engine MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT 2012 3.G Owners Manual

Introduction
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Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER
SPORT/RVR.
We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engi-
neered for optimum performance, durability and comfort. By
thoroughly reading this Owner’s Manual, you will gain an
understanding of the many features that are included in the
OUTLANDER SPORT/RVR. The Owner’s Manual contains
descriptions and illustrations that will assist in the operation
and maintenance of your vehicle.
Your Authorized Mitsubishi Motors Dealer will be happy to
assist you with any further questions you may have regarding
the operation of your vehicle.
Please note that this manual applies to all OUTLANDER
SPORT/RVR models and explains all features including
options. Some features explained in this manual may not be
installed on your vehicle.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained here.
This manual includes instructions for standard and optional
equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and to make additions or improvements in its
product without assuming any obligation to install these on
previously manufactured products.
Throughout this manual the words WARNING and
CAUTION appear.
These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
!
Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE Gives helpful information.
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to
read “on-pavement” and “off-road” driving guidelines in the
“Driving safety” and “Features and controls” sections.
WA R N I N G
!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproduc-
tive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
©2011 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Printed in Japan
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Overview
Instruments and controls
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Cruise control switch
(if so equipped) P.3-109 Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch
P.3-106, 3-140
Ignition switch (if so equipped)
P.3-22, 3-68 Tilt & Telescopic steering lever P.3-61Wiper and washer switch P.3-199
Rear window wiper and washer
switch P.3-206 Instrument cluster P.3-128
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) P.2-43, 2-53
Horn switch P.3-209Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-188
Turn signal lever P.3-197
Front fog light switch (if so equipped) P.3-198
Sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter
(if so equipped) P.3-82
Steering wheel audio remote control
switches (if so equipped) P.5-92
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-210 Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped)
P. 3 - 1 9 6
Engine switch (if so equipped)
P. 3 - 2 2
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-53
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Drive mode-selector (if so equipped)
P. 3 - 8 6Center vents P.5-2
Gearshift or selector lever P.3-73, 3-77 12V power outlet P.3-243Glove compartment P.3-252
Fuel tank filler door
release lever P.1-4Rear window defogger switch P.3-208Side vents P.5-2
Engine hood release lever
P. 7 - 4
Hazard warning flasher switch P.3-198 Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System
(if so equipped)
Audio (if so equipped) P.5-46
Clock (if so equipped) P.5-103
Air conditioning P.5-6, 5-16, 5-25, 5-35Key slot (if so equipped) P.3-28
Cup holder P.3-256 Fuses P.7-40 Multi-information meter switch
P. 3 - 1 3 4
Parking brake lever P.7-33
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Outside
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Power window P.3-54
Front turn signal lights
P.3-197, 7-48, 7-56Engine hood P.7-4
Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Outside rearview mirrors
P.3-66 Windshield wipers P.3-199
Front fog lights (if so equipped)
P.3-198, 7-48, 7-58Side turn signal light
P.3-197, 7-48, 7-57
Headlights, low beam
P.3-193, 7-48, 7-51 Headlights, high beam
P.3-193, 7-48, 7-53
Front side-marker and parking lights
P.3-188, 7-48, 7-55
Daytime running lights (if so equipped)
P.3-188, 7-48, 7-61
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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NOTE
For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display” on page 3-
132.

These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON” or the
operation mode is put in ON.
Warning lights
Do this
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Charging system warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for
assistance.P. 3-184
or
Brake warning light
If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking brake is
fully released.

If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, immediately stop and
check the brake fluid level.

If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction. Avoid
hard braking and high speed, and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.P. 3-182
or
Engine malfunction indicator
(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”)
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, have the
engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair
facility of your choice as soon as possible. If the vehicle is not drivable, con-
tact emergency roadside assistance at 1-888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in
U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer, or local towing company for assistance.P. 3-183
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2 Quick indexAnti-lock braking system warning
light
When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not functioning and
only the ordinary braking system is functioning.

Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Test the system as described on page 3-100.

If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we recom-
mend that you have the system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.P. 3-100
SRS warning light
It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend that
you have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system checked at an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possible.P. 2-52
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light
If the warning light comes on, you should stop and adjust the tires to the
proper inflation pressure as soon as possible.
(See “Tire inflation pressures” on page 7-27.)
Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will go off after a few
minutes of driving.

If the warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute and then remains con-
tinuously illuminated, the system is not operating properly. If the system
returns to normal, the warning light will go off. If the warning light does not
go off, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.P. 3 - 1 1 7
Warning lights
Do this
Ref. Page
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If this problem occurs...
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Problem
Do this
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Cannot turn the key.
(except for vehicles equipped
with the F.A.S.T.-key)Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.P. 3-70
Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.
Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.
Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT):
Check the position of the selector lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.P. 3-69
The engine does not start when
the engine switch is pressed.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F. A . S . T. - k e y )Make sure the F.A.S.T.-key is in the vehicle.
Vehicles with manual transaxle:
Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down, and then press the engine switch while
depressing the brake pedal.
Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT):
Make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position, and then press the engine
switch while depressing the brake pedal.P. 3-26
The F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F. A . S . T. - k e y )Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the door.
Insert the F.A.S.T.-key into the key slot inside the glove compartment, and then start the
engine or change the operation mode.P. 3-30
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4 Quick indexCannot shift the selector lever
from the “P” (PARK) position.
(for vehicles with continuously
variable transmission (CVT))Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON.P. 3 - 7 6
The windows are fogged up.
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower.P. 5-14, 5-23,
5-33, 5-43
The engine does not start.
The lights do not come on.
The lights are dim.
The horn does not honk.
The horn sound is weak.Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.P. 6 - 2 ,
P. 7 - 1 7
Problem
Do this
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Problem
Do this
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The engine coolant tempera-
ture display “ ” in the multi-
information display is flashing.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.
Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.P. 6 - 5
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6 Quick indexIf your vehicle becomes stuck
in sand, mud or snow1. Slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving again. For
an all-wheel drive vehicle, set the drive mode-selector to the “4WD AUTO” or
“4WD LOCK” position and then slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get
your vehicle moving.
2. If there is nothing to stop your tires from slipping, rock your vehicle back and forth
to free it.P. 6 - 2 3
WA R N I N G
!
When trying to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, make sure that there are no people nearby. The rocking
motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders.
Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in overheating
and transaxle failure.
If your vehicle is still stuck after several rocking attempts, call for help.
Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
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