key MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER XL 2012 Owner's Guide

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Warning activation
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With the F.A.S.T.-key, warnings are given through buzzers and
displays on the information screen in the multi-information
display in order to prevent mistaken operations or vehicle theft.
When a warning operates, be sure to check the vehicle and the
F.A.S.T.-key. A warning is also displayed if there is a problem
in the F.A.S.T.-key.If the following warning displays, contact an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer.
If the following warnings display, the display goes off if the
correct action is taken.

The ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle cannot
be verified
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There is a problem in the F.A.S.T.-key
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Ty p e 1
Someone may be carrying a F.A.S.T.-key with a
different ID code, or the F.A.S.T.-key may not be
within the operating range Ty p e 2
Ty p e 1
Refer to “F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring sys-
tem” on page 3-30.
Ty p e 2
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A door or the tailgate cannot be locked even when the
driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch, or
the tailgate LOCK switch is pressedTy p e 1
The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
Ty p e 2
Ty p e 1
Refer to “Key lock-in prevention system” on page
3-30.
Ty p e 2
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Refer to “Door ajar prevention system” on page 3-
31.
Ty p e 2
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Refer to “Ignition switch turn-off reminder sys-
tem” on page 3-31.
Ty p e 2
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F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system
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When the ignition switch is in a position other than “LOCK
(PUSH OFF)”, and a door is opened and the F.A.S.T.-key is
removed from the passenger compartment so that the ID codes
of the F.A.S.T.-key and the vehicle can no longer be verified,
the warning display is displayed and the buzzer sounds 4 times
as a warning.NOTE
The F.A.S.T.-key take-out monitoring system does not
function if the F.A.S.T.-key is removed through a window
without opening a door.
This setting can be changed.
See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.

The warning may display even if the F.A.S.T.-key is in the
operating range for starting the engine. The surrounding
environment or electromagnetic waves may make it
impossible to verify the ID codes of the F.A.S.T.-key and
vehicle.
Key lock-in prevention system
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Ty p e 1
Ty p e 2
When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” posi-
tion, the F.A.S.T.-key is left in the passenger compartment, all
the doors and the tailgate are closed, and someone tries to lock
the vehicle by pressing the driver’s or front passenger’s door
lock/unlock switch, or the tailgate LOCK switch, the warning
display is displayed and the buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds
as a warning, and the doors and the tailgate cannot be locked.
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Steering wheel lock
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To l o c kTurn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To unlockTurn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position while moving
the steering wheel slightly.
NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the ignition switch
from “LOCK” to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steer-
ing wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the ignition
switch.Starting
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Tips for starting
Do not operate the starter motor for longer than 15 sec-
onds as this could run the battery down or damage the
starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn the ignition
switch back to the “LOCK” position, wait a few seconds,
and then try again. Trying repeatedly with the engine or
starter motor still turning will damage the starter mecha-
nism.

If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 6-
2 for instructions.

A longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar
graph of engine coolant temperature display starts to
move. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (When the igni-
tion switch is in the “ON” position)” on page 3-177.
CAUTION
!
Carry the key with you when leaving the vehicle.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the ignition
switch to the “ACC” position to unlock the steering
wheel.
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NOTE
To protect the engine,the high-speed mode may not be
selected while the engine coolant temperature is low. In
such a case, the engine revolutions do not rise to over
5,000 rpm even if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
To operate without using the F.A.S.T.-key
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Emergency key
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The emergency key is built into the F.A.S.T.-key.
When the F.A.S.T.-key cannot be used, such as when the bat-
tery of the F.A.S.T.-key or the vehicle has run down, the emer-
gency key can be used to lock and unlock the driver’s door and
to start the engine.
To use the emergency key (A), unlock the lock knob (B) and
remove it from the F.A.S.T.-key (C).NOTE
Only use the emergency key in an emergency. When the
battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down, replace the bat-
tery as soon as possible and use it as a F.A.S.T.-key again.
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After using the emergency key, be sure to reinsert it into
the F.A.S.T.-key.

The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked
with the emergency key. When depositing the key at a
hotel or lending the vehicle to another person, remove the
emergency key as required and hand over only the
F. A . S . T. - k e y.
Locking and unlocking the driver’s door
Turn the emergency key toward the front of the vehicle to lock
the door. After checking that the door is locked, turn the emer-
gency key back to the center and remove it.
Ignition switch
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To prevent vehicle theft, only the emergency key with the pre-
registered F.A.S.T.-key inserted can start the engine. (Elec-
tronic immobilizer function)
1- Insert or remove the emergency key
2- Lock
3- Unlock
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LOCK
The engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The emer-
gency key can be inserted and removed only when the ignition
switch is in this position.
ACC
The electrical accessories can be used with the engine off.
ON
The engine will start only by using the emergency key with the
F.A.S.T.-key inserted. It is possible to use all electrical accesso-
ries with only the emergency key.
START
Engages the starter. Release the emergency key when the
engine starts. The ignition switch returns automatically to the
“ON” position.NOTE
The vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the
immobilizer computer. (Refer to “Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system)” on page 3-42.)To turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”
1. Remove the emergency key from the F.A.S.T.-key.
Refer to “Emergency key” on page 3-34.
2. While pushing the lock release buttons (A), remove the
cover of the ignition switch.
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3. Insert the emergency key into the ignition switch, and
slowly push and turn.NOTE
When the ignition switch cannot be turned from the
“LOCK” position to the “ACC” position, turn the ignition
switch while turning the steering wheel in both directions.To turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”
1. Push the emergency key in at the “ACC” position and
keep it depressed until it is turned to the “LOCK” posi-
tion, and remove.
NOTE
The emergency key cannot be removed unless the selector
lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
2. Install the cover of the ignition switch.
3. Reinsert the emergency key into the F.A.S.T.-key.NOTE
Always install the cover of the ignition switch when not
using the emergency key. Not doing so could cause dam-
age if foreign material such as dust gets into the keyhole
of the ignition switch.
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Steering wheel lock
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To l o c k
Turn the emergency key to the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To u n l o c k
Turn the emergency key to the “ACC” position while moving
the steering wheel slightly.
CAUTION
!
If the engine is stopped while driving, the power
brake booster will stop functioning and greater
effort for braking will be required. Also, the power
steering system will not function and it will require
greater effort to manually steer the vehicle.
Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON” or
“ACC” position for a long time when the engine is
not running. The battery will run down.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position when the engine is running. It will damage
the starter motor.
CAUTION
!
Remove the emergency key when leaving the vehi-
cle.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the emer-
gency key to the “ACC” position to unlock the steer-
ing wheel.
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NOTE
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the emergency key
from “LOCK” to “ACC”. Firmly turn the steering wheel
to the left or to the right as you turn the emergency key.
Starting
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Tips for starting

Do not operate the starter motor continuously for longer
than 15 seconds as this could run the battery down or
damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn
the emergency key back to the “LOCK” position, wait a
few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly with
the engine or starter motor still turning will damage the
starter mechanism.

If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” on page 6-
2 for instructions.

A longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the bar
graph of engine coolant temperature display starts to
move. Refer to “Interrupt display screen (When the igni-
tion switch is in the “ON” position)” on page 3-177.
WA R N I N G
!
Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle
out of the area. Carbon monoxide gas, which is
odorless and extremely poisonous, could build up
and cause serious injury or death.
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