MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2014 6.G Owners Manual

Comfort controls
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Temperature control switch
N00737000324
Press or of the temperature control switch to the
desired temperature.
The selected temperature will be shown in the display (A).
NOTE
While the engine coolant temperature is low, the tempera-
ture of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the
engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with
the switch.
To prevent the windshield and windows from fogging up,
the vent mode will be changed to “ ” and the blower
speed will be reduced.

When the temperature is set to the highest or the lowest
setting under the AUTO operation, the air selection and
the air conditioning will be automatically changed as fol-
lows.
• Quick Heating (When the temperature is set to the high-
est setting)
Outside air will be introduced and the air conditioning
will stop.
If the air selection and the air conditioning are operated
manually after an automatic changeover, manual opera-
tion will be selected.
• Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set to the low-
est setting)
Inside air will be recirculated and the air conditioning
will operate.
The above indicates the factory settings. You can personalize
the air selection switch and air conditioning switch to match
your personal preferences.
Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.
Refer to “Personalizing the air conditioning switch (Changing
the function setting)” on page5-24.
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Refer to “Personalizing the air selection (Changing the func-
tion setting)” on page5-22.
MODE switch
N00737100208
To change the amount of air flowing from the vents, press the
MODE switch. Each time the MODE switch is pressed, the
mode changes to the next one in the following sequence: “ ”
→ “” → “” → “” → “ ”. The selected mode is
shown in the display (A). Refer to “Changing the mode selec-
tion” on page 5-3.
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Comfort controls
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Defogger switch
N00703400015
When this switch is pressed, the mode changes to the “ ”
mode. The indicator light (A) will come on. The selected mode
is shown in the display (B). Refer to “Changing the mode
selection” on page 5-3.NOTE
When the defogger switch is pressed, the air conditioning
system automatically operates and outside air (as opposed
to recirculated air) is selected.
Refer to “Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door win-
dows)” on page 5-26.
Air selection switch
N00737200368
Normally, use the outside air position to keep the windshield
and side windows clear and to quickly remove fog or frost
from the windshield.
To change the air selection, simply press the air selection
switch.
The selected position will be shown in the display (A).

Outside air: “ ” indicator is ON
Outside air is introduced into the passenger compartment.

Recirculated air: “ ” indicator is ON
Air is recirculated inside the passenger compartment.
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When the air conditioning turns on, the air selection is con-
trolled automatically. When the air conditioning turns off, the
air selection automatically goes back to the outside air position.
If high cooling performance is desired, or if the outside air is
dusty or contaminated in some way, use the recirculation posi-
tion. Switch to the outside air position every now and then to
keep the windows from fogging up.NOTE
If you press the AUTO switch to select automatic control
after manual operation, the air selection switch will also
be automatically controlled.
Personalizing the air selection (Changing the function
setting)
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You can change the following functions to match your prefer-
ence.

Enable automatic air control:
When the AUTO switch is pressed, the air selection
switch will also be automatically controlled.

Disable automatic air control:
Even when the AUTO switch is pressed, the air selection
switch will not be automatically controlled.

Changing the settings
Press the air selection switch for about 10 seconds or
longer.
When the setting has changed, the system will beep and
the “ ” indicator will flash.
• When the setting has changed from enabled to disabled,
the system will beep three times and the indicator will
flash three times.
• When the setting has changed from disabled to enabled,
the system will beep two times and the indicator will
flash three times.
CAUTION
!
Using recirculated air for a long time may cause the
windows to fog up.
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NOTE
The factory setting is “Enable automatic air control”.

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air selection will
automatically change to the outside air position, even if
the system is set to “Disable automatic air control”, in
order to prevent windows from fogging up.
Air conditioning switch
N00737300343
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will turn
on. The “ ” indicator will be shown in the display (A).
Push the switch again and the air conditioning compressor will
stop and the indicator goes off.
CAUTION
!
Using the air conditioning slightly increases the
engine idle speed. Therefore, make sure your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal when shifting the
transaxle into drive.
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Personalizing the air conditioning switch (Changing
the function setting)
N00759800090
You can change the following functions to match your prefer-
ence.

Enable automatic air conditioning control:
When the AUTO switch is pressed, or when the tempera-
ture control switch has been set to the minimum tempera-
ture, the air conditioning switch is automatically
controlled.

Disable automatic air conditioning control:
The air conditioning switch is not automatically con-
trolled, unless the air conditioning switch is used.

Changing the settings
Press the air conditioning switch for about 10 seconds or
longer.
When the setting has changed, the system will beep and
the “ ” indicator will flash.
• When the setting has changed from enabled to disabled,
the system will beep three times and the indicator will
flash three times.
• When the setting has changed from disabled to enabled,
the system will beep two times and the indicator will
flash three times.
NOTE
The factory setting is “Enable automatic air conditioning
control”.

When the defogger switch is pressed, the air conditioning
will run automatically, even if the system is set to “Dis-
able automatic air conditioning control”, in order to pre-
vent windows from fogging up.
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Comfort controls
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AUTO switch
N00703500016
When the AUTO switch is pressed, the mode selection, blower
speed adjustment, recirculated/outside air selection, tempera-
ture adjustment, and air conditioner ON/OFF status are all con-
trolled automatically.
The “AUTO” indicator will be shown in the display (A).
OFF switch
N00703600017
Push the switch to turn off the air conditioning system.
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Operating the air conditioning system (automatic
mode)
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In normal conditions, use the system in the AUTO mode and
follow these procedures:
1. Push the AUTO switch.
2. Set the temperature control switch to the desired tempera-
ture. The temperature can be set within a range of around
61 to 89 (Type 1) or 17 to 31 (Type 2).
The vents, recirculation/outside air, blower speed, temperature
adjustment and ON/OFF of air conditioning will be controlled
automatically.NOTE
Set the temperature at about 75 (Type 1) or 24 (Type 2)
under normal conditions.
Operating the air conditioning system (manual
mode)
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Blower speed and vent mode may be controlled manually by
setting the blower speed selection switch and the MODE
switch to the desired positions. To return to automatic opera-
tion, press the AUTO switch.Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows)
N00732400466
To remove frost or mist from the windshield and door win-
dows, use the MODE switch or defogger switch (“ ” or
“”).
CAUTION
!
For safety, make sure you have a clear view through
all the windows.
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For ordinary defrosting
Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear
of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or
snow).
1. Set the MODE switch to the “ ” position.
2. Set the air selection switch to the outside air position.
3. Select your desired blower speed by pressing the blower
speed selection switch.
4. Select your desired temperature by pressing the tempera-
ture control switch.
5. Push the air conditioning switch.For quick defrosting

1. Push the defogger switch to change to the “ ” position.
2. Set your blower to the maximum speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
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NOTE
While the mode selection is set “ ” position, the air con-
ditioning compressor will run automatically. The outside
air position will also be selected automatically.

If the mode selection is set “ ” position, you cannot turn
the air conditioning off or select the recirculation position.
This prevents the windows from fogging up.

To defog quickly, direct the air flow from the side vents
toward the door windows.

When defrosting, do not set the temperature to the maxi-
mum cool position. This will blow cool air on the window
glass and fog it up.
Important air conditioning operating tips
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1. Park the vehicle in the shade whenever possible. Parking
in the hot sun makes the vehicle interior extremely hot
which then requires more time to cool. If it is necessary to
park in the sun, open the windows for the first few min-
utes of air conditioning to expel the hot air.
2. Afterwards, keep the windows closed when the air condi-
tioning is in use. The entry of outside air through open
windows will reduce cooling efficiency.
3. When running the air conditioning, make sure the air
intake, which is located in front of the windshield, is free
of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air-
intake chamber may reduce air flow and plug the water
drains.Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubri-
cant recommendationsIf the air conditioning seems less effective than usual, the cause
might be a refrigerant leak.
Have the system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
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