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3Anti-lock braking system
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The anti-lock braking system helps prevent the wheels from
locking up when braking. This helps maintain vehicle drivabil-
ity and steering wheel handling.Driving hints
When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden braking), steer-
ing is slightly different from normal driving conditions.
Use the steering wheel carefully.

Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of
you. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the anti-lock
braking system, leave a greater braking distance when:
• Driving on gravel or snow-covered roads.
• Driving on uneven road surfaces.

Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted sit-
uations where brakes are applied suddenly. This system
may also prevent the wheels from locking when you drive
over manholes, steel roadwork plates, road markings, or
any uneven road surface.

When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel
the brake pedal vibrating and hear a unique sound. It may
also feel as if the pedal resists being pressed.
In this situation, simply hold the brake pedal down
firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in
reduced braking performance.
NOTE
You may feel the operating sound or vibration from under
the body when driving immediately after starting the
engine. This is a normal result the anti-lock braking sys-
tem makes when performing a self-check. It does not indi-
cate a problem.

The anti-lock braking system can be used after the vehicle
has reached a speed over approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
It stops working when the vehicle slows below 3 mph (5
km/h).
CAUTION
!
The anti-lock braking system cannot prevent acci-
dents. It is your responsibility to take safety precau-
tions and to drive carefully.
To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system,
be sure all 4 wheels and tires are the same size and
the same type.
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3 Electric power steering system (EPS)
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The power steering system operates while the engine is run-
ning. It helps reduce the effort needed to turn the steering
wheel.
The power steering system has mechanical steering capability
in case the power assist is lost. If the power assist is lost for
some reason, you will still be able to steer your vehicle, but
you will notice it takes much more effort to steer. If this hap-
pens, have your vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.NOTE
During repeated full-lock turning of the steering wheel
(for example, while you are manoeuvring the vehicle into
a parking space), a protection function may be activated to
prevent overheating of the power steering system. This
function will make the steering wheel gradually harder to
turn. In this event, limit your turning of the steering wheel
for a while. When the system has cooled down, the steer-
ing effort will return to normal.

If you turn the steering wheel while the vehicle is station-
ary with the headlights on, the headlights may become
dim. This behavior is not abnormal. The headlights will
return to their original brightness after a short while.
Electric power steering system warning lightIf there is a malfunction in the system, the warning light will
come on.
Under normal conditions, the warning lamp comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation
mode is put in ON, and goes off after the engine has started.
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 acci-
dent.
CAUTION
!
If the warning light appears while the engine is run-
ning, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice as soon as possible. It may become harder to
turn the steering wheel.
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Traction control function
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the
drive wheels from spinning excessive, thus helping the vehicle
to start moving from a stopped condition. It also provides suffi-
cient driving force and steering performance as the vehicle
turns while pressing the acceleration pedal.Skid control function
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver main-
tain control of the vehicle on slippery roads or during rapid
steering maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output
and the brake on each wheel.NOTE
The skid control function operates at speeds of about 9
mph (15 km/h) or higher.
ASC OFF switch
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The ASC is automatically activated when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in
ON. You can deactivate the system by pressing down the “ASC
OFF” switch for 3 seconds or longer.
When the ASC is deactivated, the indicator will turn on. To
reactivate the ASC, momentarily press the “ASC OFF” switch;
the indicator is turned off.
CAUTION
!
When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be
sure to install snow tires and drive the vehicle at
moderate speeds.
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a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates,
you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure tell-
tale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, includ-
ing the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop-
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac-
ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that
the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
If the warning light illuminates while driving
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1. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illu-
minates, avoid hard braking, sharp steering maneuvers
and high speeds. You should stop and adjust the tires to
the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible. Adjust
the spare tire at the same time. Refer to “Tires” on page 7-
19.NOTE
When inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, do not
apply excessive force to the valve stem to avoid breakage.

After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always
reinstall the valve cap on the valve stem.
Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the
valve, resulting in damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensor.

Do not use metal valve caps, which may cause a metal
reaction, resulting in corrosion and damage of the tire
inflation pressure sensors.

Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will
go off after a few minutes of driving.
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2. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
remains illuminated after you have been driving for about
20 minutes after you adjust the tire inflation pressure, one
or more of the tires may have a puncture. Inspect the tire
and if it has a puncture, have it repaired by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE
To avoid the risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors, have any punctured tire repaired by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If the tire repair is not done by
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, damage to the tire
inflation pressure sensor is not covered by your warranty.

Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.
Such a spray could damage the tire inflation pressure sen-
sors.
Have any puncture repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.

Using the tire repair kit may damage the tire inflation
pressure sensor. The vehicle must promptly be inspected
and repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
after using the tire repair kit.
The tire pressure monitoring system may not work normally in
the following circumstances:

A wireless facility or device using the same frequency is
near the vehicle.

Snow or ice is stuck inside the fenders and/or on the
wheels.

The tire inflation pressure sensor’s battery is dead.

Wheels other than Mitsubishi Genuine wheels are being
used.

Wheels that are not fitted with tire inflation pressure sen-
sors are being used.

Wheels whose ID codes are not memorized by the vehicle
are used.

Compact spare tire (if so equipped) is fitted on a road
wheel.

A window tint that affects the radio wave signals is
installed.
WA R N I N G
!
If the warning light illuminates while you are driv-
ing, avoid hard braking, sharp steering maneuvers
and high speeds.
Driving with an under-inflated tire adversely affects
vehicle performance and can result in an accident.
CAUTION
!
The warning light may not illuminate immediately
in the event of a tire blowout or rapid leak.
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3 Indicator and warning light package
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1- High beam indicator → P. 3 - 1 1 0
2- Electric power steering system warning light → P.3-75
3- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light (if so
equipped) → P.3-88
4- Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights → P. 3 - 1 1 0
5- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P. 3 - 1 1 0
6- Door-ajar warning light → P. 3 - 1 1 4
7- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P.2-44
8- High coolant temperature warning light (red) → P. 3 - 1 1 3
9- Low coolant temperature indicator (green) → P. 3 - 1 1 0
10- Oil pressure warning light → P. 3 - 1 1 3
11- Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”
or “Check engine light”) → P. 3 - 1 1 212- Charging system warning light → P. 3 - 1 1 3
13- Brake warning light → P.3-111
14- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-73
15- Multi-information display → P.3-98
16- Driver ’s seat belt reminder/warning light → P.2-18
17- Cruise control indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-81
18- Active stability control (ASC) indicator/warning light →
P.3-78, 3-79
19- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator/warning light
→ P.3-78, 3-79
20- ECO indicator → P. 3 - 1 1 0
21- For details, refer to “Warning activator” on page 3-21 (if so
equipped)
22- For details, refer to “Warning activator” on page 3-21 (if so
equipped)
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Headlight flasher
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You can flash the high beams by pulling the lever gently
toward you (2). The lights will go back to normal when you let
go. While the high beam is on, you will see a blue light on the
instrument panel.NOTE
You can flash the high beams by pulling the lever toward
you, even if the light switch is off.

If you turn the lights off with the head lights set to high-
beam illumination, the headlights are automatically
returned to their low-beam setting when the light switch is
next turned to the “ ” position.
Turn signal lever
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When changing lanes, or to making a gradual turn, hold the
lever in the “lane change” position (1). It will return to the neu-
tral position when you let go. Use the full position (2) when
making a normal turn. The lever will return to the neutral posi-
tion when the turn is complete. There may be times when the
lever does not return to the neutral position. This usually hap-
pens when the steering wheel is turned only slightly. You can
easily return the lever by hand.
Also, when you move the lever to (1) slightly then release it,
the turn signal lights and the indicator light in the instrument
cluster will flash three times.
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3 Horn switch
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To honk the horn, press around the “ ” mark on the steering
wheel.
Link System
(if so equipped)
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The Link System takes control of the devices connected via the
USB input terminal or the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface allowing
the connected devices to be operated by using the switches in
the vehicle or voice commands.
See the following section for details on how to operate.
Refer to “Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface” on page 3-128.
Refer to “USB input terminal” on page 3-153.
Refer to “To play tracks from USB device” on page 5-43.
Refer to “To play tracks from a Bluetooth
® device” on page 5-
56.
Bluetooth
® is a registered trademark of BLUETOOTH SIG,
INC.
Link System End User License Agreement
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You have acquired a device that includes software licensed by
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation from JOHNSON CONTROLS
Inc (the automotive experience business unit), and their subse-
quent 3rd party suppliers. For a complete list of these 3rd party
products and their end user license agreements, please go to the
following website.
http://www.jciblueconnect.com/faq/fulldisclosure.pdf
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For detail of the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface, refer to the fol-
lowing web site:
[For vehicles sold in U.S.A.]
You can refer to the MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH
AMERICA web site.
[For vehicles sold in Canada]
You can refer to the MITSUBISHI MOTORS web site.
Please read and agree to the “Warning about Links to the
Web Sites of Other Companies”. Links may connect to
websites other than MITSUBISHI MOTORS.
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 and microphone → P. 3 - 1 2 9
Voice recognition function → P. 3 - 1 3 1
Useful voice commands → P.3-132
Speaker enrollment function → P. 3 - 1 3 4
Connecting the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface and the Bluetooth
®
device→ P. 3 - 1 3 5
Operating a music player connected via Bluetooth
® → P. 3 - 1 4 0
How to make or receive hands-free calls → P.3-140
Phonebook function → P.3-144
Steering control switch and microphone
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1- Volume up button
2- Volume down button
3- SPEECH button
4- PICK-UP button
5- HANG-UP button
6- Microphone
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6. The voice guide will say “Calling ”
and then the system will dial the telephone number.NOTE
When the confirmation function is on, the system will
check if the name and location of the receiver are correct.
If the name is correct, answer “Yes.”
To change the name or location to call, answer “No.” The
system will return to Step 3.
Redialing
You can redial the last number called, based on the history of
dialed calls in the paired cellular phone.
Use the following procedure to redial.
1. Press the SPEECH button.
2. Say “Redial.”Send function
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During a call, press the SPEECH button to enter voice recogni-
tion mode, then say “ SEND” to generate DTMF
tones.
For example, if during a call you need to simulate the pressing
of a phone button as a response to an automated system, press
the SPEECH button and speak “1 2 3 4 pound send” and the
1234# will be sent via your cellular phone.
Receiving calls
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If an incoming phone call is received while the ignition switch
or the operation mode is in ON or ACC, the audio system will
be automatically turned on and switched to the incoming call,
even when the audio system was originally off.
The voice guide announcement for the incoming call will be
output from the front passenger’s seat speaker.
If the CD player or radio was playing when the incoming call
was received, the audio system will mute the sound from the
CD player or radio and output only the incoming call.
To receive the call, press the PICK-UP button on the steering
wheel control switch.
When the call is over, the audio system will return to its previ-
ous state.
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