engine coolant MITSUBISHI LANCER 2014 8.G Owners Manual

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The engine coolant temperature dis- play “ ” in the multi-information display is flashing. Steam comes out of the engine com- partment. Type 1 Type 2
The engine is overheated. Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.
P.8-4
If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow
1. Slowly press down on the accelerator peda
l to get your vehicle moving again. For
vehicle equipped with the Electronically controlled 4WD system, set the drive mode- selector to the “4WD AUTO” or “4WD LO
CK” position and then slowly press down
on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving.2. If there is nothing to stop your tires from
slipping, rock your vehicle back and forth to
free it.
P.8-15
WA R N I N G When attempting to rock your vehicle out of
a stuck position, be sure that no one is
near the vehicle. The rocking motion may c
ause the vehicle to
suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders. Avoid revving the engine or spinning the
wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck ve
hicle may result in overheating and transa
xle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking at
tempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
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 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. A longer warm up period will only con- sume extra fuel. The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar graph ofthe engine coolant temperature display starts to move. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With ignition
switch in the “ON”
position)” on page 5-121. On vehicles equipped with the Twin Clutch SST, the following may occur after the engine is started, but they do not indi-cate an abnormality. • You may hear operational sounds of the Twin Clutch SST and you may feelvibration in the vehicle body. • If you shift the gearshift lever into the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and depressthe accelerator pedal, increases in the engine speed will be limited.
Your vehicle is equipped with an electroni- cally controlled fuel injection system. This isa system that automatically controls fuel injection. There is no need to depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.The starter motor should not be run for more than 15 seconds at a time. To prevent battery drain, wait a few secondsbetween attempts to restart the engine. 1. Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fastened. 2. Press and hold the brake pedal down withyour right foot.
3. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual transaxle). 4. On vehicles with manual transaxle, place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral)position.On vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST, make sure the selector lever (CVT) or thegearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is in the “P” (PARK) position.
WA R N I N G Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle out of the area. Car- bon monoxide gas, which is odorless andextremely poisonous, could build up and cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION Do not push-start the vehicle.Do not run the engine
at high rpms or drive
at high speeds until the engine has had a chance to warm up. Release the ignition switch as soon as the engine starts. Otherwise, the starter motorwill be damaged.
Starting the engine

NOTE
 For models equipped with a manual trans- axle, the starter will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed (Clutch inter-lock). This is a safety feature.NOTE
 On vehicles with CVT, the starter will not operate unless the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position. On vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, thestarter will not operate unless the gearshift lever is in the “P” (P
ARK) position or the
gearshift lever is in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position with the brake pedal depressed. For safety reasons, start the engine in the “P”(PARK) position so that the wheels are locked.

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 A longer warm up period will only con- sume extra fuel. The
engine is warmed up
enough for driving when the bar graph of the engine coolant temperature displaystarts to move. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-121. On vehicles equipped with the Twin Clutch SST, the following may occur after the engine is started, but they do not indi-cate an abnormality.• You may hear operational sounds of the Twin Clutch SST and you may feel vibration in the vehicle body.• If you shift the gearshift lever into the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and depress the accelerator pedal, increases in theengine speed will be limited.
Starting the engine Your vehicle is equipped with an electroni-cally controlled fuel injection system. This is a system that automatically controls the fuel injection. There is no need to depress theaccelerator pedal when starting the engine. The starter motor should not be run for more than 15 seconds at a time.To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts to restart the engine. 1. Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fastened.
2. While pushing the lock release buttons (A), remove the cover of the ignition switch. 3. Insert the emergency key into the ignition switch.
WA R N I N G Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle out of the area. Car- bon monoxide gas, which is odorless andextremely poisonous, could build up and cause serious injury or death.CAUTION Do not push-start the vehicle.
Do not run the engine
at high rpms or drive
at high speeds until the engine has had a chance to warm up. Release the emergency key as soon as the engine starts. It will damage the starter motor.CAUTION

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 [Except for vehicles equipped with the turbocharger] The engine is warmed up enough for driv- ing when the bar graph of engine coolanttemperature display starts to move. A lon- ger warm up period will only consume extra fuel.  [For vehicles equipped with the turbo- charger] The engine is warmed up enough for driv-ing when the bar graph of engine coolanttemperature display starts to move. Driv- ing before the bar graph moves may cause deterioration of turbocharger performanceand driveability. A longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.  On vehicles equipped with the Twin Clutch SST, the following may occur after the engine is started, but they do not indi- cate an abnormality.• You may hear operational sounds of the Twin Clutch SST and you may feel vibration in the vehicle body.• If you shift the gearshift lever into the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and depress the accelerator pedal, increases in theengine speed will be limited.
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[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key.]For information on operation for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, refer to “F.A.S.T.-key: Starting the engine” on page5-20. [Except for vehicles equipped with the F. A . S . T. - k e y. ]Your vehicle is equipped with an electroni- cally controlled fuel injection system, which automatically controls the release of fuel.
There is usually no need to depress the accel- erator pedal when starting the engine. The starter should not be run for more than 15 seconds at a time.To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts to restart the engine. 1. Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fastened 2. Insert the ignition key. 3. Make sure the parking brake is applied.4. Press and hold the brake pedal down withyour right foot. 5. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual transaxle).
WA R N I N G Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle out of the area. Car- bon monoxide gas, which is odorless and extremely poisonous, could build up andcause serious injury or death.CAUTION Do not push-start the vehicle.Do not run the engine
at high rpms or drive
at high speeds until the engine has had a chance to warm up. Release the ignition switch as soon as the engine starts. Otherwise, the starter motorwill be damaged.
Starting the engine
NOTE
 For models equipped with a manual trans- axle, the starter will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed (Clutch inter-lock). This is a safety feature.

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traction when driving on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads a
nd when moving out of
mud. These vehicles, however, are not designedfor off-road use, and are unsuitable for driving on bumpy ground that may cause excessive strain.
Electronically controlled
4WD system vehicles should be driven only under the same conditions as are suitable for ordinary front-wheel drive vehicles. When turning a sharp corner in “4WD LOCK” position at low speed, a slight differ- ence in steering may be experienced similarto feeling as if the brakes were applied. This is called tight corner braking and results from each of the four tires being at a different dis-tance from the corner. The phenomenon is typical of 4-wheel drive vehicles. If this occurs, either straig
hten out the steering
wheel, or change to “2WD” or “4WD AUTO” mode. Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD AUTO” or “4WD LOCK” in accordance with the road conditions, and then gradually depress theaccelerator pedal for a smooth start.
Set the drive mode-selector to “4WD LOCK” and then gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a smooth start. Keep the pressure on the accelerator pedal asconstant as possible, and drive at low speed.
Turning sharp corners On snowy or icy roads
NOTE
 The use of snow tires is recommended.  Maintain a safe distance between vehicles, avoid sudden braking, and use engine brak- ing (downshifting).CAUTION Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration, and sharp turning. Skidding occurs and con- trol of the vehicle could be lost.
Moving out of mud
CAUTION If any of the following conditions occur, fol- low these procedures:• The engine coolant temperature display appears on the information screen in the multi-information display or the engine power drops suddenly. Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.
• The “ ” warning display or the “ ” warning display appear on the information screen in the multi-information display. Refer to “Warning display” on page 5-66.WA R N I N G When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that the area around the vehicle is clear of people and physical objects. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly launch for- ward/backward, causing injury or dam-age to nearby people or objects.NOTE
 Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration and sharp turning; such operations couldresult in the vehicle becoming stuck.  If the vehicle becomes stuck in muddy roads, it can often be moved with a rocking motion. Move the selector lever alternately between “D” (DRIVE) and “R” (REVERSE) posi-tions, while pressing
lightly on the accelera-
tor pedal.CAUTION

Multi-information display 5-112 Features and controls
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The multi-information display displays warn
ings, the odometer, trip odometer, service re
minder, engine coolant temperature, fue
l remaining, out-
side temperature, Twin Clutch SST control mode, ACD control
mode, gearshift lever position, selector lever position, all-wheel
drive operation
status, average and momentary fuel consumption, driving range, average speed, instrument brightness, etc. It is also possible to change elements such as th
e language and units used on the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
W i t h i g n i t i o n s w i t c h i s “ O N ” p o s i t i o n { C o nt i n u o us l y
v a r i a b l e t r a n s m i s s i o n ( C V T ) , Tw
i n C l u t c h S ST }
With ignition switch is “OFF” position
With ignition switch is “ON” position (Manual transaxle)
Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2 Type 1 Type 2
1-
Warning display screen (With igni- tion switch in the “OFF” position)  P.5-113
2- Information screen (With ignition
switch in the “OFF” position)
P.5-114
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” position)
P.5-115
3- Door ajar warning display screen (With
ignition switch in the “OFF” position) P.5-116
4-
Warning display screen (With igni- tion switch in the “ON” position)  P.5-118
5- Active stability control (ASC) OFF dis-
play screen (if so equipped)
P.5-118
6- Information screen (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)
P.5-118
Interrupt display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)
P.5-121
7- Outside temperature display screen
 P.5-122
8- Fuel remaining display screen
P.
5-123

Multi-information display
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The multi-information meter switch is a but- ton marked “INFO” on the left side of the dash. Each time the multi-information meter switchis operated, a sound is emitted and the multi- information display changes between infor- mation such as warnings, odometer, tripodometer, service reminder, engine coolant temperature (Type 1), average and momen- tary fuel consumption, driving range, andaverage speed and ACD control mode display (if so equipped).
It is also possible to change elements such as the language and units used on the multi- information display by operating the multi- information meter switch.
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If you press the multi-information meterswitch and return from the warning display screen to the previous screen, the warning is displayed. Refer to “Returning to the display screen from before the warning display” on page 5-115.This mark is also displayed if there is anotherwarning other than the one displayed. When
9- Engine coolant temperature display (if
so equipped)
P.5-118
10- Twin Clutch SST control mode display
screen (Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-77
11- Selector lever position display screen
(CVT)
P.5-65
Gearshift lever position display screen (Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-73
12- Drive mode indicator display screen
(CVT) (if so equipped)  P.5-117 ACD control mode display screen(Twin Clutch SST)
P.5-83
13- ECO mode indicator (if so equipped)
 P.5-123
14- Gearshift indicator display screen (if so
equipped)
P.5-61
NOTE
The fuel units, temperature units, display language, and other settings can be changed.Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
 The display screen is different depending on whether the ignition switch in the “OFF” or “ON” position. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” position)” on page5-114. Refer to “Warning displa
y list (With ignition
switch in the “OFF” position)” on page5-134. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch turned from “OFF” to “ON” posi-tion)” on page 5-117. Refer to “Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-118.Refer to “Warning displa
y list (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-137.
Multi-information meter switch
NOTE
Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the “OFF” position)

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The operation status of the ACD control mode is displayed. Refer to “ACD control mode” on page 5-83.
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This is displayed when you press the multi-information meter switch and switch the warning display screen. This mark is also displayed if there is anotherwarning other than the one displayed. When the cause of the warning display is eliminated, the warning goes out automat- ically.
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This is displayed when the Active stability control (ASC) is turned “OFF” with the“ASC OFF” switch. Also, if an abnormal condition is occurred in the ASC while driving, the “ASC OFF” dis-play illuminates.Refer to “ASC OFF switch” on page 5-96.
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Each time you lightly press the multi-infor-mation meter switch, the display screenchanges in the following order.
ACD control mode display screen
(if so equipped)
Warning display screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)
NOTE
 When the warning is displayed, the warn- ing display screen can be redisplayed on the information screen. Refer to “Information screen (With ignitionswitch in the “OFF” position)” on page 5-114 or “Information screen (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-118.
“Active stability control (ASC) OFF” display screen
(if so
equipped)Information screen (With igni- tion switch in the “ON” posi- tion)
1-
Odometer (Type 1)/Trip odometer
2-
Odometer (Type 1)/Trip odometer
3- Service reminder4- Engine coolant temperature display
(Type 1)
5- Driving range display (Type 1)6- Average speed display, average fuel
consumption display, momentary fuel consumption display (Type 1)
7- Driving range display, momentary fuel
consumption display (Type 2)
Ty p e 1
When there is no warning display When there is a warning display
Type 2
When there is no warning display
When there is a warning display

Multi-information display
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The operation method is the same as when the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position.For further details, refer to “Odometer/Trip odometer” on page 5-114.
Shows the distance and number of months until the next periodic inspection.Refer to “Service reminder” on page 5-123. Shows the engine coolant temperature. If the coolant becomes hot, “ ” will blink. Pay careful attention to the engine coolant temperature display while you are driving. Shows the approximate driving range (how many more miles or kilometers you can drive) with the current fuel level. When thisdriving range falls below 30 miles (50 km), “- --” is displayed. Refuel as soon as possible.
This displays the average speed from the last reset to the present.There are 2 types of mode settings as follows. For details on how to change the average speed display setting, refer to “Changing thefunction settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
8- Average fuel consumption display,
momentary fuel consumption display(Type 2)
9- Average speed display, momentary fuel
consumption display (Type 2)
10- Function setting screen 11- Redisplay of a warning display screen
NOTE
 While driving, the function setting screen is not displayed even if you operate the multi- information meter switch. Always park the vehicle in a safe place before operating.Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.  When there is information to be announced, such as a system fault, the tone sounds andthe screen display is changed. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (With igni- tion switch in the “ON” position)” on page5-121.
Odometer/Trip odometer
Service reminder Engine coolant temperature dis- play
CAUTION If the engine is overheating, “ ” will blink. In this case, the bar graph is on the red zone. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe placeand take the required measures. Refer to “Engine overheating” on page 8-4.
Driving range display
NOTE
 The driving range is determined based on the fuel consumption data. This may vary depending on the driving conditions and hab- its. Treat the distance displayed as just a rough guideline.  When you refuel, the driving range display is automatically updated.However, if you only add a small amount of fuel, the correct value will not be displayed. Fill to a full tank whenever possible.  When your vehicle is stopped on an extremely steep hill, the driving range valuemay change. This is due to the movement of fuel in the tank and does not indicate any problem.  The display setting can be changed to the preferred units (miles or km).Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)” on page 5-126.
Average speed display

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 Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle, transfer case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all the lubrication points. Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather conditions. This is normal and shifting will get easier as the transaxlewarms up.  Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of aleak or from engine overheating, add Mit-subishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equivalent. Please read this section in conjunctionwith the “Engine coolant” on page 9-8.
[For RALLIART vehicles sold in U.S.A.]  Mitsubishi Motors recommends that the standard equipment tires be replaced with winter tires when the vehicle is going to be used in winter.The standard equipment tires provided with this vehicle are summer tires and use a high-grip compound that provides supe-rior grip. The road grip, however, is reduced in win- ter.When replacing the standard equipmenttires with winter tires, all four tires must be replaced using radial identicalsize win- ter tires.
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All the parts of the brake system are criticalto safety. Have the vehicle serviced by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice at regular inter- vals according to the “WARRANTY ANDMAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately after starting, espe-cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brakediscs or brake drums and prevent normal braking after driving in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed.If this occurs, dry the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal. On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brakes less effective.While driving in such conditions, pay close attention to preceding and following vehicles and to the condition of
the road surface. From
WA R N I N GNever open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned.
NOTE
 As your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure sensorswhen the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement should, therefore, be performed only by an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer.  If you use new wheels w
ith new tire inflation
pressure sensors, their ID codes must be pro- grammed into the tire pressure monitoringsystem. Refer to “Whenever the tires and wheels are replaced with new ones” on page 5-108.
Braking When brakes are wet When driving in cold weather