Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2013 Owner's Manual

Introduction

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Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLU­TION.
We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engi­neered 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
LANCER EVOLUTION. 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 LANCER EVOLU­TION models and explains all features including options.
Some features explained in this manual may not be installed on
your vehicle.

Throughout this manual the words WAR N IN G 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.

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WAR NI NG

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.

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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.

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.

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WAR NI NG

● 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 reproductive 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.

©2012 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Printed in Japan

Table of contents

Overview

Quick index

General information

Seat and restraint systems

Features and controls

Vehicle care and maintenance

Customer assistance/

Driving safety

Comfort controls

For emergencies

Reporting Safety Defects

Specifications

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Overview

Multi-information meter switch P.3-156

Combination headlights and
dimmer switch P.3-203
Turn signal lever P.3-212
Front fog light switch P.3-213

Active stability control
OFF switch P.3-132

Headlights leveling switch
(if so equipped) P.3-211

Fuses P.7-36

Engine hood release lever
P. 7 -4

AWC switch
(if so equipped)
P.3 - 1 2 2

Steering wheel audio
remote control switches
(if so equipped) P.5-105

Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)

Instrument cluster P.3-151

Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-44

Bluetooth

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2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-224

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Sportronic steering wheel paddle
shifter (if so equipped) P.3-110

Wiper and washer switch
P.3-214

Cruise control switches
P.3-137

Ignition switch P.3-24, 3-34,
3-83

Supplemental restraint system

- airbag (for driver’s seat)
P.2-33, 2-43
Horn switch P.3-223

Steering wheel tilt lock lever
P. 3 -7 8

Overview

Vents P.5-2

Fuel tank filler
door release lever
P. 1 -4

Trunk lid release
lever P.3-59

Instruments and controls (Instrument panel)

Gearshift lever P.3-94, 3-97

Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for front
passenger’s seat) P.2-33, 2-43

Parking brake lever
P. 3 -7 6

AWC switch
(if so equipped) P.3-122

Cup holder
(for front seats) P.3-268

Ashtray (if so equipped)
P.3-257

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Glove compartment
P.3-264
USB input terminal
(if so equipped)
P.3-250

Twin Clutch SST control
mode switch
(if so equipped) P.3-106

Floor console box P.3-267

Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
P. 2- 6

Overview

Center panel

Typ e 1 Typ e 2

Hazard warning flasher
switch P.3-213

Passenger’s airbag
off indicator P.2-41

Auxiliary Audio connecter (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-103
Auxiliary Video connecter (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-103

Audio (if so equipped) P.5-33, 5-52
Digital clock (if so equipped) P.5-119
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so
equipped) Refer to the separated “Mitsubishi
Multi-Communication System owner’s manual”

Front passenger seat belt
warning light P.2-17

Electric rear
window defogger
switch P.3-222

Heater (if so equipped)
P. 5 -6
Air conditioning (if so equipped)
P.5-12, 5-22

12 V power outlet
P. 3 -2 5 8

Front console tray P.3-265

Hazard warning flasher
switch P.3-213

Passenger’s airbag
off indicator P.2-41

Front console box
P. 3 -2 6 6

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Audio (if so equipped) P.5-33, 5-52
Digital clock (if so equipped) P.5-119
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so
equipped) Refer to the separated “Mitsubishi
Multi-Communication System owner’s manual”

Front passenger seat belt
warning light P.2-17

Electric rear
window
defogger switch
P. 3 -2 2 2

Air conditioning
P.5-12, 5-22

Auxiliary Audio connecter
(RCA) (if so equipped)
P. 5 -1 0 3
Auxiliary Video connecter
(RCA) (if so equipped)
P. 5 -1 0 3

12 V power outlet P.3-258

Overview

Window lock switch P.3-72

Power window
switches P.3-69

Adjustable seat belt shoulder
anchor (for front seats) P.2-18
Seat belts P.2-12

Interior

Electric remote-controlled
outside mirror switch
P. 3 -8 1

Power door lock
switch P.3-56

Dome light (Front)/Reading lights
P.3-260, 7-48, 7-67

Bluetooth

®

2.0 interface microphone (if so equipped)

P.3-224

Inside rearview mirror P.3-79

Sun visors P.3-256
Vanity mirror P.3-256
Card holder P.3-256

Bottle holder P.3-269

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Sunroof switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3- 7 3

Head restraints P.2-9

Front seats P.2-3

Supplemental restraint system - side airbag
(for front seats) P.2-50

Overview

Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag P.2-51

Coat hook P.3-270

Assist grip
P.3-270

Tether anchors for child restraint
system P.2-26

AWC control fluid reservoir P.7-15

Arm rest P.2-8

Dome light (Rear) (if so equipped)
P.3-261, 7-48, 7-69

Rear seats P.2-8

Cup holder (for rear seat) P.3-269

Overview

Trunk area light P.7-48, 7-70

Windshield washer fluid reservoir
P. 7- 1 6

Trunk area

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Inside emergency trunk lid release lever P.3-62

Battery P.7-18

Spare tire P.6-10

Jack P.6-8

Tools P.6-8

Overview

Outside (Front)

Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-73

Windshield wiper and washer
P.3-214

Engine hood P.7-4
Engine compartment P.7-7

Headlights, high beam P.3-203, 7-46, 7-51
Front turn signal lights P.3-212, 7-46, 7-59
Headlights, low beam P.3-203, 7-46, 7-49
Daytime running lights (if so equipped) P.3-203, 7-46, 7-54
Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-203, 7-46, 7-55, 7-57

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Locking and unlocking P.3-52
Keyless entry system (if so equipped) P.3-9
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand Advanced Security
Transmitter) (if so equipped) P.3-17

Fuel tank filler
P. 1 -4

Outside rearview mirrors
P.3-81

Side turn signal lights P.3-212, 7-46

Front fog lights P.3-213, 7-46, 7-60

Overview

High-mounted stop light P.7-46

Trunk lid P.3-59

Trunk lid OPEN switch
(if so equipped)
P. 3 -2 1

License plate lights
P.3-203, 7-46, 7-66

Back-up lights
P.7-46, 7-62

Tail lights P.3-203, 7-46, 7-62

Outside (Rear)

Antenna P.5-119

Tail and stop lights P.3-203, 7-46, 7-62

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Tire inflation pressures P.7-23
Changing tires P.6-9
Tire rotation P.7-26
Tire chains P.7-28
Tire pressure monitoring system
P. 3 -1 4 5

Rear side-marker lights
P.3-203, 7-46, 7-62

Rear turn signal lights P.3-212, 7-46, 7-62

Quick index

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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...

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● For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display” on page 3-

155.

● These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON”.

Warning light Do this Ref. page

● Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.

Charging system warning light

or

Brake warning light

or

Engine malfunction indicator

(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check

engine light”)

Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.

● 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, 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 speeds, and contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assis­tance.

● 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, contact emergency roadside assistance at 1­888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for
vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or
local towing company for assistance.

P.3-200

P.3-198

P.3-199

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Quick index

Warning light Do this Ref. page

Anti-lock braking system warning light

● When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not func-

tioning 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 3-128.

● If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we

recommend that you have the system checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.

P.3-127,

3-128

SRS warning light

Tire pressure monitoring system warning light

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● 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.

● 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 7-23.)
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 continuously 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.

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2-42

P.3-146

Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. page

Cannot turn the key.
(When using a key to start the
engine)

(When using the F.A.S.T.-key
to start the engine)

The F.A.S.T.-key does not
operate.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F.A .S .T. -k ey)

If this problem occurs...

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When using a key to start the engine

Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.

Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.

Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.

Vehicles with Twin Clutch SST:

Check the position of the gearshift lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the gearshift lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.

Vehicles with manual transaxle:

Place the key at the “ACC” position. Push the key in and turn it.

When using the F.A.S.T.-key to start the engine

Will not turn from “LOCK (PUSH OFF)” to “ACC”.

Push the ignition switch again, turn the steering wheel in both directions and then turn the
ignition switch.

Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.

Vehicles with Twin Clutch SST:

Check whether the gearshift lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.

Vehicles with manual transaxle:

Place the ignition switch at the “ACC” position. Push the ignition switch in and turn it.

Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the doors and start the engine. P.3-33

P.3-85,

3-86

P.3-17

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Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. page

Cannot shift the gearshift lever
from the “P” (PARK) position.
(for vehicles with Twin Clutch
SST)

The windows are fogged up.

Shift the gearshift lever while pressing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition key or ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

P.3-97

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.

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1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.

2. Turn on the blower.

Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.

P.5-10, 5-20,

5-30

P. 6 -2 ,

7-18

Problem Do this Ref. page

The engine coolant tempera-

ture display “ ” in the multi­information display is flashing.
Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.

The engine is overheated.
Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Quick index

P. 6 -6

The vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud, or snow.

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WARNING

Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P.6-20

● When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. 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 the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.

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Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. page

The brakes are not functioning
properly after driving through
water.

Twin Clutch SST does not
shift.
Vehicle cannot move.
Acceleration is slow.
The vehicle does not creep.
A large shock is felt when
shifting.
Shifting occurs at higher
engine speed.
Response is slow.
(for vehicles with Twin Clutch
SST)

A tire is punctured.

Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal. P.4-7

The temperature of the Twin Clutch SST fluid is high, a safety device in the Twin Clutch
SST has been activated due to a possible malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST, or there is
a possible malfunction in the engine electronic control module.

P.3-101,

3-117,

3-199

1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level.

2. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

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General information

Fuel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 2

Filling the fuel tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 4

Modifications to and racing of your vehicle . . . . .1- 7

Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 9

California Perchlorate Materials Requirements. . .1- 9

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General information

Fuel selection

Your vehicle is designed to use unleaded gasoline only. It is
equipped with a fuel filler tube especially designed to accept
only a small diameter unleaded gasoline dispensing nozzle.

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Gasoline detergent additives

In the United States, fuel suppliers are required by law to add
detergents to their gasoline to minimize fuel-injector fouling
and minimize intake-valve deposits. Detergent gasoline helps
keep your engine in tune and your emission-control system
working properly.

WARNING

● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

could be burned, seriously injured or killed when
handling it. Whenever you refuel your vehicle, stop
the engine and keep flames, sparks, and smoking
materials away from the vehicle. Always handle fuel
in well-ventilated outdoor areas.

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CAUTION

● Using leaded gasoline in your vehicle will damage

the engine, catalytic converter, and the oxygen sen­sors. Also, using leaded gasoline is illegal, and will
void your warranty coverage of the engine, catalytic
converter, and oxygen sensors.

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Octane requirement

Your vehicle is designed to operate on premium grade
unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 93
[(MON+RON)/2] or higher for optimum performance. In case
premium grade unleaded gasoline 93 [(MON+RON)/2] is not
available, unleaded gasoline rating of 91 [(MON+RON)/2] can
be used. However, the performance level is reduced.
In order to maintain exhaust system durability, premium
unleaded gasoline having an octane number of at least 91
[(MON+RON)/2] must be used
If the premium grade unleaded gasoline rating of 91
[(MON+RON)/2] or higher is not available on journey, etc.,
regular unleaded gasoline having an octane number of 87
[(MON+RON)/2] can be used temporarily as an emergency
measure.

MON: Motor Octane Number
RON: Research Octane Number

Oxygenated gasoline

Gasoline sold at some service stations contains oxygenates
such as ethanol, although the oxygenates may not be identified
by those names. Oxygenates are required in some areas of the
country. Such fuel can be used in your vehicle.

Ethanol (Gasohol)

A mixture of up to 10 % ethanol (grain alcohol) and 90 %
unleaded gasoline may be used in your vehicle, provided the
octane number is at least as high as that recommended for
unleaded gasoline.

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Methanol

Do not operate your vehicle on gasoline containing methanol
(wood alcohol). Using this type of alcohol could adversely
affect the vehicle’s performance and damage critical parts of
the vehicle’s fuel system.

Reformulated gasoline

Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning
fuel referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.
Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and is specially
blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation strongly supports the use of
reformulated gasoline. Properly blended reformulated gasoline
has no adverse effect on vehicle performance or the durability
of engine and fuel system.

MMT (methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tri­carbonyl)

MMT is a manganese-containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasolines to increase the octane number.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation recommends using gasolines
without MMT.
Use of gasolines blended with MMT may adversely affect per­formance, and cause the malfunction indicator on your instru­ment panel to come on. If this happens, contact an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for
assistance.

Sulfur in gasoline

Your vehicle may have been designed to satisfy California’s
low-emission regulations based on clean-burning low-sulfur
gasoline. Gasoline sold in parts of the country other than Cali­fornia is allowed to have a higher sulfur content. Using such

gasoline could adversely affect the vehicle’s catalytic converter
and cause the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE
ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) to come on. Illumi­nation of this indicator while you are using high-sulfur gaso­line does not necessarily mean the vehicle’s emission-control
system is malfunctioning. Your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer may suggest you try using a different, lower-sulfur
brand of unleaded gasoline to determine whether the problem
is fuel-related.

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● Poor-quality gasoline can cause problems such as poor

starting, stalling during idling, abnormal engine noise, and
poor acceleration. If you experience any of these prob­lems, try using a different brand of gasoline. If the engine
malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or
“Check engine light”) flashes, have the vehicle inspected
as soon as possible by the nearest authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

● Repeatedly driving short distances at low speeds can

cause deposits to form in the fuel system and engine,
resulting in poor starting and poor acceleration. If these
problems occur, you are advised to add a detergent addi­tive to the gasoline when you refuel the vehicle. The addi­tive will remove the deposits, thereby returning the engine
to a normal condition. Be sure to use a Mitsubishi Motors
Genuine cleaning additive. Using an unsuitable additive
could make the engine malfunction. For details, please
contact the nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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Filling the fuel tank

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WARNING

● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

could be burned, seriously injured or killed when

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handling it. When refueling your vehicle, always
turn the engine off and keep away from flames,
sparks, and smoking materials. Always handle fuel
in well-ventilated outdoor areas.

● Before removing the fuel cap, be sure to get rid of

your body’s static electricity by touching a metal
part of the car or fuel pump. Any static electricity on
your body could create a spark that ignites fuel
vapor.

● Perform the whole refueling process (opening the

fuel tank filler door, removing the fuel cap, etc.) by
yourself. Do not let any other person come near the
fuel tank filler. If you allowed a person to help you
and that person was carrying static electricity, fuel
vapor could be ignited.

● Do not move away from the fuel tank filler until

refueling is finished. If you moved away and did
something else (for example, sitting on a seat) part­way through the refueling process, you could pick
up a fresh charge of static electricity.

● Be careful not to inhale fuel vapor. Fuel contains

toxic substances.

● Keep the doors and windows closed while refueling

the vehicle. If they were open, fuel vapor could get
into the cabin.

Fuel tank capacity

14.5 gal (55.0 L)

Refueling

1. Before filling with fuel, stop the engine.

2. The fuel tank filler is located on the rear driver side of
your vehicle.
The fuel tank filler door can be opened from inside the
vehicle with the fuel tank filler door release lever located
at the left side of the driver’s seat.

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3. Open the fuel tank filler pipe by slowly turning the cap
counterclockwise.

A- Remove
B- Close

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WARNING

● Since the fuel system may be under pressure,

remove the fuel tank filler cap slowly. This relieves
any pressure or vacuum that might have built up in
the fuel tank. If the cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before
removing the cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out,
injuring you or others.

4. While filling with fuel, store the cap in the capholder
located on the inside of the fuel tank filler door.

5. To fill with fuel correctly depends mainly on correct han­dling of the fuel filler nozzle. Do not tilt the nozzle. Insert
the nozzle in the tank port as far as it will go.

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CAUTION

● Your vehicle can only be operated using unleaded

gasoline. Serious engine and catalytic converter
damage will result if leaded gasoline is used.

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6. When the nozzle stops automatically, do not try to add
more fuel.

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CAUTION

● To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top-

off” the fuel tank. Spilled fuel could discolor, stain,

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or crack the vehicle’s paintwork. If fuel spills on the
paintwork, wipe it off with a soft cloth.

7. To close, turn the fuel tank filler cap slowly clockwise
until you hear clicking sounds, then gently push the fuel
tank filler door closed.

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WARNING

● Make sure the fuel cap is securely closed. If the fuel

cap is loose, fuel could leak, resulting in a fire.

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CAUTION

● If you need to replace the fuel tank filler cap, use

only the cap specified for your model vehicle.

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● If the fuel tank filler cap is not tight while driving, the

engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE
SOON” or “Check engine light”) may come on when the
onboard diagnostic (OBD) system performs a self check.
Always tighten the fuel tank filler cap until you hear click­ing sounds.
The indicator will go off after driving several times. If the
indicator does not go off, contact your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice as soon as possible.

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Modifications to and racing of your vehicle

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This vehicle should not be modified with non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts. Mitsubishi Motors designs and manufac­tures high quality vehicles with an emphasis on safety and
durability. Modifications using non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine
parts may affect the performance, safety and/or durability of
your vehicle, and may violate applicable state and/or federal
regulations.

DAMAGE OR PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS RESULT­ING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO OR RACING OF
YOUR VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WAR­RANTY.

Examples of modifications to your vehicle that can cause dam­age or performance problems include the following:

● Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts

● Failure to use required fuel and fluids

● Failure to use proper size tires and wheels

● Modification of the fuel, intake, exhaust, emission, sus-

pension, engine, drive train or electrical wiring systems

● Modification of any onboard computer/control module,

including reprogramming, or replacing/adding chips to
any onboard computer/control module

Review the Warranty and Maintenance Manual for further
details regarding warranty coverage.

Installation of accessories

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CAUTION

● Before any electrical or electronic accessories are

installed, consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.

● The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should

only be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in
the driving area and in accordance with the guidelines and
warnings contained within the documents accompanying
this vehicle.
Only Mitsubishi Motors approved accessories should be
fitted to your vehicle.

● Improper installation of electrical parts could cause fire.

Refer to the “Modification/alterations to the electrical or
fuel systems” section within this owner’s manual.

● Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle with-

out an external antenna may cause electrical system inter­ference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle operation.

● Tires and wheels which do not meet specifications must

not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for information
regarding wheel and tire sizes.

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WARNING

● If you choose to use a cellular phone while driving,

you must not allow that usage to distract you in the
safe operation of your vehicle. Anything, including
cellular phone usage, that distracts you from the

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safe operation of your vehicle increases your risk of
an accident.
Refer to and follow all state and local laws in your
area regarding cellular phone usage while driving.

Important point!

Due to the large number of accessory and replacement parts
provided by different manufacturers in the market, it is not
always possible for an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to
check whether the attachment or installation of non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts will affect the driving safety of your
Mitsubishi-vehicle.

Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel
systems

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Mitsubishi Motors manufactures high quality vehicles with an
emphasis on safety. It is important to consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer before installation of any accessory
which may involve modification of the electrical or fuel sys­tems.

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CAUTION

● Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

dealer concerning any such accessory fitment or
modification.
If the wires interfere with the vehicle body or
improper installation methods are used (protective
fuses not included, etc.), electronic devices may be
adversely affected, resulting in a fire, vehicle dam­age, or other accident.

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Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts

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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts are designed and manufac­tured to meet high standards of performance, and are recom­mended for all of your maintenance needs. Also available from
your Mitsubishi Motors dealer are a wide variety of accessories
to personalize your new vehicle. Each Mitsubishi vehicle has a
selection of Mitsubishi Motors authorized accessories to
choose from to tailor your new vehicle to your own personal
preference. Your Mitsubishi Motors dealer’s Parts Manager has
information on various audio systems, protection items, as well
as interior and exterior accessories available for your specific
model.

California Perchlorate Materials Require-

ments

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Certain components of this vehicle, such as airbag modules,
seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries, may contain
perchlorate materials.
Special handling may apply. For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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Seat and restraint systems

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 2

Seats and restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 3

Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 3

Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 8

Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 8

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 12

Seat belt use during pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 19

Seat belt pre-tensioner and force limiter

systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 20

Child restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 22

Maintenance and inspection of seat belts. . . . . . . .2- 32

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - airbag . . .2- 33

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Seat and restraint systems

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1 - Front seats

● To adjust the seat forward or backward → P.2- 5

● To adjust the seatback → P.2 - 5

● Heated seats (if so equipped) → P.2 - 6

Seats

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2 - Rear seats

● Arm rest → P.2 - 8

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Seat and restraint systems

Seats and restraint systems

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Your vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect
you and your passengers in an accident.
Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn
properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or
death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a
severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and passen­gers. The seats, head restraints, and door locks also are safety
equipment, which must be used correctly.

Always check the following before you drive:

● That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their

seat belt.

● That infants and small children are properly secured in

appropriate child restraint systems in the rear seat.

● That all doors are fully closed and locked.

● That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly

adjusted.

Safety equipment cannot prevent injury or death in all motor
vehicle accidents. You can help reduce the risk of injury or
death, however, by following the instructions in this manual.

Front seats

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Position the driver’s seat as far back as possible while main­taining a position that still enables you to fully apply the ped­als, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the
vehicle.

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