engine MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2015 6.G User Guide

If this problem occurs...
Quick index 2-7
2
The vehicle is
stuck in sand,
mud or snow
Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P. 8-18
WA R N I N G When attempting to rock your vehicle out of
a stuck position, be sure that
no one is near the vehicl
e. The rocking motion may c
ause the vehicle to
suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders. Avoid revving the engine or spin
ning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a st
uck vehicle may result in
overheating and transa
xle failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.
Problem
Do this
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The brakes are not functioning properly after crossing a puddle or stream.
Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while
lightly pressing the brake pedal. P. 6-5
The continuously variable trans- mission (CVT) makes no shift change when accelerating. The initial movement of the vehicle is slow when the vehicle starts moving.(for vehicles with CVT)
There may be a problem in the CVT. Have the vehicle inspected by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice.
P. 5-42
A tire is punctured.
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level. 2. If your vehicles equipped with th
e tire repair kit, repair the flat tire with tire repair kit.
If your vehicles equipped with the spare tire, replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
P. 8-6, P. 8 - 1 1
Problem
Do this
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Fuel selection 3-2 General information
3
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Your vehicle is designe
d to use unleaded gas-
oline only. It is equipped with a fuel tank filler pipe specifically
designed to accept only
a small diameter unlea
ded gasoline dispens-
ing nozzle. In the United States, fuel suppliers are required by law to add detergents to their gas-
oline to minimize fuel-injector clogging and minimize intake-valve
deposits. Detergent
gasoline helps keep your engine in tune and your emission-control system working prop- erly. Your vehicle is de
signed to operate on
unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 87 [(MON+RON)/2] or 91 RON. Gasoline sold at some
service stations con-
tains oxygenates such as ethanol, although the oxygenates may not be
identified by those
names. Oxygenates
are required in some
areas of the country. Such fuel can be used in your vehicle. A mixture of up to 10 % ethanol (grain alco- hol) and 90 % unleaded
gasoline may be used
in your vehicle, provided the octane number is at least as high as that recommended for unleaded gasoline.
Do not operate your vehicle on gasoline con- taining methanol (wood alcohol). Using this type of alcohol could adversely affect thevehicle’s performance
and damage critical
parts of the vehicl
e’s fuel system.
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning fuel referred to as “Reformu-lated Gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline
contains oxygenates
and is specially ble
nded to reduce vehicle
emissions and improve air quality. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation strongly sup- ports the use of reformulated gasoline. Prop-erly blended reformul
ated gasoline has no
adverse effect on vehicle performance or the durability of the engine and fuel system. MMT is a manganese-
containing metallic
additive that is ble
nded into some gasolines
to increase the octane number. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation recommends using gaso-lines without MMT.
Fuel selection
WA R N I N G Gasoline is highly flammable and explo- sive. You could be burned, seriously injured or killed when handling it. When-ever you refuel your
vehicle, stop the
engine and keep fl
ames, sparks, and
smoking materials away from the vehicle.Always handle fuel in well-ventilated out- door areas.CAUTION Using leaded gasoline
in your vehicle will
damage the engine, ca
talytic converter, and
the oxygen sensors. Also, using leaded gaso- line is illegal, and
will void your warranty
coverage of the engine
, catalytic converter,
and oxygen sensors.
Gasoline detergent additives
Octane requirement Oxygenated gasoline Ethanol (Gasohol)
Methanol Reformulated gasoline MMT (methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl)
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Filling the fuel tank
General information 3-3
3
Use of gasolines blended with MMT may adversely affect performance, and cause themalfunction indicator on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your
choice for assistance.
Your vehicle may have
been designed to sat-
isfy California’s low-emission regulations based on clean-burning low-sulfur gasoline.Gasoline sold in parts of the country other than California is allowed to have a higher sulfur content. Using such gasoline couldadversely affect the ve
hicle’s catalytic con-
verter and cause the e
ngine malfunction indi-
cator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or“Check engine light”) to come on. Illumina- tion of this indicator while using high-sulfur gasoline does not necessarily mean the vehi-cle’s emission-control system is malfunction- ing. Your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer may suggest usi
ng a different, lower-
sulfur brand of unleaded gasoline to deter- mine if the problem
is fuel-related.
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Sulfur in gasoline
NOTE
Poor-quality gasoline
can cause problems
such as hard starting, stalling during idling,abnormal engine noise
, and poor accelera-
tion. If you experience any of these prob- lems, try using a differ
ent brand of gasoline.
If the engine malfunc
tion indicator (“SER-
VICE ENGINE SOON”
or “Check engine
light”) flashes, have
the vehicle inspected as
soon as possible by the nearest authorizedMitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice.  Repeatedly driving short distances at low speeds can cause deposits to form in the fuel system and engine, resulting in hard startingand poor acceleration.
If these problems
occur, you are advised to add a detergent additive to the gasoline when you refuel thevehicle. The additive
will remove the depos-
its, thereby returning the engine to a normal condition. Be sure to use a MitsubishiMotors Genuine cleani
ng additive. Using an
unsuitable additive c
ould make an engine
malfunction. For details,
please contact the
nearest authorized Mits
ubishi Motors dealer.
Filling the fuel tank
WA R N I N GWhen handling fuel, comply with the safety regulations displayed by garages and filling stations.
 Gasoline is highly flammable and explo- sive. You could be burned, seriouslyinjured or killed when handling it. Whenrefueling your vehicle,
always turn the
engine off and keep
away from flames,
sparks, and smoking materials. Alwayshandle fuel in well-ventilated outdoor areas. Before removing the fuel tank filler cap, be sure to get rid of your body’s static electricity by touching a metal part of thecar or fuel pump. Any
static electricity on
your body could create a spark that ignites fuel vapor. Perform the whole
refueling process
(opening the fuel tank filler door, remov-ing the fuel tank filler cap, etc.) by your- self; do not let any other person near the fuel tank filler. If you allowed a person tohelp you and that person was carrying static electricity,
fuel vapor could be
ignited. Do not move away from the fuel tank filler until refueling is fi
nished. If you moved
away and did something
else (for example,
sitting on a seat) part-way through the refueling process, you could pick up afresh charge of st
atic electricity.
Be careful not to inhale fuel vapor. Fuel contains toxic substances. Keep the doors and wi
ndows closed while
refueling the vehicle. If they were open, fuel vapor could get into the cabin.WA R N I N G
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Filling the fuel tank 3-4 General information
3
9.2 gal (35 L) 1. Before filling with
fuel, stop the engine.
2. The fuel tank filler is located on the reardriver side of your vehicle. The fuel tank filler door can be opened from inside the vehicle with the fuel tank filler door releas
e lever located at the left
side of the driver’s seat. 3. Open the fuel tank filler pipe by slowly turning the fuel tank filler cap counter- clockwise.
4. While filling with fuel, hang the fuel tank filler cap cord on the hook located on theinside surface of the fuel tank filler door.
5. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on correct handling of the fuel filler noz- zle. Do not tilt the nozzle. Insert the noz- zle in the fuel tank filler port as far as itgoes. 6. When the nozzle stops automatically, do not add more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity Refueling
1- Remove 2- Close
WA R N I N G Since the fuel system may be under pres- sure, remove the fuel tank filler capslowly. This relieves
any pressure or vac-
uum that might have built up in the fuel tank. If the fuel tank filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear
a hissing sound, wait
until the sound stops before removing the fuel tank filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, injuring you or others.CAUTION Your vehicle can onl
y be operated using
unleaded gasoline. Seri
ous engine and cata-
lytic converter
damage will result if leaded
gasoline is filled into these vehicles, and consequently, this must
never be attempted.
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Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
General information 3-5
3
7. To close, turn the fuel tank filler cap slowly clockwise un
til you hear clicking
sounds, then gently push the fuel tankfiller door closed.
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This vehicle should not be modified withnon-Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts. Mitsubishi Motors designs and manufactures high quality vehicles
with an emphasis on
safety and durability.
Modifications using
non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts may affect the performance, safety and/or durabil-ity of your vehicle,
and may violate applica-
ble state and/or fe
deral regulations.
DAMAGE OR PERFORMANCE PROB- LEMS RESULTING FROM MODIFICA-TIONS TO OR RACING OF YOUR
VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. Examples of modifications to your vehicle that can cause damage or performance prob- lems include the following:  Failure to use Mits
ubishi Motors genuine
parts Failure to use required fuel and fluids  Failure to use proper
size tires and wheels
 Modification of the fu
el, intake, exhaust,
emission, suspension,
engine, drive train
or electrical wiring systems Modification of any onboard com- puter/control module, including repro- gramming, or replac
ing/adding chips to
any onboard computer/control module
Review the Warranty
and Maintenance Man-
ual for further details
regarding warranty cov-
erage.
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CAUTION To avoid fuel spillage
and overfilling, do not
“top-off” the fuel tank. Spilled fuel coulddiscolor, stain, or cr
ack the vehicle’s paint-
work. If fuel spills on the paintwork, wipe it off with a soft cloth.WA R N I N G Make sure the fuel tank filler cap is securely closed. If the fuel tank filler cap were loose, fuel coul
d leak, resulting in a
fire.CAUTION If you need to replace the fuel tank filler cap, use only the fuel tank filler cap specified for your model vehicle.
NOTE
 If the fuel tank filler cap is not tight while driving, the engine
malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Checkengine light”) may come on when the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system performs a self check.Always tighten the fu
el tank filler cap until
you hear at least 3 clicks. The indicator will go of
f after several driving
cycles. If the indicato
r does not go off, con-
tact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair faci
lity of your choice as
soon as possible.
Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
Installation of accessories
CAUTION Before any electrical or electronic accesso- ries are installed,
consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
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5
Features and controlsBreak-in recommendations ..............................................................5-2 Keys .................................................................................................5-2 Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) ........................5-3Keyless entry system (if so equipped) ..............................................5-6 Free-hand Advanced Security
Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
(if so equipped) ............................................................................5-9Door locks ......................................................................................5-24 Power door locks ......
...........
...........
...........
...........
...........
.........
.....5-26
Child safety locks for rear door ..........
...........
.........
.........
.........
.....5-27
Liftgate ...........................................................................................5-27 Manual window control (if so equipped)........................................5-28 Power window control ...................................................................5-29Parking brake .................................................................................5-31 Steering wheel height adjustment ..................................................5-32 Inside rearview mirror ...................................................................5-32Outside rearview mirrors ...............................................................5-33 Ignition switch ...............................................................................5-35 Starting the engine .........................................................................5-36Manual transaxle (if so equipped) ..................................................5-38 Continuously variable transmission
(CVT) (if so equipped)..........5-39
Service brake .................................................................................5-44Hill start assist (if so equipped) ......................................................5-45 Brake assist system ........................................................................5-46 Anti-lock braking system ...............................................................5-46Electric power steering system (EPS) ............................................5-48 Active stability control (ASC) .......................................................5-49 Cruise control (if so equipped) .......................................................5-52Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped) ..........................5-56
Rear-view camera (if so equipped)................................................. 5-60 Instrument cluster .......................................................................... 5-62 Multi-information display ............................................................. 5-62Indicator and warning light package ............................................. 5-70 Indicators ....................................................................................... 5-71 Warning lights ................................................................................ 5-72Combination headlights and dimmer switch ................................. 5-74 Turn signal lever ............................................................................ 5-76 Hazard warning flasher switch ...................................................... 5-77Front fog light switch (if so equipped) .......................................... 5-77 Wiper and washer switch ............................................................... 5-78 Electric rear window defogger switch ....
...........
...........
...........
...... 5-80
Horn switch ................................................................................... 5-81 Link System (if so equipped) ......................................................... 5-81 Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped)....................................... 5-81
USB input terminal (if so
equipped) ....
...........
.........
........
........... 5-101
Sun visors .................................................................................... 5-105 12 V power outlets ....................................................................... 5-106Interior lights ............................................................................... 5-106 Storage spaces .............................................................................. 5-107 Cup holders .................................................................................. 5-108Bottle holders ............................................................................... 5-108 Rear shelf panel (if so equipped) .................................................. 5-109 Convenience hook ............
...........
...........
...........
...........
...........
.... 5-109
Assist grips .................................................................................. 5-110
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Break-in recommendations 5-2 Features and controls
5
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Advanced automobile manufacturing tech- niques permit you to operate your new vehi- cle without requiring
a long break-in period
of low-speed driving. However, you can add to the future perfor- mance and economy of your vehicle byobserving the followi
ng precautions during
the first 300 miles (500 km). Drive your vehicle at moderate speeds during the break-in period.  Avoid revving the engine.  Avoid rough driving such as sudden starts, sudden acceleration, prolonged high- speed driving and sudden braking. These would have a detrimen
tal effect on the
engine and also cause increased fuel and oil consumption, wh
ich could result in
malfunction of the engine components. Beparticularly careful to
avoid full accelera-
tion while in low shift position (low gears). Do not overload the ve
hicle. Stay within
the seating capacity. (Refer to “Cargo load precautions” on page 6-10.) Do not use this vehi
cle for trailer towing.
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Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key. Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.
Two F.A.S.T.-keys and two emergency keys are provided. Keep one F.A.S.T.-key and one emergency key in a safe place together as a set of sparekeys.
Break-in recommendations
Keys Type 1 1- Key for the electronic immobilizer2- Key number plateType 2
1- Key for the electr
onic immobi
lizer and
keyless entry system
2- Key number plateTy p e 3
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Electronic immobilizer (Ant
i-theft starting system)
Features and controls 5-3
5
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)] For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced Secu-rity Transmitter (F.A
.S.T.-key), refer to
“Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): Electr
onic immobilizer (Anti-
theft starting system)” on page 5-20. [Except for vehicles e
quipped with the Free-
hand Advanced Secu
rity Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key)]The electronic immobilizer is designed to sig- nificantly reduce the
possibility of vehicle
theft. The purpose of the system is to immo-bilize the vehicle if an invalid start is
1- F.A.S.T.-key
(with electronic immobilizer and key- less entry system function)
2- Emergency key3- Key number plate
NOTE
 The keyless entry key and F.A.S.T.-key are a precision electr
onic device wi
th a built-in
signal transmitter. Please observe the follow- ing in order to prevent damage. • Do not leave where it may be exposed to heat caused by direct sunlight, such as on top of the dashboard. • Do not take the remote
control transmitter
apart. • Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to strong impacts. • Keep the remote control transmitter dry. • Keep away from magne
tic objects such as
key rings.
• Keep away from devi
ces that produce mag-
netism, such as audio systems, computersand televisions. • Keep away from device
s that emit strong
electromagnetic waves, such as cellularphones, wireless devices and high fre- quency equipment (i
ncluding medical
devices). • Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners. • Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high temperature or high humid- ity.
 If you lose your key, to prevent the theft of the vehicle immediatel
y contact an autho-
rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If you notify an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer of the key number, they canmake a new key. The key number is stamped on the key number plate. Keep the key num- ber plate in a safe pl
ace separate from the
key itself.  No keys other than those registered in advance can be used to start the engine. Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)” on page 5-3.Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key): “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-thef
t starting system)” on
page 5-20.NOTE
 When the theft-alarm is in the system opera- tional status, the alarm operates if a door orliftgate is opened after using the key, thedoor lock knob or the power door lock switch to unlock the vehicle.  The system does not enter the preparation status if the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key was not used to lock the vehi-cle.
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)
NOTE
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Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) 5-4 Features and controls
5
attempted. A valid st
art attempt can only be
achieved (subject to ce
rtain conditions) using
a key “registered” to the immobilizer system. All of the keys provided with your new vehi- cle have been program
med to the vehicle’s
electronics.
Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle’s electronics can be used to start thevehicle. If you lose the key, you can order a key from your authorized Mitsubi
shi Motors dealer by
referring to the key number.To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the vehicle keys must be changed. Take your vehicle and all remaining keys toyour authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.
NOTE
 In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to recognize
the registered ID code
from the key. This mean
s the engine will not
start even when the key is turned to the “START” position. • When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or magnet
ic object (Type A)
• When the key grip contacts metal of another key (Type B) • When the key contacts
or is close to other
immobilizer keys (inc
luding keys of other
vehicles) (Type C)
 In cases like the above, move the offending object(s) away from the key and turn the key back to the “ACC” or
“OFF” position. Then
try to start the engine again. If the enginedoes not start, cont
act an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
NOTE
 The key may not operate
properly when it is
near an object or facility that emits strong electromagnetic waves.  Electronic immobilizer is not compatible with commercially available remote startingsystems. Use of commercially available remote starting systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security pro-tection.
 A system failure is suspected when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “START” posi-tion, and the engine does
not start. In such a
case, contact an au
thorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.CAUTION Do not make any altera
tions or additions to
the immobilizer system.
Alterations or addi-
tions could cause failure of the immobilizer.
Replacement keys
NOTE
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Free-hand Advanced Securi
ty Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-9
5
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 trans-mitter case.
8. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.
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The Free-hand Advanced Security Transmit-ter (F.A.S.T.-key) enables the doors and theliftgate to be locked and unlocked, the engine to be started and the operation mode to be changed simply by carrying it.The F.A.S.T.-key can also be used as the remote control transmitter of the keyless entry system.Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key): Keyless entry
system” on page 5-21.
+ side - side Coin type battery CR1620
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 compo-nents.
Free-hand Advanced Secu- rity Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
(if so equipped)
The F.A.S.T.-key must be carried by the driver. The F.A.S.T.-key is required for vehicle operations su
ch as locking and
unlocking the doors and the liftgate,starting the engine, and changing the operation mode. When
leaving the vehi-
cle, make sure you are carrying theF.A.S.T.-key and then lock the vehicle.
WA R N I N G Individuals who use
implantable pace-
makers or implanta
ble cardiovascular-
defibrillators
should keep away from the
external and internal
transmitters. The
electromagnetic waves used in the F.A.S.T.-key may affect the operation of implantable pacemakers and implantablecardiovascular-defibrillators.
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