Mitsubishi Mirage 2014 User Manual

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

Wiper and washer switch P.3-121
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 3- 1 23

Engine switch (if so equipped)
P. 3- 2 0

Active stability control (ASC) OFF
switch P.3-77

Electric remote-controlled outside
rearview mirror switch P.3-52

Steering wheel height
adjustment P.3-49

Instruments and controls

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Instrument cluster P.3-96

Hazard warning flasher switch
P. 3 -1 1 9

Combination headlights and dimmer
switch P.3-114
Turn-signal lever P.3-118
Front fog light switch (if so
equipped) P.3-120

Cruise control switches
(if so equipped) P.3-80

Ignition switch (if so equipped)
P. 3- 5 4

Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-airbag (for driver)
P.2-35, 2-45
Horn switch P.3-127

Steering wheel remote control switches
(if so equipped) P.3-129, 5-59

Supplemental restraint system-driver’s
knee airbag P.2-46

Overview

Audio (if so equipped) P.5-30

Center vents P.5-2 Supplemental restraint system

Mitsubishi Multi Entertainment
System (if so equipped)
Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi
Multi Entertainment System
owner’s manual”
Clock (if so equipped) P.5-39

Side vents P.5-2

Engine hood release lever
P. 7- 5

Fuel tank filler door release
lever P.1-4

Gearshift lever (if so equipped)
P.3-59
Selector lever (if so equipped)
P.3-61

(SRS)-airbag (for front passenger)
P.2-35, 2-45

Cup holder (for the
front seat) P.3-165

Cup holder (for the rear seat)
P. 3 -1 6 5

Compartment

P. 3 -1 6 5
12 V power outlets
P.3-161

Key slot (if so
equipped) P.3-29

Parking brake lever P.3-48

Heater (if so equipped) P.5-6
Manual air conditioning (if so
equipped) P.5-11

Electric rear window defogger
switch P.3-125

Automatic air conditioning (if so
equipped) P.5-17

Electric rear window defogger
switch P.3-125

Overview

Power window lock switch P.3-44

Power door lock switch
(if so equipped) P.3-38

Power window switch P.3-43

Seat belts P.2-14

Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-curtain airbags P.2-53

Manual window control
(if so equipped) P.3-43

Cargo room light
P.3-164, 7-45

Rear shelf panel (if so equipped)
P. 3- 1 6 7

Interior

Sun visors P.3-160
Vanity mirror P.3-160
Card holder P.3-160

Rear seats P.2-8

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Bottle holders P.3-166

Microphone P.3-129

Dome light P.3-162, 7-45

Inside rearview mirror P.3-50

Head restraints
P. 2 -1 1

USB input terminal
(if so equipped)
P. 3 -1 5 3

Heated seats (if so
equipped) P.2-7

Front seats P.2-2

Supplemental restraint system
(SRS)-side airbag (for front
seat) P.2-52

Jack (if so equipped) P.6-7

Overview

Luggage area

Type 1 Type 2

Tether anchors for child restraint system
P. 2- 2 8

Tools P.6-7

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Tether anchors for child restraint system
P.2-28

Spare wheel P.6-20

Tools P.6-7
Tire repair kit P.6-9

Overview

Windshield wipers P.3-121

Engine hood P.7-5

Front fog lights (if so
equipped)
P.3-120, 7-44, 7-50

Antenna P.5-64

Front turn signal lights
P.3-118, 7-44, 7-48

Parking lights
P.3-114, 7-44, 7-49

Outside

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Power window (if so equipped) P.3-43

Outside rearview mirrors P.3-52

Fuel tank filler P.1-4

F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand
Advanced Security Transmitter)
(if so equipped) P.3-13
Keyless entry sysetm (if
soequipped) P.3-8
Locking and unlocking P.3-35

Side turn signal lights
P.3-118, 7-44

Front side- marker lights
P.3-114, 7-44, 7-47

Headlights/Daytime running lights (if so equipped)
P.3-114, 7-44, 7-46

Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped)
P. 3 -8 7
Changing tires P.6-18
Size of tires and wheels P.9-8
Tire inflation pressure
P. 7 -2 3
Tire rotation P.7-26
Tire chains P.7-28

Overview

High-mounted stop light
P. 7 -4 4

Rear spoiler

Rear window wiper and washer
P.3-123

Liftgate P.3-41

Rear side- marker lights/Tail and stop lights
P.7-44, 7-51

Rear turn signal lights
P.3-118, 7-44, 7-51

Rear-view camera
(if so equipped) P.3-93

Licence plate lights
P.7-44, 7-54

Back-up light P.7-44, 7-51

Quick index

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

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

operation mode is put in ON.

Warning lights Do this Ref. Page

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

Charging system warning light

(Illuminates and intermittent sounds)

Oil pressure warning light

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

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

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

● Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine, then check the engine

oil level.
If the light comes on while the engine oil level is normal, have the system
checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice as soon as possible.

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P. 3 -2 1

P. 3 - 1 1 3

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Warning lights Do this Ref. Page

or

Brake warning light

Selector lever position indicator in

the instrument cluster flasher rapidly

(once per second)

or

Engine malfunction indicator

(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or

“Check engine light”)

Electric power steering system

(EPS) warning light

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

● Park your vehicle in a safe place.

Idle the engine until the selector lever position indicator stops flashing.
If the indicator does not go off, have the system checked at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possi­ble.

● 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 1-888-648-7820 (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.

● If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may become harder to

turn the steering wheel. Have your vehicle inspected at an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possi­ble.

P. 3-111

P. 3-65

P. 3 - 1 1 2

P. 3-75

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Warning lights Do this Ref. 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 3-73.

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

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

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P. 3 -7 3

SRS warning light

Selector lever position indicator in

the instrument cluster flasher slowly

(every 2 seconds)

and

ASC indicator and ASC OFF indica-

tor

● Immediately have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system checked at

an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

● Have your continuously variable transmission (CVT) checked at an autho-

rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as
possible.

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

Restart the engine and check whether the indicator goes out.

● If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice as soon as possible.

● When this indicator comes on, the active stability control is not functioning.

P. 2 -4 4

P. 3 -6 5

P. 3 -7 9

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Quick index

Warning lights Do this Ref. Page

ASC indicator

Tire pressure monitoring system

warning light (if so equipped)

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

Restart the engine and check whether the indicator goes out.

● If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice as soon as possible.

● When this indicator comes on, the hill start assist is not functioning.

Start off carefully on a steep uphill slope.

● 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 con-

tinuously 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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P. 3-87

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Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. Page

Unable to turn the key.
(except for vehicles equipped
with the F.A.S.T.-key)

The engine does not start when
the engine switch is pressed.
(for vehicles equipped with the
F.A .S .T. -k ey )

If this problem occurs...

From “ACC” to “OFF”
Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT):

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

Make sure the F.A.S.T.-key is in the vehicle.

Vehicles with manual transaxle:

Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down, and then press the engine switch while
depressing the brake pedal.

Vehicles with continuously variable transmission (CVT):

Make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position, and then press the engine
switch while depressing the brake pedal.

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P. 3-55

P. 3-24

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

Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the door.
Insert the F.A.S.T.-key into the key slot of the floor console, and then start the engine or
change the operation mode.

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Problem Do this Ref. Page

Cannot shift the selector lever
from the “P” (PARK) position.
(for vehicles with continuously
variable transmission (CVT))

The windows are fogged up.

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.

The high coolant temperature
warning light is illuminates.

Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal.
Check that the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON.

Vehicles equipped with the heater without air conditioning function or the manual
air conditioning:

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

2. Turn on the blower.
Vehicles equipped with the automatic air conditioning:
Push the defogger switch to change the “ ” mode.

Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.

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P. 5-9, 5-15,

5-21

P. 6 - 2 ,

P. 7 -1 7

Steam comes out of the engine
compartment.

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

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Quick index

Problem Do this Ref. Page

The vehicle is stuck in sand,
mud or snow

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WARNING

● 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.

Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P. 6-32

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Problem Do this Ref. Page

The brakes are not functioning
properly after crossing a pud­dle or stream.

The continuously variable
transmission (CVT) makes no
shift change when accelerat­ing. The initial movement of
the vehicle is slow when the
vehicle starts moving.
(for vehicles with CVT)

A tire is punctured.

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

There may be a problem in the CVT.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility

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of your choice.

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

2. If your vehicles equipped with the tire repair kit, repair the flat tire with tire repair

kit.

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P. 6 -1 8

If your vehicles equipped with the spare tire, 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

Genuine Mitsubishi Motors parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 9

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 tank filler pipe specifically 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.

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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.

Gasoline detergent additives

In the United States, fuel suppliers are required by law to add
detergents to their gasoline to minimize fuel-injector clogging
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

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

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.

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.

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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 light”) to come on. Illumi­nation of this indicator while using high-sulfur gasoline does
not necessarily mean the vehicle’s emission-control system is

malfunctioning. Your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer may
suggest using a different, lower-sulfur brand of unleaded gaso­line to determine if the problem is fuel-related.

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● Poor-quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard

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 hard 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 an engine malfunction. For details, please
contact the nearest authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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General information

Filling the fuel tank

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WARNING

● When handling fuel, comply with the safety regula-

tions displayed by garages and filling stations.

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● 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 tank filler 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 tank filler
cap, etc.) by yourself; do not let any other person
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.

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WARNING

● Keep the doors and windows closed while refueling

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

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General information

Fuel tank capacity

9.2 gal (35 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 fuel
tank filler cap counterclockwise.

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1- Remove
2- Close

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General information

4. While filling with fuel, hang the fuel tank filler cap cord
on the hook located on the inside surface of the fuel tank
filler door.

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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 fuel tank filler cap is venting
vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until the
sound stops before removing the fuel tank filler cap.
Otherwise, fuel may spray out, injuring you or oth­ers.

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 fuel tank filler port as far as it goes.

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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 filled into
these vehicles, and consequently, this must never be
attempted.

6. When the nozzle stops automatically, do not 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,
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 tank filler cap is securely closed.

If the fuel tank filler cap were 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 fuel tank filler 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 at
least 3 clicks.
The indicator will go off after several driving cycles. 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

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CAUTION

● Before any electrical or electronic accessories are

installed, consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

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dealer.

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

only be performed within the limits prescribed by law, 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 a 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

● While driving, do not use a cellular phone in a way

that hinders safe driving. 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 a non­Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts affects the driving safety of
your Mitsubishi-vehicle.

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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.

Genuine Mitsubishi Motors 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 Motors 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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General information

California Perchlorate Materials Require-

ments

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

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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- 11

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 14

Seat belt use during pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 22

Seat belt pre-tensioner and force limiter systems .2- 22

Child restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 24

Maintenance and inspection of seat belts. . . . . . . .2- 35

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - airbag . . .2- 35

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Seat and restraint systems

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1 - Front seats

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

● To adjust the seatbacks →Page 2-5

● To adjust the seat height (Driver’s seat only, if so

equipped) →Page 2-6

● Heated seats (if so equipped) →Page 2-7

Seats

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2 - Rear seats

● Folding the seatbacks forward →Page 2-9

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Seats and restraint systems

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Your vehicle has seat belts and other safety 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 an

appropriate child restraint system 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. However, you can help reduce the risk of
injury or death 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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WARNING

● Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This

can cause loss of vehicle control and result in an
accident.

● After adjusting the seat, make sure that seat is

securely locked into position.

● To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or

death during deployment of the driver’s airbag,

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always properly wear the seat belt and adjust 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.

● To reduce the risk to the front passenger of serious

injury or death during deployment of the passen­ger’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and
adjust the front passenger’s seat as far back as pos­sible.

● Always place children 12 years old and under in the

rear seat and use appropriate child restraint sys­tems.

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CAUTION

● Make sure that the seat is adjusted by an adult. If it

is adjusted by a child, an unexpected accident might
occur.

● Do not place a cushion or the like between your back

and the seatback while driving. The effectiveness of
the head restraints will be reduced in the event of an
accident.

● When sliding the seats, be careful not to catch your

hand or leg.

● When sliding or reclining the seat rearward, pay

careful attention to the rear seat passengers.

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To adjust the seat forward or backward

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Pull the seat adjusting lever up and slide the seat forward or
backward to the desired position. Release the adjusting lever to
lock the seat in place.

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WARNING

● To make sure that the seat is securely locked, try to

move it forward or backward without using the
adjusting lever.

To adjust the seatbacks

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To adjust the seatback, lean forward slightly, gently pull the
seatback lock lever up, then lean backward to a comfortable
position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.

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CAUTION

● The reclining mechanism used in the seatback is

spring loaded, and will cause the seatback to return
quickly to the vertical position when the lock lever is
operated. When pulling the lever, sit close to the
seatback or hold the seatback with your hand to
control its return motion.

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WARNING

● To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the

event of an accident or sudden stop, all seatbacks
should be kept in the upright position while the vehi­cle is in motion.
Seat belt performance during an accident can be
adversely affected if the seatbacks are reclined. The
more a seatback is reclined, the more likely seat belt

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performance will be adversely affected. If the seat
belt is not properly positioned against the body dur­ing an accident, there is increased risk you will slide
under the belt and receive serious injury or death.

To adjust the seat height (Driver’s seat only, if so
equipped)

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To adjust the seat height, turn the dial as shown in the illustra­tion.

1- To move the seat cushion up
2- To move the seat cushion down

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Heated seats (if so equipped)

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The heated seats can be operated by pushing the switch when
the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON. The indica­tor light (A) will illuminate while the heater is on.

1 (HI) - Heater high (for quick heating)
2 - Heater off
3 (LO) - Heater low (to keep the seat warm)

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WARNING

● Persons who are unable to feel temperature change

or skin pain due to age, illness, injury, medication,
alcohol use, fatigue or other physical conditions or
who have sensitive skin may suffer burns when
using the heated seat even at low temperatures. To
reduce the risk of burns, people with such conditions
must use care when using the heated seat.

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CAUTION

● Switch off the heated seats when not in use. Operate

the heaters at the “HI” position for quick heating.
After the seat has become warm, set the heater
switch to the “LO” position to keep it warm. Slight
variations in the seat temperature may be felt while
using the heated seats. This is caused by the opera­tion of the heater’s internal thermostat and does not
indicate a malfunction.

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CAUTION

● Do not place heavy objects on the seat or stick pins,

needles, or other pointed objects into the seat.

● Do not place a blanket, cushion, or other insulating

material on the seat while using the heater; doing so
can cause the heater element to overheat.

● When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, kero-

sene, gasoline, alcohol, or other organic solvents;

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doing so can cause damage not only to the surface of
the seat, but also to the heater.

● If water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat,

allow it to dry thoroughly before attempting to use
the heater. Turn the heater off immediately if it
appears to be malfunctioning during use.

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WARNING

● Never adjust the seats to make a cargo area when

the vehicle is in motion or on a slope. The seats could
move more than necessary or move suddenly caus­ing a serious accident and/or injury.

● After folding down a seat or returning a seat back to

its original position, make sure the seat is firmly
secured. Also check to make sure that the seat belts
are in front of the seatbacks, and not caught behind
the seatbacks. If the seat is not secured, it could
move causing a serious accident and/or injury.

● Do not allow anyone to ride in the cargo area while

the vehicle is in motion. People who are not properly
seated and restrained can be seriously injured or
killed in an accident.

● The cargo area in the rear of the vehicle should

never be used as a play area by children. All chil­dren should be properly restrained in a restraint
device that offers the maximum protection for their
size and age. Refer to “Child restraint systems” on
page 2-24.

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CAUTION

● In the cargo area, do not load luggage or cargo

higher than the top of the seats and make sure that it
is firmly secured. Restricted rear vision or flying
objects entering the passenger compartment during
sudden braking could result in a serious accident
and/or injury.

● Seatbacks should always be folded and put back into

their normal position by an adult.

● When adjusting the seats, be careful not to catch

your hand. Personal injury could result.

Folding the seatbacks forward

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The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to provide additional
luggage compartment space.

To fo l d

1. Place each head restraint in its lowest position. (Refer to
“Head restraints” on page 2-11.)

2. Pull the left or right release straps (A), and fold the rear
seatbacks forward.

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3. Store the seat belt latch plate for the outboard seating
position as shown in the illustration.

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1. Make sure that the seat belt latch plate for the outboard
seating position is stored.

2. Raise the seatback until it locks securely into place.
After returning the seatback to its normal position, gently
shake the seat and seatback to make sure they are firmly
secured.

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Head restraints

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Padded head restraints for the seats can reduce the risk of a
whiplash injury if your vehicle is hit from the rear.
The head restraints are equipped in the illustrated position.
To maximize the effectiveness of your head restraint, adjust the
front seatback to the upright position, the rear seatback to the
normal seating position, and the head restraint to the proper
position. Sit back against the seatback with your head close to
the head restraint.

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WARNING

● Driving without the head restraints in place can

cause you and your passengers serious injury or
death in an accident. To reduce the risk of injury in
an accident, always make sure the head restraints
are installed and properly positioned when the seat
is occupied.

● In order to minimize the risk of a neck injury due to

a rear impact, the front seatback must be adjusted
to the upright position, the rear seatback to the nor­mal seating position, and the head restraint to the
proper position before vehicle operation. The driver
should never adjust the seat while the vehicle is in
motion.

● Never place a cushion or similar device on the

seatback. This can adversely affect head restraint
performance by increasing the distance between
your head and the restraint.

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Adjustment of the head restraint height

To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, adjust the head
restraint height so that the center of the restraint is at your ear
level when seated. Any person too tall for the restraint to reach
their ear level when seated should raise the restraint to the
highest locked position.

● To raise the restraint, pull it straight up.

● To lower the restraint, push down on it while pressing the

lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrow.

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● After adjusting the height, push down on the restraint to

make sure it is locked in position.

To remove

Press the lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrows.
Then pull the head restraint up and out of the seatback.

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WARNING

● To help minimize the risk of neck injury in the event

of an accident, the head restraints must be properly
installed and positioned to proper height before
vehicle operation.

To install

First check that the head restraint is facing in the right direction
as shown in the previous illustration, and then insert it into the
seatback. Push the head restraint down while pressing the lock
knob (A) until the restraint locks into place.

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CAUTION

● Check that the lock knob (A) is extended out as

shown in the illustration. Then pull the head
restraint up to make sure that it is locked in place
and will not come out of the seatback.

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CAUTION

● The shape and size of the head restraint differs

according to the seat. Always use the correct head
restraint provided for the seat and do not install the
head restraint in the wrong direction.

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Seat belts

Seat belts are installed in your vehicle to help reduce the risk of
injury to the driver and passenger in the event of an accident.
Always use the provided seat belts.
Carefully review the following information for proper seat belt
usage.

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WARNING

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● To help reduce the risk of injury or death in an acci-

dent, seat belts and child restraint systems must
always be used. Refer to “Child restraint systems”
on page 2-24 for additional information.

● Never use one seat belt for more than one person.

● Never carry more people in your vehicle than there

are seat belts.

● Always adjust the seat belt for a snug fit.

● Always place the shoulder belt over your shoulder

and across your chest. Never put it behind you or
under your arm.

● Always wear the lap belt as low as possible across

your hips, not around your waist.

● Never modify or alter the seat belts in your vehicle.

● To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or

death during deployment of the driver’s airbag,
always properly wear the seat belt and adjust 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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WARNING

● To reduce the risk to a front seat passenger of seri-

ous injury or death from a deploying airbag, make
sure the passenger always wears the seat belt prop­erly, remains seated all the way back and upright in
their seat, and moves the seat as far back as possible.
Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ­airbag” on page 2-35 for additional information.

● Never hold an infant or child in your arms or on

your lap when riding in this vehicle even when you
are wearing your seat belt. Never place any part of
the seat belt you are wearing around an infant or
child. Failure to follow these simple instructions cre­ates a risk of serious injury or death to your child in
the event of an accident or sudden stop.

● Children 12 years old and under should always ride

in the rear seat and be properly restrained. This
reduces their risk of serious injury or death in an
accident, especially due to a deploying front passen­ger airbag. Refer to “Child restraint systems” on
page 2-24 for additional information.

● Any child who is too small to properly wear a seat

belt must be properly restrained in an appropriate
child restraint system.

● Infants MUST be placed in a rear-facing child safety

seat and positioned in the rear seat.

● In the event of an accident, all seat belt assemblies,

including retractors and attachment hardware,
should be inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer to determine whether replacement is
necessary.

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Seat belt instructions

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All seats are equipped with a seat belt which uses one com­bined lap-and-shoulder belt with an emergency locking retrac­tor.

This system is designed to provide both comfort and safety. It
permits full extension and automatic retraction of the belts dur­ing normal vehicle operation. A sensing device inside the belt
retractor is designed to lock the retractor in the event of a sud­den change in the vehicle’s motion.

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● For instructions on installing a child restraint system using

a seat belt, refer to “Installing a child restraint system
using the seat belt” on page 2-31.

1. Occupants should always sit back in their seats with their
backs against the upright seatback. To reduce the risk of
serious injury or death during deployment of the airbag,
adjust 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. The front passenger seat should also be
moved as far back as possible. Refer to “Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) - airbag” on page 2-35. Also refer
to “To adjust the seat forward or backward” on page 2-5.

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WARNING

● To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the

event of an accident or sudden stop, all seatbacks
should be kept in the upright position while the vehi­cle is in motion.
Seat belt performance during an accident can be
adversely affected if the seatbacks are reclined. The
more a seatback is reclined, the more likely seat belt

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performance will be adversely affected. If the seat
belt is not properly positioned against the body dur­ing an accident, there is increased risk you will slide
under the belt and receive serious injury or death.

2. Grasp the latch plate and slide it up the webbing so that it
easily pulls across your body.

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3. Pull the seat belt out slowly while holding the latch plate.
Push the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a
“click”. Pull up on the belt to be sure the latch plate is
locked securely in the buckle.

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● If the seat belt locks up and cannot be pulled out, pull it

once with force and let it retract all the way.
Then, pull the belt out slowly once again.

4. The lap part of the belt must always be worn low and snug
across the hips. Pull up on the shoulder portion of the belt
to take up any slack in the lap belt.

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OTE

● With the exception of the seat belt for the driver, the seat

belts in all other seating positions are equipped with an
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function. If you pull
the seat belt fully out of the retractor, the retractor will
switch to its ALR child restraint installation function (see
page 2-31).
When the ALR function has been activated, the seat belt
will only retract. If this happens, let the belt fully retract,

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then pull the seat belt back out, repeating steps 1 through

4.

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WARNING

● Be sure the lap belt portion fits snugly and is worn

as low as possible across the hips, not around the
waist. Failure to follow this instruction will increase
the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an
accident.

● Be sure the seat belt webbing is not twisted when

worn. Twisted webbing may adversely affect seat
belt performance.

5. To release the belt, press the button on the buckle and
allow the belt to retract.
If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check
for kinks or twists in the webbing. Then make sure it
remains untwisted as it retracts.

Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning light

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A tone and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten
the seat belt.

If the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put in ON without the driver’s seat belt
being fastened, a warning light will come on and a tone will
sound for approximately 6 seconds to remind you to fasten
your seat belt.
If the vehicle is driven with the seat belt still unfastened, the
warning light will blink and the tone will sound intermittently
until the seat belt is fastened.

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WARNING

● In order to reduce the risk of serious injury or death

in an accident, always fasten your own seat belt. Do
not allow anyone to ride in your vehicle unless he or
she is also seated and fastening a seat belt. Children
should additionally be restrained in a secure child
restraint system.

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● If the seat belt subsequently remains unfastened, the

warning light and the tone will issue further warnings
each time the vehicle starts moving from a stop.

Front passenger seat belt warning light

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The front passenger seat belt warning light is located at shown
in the illustration.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put in ON, this indicator normally comes on
and goes off a few seconds later.
The light comes on when a person sits on the front passenger
seat but does not fasten the seat belt. It goes off when the seat
belt is subsequently fastened.

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WARNING

● When a child booster seat is used on the front pas-

senger seat, the front passenger seat belt warning
light will not come on, if the seat belt is not fastened
when the booster seat is used. Confirm that the child
is wearing the seat belt properly.

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WARNING

● Do not install any accessory or sticker that makes

the light difficult to see.

Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (front seats)

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The seat belt anchor height can be adjusted. To move the
anchor, pull the lock knob (A) and slide the anchor to the
desired position. Release the lock knob to lock the anchor into
position.

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WARNING

● Always adjust the shoulder belt anchor so that the

shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your
shoulder without touching your neck. The shoulder
belt should not be able to fall off your shoulder. Fail­ure to follow this instruction can adversely affect
seat belt performance and increase the risk of seri­ous injury or death in the event of an accident.

● Adjust the shoulder belt anchor only when the vehi-

cle is not in motion.

● Make sure the anchor is securely locked in position

after adjusting it.

Seat belt extender

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If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended,
a seat belt extender must be obtained. The extender may be
used for either of the front seats.

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WARNING

● The extender should only be used if the existing belt

is not long enough. Anyone who can use the stan­dard seat belt should not use an extender. Unneces­sary use of an extender can adversely affect seat belt
performance in an accident.

● When not required, the extender must be removed

and stowed.

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Seat belt use during pregnancy

Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like
all occupants, pregnant women are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed in an accident if they do not wear seat belts.

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WARNING

● To reduce the risk of serious injury or death to preg-

nant women and unborn children in an accident,

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pregnant women should always wear a seat belt. The
lap portion of the seat belt should be worn snug and
low across the hips and below the rounding. Consult
your doctor if you have any additional questions or
concerns.

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Seat belt pre-tensioner and force limiter

systems

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The driver’s and front passenger’s seats each have a seat belt
equipped with a pre-tensioner system.

Pre-tensioner system

The driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with a
seat belt pre-tensioner system. In a moderate-to-severe frontal
or side collision, the pre-tensioner system operates simulta­neously with the deployment of the front airbags, side airbags
or curtain airbags.
The seat belt pre-tensioners are located within the seat belt
retractors (A). When activated, the pre-tensioners quickly draw
back seat belt webbing and increase seat belt performance.

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The seat belt pre-tensioner system includes the following com­ponents:

1- SRS warning light
2- Front impact sensors
3- Seat belt pre-tensioner
4- Side impact sensors
5- Airbag control unit

The airbag control unit monitors the readiness of the electronic
parts of the system whenever the ignition switch or the opera­tion mode is under the following conditions. These include all
of the items listed above and all related wiring.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is in ON.

The seat belt pre-tensioners will operate under the same condi­tions as the airbag control unit.

When the seat belt pre-tensioners activate, some smoke is
released and a loud noise will be heard. The smoke is not harm­ful, but care should be taken not to intentionally inhale it, as it
may cause some temporary irritation to people with respiratory
problems.
The pre-tensioners activate in the event of a moderate-to­severe front or side impact, even if the seat belt is not being
worn. The seat belt pre-tensioners may not activate in certain
collisions, even though the vehicle may appear to be severely
damaged. Such non-activation does not mean that something is
wrong with the seat belt pre-tensioner system, but rather that
the collision forces were not severe enough to activate the sys­tem.

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WARNING

● The seat belt pre-tensioner system is designed to

work only once. After the seat belt pre-tensioners
have been activated, they will not work again. They
must promptly be replaced and the entire seat belt
pre-tensioner system inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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SRS warning light

This warning light tells you if there is a problem involving the
SRS airbags and/or the seat belt pre-tensioner system. Refer to
“SRS warning light” on page 2-44.

Force limiter system

In the event of an accident, the seat belt force limiter system
will help reduce the force applied to the driver and front seat
passenger.

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Child restraint systems

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When transporting infants or small children in your vehicle, an
appropriate child restraint system must always be used. This is
required by law in the U.S. and Canada.
Child restraint systems specifically designed for infants and
small children are offered by several manufacturers. Choose
only a child restraint system with a label certifying that it com­plies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS

213) or Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cushions
Safety Regulations (RSSR). Look for the manufacturer’s state­ment of compliance on the box and child restraint system itself.

The child restraint system should be appropriate for your
child’s weight and height, and should properly fit your vehi­cle’s seat.
For detailed information, refer to the instruction manual
accompanying the child restraint system.

Guidelines for child restraint system selection

All children should be properly restrained in a restraint device
that offers the maximum protection for their size and age.
Be sure to check local, state, or provincial requirements for
child size and age that may vary from the recommendations
listed below.

● Children less than 1 year old and children less than 20

pounds (9 kg) MUST ride in a rear-facing child safety seat
that MUST ONLY be used in the rear seat.

● Children older than 1 year of age and who weigh less than

40 pounds (18 kg) or who are less than 40 inches (100 cm)
tall must be in a forward-facing restraint used only in the
rear seat.

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● Children who weigh more than 40 pounds (18 kg) or who

are more than 40 inches (100 cm) tall, regardless of age,
should use a suitable child seat or a booster seat (including
a booster cushion) in the rear seat until the vehicle’s lap­and-shoulder belt fits them properly.

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WARNING

● All children must be seated in the rear seat, and

properly restrained.
Accident statistics show that children of all sizes and
ages are safer when properly restrained in the rear
seat, rather than in the front seat.

● Be sure to select a child restraint system that is

appropriate not only for the child’s size and age but
also for your vehicle. Some child restraint systems
may not fit your vehicle properly.

● Any child who is too large to use a child restraint

system should ride in the rear seat and wear the lap­and-shoulder belt properly. The shoulder belt must
be positioned over the shoulder and across the chest,
not across their neck, and with the lap belt posi­tioned low on the child’s hips, not across their stom­ach. If necessary, a booster seat (including a booster
cushion) should be used to help achieve a proper
seat belt fit. Follow the booster seat (including a
booster cushion) manufacturer’s instructions. Only
use a booster seat (including a booster cushion) that
is certified as complying with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards or Motor Vehicle Restraint Sys­tems and Booster Cushions Safety Regulations.

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WARNING

● Never hold an infant or child in your arms or on

your lap when riding in this vehicle, even when you
are wearing your seat belt. Never place any part of
the seat belt you are wearing around an infant or
child. Failure to follow these simple instructions cre­ates a risk of serious injury or death to your child in
the event of an accident or sudden stop.

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WARNING

● Your vehicle is also equipped with a front passenger

airbag.
Never put REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS or INFANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS in
the front passenger seat. This places the infant too
close to the passenger airbag. During deployment of
that airbag, the infant can be seriously injured or

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killed. Rear-facing child restraint systems or infant
restraint systems must only be used in the rear seat.

Airbag

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WARNING

● FRONT-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT SYS-

TEMS should be used in the rear seat whenever pos­sible. If one must be used in the front passenger seat,
move the seat to the most rearward position and
make sure the child stays in the child restraint sys­tem, properly restrained. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious injury or death to
the child.

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WARNING

● It is important to use an approved rear-facing infant

restraint until the infant is one year old (unless the
infant outgrows the seat sooner). This allows the
infant’s neck and spine to develop enough to support
the weight of their head in the event of an accident.

● When installing a child restraint system, follow the

instructions provided by the manufacturer and fol­low the directions in this manual. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death to your child in
an accident or sudden stop.

● After installation, push and pull the child restraint

system back and forth, and side to side, to see that it
is firmly secured. If the child restraint system is not
installed securely, it may cause injury to the child or
other occupants in the event of an accident or sud­den stop.

● When not in use, keep your child restraint system

secured with the seat belt, or remove it from the
vehicle, in order to prevent it from being thrown
around inside the vehicle during an accident.

OTE

● Before purchasing a child restraint system, try installing it

in the rear seat to ensure proper fit. Due to the location of
the seat belt buckles and the shape of the seat cushion, it
may be difficult to securely install some manufacturer’s
child restraint systems.
If the child restraint system can be pulled forward or to
either side easily on the seat cushion after the seat belt has
been tightened, choose another manufacturer’s child
restraint system.
Depending on the seating position in the vehicle and the
child restraint system that you have, the child restraint
system can be attached using one of the following 2 meth­ods:

• Attach to the lower anchorage in the rear seat ONLY if
the child restraint system is compatible with the LATCH
system (See page 2-28).

• Attach to the seat belt (See page 2-31).

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Installing a child restraint system using the
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for chil­dren) system

Lower anchor locations

The outboard seating positions in the rear seat of your vehicle
are equipped with lower anchors for attaching child restraint
systems compatible with the LATCH system.

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Tether anchor locations

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Your vehicle has 3 attachment points on the back of the rear
seatbacks. These are for securing a child restraint system tether
strap to each of the 3 rear seating positions in your vehicle.

OTE

● The attachments points are behind slits on the seatback

backboard cloth.

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Examples of child restraint systems compatible with the
LATCH system

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A- Rear-facing child restraint system
B- Front-facing child restraint system
C- Child restraint system lower anchor connectors
D- Tether strap

(These are only examples.)

Using the LATCH system

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1. In order to securely fasten the tether strap, remove the
head restraint from the location where you wish to install
the child restraint system.

2. Open the gap a little between the seat cushion (A) and the
seatback (B) with your hand to locate the lower anchors
(C).

3. Push the anchor connectors (D) on the child restraint sys­tem into the lower anchors (C) in accordance with the
instructions provided by the child restraint system manu­facturer.

Remember, the lower anchors provided with your
vehicle are designed to secure suitable child restraint
systems compatible with the LATCH system in the
outboard positions of the rear seats only. The anchor
connectors are NOT designed to secure a suitable child
restraint system in the center position of the rear seat.

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A- Vehicle seat cushion C- Lower anchor
B- Vehicle seatback D- Connector

OTE

● In order to secure a child restraint system compatible with

the LATCH system, you must use the lower anchor points
in the outboard positions of the rear seat. To secure a child
restraint system in the center position of the rear seat, you
must use the vehicle’s center seat belt.

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WARNING

● If there is any foreign material in or around the

lower anchors, remove it before installing the child
restraint system. Also, make sure the seat belt is
away from, not looped through or otherwise inter­fering with, the child restraint system. If foreign
matter is not removed and/or the seat belt interferes
with the child restraint system, the child restraint
system will not be secured properly, could detach
and move forward in the event of sudden braking or
an accident, and could result in injury to the child or
other vehicle occupants.

● When the vehicle is moving, do not adjust the seat

where the child restraint system is installed.

4. On a vehicle equipped with a rear shelf panel, remove the
rear shelf panel from the vehicle. (Refer to “Rear shelf
panel” on page 3-167.)

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5. Open the slit on the backboard cloth of the seatback, latch
the tether strap hook (E) of the child restraint system to
the tether anchor bar (F) and tighten the tether strap so it is
securely fastened.

6. Push and pull the child restraint system in all directions to
ensure it is firmly secured.

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WARNING

● Child restraint system tether anchors are designed

only to withstand loads from correctly fitted child
restraint systems. Under no circumstances are they
to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for
attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

Installing a child restraint system using the seat
belt (with emergency/automatic locking mecha­nism)

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With the exception of the driver, the seat belt in all other seat­ing positions can be converted from normal Emergency Lock­ing Retractor (ELR) mode, to Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) mode. This means that when you pull the seat belt fully
out of the retractor, the retractor will switch to its ALR child
restraint installation function. Always use the ALR child
restraint installation function when you install a child restraint
system using the seat belt.

Children 12 years old and under should always be restrained in
the rear seat, whenever possible, although the front passenger
seat belt can also be converted to ALR mode.

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WARNING

● When you install a child restraint system using the

seat belt, always make sure the retractor has been
switched to the ALR child restraint installation
function. The ALR function will keep the child
restraint system tightly secured to the seat.
Failure to convert the retractor to the ALR function
may allow the child restraint system to move for­ward during sudden braking or an accident, result­ing in serious injury or death to the child or other
occupants.

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Installation

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1. Place the child restraint system on the seat where you
wish to install it.
To help assure proper fitting of the child restraint system,
always remove the head restraint.

2. Route the seat belt through the child restraint system
according to the instructions provided by the child
restraint system’s manufacturer. Then insert the seat belt
latch plate into the buckle. Make sure you hear a “click”
when you insert the latch plate into the buckle.

3. To activate the ALR child restraint installation function,
slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out of
the retractor until it stops. Then let the belt feed back into
the retractor.

4. After the belt has retracted, tug on it.
If the belt is in the ALR function, you will not be able to
pull it out. If the webbing can be pulled out from retractor,
the ALR function has not been activated and you will
need to repeat steps 3 and 4.

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5. After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder
part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any
slack from the lap part of the belt allowing the slack to
feed into the retractor. Remember, if the lap belt portion is
not tight, the child restraint system will not be secure. It
may help to put your weight on the child restraint system
and/or push on its seatback while pulling up on the belt
(See illustration).

If your child restraint system requires the use of a tether strap,
fasten the tether strap in accordance with the following proce­dures.

6. On a vehicle equipped with a rear shelf panel, remove the
rear shelf panel from the vehicle. (Refer to “Rear shelf
panel” on page 3-167.)

7. Latch the tether strap hook (A) of the child restraint sys­tem to the tether anchor bar (B) and tighten the tether strap
so it is securely fastened.

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WARNING

● Child restraint system tether anchors are designed

only to withstand loads from correctly fitted child
restraint systems. Under no circumstances are they
to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for
attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

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8. Before putting your child in the restraint, push and pull
the restraint in all directions to be sure it is firmly secure.
Do this before each use. If the child restraint system is not
firmly secure, repeat steps 1 through 7.

9. To remove a child restraint system from the vehicle and
deactivate the ALR mode, remove the child from the
restraint. Unlatch the buckle. Then remove the belt from
the restraint and let the belt fully retract.

10. Reinstall the head restraint.

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Refer to “Head restraints” on page 2-11.

Children who have outgrown child restraint sys­tems

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Children who have outgrown a child restraint system should be
seated in the rear seat and wear the seat belt. If the shoulder
belt crosses their face or neck, and/or the lap belt crosses their
stomach, a commercially available booster seat (including a
booster cushion) must be used to raise the child so that the
shoulder belt crosses their shoulder and the lap belt remains
positioned low across their hips. The booster seat (including a
booster cushion) should fit the vehicle seat and have a label
certifying compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan­dards or Motor Vehicle Restraint Systems and Booster Cush­ions Safety Regulations.

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WARNING

● Any child who is too small to properly wear a seat

belt must be properly restrained in an appropriate
child restraint system, to reduce their risk of serious
injury or death in an accident.

● A child should never be left unattended in, or unsu-

pervised around, your vehicle. When you leave the
vehicle, always take the child out as well.

● Children can die from heat stroke if left or trapped

inside the vehicle, especially on hot days.

● Keep your vehicle locked when not in use. Keep

your vehicle keys away from children.

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Maintenance and inspection of seat belts

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The seat belt webbing may be cleaned with mild soap or deter­gent solution. Do not use an organic solvent. Allow the belts to
dry in the shade. Do not allow them to retract until completely
dry. Do not attempt to bleach or re-dye the belts. The color may
rub off and the webbing strength may be affected.

Regularly check your seat belt buckles and their release mech­anisms for positive engagement and release of the latch plate.
Check the retractors for automatic locking when in the Auto­matic Locking Retractor function.

The entire seat belt assembly should be replaced if the webbing
shows any obvious cuts, tears, increase in thickness in any sec­tion of the webbing from broken fibers, or severe fading from
sunlight. All of these conditions indicate a weakening of the
belt, which may adversely affect seat belt performance in an
accident.

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WARNING

● Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the

seat belt assemblies. This work should be done by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Failure to
have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer per­form the work could reduce the effectiveness of the
belts and could result in a serious injury or death in
an accident.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) -

airbag

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This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS), which includes airbags for the driver and passengers.

The SRS front airbags are designed to supplement the primary
protection of the driver and front passenger seat belt systems
by providing those occupants with protection against head and
chest injuries in certain moderate to severe frontal collisions.
The SRS front airbags, together with sensors at the front of the
vehicle and sensors attached to the front seats, form an
advanced airbag system.

The SRS driver’s knee airbag is designed to supplement the
primary protection of the driver’s seat belt system. It can
reduce the forward movement of the driver’s lower legs and
provide increased overall body protection in certain moderate
to severe frontal collisions.

The SRS side airbags and the curtain airbags are also designed
to supplement the seat belts. The SRS side airbags provide the
driver and front passenger with protection against chest injuries
by deploying the bag on the side impacted in moderate to
severe side impact collisions. The SRS curtain airbags provide
the driver and passengers on the front seat and rear outboard
seat with protection against head injuries by deploying a bag
on the side impacted in moderate to severe side impact colli­sions.

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The SRS airbags are NOT a substitute for use of the seat belts.
For maximum protection in all types of accidents, seat belts
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this vehicle (with infants and small children in an appropriate
child restraint system in the rear seat, and older children buck­led in the rear seat). Refer to “Child restraint systems” on page
2-24.

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WARNING

● IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS WEAR

YOUR SEAT BELT PROPERLY EVEN WITH AN
AIRBAG.

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• Seat belts help keep the driver and passengers
properly positioned. This reduces the risk of injury
in all collisions, and reduces the risk of serious
injuries or death when the airbags inflate.
During sudden braking just before a collision, an
unrestrained or improperly restrained driver or
passengers can move forward into direct contact
with, or within close proximity to, the airbag when
it begins to inflate.
The beginning stage of airbag inflation is the most
forceful and can cause serious injuries or death if
the occupant comes in contact with the airbag at
this time.

• Seat belts reduce the risk of injury in rollovers, in
rear impact collisions, and in lower-speed frontal
collisions because the airbags are not designed to
inflate in those situations.

• Seat belts reduce the risk of being thrown from
your vehicle in a collision or rollover.

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WARNING

● IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO BE PROPERLY

SEATED.

• A driver or front passenger sitting too close to the
steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag
deployment can be seriously injured or killed.

• Airbags inflate very quickly and with great force.
If the driver and front passenger are not properly
seated and restrained, the airbag may not provide
the proper protection, and can cause serious inju­ries or death when it inflates.

• To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or
death due to a deploying driver’s airbag, always
properly wear your seat belt and adjust the
driver’s seat as far back as possible, maintaining a
position that still allows the driver to have good
control of the steering wheel, brake, accelerator,
and other vehicle controls.

• To reduce the risk to the front passenger of serious
injury or death from a deploying passenger’s
airbag, make sure the passenger always wears the
seat belt properly, remains seated upright and all
the way back in the seat, and positions the seat as
far back as possible.

• Seat all infants and children in the rear seat, prop­erly restrained in an appropriate child restraint
system.

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WARNING

● Airbags inflate very quickly and with great force.

Do not sit on the edge of the seat or sit with your
lower legs too close to the instrument panel, or lean
your head or chest close to the steering wheel or the
instrument panel.

● Do not put your feet or legs on or against the instru-

ment panel.

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WARNING

● Infants and small children should never ride unre-

strained, or lean against the instrument panel. They
should never ride held in your arms or on your lap.
They can be seriously injured or killed in an acci­dent, especially when the airbags inflate. Seat all
infants and children in the rear seat, properly
restrained in an appropriate child restraint system.
Refer to “Child restraint systems” on page 2-24.

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WARNING

● NEVER put REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT

SYSTEMS or INFANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS in
the front passenger seat. This places the infant too
close to the passenger airbag. During deployment of
that airbag, the infant can be seriously injured or
killed.
Rear-facing child restraint systems or infant
restraint systems must only be used in the rear seat.

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WARNING

● FRONT-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT SYS-

TEMS should be used in the rear seat whenever pos­sible. If they must be used in the front passenger
seat, move the seat to the most rearward position
and make sure the child stays in the child restraint
system, properly restrained. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious injury or death to
the child.

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WARNING

● Older children should be seated in the rear seat with

their seat belt properly worn, and with an appropri­ate booster seat (including a booster cushion) if
needed.
Refer to “Children who have outgrown child
restraint systems” on page 2-34.

How the Supplemental Restraint System works

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The SRS includes the following components:

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1- Curtain airbag modules
2- Airbag module (Driver)
3- Passenger’s airbag off indicator
4- SRS warning light
5- Airbag module (Passenger)
6- Front impact sensors
7- Side airbag modules
8- Driver’s seat position sensor

9- Passenger’s seat occupant classification sensor system
10- Side impact sensors
11- Airbag module (Driver’s knee)
12- Airbag control unit

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The airbag control unit monitors the readiness of the electronic
parts of the system whenever the ignition switch or the opera­tion mode is under the following conditions. These include all
of the items listed above and all related wiring.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is in ON.

The airbags will operate under the same conditions as the
airbag control unit.

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When the impact sensors detect a sufficient front or side impact
to deploy the airbag(s), the appropriate airbag(s) will be
deployed.

When airbags deploy, some smoke is released accompanied by
a loud noise. The smoke is not harmful, but do not intentionally
inhale the smoke as it may cause temporary irritation to people
with respiratory problems.

An inflated airbag will deflate quickly, so you may not even
notice that the airbag was inflated.
Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or
being able to steer the vehicle, and does not prevent people
from leaving the vehicle.

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CAUTION

● Airbags inflate very quickly and with great force. In

certain situations, contact with an inflating airbag

may cause small cuts, abrasions, and bruises.

Event Data Recording

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This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hit­ting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how
a vehicle’s systems performed.
The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynam­ics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30
seconds or less.

The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

● How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

● Whether or not the driver and front passenger safety belts

were buckled/fastened;

● How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelera-

tor and/or brake pedal; and,

● How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the cir­cumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

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OTE

● EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-triv-

ial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the
EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforce­ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of per­sonally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash

investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is
required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In
addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law
enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the
information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

Driver’s seat position sensor

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The driver’s seat position sensor is attached to the seat rail and
provides the airbag control unit with information on the seat’s
fore-aft position. The airbag control unit controls deployment
of the driver’s front airbag in accordance with the information
it receives from this sensor.
If there is a problem involving the driver’s seat position sensor,
the SRS warning light in the instrument panel will come on.
Refer to “SRS warning light” on page 2-44.

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WARNING

● If the SRS warning light comes on, have the vehicle

inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer as soon as possible.

● Please observe the following instructions to ensure

that the driver’s seat position sensor can operate
correctly.

• Adjust the seat to the correct position, and sit well
back against the seatback.
Refer to “Front seats” on page 2-3.

• Do not recline the seatback more than necessary
when driving.

• Do not place metallic objects or luggage under the
front seat.

● If the vehicle is involved in a severe impact, have the

SRS sensor inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer as soon as possible.

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Passenger’s seat occupant classification sensor
system

The passenger’s seat occupant classification sensor system is
attached to the front passenger seat cushion and provides the
airbag control unit with information regarding the occupant on
the front passenger seat. The airbag control unit controls
deployment of the passenger’s front airbag in accordance with
the information it receives from this system.
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the system senses no occupant on the front passenger seat or a
child in a child restraint system. In this case, the passenger’s
airbag off indicator will illuminate.
Refer to “Passenger’s airbag off indicator” on page 2-43.
If there is a problem involving the passenger’s seat occupant
classification sensor system, the SRS warning light in the
instrument panel will come on.
Refer to “SRS warning light” page 2-44.

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WARNING

● If any of the following conditions occur, you should

immediately have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as pos­sible:

• The SRS warning light does not initially come on
when the ignition switch or the operation mode is
under the following conditions.

• [Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.­key]
The ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START”
position.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
The operation mode is in ON.

• The SRS warning light does not go out after sev­eral seconds.

• The SRS warning light comes on while you are
driving.

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WARNING

● To ensure that the passenger’s seat occupant classifi-

cation sensor system can sense correctly, observe the
following instructions. Failure to follow these
instructions can adversely affect the performance of
the passenger’s airbag system.

• Adjust the seat to the correct position, and sit well
back against the seatback.
Refer to “Front seats” on page 2-3.

• Do not recline the seatback more than necessary.

• Never have more than one person (adult or child)
sitting on the seat.

• Do not place anything between the seat and the
floor console.

• When attaching a child restraint system, secure it
firmly.

• Do not place luggage or other objects on the seat.

• Do not use a seat cover or a cushion.

• Do not modify or replace the seat and seat belt.

• Do not place luggage or other objects under the
seat.

• Do not place and use an electronic device such as a
computer on the seat.

• Do not place heavy objects on the seat or stick
pins, needles, or other objects into it.

• Do not remove the seat cushion skin.

• If any liquid is spilled on the seat, wipe it and dry
the seat immediately.

● If the vehicle is involved in a severe impact, have the

SRS sensors inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer as soon as possible.

Passenger’s airbag off indicator

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The passenger airbag off indicator is located at shown in the
illustration.

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The indicator normally comes on when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in
ON, and goes out a few seconds later. In the following situa­tions, the indicator will stay on to show that the passenger front
airbag is not operational.

● The front passenger seat is not occupied.

● The system senses that a child is using a child restraint

system on the front passenger seat.
When the passenger’s seat occupant classification sensor sys­tem senses there is a person seated in the front passenger seat,
the indicator goes out to show that the passenger’s front airbag
is operational.

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WARNING

● If any of the following conditions occur, you should

immediately have the airbag system in your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer as soon as possible:

• The passenger’s airbag off indicator comes on
when an adult is sitting on the front passenger
seat.

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• The passenger’s airbag off indicator does not come
on when the front passenger seat is not occupied.

• The passenger’s airbag off indicator does not come
on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position or the operation mode is put in ON.

• The passenger’s airbag off indicator does not come
on when a child is in a child restraint system on the
front passenger seat.

• The passenger’s airbag off indicator comes on and
goes out repeatedly.

● Do not attach any accessory to your vehicle that

makes the passenger’s airbag off indicator difficult
or impossible to see.
You must be able to see the passenger’s airbag off
indicator and verify the status of the passenger’s
airbag system.

SRS warning light

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There is a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
on the instrument panel.

The system checks itself every time the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in
ON. The SRS warning light will come on for several seconds
and then go out. This is normal and means the system is work­ing properly.
If there is a problem involving one or more of the SRS compo­nents, the warning light will come on and stay on.
The SRS warning light is shared by the SRS airbag and the seat
belt pre-tensioner system.

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WARNING

● If any of the following conditions occur, there may

be a problem with the SRS airbags and/or seat belt
pre-tensioners, and they may not function properly
in a collision or may suddenly activate without a col­lision:

• Even when the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in ON, the SRS warning light does not
come on or it remains on.

• The SRS warning light comes on while driving.

The SRS airbags and seat belt pre-tensioners are
designed to help reduce the risk of serious injury or
death in certain collisions. If either of the above con­ditions occurs, immediately have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

Driver’s and passenger’s front airbag system

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The driver’s airbag is located under the padded cover in the
middle of the steering wheel. The front passenger’s airbag is
contained in the instrument panel above the glove compart­ment. The driver’s airbag and the front passenger’s airbag are
designed to deploy at the same time. However, the front pas­senger’s airbag does not deploy when the front passenger seat
is not occupied or when the system senses that a child is in the
child restraint system.

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Driver

Front passenger

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Driver’s knee airbag system

The driver’s knee airbag is located under the steering wheel.
The driver’s knee airbag is designed to deploy at the same time
as the driver’s front airbag.

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Deployment of front airbags

The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when …

Head-on collision with a solid wall at speeds
of approx. 15 mph (25 km/h) or higher

The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag are designed to
deploy when the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe frontal
impact. A typical condition is shown in the illustration to the
left.

The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag are designed to
deploy only in certain moderate to severe frontal collisions
within the shaded area between the arrows in the illustration to
the right.
The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag will deploy if the
impact to the vehicle’s main structure is above a specific
threshold level. The threshold level is approximately 15 mph
(25 km/h) for a frontal collision straight into a solid flat wall
that does not bend or deform. If the impact to the vehicle’s

main structure is below this threshold level, the front airbags
and driver’s knee airbag may not deploy. This threshold level
may also be higher if the vehicle hits something that absorbs
the impact, either by bending or moving (for example, another
stationary vehicle, a pole or a guard rail).
The initial stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful, and can
cause serious injury or death if you are too close to the deploy­ing airbag. Accordingly, it is important that you always wear
the available seat belt.

Moderate to severe frontal impact within
the shaded area between the arrows

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The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag MAY NOT
DEPLOY when …

In certain types of front collisions, the front airbags and
driver’s knee airbag may not deploy, even if the deformation of
the body seems to be large, because the vehicle’s body struc­ture is designed to absorb the impact and deform in order to
help protect the occupants. Some typical situations where the
front airbags and driver’s knee airbag may not deploy are
shown in the illustrations.

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Since the front airbags and driver’s knee airbag do not protect
the occupant in all types of frontal collisions, be sure to always
wear your seat belts properly.

Collision with a utility pole, tree or other narrow object

Collision where the vehicle slides under the rear body of a
truck

Oblique frontal impact

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The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag ARE NOT
DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when …

The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag are not designed to
deploy in situations where they cannot provide protection to
the occupants.
Some typical situations are shown in the illustration.

Since the front airbags and driver’s knee airbag do not protect
the occupants in all types of collisions, be sure to always wear
the your seat belts properly.

Rear end collision to your vehicle

Side collision to your vehicle

Vehicle rolls onto its side or roof

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The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag MAY
DEPLOY when …

The front airbags and driver’s knee airbag may deploy if the
underside of the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe impact
(undercarriage impact). Some typical situations are shown in
the illustration.

Since the front airbags and driver’s knee airbag may deploy in
certain types of unexpected impacts, as shown in the illustra­tions, and these unexpected impacts can move you out of posi-

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tion, it is important to always wear your seat belts properly.
When worn properly, seat belts can help maintain your distance
from the airbags when they begin to inflate. The initial stage of
airbag inflation is the most forceful and can cause serious
injury or death if you are close to the deploying airbag.

Collision with an elevated median/island or curb

Vehicle travels over a deep hole/pothole

Vehicle drives down a steep slope and hits the ground

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WARNING

● Do not attach anything to the steering wheel’s pad-

ded cover, such as trim material, badges, etc. These
could strike and injure an occupant if the airbag
inflates.

● Do not set anything on, or attach anything to, the

instrument panel above the glove compartment.
Such items could strike and injure an occupant if the
airbag inflates.

!

WARNING

● Do not attach accessories to, or put them in front of,

the windshield. They could restrict the airbag infla­tion, or strike and injure an occupant, when the
airbag inflates.

● Do not attach additional keys or accessories (hard,

pointed or heavy objects) to the ignition key. Such
objects could prevent the driver’s knee airbag from
inflating normally or could be propelled to cause
serious injury if the airbag inflates.

● Do not attach accessories to the lower portion of the

driver’s side instrument panel. Such objects could
prevent the driver’s knee airbag from inflating nor­mally or could be propelled to cause serious injury if
the airbag inflates.

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!

WARNING

● Do not attempt to remove, install, disassemble or

repair the SRS airbags.

● Do not place objects, such as packages or pets,

between the airbags and the driver or the front pas­senger. Such objects can adversely affect airbag per­formance, or cause serious injury or death when the
airbag deploys.

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● Immediately after airbag inflation, some parts of the

airbag system will be hot. Do not touch them. You
could otherwise be burned.

● The airbag system is designed to work only once.

After the airbags deploy, they will not work again.
They must promptly be replaced and the entire
airbag system must be inspected by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

Side airbag system

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The side airbags (A) are contained in the driver and front pas­senger seatbacks.
The side airbag is designed to inflate only on the side of the
vehicle that is impacted, even with no passenger in the front
seat.

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Seat and restraint systems

A label is attached to the seatbacks in vehicles equipped with
side airbags.

Curtain airbag system

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The curtain airbags are contained in the front pillars and roof
side rail.
The curtain airbag is designed to inflate only on the side of the
vehicle that is impacted, even with no passenger in the seat.

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Seat and restraint systems

!

WARNING

● The side airbags and curtain airbags can cause seri-

ous injury or death to anyone too close to the airbag
when it deploys. To reduce the risk of injury from a
deploying side airbag and curtain airbag, all occu­pants must be properly restrained and seated well
back, upright, and in the middle of the seat. Do not
lean against the door.

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!

WARNING

● In order to reduce the risk of injury from a deploy-

ing side airbag, do not allow any rear seat passen­gers to hold onto the back of either front seat.
Special care should be taken with children.

● Do not place any objects around the area where the

side airbags deploy. Such objects can interfere with
proper side airbag deployment, and cause injury
during deployment of the side airbag.

● Do not place stickers, labels or additional trim on

the back of either front seat. They can interfere with
proper side airbag deployment.

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Seat and restraint systems

!

WARNING

● Do not attach a microphone (A) or any other object

around the part where the curtain airbag deploys,
such as on the windshield, side door glass or front
and rear pillars and roof side rail. When the curtain
airbag inflates, the microphone or other object may
be hurled with great force or the curtain airbag may
not inflate correctly, resulting in death or serious
injury.

!

WARNING

● Do not install seat covers or re-cover seats that have

side airbags. Covers can interfere with proper side
airbag deployment and adversely affect side airbag
performance.

● Never install a rear-facing child restraint system in

the front passenger seat. Rear-facing child restraint
systems MUST ONLY be used in the rear seat.

● Front-facing child restraint systems should also be

used ONLY in the rear seat. If a front-facing child
restraint system must be used in the front passenger
seat, move the seat as far back as possible, and make
sure that the child stays in the child restraint system,
properly restrained and away from the door.

● Do not allow a child to lean against or sit close to the

passenger door, even if the child is seated in a child
restraint system. The child’s head should also not
lean against or be close to the section of the seatback
where the side airbag and curtain airbag are
located. It is dangerous if the side airbag or curtain
airbag deploys. Failure to follow all of these instruc­tions could lead to serious injury or death to the
child.

● Work done on or in the vicinity of the side airbag or

curtain airbag components should be done only by
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. There is a
risk of a serious injury or death. Improper work
methods can cause accidental side airbag or curtain
airbag deployment, or render a side airbag or cur­tain airbag inoperable. Either of these situations
could result in serious injury or death.

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Seat and restraint systems

Deployment of side airbag and curtain airbag

The side airbag and curtain airbag ARE DESIGNED
TO DEPLOY when...

The side airbag and curtain airbag are designed to deploy when
the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe side impact to the mid­dle of the passenger compartment.
A typical situation is shown in the illustration.

Moderate to severe impact to the middle of the vehicle body’s

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side structure

The seat belts in your vehicle are your primary means of pro­tection in an accident. The SRS side airbags and curtain airbags
are designed to provide additional protection. Therefore, for
your safety and the safety of all occupants, be sure to always
wear your seat belts properly.

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The side airbag and curtain airbag MAY NOT
DEPLOY when...

In certain types of side collisions, the side airbag and curtain
airbag may not deploy, even if the deformation of the body
seems to be large, because the vehicle’s body structure is
designed to absorb the impact and to deform in order to help
protect the occupants. Some typical situations where the side
airbags and curtain airbags may not deploy are shown in the
illustrations on the following page.

Since the side airbags and curtain airbags do not protect the
occupant in all types of side collisions, be sure to always wear
the seat belts properly.

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Seat and restraint systems

Side impact in an area away from the passenger compartment

Motorcycle or other similar small vehicle collision with the
side of vehicle

Collision with a utility pole, tree or other narrow object

Oblique side impact

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Vehicle rolls onto its side or roof

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Seat and restraint systems

The side airbag and curtain airbag ARE NOT
DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when...

The side airbag and curtain airbag are not designed to deploy in
situations where they cannot provide protection to the occu­pants. Some typical situations are shown in the illustration.

Since the side airbags and curtain airbags do not protect the
occupant in all types of collisions, be sure to always wear your
seat belts properly.

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Head-on collision

Rear end collision to your vehicle

SRS servicing

!

WARNING

● Any maintenance performed on or near the compo-

nents of the SRS should be performed only by an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. Do not permit
anyone else to do any service, inspection, mainte­nance or repair on any SRS components or wiring.
Similarly, no part of the SRS should ever be han­dled, removed or disposed by anyone except an
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Improper work methods on the SRS components or
wiring could result in an accidental airbag deploy­ment or could make the SRS inoperable. Either of
these situations could result in serious injury or
death.

● Do not modify your steering wheel or any other SRS

component or related vehicle part. For example,
replacement of the steering wheel, or modifications
to the front bumper or body structure can adversely
affect SRS performance and may lead to injury.

● If your vehicle has received any damage, you should

have the SRS inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer to make sure it is in proper working
order.

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Seat and restraint systems

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!

WARNING

● Do not modify your front seats, center pillar or cen-

ter console. Such modifications can adversely affect
SRS performance and may lead to injury.
Also, if you discover any tear or open seam in the
seat fabric near the side airbag, have the seat
inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.

● If you have found any scratch, crack or damage to

the portion of the front and rear pillars and roof side
rail, you should have the SRS inspected by an autho­rized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

OTE

● When you transfer ownership of the vehicle to another

person, we urge you to alert the new owner that it is
equipped with the SRS and refer that owner to the applica­ble sections in this owner’s manual.

● If you decide to junk or scrap your vehicle, we urge you to

first take it to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer so
that the SRS can be made safe for disposal.

● If any of the following parts needs to be modified for use

by a handicapped person, the advanced airbag system will
be greatly affected. Please consult an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

• Driver’s seat

• Front passenger seat

• Front seat belt

• Steering wheel

• Instrument panel

[For vehicles sold in U.S.A.]

To contact Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
call 1-888-648-7820 or write to:

Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Customer Relations Department
P.O. Box 6400
Cypress, CA 90630-0064

[For vehicles sold in Canada]

To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc.
call 1-888-576-4878 or write to:

Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations Department
P.O. Box 41009
4141 Dixie Road
Mississauga, ON L4W 5C9

[For vehicles sold in Puerto Rico]

To contact Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Caribbean,
Inc.
call 1-787-251-8715 or write to:

Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Caribbean, Inc.
Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 192216
SAN JUAN PR 00919-2216

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Seat and restraint systems

[For vehicles sold in Guam]

To contact Triple J Enterprises Inc.
call [phone] or write to:

Triple J Enterprises, Inc.

Warning label

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Occupant restraint warning labels for the SRS are located in
the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

P.O. Box 6066
TAMUNING
GUAM 96931

[For vehicles sold in Saipan]

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To contact Triple J Motors
call [phone] or write to:

Tri ple J M o t o r s
P.O. Box 500487
SAIPAN, MP96950-0487

[For vehicles sold in American Samoa]

To contact Pacific Marketing Inc.
call 684 (699) 9140 or write to:

Pacific Marketing, Inc.
P.O. Box 698
PAGO PAGO,
AMERICAN SAMOA AS, 96799

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* - Located in the passenger’s side as well.

Seat and restraint systems

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Features and controls

Break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2

Electronic immobilizer

(Anti-theft starting system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 5

Keyless entry system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . .3- 8

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter

(F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 13

Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 35

Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 38

Child safety locks for rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 40

Liftgate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 41

Manual window control (if so equipped). . . . . . . .3- 43

Power window control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 43

Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 48

Steering wheel height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 49

Inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 50

Outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 52

Ignition switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 54

Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 56

Manual transaxle (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 59

Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

(if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 61

Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 68

Hill start assist (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 69

Brake assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 71

Anti-lock braking system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 72

Electric power steering system (EPS) . . . . . . . . . .3- 75

Active stability control (ASC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 76

Cruise control (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 80

Tire pressure monitoring system (if so equipped). 3- 87

Rear-view camera (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 93

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 96

Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 98

Indicator and warning light package. . . . . . . . . . . 3-109

Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 110

Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 111

Combination headlights and dimmer switch. . . . . 3-114

Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 118

Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 119

Front fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . 3-120

Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-121

Electric rear window defogger switch. . . . . . . . . . 3- 125

Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-127

Link System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-127

Bluetooth

USB input terminal (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . 3-153

Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-160

12 V power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-161

Interior lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-162

Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-164

Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-165

Bottle holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-166

Rear shelf panel (if so equipped). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-167

Convenience hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-168

Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-169

®

2.0 interface (if so equipped) . . . . . . . 3-128

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Features and controls

Break-in recommendations

Advanced automobile manufacturing techniques permit you to
operate your new vehicle without requiring a long break-in
period of low-speed driving.
However, you can add to the future performance and economy
of your vehicle by observing the following precautions during
the first 300 miles (500 km).
Drive your vehicle at moderate speeds during the break-in
period.

● Avoid revving the engine.

● Avoid rough driving such as sudden starts, sudden accel-

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eration, prolonged high-speed driving and sudden brak­ing. These would have a detrimental effect on the engine
and also cause increased fuel and oil consumption, which
could result in malfunction of the engine components. Be
particularly careful to avoid full acceleration while in low
shift position (low gears).

● Do not overload the vehicle. Stay within the seating

capacity. (Refer to “Cargo load precautions” on page 4-

13.)

● Do not use this vehicle for trailer towing.

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Keys

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Type 1

Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks.
Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.

1- Key for the electronic immobilizer
2- Key number plate

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Features and controls

Type 2

Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks.
Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.

1- Key for the electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system
2- Key number plate

Type 3

Two F.A.S.T.-keys and two emergency keys are provided.
Keep one F.A.S.T.-key and one emergency key in a safe place
together as a set of spare keys.

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1- F.A.S.T.-key

(with electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system func-

tion)
2- Emergency key
3- Key number plate

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Features and controls

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OTE

● The keyless entry key and F.A.S.T.-key are a precision

electronic device with a built-in signal transmitter. Please
observe the following in order to prevent damage.

• Do not leave where it may be exposed to heat caused by
direct sunlight, such as on top of the dashboard.

• Do not take the remote control transmitter apart.

• Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to strong
impacts.

• Keep the remote control transmitter dry.

• Keep away from magnetic objects such as key rings.

• Keep away from devices that produce magnetism, such

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as audio systems, computers and televisions.

• Keep away from devices that emit strong electromag­netic waves, such as cellular phones, wireless devices
and high frequency equipment (including medical
devices).

• Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners.

• Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high
temperature or high humidity.

● If you lose your key, to prevent the theft of the vehicle

immediately contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer.
If you notify an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer of
the key number, they can make a new key. The key num­ber is stamped on the key number plate. Keep the key
number plate in a safe place separate from the key itself.

● No keys other than those registered in advance can be

used to start the engine.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys­tem)” on page 3-5.
Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key): “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft start­ing system)” on page 3-28.

● When the theft-alarm is in the system operational status,

the alarm operates if a door or liftgate is opened after
using the key, the door lock knob or the power door lock
switch to unlock the vehicle.

● The system does not enter the preparation status if the

keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key was not used to
lock the vehicle.

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Features and controls

N

Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting

system)

N00509100780

[For vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced Security
Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key), refer
to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key):
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)” on page 3-

28.

[Except for vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
The electronic immobilizer is designed to significantly reduce
the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to
immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid
start attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain condi­tions) using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been pro­grammed to the vehicle’s electronics.

OTE

● In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to rec-

ognize the registered ID code from the key. This means
the engine will not start even when the key is turned to the
“START” position.

• When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or
magnetic object (Type A)

• When the key grip contacts metal of another key (Type
B)

• When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizer
keys (including keys of other vehicles) (Type C)

● In cases like the above, move the offending object(s) away

from the key and turn the key back to the “ACC” or
“OFF” position. Then try to start the engine again. If the
engine does not start, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.

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Features and controls

N

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OTE

● The key may not operate properly when it is near an

object or facility that emits strong electromagnetic waves.

● Electronic immobilizer is not compatible with commer-

cially available remote starting systems. Use of commer­cially available remote starting systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

● A system failure is suspected when the ignition switch is

turned to the “START” position, and the engine does not
start. In such a case, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.

!

CAUTION

● Do not make any alterations or additions to the

immobilizer system. Alterations or additions could
cause failure of the immobilizer.

Replacement keys

Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle’s elec­tronics can be used to start the vehicle.

If you lose the key, you can order a key from your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the vehicle keys must
be changed.
Take your vehicle and all remaining keys to your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.

Additional keys

To add a key, you must already have 2 registered keys. You
need to register the ID code to the vehicle.

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Features and controls

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N

N

Registering the ID code can be done by yourself (except for
vehicles sold in Canada), or by your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
For you to register the ID code yourself, follow the “Customer
key programming” procedure below.
If you choose to have your authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer register the ID code, take your vehicle and all remaining
keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

OTE

● You are provided with 2 keys, but you may register up to 8

keys.

Customer key programming (Except for vehicles
sold in Canada)

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You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid
(already registered) keys and blank immobilizer key (specially
cut for your vehicle at your Mitsubishi Motors dealer) by doing
the following:

1. Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and turn
the key to the “ON” position for 5 seconds.

2. Turn the key to the “OFF” position and remove the first
key.

3. Within 30 seconds of removing the first key, insert the
second valid key into the ignition and turn it to the “ON”
position. About 10 seconds later, the immobilizer indica­tor will start to blink.

4. When the immobilizer indicator starts blinking, turn the
second valid key to the “OFF” position and remove it.
Within 30 seconds after doing so, insert a blank immobi­lizer key into the ignition switch and turn it to the “ON”
position. Perform this operation no more than 30 seconds
after the immobilizer indicator starts blinking. When reg­istration of the ID code is complete, the immobilizer indi­cator will come on for 3 seconds then go off. If an error
occurs, the immobilizer indicator will go off during the
procedure.

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OTE

● When the key registration is completed, the immobilizer

indicator will come on within 30 seconds of turning the
ignition switch to the “ON” position with the blank immo­bilizer key (specially cut for your vehicle at your
Mitsubishi Motors dealer).

5. If you wish to register another key, perform the process
again from step 1.

OTE

● It is not possible to register a key if:

• the immobilizer indicator goes off during the procedure

• the immobilizer indicator does not come on within 30
seconds after step 4.

● The procedure will be terminated automatically if:

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Features and controls

• a period of 30 seconds or longer elapses from the
moment when the first key is turned to the “OFF” posi­tion to the moment when the second key is turned to the
“ON” position

• a period of 30 seconds or longer elapses from the
moment when the second key is turned to the “OFF”
position to the moment when the blank immobilizer key
is turned to the “ON” position

• more than 20 seconds elapses after the immobilizer indi­cator starts blinking

General information

Your electronic immobilizer operates on a radio frequency sub-

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ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with part 15 of
FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS stan­dard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

● This device may not cause harmful interference.

● This device must accept any interference received, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation of this
device.

!

WARNING

● Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Keyless entry system (if so equipped)

N00509000923

Press the remote control transmitter buttons to lock or unlock
the doors and the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic
alarm.

1-

LOCK ( ) button

2-

UNLOCK ( ) button
3- PANIC button
4- Indicator light

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Features and controls

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N

N

To lo ck

Press the LOCK button (1) to lock all the doors and the liftgate.
The turn signal lights will also blink once.

OTE

● If you press the LOCK button (1) twice the horn will

sound once.

To un lo ck

Press the UNLOCK button (2) to unlock the driver’s door only.
Within about 2 seconds, press the UNLOCK button one more
time to unlock all the doors and liftgate.
The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal
lights will also blink twice.

OTE

● The door and liftgate unlock function can be set so that all

doors and liftgate unlock when the UNLOCK button (2) is
pressed once.
Refer to “Setting of door and liftgate unlock function” on
page 3-10.

Answerback function

The horn of the keyless entry system answerback function can
be changed as required. This is done with the key removed
from the ignition switch.

OTE

● The answerback function will not operate if any of the

doors are open.

Horn deactivation/reactivation

The answerback function can be set in the following three
ways.
Each time the answerback function is set, a chime will sound to
tell you the condition of the answerback function.

One chime: The horn will not sound.
Two chimes: The horn will sound.
Four chimes: The horn will sound if the LOCK button is

pressed twice within 1 second.

1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head­lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.

3. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.

4. Release in sequence the UNLOCK and LOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the UNLOCK button in step

3.

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Turn signal lights deactivation/reactivation

The turn signal lights answerback function can be changed.
If you want to change the answerback function, please contact
an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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Features and controls

Setting of door and liftgate unlock function

The door and liftgate unlock function can be set to the follow­ing two conditions.
Each time the door and liftgate unlock function is set, a chime
will sound to tell you the condition of the door and liftgate
unlock function.

Number of

chimes

One chime All doors and the liftgate unlock

Two chimes Driver’s door unlock only

Condition

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1. Put the operation mode in OFF.

2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head­lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.

3. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.

4. Release in sequence the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the LOCK button in step 3.

Using the panic alarm

If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may acti­vate the alarm to call attention as follows:

1. Press the PANIC button (3) for more than 1 second.

2. The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will
sound intermittently for about 3 minutes.

3. To turn off the alarm, press any button on the remote con­trol transmitter.

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Replacement remote control transmitters

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Only remote control transmitters programmed with the vehi­cle’s electronics can lock or unlock all doors and the liftgate.

If you lose the remote control transmitter, you can order a
remote control transmitter from your authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer by referring to the key number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the remote control
transmitter must be changed.
Take your vehicle and all remote control transmitters to your
authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code
changed.

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Features and controls

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Additional remote control transmitters

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To add a remote control transmitter, you must already have 1
registered remote control transmitter.
Registering the ID code can be done by your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
Take your vehicle and any remaining keys to your authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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● You are provided with 2 remote control transmitters, but

you may register up to 4 remote control transmitters.

General information

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Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency sub­ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of
FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS stan­dard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

● This device may not cause harmful interference.

● This device must accept any interference received, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation of this
device.

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WARNING

● Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Procedure for replacing the remote control trans­mitter battery

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1. Before replacing the battery, remove static electricity from
your body by touching a metal grounded object.

2. With the Mitsubishi mark facing you, insert the cloth-cov­ered tip of a flat blade screwdriver into the notch in the
remote control transmitter case and use it to open the case.

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● Be sure to perform the procedure with the Mitsubishi

mark facing you. If the Mitsubishi mark is not facing you
when you open the remote control transmitter case, the
buttons may come out.

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3. Remove the remote control transmitter from the remote
control transmitter case. Then, open the remote control
transmitter using the method described in step 2.

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4. Remove the old battery.

5. Install a new battery with the + side (A) down.

+ side

- side

Coin type battery CR1620

6. Close the remote control transmitter firmly.

7. Place the remote control transmitter in the remote control
transmitter case, then securely close the remote control
transmitter case.

8. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.

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● You may purchase a replacement battery at an electric

appliance store.

● An authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer can replace the

battery for you if you prefer.

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