Index MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART 2013 8.G Owners Manual

Table of contents
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Overview
Quick index
General information
Seat and restraint systems
Features and controls
Driving safety
Comfort controls
For emergencies
Vehicle care and maintenance
Customer assistance/
Reporting Safety Defects
Specifications
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display indicators”
on page 3-182.

These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON”.
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
Charging system warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.P.3-231
or
Brake warning light
If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking
brake is fully released.

If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, stop and check
the brake fluid level.

If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction.
Avoid hard braking and high speeds, and contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assis-
tance.P.3-229
or
Engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check
engine light”)
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing,
have the engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible. If the
vehicle is not drivable, contact emergency roadside assistance at 1-
888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for
vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or
local towing company for assistance.P.3-230
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Anti-lock braking system warning light
When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not func-
tioning and only the ordinary braking system is functioning.

Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Test the system as described on page 3-150.

If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we
recommend that you have the system checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.P.3-149,
3-150
SRS warning light
It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend
that you have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possi-
ble.P. 2 - 2 3 ,
2-45
Tire pressure monitoring system warning light
If the warning light comes on, you should stop and adjust the tires to
the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible.
(See “Tire inflation pressures” on page 7-31.)
Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will go off after
a few minutes of driving.

If the warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute and then
remain continuously illuminated, the system is not operating properly.
If the system returns to normal, the warning light will go off. If the
warning light does not go off, have the vehicle inspected at an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.P.3-169
Warning light
Do this
Ref. page
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3
If this problem occurs...
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Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key.
(When using a key to start the
engine)When using a key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.
P. 3 - 8 8 ,
3-89
Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST:
Check the position of the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch
SST).
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever
(Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.
(When using the F.A.S.T.-key to
start the engine)When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the engine
Will not turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”.
Push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then
turn the ignition switch.Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.Vehicles with CVT or Twin Clutch SST:
Check whether the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is
set to the “P” (PARK) position.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Place the ignition switch at the “ACC” position. Push the ignition switch in and turn
it.P.3-17
The F.A.S.T.-key does not operate.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F.A.S.T.-key) Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the doors and start the engine. P.3-33
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4 Quick indexCannot shift the selector lever
(CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin
Clutch SST) from the “P” (PARK)
position. (for vehicles with CVT or
Tw i n C l u t c h S S T )Shift the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) while press-
ing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition key or ignition switch is in the “ON” position.P.3-99, 3-113
The windows are fogged up.
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower.P.5-10, 5-20,
5-29,
5-39, 5-49
The engine does not start.
The lights do not come on.
The lights are dim.
The horn does not honk.
The horn sound is weak.Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.P.6-2,
7-23
Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
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Problem
Do this
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The engine coolant temperature
display “ ” in the multi-informa-
tion display is flashing.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.P. 6 - 5
If your vehicle becomes stuck in
sand, mud or snow1. Slowly press down on the accelerator pedal 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 LOCK” 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.6-24
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 cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders.
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Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in overheating
and transaxle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.
Problem
Do this
Ref. page
The brakes are not functioning
properly after driving through
water. Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal. P.4-8
The CVT makes no engine speed to
vehicle speed ratio change when
accelerating. The initial movement
of the vehicle is slow when the
vehicle starts moving.
(for vehicles with CVT)There may be a problem in the CVT.
If the or warning lights on the multi-information display will not turn off, or if
they are coming on frequently, please have the vehicle checked at your nearest
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. P. 3 - 1 1 2
Twin Clutch SST does not shift.
Vehicle cannot move.
Acceleration is slow.
The vehicle does not creep.
A large shock is felt when shifting.
Shifting occurs at higher engine
speed.
Response is slow.
(for vehicles with Twin Clutch
SST)The temperature of the Twin Clutch SST fluid is high, a safety device in the Twin
Clutch SST has been activated due to a possible malfunction in the Twin Clutch
SST, or there is a possible malfunction in the engine electronic control module.P.3-118, 3-
132, 3-230
WA R N I N G
!
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A tire is punctured.
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level.
2. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.P. 6 - 9
Problem
Do this
Ref. page
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3-258 Features and controls
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NOTE
If the ignition switch is left in the “ACC” position, the
accessory power will automatically turn off after a certain
period of time and you will no longer be able to use the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface. The accessory power comes on
again if the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC”
position. Refer to “ACC power auto-cutout function” on
page 3-87.

The Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface cannot be used if the
Bluetooth
® device has a dead battery or the device power
is turned off.

Hands-free calls will not be possible if your phone does
not have service available.

Some Bluetooth
® devices are not compatible with the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.
You can confirm the Link System software version by
pressing the HANG-UP button 3 times (press and hold 2
times and then press briefly) within 10 seconds.

For detail of the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface, refer to the fol-
lowing web site:
[For vehicles sold in U.S.A.]
You can see to access the MITSUBISHI MOTORS
NORTH AMERICA web site.
[For vehicles sold in Canada and Mexico]
You can see to access via the MITSUBISHI MOTORS
web site.
Please read and agree the “Warning about Links to the
Web Sites of Other Companies” because it connects other
than MITSUBISHI MOTORS web site.
http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/prod-
ucts/index.html

Software updates by cellular phone/digital audio device
manufacturers may change/alter device connectivity.
Steering control switch → P. 3 - 2 5 9
Voice recognition function → P. 3 - 2 6 1
Useful voice commands → P. 3 - 2 6 2
Speaker enrollment function → P.3-264
Connecting the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface and the Bluetooth
®
device→ P.3-265
Operating a music player connected via Bluetooth
® → P. 3 - 2 7 0
How to make or receive hands-free calls → P. 3 - 2 7 0
Phonebook function → P. 3 - 2 7 4
WA R N I N G
!
Although the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface allows you to
make hands-free calls, if you choose to use the cellu-
lar phone while driving, you must not allow yourself
to be distracted from the safe operation of your vehi-
cle. Anything, including cellular phone usage, that
distracts you from the safe operation of your vehicle
increases your risk of an accident.

Refer to and comply with all state and local laws in
your area regarding cellular phone usage while driv-
ing.
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Comfort controls
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5
To search by artist name
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1. Say “Play” on the main menu.NOTE
The Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface starts recognizing the con-
nected device.
If the connected device cannot be recognized or a connec-
tion error occurs, the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface starts an
appropriate voice guide. Follow the voice guide.
2. After the voice guide says “Would you like to play by Art-
ist, Album, Playlist or Genre?,” say “Artist”.
NOTE
If you say “Artist ,” you can skip step 3.
3. After the voice guide says “What Artist would you like to
play?,” say the artist name.
4. If there is only one match, the system proceeds to step 6.5. If there are two or more matches, the voice guide will say
“More than one match was found, would you like to play
?” If you say “Yes,” the system proceeds to
step 6.
If you say “No,” the next matching artist is uttered by the
system.
NOTE
If you say “No” to three or all artist names uttered by the
system, the voice guide will say “Artist not found, please
try again” and the system returns to step 2.

Search time depends on the number of songs on your con-
nected device. Devices containing a large number of
songs may take longer to return search results.
6. After the voice guide says “Playing ,” the
system creates a playlist index for the artist.NOTE
If the confirmation function is active, the voice guide con-
firms if the artist name is correct. If the artist name is cor-
rect, say “Yes”. If not, say “No”. After the voice guide
says “Artist not found, please try again,” the system
returns to step 2.
7. The system exits the voice recognition mode and starts
playback.
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