towing MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 2017 3.G Owners Manual

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Electric parking brake warning light
(yellow) (if so equipped)
 If the warning light comes on during driving,
there is the possibility that the parking
brake cannot be operated or released. Immedi
ately stop the vehicle
in a safe place,
and contact an authorized Mi
tsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice for assistance.
P. 5-216
Selector lever position indicator in the instrument cluster flashes rapidly
(once per second)
(Vehicles equipped with mono-color
liquid crystal display)
 Park your vehicle in a safe place. Idle the engine until the selector le
ver position indicato
r stops flashing.
If the indicator does not go off, have the
system checked at an
authorized Mitsubi-
shi Motors dealer or a repair facili
ty of your choice as soon as possible.
P. 5-70, 5-78
or
Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”)
 Although your vehicle will usually be dr
ivable and not need towing, have the
engine system checked at an authorized Mi
tsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility
of your choice as soon as possible. If the
vehicle is not drivab
le, contact emergency
roadside assistance at 1-888-648-7820 (for
vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-
4878 (for vehicles sold in Canada), an aut
horized Mitsubishi Moto
rs dealer, or local
towing company for assistance.
P. 5-217
Warning lights
Do this
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow
1. Slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to
get your vehicle moving again. For an all-
wheel drive vehicle, set the drive mode-sel
ector to the “4WD AUTO” or “4WD LOCK”
position (Electronically cont
rolled 4WD), “SNOW” or “L
then slowly press down on the accelera
tor pedal to get your vehicle moving.
2. If there is nothing to stop your tires from sli
pping, rock your vehicle out of the stuck posi-
tion.
P. 8-15
WA R N I N G When attempting to rock your vehi
cle out of a stuck position, be su
re that no one is near the ve
hicle. The rocking motion may c
ause the vehicle to
suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders. Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wh
eels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck ve
hicle 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
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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. 5-90, 6-5
The automatic transaxle makes no gear change when accelerat-ing. The initial movement of the vehicle is slow when the vehicle starts moving.(for vehicles with automatic transaxle)
There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle. Have the system inspected by your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors de
aler or a repair facility of
your choice.
P. 5-74
Problem
Do this
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Break-in recommendations
Features and controls 5-3
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Advanced automobile
manufacturing tech-
niques permit you to operate your new vehi- cle without requiring a long break-in periodof low-speed driving. However, you can add to the future perfor- mance and economy of your vehicle byobserving the following precautions during the first 300 miles (500 km). Drive your vehicle at m
oderate speeds during
the break-in period.  Avoid revving the engine.  Avoid rough driving such as sudden starts, sudden accelerati
on, prolonged high-
speed driving and sudden braking. These actions would have a detrimental effect onthe engine and lead to increased fuel and oil consumption; th
is could ultimately
result in the malfunction of engine com-ponents. Be particularly careful to avoid full acceleration while in low shift posi- tion (low gears). Do not overload the vehicle. Stay within the seating capacity. (Refer to “Cargo load precautions” on page 6-10.) Refrain from towing a trailer or other vehicle (Refer to “T
railer towing” on page
6-11).
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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 pl
ace together as a set of spare
keys.
Break-in recommendations
Keys Ty p e 1 1- Key for the electronic immobilizer and
keyless entry system
2- Key number plate
Type 2 1- F.A.S.T.-key
(with electronic im
mobilizer and key-
less entry system function)
3- Key number plate
NOTE
 The key is a precision
electronic device with
a built-in signal transm
itter. Please observe
the following 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.
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4-wheel drive operation 5-88 Features and controls
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page 5-169. The S-AWC operation status is displayed.
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While the drive mode is in the “NORMAL” ON, the drive mode
will be changed to
“AWC ECO” mode. If the ECO mode switch is switched OFF, the drive mode will be returned to “NORMAL” Refer to the “ECO mode switch” on page 5-231.
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Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement. But its unique 4 -wheel
drive system allows
you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic
sites, and similar
locations.Not only does this ensu
re better handling on
dry, paved roads but also permits better trac- tion when driving on slippery, wet or snow- covered roads and when moving out of mud. But it is not suitable for heavy off road use ortowing in rough conditions. It is particularly im
portant to note that 4-
wheel drive may not gi
ve sufficient hill
climbing ability and e
ngine braking on steep
slopes. You should try to avoid driving on steep slopes.Also, you must exercise caution when driving on sand and mud and when driving through water because sufficient traction may not beavailable in certain circumstances. Please avoid driving the vehicle through areas where the tires may get stuck in deep sand ormud.
Display example

Yaw control function displayThe amount of the yaw moment is displayedas a bar graph. A, D- Clockwise yaw moment about the
vehicle’s center of gravity
B, C- Counterclockwise yaw moment
about the vehicle’s
center of gravity
Differential limiting
function display
The strength of the differential limiting operation (between front-rear wheels andbetween left-right whee
ls) is displayed in
section E of the me
ter as a bar graph.
WA R N I N GAlways concentrate on your driving first. Keep your eyes and mi
nd on the road. Dis-
tractions while driving
can lead to an acci-
dent.
When the ECO mode switch is ON
NOTE
 If the drive mode is switched in any mode after the drive mode is switched in “AWC ECO”, the drive mode will not be changedeven if the ECO mode switch is switchedOFF.
4-wheel drive operation
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Service brake 5-92 Features and controls
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Overuse of the brake can cause weakening, resulting in poor brake response and prema- ture wear of the brake pads. When driving down a long or steep hill, useengine braking
by downshifting.
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Your vehicle is equipped with power brakes for more braking force with less brake pedal effort.Your brakes are designed to operate at full capacity, even if the power assist is not being used.If the power assist is not being used, the effort needed to press the brake pedal is greater. If you should lose the power assist for somereason, the brakes will still work. If the power brake unit or either of the two brake hydraulic systems stops working prop-erly, the rest of the brake system will still work, but the vehicle will not slow down as quickly.You will know this has happened if you find you need to press the brake down farther, or harder when slowing down or stopping, or ifthe brake warning light and the warning dis- play in the multi-information display come on.
To w i n g
CAUTION Do not tow 4-wheel drive vehicles with the front or rear wheels on the ground (Type A or Type B) as illustrate
d. This could result in
damage to the drivetrain, or unstable towing.If you tow 4-wheel drive vehicles, use TypeC or Type D equipment. Even in “4WD ECO” (Electronically con- trolled 4WD) or “AWC ECO” (S-AWC) drive mode, the vehicle cannot be towed with the front or the rear wheels on theground.
Jacking up a 4-wheel drive vehicle
WA R N I N G Do not crank the engine while jacking up the vehicle. The tire on the ground may turn and thevehicle may roll off the jack.
Service brake Brake pedal
WA R N I N G Do not leave any objects near the brake pedal or let a floor mat slide under it;doing so could prevent the full pedal stroke that would be necessary in an emergency. Make sure that the pedal canbe operated freely at all times. Make sure the floor mat is securely held in place.
CAUTION It is important not to drive the vehicle with your foot resting on the brake pedal whenbraking is not required.
This practice can
result in very high brake temperatures, pre- mature lining wear, a
nd possible damage to
the brakes.
Power brakes
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Cruise control (if so equipped)
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If an abnormal condition occurs in the sys- tem, the following display/indicator will turn on. Warning display
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Cruise control is an automatic speed control system that keeps a set speed. It can be acti-vated at speeds from about 25 mph (40 km/h). Cruise cont
rol does not work at
speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
NOTE
 The indicator may come on when you start the engine. This means that the battery voltage momentarily dropped when theengine was started. It
does not indicate a
malfunction, provided th
at the display goes
out immediately.  When a spare tire has been put on your vehi- cle, the gripping ability of the tire will be lower, making it more
likely that the dis-
play/indicator will blink.
ASC warning display
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ASC indicator
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ASC OFF indicator
CAUTION The system may be malfunctioning. Park your vehicle in a
safe place and stop the
engine. Restart the engi
ne and check whether
the display/indicator goes out. If they go out, there is no abnormal condition. If they do not go out or if they turn on frequently, it is notnecessary to stop the
vehicle immediately,
but you should have your
vehicle inspected
by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer ora repair facility of
your choice as soon as
possible.
To w i n g
CAUTION If the 2WD vehicle is
towed with the ignition
switch in the “ON” pos
ition or the operation
mode in ON and only the front wheels or only the rear wheels raised off the ground, the ASC may operate, resulting in an acci-dent. When towing the 2WD vehicle with the front wheels raised, ke
ep the ignition switch
in the “OFF”, “LOCK” the operation mode in ACC or OFF. Whentowing the vehicle with the rear wheels raised, keep the ignition switch in the “ACC”Refer to “Towing” on page 8-14.
Cruise control
(if so equipped)
 When you do not wish to drive at a set speed, turn off the cruise control for safety. Do not use cruise control when driving con- ditions will not allow
you to stay at the same
speed, such as in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, wet,slippery, on a steep downhill slope.NOTE
 Cruise control may not
be able to keep your
speed on uphills or downhills.  Your speed may decr
ease on a steep uphill.
You may use the accelerator pedal if you want to stay at your set speed.  Your speed may increase to more than the set speed on a steep downhill. You have to use the brake to control your speed. As a result,the set speed driving is deactivated.
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Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACC) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-111
5
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While the ACC is activated, if your vehicle is approaching too closely to the vehicle infront, the ACC gives a warning by sounding a buzzer and displaying
a message. Apply the
brakes to maintain the appropriate distance tothe vehicle in front.
WA R N I N G Your vehicle may accelerate up to the set speed in the following situations. Apply the brake, if necessary, to slow down.• When your vehicle no longer follows thevehicle in front, e.g. at a freeway exit orwhen your vehicle or
the vehicle in front
changes its lane.• When driving on a curve.
 When the vehicle in
front has changed its
course or lane, if
a stationary vehicle
appears in front you
r vehicle, the ACC
will not decelerate your vehicle.
Approach alarm

WA R N I N G When the ACC is not being used, turn off the system to avoid
unexpected
ACC acti-
vation. Never operate the AC
C from outside the
vehicle.WA R N I N G
 The ACC will not decelerate your vehicle and/or give the approach alarm in the fol-lowing cases.• When an object other than a vehicle,such as a pedestrian, is in front. • When a malfunction is detected in thesystem.
 The ACC will not decelerate your vehicle in the following cases, but will give theapproach alarm.• When the front vehicle is stationary ormoving at an extremely slow speed.• When your brake system has a problem,such as overheating.
 The ACC may not be able to maintain the set speed or the dist
ance to a vehicle in
front and may not alert the driver, if the system cannot detect the front vehicleproperly. Typical situations include: • When a vehicle cuts
into your path at a
close distance.• When a vehicle in front is not completelyin your path.• When a vehicle in front is towing atrailer.• When a motorcycle or a bicycle is infront.• When a vehicle in fr
ont is a truck loaded
with freight that protrudes rearward from the cargo bed.WA R N I N G
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Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACC) (if so equipped) 5-112 Features and controls
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There are two ways to increase the set speed. The set speed will increase by 1 mph (1 km/h) every time you push up the “RES +” switch while the ACC is activated. If youhold the switch pushed up, the set speed increases in 5 mph (5 km/h) increments.
• When the height of a vehicle in front is extremely low or the road clearance ofthe vehicle is extremely high.• When driving on a r
oad with alternating
up and down surfaces.• When driving on a curve.• When driving on a bumpy or rough road.• When driving in a tunnel.• When driving in construction zones.• When the rear of your vehicle is weighed down with the weight of passengers and luggage• For up to two minutes after starting driv-ing.• When driving in curved sections of roadincluding their entrance/outlet or run-ning beside a closed lane in a traffic work or similar zone.• When the surface of th
e sensor is covered
with dirt, snow, ice, etc.• When a front vehicle or an oncomingvehicle is splashing wa
ter, snow or dirt.
WA R N I N G
• When driving on
a winding road.
Never use the ACC in the following situa- tions:• In heavy traffic.• On winding roads.• On slippery roads, such as icy, snow-cov-ered or dirt roads.• In adverse weather conditions, such asrain, snow or sand storms, etc.• On steep downslopes.• When the inclination of a road fre-quently changes.• When the approach alarm frequentlysounds.• When your vehicle is towed or is towinganother vehicle.• When your vehicle is on a chassis dyna-mometer or free rollers.• When tire inflation pressures are notadequate.• When the temporary sp
are tire is being
used.• When the radar sensor and/or its sur-rounding area are damaged or deformed.WA R N I N G
CAUTION To maintain proper performance of the ACC:• Always clean the surface of the radar sen- sor.• Avoid impacting the radar sensor or its sur-rounding area.• Do not put a sticker on the radar sensor orits surrounding area.• Do not paint the radar sensor.• Do not install a grill guard.• Do not modify the radar sensor or its sur- rounding area.• Always use tires of the same size, sametype, and same brand, and which have no significant wear differences.• Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension.
To increase the set speed

By using the “RES +” switch:

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Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM) (if so equipped) 5-120 Features and controls
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• When a vehicle ahead is not completely in your path.• When your vehicle ch
anged lanes, and
your vehicle approac
hed immediately
behind the vehicle ahead.• When a vehicle ahead
is towing a trailer.
• When a vehicle ahead is a truck loaded with freight that protrudes rearward from the cargo bed.• When the height of a vehicle ahead isextremely low or its road clearance isextremely high.• When a vehicle ahead is extremely dirty.• When a vehicle ahea
d is covered with
snow.• When a vehicle ahea
d has a large glass
surface.• When a vehicle ahead does not havereflectors (light reflector) or the positionof the reflector is low.• When a vehicle ahead is a car carrier ora similar shaped vehicle.• When accelerating and deceleratingquickly.• When driving on a sl
ippery road covered
by rain water, snow, ice, etc.• When driving on a r
oad with alternating
up and down steep slopes.• When driving on a curve.• When driving on a bumpy or rough road.• When driving in dark areas, such as in a tunnel or at night.WA R N I N G
• When the system recognizes driver’s steering, accelerati
ng, braking or gear
shifting actions as
evasive actions to
avoid collision.• When the rear of your vehicle is weigheddown with the weight of passengers and luggage.• Up to several seconds after starting driv-ing.• In adverse weather conditions, such asrain, snow, fog or sand-storm.• When the windshield of the sensor por-tion is covered with
dirt, water droplets,
snow and ice, etc.• When a vehicle ahea
d or an oncoming
vehicle is splashing water, snow or dirt. • When using a windshield washer.• If windshield wipers are not Mitsubishi Motors Genuine parts or equivalent. • When the sensor becomes extremely hotor cold.• If the battery becomes weak or runsdown.• When the sensor is affected by stronglight, such as direct sunlight or the head- lights of an oncoming vehicle.
 The FCM may not detect a pedestrian in certain situations. Some of these include:• If the pedestrian is
shorter than approxi-
mately 3.2 feet (1 m) or taller thanapproximately 6.5 feet (2 m).WA R N I N G
• If the pedestrian is
wearing loose-fitting
clothes.• If part of a pedestrian’s body is hidden, such as when holding an umbrella, large bag, etc.• If a pedestrian bends forward, sits or lieson the road.• When a pedestrian is pushing/pullingsomething, such as a stroller, bicycle orwheelchair.• When pedestrians gather in a group.• When a pedestrian
clothing appears to
be nearly the same color or brightness asits surroundings.• When a pedestrian is very close to anobject, such as a vehicle.• When a pedestrian is in a dark area, suchas at night or in a tunnel.• When a pedestrian is walking fast orrunning.• When a pedestrian suddenly rushes infront of the vehicle.• When the position of
a pedestrian is close
to the edge of the vehicle.
 When the system recognizes driver’s steering or accelerati
ng actions as evasive
actions to avoid a collision, FCM control and alarm functions
may be canceled.
In certain situations,
though there is little
or no risk of a collision, the FCM mayactivate. Examples include: • When overtaking a vehicle.WA R N I N G
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) (if so equipped)
5-138 Features and controls
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1. Press the Blind Spot Warning switch while the operation mode is put in ON. (Refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW): To operate” on page 5-134.)2. When the selector le
ver is moved to the
“R” (REVERSE) position, the RCTA will operate.
If the system detects a problem, a warning is displayed on the information screen in themulti-information display. Refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW): Sys- tem problem warning” on page 5-134.
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For vehicles sold in U.S.A FCC ID:OAYSRR3A For vehicles sold in Canada Applicable law: Canada 310 Frequency bands: 24.05 - 24.25GHz Output power: less than 20 milliwatts This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules 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.
To operate

NOTE
 Set the RCTA to OFF when towing.  The Blind Spot Warning light in the outside rearview mirror may not look due to strongdirect sunlight or th
e glare from the head-
lights of vehicles
behind you during night
driving.
When a problem is detected in the system

General information

CAUTION Changes or modifica
tions not expressly
approved by the manufacturer for compli- ance could void the user’s authority to oper-ate the equipment.
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