engine MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER III 2015 Owners Manual

Bluetooth® 2.0 interface (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-189
5
allows you to decrease
the possibility that a
setting is accident
ally changed.
The confirmation function can be turned on or off by following the steps below. 1. Press the SPEECH button (except for vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-nication System) or PICK-UP button (for vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi-Commu- nication System).2. Say “Setup.” 3. Say “Confirmation prompts.” 4. The voice guide will say “Confirmation prompts are . Would you like to turn confirmation prompts .”Answer “Yes” to change the setting or answer “No” to keep the current setting. 5. The voice guide will say “Confirmationprompts are ” and then the sys- tem will return to the main menu.
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It is possible to use
a passcode as a security
function by setting a passcode of your choice for the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.
When the security function is turned on, it is necessary to make a voice input of a 4-digit passcode in order to us
e all functions of the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface, except for recep-
tion.
Use the following procedure to turn on the security function by setting a passcode. 1. Press the SPEECH button (except for vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi-Commu- nication System) or
PICK-UP button (for
vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-nication System). 2. Say “Setup.” 3. Say “Passcode.” 4. The voice guide will
say “Passcode is dis-
abled. Would you like to enable it?”Answer “Yes.” Answer “No” to cancel the setting of the passcode and return to the main menu. 5. The voice guide will say “Please say a 4- digit passcode. Remember this passcode. It will be required to use this system.” Say a 4-digit number which you want to set as a passcode. 6. For confirmation purposes, the voiceguide will say “Passc
ode <4-digit pass-
code>. Is this correct?” Answer “Yes.” Answer “No” to return to the passcodeinput in Step 5. 7. When the registration of the passcode is completed, the voice
guide will say “Pass-
code is enabled”
and the system will
return to the main menu.
If a passcode has been
set and the security
function is enabled, the voice guide will say “Hands-free system is
locked. State the pass-
code to continue” when the SPEECH button (except for vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi- Communication System) or PICK-UP button(for vehicles with Mitsubishi Multi-Commu- nication System) is pres
sed to enter voice rec-
ognition mode. Say th
e 4-digit passcode
number to enter the passcode. If the entered passcode is wrong, the voice guide will say “<4-digit passcode>, Incorrect passcode. Please try again.” Enter the correctpasscode.
Security function

Setting the passcode
NOTE
 Passcode will be requi
red to access the sys-
tem after the next ignition cycle.  It is required for a little time after engine stop that the entered
passcode is actually
recorded in the system.If the ignition switch
or the operation mode
is made to ACC or ON or the engine is started immediately afte
r engine stop, there
is a case when the entered passcode is not recorded in the system. At this time, please try to enter the passcode again.
Entering the passcode
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12 V power outlets 5-210 Features and controls
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To use a “plug-in” type
accessory, open the
cover or remove the ca
p, and insert the plug
in the power outlet.
Accessories can be operated when the igni- tion switch or the operation mode is in ON or ACC. Accessories can be ope
rated in all ignition
switch positions or
all operation modes.
12 V power outlets
CAUTIONBe sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operating at 12 V and at 120 W or less.When using more than one socket at the same time, make sure the total power con- sumption of the electrical accessories doesnot exceed 120 W at 12 V. Also be aware that
using electronic equip-
ment with the engine
off may run the battery
down. When the power outlet is not in use, be sure to close the power outle
t cover or replace the
cap. This will prevent the power outlet frombecoming clogged and short circuiting.NOTE
 If your vehicle is equipped with two 12V power outlets, they ca
n be used simultane-
ously.
Type 1 Type 2 Floor console
Floor console box
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Interior lights
Features and controls 5-211
5
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2- (OFF) The dome light stays off regardless of any door or the liftgate being opened or closed.
Interior lights
NOTE
 Be aware that leaving the light illuminated with the engine off may run the batterydown. Never leave the vehi
cle without checking
that the light is off.1- Cargo room light
 P.5-213
2- Dome light (rear)
 P.5-212
3- Dome light (front)/Reading lights

P.5-211
4- Downlight
 P.5-171
Dome light (front)/Reading lights Dome light (front)
1- (DOOR) When any of the doors or the liftgate isopened, the dome light illuminates; when any of them are closed, the dome light goes off after approximately 30 seconds.However, the light goes off immediately if:  The doors and the liftgate are closed while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position or the operation mode is in ON. The driver’s door is closed while the its lock knob is in the lock position, after all the other doors are closed.
 The doors and the liftgate are closed and the power door lock function is used to lock the doors. The keyless entry system remote con- trol transmitter is used to lock the doors. In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the doors and the lift- gate are locked using the F.A.S.T.-key.NOTE
 When the engine is
started using the key
while the doors and liftgate are closed, if youremove the key, the dom
e light will illumi-
nate for approximately 30 seconds then go off.  When the engine is started using the F.A.S.T.-key while the doors and liftgate areclosed, if the operation
mode is put in OFF,
the dome light will illu
minate for approxi-
mately 30 seconds and then go off.  The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See your authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer for details. For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu- nication System, adjustments can be madeusing screen operations.
For details, refer to
the separate owner’s manual.
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Interior lights 5-212 Features and controls
5
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Regardless of the dome light switch position, when you press the lens (A), the light on the side that is pressed
illuminates; when you
press the lens (A) agai
n, the light goes out.
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3- (OFF) The dome light stays off regardless of anydoor or the liftgate being opened or closed.
Reading lights Dome light (rear)
1- (ON)The dome light illumin
ates regardless of
any door or the liftgate being opened or closed. 2- (
)
When any of the doors or the liftgate is opened, the dome li
ght illuminates;
when any of them are closed, the domelight goes off after approximately 30 sec- onds. However, the light goes off imme- diately if:  The door and the liftgate are closed while the ignition switch is in the“ON” position or the operation mode is in ON.  The driver’s door is closed while the its lock knob is in the lock position, after all the other doors are closed.  The door and the liftgate are closed and the power door lock function is used to lock the doors.  The keyless entr
y system remote
control transmitter is used to lock the doors.  In vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, the doors and the lift- gate are locked using the F.A.S.T.- key.
NOTE
 When the engine is started using the key while the doors and liftgate are closed, if youremove the key, the do
me light will illumi-
nate for approximately 30 seconds then go off.  When the engine is started using the F.A.S.T.-key while the doors and liftgate are closed, if the operation mode is put in OFF,the dome light will il
luminate for approxi-
mately 30 seconds and then go off.  When the dome light switch is in the “ON” position, the light will not go off, even when all the doors and the liftgate are closed.  The time until the light goes off can be adjusted. See your authorized MitsubishiMotors dealer for details. For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu- nication System, adjustments can be madeusing screen operations
. For details, refer to
the separate owner’s manual.
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Storage spaces
Features and controls 5-213
5
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1- (ON) The cargo room light illuminates regard- less of the liftgate being opened or closed.2- (
)
When the liftgate is opened, the cargo room light illuminates;
when it is closed,
it goes out. 3- (OFF) The cargo room light
stays out regardless
of the liftgate being opened or closed.
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 If interior lights are left on with the igni- tion switch in the “LOCK” position or the operation mode in OFF, the lights go off automatically after approximately 30 min-utes.  The lights come on again if the ignition switch or the engine
switch is operated, if
any door or liftgate is opened or closed, or if the keyless entry or F.A.S.T.-key isoperated.
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Cargo room light
Interior light auto-cutout func- tion (dome light and other lights)
NOTE
 The interior light auto
-cutout function can be
deactivated. The time until the lights auto- matically go off can
be adjusted. See your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer fordetails. For vehicles equipped
with the Mitsubishi
Multi-Communication System, adjustmentscan be made using sc
reen operations. For
details, refer to the
separate owner’s manual.
Storage spaces
CAUTIONNever leave lighters,
carbonated drink cans,
or spectacles in the cabin when parking thevehicle in hot suns
hine. The cabin will
become extremely hot,
so lighters and other
flammable items may catch fire andunopened drink cans (i
ncluding beer cans)
may rupture. The heat may also deform or crack plastic spectacle
lenses and other spec-
tacle parts that are made of plastic. Keep the lids of storage spaces closed while driving the vehicle. A li
d or the contents of a
storage space could otherwise cause injuries during a sudden stop.NOTE
 Do not leave valuables
in any storage space
when leaving the vehicle.
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Driving precaution 6-2 Driving safety
6
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Utility vehicles have
higher ground clearance
and a narrower track, which enables them to perform in a wide variety of off-road situa-tions. Because of the higher ground clear- ance, these vehicles have a higher center of gravity, which makes them handle differentlythan ordinary vehicles when driving on pave- ment. They are not designed to maneuver or corner at the same speed on pavement as con-ventional 2-wheel driv
e passenger cars any
more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform sati
sfactorily in off-road condi-
tions. Always drive safely and steer the vehicle carefully. Avoid operati
ng the vehicle in a
manner that might require sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. As w
ith other vehicles of
this type, failure to ope
rate this vehicle cor-
rectly can result in loss of control or vehicle rollover. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig-nificantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Be
fore starting the vehi-
cle, always make cert
ain that you and all your
passengers are properly wearing their seatbelts (with children in the rear seat, in appro- priate restraints).
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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.  When driving on highways or dry improved roads, set the drive mode-selec-tor “4WD ECO”, “4WD AUTO” or “AWC ECO”, “NORMAL” position (if so equipped). For freeway driving, maintain a speed of approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) when traffic, roadway and weather conditionssafely 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 enginewastes 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 ca
n be seriously impaired
even 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 aler
tness, perception and
reaction time. Consul
t with your doctor or
pharmacist before dr
iving while under the
influence of any of these medications.
Driving precaution
WA R N I N G Utility vehicles have
a significantly higher
rollover rate than othe
r types of vehicles.
Avoid abrupt maneuvers and excessive speed. Always buckle up.
Fuel economy
Driving, alcohol and drugs
WA R N I N G NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Your perceptions ar
e less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment isimpaired.
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Floor mat
Driving safety 6-3
6
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The original equipment floor mat provided with your vehicle was
specifically designed
for your vehicle.Always properly positio
n the floor mat and
assure it does not inte
rfere with operation of
the pedals. Always use the retaining clip onthe driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. When used, this clip will help prevent the floor mat from moving forward and possi- bly interfering with the operation of the ped- als. To prevent the floor mat from movingforward 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.Floor mat To install the floor mat
NOTE
 The shape of the mat and the number of retaining clips may vary depending on the vehicle model.WA R N I N G If a floor mat is the
wrong size or is not
properly installed, it can interfere with theoperation of the pedals. Interference with the pedals can cause unintended accelera- tion and/or increased stopping distancesresulting in a cras
h and injury. Always
make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal. Always use the reta
ining clip on the
driver’s floorboard to secure the floormat. Always install the mat with the correct side facing down.
 Never install a second mat over or under an existing floor mat. Do not use a floor mat designed for another model vehicle ev
en if it is a Mit-
subishi genuine floor mat. Before driving, be sure to check the fol- lowing:• Periodically check that the floor mat isproperly secured with the retaining clips.If you remove the fl
oor mat while clean-
ing the inside of you
r vehicle or for any
other reason, always
check the condition
of the floor mat afte
r it has been rein-
stalled.• While the vehicle is stopped with theengine off, check that
the floor mat is not
interfering with the pedals by depressingthe pedals fully.WA R N I N G
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Driving during cold weather
Driving safety 6-5
6
 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. During extremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong. Also, the battery powerlevel may drop beca
use more power is
used for cold starting and driving. Before driving the vehicle, check to see ifthe engine runs at the proper speed and if the 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-uptime to distribute oil to all cylinders. Then drive your vehicle slowly. Stay at low speeds at first so that thetransaxle, transfer case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all lubrication points. Check the engine antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of a leak or from engine
overheating, add Mit-
subishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life Coolant Premium or equivalent.Please read this section in conjunction with the “Engine coolant” on page 9-8.
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All the parts of the brake system are critical to safety. Have the vehicle serviced by anauthorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice at regular inter-
vals according to the “WARRANTY ANDMAINTENANCE MANUAL”.
Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately
after starting, espe-
cially when the brakes are wet, to confirmthey work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brake discs and prevent normal braking after driv-ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, dry the brakes out by drivi
ng slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal. On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brakes less effective. While driving in such
conditions, pay close
attention to surrounding vehicles and to the condition of the road surface. From time to time, lightly depress the brake pedal andcheck how effective the brakes are. It is important to take advantage of the engine braking by downshifting while driving on steep downhill roads in order to prevent the brakes from overheating.
Driving during cold weather
WA R N I N G The battery gives o
ff 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 with your battery, or let a skilled mechanic do it.
WA R N I N G Never open the radiator cap when the radiator is hot. You could be seriously burned.
Braking
When brakes are wet When driving in cold weather When driving downhill
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Parking 6-6 Driving safety
6
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When parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from
the curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to the wheels. Be sure that the parki
ng brake is firmly set
when parked and that the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position. When parking on a hill, it
is important to set
the parking brake before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. This pre- vents loading the parking brake against thetransaxle. When this ha
ppens, it is difficult to
move the selector lever out of the “P” (PARK) position. Never leave the engine running while you take a short nap or rest. Also, never leave the engine running in a closed or poorly venti- lated place.
Your front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over curbs or parking stop blocks.Be careful when traveling up or down steep slopes where your bumper can scrape the road. Always remove the key from the ignition switch and lock all doors and the liftgate when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.
Move effort could be required to turn the steering wheel.Refer to “Electric power steering system (EPS)” on page 5-88.
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It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight iscalled the vehicle ca
pacity weight and
includes the weight of
all occupants, cargo
(including the roof load), non-factory-installed options, and the tongue weight of the trailer, if any, being towed. The tire and loading information placard located on thedriver’s door sill of
your vehicle will show
how much weight it may properly carry. It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before
loading your vehicle:
Parking Parking on a hill Parking with the engine run- ning
WA R N I N G Leaving the engine ru
nning risks injury or
death from accidentally moving the selec-tor lever or the accumulation of toxicexhaust fumes in the passenger compart- ment.
Where you park
WA R N I N G Do not park your vehicle in areas where combustible materials
such as dry grass or
leaves can come in contact with a hotexhaust, since a fire could occur.
When leaving the vehicle
Do not keep the steering wheel fully turned for a long time Loading information
WA R N I N G Never overload your ve
hicle. Overloading
can damage your vehicle, adversely affectvehicle performance, including handling and braking, cause tire failure, and result in an accident.
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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
6
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 uniformly distributes 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 manual transaxle oil, automatic transaxle fluid, engine oi
l, rear axle oil, belt,
cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual. For details, please refer to the “Vehicle careand maintenance” section. Check periodically to se
e that all hitch nuts
and bolts are tight.
Mitsubishi Motors recommends that any trailer having a total we
ight of 1,250 lbs (567
kg) or more (2400 models), 1,400 lbs (635kg) or more (3000 mode
ls) 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 tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system. No mat- ter how successful it
may seem, any attempt
to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle’s hydraulic system will lower braking effec- tiveness and create a potential hazard. Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state,
and local regulations.
Check with your local
recreational vehicle
dealer for the requirements in your area, and use only equipment designed for your vehi-cle. Since lighting and wiring vary by trailer type and brand, you should have a qualified tech- nician install a suitable
connector between the
vehicle and the trailer. Improper equipment or installation can cause
damage to your vehi-
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 your exhaust can enter your vehicle. Refer to “Exhaust system” on page 9-24.NOTE
 Mitsubishi Motors recommends that sway control be used whenever you are towing, to improve towing stability. For further informati
on, please contact your
authorized Mitsubish
i 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 Trailer lights
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