battery replacement MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2014 6.G Owners Manual

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3. Remove the remote control transmitter from the remote
control transmitter case. Then, open the remote control
transmitter using the method described in step 2.
4. Remove the old battery.5. Install a new battery with the + side (A) down.
6. Close the remote control transmitter firmly.
7. Place the remote control transmitter in the remote control
transmitter case, then securely close the remote control
transmitter case.
8. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.
NOTE
You may purchase a replacement battery at an electric
appliance store.

An authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer can replace the
battery for you if you prefer.
+ side
- side
Coin type battery CR1620
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Features and controls
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NOTE
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the F.A.S.T.-key
sends must match the one registered to the immobilizer
computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft
starting system)” on page 3-28)Changing the operation mode
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If you press the engine switch without pressing the brake pedal
{continuously variable transmission (CVT)} or the clutch
pedal (manual transaxle) while the vehicle is stationary, you
can change the operation mode in the order of OFF, ACC, ON,
OFF.
Warning activation
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With the F.A.S.T.-key, warnings are given through buzzers and
displayed symbols in order to prevent mistaken operations or
vehicle theft.
When a warning operates, be sure to check the vehicle and the
F.A.S.T.-key. A warning is also shown if there is a problem in
the F.A.S.T.-key.
If the following warning shows, contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
CAUTION
!
When the engine is not running, put the operation
mode in OFF. Leaving the operation mode in ON or
ACC for a long time when the engine is not running
may cause the battery to be discharged, making it
impossible to start the engine.
When the battery is disconnected, the current oper-
ation mode is memorized. After reconnecting the
battery, the memorized mode is selected automati-
cally. Before disconnecting the battery for repair or
replacement, make sure to put the operation mode
in OFF.
Be careful if you are not sure which operation mode
the vehicle is in when the battery is run down.
The operation mode cannot be changed from OFF to
ACC or ON if the F.A.S.T.-key is not detected to be
in the vehicle. Refer to “Operating range for start-
ing the engine and changing the operation mode” on
page 3-17.
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Features and controls
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Using the panic alarm
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If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you can acti-
vate the alarm to call attention as follows:
1. Press the PANIC button (3) for more than 1 second.
2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.
3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the remote con-
trol transmitter.NOTE
The indicator light (4) comes on each time a button is
pressed.

The F.A.S.T.-key can be used from about 40 feet (12 m)
away. However, this distance may change if your vehicle
is near a TV transmitting tower, a power station, or a radio
station.

If the following conditions are observed after pressing the
LOCK (1) or UNLOCK (2) button on the remote control
transmitter, the buttery in the F.A.S.T.-key may need to be
replaced.
• The doors and the liftgate cannot be locked or unlocked.
• The panic alarm cannot be operated.
• The indicator light (4) is dim or does not come on.

If you lose your F.A.S.T.-key, please contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer for a replacement.

If you wish to obtain an additional F.A.S.T.-key, please
contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. A maxi-
mum of four F.A.S.T.-key can be programmed for your
vehicle.
To use the new remote control transmitters, it is necessary
to register the key with the electronic immobilizer and
keyless entry system.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem): Customer F.A.S.T.-key programming” on page 3-
29.
General information
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Your F.A.S.T.-key operates on a radio frequency subject to
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules (For vehi-
cles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For vehicles
sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of this
device.Procedure for replacing the remote control trans-
mitter battery
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1. Before replacing the battery, remove static electricity from
your body by touching a metal grounded object.
WA R N I N G
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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3-34 Features and controls
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2. With the Mitsubishi mark facing you, insert the cloth-cov-
ered tip of a flat blade screwdriver into the notch in the
case and use it to open the case.NOTE
Be sure to perform the procedure with the Mitsubishi
mark facing you. If the Mitsubishi mark is not facing you
when you open the case, the transmitter may come out.
3. Remove the old battery.4. Install a new battery with the + side (A) up.
5. Close the case firmly.
6. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.
NOTE
You may purchase a replacement battery at an electric
appliance store.

An authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer can replace the
battery for you if you prefer.
CAUTION
!
When the remote control transmitter case is opened,
be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not
touch the internal components.
+ side
- side
Coin type battery
CR2032
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Vehicle care and maintenance
Service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 2
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 4
Engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 5
View of the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 7
Engine oil and oil filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 8
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 11
Air cleaner filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 13
Manual transaxle oil (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .7- 14
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
fluid (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 15
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 16
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 17
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 19
Clutch pedal free play (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . .7- 28
Brake pedal free play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 29
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 30
Emission-control system maintenance. . . . . . . . . .7- 31
General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 33
For cold and snowy weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7- 35Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 35
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 36
Replacement of light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 43
Vehicle care precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 55
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 56
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 7- 58
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