tires MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2015 6.G Owners Manual

Outside
Overview 1-6
1
High-mounted stop light P.9-26
Rear spoiler
Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped) P.5-56 Changing tires P.8-11Size of tires and wheels P. 1 1 - 5 Tire inflation pressureP.9-14 Tire rotation P.9-16 Tire chains P.9-17
Rear window wiper and washer P.5-79
Liftgate P.5-27
Rear side- marker lights/Tail and stop lights P.9-26, 9-30
Rear-view camera (if so equipped) P.5-60
Rear turn signal lights P.5-76, 9-26, 9-30
Licence plate lights P.9-26, 9-31
Back-up light P.9-26, 9-30
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving... 2-4 Quick index
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ASC indicator
 Park your vehicle in a safe
place and stop the engine.
Restart the engine and check wh
ether the indicator goes out.
 If the indicator does not go out, or if it co
mes on again, have your vehicle inspected
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of
your choice as soon
as possible. When this indicator comes on, the hi
ll start assist
is not functioning.
Start off carefully on a steep uphill slope.
P. 5-46
Tire pressure monito
ring system warn-
ing light (if so equipped)
 If the warning light comes
on, you should stop and adju
st the tires to the proper
inflation pressure as
soon as possible.
(See “Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-14.) Once adjustments have been made, the wa
rning light will go off after a few minutes
of driving.  If the warning light blinks
for approximately 1 minute
and then remains continu-
ously illuminated, the system is not operating properly. If the system returns to nor-mal, the warning light will go off. If th
e warning light does not go off, have the
vehicle inspected at an author
ized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
P. 5-56
Warning lights
Do this
Ref. Page
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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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Genuine Mitsubishi Motors parts 3-6 General information
3
 The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should only be performedwithin the limits prescribed by law, and in accordance with the guidelines and warn- ings contained within the documentsaccompanying this vehicle. Only Mitsubishi Moto
rs approved acces-
sories should be fitt
ed to your vehicle.
 Improper installation of
electrical parts
could cause a fire. Refer to the “Modifica- tion/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems” section with
in this owner’s man-
ual. Using a cellular phone
or radio set inside
the vehicle without an external antenna may cause electrical system interference,which could lead to unsafe vehicle opera- tion.  Tires and wheels which do not meet spec- ifications must not be used. Refer to the “Specifi
cations” section for
information regarding wheel and tiresizes.
Due to the large number of accessory and replacement parts provided by different man- ufacturers in the market, it is not always pos-sible for an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to check whether the attachment or installation of a non-Mi
tsubishi Motors genu-
ine parts affects the driving safety of your Mitsubishi-vehicle.
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Mitsubishi Motors manufactures high quality vehicles with an emphasis on safety. It isimportant to consult an
authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer before installation of any
accessory which may in
volve modification of
the electrical or fuel systems.
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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts aredesigned and manufactured to meet high stan- dards of performance, and are recommended for all of your maintenance needs. Also avail-able from your Mitsubishi Motors dealer are a wide variety of acce
ssories to personalize
your new vehicle. Each Mitsubishi Motorsvehicle has a selection of Mitsubishi Motors authorized accessories to choose from to tai- lor your new vehicle to your own personalpreference. Your Mitsubishi Motors dealer’s Parts Manager has information on various audio systems,
protection items,
as well as
interior and exterior ac
cessories available for
your specific model.
WA R N I N G While driving, do not use a cellular phone in a way that hinder
s safe driving. Any-
thing, including cell
ular phone usage, that
distracts you from the safe operation of your vehicle incr
eases your risk of an acci-
dent.Refer to and follow al
l state and local laws
in your area regardi
ng cellular phone
usage while driving.
Important point! Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems
CAUTION Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer concer
ning any such acces-
sory fitment or modification. If the wires interfere
with the vehicle body or
improper installation me
thods are used (pro-
tective fuses not included, etc.), electronic devices may be adversel
y affected, resulting
in a fire, vehicle dama
ge, or other accident.
Genuine Mitsubishi Motors parts
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Anti-lock braking system
Features and controls 5-47
5
This helps maintain vehicle drivability and steering wheel handling.  When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden braking), steering is slightly different from normal driving conditions. Use thesteering wheel carefully.  Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Even if your vehi- cle is equipped with
the anti-lock braking
system, leave a greater braking distancewhen: • Driving on gravel or snow-covered roads.• Driving on uneven road surfaces.  Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted situations where brakes areapplied suddenly. Th
is system may also
prevent the wheels from locking when you drive over manholes, steel roadworkplates, road markings
, or any uneven road
surface.  When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrat- ing and hear a unique sound. It may also feel as if the pedal
resists being pressed.
In this situation, si
mply hold the brake
pedal down firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in reducedbraking performance.
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If there is a malfunction in the system, the anti-lock braking system warning light will come on.Under normal conditions, the ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operationmode is put in ON and goes off a few seconds later.
Driving hints
CAUTION The anti-lock braking system cannot prevent accidents. It is your
responsibility to take
safety precautions a
nd to drive carefully.
To prevent failure of the anti-lock braking system, be sure all 4 wheels and tires are thesame size and the same type.NOTE
 You may feel the ope
rating sound or vibra-
tion from under the body when driving immediately after starti
ng the engine. This is
a normal result the an
ti-lock braking system
makes when performing a self-check. It does not indicate a problem.  The anti-lock braking system can be used after the vehicle has
reached a speed over
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). It stops working when the vehicle slows below 3 mph (5 km/h).
Anti-lock braking system warn- ing light
CAUTION Any of the following i
ndicates that the anti-
lock braking system is not functioning andonly the standard brake system is working. (The standard brake
system is functioning
normally.) If this happens, take your vehicleto an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility
of your choice.
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Active stability control (ASC) 5-50 Features and controls
5
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the drive wheels from spin-
ning excessive, thus
helping the vehicle to
start moving from a stopped condition. It alsoprovides sufficient driving force and steering performance as the vehicle turns while press- ing the acceleration pedal.
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The skid control function is designed to helpthe driver maintain control of the vehicle onslippery roads or during rapid steering maneuvers. It works by controlling the engine output and the brake on each wheel.
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The ASC is automatically activated when theignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON. You can
deactivate the system by pressing down the “ASC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or longer. When the ASC is deacti
vated, the indica-
tor will turn on. To reactivate the ASC, momentarily press the
“ASC OFF” switch;
the indicator is turned off.
 Do not install any aftermarket limited slip differential (LSD) on
your vehicle. The ASC
may stop functioning properly.NOTE
 An operating sound or vibration may be emitted from under the body in the followingsituations. The sound or vibration is associ- ated with checking the operations of the ASC. At this time,
you may feel a shock
from under the body and the brake pedal if you depress it. These do
not indicate a mal-
function. • When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put
in ON. • When the vehicle is driven for a while after the engine is turned on.
 When the ASC is acti
vated, you may feel a
vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin- ing sound from the engine compartment. This indicates that th
e system is operating
normally. It does not i
ndicate a malfunction.
 When the anti-lock braking system warning light is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function
CAUTION
CAUTION When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be sure to install snow tires and drive the vehicle at moderate speeds.
Skid control function
NOTE
 The skid control func
tion operates at speeds
of about 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher.
ASC OFF switch
CAUTION For safety reasons, the “ASC OFF” switch should be operated when your vehicle isstopped.  Be sure to keep the ASC on while driving in normal circumstances.NOTE
 Using the “ASC OFF” switch turns off both the stability control f
unction and the traction
control function.
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Tire pressure monitoring
system (if so equipped)
5-56 Features and controls
5
Put the operation mode in OFF or ACC.  Indicator is turned OFF.
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The tire pressure moni
toring system uses tire
inflation pressure sensors (A) on the wheels to monitor the tire inflation pressures. The system only indicates wh
en a tire is signifi-
cantly under-inflated.Tire pressure monitoring system
(if so equipped)
WA R N I N G The compact spare wheel (if so equipped) does not have a tire inflation pressure sen-sor.When the spare tire is used, the tire pres- sure monitoring system will not work properly.See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possible to replace or repair the original tire.NOTE
 The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for regularly
checking tire infla-
tion pressures. Be sure to check the tire inflation pressuresas described in “Tires” on page 9-12.  The tire inflation pressure sensor (A) is installed in the illustrated location. • On vehicles with Type
1 sensor which has
the metallic air valve (B), replace grommet and washer (C) with a new one when the tire is replaced. • On vehicles with Type
2 sensor which has
the rubber air valve (D
), replace rubber air
valve (D) with a new one when the tire isreplaced.
For details, please
contact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE
Type 1Type 2
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Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-57
5
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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put inON, the tire pressure monitoring system warning light normally
illuminates and goes
off a few seconds later. If one or more of the vehicle tires (except for the spare tire) is significantly under-inflated, the warning light will remain illuminated while the ignition swit
ch or the operation
mode is in ON. Refer to “If the warning light illuminates while driving” on page 5-58 and take the nec-essary measures.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire in
flation pressure label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicate
d on the vehicle placard
or tire inflation pressure label, you shoulddetermine the proper ti
re inflation pressure
for those tires.) As an added safety fe
ature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tirepressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significan
tly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure tell-tale illuminates, you s
hould stop and check
your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a sig-nificantly under-
inflated tire ca
uses the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiencyand tire tread life, and may affect the vehi- cle’s handling and stoppi
ng ability. Please
note that the TPMS is
not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain corre
ct tire pres-
sure, even if under-infl
ation has not reached
the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Tire pressure monitoring sys- tem warning light

CAUTION If the tire pressure monitoring system warn- ing light does not illumi
nate when the igni-
tion switch is turned to the “ON” position orthe operation mode is put in ON, it means that the tire pressure monitoring system is not working properly. Have the systeminspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. In such situations, a malfunctioning of thesystem may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pressure. Avoid sudden braking, sharp turning and high-speed driving. If a malfunction is detected in the tire pres- sure monitoring system, the tire pressuremonitoring system warn
ing light will blink
for approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated. The warning lightwill issue further warnings each time the engine is restarted as
long as the malfunction
exists.Check to see whether
the warning light goes
off after few minutes driving. If it then goes off during driving, there is noproblem. However, if the warning light does not go off, or if it blinks again when the engine isrestarted, have the
vehicle inspected by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. In such situations, a malfunctioning of thesystem may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pressure. For safety reasons, when the warning light appears while driving,avoid sudden braking, sharp turning and high-speed driving.
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Tire pressure monitoring
system (if so equipped)
5-58 Features and controls
5
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate whenthe system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one min-
ute and then remain continuously illuminated.This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi- nated, the system may not
be able to detect or
signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation ofreplacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from function- ing properly. Always check the TPMS mal-function telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheelsallow the TPMS to cont
inue to function prop-
erly.
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1. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illumi
nates, avoid hard
braking, sharp steering maneuvers and high speeds. You should stop and adjust the tires to the proper inflation pressure assoon as possible. Adjust the spare tire at the same time. Refer to “Tires” on page 9-12.
2. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light remains illuminated afteryou have been driving for about 20 min- utes after you adjust the tire inflation pres- sure, one or more of
the tires may have a
puncture. Inspect the tire and if it has a puncture, have it repaired by an autho- rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon aspossible.
If the warning light illuminates while driving

NOTE
 When inspecting or adjusting the tire pres- sure, do not apply excessive force to the valve stem to avoid breakage.  After inspecting or adju
sting the tire pres-
sure, always reinstall the valve cap on thevalve stem. Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the valve, resulting in damage to thetire inflation pressure sensor.  Do not use metal valve caps, which may cause a metal reaction, resulting in corrosion and damage of the tire
inflation pressure sen-
sors.  Once adjustments have
been made, the warn-
ing light will go off after a few minutes ofdriving.
WA R N I N G If the warning light illuminates while you are driving, avoid ha
rd braking, sharp
steering maneuvers and high speeds. Driving with an under-inflated tire adversely affects vehi
cle performance and
can result in an accident.CAUTION The warning light may
not illuminate imme-
diately in the event of
a tire blowout or rapid
leak.NOTE
 To avoid the risk of damage to the tire infla- tion pressure sensors, have any puncturedtire repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If the tire repair is not done by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer,damage to the tire infl
ation pressure sensor is
not covered by your warranty.
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Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-59
5
The tire pressure monitoring system may not work normally in the following circum- stances:  A wireless facility or device using the same frequency is near the vehicle.  Snow or ice is stuck inside the fenders and/or on the wheels. The tire inflation pres
sure sensor’s battery
is dead.  Wheels other than Mitsubishi Genuine wheels are being used.  Wheels that are not fitted with tire infla- tion pressure sensors are being used. Wheels whose ID codes are not memo- rized by the vehicle are used.  Compact spare tire (if so equipped) is fit- ted on a road wheel.  A window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
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If new wheels with new tire inflation pressuresensors are installed, their ID codes must be programmed into the tire pressure monitoring system. Have tire and
wheel replacement per-
formed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to avoid the ri
sk of damaging the tire
inflation pressure sensors. If the wheelreplacement is not done by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
, it is not covered by
your warranty.
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Your tire pressure monitoring system oper- ates on a radio frequenc
y subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules(For vehicles sold in
U.S.A.) and Industry
Canada Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with part 15 of FCCRules and Industry Ca
nada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions.  This device may not
cause harmful inter-
ference This device must ac
cept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
 Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.Such a spray could damage the tire inflationpressure sensors. Have any puncture repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.  Using the tire repair kit may damage the tire inflation pressure sensor. The vehicle mustpromptly be inspected and repaired by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer after using the tire repair kit.NOTE
NOTE
 Tire inflation pressures vary with the ambi- ent temperature. If the vehicle is subjected tolarge variations in ambient temperature, thetire inflation pressures may be under-inflated (causing the warning light come on) when the ambient temperature is relatively low. Ifthe warning light comes on, adjust the tire inflation pressure.
Whenever the tires and wheels are replaced with new ones

CAUTION The use of non-genuine wheels will prevent the proper fit of the tire inflation pressure sensors, resulting air
leakage or damage of
the sensors.
General information

WA R N I N G Changes or modifica
tions not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for compli- ance could void the
user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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