fuel MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2015 6.G Owner's Manual

Multi-information display
Features and controls 5-67
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turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is changed to ON.When the remaining fuel level very runs low (no segments displayed), “ ” and the bar graph flash. If the warning display appears, refuel as soonas possible.
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Displays the approximate time until the next recommended periodic
inspection. “---” is
displayed when the inspection time hasarrived. 1. Shows the time until
the next periodic
inspection.
2. This informs you that a periodic inspec- tion is due. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facil-
ity of your choice to have the system checked. 3. After your vehicle
is inspected at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, it displays the time unt
il the next periodic
inspection.
NOTE
 On hills or curves, the display may be incor- rect due to the movement of fuel in the tank.CAUTION Running out of gas could damage the cata- lytic converter. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.
Service reminder
NOTE
 The service reminder time can be modified by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer,to adjust for severe usage, etc. Refer to “Severe maintenance sc
hedule” in your vehi-
cle’s Warranty and Ma
intenance Manual. For
further information,
please contact your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.Distance Month
NOTE
 Shows the distance in units of 100 miles (100 km) and the time in units of 1 month.NOTE
 When the next periodic inspection is approaching, the spanne
r mark will be dis-
played whenever the ignition switch is turned from the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position or when
the operation mode is
changed from OFF to ON. The spanner mark will
continuously be dis-
played, even on non-service reminder dis-plays (odometer, trip meter, etc.), until the service reminder is reset. When the service reminder resets, the span-ner mark will not be
displayed until the next
periodic inspection.
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The “---” display can be reset while the igni- tion switch or the opera
tion mode is in OFF.
1. When you lightly press the multi-informa- tion display switch a few times, the infor-mation display switches to the service reminder display. 2. Press and hold the multi-information dis- play switch for about 1 second or more tomake the spanner mark start flashing. (If there is no operation for about 10 seconds with flashing, the displa
y will revert to its
original indication.)
3. With this indicator
flashing, if you lightly
press the multi-information meter switch,the display switches from “---” to “cLEAr”. After that, the time until the next periodic inspection is shown.
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When the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON, the
fuel consumption unit,
displayed in the multi-information display,and the average fuel
consumption reset mode
can be modified as desired.
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You can change the mode condition for theaverage fuel consumpt
ion display to “Auto
reset” or “Manual reset”.
To r e s e t
CAUTION The customer is responsible for making sure that regular inspections and maintenance and periodic inspections
and maintenance are
performed.Inspections and mainte
nance must be per-
formed to prevent accidents and malfunc- tions.NOTE
 The “---” display cannot
be reset while the
ignition switch or the operation mode is inON.
 When “---” is displayed, after a certain dis- tance and a certain pe
riod of time, the dis-
play is reset and th
e time until the next
periodic inspection is displayed.  If you accidentally reset
the display, consult
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
Changing the function settings
CAUTION The driver should not operate the display while the vehicle is in motion. When operating the system, stop the vehicle in a safe area.
Changing the reset mode for aver- age fuel consumption
NOTE
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Features and controls 5-69
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1. When you lightly press the multi-informa- tion display switch a few times, the infor-mation display switches to the driving range display. Refer to “Information display” on page5-63. 2. Each time you press the multi-information display switch for 1 second or more ondriving range disp
lay, you can switch
reset mode for average fuel consumption. (A: Auto reset mode, B: Manual reset mode)  When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if you hold down themulti-information display switch, these calculations will be reset to zero.  When the following operation is per- formed, the mode setting changes auto- matically from manual to auto.
[Except for vehicles
equipped with the
F. A . S . T. - k e y ]Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” posi- tion from the “ACC” or “OFF” position. [For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key]Change the operation mode to ON from ACC or OFF.  When the average fuel consumption is being displayed, if you hold down the multi-information display switch, these calculations will
be reset to zero.
 When the engine switch or the operation mode is in the following conditions, the average fuel consumption display willautomatically reset. [Except for vehicles
equipped with the
F. A . S . T. - k e y ] The ignition switch has been set to the“ACC” or “OFF” position for about 4 hours or more. [For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key]The operation mode has been set to ACC or OFF for about 4 hours or more.
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The fuel consumpti
on display unit can be
changed. The distance and amount units are also switched to match the selected fuel con-sumption unit. 1. When you lightly press the multi-informa- tion display switch a few times, the infor- mation display switches to the averagefuel consumption display. Refer to “Information display” on page 5-63.2. Press and hold the mu
lti-information dis-
play switch for about 5 seconds or more until buzzer sound is heard twice.
Manual reset mode
Auto reset mode Manual reset mode
Auto reset mode
NOTE
 The average fuel cons
umption display can be
reset separately for the auto reset mode andfor the manual reset mode.  Disconnecting the batter
y cable wi
ll erase
from memory the manual reset mode or autoreset mode setting for the average fuel con- sumption display.  The initial (default) setting is “Auto reset mode”.
Changing the fuel consumption display unit
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3. Press and hold the multi-information dis- play switch to swit
ch in sequence from
“km/L”
 “L/100 km”
 “mpg”

“km/L”.
The distance units is also changed in the fol- lowing combinations to match the selectedfuel consumption unit.
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NOTE
 The display units for the driving range, the average fuel consumption are changed, butthe units for the indica
ting needle (speedom-
eter), the odometer, the trip odometer and the service reminder will
remain unchanged.
 If the battery is disconnected, the memory of the unit setting is erased and it returns auto- matically to factory setting.
Fuel consumption
Distance
(driving range)
km/L km L/100 km km mpg mile (s)
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Indicators
Features and controls 5-71
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The arrows will flash in time with the corre- sponding exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is used. Both arrows will flash when the hazard warn- ing flasher swit
ch is pressed.
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A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.
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This indicator comes on while the front foglights are on.
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This indicator comes on in green while the coolant temperature is low.
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This indicator comes on while fuel-efficient driving is achieved.
1- High beam indicator
 P. 5 - 7 1
2- Electric power stee
ring system warning
light
 P. 5 - 4 8
3- Tire pressure moni
toring system warn-
ing light (if so equipped)
 P.5-57
4- Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning
lights
 P.5-71
5- Front fog light indicator (if so
equipped)
 P.5-71
6- Door-ajar warning light
 P.5-74
7- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
warning light
 P.4-27
8- High coolant temperature warning light
(red)
 P.5-73
9- Low coolant temp
erature indicator
(green)
 P. 5 - 7 1
10- Oil pressure warning light
 P.5-73
11- Engine malfuncti
on indicator (“SER-
VICE ENGINE SOON” or “Checkengine light”)
 P.5-72
12- Charging system warning light

P.5-73
13- Brake warning light
 P.5-72
14- Anti-lock braking system warning light
 P.5-47
15- Multi-information display
 P. 5 - 6 2
16- Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning
light
 P. 4 - 1 1
17- Cruise control indicator (if so
equipped)
 P.5-52
18- Active stability control (ASC) indica-
tor/warning light
 P.5-51, 5-51
19- Active stability control (ASC) OFF
indicator/warning light
 P.5-51, 5-51
20- ECO indicator
 P.5-71
21- For details, refer
to “Warning activa-
tor” on page 5-15 (if so equipped)
22- For details, refer
to “Warning activa-
tor” on page 5-15 (if so equipped)
Indicators Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
NOTE
 If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if the indicator stays on wi
thout flashing, check
for a malfunctioning turn signal light bulb orturn signal connection.
High beam indicator Front fog light indicator
(if so
equipped)Low coolant temperature indi- cator - green
NOTE
 When the indicator goes out, this should be used as a rough indication of when the heat- ing starts working.
ECO indicator
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Warning lights 5-72 Features and controls
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This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON.When the engine is started, the light should go off a few seconds later. The warning light also illuminates after start- ing the engine under the following condi- tions.  When the parking brake is still applied.  When the brake fluid level is low.  When the brake system circuit is not working properly.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and the parking brake applied, a buzzer will sound to in
form the driver that
the parking brake is not properly release. Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off.
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This indicator is a pa
rt of the onboard diag-
nostic (OBD) system which monitors the emissions, engine control system or continu- ously variable transmission (CVT) controlsystem. If a problem is detected in one of these systems, this indicator illuminates or flashes. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, this indicator normally comes onand goes off after the engine has started. This indicator will come on if the fuel tank filler cap is not properly tightened. If this indicator comes on and stays on after refuel-ing, stop the engine and check that the cap is properly tightened. (Turn the cap clockwise until you hear clicking sounds.)If this indicator does not go off after several seconds or lights up while driving, have the system checked as s
oon as possible at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Warning lights Brake warning light and buzzer
CAUTION If the brake warning light and the Anti-lock braking system warning
light are illuminated
at the same time, the braking force distribu-tion function will not
operate, the vehicle
may be destabilized
during sudden braking
under the following conditions.• When the brake warn
ing light does not go
out even when the parking brake isreleased.• When the brake warning light stays onwhile driving.If the above occurs, avoid sudden brakingand high-speed driving. Park the vehicle in a safe place, and c
ontact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facilityof your choice as soon as possible. The vehicle should be bro
ught to a halt in the
following manner when
brake performance
is deteriorated.• Confirm that the vehicle slows down whenyou press down on the brake pedal harder than usual. In some cases, the brake pedalmay go all the way to the floor.• Should the brakes fail, use engine brakingto reduce your speed and slowly apply the parking brake. Depress the brake pedal to illuminate thestop lights and to aler
t the vehicles behind
you.
Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunc- tion in the charging system or when the igni-tion switch is turned to the “ON” position (engine off) or the operation mode is put in ON. When the engine is started, the lightshould go out. Check to make sure that the light has gone out before driving.
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This light comes on when the engine oil pres-sure is below normal. If the light stays on while driving, stop the engine as soon as pos-sible. Do not run the engine until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected.
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This light comes on in red if the coolant tem- perature becomes excessively high.
CAUTION Driving for a long time
with the engine mal-
function indicator on may cause more dam-age to the emission control system. Thiscould also affect fuel
economy and drivabil-
ity. If this indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or the operation mode is put in ON, havethe system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. If the engine malfunction indicator comes on while the engine is running, avoid driving athigh speeds. During vehicle
operation with the indicator
on, the vehicle may not
accelerate when you
depress the accelerator pedal. When the vehicle is stat
ionary with the indi-
cator on, you must depr
ess the brake pedal
more firmly than usual since the engine idling speed is higher th
an usual and a vehi-
cle with a CVT has a stronger tendency tocreep forward.
NOTE
 Do not disconnect the ba
ttery cable when the
engine malfunction i
ndicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) ison. The engine electronic
control module stores
critical OBD informati
on (especially exhaust
emission data), which ma
y be lost if the bat-
tery cable is disconne
cted while the engine
malfunction indicator is
on. This will make it
difficult to diagnose th
e cause of future prob-
lems.
Charging system warning light
CAUTION If the warning light stays on while the engine is running, park your ve
hicle in a safe place
as soon as possible and
contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice to have the system checked.
Oil pressure warning light
CAUTION If this light comes on when the engine oil level is not low, have
your vehicle checked at
an authorized Mitsubish
i Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your choice. This warning light does not show the amount of oil in the crankcase. This can only be determined by checking the oil level with the dipstick with the engine turned off.
High coolant temperature warning light - red
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Floor mat ..........................................................................................6-2Vehicle preparation before driving ..................................................6-3 Safe driving techniques ....................................................................6-4 Driving during cold weather ............................................................6-4Braking ............................................................................................6-5 Parking .............................................................................................6-5 Loading information ........................................................................6-6Cargo loads ....................................................................................6-10 Trailer towing ................................................................................6-10
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Fuel economy 6-2 Driving safety
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Fuel economy is depe
ndent on many factors.
Your personal driving habits can have a sig- nificant effect on your
fuel consumption.
Several recommendations
for achieving the
greatest fuel economy are listed below.  Whenever accelerating from a stop, always accelerate
slowly and smoothly.
 When parked for even a short period, do not idle the engine. Shut it off. Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary stops.  Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures.  For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) whentraffic, roadway and weather conditions safely permit.  Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle lubricated according
to the recommenda-
tions in this manual.  Always keep your ve
hicle well main-
tained. A poorly maintained engine wastes fuel and costs money.  Never overload your vehicle.
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impairedeven with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation. Drinking coffee or tak- ing a cold shower will not make you sober. Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your alertness, perception andreaction time. Consu
lt with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under the influence of any of these medications.
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The original equipment floor mat providedwith your vehicle was specifically designed for your vehicle. Al
ways properly position
the floor mat and assure it does not interferewith operation of the pedals. Always use the
retaining clip on the driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. When used, this clip willhelp prevent the floor mat from moving for- ward and possibly interfering with the opera- tion of the pedals. To prevent the floor matfrom moving forward and possibly interfering with the operation of the pedals, Mitsubishi genuine floor mats are recommended.
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1. Place the floor mat to fit the shape of thefloorboard. 2. Align the floor mat with the installation holes over the retaining clips.3. Secure the floor mat with retaining clips.
Fuel economy
Driving, alcohol and drugs
WA R N I N G NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Your perceptions are
less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment isimpaired.
Floor mat
To install the floor mat
NOTE
 The shape of the mat and the number of retaining clips may vary depending on thevehicle model.
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Safe driving techniques 6-4 Driving safety
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Replace your tires before they are heavily worn out.On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, there
is a risk of damage
to the tire inflation pressure sensors when thetire is replaced on the
rim. Tire replacement
should, only be perform
ed by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and hi
gh-beam indicators on
the instrument panel. Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for
fuel, water, oil, or
other leaks. Make sure
all the fluid levels are
correct. Also, if you
can smell fuel, you need
to find out why imme
diately and have it
fixed.
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Even this vehicle’s sa
fety equipment, and
your safest driving, ca
nnot guarantee that you
can avoid an accident or injury. However, if
you give extra attention to the following areas, you can better protect yourself andyour passengers:  Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather c
onditions. Leave plenty
of stopping distance
between your vehicle
and the vehicle ahead.  Before changing lanes, check your mir- rors, your blind spots, and use your turn-signal light.  While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicycl
ists, and pedestrians.
 Always obey applicab
le laws and regula-
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Alwaysleave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking.  If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle re
gistration laws and
make sure you will be able to get the right fuel.
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 Check the battery. At the same time, check the terminals and wiring. Duringextremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong. Also, the battery power level may drop beca
use more power is
used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs at the proper speed and ifthe headlights are as bright as normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. During extreme cold weather, it is possi-ble that a very low battery could freeze.  Warm the engine sufficiently. After start- ing the engine, allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylinders. Then drive your vehicle slowly. Stay at low speeds at first so that the man- ual transaxle oil or the automatic transaxle fluid has time to spread to all the lubrica-tion points.  Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather conditions. This is normaland shifting will get easier as the transaxle warms up.  Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of a leak or from engine overheating, add Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super LongLife Coolant Premium or equivalent.
Lights Fluid leaks Safe driving techniques
Driving during cold weather
WA R N I N G The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any spark or flame can cause the bat- tery to explode, which could cause serious injury or death.Always wear protecti
ve clothes and a face
mask when working wi
th your battery, or
let a skilled mechanic do it.
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