Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart 2010 Owner's Manual

Introduction

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Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI LANCER. 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. The Owner’s Manual contains descriptions and illustrations that will assist in the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.

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.

WARNING

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

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 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.

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.

WARNING

● 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.

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

Overview

Except for RALLIART

Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)

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Multi-information meter switch P.3-164

Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-217 Turn signal lever P.3-225 Front fog light switch (if so equipped) P.3-227

Steering wheel audio remote control switches (if so equipped) P.5-112

Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) P.3-224

Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch (if so equipped) P.3-138

Fuses P.7-47

Engine hood release lever P.7-4

Instrument cluster P.3-158

Supplemental restraint system - driver’s knee airbag P.2-35

Hands-free Bluetooth

cellular phone interface system with voice recognition switches (if so equipped) P.3-237

Sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter (if so equipped) P.3-101

Wiper and washer switch P.3-228

Cruise control switches (if so equipped) P.3-143

Ignition switch P.3-81

Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver’s seat) P.2-35 Horn switch P.3-236

Steering wheel tilt lock lever P.3-76

RALLIART

Multi-information meter switch P.3-164

Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-217 Turn signal lever P.3-225 Front fog light switch P.3-227

Instrument cluster P.3-158

Overview

Sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter P.3-119

Wiper and washer switch P.3-228

Steering wheel audio remote control switches P.5-112

Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) P.3-224

Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch P.3-138

Fuses P.7-47

Engine hood release lever P.7-4

Steering wheel tilt lock lever P. 3 -7 6

Supplemental restraint system - driver’s knee airbag P.2-35

Hands-free Bluetooth

cellular phone interface system with voice recognition switches (if so equipped) P.3-237

Cruise control switches P.3-143

Ignition switch P.3-81

Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver’s seat) P.2-35 Horn switch P.3-236

Overview

Instruments and controls

Except for RALLIART Supplemental restraint system - airbag

Gearshift or selector lever P.3-91, 3-94

Vents P.5-2

Parking brake lever P.3-74

Trunk lid release lever P.3-59

(for front passenger’s seat) P.2-35

Glove compartment P.3-279

Cup holder (for front seats) P.3-282

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Fuel tank filler door release lever P.1-4

12 V power outlet (if so equipped) P.3-272

Heated seat switch (if so equipped) P.2-7

Floor console box (if so equipped) P.3-281 Tissue holder (if so equipped) P.3-281

Overview

RALLIART

Vents P.5-2

Trunk lid release lever P.3-59

Fuel tank filler door release lever P.1-4

Gearshift lever P.3-106

Parking brake lever P.3-74

Cup holder (for front seats) P.3-282

Heated seat switch (if so equipped) P.2-7

Floor console box (if so equipped) P.3-281 Tissue holder P.3-281

12 V power outlet P.3-272

Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for front passenger’s seat) P.2-35

Glove compartment P.3-279

ACD control mode switch P.3-128

Twin Clutch SST control mode switch P.3-114

Overview

Center panel

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Type 1 Type 2

Audio (if so equipped) P.5-52, 5-80 Digital clock P.5-124 Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so equipped) Refer to the separated “Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System owner’s manual”

Hazard warning flasher switch P.3-226

Passenger’s airbag off indicator P.2-42

Front passenger seat belt warning light P.2-19

Electric rear window defogger

Hazard warning flasher switch P.3-226

Passenger’s airbag off indicator P.2-42

switch P.3-235

Heater (if so equipped) P. 5 -6 Air conditioning (if so equipped) P.5-31, 5-41

Auxiliary Audio connecter (RCA) (if so equipped) P.5-110 Auxiliary Video connecter (RCA) (if so equipped) P.5-110

Cigarette lighter (if so equipped) P.3-271 12 V power outlet (if so equipped) P.3-272

Ashtray P.3-270

Audio (if so equipped) P.5-52, 5-80 Digital clock P.5-124 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.2-19

Electric rear window defogger switch P.3-235

Air conditioning P.5-31, 5-41

Auxiliary Audio connecter

Front console box P.3-280

(RCA) (if so equipped) P.5-110 Auxiliary Video connecter (RCA) (if so equipped)

12 V power outlet

P.5-110

P.3-272

Interior

Overview

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Window lock switch P.3-70

Power window switches P.3-67

Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (for front seats) P.2-20 Seat belts P.2-14

Head restraints P.2-10

Electric remotecontrolled outside mirror switch

Dome light (Front)/Reading lights (if so equipped) P.3-274, 7-59, 7-86

P.3-79

Power door lock switch (if so equipped) P.3-55

Hands-free Bluetooth with voice recognition microphone (if so equipped) P.3-237

Front seats P.2-3

Supplemental restraint system - side airbag (for front seats) P.2-51

Sunroof switch (if so equipped) P. 3 -7 1

cellular phone interface system

Inside rearview mirror P.3-77

Sun visors P.3-268 Vanity mirror P.3-268

Bottle holder (for front seat) P.3-283

Overview

Interior

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Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag P.2-52

Coat hook (if so equipped) P.3-284

Assist grip P.3-284

Tether anchors for child restraint system P.2-28

Dome light (Rear, if so equipped) P.3-276, 7-59, 7-87

Rear seat P.2-8

Cup holder (for rear seat, if so equipped) P.3-282

Arm rest (if so equipped) P.2-9

Trunk area light P.7-59, 7-89

Trunk area

Inside emergency trunk lid release lever P.3-62

Overview

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Spare tire P.6-10

AWC control fluid reservoir (RALLIART) P.7-20

Tools P.6-7

Jack P.6-8

Overview

Outside (Front)

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Except for RALLIART

Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-71

Windshield wiper and washer P.3-228

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

[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

Front turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-71

Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-69

Headlights, low beam P.3-217, 7-56, 7-59

Headlights, high beam P.3-217, 7-56, 7-62

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.3-16

Fuel tank filler P.1-4

Outside rearview mirrors P.3-79

Side turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56

Front fog lights (if so equipped) P.3-227, 7-56, 7-73

[For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

Front turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-71

Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-69

Headlights, low/high beam P.3-217, 7-56

Daytime running lights P.7-56, 7-64

Overview

RALLIART

Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-71

Windshield wiper and washer P.3-228

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

[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

Front turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-71

Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-69

Headlights, low beam P.3-217, 7-56, 7-59

Headlights, high beam P.3-217, 7-56, 7-62

Locking and unlocking P.3-52 Keyless entry system P.3-9 F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter) (if so equipped) P.3-16

Fuel tank filler P.1-4

Outside rearview mirrors P.3-79

Side turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56

Front fog lights P.3-227, 7-56, 7-76

[For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

Front turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-71

Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-69

Headlights, low/high beam P.3-217, 7-56

Daytime running lights P.7-56, 7-64

Overview

Except for RALLIART

Outside (Rear)

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High-mounted stop light P.7-56

Trunk lid P.3-59

Trunk lid OPEN switch (if so equipped) P.3-20

License plate lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-84

Back-up lights P.7-56, 7-80

Tail lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

Antenna P.5-122

Tire inflation pressure P.7-32 Changing tires P.6-9 Tire rotation P.7-36 Wheel covers (if so equipped) P.6-20 Tire chains P.7-37 Tire pressure monitoring system P.3-152

Rear side-marker lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

Rear turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-80

Tail and stop lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

RALLIART

Overview

High-mounted stop light P.7-56

Trunk lid P.3-59

Trunk lid OPEN switch (if so equipped) P. 3 -2 0

License plate lights P. 3-217, 7-56, 7-84

Back-up lights P.7-56, 7-80

Tail lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

Antenna P.5-122

Tire inflation pressure P.7-32 Changing tires P.6-9 Tire rotation P.7-36 Tire chains P.7-37 Tire pressure monitoring system P.3-152

Rear side-marker lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

Rear turn-signal lights P.3-225, 7-56, 7-80

Tail and stop lights P.3-217, 7-56, 7-80

Quick index

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

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OTE

● For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display indicators” on page 3-162.

● 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

Brake warning light

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.3-213

P.3-211

P.3-212

Quick index

Warning light Do this Ref. page

Anti-lock braking system warning light

(if so equipped)

● 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 3-136.

● 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.3-135,

3-136

SRS warning light

Tire pressure monitoring system 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.

● 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 7-32.) 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 remain 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.

P.2-23,

2-43

P.3-153

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.-key)

Quick index

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 continuously variable transmission (CVT) or Twin Clutch SST:

Check the position of the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST). The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) 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 CVT or Twin Clutch SST:

Check whether the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) 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.3-83,

3-84

P.3-16

Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. Page

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

The windows are fogged up.

Shift the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift lever (Twin Clutch SST) while pressing the brake pedal. Check that the ignition key or ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

P.3-94, 3-106

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.

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,

5-29,

5-39, 5-49

P.6-2,

7-23

Problem Do this Ref. page

The engine coolant temperature display “ ” in the multi-informa-

tion display is flashing. Steam comes out of the engine compartment. Type 1

Quick index

Type 2

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

WARNING

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

Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P.6-24

P.6-5

● 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.

Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. page

The brakes are not functioning properly after driving through water.

The CVT makes no engine speed to vehicle speed ratio change when accelerating. The initial movement of the vehicle is slow when the vehicle starts moving. (for vehicles with CVT)

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.4-6

There may be a problem in the CVT. If the or warning lights on the multi-information display will not turn off, or if

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they are coming on frequently, please have the vehicle checked at your nearest Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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.3-110,

3-124, 3-212

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- 10

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.

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.

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

Except for RALLIART

Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 87 [(MON+RON)/2], or 91 RON.

RALLIART

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 number 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 number 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 and MTBE, 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.

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General information

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.

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 the 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”) 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.

OTE

● 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”) flashes, have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible by the nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

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General information

● 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 genuine Mitsubishi

cleaning additive. Using an unsuitable additive could make the engine malfunction. For details, please contact the nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

WARNING

● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

could be burned, seriously injured or killed when 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.

Filling the fuel tank

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General information

Fuel tank capacity

Except for RALLIART: 15.5 gal (59.0 L) RALLIART: 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.

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

A- Remove B- Close

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.

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General information

4. While filling with fuel, store the cap in the cap holder 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.

CAUTION

● Your vehicle can only be operated using unleaded

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

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

CAUTION

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

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

WARNING

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

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

CAUTION

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

only the cap specified for your model vehicle.

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General information

OTE

● 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.

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.

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General information

Installation of accessories

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 without 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 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.

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General information

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.

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.

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.

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