lock MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2014 6.G Owner's Guide

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The operations possible with the F.A.S.T.-key can be
modified as stated below. (Keyless entry operations are
possible.) For details, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
• Enabling only the locking and unlocking of the doors
and the liftgate
• Enabling only the starting of the engine
• Deactivating the F.A.S.T.-key
A- External transmitter
B- Internal transmitter
WA R N I N G
!
Individuals using other electro-medical apparatus
besides implantable pacemakers and implantable
cardiovascular-defibrillators should check with the
manufacturer of the apparatus to confirm the effect
of the electromagnetic waves used by the F.A.S.T.-
key. The electromagnetic waves may affect the oper-
ations of the electro-medical apparatus.
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NOTE
The F.A.S.T.-key uses weak electromagnetic waves.
In cases such as the following, operation may be improper
or unstable.
• The vehicle is near a facility that emits strong electro-
magnetic waves, such as a TV transmitting tower, a
power station, a radio station or an airport
• The key is carried together with other communication
devices such as cellular phones or radios, or electrical
appliances such as computers
• The F.A.S.T.-key touches or is covered by a metal object
• A keyless entry system is being used nearby
• The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
• The vehicle is in a location with strong electromagnetic
waves or noise
Use the emergency key in such circumstances.
Refer to “To operate without using the F.A.S.T.-key” on
page 3-27.

The F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception oper-
ations in its communication with the vehicle. This means
that the battery is always running down, regardless of how
often the F.A.S.T.-key is used. The battery life is about 1
to 3 years, depending on the usage conditions.

Since the F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception
operations, the reception of strong electromagnetic waves
can accelerate the running down of the battery. Do not
place near to electrical appliances such as televisions or
computers.
Operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
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When a person enters the operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
while carrying the F.A.S.T.-key and presses the driver’s door
lock/unlock switch the liftgate switch, verification of the ID
code is performed.
The doors and the liftgate can only be locked and unlocked, the
engine can only be started and the operation mode can only be
changed when the ID codes of the vehicle and F.A.S.T.-key
match.NOTE
When the battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down or
there are strong electromagnetic waves or noise in the
area, the operating range could decrease or operations
could become unstable.
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Operating range for locking and unlocking the doors
and the liftgateThe operating range is within about 2.3 feet (70 cm) of the
driver’s door lock/unlock switch and the liftgate switch.
NOTE
Only the doors and the liftgate that detect the F.A.S.T.-key
can be locked and unlocked.

The system may not operate if the F.A.S.T.-key is too
close to the windshield, door windows or liftgate.

Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is within about 2.3 feet (70 cm)
of the driver’s door switch or the tailgate switch, the sys-
tem may not operate if the key is close to the ground or in
a high position.

If the F.A.S.T.-key is within the operating range, even a
person not carrying the F.A.S.T.-key can lock and unlock
the doors or the liftgate by pressing the driver’s door
switch or the tailgate switch.
*: Front of the vehicle
:Operating range
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Operating range for starting the engine and changing
the operation mode
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The operating range is the interior of the vehicle.NOTE
Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is within the operating range, it
may not be possible to start the engine and change the
operation mode if the key is in a storage space such as the
glove compartment, on top of the instrument panel, or in
the door pocket or luggage compartment.

Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is inside the vehicle, it may not
be possible to start the engine and change the operation
mode if the key is too close to a door or door window.
To operate using the F.A.S.T.-key
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To l o c kWhile carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, press the driver’s door switch
(A), or the liftgate switch (B) within the operating range to lock
all the doors and the liftgate.
The turn signal lights will blink once and the buzzer will sound
once.
Also refer to “Doors locks”, “Power door locks” and “Liftgate”
on pages 3-35, 3-38 and 3-41 respectively.
*: Front of the vehicle
:Operating range
Driver’s door
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NOTE
In cases such as the following, the F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
• There is a F.A.S.T.-key in the passenger compartment
• A door or the liftgate is open or ajar
• The operation mode is not in OFF.

The time within which locking confirmation is possible
can be adjusted. See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer for details.
To unlockWhile carrying the F.A.S.T.-key within the operating range,
you can unlock the doors and the liftgate by using the F.A.S.T.-
key.
The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal
lights will blink twice and the buzzer will sound twice.
Also refer to “Door locks”, “Power door locks” and “Liftgate”
on pages 3-35, 3-38 and 3-41 respectively.
Press the driver’s door switch (A) to unlock only the driver’s
door.
Within about 2 seconds, press the driver’s door switch one
more time to unlock all the doors and the liftgate.
Liftgate
Driver’s switch
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NOTE
Settings can be changed so that all doors and the liftgate
are unlocked automatically by pressing the driver’s door
switch once.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
Press the liftgate switch (B) to unlock all the doors and the
liftgate.NOTE
If the doors and the liftgate are unlocked using the driver’s
door switch when all doors and the liftgate are locked and
no doors or the liftgate are opened within about 30 sec-
onds, the doors and the liftgate will automatically re-lock.

The amount of time after unlocking until the vehicle
relocks automatically can be adjusted. See an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
In cases such as the following, the F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
• A door or the liftgate is open or ajar
• The operation mode is not in OFF.

Functions settings can be modified as stated below.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
• Activating the operation confirmation function (blinking
of the turn signal lights) only during locking, or only
during unlocking.
• Deactivating the operation confirmation function (blink-
ing of the turn signal lights) and buzzer.
• Modifying the number of blinks in the operation confir-
mation function (blinking of the turn signal lights).
• Making the buzzer sound when the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment when all the
doors and the liftgate are closed.Liftgate switch
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If the following warnings show, the light goes off if the correct
action is taken.

The ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle cannot
be verified

A door or the liftgate cannot be locked even when the
driver’s door switch or the liftgate switch is pressed.
There is a problem in the F.A.S.T.-key
Put the operation mode in OFF and then start the
engine again.
If the warning is not cancelled, there is a fault in
the electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem).
Please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.
Someone may be carrying a F.A.S.T.-key with a
different ID code, or the F.A.S.T.-key may not be
within the operating range
Refer to “F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring sys-
tem” on page 3-23.
The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
Refer to “Key lock-in prevention system” on page
3-23.
Refer to “Door ajar prevention system” on page 3-
23.
Refer to “Operation mode OFF reminder system”
on page 3-24.
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F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system
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When the operation mode is in any mode other than OFF, and a
door is opened and the F.A.S.T.-key is removed from the pas-
senger compartment the ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and the
vehicle can no longer be verified. When the door is closed, the
warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds 4 times as a warn-
ing.NOTE
The F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system does not
function if the F.A.S.T.-key is removed through a window
without opening a door.
This setting can be changed.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.

The warning may display even if the F.A.S.T.-key is in the
operating range for starting the engine and changing the
operation mode. The surrounding environment or electro-
magnetic waves may make it impossible to verify the ID
codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and vehicle.
Key lock-in prevention system
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When the operation mode is in OFF, the F.A.S.T.-key is left in
the passenger compartment, all the doors and the liftgate are
closed, and someone tries to lock the vehicle by pressing the
driver’s door switch or the liftgate switch, the warning light
blinks and the buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds as a warning,
and the doors and the liftgate cannot be locked.Door ajar prevention system
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When the operation mode is in OFF, and someone tries to lock
the vehicle by pressing the driver’s door switch or the liftgate
switch while one of the doors or the liftgate is not fully closed,
the warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds for about 3 sec-
onds as a warning, and the doors and the liftgate cannot be
locked.
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Operation mode OFF reminder system
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When the operation mode is in any mode other than OFF, all
the doors and the liftgate are closed, and someone tries to lock
the vehicle by pressing the driver’s door switch or the liftgate
switch, the warning light blinks and the buzzer sounds for
about 3 seconds as a warning, and the doors and the liftgate
cannot be locked.Starting and stopping the engine
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Tips for starting
The operation mode can be in any mode to start the
engine.

The starter motor will be turning for up to approximately
15 seconds if the engine switch is released at once. Press-
ing the engine switch again while the starter motor is still
turning will stop the starter motor. The starter motor will
be turning for up to approximately 30 seconds while the
engine switch is pressed.
If the engine does not start, wait for a while and then
attempt to start the engine again. Trying repeatedly with
the starter motor still turning will damage the starter
mechanism.

If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 6-
2 for instructions.
A longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the low
coolant temperature indicator goes out.
Refer to “Low coolant temperature indicator” on page 3-
110.
Starting the engineYour vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system. This is a system that automatically controls
fuel injection. There is usually no need to depress the accelera-
tor pedal when starting the engine.
To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between 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.
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. Carbon monoxide gas, which is
odorless and extremely poisonous, could build up
and cause 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.
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3. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
4. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).
5. On vehicles equipped with manual transaxle, place the
gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles equipped with continuously variable trans-
mission (CVT), make sure the selector lever is in the “P”
(PARK) position.NOTE
On vehicles equipped with continuously variable trans-
mission (CVT), the engine can only be started when the
selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL)
position.
For safety reasons, the engine should be started when the
selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position in which the
driving wheels lock.
6. Press the engine switch.
7. Confirm that all warning lights and warning displays are
functioning properly.NOTE
Minor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.
When the engine is hard to start
After several attempts, you may experience that the engine still
does not start.
1. Make sure that all electric devices, such as lights, air con-
ditioning blower and rear window defogger, are turned
off.2. While depressing the brake pedal {continuously variable
transmission (CVT)} or the clutch pedal (manual
transaxle), press the accelerator pedal halfway and hold it
there, then crank the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal, immediately after the engine starts.
3. If the engine still will not start, the engine could be
flooded with too much gasoline. While depressing the
brake pedal (CVT) or the clutch pedal (manual transaxle),
push the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it
there, then press the engine switch to crank the engine. If
the engine does not start after 5 to 6 seconds, push the
engine switch to stop cranking the engine, and release the
accelerator pedal. Put the operation mode in OFF. Wait a
few seconds, and then press the engine switch to crank the
engine again while depressing the brake pedal (CVT) or
the clutch pedal (manual transaxle), but do not push the
accelerator pedal. If the engine fails to start, repeat these
procedures. If the engine still will not start, contact your
local Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice for assistance.
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