automatic transmission MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK 2014 8.G Owners Manual

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit
ter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-21
5
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. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 3. Press and hold the brake pedal down withyour right foot. 4. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual transaxle).
5. On vehicles equipped with manual trans- axle, place the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position. On vehicles equipped with continuouslyvariable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST, make sure the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin ClutchSST) is in the “P” (PARK) position. 6. While pushing the ignition switch from “LOCK” (PUSH OFF) to “LOCK” (PUSH ON), set the ignition switch to the “ON” position and confirm that all warn-ing lights and warning displays are oper- ating properly.
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 theclutch pedal is fully depressed (Clutch inter- lock). This is a safety feature.
NOTE
 On vehicles equipped with CVT, the starter will not operate unless the selector lever is inthe “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) posi- tion. On vehicles equipped with Twin Clutch SST,the starter will not operate unless the gear- shift lever is in the “P” (PARK) 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 arelocked.
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Ignition switch 5-54 Features and controls
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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 equipped with a manual trans-axle, when removing the key, push the key inat the “ACC” position and keep it depressed until it is turned to the “LOCK” position, and remove. For vehicles equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin ClutchSST, when removing the key, first set the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever
(Twin Clutch SST) to the “P” (PARK) posi- tion, and then turn the key to the “LOCK” position, and remove.
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 equipped with a CVT or Twin Clutch SST, the key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gear-shift lever (Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P” (PARK) position, which allows the igni- tion switch to turn to the “LOCK” position.CAUTION Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition switch while dr
iving. The steering
wheel will lock, causing
loss of control.
CVT or Twin Clutch SST
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Continuously variable transm
ission (CVT) (if so equipped)
5-62 Features and controls
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driving conditions. This helps achieve smooth driving and excellent fuel efficiency. Also you can manually shift up and shift down the transmission. Refer to “Sportsmode” on page 5-66. The transmission prevents unnecessary upshifts even when the accelerator pedal isreleased and ensures smooth driving. According to the condi
tions, the transmission
will automatically shift to a lower gear ratio to achieve stronger engine braking. This may help reduce your need to use the servicebrake.
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As an additional safety precaution, modelsequipped with a CVT have a shift-lock device that holds the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To move the selector leverfrom the “P” (PARK) position to another position, follow the steps below. 1. Press and hold the brake pedal down.
2. Move the selector lever to the desired position.
The CVT has 2 forward selector positions and 1 reverse selector position. The CVT selects an optimum ratio automati- cally when the selector lever is in the “D”(DRIVE) or “L” (LOW) position, depending on the speed of the vehicle and the position of the accelerator pedal.The selector lever has 5 positions.
DRIVING UPHILL

DRIVING DOWNHILL

Selector lever operation

NOTE
 The selector lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to another position if the ignition switch is at the “LOCK” or “ACC” position,or the key has been removed, or if the brake pedal is not pressed and held down.
Except for vehicles with manual gate

With the brake pedal depressed, set the selector lever in the gate to operate. Set the selector lever in the gate to operate.
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
5-70 Features and controls
5
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If the CVT does not shift while driving, or your vehicle does not pick up enough speed when starting on an uphill slope, there may be something unusual happening in the transmis-sion, causing a safety device to activate. Have your vehicle checked at an authorized Mit- subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility ofyour choice as soon as possible. 1. If your vehicle has difficulty moving uphill, shift the selector lever into “L” (LOW) position (except for vehicles withsport mode) or 2nd shift range of the sports mode. This method might not work dependingon the type of transmission malfunction.
2. Once the vehicle is moving on a level road, move the selector lever back to “D” (DRIVE) position.
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The Twin Clutch SST is a transmission that,through integrated control of the engine and transmission, is able to achieve both thesmooth shifting of an automatic transaxle and the acceleration and fuel economy close to a manual transaxle. In addition, the controlmode can be selected from two types to suit the driving conditions. Together with manual shifting, the transmis-sion is capable of responding to a variety of driving circumstances. Twin Clutch SST control mode
 P.5-75
Manual shift
 P.5-76
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As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a Twin Clutch SST have ashift-lock device that holds the gearshift lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To move the gearshift lever from the “P” (PARK) positionto another position, follow the steps below. 1. Press and hold the brake pedal down. 2. Move the gearshift lever to the desired position.
The Twin Clutch SST has 6 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The individual gears are selected automati-cally, depending on the position of the gear- shift lever, the speed of the vehicle and the position of the accelerator pedal.The gearshift lever (A) has 2 gates; the main shift gate (B) and the manual shift gate (C).
NOTE
 On a slope, be sure to apply the parking brake before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If you move the selec- tor lever to the “P” (PARK) position before applying the parking brake, it may be diffi-cult to disengage the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position when next you drive the vehicle, requiring application of a strongforce to the selector lever to move from the “P” (PARK) position.
When the CVT makes no speed change

NOTE
 When the warning display or the warning display appears on the information screen in the multi-information display, therecould be a malfunction in the CVT. Refer to “Continuously variable transmission (CVT): Warning display” on page 5-65.
Twin Clutch SST (Spor- tronic Shift Transmission)
(if
so equipped)
Gearshift lever operation

NOTE
 The gearshift lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to another position if the igni-tion switch is at the “LOCK” or “ACC” posi- tion, or the key has been removed, or if the brake pedal is not pressed and held down.
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
5-74 Features and controls
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If this occurs, perform the following proce- dure. 1. Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. 2. Restart the engine. If the warning display goes out, there is no abnormal condition. However, if the warning display remains on or comes on frequently, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
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This position locks the transmission to pre- vent the vehicle from moving. The engine canbe started from the “PARK” position.
Move the lever to this position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. At this position, the transmission is disen- gaged. It is the same as the neutral position ona manual transaxle and should be used when the vehicle is not moving for an extended length of time during driving, such as in atraffic jam.
This position is used for most city and high- way driving. Engine shifting and braking are done automatically as needed, depending on road conditions.
CAUTION When warning display is shown, your vehicle may not accelerate normally, even if the accelerator pedal is depressed. Use cau-tion when necessary to drive the vehicle.
Gearshift lever positions (Main shift gate)

“P” PARK

“R” REVERSE

CAUTION Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while
the vehicle is in
motion. If the lever is shifted into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion, the transmissionmay be damaged.
“N” NEUTRAL

WA R N I N G Never move the gearshift lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving since you could accidentally slip it into the “P”(PARK) or “R”(REVERSE) position and the engine speed could rise, damaging the transmission.
 To prevent the vehicle from rolling when stopped on a slope, the engine should be started in the “P” (PARK) position. Although the engine can be started when the vehicle is in the “N” (NEUTRAL) posi-tion, for safety reasons, do not start the engine in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. Always keep your foot on the brake pedal when the vehicle is in “N” (NEUTRAL) position, or when shifting into or out of“N” (NEUTRAL) position, to prevent roll- ing.
“D” DRIVE

CAUTION Never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion. If the lever is shifted into the “D” (DRIVE) from the “R” (REVERSE) position while thevehicle is in motion, the transmission may be damaged.WA R N I N G
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
5-76 Features and controls
5
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When the ignition switch is set to the “ON” position, operate the Twin Clutch SST control mode switch (A) to change the control mode. When the engine is started, the control mode is automatically set to the “NORMAL” mode. Use the following procedures to change the control mode. While the vehicle is stopped or being driven, push the Twin Clutch SST control modeswitch forward.
While the vehicle is stopped or being driven, push the Twin Clutch SST control mode switch rearward.
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When the ignition switch is set to the “ON”position, the currently selected control modeis displayed on the multi-information display.
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Using the gearshift lever (A) or the sportronicsteering wheel shifters (B), shifting can beperformed manually.
Twin Clutch SST control mode switch

To shift from “NORMAL” mode to “SPORT” mode
To shift from “SPORT” mode to “NOR- MAL” mode
NOTE
 If the Twin Clutch SST control mode switch is continuously pressed after a control modehas been selected, an erroneous operation prevention function operates and the control mode is automatically set to the “NORMAL”mode. If you would like to select a control mode again, return the ignition switch to the“ACC” or “LOCK” position and restart the engine. Then, push the Twin Clutch SST control mode switch.
Twin Clutch SST control mode display

Manual shift

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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped) Features and controls 5-77
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Shifting can be performed even while the accelerator pedal is depressed. This allows the driver to enjoy sporty driving, such as quick cornering, by nimbly down-shifting to reduce vehicle speed just before entering a curve.
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While the vehicle is stopped or being driven,move the gearshift lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position in the main shift gatetoward the driver’s seat to select manual shifting.
Each time the gearshift lever is pulled rear- ward, the transmission shifts up 1 gear. In addition, each time the gearshift lever ispushed forward, the transmission shifts down 1 gear.
CAUTION When manually shifting while the vehicle is being driven, select the correct shift position to control the engine speed so that the tachometer indicator does not enter the redzone. Sudden engine braking and rapid accelera- tion can cause the vehicle to skid. Shift down according to road conditions and vehicle speed. If both the left and right sportronic steering wheel shifters are operated at the same time,the transmission may not change gears.NOTE
 Only the forward gears 1 to 6 can be selected. To reverse or park, place the gearshift lever in the “R” (REVERSE) or “P” (PARK) posi-tion.  During manual shifting, downshifting will be performed automatically when the vehicle slows down and the transmission will down- shift to 1st gear before the vehicle stops.
 If the gearshift lever or sportronic steering wheel shifters are operated repeatedly, the transmission will also shift repeatedly.  In order to ensure driving performance, upshifting may not occur depending on the vehicle speed even if the gearshift lever or sportronic steering wheel shifters are oper-ated. In addition, in order to prevent exces- sive engine speed, the buzzer sounds and downshifting may not occur depending onthe vehicle speed even if the gearshift lever or sportronic steering wheel shifters are operated.  When driving in an aggressive manner involving high engine rpm, sudden accelera-tion and/or deceleration, the Twin Clutch SST could take longer to shift due to higher fluid temperatures.
Shifting using the gearshift lever

Selecting manual shifting
NOTE
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SHIFT DOWN
SHIFT UP
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
5-78 Features and controls
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Move the gearshift lever toward the front pas- senger’s seat to return to automated shifting.
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While the vehicle is stopped or being drivenwith the gearshift lever in the “D” (DRIVE) position, manual shifting can be selected by pulling one of the sportronic steering wheelshifters toward you. Each time the + (SHIFT UP) sportronic steer- ing wheel shifter is pulled, the transmissionshifts up 1 gear.
Each time the - (SHIFT DOWN) sportronic steering wheel shifter is pulled, the transmis- sion shifts down 1 gear.
NOTE
 After manual shifting is selected using the gearshift lever, shifting up and down can also be performed using the sportronic steering wheel shifters.
Returning to “D” range operation
NOTE
 When the gearshift lever is moved to the “D” (DRIVE) position from the manual shift gate, it may automatically select a gear dif-ferent from the gear selected during manual shifting depending on ve
hicle speed or driv-
ing conditions.
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Shifting using the sportronic steer- ing wheel shifters

Selecting manual shifting Shifting up- (SHIFT DOWN)
+ (SHIFT UP)
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped) Features and controls 5-79
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When the gearshift lever is in the “D” (DRIVE) position, pull the + (SHIFT UP)sportronic steering wheel shifter toward youfor 2 seconds or more to return to “D” range operation.
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In manual shift, the currently selected gear isdisplayed on the multi-information display.
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NOTE
 After manual shifting is selected using the sportronic steering wheel
shifters, shifting up
and down can also be
performed using the
gearshift lever.
Returning to “D” range operation
NOTE
 If manual shifting is selected using the spor- tronic steering wheel shifters when the gear- shift lever is in the “D” (DRIVE) position,the transmission will automatically return to “D” range operation before the vehicle stops.
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 When the transmission returns to “D” range operation from manual shifting, it may auto- matically shift up or down from the gear selected using manual shifting depending on the vehicle speed or driving conditions.  If manual shifting is selected using the spor- tronic steering wheel shifters, “D” rangeoperation will again be selected by moving the gearshift lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position toward the driver’s seat, then returnit toward the front passenger’s seat.
Manual shift display

NOTE
through
Operation of the Twin Clutch SST
CAUTION Before selecting a position with the engine running and the vehicle stationary, fullydepress the brake pedal to prevent the vehi- cle from creeping. Do not release the brakes until you are readyto drive away. The vehicle will begin to move as soon as the Twin Clutch SST is engaged. Depress the brake pedal with the right foot. Using the left foot could cause driver move-ment delay in case of an emergency. To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the engine at high rpms when shifting from the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) posi- tion. Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot is resting on the brake pedal willaffect braking efficiency, may cause prema- ture wear of brake pads and may cause engine damage. Use the gearshift lever in the correct shift position in accordance with driving condi- tions. Never coast downhill backward in the driv-ing shift position { “D” (DRIVE) or manual shifting} or coast forward in the “R” (REVERSE) position.Engine stopping and increased brake pedal and steering effort could lead to an accident.
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Twin Clutch SST (Sportronic Shif
t Transmission) (if so equipped)
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To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) position (when passing another vehicle) pushthe accelerator to the floor if it is safe to do so in traffic conditions. The Twin Clutch SST will automatically downshift.
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The Twin Clutch SST may not upshift to a higher shift position if the computer deter- mines the current speed cannot be maintainedonce a higher shift position is engaged. For smoother vehicle performance, if you release the throttle while climbing a steepgrade, the Twin Clutch SST may not upshift.This is normal, as the computer is temporarily preventing shifting. After reaching the top of the hill, normal shift function will resume.
When traveling down steep grades, the com- puter may automatically select a lower shift position. This function assists engine brakingefforts, reducing the need for using the ser- vice brakes.
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For short waiting periods, such as at trafficlights, the vehicle can be left in gearshift
 Do not rev the engine with the brake pedal pressed when the vehicle is stationary. This can cause sudden acceleration and dam- age the Twin Clutch SST. Also, when you depress the accelerator pedalwhile holding down the brake pedal with the gearshift lever in the “D” (DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions may not rise as highas when performing the same operation with the gearshift lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Passing acceleration

NOTE
 In manual shift, downshifts do not take place when the accelerator is depressed all the way to the floor.CAUTION
Uphill/downhill driving

DRIVING UPHILL
CAUTION Do not use the tendency of the vehicle to creep forward in order to drive at low speeds up hills.The transmission may be damaged and an accident may occur due to the following con- ditions.• The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperaturewill rise and can cause transmission dam-age.
• If the vehicle is continuously driven at low speeds using the tendency of the vehicle to creep forward, the vehicle will vibrate or the warning display will appear on the information screen in the multi-information display to alert the driver that the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature has risen.After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature rises even higher, the transmis- sion protection control will operate.If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as if the gearshift lever was in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and cause an accident. If the warning display appears or the transmission protection control operates, refer to “When warning display is showing” on page 5-73.
DRIVING DOWNHILLWa i t i n g

CAUTION
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