power steering MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART 2014 8.G Owners Manual

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Features and controlsBreak-in recommendation
s ...............................................................5-3
Keys .....................................................
.............................................5-3
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) .........................5-4 Keyless entry system (if so equipped) ..............................................5-7Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)................................
.....................................................5-12
Door locks........................
...............................................................5-36
Power door locks .............
...............................................................5-38
“Child safety locks” for
rear door...................................................5-40
Trunk lid ....................................
.....................................................5-40
Inside emergency trunk lid
release .................................................5-42
Theft-alarm system ..........
...............................................................5-42
Power windows................
...............................................................5-45
Sunroof (if so equipped
) .........................................
........................5-47
Parking brake ...................
...............................................................5-49
Steering wheel tilt lock lever ..........................................................5-51Inside day/night rearview
mirror ....................................................5-51
Outside rearview mirr
ors ................................................................5-53
Ignition switch .................
...............................................................5-54
Steering wheel lock..........
...............................................................5-56
Starting and stopping the e
ngine ....................................................5-56
Turbocharger operation (if so equipped) ........................................5-60Manual transaxle (if so equipped) ..................................................5-60Continuously variable transmissi
on (CVT) (if so equipped)..........5-62
Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
...................................................................
..................................5-71
ACD (Active center differential system) (if so equipped)..............5-83 Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped).................5-85
All-wheel driving opera
tion ........................................................... 5-87
Cautions on handling of all-wheel drive vehicles ......................... 5-89 Limited-slip differential (i
f so equipped) ....................................... 5-90
Service brake ..................
.................................................
............... 5-90
Brake assist system
................................................
......................... 5-91
Hill start assist (vehicles with
Twin Clutch SST) ........................... 5-91
Anti-lock braking syst
em ......................................
......................... 5-92
Active Stability Control (ASC
) (if so equipped) ............................ 5-95
Power steering system
...........................................
......................... 5-98
Cruise control (if so eq
uipped) ....................................................... 5-99
Tire pressure monitoring
system .................................................. 5-104
Rear-view camera (if so
equipped)..............
................................. 5-108
Instrument cluster ..........
.............................................................. 5-110
Multi-information display ............................................................ 5-112 Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list
.................................................................
................................. 5-133
Indicators ..................................
.................................................... 5-145
Warning lights.................
.................................................
............. 5-146
Information screen disp
lay ....................................
....................... 5-147
Combination headlights and dimmer switch ................................ 5-149 Headlight leveling switch (if
so equipped)................................... 5-154
Turn signal lever ...
.................................................
....................... 5-154
Hazard warning flasher
switch ..................................................... 5-155
Front fog light switch (if so
equipped) ......................................... 5-156
Wiper and washer swit
ch ......................................
....................... 5-156
Electric rear window def
ogger switch .......................................... 5-160
Horn switch ..............................
.................................................... 5-161
Link System (if so equi
pped) ....................................................... 5-161

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-17
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Turn slowly after pressing the ignition switch.
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Slowly turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while pressing it. First, set the selector lever (CVT) or the gear- shift lever (Twin Clutch SST) to the “P” (PARK) position, and then slowly turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position whilepressing it.
 If the ignition switch is not turned to the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position when the engine is not running, the ID code cannot be verified and the engine will not start even if the ignition switch is turned to the “START”position. If this happens, fully return the ignition switch to the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position, and start the engine again.
To turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”

A- Steering wheel locked B- Steering wheel lock released
NOTE
NOTE
 To turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” position to the “ACC” posi- tion, push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then turn the ignition switch.  The ignition switch cannot be turned unless the F.A.S.T.-key is inside the vehicle.Refer to “Operating range for starting the engine” on page 5-14.
To turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”

For vehicles with manual transaxle For vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST(sportronic shift transmission)
NOTE
 For vehicle with CVT or Twin Clutch SST, the ignition switch cannot be turned to the “LOCK” position unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin ClutchSST) is in the “P” (PARK) position.CAUTION If the engine is stopped while driving, the power brake booster will stop functioningand greater effort for braking will be required. Also, the power steering system will not function and it will require greatereffort to manually steer the vehicle. Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running. Doing so could lead to a dead battery. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position when the engine is run-ning. It will damage the starter motor.

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-25
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2. Install the cover of the ignition switch. 3. Reinsert the emergency key into theF. A . S . T. - k e y.
Steering wheel lock Turn the emergency key to the “LOCK” posi- tion. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked. Turn the emergency key to the “ACC” posi- tion while moving the steering wheel slightly.
Tips for starting  Do not operate the starter motor continu- ously for longer than 15 seconds as this could run the battery down or damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start,turn the emergency key back to the “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly withthe engine or starter motor still turning will damage the starter mechanism.  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.
NOTE
 For vehicles with CVT or Twin Clutch SST, the emergency key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position.NOTE
 Always install the cover of the ignition switch when not using the emergency key. Not doing so could cause damage if foreignmaterial such as dust
gets into the keyhole of
the ignition switch.CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while the vehicle is moving. This will cause the steering wheel to lock, making it impossible to operate the vehicle.  If the engine is stopped while driving, the power brake booster will stop functioning and greater effort for braking will be required. Also, the power steering systemwill not function and it will require greater effort to manually steer the vehicle.
 Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running. The battery will run down. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position when the engine is run- ning. It will damage the starter motor.
To l o c k To u n l o c k
CAUTION
CAUTION Remove the emergency key when leaving the vehicle. If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the emergency key to the “ACC” position tounlock the steering wheel.NOTE
 If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turnthe emergency key from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the emergency key.
Starting

Ignition switch
Features and controls 5-55
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Engages the starter. After the engine starts, release the key and it will return automati-cally to the “ON” position.
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After about 30 minutes has elapsed with theignition switch in the “ACC” position, the function automatically cuts out the power for the audio system and other electric devicesthat can be operated with that position. When the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC” position, the power is supplied againto those devices.
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For vehicles with a manual transaxle, whenremoving the key, push the key in at the“ACC” position and keep it depressed until it is turned to the “LOCK” position, and remove. For vehicles with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST,when removing the key, first set the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin
Clutch SST) to the “P
” (PARK) position, and
then turn the key to the “LOCK” position and remove it.
START
NOTE
 Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer. To start the engine, the ID code which the transponder inside the key sendsmust match the one registered to the immobi- lizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer” on page5-4.)
ACC power auto-cutout func- tion
NOTE
 It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• The time until the power cuts out can be changed to about 60 minutes. • The ACC power auto-cutout function can be deactivated. For details, consult a Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
To remove the key
NOTE
Manual transaxle
NOTE
 For vehicles with a CVT or 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, which allows the ignition switch to turn to the “LOCK” position.CAUTION Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition switch while driving. The steering wheel will lock, causing loss of control.CVT or Twin Clutch SST

Steering wheel lock 5-56 Features and controls
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[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key] For information on operations for vehiclesequipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, refer to “F.A.S.T.-key: Steering wheel lock” on page 5-20. [Except for vehicles equipped with the F. A . S . T. - k e y ]
Remove the key at the “LOCK” position. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked. Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering wheel slightly.
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 Do not operate the starter motor continu- ously for longer than 15 seconds as thiscould run the battery down or damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch back to the“LOCK” position, wait a few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly with the engine or starter motor still turningwill damage the starter mechanism.  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.
 If the engine is turned off while driving, the power brake booster will stop functioning and braking efficiency will be reduced. Also, the power steering system will not function and it will require greater effort to manuallysteer the vehicle. Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running. This will cause the battery to run down. Do not turn the key to the “START” position when the engine is running. It will damage the starter motor.
Steering wheel lock
CAUTION
To l o c k To u n l o c k
CAUTION Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.
NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from “LOCK” position to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.
Starting and stopping the engine Tips for starting

Starting and stopping the engine Features and controls 5-59
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from a standstill even with the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) in the “D” (DRIVE) position. This phenomenon occurs because the trans-axle has not warmed up sufficiently; it does not indicate a problem. If it occurs, place the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever(Twin Clutch SST) in the “P” (PARK) posi- tion and let the engine idle for at least 10 min- utes.The transaxle will warm up, and you will beable to start normally. Do not leave the vehicle during warm-up operation.
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At high altitude locations, the idle speed maybe higher. This is done in order to stabilizethe idle speed when the power steering sys- tem and other systems operate. It does not indicate a malfunction.
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1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Fully engage the parking brake whiledepressing the brake pedal.
3. For vehicles with a manual transaxle, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” posi- tion to stop the engine, and then move the gearshift lever to the 1st (on a uphill) or“R” (Reverse) (on a downhill) position. For vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST,place the selector lever (CVT) or the gear- shift lever (Twin Clutch SST) in the “P” (PARK) position, and then turn the igni-tion switch to the “LOCK” position tostop the engine.
Idle speed in high altitude area Stopping the engine
NOTE
 For vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, the engine will stop and the vehicle power will turn off approximately 1 second after the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”; position. The reason for this is that, in the time from when the ignition switch is turned to the“LOCK” position until the engine stops, the gears inside the Twin Clutch SST disengage so that the engine will start smoothly thenext time it is started. Two clutches installed in the Twin Clutch SST alternately engage and disengage toachieve smooth shifting. In addition, the gear on the side with the free clutch is engaged, therefore, quick shifting isperformed. If the engine was stopped with the gear engaged like this, it would provide resistancethe next time the engine is started. Therefore, the gear disengages in the approximately 1- second period until the engine stops.  For vehicles with Twin Clutch SST, do not operate the gearshift lever or the acceleratorpedal for approximately 1 second until the engine stops.

All-wheel driving operation 5-88 Features and controls
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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

Brake assist system
Features and controls 5-91
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erly, the rest of the br
ake system will still
work, but the vehicle will not slow down as quickly. You will know this has happened if you findyou need to depress the brake pedal down further, or harder when slowing down or stop- ping, or if the brake warning light and thewarning display in the multi-information dis- play come on.
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The disc brakes have an alarm that makes ametallic squeal when the brake pads have worn down enough to need service. If youhear this sound, have the brake pads replaced at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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The brake assist system is a device assisting drivers who cannot depress the brake pedal firmly such as in emergency stop situationsand provides greater braking force. If the brake pedal is depressed suddenly, the brakes will be applied with more force than usual.
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The hill start assist makes it easy to start off on a steep uphill slope by preventing thevehicle from moving back
wards. It keeps the
braking force for about 2 seconds when you move your foot from the brake pedal to theaccelerator pedal.
WA R N I N G Never coast downhill with the engine OFF. Keep the engine running whenever your vehicle is in motion. If you turn off the engine while driving, the power brakebooster will stop working and your brakes will not work as well. If the power assist is
lost or if either brake
hydraulic system stops working properly, take your vehicle to an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice immediately.
Brake pad wear alarm
WA R N I N G Driving with worn brake pads will make it harder to stop, and can cause an accident.
Brake assist system
CAUTION The brake assist system is not a device designed to exercise braking force greaterthan its capacity. Make sure to always keep a sufficient distance between vehicles in front of you without relying too much on the brakeassist system.NOTE
 Once the brake assist system is operational, it maintains great braking force even if the brake pedal is lightly released. To stop its operation, completely removeyour foot from the brake pedal.
 The brake assist system may become opera- tional when the brake pedal is fully depressed even if it has not been depressed suddenly.  When the brake assist system is in use while driving, you may feel as if the depressed brake pedal is soft, the pedal moves in smallmotions in conjunction with the operation noise, or the vehicle body and the steering wheel vibrate. This occurs when the brakeassist system is operating normally and does not indicate faulty operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal.  You may hear an operation noise when the brake pedal is suddenly or fully depressedwhile stationary. This does not indicate a malfunction and the brake assist system is operating normally.
Hill start assist (vehicles with Twin Clutch SST)
NOTE

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

Indicator light, warning light, an
d information screen display list Features and controls 5-137
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Warning display list (With ignition switch in the “ON” position)
Screen type1
Screen type 2
Cause
Do this (Reference)
 There is a fault in the electric power steering system (EPS).
 Have the vehicle inspected by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible. Refer to “Electric power steering sys- tem (EPS)” on page 5-98.