fog light MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL 2012 Owners Manual

Overview
Instruments and controls
N00100201374
Cruise control switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 - 1 4 2 Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch
P.3-139
Ignition switch P.3-25, 3-88Steering wheel tilt lock lever
P. 3 - 8 1 Wiper and washer switch P.3-227
Rear window wiper and washer
switch P.3-234 Instrument cluster P.3-161
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) P.2-61, 2-71
Horn switch P.3-237Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-216
Turn signal lever P.3-224
Front fog light switch
(if so equipped) P.3-226
Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter (if so equipped)
P.3-100, 3-110
Steering wheel audio remote control
switches (if so equipped) P.5-120
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped)
P. 3 - 2 3 8Headlight leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-223
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Overview
Outside
N00100601264
Power window P.3-71
Front turn signal lights P.3-224, 7-49, 7-60Engine hood P.7-4Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Outside rearview mirrors P.3-86
Side turn-signal light (if so equipped)
P.3-224, 7-49, 7-62 Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-76
Windshield wipers P.3-227
Front fog lights (if so equipped) P.3-226, 7-49, 7-62Side turn-signal light (if so equipped)
P.3-224, 7-49, 7-61
Daytime running light P.3-216, 7-49, 7-56 Headlights, low beam
P.3-220, 7-49, 7-52Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-220, 7-49, 7-58
Headlights, high beam P.3-220, 7-49, 7-54Front side-marker and parking
lights P.3-216, 7-49, 7-58 Front side-marker and
parking lights
P.3-216, 7-49, 7-58Front turn signal lights P.3-224, 7-49, 7-60 [Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type][For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]
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4 Quick indexThe 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 - 2 1
Problem
Do this
Ref. Page
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Features and controls
Break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 5
Keyless entry system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 9
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 16
Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 53
Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 57
Child safety locks for rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 59
Flap-fold tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 60
Inside tailgate release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 64
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 65
Power window control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 71
Sunroof (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 76
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 80
Steering wheel tilt lock lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 81
Inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 82
Outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 86
Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 88
Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 90
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 91
Automatic transaxle (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 93
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) (if so equipped). . . . . . . 3- 104
Electronically controlled 4WD system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 3- 114
S-AWC (Super-All Wheel Control) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 117
4-wheel drive operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 122
Inspection and maintenance following rough road operation . . . . . . 3- 126
Cautions on the handling of 4-wheel drive vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 126
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 128
Hill start assist (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 130
Brake assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 132
Anti-lock braking system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 133
Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 137Active stability control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 137
Cruise control (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 142
Tire pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 150
Rear-view camera (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 156
Instrument cluster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 161
Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 165
Indicator light, warning light, and
information screen display list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 197
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 210
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 210
Information screen display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 213
Combination headlights and dimmer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 216
Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 223
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 224
Hazard warning flasher switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 225
Front fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 226
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 227
Electric rear window defogger switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 236
Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 237
Link System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 237
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 238
USB input terminal (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 263
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 269
12 V power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 270
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 272
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 276
Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 283
Bottle holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 285
Cargo area cover (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 287
Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 289
Coat hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 290
Luggage hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 290
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Features and controls
3-87
3
To fold the mirror
N00549200073
The outside mirror can be folded in towards the side window to
prevent damage when parking in tight locations.
Door mirror heater
(if so equipped)
N00549300162
When the rear window defogger switch is pressed with the
engine running, the outside rearview mirrors are defogged or
defrosted. Current will flow through the heater element inside
the mirrors, thus clearing away frost or condensation.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the defogger is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 min-
utes.
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Features and controls
3-197
3 Indicator light, warning light, and information screen display list
N00557700019
Indicator and warning light list
N00557800225
Type A Type B1- Position indicator → P.3-210
2- High beam indicator → P.3-210
3- Charging system warning light → P.3-212
4- Turn signal indicator/hazard warning light → P.3-210
5- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-210
6- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-134
7- The tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P. 3 -
151
8- Brake warning light → P.3-210
9- Cruise control indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-14310- Seat belt reminder/warning light → P.2-43
11- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P. 2 - 7 0
12- ECO mode indicator (if so equipped) → P. 3 - 2 1 0
13- Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON”
or “Check engine light”) → P. 3 - 2 1 1
14- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator (if so
equipped) → P. 3 - 1 4 0
15- Active stability control (ASC) indicator → P.3-140
16- Information screen display list → P.3-198
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3-210 Features and controls
3Indicators
N00519900127
Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
N00520000216
The arrows will flash in time with the corresponding exterior
turn signals when the turn signal lever is used.
Both arrows will flash when the hazard warning flasher switch
is pressed.NOTE
If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if the indicator
stays on without flashing, check for a malfunctioning turn
signal light bulb or turn signal connection.High beam indicator
N00520100086
A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.Front fog light indicator
(if so equipped)
N00520200175
This indicator comes on while the front fog lights are on.Position indicator
N00551300026
This indicator light illuminates while the position lights are on.ECO mode indicator
(if so equipped)
N00568800010
This indicator will be displayed when fuel-efficient driving is
achieved.
Warning lights
N00520300147
Brake warning light
N00520400395
This light comes on when the key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion (engine off).
When the engine is started, the light should go off a few sec-
onds later. A warning is also displayed in the multi-information
display.
The warning light also illuminates after starting the engine
under the following conditions.

When the parking brake is still applied.

When the brake fluid level is low.

When the brake system circuit is not working properly.
Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is fully released
and brake warning light is off.
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3-216 Features and controls
3Combination headlights and dimmer switch
N00522500651
HeadlightsNOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running. The battery
will run down.

When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
Type 1Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
The combinations of switch operations and illuminated lights
differ in accordance with the following conditions.
Except for vehicles equipped with daytime running lights
OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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3-226 Features and controls
3Front fog light switch
(if so equipped)
N00522800348
The front fog lights illuminate only when the headlights are on
low beam.
Turning the knob in the direction of the “ON” position turns on
the front fog lights as well as the indicator in the instrument
cluster. To turn them off, turn the knob in the direction of the
“OFF” position.
The knob will return to the neutral position when it is released.NOTE
If the headlights are switched to high beam, the front fog
lights will go out; they will illuminate again when the
headlights are switched back to low beam.
If the light switch is rotated to the “OFF” or “ ” posi-
tion while the front fog lights are illuminated, they will
automatically turn off. They can be turned back on again
by rotating the combination headlights and dimmer switch
back to “ ” position, and turning the knob in the direc-
tion of the “ON” position.

Do not use fog lights except in conditions of fog, other-
wise excessive light glare may temporarily blind oncom-
ing vehicle drivers.
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3-236 Features and controls
3Electric rear window defogger switch
N00523700302
The rear window defogger can be used when the engine is run-
ning.
The indicator light (A) will come on when you press the elec-
tric rear window defogger switch. Electric current will flow
through the heating wires on the rear window to help clear
away moisture or frost.
After about 20 minutes of operation, the system will shut off
automatically.
To switch the defogger OFF before 20 minutes have passed,
press the switch again. The indicator light will go out and the
defogger will turn off.
If you need the defogger for more than 20 minutes, press the
switch again. This will add 20 more minutes.
NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, mist can
also be removed from the outside rearview mirrors when
the rear window defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to
“Door mirror heater” on page 3-87.)
CAUTION
!
The rear window defogger is not designed to melt
snow. Remove any snow manually before using the
rear window defogger.
Use the rear window defogger only after the engine
has started and is running. Be sure to turn the
defogger switch off immediately after the window is
clear to save on battery power.
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items that are
attached with adhesive over the grid wires on the
rear window.
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a soft
cloth and wipe lightly over the grid wires.
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