maintenance MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER III 2016 User Guide

Multi Information display - Type 1
Features and controls 5-137
5
When the display is reset, the time until the next periodic inspection
is displayed and the
warning display is no longer displayed when the ignition switch is switched from the “OFF” or “LOCK” position to the “ON”position or the operation mode is changed from OFF to ON. 1. When you lightly press the multi informa- tion display switch, the informationscreen switches to the service reminder display screen. 2. Press and hold the mu
lti information dis-
play switch (for about 2 seconds or more) to display “ ” and make
it flash. (If there
is no operation for ab
out 10 seconds with
this indicator flashing,
the display returns
to the previous screen.)
3. With this indicator flashing, if you lightly press the multi information displayswitch, the screen sw
itches from “---” to
“CLEAR”. After that, the time until the next periodic inspection is shown.
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When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, the system check screen is displayed forabout 4 seconds. If there is no fault, the infor- mation screen is displayed. If there is a fault, the screen changes to warn-ing display. Refer to “Warning display list” on page 5-156.
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 th
e operation mode is in
ON.
 When “---” is displaye
d, after a certain dis-
tance and a certain pe
riod of time, the dis-
play is reset and the time until the nextperiodic inspecti
on is displayed.
 If you accidentally rese
t the display, consult
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for assistance.
System check screen
NOTE
 The system check screen display varies depending on your equipment.NOTE
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Multi Information display - Type 2 5-150 Features and controls
5
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The fuel remaining disp
lay indicates the fuel
level in the fuel tank
when the ignition switch
is in the “ON” position.
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When the remaining fuel level runs low (one segments displayed), the last segment of the fuel gauge flashes when
the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position. When the remaining fuel level very runs low (no segments displayed), “ ” and the bar graph flash. If the warning display appears, refuel as soon as possible.
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Displays the approximate time until the next recommended periodic
inspection. “---” is
displayed when the inspection time has arrived.
CAUTION There is a danger the ro
ad might be icy, even
when this symbol is not flashing, so pleasetake care when driving.
Fuel remaining display 1- Full 0- Empty
NOTE
 It may take several se
conds to stabilize the
display after refilling the tank.
 If fuel is added with the ignition switch in the “ON” position, th
e remaining fuel dis-
play may incorrectly i
ndicate the fuel level.
 The fuel lid mark (A) indicates that the fuel tank filler door is located on the left side ofthe vehicle. (Refer to “Filling the fuel tank” on page 3-3.)
Fuel remaining warning display
NOTE
CAUTION Running out of gas coul
d damage the cata-
lytic converter.If the warning display appears, refuel as soonas possible.NOTE
 On hills or curves, the display may be incor- rect due to the movement
of fuel in the tank.
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.
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Multi Information display - Type 2
Features and controls 5-151
5
1. Shows the time until the next periodic inspection. 2. This informs you that a periodic inspec- tion is due. Contact
an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer or a repair facilityof 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.
The “---” display can be reset while the igni- tion switch is in the “OFF” position. 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
2 seconds or more to
make the spanner mark start flashing. (If there is no operation for about 10 secondswith flashing, the display will revert to its original indication.) 3. With this indicator flashing, if you lightlypress the multi information display switch, the screen sw
itches from “---” to
“cLEAr”. After that, the time until thenext periodic inspection is shown.
NOTE
 Shows the distance in
units of 100 miles (100
km) and the time in units of 1 month.
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 is in
the “ON” position.
 When “---” is displaye
d, after a certain dis-
tance and a certain pe
riod of time, the dis-
play is reset and the time until the next periodic inspecti
on is displayed.
 If you accidentally rese
t the display, consult
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer forassistance.
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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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Trailer towing
Driving safety 6-13
6
Tongue loads can be adjusted by proper dis- tribution of the load in the trailer. This can bechecked 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 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, automatictransaxle 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 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 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 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 youremove 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, 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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Air purifier
Comfort controls 7-15
7
The air conditioner should be operated for at least five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This includes the quick defrostingmode. Operating the
air condition system
weekly maintains lubrication of the compres- sor internal parts to keep the air conditionerin the best operating condition.
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The air conditioning syst
em is equipped with
an air filter to remove pollen and dust. The air filter’s ability to collect pollen anddirt is reduced as it be
comes dirty, so replace
it periodically. For the
maintenance interval,
refer to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTE-NANCE MANUAL”.
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The audio system can only be used when theignition switch or the
operation mode is in
ON or ACC.
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 This product supports audio playback from iPod/iPhone devi
ces, however dif-
fering versions mean
that playback cannot
be guaranteed. Please be aware that depending on the iPod/iPhone model or
version, operation
may differ.
During a long period of disuse Air purifier
NOTE
 Operation in certain conditions such as driv- ing on a dusty road and frequent use of the air conditioner can lead
to reduction of ser-
vice life of the filter. When you feel that theair flow is lower than normal or when the windshield or windows start to fog up easily, replace the air filter.Contact your Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a
repair facility of your
choice for assistance.
AM/FM radio/CD player
(if
so equipped)
NOTE
 To listen to the audio system while the engine is not running, turn the ignitionswitch to the “ACC”
position or put the oper-
ation mode in ACC. If the ignition switch
or the operation mode
is left in ACC, the accessory power will automatically turn off after a certain period of time and you will no
longer be able to use
the audio system. The accessory power comes on again if the ignition switch or the engine switch is operated with it in the“ACC” position. Refer to “ACC power auto- cutout function” on page 5-19 and 5-60.  If a cellular phone is used inside the vehicle, it may create noise in
the audio equipment.
This does not mean that anything is wrongwith your audio equipmen
t. In such a case,
use the cellular phone at a place as far away as possible from the audio equipment.
 If foreign objects or wa
ter get into the audio
equipment, or if smoke or a strange odorcomes from it, immediately turn off theaudio system and have
it checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. Never try torepair it yourself. Avoid using the audio sys- tem until it is inspected by a qualified per- son.  If the audio system is damaged by foreign objects, water, or fire, have the systemchecked by a qualified Mitsubishi Motors technician.
Important Points on Usage

iPod/iPhone Playback Function
(if
so equipped)
NOTE
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9
Vehicle care and maintenanceService precautions ..........................................................................9-2 Catalytic converter ...........................................................................9-2 Engine hood .........
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View of the engine compartment .....................................................9-5 Engine oil and oil filter ....................................................................9-6 Engine coolant .................................................................................9-8Air cleaner filter ...............................................................................9-9 Automatic transaxle fluid (if so equipped) ..................................... 9-11 Continuously variable transmission
(CVT) fluid (if so equipped) . 9-11
Transfer oil (All-wheel drive models) ...........................................9-12 Rear axle oil (All-wheel drive models) .........................................9-12 Washer fluid ...................................................................................9-12Brake fluid .....................................................................................9-12 Battery ............................................................................................9-13 Tires ...............................................................................................9-15Brake pedal free play .....................................................................9-21 Parking brake .................................................................................9-22 Wiper blades ..................................................................................9-22Emission-control system maintenance ..........................................9-22 General maintenance .....................................................................9-23 For cold and snowy weather ..........................................................9-25Fusible links ...................................................................................9-25 Fuses ..............................................................................................9-25 Replacement of light bulbs ............................................................9-29Vehicle care precautions ................................................................9-38 Cleaning the inside of your vehicle .......
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Cleaning the outside of your vehicle .....
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Service precautions 9-2 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Taking regular care of your vehicle will pre- serve its value and appe
arance as long as pos-
sible. You can do some of the maintenance work yourself, and the rest should only be per- formed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. If you discover a malfunction or other prob- lem, have it corrected by an authorized Mit-subishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. This section descri
bes the maintenance
inspections that you can do yourself, if you so desire. Follow the instructions and precau- tions for each procedure.
Have you purchased the Mitsubishi Motors Diamond Care Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new
vehicle warranties.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
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The catalytic converter requires you to useunleaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline willdestroy the emission-control effectiveness of the converter. Normally, the
catalytic converter does not
require maintenance. Ho
wever, it is important
to keep the engine properly tuned for the con- verter to continue to work properly.
Service precautions A- Cooling fans B- Caution label
*: Front of the vehicleWA R N I N G When checking or servicing the inside of the engine compartment, be sure theengine is stopped and has had a chance to cool down. If you need to work
in the engine compart-
ment with the engine running, be espe- cially careful that your clothing, hair, etc.does not get caught in the cooling fans, drive belts, or other moving parts. The cooling fans can turn on automati- cally even if the engine is not running. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”position to be safe while you work in the engine compartment. Do not smoke or allow open flames around fuel or the battery. The fumes are flamma- ble. Be extremely careful when working around the battery. It
contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid. Do not get under your ve
hicle while it is on
a jack. Always use properly rated automotive jack stands. Handling your vehicle’s parts and materi- als in the wrong way can injure you. Askan authorized Mitsub
ishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice if you have questions.
Catalytic converter
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Engine hood
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-3
9
To reduce the possibili
ty of catalytic con-
verter damage:  Use UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY of the type of recommended in the “Fuel selection”. Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of gas could damage the catalytic converter. Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. If the battery is weak or run down, use jumper cables toproperly start the engine.
 Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed, such aswhen performing
diagnosti
c tests.
 Do not idle the engine
for a long time if it
is idling roughly or otherwise obviouslymalfunctioning.  To prevent the catalytic converter from being damaged from unburned gas, do notrace the engine when turning off the igni- tion switch.  Stop driving the vehicle if you think the performance is noticeably low, or the engine has a malfunction such as with theignition, etc. If you are not able to stop driving immediately,
slow down and drive
for only a short time. Have your vehiclechecked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon
as possible.
 In unusual situations involving major engine problems, a burning odor may indicate severe and abnormal catalyticconverter overheating.
If this occurs, stop
in a safe place, shut the engine off and let the vehicle cool. Once
the engine is cool,
immediately take your
vehicle to a dealer
or a repair facility of your choice for ser- vice.
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Use the engine hood release lever (located under the instrument panel near the driver’s door) to unlock the engine hood. Pull the lever toward you to release the engine hood latch.
CAUTION Damage to the catalyti
c converter can result
if your vehicle is not
kept in proper operating
condition. If the engine
malfunctions or mis-
fires, or if your vehi
cle performance suffers,
have it serviced promptly. Running your vehicle when it is
overheated may result in
damage to the converter and vehicle.WA R N I N G Do not park or run your vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can come
in contact with a
hot exhaust, since a fire could occur. Do not put undercoat paint on the cata- lytic converter.
Engine hood To open
WA R N I N G Never use the release lever to unlatch the engine hood while the
vehicle is in motion.
Do not drive your vehicle unless the engine hood is locked.
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Engine hood 9-4 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Release the lever and
lift the engine hood.
Support the engine hood with the hood prop. Insert the hood prop securely in the opening under the hood marked with an arrow.
Unlatch the prop from the engine hood and put it back in its retainer. Slowly lower the engine hood about 8 inches (20 cm), then let it drop from its own weight.
NOTE
 To prevent damage to the engine hood and wipers, make sure the
wipers are at resting
position when you open the engine hood.
CAUTION Always insert the support prop into the hole specially made for it. Propping the enginehood at any other place
could cause the prop
to slip out and lead
to an accident.
The hood prop can fall out if the hood is lifted by a strong wind.
To close
CAUTION Be careful not to trap your hands or fingers when closing the engine hood.
 Make sure the engine hood is firmly closed before driving.If you drive without the engine hood com-pletely closed, it c
ould open up while driv-
ing.NOTE
 If this does not clos
e the engine hood prop-
erly, drop it again from a slightly higher position.  Do not push down strongly on the engine hood. Depending on how strongly or whereyou push down, you could create a dent in the vehicle body.  If you drive with the e
ngine hood left open, a
warning display is displayed on the informa- tion screen in the multi-information display.CAUTION
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