Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTBACK.
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 SPORTBACK. 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 SPORTBACK models and explains all features including options.
Some features explained in this manual may not be installed on
your vehicle.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained here.
This manual includes instructions for standard and optional
equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and to make additions or improvements in its
product without assuming any obligation to install these on
previously manufactured products.
Throughout this manual the words WARNING and CAUTION appear.
These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
!
WAR NI NG
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
!
CAUTION
Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE Gives helpful information.
!
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.
Supplemental restraint system - driver’s
knee airbag P.2-47
Hands-free Bluetooth
®
cellular phone interface system
with voice recognition switches (if so equipped) P.3-242
Overview
Except for RALLIART
Vents P.5-2
Instruments and controls
Gearshift or selector lever P.3-90, 3-94
Parking brake lever
P. 3 -7 4
Fuel tank filler door
release lever P.1-4
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Supplemental restraint system - airbag
(for front passenger’s seat) P.2-36
Glove compartment P.3-285
Cup holder (for front seats) P.3-288
Heated seat switch (if so equipped) P.2-7
12 V power outlet P.3-277
Floor console box P.3-287
RALLIART
Overview
Vents P.5-2
Fuel tank filler door
release lever P.1-4
Parking brake
lever P.3-74
Cup holder
(for front seats)
P. 3 -2 8 8
Heated seat switch
(if so equipped)
P. 2 -7
12 V power outlet P.3-277
Gearshift lever P.3-104
Supplemental restraint system - airbag
(for front passenger’s seat) P.2-36
Glove compartment P.3-285
ACD control mode switch P.3-128
Floor console box
P. 3 -2 8 7
Twin Clutch SST control
mode switch P.3-113
Overview
<Type 1>
Audio (if so equipped) P.5-27, 5-55
Digital clock (if so equipped) P.5-99
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so equipped)
Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System owner’s manual”
Hazard warning flasher
switch P.3-229
Passenger’s airbag off
indicator P.2-45
Auxiliary Audio connector (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-85
Auxiliary Video connector (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-85
Center panel
Ashtray P.3-275
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Front passenger seat belt
warning light P.2-21
Electric rear window defogger
switch P.3-240
Air conditioning
P.5-6, 5-16
Cigarette lighter (if so equipped) P.3-276
12 V power outlet (if so equipped) P.3-277
<Type 2>
Overview
Audio (if so equipped) P.5-27, 5-55
Digital clock (if so equipped) P.5-99
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so equipped)
Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System owner’s manual”
Hazard warning flasher
switch P.3-229
Passenger’s airbag off
indicator P.2-45
Front console box (Upper box)
P. 3 -2 8 6
Front console box (Lower box)
P.3-286
12 V power outlet
P. 3 -2 7 7
Front passenger seat belt
warning light P.2-21
Electric rear window defogger switch
P.3 -2 4 0
Air conditioning
P.5-6, 5-16
Auxiliary Audio connector (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-85
Auxiliary Video connector (RCA)
(if so equipped) P.5-85
Overview
Window lock switch
P. 3 -7 0
Power window
switches P.3-66
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor
(for front seats) P.2-21
Seat belts P.2-15
Rear shelf panel
P. 3- 2 90
Interior
Electric remotecontrolled outside
mirror switch
P.3-79
Power door lock
switch P.3-56
Sunroof switch
Dome light (Front)/Reading lights
P.3-279, 7-61, 7-88
Hands-free Bluetooth
®
cellular phone interface system
(if so equipped)
P. 3 -7 1
with voice recognition microphone (if so equipped)
P.3-242
Inside rearview mirror P.3-77
Sun visors P.3-273
Vanity mirror P.3-273
Card holder P.3-273
Bottle holder (for front seats)
P.3-289
Front seats P.2-3
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Supplemental restraint system - side airbag
(for front seats) P.2-53
Head restraints (except for RECARO seat) P.2-9
Overview
Luggage compartment
levers P.2-14
Tether anchors
for child restraint
system P.2-30
Cargo floor boxes
(if so equipped) P.3-288
Coat hook P.3-293
Interior
Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag P.2-54
Dome light (Rear) (if so equipped)
Assist grips P.3-292
P.3-281, 7-61, 7-90
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Rear seats P.2-8
Dual height adjustable cargo
floor board (if so equipped)
P. 3 -2 9 1
Cup holder (for rear seat) P.3-288
Arm rest P.2-8
Overview
Spare tire P.6-9
Luggage compartment
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Cargo room light
P.3-283, 7-61, 7-91
AWC control fluid
reservoir (RALLIART)
P. 7 -1 9
To ols P.6 - 7Ja c k P. 6- 8
Overview
Except for RALLIART
Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-71
Windshield wiper P.3-231
Engine compartment
P. 7 -7
Engine hood P.7-4
[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type]
Front turn signal lights P.3-228, 7-58, 7-73
Headlights, low beam
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-61
Front side-marker and
parking lights
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-69
Headlights, high beam P.3-220, 7-58, 7-64
Outside (Front)
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Outside rearview mirrors P.3-79
Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Locking and unlocking P.3-53
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-8
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-16
Side turn signal lights P.3-228, 7-58
Front fog lights P.3-230, 7-58, 7-75
[For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]
Front turn signal lights P.3-228, 7-58, 7-73
Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-68
Front side-marker and
parking lights
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-71
Daytime running lights P.3-220, 7-58, 7-66
Overview
RALLIART
Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-71
Windshield wiper P.3-231
Engine compartment
P. 7 -7
Engine hood P.7-4
[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge
headlights type]
Front turn signal lights P.3-228, 7-58, 7-73
Headlights, low beam
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-61
Front side-marker and
parking lights
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-69
Headlights, high beam P.3-220, 7-58, 7-64
Outside rearview mirrors P.3-79
Fuel tank filler P.1-4
Locking and unlocking P.3-53
Keyless entry system
(if so equipped) P.3-8
F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-16
Side turn signal lights P.3-228, 7-58
Front fog lights P.3-230, 7-58, 7-78
[For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]
Front turn signal lights
P.3-228, 7-58, 7-73
Headlights, low/high beam
P.3-220, 7-58, 7-68
Front side-marker and parking
lights P.3-220, 7-58, 7-71
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 indicators”
on page 3-164.
● These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON”.
Warning lightDo thisRef. 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.3-216
P.3-214
P.3-215
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Quick index
Warning lightDo thisRef. page
Anti-lock braking system warning light
● When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not functioning and only the ordinary braking system is functioning.
● Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine.
Test the system as described on page 3-137.
● 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.3-136,
3-137
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 7-33.)
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.
P. 2 - 24 ,
2-46
P.3-154
Quick index
ProblemDo thisRef. 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 equipped 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 equipped 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 equipped 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 equipped 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.3-34
P.3-82,
3-84
P.3-16
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Quick index
ProblemDo thisRef. Page
Cannot shift the selector lever
(CVT) or the gearshift lever
(Twin Clutch SST) from the
“P” (PARK) position.
(for vehicles equipped 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, 3-104
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.5-14, 5-24
P. 6 -2 ,
7-23
ProblemDo thisRef. page
The engine coolant temperature display “ ” in the multi-
information 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.6-20
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.
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Quick index
Problem Do thisRef. 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 equipped 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 equipped with
Twin Clut ch SST)
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 they
are coming on frequently, please have the vehicle checked at your nearest Mitsubishi
P.3-103
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.3-109,
3-123,
3-215
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Problem Do thisRef. page
A tire is punctured.
Quick index
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level.
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements. . .1- 10
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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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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.
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.
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Octane requirement
Except for vehicles equipped with turbocharger
Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 87 [(MON+RON)/2], or 91
RON.
Vehicles equipped with turbocharger
Your vehicle is designed to operate on premium grade
unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane rating 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 rating 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 rating of 87
[(MON+RON)/2] can be used temporarily as an emergency
measure.
MON: Motor Octane Number
RON: Research Octane Number
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General information
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.
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 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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General information
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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
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“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 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
2WD: 15.5 gal (59 liters)
4WD: 14.5 gal (55 liters)
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.
1
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
N
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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.
Modification of your vehicle
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This vehicle should not be modified with non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts. Modification with non-Mitsubishi
Motors genuine parts could affect its performance, safety or
durability, and may even violate regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
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