fluid MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 2020 (in English) User Guide

Wiper and washer switch 5-210 Features and controls
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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated with the ignition switch or the oper- ation mode is in ON or ACC. If the blades are frozen to the windshield, donot operate the wipers
until the ice has melted
and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.
NOTE
 If the headlights are switched to high beam, the front fog lights will
go out; they will illu-
minate again when the headlights areswitched back to low beam.  If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF” or “ ” position while the front fog lights are illuminated, they will automatically turn off. They can be turned back on again by rotatingthe combination he
adlights and dimmer
switch back to “ ” position, and turning the knob in the direction of the “ON” posi- tion.  Do not use fog lights except in conditions of fog, otherwise excessi
ve light glare may
temporarily blind oncom
ing vehicle drivers.
Wiper and washer switch
CAUTIONIf the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed against the glass may freeze, which may hi
nder visibility. Warm
the glass with the defro
ster before using the
washer.
Windshield wipers
NOTE
 To ensure a clear rearward view, the rear window wiper will automatically performseveral continuous opera
tions if the selector
lever is put in the “R” position while the windshield wipers
are operating.
Refer to “Rear window wiper and washer” on page 5-214.
Except for vehicle with rain sensor MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- OffINT- Intermittent
(Speed sensitive)
LO- Slow HI- Fast
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Wiper and washer switch 5-214 Features and controls
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The windshield washer can be operated with the ignition switch or the operation mode in ON or ACC.The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windshield by pulling th
e lever toward you.
When the wipers are not in operation or inintermittent operation,
by pulling the lever
toward you, the wipers
will operate
several
times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.
By releasing the lever soon after pulling it toward you, the washer
fluid will be sprayed
several times while the wipers are operating several times. Intelligent washer will stop operating withany operation of the lever.
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The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON or ACC. Turn the knob to operate the rear window wiper.
Windshield washer
NOTE
 It is possible to modify functions as follows: • Intelligent washer
can be activated.
Refer to “Intelligent washer” on page 5-214. • The wipers can be set
to operate again after
approximately 6 seconds.
These functions are not activated when the vehicle is shippe
d from the factory.
To activate or deac
tivate these functions,
please contact your au
thorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer. On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone-link Display Audio (SDA
), screen operations
can be used to make the adjustment. Refer to the separate owner’s manual fordetails.
Intelligent washer
NOTE
Rear window wiper and washer OFF- Off INT- The wiper operates continuously for
several seconds then operates inter- mittently at intervals of approxi- mately 8 seconds.
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Washer fluid will be
sprayed onto the
rear window glass while the knob is turned fully in either direction.When the washer fluid is sprayed, the wiper will automati
cally operate 2 or
3 times.
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Wiper deicer switch (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-215
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The electric rear window
defogger switch can
be operated when the engine is running.
NOTE
 The rear window wiper
will automatically
perform several conti
nuous operations if the
selector lever is put in
the “R” position while
the windshield wipers or the rear window wiper is operating.(a
utomatic operation
mode)After the automatic operation, the rear win- dow wiper will stop ope
rating if the knob is
in the “OFF” position. If the knob is in the“INT” position, the re
ar window wiper will
return to the intermittent operation. It is possible to set the rear window wiper toperform the automatic operation only if the selector lever is put in
the “R” position while
the rear window wiper
is operating with the
knob in the “INT” position. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.  If the knob is in the “OFF” position, turn the knob to the “INT” position twice quickly tooperate the rear window
wiper continuously.
(continuous operation mode) Turn the knob to the “OFF” position to stopthe rear window wipe
r continuous operation.
 The wiper intermittent
operation time can be
adjusted. See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.For vehicles equipped with the Smartphone- link Display Audio (SDA
), adjustments can
be made using screen
operations. For further
details, refer to the
separate owner’s manual.
The washer fluid reser
voir is located in the
engine compartment.Check the fluid level regularly and refill ifnecessary. (Refer to
“Washer fluid” on page
9-13.)
Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers
CAUTION If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed onto the glass mightfreeze, blocking your vi
ew. Heat the glass
with the defroster befo
re using the washer.
NOTE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. This could scratch the glass and wear the wiper blades prematurely.  Before using the wipe
rs in cold weather,
check to be sure that the wiper blades are notfrozen to the windshield or rear window. Using the wipers while the blades are frozen could cause the wiper motor to burn out.NOTE
 If the moving wipers
become blocked part-
way through a sweep by ice or other depositson the glass, the wipers may temporarily stopoperating to prevent the motor from over- heating. In this case,
park the vehicle in a
safe place, turn the ignition switch to the“OFF” position or put
the operation mode in
OFF, and then remove the ice or other depos- its.Because the wipers will
start operating again
after the wiper motor cools down, check that the wipers operate
before using them.
 Avoid using the washer for more than 20 sec- onds at a time. Do not operate the washerwhen the washer fluid reservoir is empty or the pump may fail.  During cold weather,
add a recommended
washer solution that will not freeze in the washer fluid reservoir.
Otherwise the washer
may not work or may be damaged.  Replace the wiper blades when they are worn. Use the proper size replacement blades. For further information, please con- tact your authorized Mitsubishi Motorsdealer.
Wiper deicer switch
(if so
equipped)
NOTE
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Vehicle preparation before driving 6-4 Driving safety
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always check for the following:  Before starting the vehicle, make certain that you and all passengers are seated andwearing their seat
belts properly (with
children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints), and that all the doors and theliftgate are locked.
 Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while keeping good visibility,and good control of the steering wheel, brakes, accelerator, and controls. Check the instrument panel indicators and multi-information display
for any possible prob-
lem.  Similarly, the front
passenger seat should
also be moved as fa
r back as possible.
 Make sure that infants and small children are properly restrained in accordance with all laws and
regulations.
Check these by selecting the defroster mode, and set the blower swit
ch on high. You should
be able to feel the air blowing against thewindshield. Refer to “Defrosti
ng or defogging (wind-
shield, door windows)” on page 7-13 Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or uneven wear patterns. Look for stones, nails,glass, or other objects
stuck in the tread. Look
for any tread cuts or
sidewall cracks. Check
the wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires(including spare tire) for proper pressure.
Replace your tires before they are heavily worn out.As your vehicle is equi
pped with a tire pres-
sure monitoring system, there is a risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure sensorswhen the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement should, onl
y, be performed by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Have someone watch wh
ile 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
Vehicle preparation before driving Seat belts and seats
Defrosters Tires
Lights Fluid leaks Safe driving techniques
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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
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tribution of the load in the trailer. This can be checked by separately
weighing the loaded
trailer and then the tongue. The GAWRs are printed on the certification label which is riveted on the door sill on the driver’s side. Refer to “Vehicle labeling” on page 11-2. Choose a proper hitch and ball, and make sure it is installed at a height that is compati- ble with the trailer. Use a good equalizing hitch which uniformlydistributes the trailer tongue load throughout the frame.
A safety chain must al
ways be used between
the towing vehicle and the trailer. Leave suf-ficient slack in the chain for turns. The chain should cross under the trailer tongue to pre- vent the tongue from dropping to the groundin case it becomes damaged or separated. For correct safety chai
n procedures, consult
your authorized Mitsub
ishi Motors dealer.
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re towing a trailer. Refer to “WAR-RANTY AND MAINTENANCE MAN- UAL”. Especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid,engine oil, rear axle
oil, belt, c
ooling system
and brake system. Each
of these is covered in
this manual. For details, please refer to the “Vehicle care and maintenance” section.Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight. Mitsubishi Motors recommends that any trailer having a total we
ight of 1,250 lb (567
kg) or more (2.4 liter models), 1,400 lb (635kg) or more (3.0 lite
r models) be equipped
with its own electric or surge-type brakes. If you choose electric br
akes, be sure they are
electrically actuated. Do not attempt to tapinto your vehicle’s hydraulic system. No mat- ter how successful it
may seem, any attempt
to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle’shydraulic system will lower braking effec- tiveness and create a potential hazard.
Gross axle weight rating (GAWR) Trailer hitches
WA R N I N G If you make any holes in the body of your vehicle for installing
a trailer hitch, be
sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If
you don’t seal them,
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from yourexhaust can enter your vehicle. Refer to “Exhaust system” on page 9-26.
NOTE
 Mitsubishi Motors recommends that sway control be used whenever you are towing, toimprove towing stability.For further informati
on, please contact your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Safety chains
CAUTION Never tow a trailer wi
thout using a safety
chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle. If the
coupling unit or hitch
ball experiences a probl
em, the trailer may
separate from
your vehicle.
Maintenance when trailer tow- ing Trailer brakes
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Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions ..........................................................................9-2 Catalytic converter ...........................................................................9-2 Engine hood .........
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View of the engine compartment .....................................................9-6 Engine oil and oil filter ....................................................................9-7 Engine coolant .................................................................................9-9Air cleaner filter .............................................................................9-10 Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) .....................................9-12 Continuously variable transmission
(CVT) fluid (if so equipped) .9-12
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) ...........................................9-13 Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) .........................................9-13 Washer fluid ...................................................................................9-13Brake fluid .....................................................................................9-14 Battery ............................................................................................9-14 Tires ...............................................................................................9-16Brake pedal free play .....................................................................9-23 Parking brake lever stroke (if so equipped) ....................................9-23 Wiper blades ..................................................................................9-24Emission-control system maintenance ..........................................9-24 General maintenance .....................................................................9-25 For cold and snowy weather ..........................................................9-26Fusible links ...................................................................................9-27 Fuses ..............................................................................................9-27 Replacement of light bulbs ............................................................9-33Vehicle care precautions ................................................................9-42 Cleaning the inside of your vehicle .......
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View of the engine compartment 9-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
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View of the engine compartment
2.4 L models 3.0 L models
1- Engine oil level dipstick 2- Engine oil cap 3- Air cleaner filter4- Brake fluid reservoir 5- Washer fluid reservoir 6- Automatic transaxle
fluid level dipstick
7- Engine coolant reservoir 8- Battery
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Automatic transaxle fl
uid (if so equipped)
9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
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The automatic transaxle should be maintained and serviced by an au
thorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice to obtain the best performance and longest life. It is impor
tant that the transaxle
fluid is kept at the correct level. The fluid level should be checked when the bar graph for the engine coolant temperature display on the multi-information displayshows the engine is wa
rmed up and the fluid
in the transaxle is heated to its normal work- ing temperature. Driving with the wrong fluidlevel will rapidly wear
out the transaxle and
destroy the fluid. 1. With the brake pedal fully depressed and the engine idling,
select each gear
momentarily, ending with the selectorlever in the “P” (PARK) position.
2. The fluid level should be at the HOT mark, but never a
bove the HOT mark
when the engine is warmed up. Add or drain fluid to get to the correct level. 3. Make certain that the dipstick cap isinstalled properly to
keep dirt and water
out of the transaxle.
Use only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine ATF- J3” transaxle fluid to ensure optimum trans-axle performance.
Mitsubishi Motors Cor
poration does not rec-
ommend the addition of
any fluid additives to
the transaxle.
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The continuously variable transmission (CVT) should be maintained and serviced by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or arepair facility of your choice to obtain the best performance and long
est life. It is impor-
tant that the transmission fluid is kept at thecorrect level. Use only “Mitsubishi Motors Genuine CVTF-J4” transmission fluid to ensure opti- mum transmission performance.
Automatic transaxle fluid
(if
so equipped)To check the fluid level

Procedure for checking the fluid level

WA R N I N G Transaxle fluid is extremely flammable and poisonous. Do not spill fluid when adding or draining.
Fluid type

Good (Hot)
CAUTION Using the improper transaxle fluid may dam- age the transaxle.
Special additives

Continuously variable transmission (CVT) fluid
(if
so equipped)Fluid type

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Transfer oil (All-wh
eel drive models)
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-13
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Do not use any fluid additives to the trans- mission.
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Whenever the transfer oil level is checked,add oil as necessary to maintain the properlevel. Fill with the oil according to the table below.
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Whenever the oil level is checked, add oil asnecessary to maintain the proper level. Fill with the oil according to the table below.
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The windshield and rear
window washer fluid
reservoir is in the engine compartment.
Check the washer fluid level at regular inter- vals and add washer fluid to reservoir if nec-essary. Open the reservoir ca
p and check the fluid
level with the dipstick. When freezing weather is anticipated, flush out the water in the reservoir by operating thepump. Fill the reservoir with windshield anti- freeze (not radiator
antifreeze), and operate
the system for a few se
conds to flush out the
residual water.
CAUTION Using the improper transaxle fluid may dam- age the transaxle.
Special additives

Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) Fluid type Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
GL-5
Viscosity range
SAE 80
Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) Fluid type Lubricant
Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Hypoid Gear Oil API
GL-5
Viscosity range
SAE 80
Wa s h e r f l u i d
FULL
EMPTY
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Brake fluid 9-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir. The fluid level must be between the “MAX” and “MIN” marks on the reservoir. The fluid level falls slightly with wear of the brake pads, but this
does not indicate any
abnormality.If the fluid level falls se
aled tight in a short
length of time, it indi
cates leaks from the
brake system.If this occurs, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Use the recommended brake fluid conform- ing to DOT 3 or DOT 4. The reservoir cap must be tightly sealed to keep dirt and waterout.
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The condition of the battery is very important for quick starting and to keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly. Check thebattery regularly. If battery performance is suspect, have the battery and charging system tested by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. The electrolyte level
must be between the
limits shown on the outside
of the battery. Fill
it with distilled water
as needed. The inside of
the battery is divided into several compart- ments. Take the cap off of each compartment and fill to the mark.
Brake fluid To check the fluid level
Fluid type
WA R N I N G Take care in handling brake fluid as it is harmful to the eyes, may irritates yourskin and will damage
painted surfaces.
Wipe up spills immediately. If brake fluid gets on your hands or inyour eyes, flush imme
diately with clean
water. Follow up with a doctor as neces- sary.CAUTION Do not let any petrol
eum-based fluid touch,
mix with, or get into the brake fluid. This will damage the seals. Be careful when handling brake fluid. It can damage painted surfaces. Use only the listed brake fluid. Different brands of brake fluid have different addi- tives, and these can cause a chemical reac- tion. Do not mix brands of brake fluid. Keep the reservoir ta
nk cap closed to keep
the brake fluid from evaporating.
Battery
NOTE
 After replacing the battery, the electronic control system data for the automatic trans-axle, etc., will be erased. As a result, shifting may be rough. Shifting will become smoother after severalchanges in speed.
Checking battery electrolyte level
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