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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT 2012 3.G User Guide 6-18 For emergencies
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11. Check the tire inflation pressure. The recommended tire
pressure for your vehicle is listed on the tire and loading
information placard attached to the driver’s door sill

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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT 2012 3.G User Guide 6-22 For emergencies
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Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)Set the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
Turn the ignition switch to the “AC

6-22 For emergencies
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Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)Set the gearshift lever to the “N” (Neutral) position.
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position or put the oper-
ation mode in ACC and secure the steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope or tie-down strap. Never place the
ignition switch in the “LOCK” position or put the operation
mode in OFF when towing.
CAUTION
!This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using
sling lift type equipment (Type A) as illustrated.
Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front
end.Do not tow all-wheel drive vehicles with the front or
rear wheels on the ground (Type B or Type C) as
illustrated. This could result in the driving system
damage or vehicle may jump at the carriage.
If you tow all-wheel drive vehicles, use only Type D
or E equipment.
All-wheel-drive vehicles cannot be towed with only
the front or rear tires on the ground even if it is in
“2WD” drive mode.Do not tow continuously variable transmission
(CVT) vehicles with the driving wheels on the
ground (Type B) as illustrated. If the vehicle is
towed like this, the continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT) fluid may not reach all parts of the
transmission, thus damaging it.
If you tow CVT vehicles, use Type C, D or E equip-
ment.If the manual transaxle is malfunctioning or dam-
aged, transport the vehicle with the driving wheels
on a carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.
[For front-wheel drive vehicle equipped with the
active stability control (ASC)]
If the vehicle is towed with the ignition switch in the
“ON” position or the operation mode in ON and
only the front wheels or only the rear wheels raised
off the ground (Type B or C), the ASC may operate,
resulting in an accident. When towing the vehicle
with the rear wheels raised, turn the ignition switch
to the “ACC” position or put the operation mode in
ACC. When towing the vehicle with the front wheels
raised, keep the ignition switch or the operation
mode as follows.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is in “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tion.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is in OFF or ACC.
CAUTION
!
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MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT 2012 3.G User Guide Vehicle care and maintenance
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NOTECheck each battery terminal for corrosion. You can stop
more corrosion by washing with a solution of baking soda
and water. Grease the posts and clamps after c

Vehicle care and maintenance
7-23
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NOTECheck each battery terminal for corrosion. You can stop
more corrosion by washing with a solution of baking soda
and water. Grease the posts and clamps after cleaning or
tightening them.
Check to see that the battery is securely installed and can-
not be moved. Also check each terminal for tightness.
If you will not be driving your vehicle for a long period of
time, remove the battery and store it in a place where the
battery fluid will not freeze. The battery only should be
stored with a full charge.
Before cleaning the battery, tighten all the filler port caps
to keep dirt and moisture out.
Tires
N00939200494
It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms:
Cold tire pressure:
• The measured pressure after the vehicle has been parked
for at least three hours,
or
• The measured pressure when the vehicle is driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having been parked for three
hours.
Maximum pressure: the maximum permissible cold tire
inflation pressure for this tire.
Recommended inflation pressure: the inflation pressure
for optimum tire performance.
In order to prevent a short-circuit, be sure to discon-
nect the negative (-) terminal first, and reconnect it
last.If the electrolyte level is very low, have the battery
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
or a repair facility of your choice.Battery posts, terminals and related accessories con-
tain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
WA R N I N G
!
WA R N I N G
!Driving with tires that are worn, damaged or
improperly inflated is dangerous.
These type tire conditions will adversely affect vehi-
cle performance.
These type tire conditions can also cause a tread sep-
aration or blowout which may result in an accident
causing serious injury or death.Tires, including spare tire, degrade over time with
age even when they are not being used.
It is recommended that tires over 6 years generally
be replaced even if damage is not obvious.
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