lock braking system and brake force distribution function may not work, so hard braking could make the vehicle unstable.Avoid hard braking and high-speed driving. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or repairfacility of your choice.
CAUTION Any of the following warning light/display behavior indicates that the anti-lock braking system is not functioning and only the stan- dard brake system is working. (The standard brake system will still work properly.) If thishappens, take your vehicle to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.• When the ignition switch is in the “ON”position, the warning light does not comeon or it remains on and does not go off• The warning light comes on while driving• The warning display appears while driving
If the warning light / display comes on while driving If only the anti-lock braking sys- tem warning light / display comes on If the anti-lock braking system warning light / display and brake warning light / display come on at the same time

Active Stability Control (ASC) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-95
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After driving on snow or icy roads, remove any snow and ice which may have been left around the wheels. On vehicles that have an anti-lock braking system, be careful not todamage the wheel speed sensors (A) or the cables located at each wheel.
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The Active Stability Control (ASC) takesoverall control of the anti-lock braking sys- tem, traction control function and skid controlfunction to help maintain the vehicle’s controland traction. Please read
this section in con-
junction with the page on the anti-lock brak- ing system, traction control function and skidcontrol function. Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
 P.5-92
Traction control function
 P.5-96
Skid control function
 P.5-96
NOTE
The anti-lock braking system warning light and brake warning light
illuminate at the
same time and the warning displays appear alternately on the information screen in the multi-information display.
After driving on icy roads Front
Active Stability Control (ASC)
(if so equipped)
Rear
CAUTION Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even the ASC cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. This system, like any other system, has limits and cannot help you to maintain traction and control of thevehicle in all circumstances. Reckless driv- ing can lead to accidents. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive carefully, This meanstaking into account the traffic, road and envi- ronmental conditions. Be sure to use the same specified type and size of tire on all four wheels. Otherwise, the ASC may not work properly. Do not install any aftermarket limited slip differential (LSD) on your vehicle. The ASCmay stop functioning properly.NOTE
 An operation noise may be emitted from the engine compartment in the following situa-tions. The sound is associated with checking the operations of the ASC. At this time, you may feel a shock from the brake pedal if youdepress it. These do not indicate a malfunc- tion. • When the ignition switch is set to the “ON” position. • When the vehicle is driven for a while after the engine is turned on.

Active Stability Control (ASC) (if so equipped) 5-96 Features and controls
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the drive wheels from spin-ning excessive, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a stop
ped condition. It also
provides sufficient driving force and steeringperformance as the vehicle turns while press- ing the acceleration pedal.
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle onslippery roads or during rapid steering
maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output and the brake on each wheel.
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The ASC is automatically activated when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. You can deactivate the system by press-ing down the “ASC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or longer. When the ASC is deactivated, the dis- play/indicator will turn on. To reactivate the ASC, momentarily press the “ASC OFF” switch ; the display/indicator is turned off.
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 When the ASC is activated, you may feel a vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin- ing sound from the engine compartment. This indicates that the system is operating normally. It does not indicate a malfunction.  When the anti-lock braking system warning light is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function

CAUTION When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be sure to install snow tires and drivethe vehicle at moderate speeds.
Skid control function

NOTE
NOTE
 The skid control function operates at speeds of about 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher.
“ASC OFF” switch

CAUTION For safety reasons, the “ASC OFF” switch should be operated when your vehicle is stopped.  Be sure to keep the ASC on while driving in normal circumstances.NOTE
 Using the “ASC OFF” switch turns off both the skid control function and the tractioncontrol function.  When moving out of mud, sand or fresh snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not allow the engine speed to increase. In such situations, temporarily turning off ASC withthe “ASC OFF” switch will make it easier to move out your vehicle.  If you continue to press the “ASC OFF” switch after the ASC is turned off, the “mis- taken operation protection function” willactivate and the ASC will turn back on.
ASC operation display or ASC OFF display

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ASC operation display/ASC indicator The display/indicator will blink whenthe ASC is operating.

Power steering system 5-98 Features and controls
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The power steering system operates while the engine is running. It helps reduce the effort needed to turn the steering wheel. The power steering system has mechanicalsteering capability in case the power assist is lost. If the power assist is lost for some rea- son, you will still be able to steer your vehi-cle, but you will notice it takes much more effort to steer. If this happens, have your vehi- cle inspected at an authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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To w i n g

CAUTION When towing the vehicle with only the front wheels or only the rear wheels raised off the ground, do not place the ignition switch in the “ON” position. Placing the ignitionswitch in the “ON” position could cause the ASC to operate, resulting in an accident. Note that the correct towing method dependson the transmission type and the vehicle’s drive configuration. For details, refer to
“Towing” on page 8-14.
Power steering system
WA R N I N GDo not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving. Stopping the engine would make the steering wheel extremely hard to turn, possibly resulting in an accident.
Hydraulic power steering sys- tem (HPS)
(if so equipped)
CAUTION Do not leave the steering wheel turned all the way in one direction. This can cause damage to the power steering system.
Electric power steering system (EPS)
(if so equipped)NOTE
 During repeated full-lock turning of the steering wheel (for example, while you are manoeuvring the vehicle into a parkingspace), a protection function may be acti- vated to prevent overheating of the power steering system. This function will make thesteering wheel gradually harder to turn. In this event, limit your
turning of the steering
wheel for a while. When the system hascooled down, the steering effort will return to normal.  If you turn the steering wheel while the vehi- cle is stationary with the headlights on, the headlights may become dim. This behavioris not abnormal. The headlights will return to their original brightness after a short while.
Electronic power steering system warning display

Cruise control (if so equipped) 5-100 Features and controls
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To terminate constant-speed driving.
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This indicator will come on when the cruise control “ON OFF” switch (A) is pressed to turn on the cruise control system.
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1. Lightly press the “ON OFF” switch (A).
2. Confirm that the Twin Clutch SST control mode is set to “Normal” (on vehicles with Twin Clutch SST). Refer to “Twin Clutch SST control mode”on page 5-76. 3. Accelerate or decelerate to your desired speed, then press and release the “COAST SET” switch (B) when the “CRUISE”indicator light is illuminated. The vehicle will then maintain the desired speed.
D- “CANCEL” switch
NOTE
 When operating the cruise control switches, correctly press each cruise control switch.The cruise control may be turned off auto- matically if two or more of the cruise control switches are pressed at the same time.
Cruise control indicator

To activate

NOTE
 If the cruise control is on when the ignition switch is turned to “OFF” position, cruise control will turn on automatically and the “CRUISE” control indicator will illuminatethe next time you start the engine.  If the battery voltage is insufficient, the memory data for the cruise control will be erased. As a result, the “CRUISE” control indicator may not come on when you restartthe engine. If this happens, press the “ON OFF” switch once again to activate the cruise control.Type 1 Type 2
NOTE
 The cruising speed cannot be set when the Twin Clutch SST control mode is set to“Sport” mode.Type 1 Type 2