ESP MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

InstrumentsE00500102447
1- Energy usage indicator ® p. 6-02
2- Multi information display ® p. 6-02
Information screen display list
® p. 6-22
3- Speedometer (km/h or mph + km/h)
4- Rheostat illumination button ® p. 6-02
Energy usage indicator
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Eco/Power zone
Indicates the total power of the motors and
engine during driving.
Charge zone
Indicates the charging power generated by the regenerative brake.
The more the needle moves, the more electric
energy is charged.
The needle of the energy usage indicator may
not enter the charge zone when the drive bat-tery is close to full charge.Meter illumination control
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Each time you press the rheostat illumination
button, there is a sound and the brightness of the instruments changes.
1- Brightness level
2- Rheostat illumination buttonNOTEl You can adjust to 8 different levels respec-
tively for when the position lamps are illu- minated and when they are not.
l When the lamp switch is in a position other
than the “OFF” position, the meter illumina-
tion switches automatically to the adjusted brightness, depending on the brightness out- side the vehicle.
l The brightness level of the instruments is
stored when the operation mode of the pow- er switch is put in OFF.
l If you press and hold the button for about 2
seconds or more when the position lamps are illuminated, the brightness level changes to
the maximum level. Pressing and holding the button for about 2 seconds or more again
returns the brightness level to the previous
level.
On vehicles equipped with the MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication Sys-
tem (MMCS), the map screen colour of MITSUBISHI Multi-Communication Sys-
tem (MMCS) may not be switched to night-
time setting when the meter illumination brightness level is at the maximum.Multi information display
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Always stop the vehicle in a safe place beforeoperating.
Instruments
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1.When you lightly press the multi infor-
mation display switch a few times, the information display switches to the serv-
ice reminder display screen.
2. Press and hold the multi information dis-
play switch for about 2 seconds or more to display “
” and make it flash. (If
there is no operation for about 10 sec- onds with flashing, the display returns tothe previous screen.)
3. Lightly press the multi information dis-
play switch while the icon is flashing to
change the display from “---” to
“CLEAR”. After this, the time until the
next periodic inspection will be dis- played.CAUTIONl The customer is responsible for making sure
that periodic inspection and maintenance are
performed.
Inspections and maintenance must be per- formed to prevent accidents and malfunc- tions.NOTEl “---” display cannot be reset when the opera-
tion mode is in ON.NOTEl When “---” is displayed, after a certain dis-
tance and a certain period of time, the dis-
play is reset and the time until the next peri- odic inspection is displayed.
l If you accidentally reset the display, we rec-
ommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.System check screen
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When the operation mode is put in ON, the
system check screen is displayed for about 4
seconds. If there is no fault, the information
screen (when the operation mode is ON) is displayed.
If there is a fault, the screen changes to warn-
ing display.
Refer to “Warning display list” on page
6-23.
NOTEl The system check screen display varies de-
pending on the customer’s equipment.
Multi information display
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This lamp will also illuminate when the oper-
ation mode of the power switch is put in ON,
and goes off after the Plug-in Hybrid EV System has started. If it does not go off after
the Plug-in Hybrid EV System has started, we recommend you to have the vehicle
checked.CAUTIONl Prolonged driving with this lamp on may
cause further damage to the emission control system. It could also affect fuel economyand drivability.
l If the lamp does not illuminate when the op-
eration mode is put in ON, we recommend
you to have the system checked.
l If the lamp illuminates while the Plug-in Hy-
brid EV System is operating, avoid driving
at high speeds and have the system inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point as soon as possible.NOTEl The engine electronic control module ac-
commodating the onboard diagnostic system has various fault data (especially about the
exhaust emission) stored.
This data will be erased if a auxiliary battery
cable is disconnected which will make a rap- id diagnosis difficult. Do not disconnect a
auxiliary battery cable when the check engine
warning lamp is ON.
Auxiliary battery charge warn-
ing lamp
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This warning lamp will illu-
minate when there is a fault with the charging system of
the auxiliary battery.
Normally, when the opera-
tion mode of the power
switch is put in ON, this warning lamp will illuminate. Then, when the Plug-in Hybrid
EV System is started and the ready indicator
illuminates, the warning lamp will go out.
CAUTIONl If the warning lamp stays on after the ready
indicator illuminates, there may be a prob- lem with the charging system for the auxili-
ary battery.
• Immediately park your vehicle in a safe
place and we recommend you to have it
checked.
• Do not charge the auxiliary battery.Plug-in Hybrid EV System
warning lamp
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This warning lamp will illu-
minate when there is a fault at the Plug-in Hybrid EV
System.
Refer to “Service precau- tions” on page 11-02.
Normally, this warning lamp illuminates when the operation mode of the power switch
is put in ON, and goes off after a few sec-
onds.
CAUTIONl If the warning lamp illuminates and “EV
SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED STOP SAFELY” warning is displayed on the multi information display while the Plug-in Hy-
brid EV System is running, park your vehi-
cle in a safe place as soon as possible and contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point to have the system checked.
Warning lamps
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WARNINGlThe headlamp beams (high/low) may not
be switched automatically under certain
circumstances. Do not overestimate the system. It is the responsibility of the driv-
er to switch the headlamp beams (high/
low) manually to suit each driving condi- tion.
Refer to “Dipper (High/Low beam
change)” on page 6-54How to use the AHB
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1. Rotate the lamp switch to the “” posi-
tion or “AUTO” position when the Plug-
in Hybrid EV System is operating.
NOTEl If the headlamps are on when the lamp
switch is in the “AUTO” position, the AHB works.2. Press the AHB switch.
The AHB is activated and the indicator
will illuminate.
If the AHB switch is pressed again, the AHB will be deactivated and the AHB
indicator will go off.
NOTEl You can switch the headlamp beams (high/
low) manually by operating the lever even if the AHB is working.
Refer to “Dipper (High/Low beam change)”
on page 6-54
If the lever is operated manually, the AHB indicator will go off and the AHB will be
deactivated.
Refer to “Manual switching” on page 6-55.
l The AHB is not deactivated when you pull
the lever slightly (operation of the headlamp flasher).
Manual switching
Switching to low beam
1. Pull the lever towards you.
2. The AHB indicator will go off.
3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the
AHB will activated.
Switching to high-beam 1. Pull the lever towards you.
2. The AHB indicator will go off and the
high-beam indicator illuminates.
3. The AHB switch is pressed again, the
AHB will activated.
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The high-beam headlamps illuminate whenall of the following conditions are met:
l Your vehicle speed exceeds approxi-
mately 40 km/h (25 mph).
Combination headlamps and dipper switch
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NOTE•When the wipers operate at a constant in-
terval despite changes in the extent of rain.
• When the wipers do not operate even
though it is raining.
l The wipers may automatically operate when
things such as insects or foreign objects are affixed to the windscreen on top of the rainsensor or when the windscreen is frozen.
Objects affixed to the windscreen will stop
the wipers when the wipers cannot remove them. To operate the wipers again, move the
lever in the “LO” or “HI” position.
Also, the wipers may operate automatically
due to strong direct sunlight or electromag- netic wave. To stop the wipers, place thelever in the “OFF” position.
l Contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point when replacing the wind-
screen or reinforcing the glass around the sensor.To adjust the sensitivity of the
rain sensor
With the lever in the “AUTO” (rain sensor) position, it is possible to adjust the sensitivityof the rain sensor by turning the knob (B).
“+”- Higher sensitivity to rain
“-”- Lower sensitivity to rain
NOTEl It is possible to activate the following func-
tions.
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-
tive) can be changed to intermittent opera-
tion (vehicle-speed sensitive).
• Automatic operation (rain droplet sensi-
tive) can be changed to intermittent opera-
tion (except vehicle-speed sensitive).
For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.NOTEOn vehicles equipped with the Smartphone
Link Display Audio or the MITSUBISHI
Multi-Communication System (MMCS), screen operations can be used to make theadjustment. Refer to the separate owner’s
manual for details.
Misting function
Move the lever in the direction of the arrow
and release, to operate the wipers once.
Use this function when you are driving in
mist or drizzle.
The wipers will operate once if the lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released
when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. The wipers will continue to operate while the lev- er is held in the “MIST” position.
Wiper and washer switch
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Economical drivingE00600102422
For economical driving, there are some tech- nical requirements that have to be met. Theprerequisite for low fuel consumption is a
properly adjusted engine. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle and the most eco- nomical operation, we recommend you tohave the vehicle checked at regular intervals in accordance with the service standards.
Fuel economy and generation of exhaust gas
and noise are highly influenced by personal
driving habits as well as the particular operat- ing conditions. The following points shouldbe observed in order to minimize wear of
brakes, tyres and engine as well as to reduce
environmental pollution.
Starting and acceleration
Avoid driving when the accelerator pedal ispressed way down, such as for unnecessarily sudden starts, acceleration and deceleration.
Smoothly depress the accelerator pedal.
Observe the speed limit and keep the speed
as constant as possible while driving.
Idling
Parking for a long period with the ready indi-
cator illuminated will shorten the cruising
range.
Speed
The higher the vehicle speed, the more drive
battery is consumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight release of the accelerator
pedal will save a significant amount of drive battery.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular intervals. Low tyre inflation pressure increa-ses road resistance and fuel consumption. In addition, low tyre pressures adversely affect
tyre wear and driving stability.
Cargo loads
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the
luggage compartment. Especially during city
driving where frequent starting and stopping is necessary, the increased weight of the ve-
hicle will greatly affect fuel consumption. Al- so avoid driving with unnecessary luggage or carriers, etc., on the roof; the increased air re- sistance will increase fuel consumption.
Air conditioning
Too much cooling/heating can affect the cruising range, so maintain an appropriatetemperature to extend the cruising range.
Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving after drinking alcohol is one of the
most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously im- paired even with blood alcohol levels far be-
low 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
taking a cold shower will not make you so- ber.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription
drugs affect your alertness, perception and re- action time. Consult with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under the in- fluence of any of these medications.WARNINGl NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired.Safe driving techniques
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Driving safety and protection against injury
cannot be fully ensured. However, we recom- mend that you pay extra attention to the fol-
lowing:
Economical driving
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To return to the normal regen-erative brake force level of B2
Pull the “+” paddle for approximately 2 sec-
onds or longer. The select lever position indi-
cator displays “D”.
S-AWC (Super All Wheel
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S-AWC is an integrated vehicle dynamics
control system that helps enhance driving
performance, cornering performance, and ve-
hicle stability over a wide range of driving conditions through integrated management of the twin motor 4WD, the AYC (Active Yaw
Control), the ABS and the ASC.
CAUTIONl Do not over-rely on the S-AWC. Even the S-
AWC cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle. This sys- tem, like any other system, has limits and
cannot help you to maintain traction and
control of the vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless driving may lead to accidents. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive carefully.
This means taking into account the traffic,
road and environmental conditions.
Twin Motor 4WD
This system improves vehicle stability per-
formance and fuel economy performanceduring acceleration and deceleration by mo-
tors provided at front and rear wheels, re- spectively, controlling the distribution of a
drive force between the front and rear wheels optimal for the operation of the driver.
Active yaw control system
(AYC)
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The AYC is a system, with a left-right differ- ential limiting function and yaw control func-
tion, that controls the left-right driving/brak-
ing force by managing the brake.
CAUTIONl Control of the braking force does not en-
hance the stopping performance of the vehi-
cle, therefore, pay careful attention to the safety of your surroundings when driving.
Left-right differential limiting
function
The left-right differential limiting function is
a function that enhances driving performance and vehicle stability by preventing idle spin-
ning of a wheel when driving on a slippery road or when the road surfaces of left andright wheels are different.
Yaw control function
The yaw control function is a function thatenhances vehicle cornering performance and vehicle stability with management of vehicle
turning power (yaw moment) by controlling the brake force when the vehicle does not
turn in response to steering input, such as
when the steering wheel is turned quickly or when driving on a slippery road.
4WD lock switch
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If the 4WD lock switch is pressed when the
power mode is “ON”, it will switch to “4WD LOCK.”
S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control)
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If the ECO mode switch is switched OFF, the
drive mode will be returned to “4WD LOCK” mode.
Refer to “ECO mode switch” on page 6-61.
4-wheel drive operation
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Your vehicle has been designed primarily foruse on paved roads.
But its unique 4-wheel drive system allows
you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar lo-
cations.
Not only does this ensure 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 or
towing in rough conditions.
It is particularly important to note that 4-
wheel drive may not give sufficient hill
climbing ability with the regenerative brake on steep slopes. You should try to avoid driv- ing on steep slopes.
Also, you must exercise caution when driving on sand and mud and when driving through
water because sufficient traction may not be
available in certain circumstances.
Please avoid driving the vehicle through
areas where the tyres may get stuck in deep sand or mud.WARNINGl Do not over-rely on the 4-wheel drive ve-
hicles. Even 4-wheel drive vehicles have
limits to the system and ability to main- tain control and traction. Reckless driving may lead to accidents. Always drive care-
fully, taking account of the road condi-
tions.
l Improperly operating this vehicle on or
off-paved roads can cause an accident or
rollover in which you and your passengers
could be seriously injured or killed.
• Follow all instructions and guidelines in
the owner’s manual.
• Keep your speed low and do not drive
faster than conditions allow you to.NOTEl Driving on rough roads can be hard on a ve-
hicle. Before you leave paved roads, be sure all scheduled maintenance and service has
been done, and that you have inspected your vehicle. Pay special attention to the condi- tion of the tyres, and check the tyre pres-
sures.
l MITSUBISHI
MOTORS is not responsible
for any damage or injury caused or liability
incurred by improper and negligent opera- tion of a vehicle by the operator. All techni-
ques of vehicle operation depend on the skill and experience of the operator and other par- ticipating parties. Any deviation from the
recommended operating instructions above is at their own risk.
l Note that the stopping distance required of a
4-wheel drive vehicle differs very little from
that of a 2-wheel drive vehicle. When driv- ing on a snow-covered road or a slippery,muddy surface, make sure that you keep a
sufficient distance between your vehicle and
the one ahead of you.
l The driving posture should be more upright;
adjust the seat to a good position for easy steering and pedal operation. Be sure to wear
the seat belt.
l After driving on rough roads, check each
part of the vehicle and wash it thoroughlywith water. Refer to the “Inspection andmaintenance following rough road opera-
tion” section and “Maintenance” section.
4-wheel drive operation
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NOTElWhen the battery charge mode switch or the
battery save mode switch is pressed while
driving in the EV priority mode, the mode changes to the selected mode.
If the EV switch is pressed, the mode is re- turned to the EV priority mode.
However, the mode may not return to the
EV priority mode depending on the remain- ing power in the drive battery.
l In any of the situations listed below, the EV
priority mode continues even if the engine is
automatically started.
• When the accelerator pedal is fully de-
pressed.
• When the vehicle speed is over 120 km/h.
• When the demister switch is pressed.
l If the ambient temperature is low, the engine
may start for heating when the Plug-in Hy-
brid EV system is started with air condition- er performed.
If you want to stop the engine running, se-
lect the EV priority mode with the operation
mode of the power switch in ON before starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system.
l In the EV priority mode, the accelerator ped-
al response may be negative even if the ac-
celerator pedal is depressed or released.
l The motor output in the EV priority mode
may decrease due to the deteriorated drive
battery or the ambient temperature falls. In such a case, start the engine by cancelling
the EV priority mode to secure the motor output.Battery save mode switch
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The remaining quantity of the drive battery
can be kept if you drive in the EV driving mode at a residential area or use electric
power at the destination.
Moreover, the electric power consumption of
the drive battery can also be held down by
pressing the battery save mode switch while high-speed driving.
If the battery save mode switch is pressed
while the ready indicator is on, the engine will start to keep the remaining quantity of
the drive battery, the vehicle operates in the series hybrid mode or the parallel hybrid mode.
It can be cancelled, if it is pressed once again.If the battery save mode is activated, the fol-
lowing image is displayed on the information screen in the multi-information display.NOTEl The engine may stop when the vehicle stops
or is running.
l Even if the battery save mode switch is
pressed, the engine may not start dependingon the condition of the remaining drive bat-
tery capacity or the Plug-in Hybrid EV sys- tem control.
Additionally, the battery save mode may not
be activated depending on the remaining fuel
quantity.
l When the battery charge mode switch or the
EV switch is pressed while driving in the battery save mode, the mode changes to the
selected mode.
Refer to “Battery charge mode switch” on page 7-28 or “EV switch” on page 7-25.
If the battery save mode switch is pressed, the mode is returned to the battery save
mode.
Battery save mode switch
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WARNINGlDo not turn off the Plug-in Hybrid EV
System while your vehicle is in motion. If
you turn off the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys- tem while driving, the power assistancefor the braking system will stop working
and your brakes will not work effectively.
l If the power assist is lost or if either brake
hydraulic system stops working properly,
have your vehicle checked immediately.
Warning display
The brake warning lamp illuminates to indi-
cate a fault in the braking system. A warning
is also displayed on the multi information display. Refer to “Brake warning lamp (red)”
on page 6-48 and “Brake warning display” on
page 6-51.
When brakes are wet
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 driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal.
When driving downhillWARNINGl Do not leave any objects near the brake
pedal or let a floor mat slide under it; do- ing so could prevent the full pedal stroke
that would be necessary in an emergency. Make sure that the pedal can be operated freely at all times. Make sure that thefloor mat is securely held in place.CAUTIONl Put the selector lever to “B” position accord-
ing to the grade of a slope or the speed in along downward slope, and use the regenera-
tive brake together.
If you depress the brake pedal and slowing down is repeated frequently, the foot brake
may be overheated and effectiveness may worsen.CAUTIONl Effectiveness of the regenerative brake be-
comes weak when the drive battery is close
to full charge and loses its effect at the full
charge.
In this case, since the foot brake is effective,
use the foot brake and slow down your vehi-
cle speed beforehand.
The energy usage indicator stops swaying in the charge zone closer to full charge.
Refer to “Energy usage indicator” on page 6-02
In such case, drive at low speed in advance.
And if needed use the foot brake to slow
down the vehicle speed before the vehicle speed increases.
The regenerative brake comes to be effective if the drive battery remaining power is con-
sumed.
Brake pad
l Avoid hard braking situations.
New brakes need to be broken-in by
moderate use for the first 200 km
(124 miles).
l The disc brakes are provided with a
warning device which emits a shrieking
metallic sound while braking if the brake pads have reached their wear limit. Ifyou hear this sound, have the brake padsreplaced immediately.
Braking
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