fuel MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION 2010 10.G Owner's Guide

Features and controls
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Changing the reset mode for average fuel consumption
and average speed
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You can change the mode condition for the average fuel con-
sumption and average speed display to “Auto reset” or “Man-
ual reset.”
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
“AVG” (average fuel consumption and average speed set-
ting).
3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch in sequence from A
(Auto reset) → M (Manual reset) → A (Auto reset).
The setting is changed to the selected reset condition.
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Manual reset mode
 If you press and hold the multi-information meter switch
when the average fuel consumption and average speed
are displayed, these calculations will be reset to zero.
 When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
from the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the mode setting
changes automatically from manual to auto.
Switching to auto occurs automatically. If switching to
manual mode is done, however, the data from the last
reset is displayed.
Auto reset mode
 When the average fuel consumption and average speed
are being displayed, if you hold down the multi-infor-
mation meter switch, these calculations will be reset to
zero.
 When the ignition switch has been set to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position for about 4 hours or more, the average
fuel consumption display and the average speed display
will automatically reset.NOTE

The average speed display and average fuel consumption
display can be reset separately in both auto reset mode and
manual reset mode.


The average speed display memories and average fuel
consumption memories for auto reset mode and manual
reset mode are erased if the battery is disconnected.


The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.
Changing the fuel consumption display unit
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The fuel consumption display unit can be changed. The dis-
tance, speed, and amount units are also changed to match the
selected fuel consumption unit.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to change from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
“AVG UNIT” (fuel consumption display unit setting).
3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to display “AVG UNIT” (fuel
consumption display unit setting).
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Features and controls
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4. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to switch
in sequence from km/L → L/100 km → mpg (US) → mpg
(UK) → RETURN → km/L.
5. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to change the setting to the
selected unit.
NOTE

The display units for the driving range, the average fuel
consumption, the average speed and the momentary fuel
consumption are changed, but the units for the indicating
needle (speedometer), the odometer and the trip odometer
will remain unchanged.


If the battery is disconnected, the memory of the unit set-
ting is erased and is automatically set to {mpg (US) or
L/100 km}.
The distance and speed units are also changed in the following
combinations to match the selected fuel consumption unit.Fuel
economy
Distance
(driving range)
Speed
(average speed)
mpg (US) mile (s) mph
mpg (UK) mile (s) mph
km / L km km / h
L / 100 km km km / h
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Features and controls
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Changing the turn-signal sound
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It is possible to change the turn-signal sound.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for
about 2 seconds or more to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
. (changing the turn-signal sound)
3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for
about 2 seconds or more to switch in sequence from 1
(turn-signal sound 1) → 2 (turn-signal sound 2) → 1
(turn-signal sound 1).
The setting changes to the selected turn-signal sound.
Changing the momentary fuel consumption display
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It is possible to change the bar graph setting of the momentary
fuel consumption display.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for
about 2 seconds or more to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
. (changing the momentary fuel consumption display)
3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for
about 2 seconds or more to switch in sequence from ON
(with the green bar graph) → OFF (without the green bar
graph) → ON (with the green bar graph).
The setting changes to the selected bar graph setting.
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Returning to the factory settings
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All of the function settings can be returned to their factory set-
tings.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 2 seconds or more) to switch from the setting mode
screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (With ignition
switch in the “ON” position)” on page 3-171.
2. Lightly press the multi-information meter switch to select
“RESET” (return to the factory settings).3. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch (for
about 5 seconds or more), the buzzer sounds and all of the
function settings are returned to the factory settings.
NOTE

The factory settings are as follows.
 Average fuel consumption and average speed reset
mode: A (Auto reset)
 Fuel consumption display unit: mpg (US) or (L/100 km)
 Temperature unit: °F (Fahrenheit) or {°C (Celsius)}
 Display language: ENGLISH
 Cooperative language setting: A
 Operation sounds: ON (Operation sound on)
 “REST REMINDER” display: OFF
 Turn-signal sound: Turn-signal sound 1
 Momentary fuel consumption with the green bar graph:
ON
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Features and controls
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There is a fault in the fuel system.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.

The vehicle is being driven with the
parking brake still applied.
Release the parking brake. Refer to
“Brake warning display” on page 3-
198.

There is a fault in the engine oil circu-
lation system.
Park your vehicle in a safe place as
soon as possible and contact an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice to have
the system checked.
Refer to “Oil pressure warning” on
page 3-200.

There is a fault in the charging system.
Park your vehicle in a safe place as
soon as possible and contact an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice for assis-
tance.
Refer to “Charging system warning
display” on page 3-197.

There is a fault in the SRS airbag or the
pre-tensioner system.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “SRS airbag/Pre-tensioner
system warning” on page 2-42.
Screen
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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There is a fault in the Active Stability
Control (ASC).
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “Active Stability Control
(ASC)” on page 3-127.

There is a fault in the S-AWC (Super-
All Wheel Control).
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “S-AWC (Super-All Wheel
Control)” on page 3-117.

A safety device in the Twin Clutch SST
has been activated due to a possible
malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST or
in the engine electronic control mod-
ule.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice to have the system
checked.
Refer to “Twin Clutch SST” on page 3-
93.

The fuel is running low.
Refuel as soon as possible. Refer to
“Fuel remaining warning display” on
page 3-167.

The outside temperature is 37°F (3°C)
or less.
Be careful driving on frozen ground.

The ground may be frozen even when
this warning is not displayed, so drive
carefully.
Screen
Cause
Do this (Reference)
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3-196 Features and controls
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Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)
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This indicator is a part of the onboard diagnostic (OBD) sys-
tem which monitors the emissions, engine control system or
Twin Clutch SST control system. If a problem is detected in
one of these systems, this indicator comes on. When the igni-
tion switch is turned to the “ON” position, this indicator nor-
mally comes on and goes off a few seconds later.
This indicator will come on if the fuel tank filler cap is not
properly tightened. If this indicator comes on and stays on after
refueling, stop the engine and check that the cap is properly
tightened. (Turn the cap clockwise until you hear clicking
sounds.)
If this indicator does not go off after several seconds or lights
up while driving, have the system checked as soon as possible
at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
CAUTION
!

If the brake warning light and the Anti-lock braking
system warning light are illuminated at the same
time, the braking force distribution function will not
operate, so the vehicle may be destabilized during
sudden braking under the following conditions. When the brake warning light does not go out even
when the parking brake is released.
 When the brake warning light stays on while driv-
ing.
 If the above occurs, avoid sudden braking and
high-speed driving. Park the vehicle in a safe
place, and contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as
soon as possible.


The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the follow-
ing manner when brake performance is deterio-
rated. Confirm that the vehicle slows down when you
press down on the brake pedal harder than usual.
In some cases, the brake pedal may go all the way
to the floor.
 Should the brakes fail, use engine braking to
reduce your speed and slowly apply the parking
brake.
Depress the brake pedal to illuminate the stop
lights to alert the vehicles behind you.
CAUTION
!

Driving for a long time with the engine malfunction
indicator on may cause more damage to the emission
control system. This could also affect fuel economy
and drivability.


If this indicator does not come on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, have the sys-
tem checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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Driving safety
Fuel economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 2
Driving, alcohol and drugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 2
Vehicle preparation before driving. . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 3
Safe driving techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 4
Driving during cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 5
Braking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 6
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 6
Loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 7
Cargo loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 12
Trailer towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 13
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4-2 Driving safety
4Fuel economy
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Fuel economy is dependent on many factors. Your personal
driving habits can have a significant effect on your fuel use.
Several recommendations for achieving the greatest fuel econ-
omy are listed below.

Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate
slowly and smoothly.


When parked for even a short period, do not idle the
engine. Shut it off.


Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.


Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures.


For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately
50 mph (80 km/h) when traffic, roadway and weather con-
ditions safely permit.


Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle lubricated
according to the recommendations in this manual.


Always keep your vehicle well maintained. A poorly
maintained engine wastes fuel and costs money.


Do not overload your vehicle.
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation.
Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you
sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your
alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doc-
tor or pharmacist before driving while under the influence of
any of these medications.
WA R N I N G
!

NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are
slower and your judgment is impaired.
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