Mitsubishi OUTLANDER User guide

Introduction

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Thank you for buying a MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engineered for optimum performance, durability and comfort. By thoroughly reading this Owner’s Manual, you will gain an understanding of the many features that are included in the OUTLANDER. The Owner’s Manual contains descriptions and illustrations that will assist in the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.

Your Authorized Mitsubishi Motors Dealer will be happy to assist you with any further questions you may have regarding the operation of your vehicle. Please note that this manual applies to all OUTLANDER models and explains all features including options. Some features explained in this manual may not be installed on your vehicle.

Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the information contained here.

This manual includes instructions for standard and optional equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and to make additions or improvements in its product without assuming any obligation to install these on previously manufactured products.

Throughout this manual the words WARNING and CAUTION appear.

These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor personal injury or damage to your vehicle.

You will see another important symbol:

NOTE Gives helpful information.

As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read “on-pavement” and “off-road” driving guidelines in the

“Driving safety” and “Features and controls” sections.

WARNING

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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Table of contents

Overview

Quick index

General information

Seat and restraint systems

Features and controls

Driving safety

Comfort controls

For emergencies

Vehicle care and maintenance

Customer assistance/Reporting Safety Defects

Specifications

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Instruments and controls

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Cruise control switch (if so equipped) P. 3- 1 4 0

Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch (if so equipped) P.3-137

Ignition switch P.3-25, 3-86

Steering wheel tilt lock lever P. 3 -8 1

Wiper and washer switch P.3-223 Rear window wiper and washer switch P.3-230

Instrument cluster P.3-157

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat) P.2-61, 2-71 Horn switch P.3-233

Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-212 Turn signal lever P.3-220 Front fog light switch (if so equipped) P.3-222

Sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter (if so equipped) P.3-98, 3-108

Steering wheel audio remote control switches (if so equipped) P.5-120

Bluetooth

2.0 interface (if so equipped)

P. 3 - 2 3 4

Headlight leveling switch (if so equipped) P.3-219

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Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - air bag (for front passenger’s seat) P.2-61, 2-71

Center vents P.5-2

Upper glove compartment P.3-273

Selector lever P.3-93, 3-103

12V power outlet P.3-266

Lower glove compartment P. 3 -2 7 3

Fuel tank filler door release lever P. 1 -4

Rear window defogger switch P.3-232

Side vents P.5-2

Drive mode-selector (if so equipped) P. 3 -1 1 2

Personal compartment P.3-275 Fuses P.7-42

Engine hood release lever P. 7 -4

Hazard warning flasher switch P.3-221

Built-in cup holder P.3-279

Parking brake lever P.3-80

Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so equipped) Audio P.5-46, 5-66 Clock (if so equipped) P.5-136

Air conditioning P.5-6, 5-16, 5-25, 5-35

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Interior

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Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor P.2-45

Reading & dome light P.3-269, 7-54, 7-76

Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

- curtain airbags P.2-78

Seat belts P.2-39

Head restraints P.2-26

Sun visors P.3-265 Vanity mirror P.3-265 Card holder P.3-265

Quarter trim box (if so equipped) P.3-278

Arm rest P.2-15 Cup holder P.3-281

Inside rearview mirror P.3-82

Arm rest P.2-11 Floor console box P.3-276 12V power outlet P.3-266 USB input terminal (if so equipped) P.3-259 Auxiliary Audio connector (RCA) (if so equipped) P.5-118 Auxiliary Video connector (RCA) (if so equipped) P.5-118

Front seat P.2-5 Heated seat (if so equipped) P. 2 -1 1

Cargo room light P.3-271, 7-54, 7-77

Dome light (rear) P.3-270, 7-54, 7-77

Luggage floor box (if so equipped) P.3-279

Cargo area cover (if so equipped) P.3-283

Supplemental restraint system(SRS)

- side airbag (for front seats) P.2-77

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Assist grips P.3-285 Coat hook P.3-286

Underfloor-stowable compact 3rd row seat (if so equipped) P.2-16

Second row seat (60/40 split fold/tumble seats) P.2-13

Bottle holder P.3-281

Bluetooth® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) P.3-234

Sunroof switch (if so equipped) P. 3 - 7 6

Power window switch P.3-71

Lock switch P.3-74

Electric remote-controlled outside mirror switch P.3-84

Power door lock switch P.3-57

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Luggage area

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Luggage hooks P.3-286

Jack P. 6-7 Tools P.6-7

Luggage hooks P.3-286

12V power outlet P. 3- 2 6 6

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Outside

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Power window P.3-71

Front turn signal lights P.3-220, 7-51, 7-62

Engine hood P.7-4

Fuel tank filler P.1-4

Outside rearview mirrors P.3-84 Side turn-signal light (if so equipped) P.3-220, 7-51, 7-64

Sunroof (if so equipped) P.3-76

Windshield wipers P.3-223

Front fog lights (if so equipped) P.3-222, 7-51, 7-65

Side turn-signal light (if so equipped) P.3-220, 7-51, 7-64

Daytime running light P.3-212, 7-51, 7-59

Headlights, low beam P.3-216, 7-51, 7-55

Headlights, low/high beam P.3-216, 7-51, 7-60

Headlights, high beam P.3-216, 7-51, 7-57

Front side-marker and parking lights P.3-212, 7-51, 7-61

Front turn signal lights P.3-220, 7-51, 7-62

[Except for vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

[For vehicles with high intensity discharge headlights type]

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Changing tires P.6-10 Size of tires and wheels P.7-24 Tire inflation pressure P.7-28 Tire rotation P.7-31 Tire chains P.7-33 Tire pressure monitoring system P.3-149

License plate light P.3-212, 7-51, 7-73

Spare tire P.6-11

F.A.S.T.-key (Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter) (if so equipped) P.3-16 Locking and unlocking P.3-53 Keyless entry sysetm (if so equipped) P.3-9, 3-45

High-mounted stop light P.7-51, 7-75

Antenna P.5-134

Rear window wiper P. 3 -2 3 0

Back-up light P.7-51, 7-70

Tail and stop light P.3-212, 7-51, 7-68

Turn signal lights P.3-220, 7-51, 7-68

Rear spoiler

Rear side-marker lights P.3-212, 7-51, 7-71

Flap-fold tailgate P.3-60

Rear-view camera (if so equipped) P.3-155

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Quick index

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

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

160.

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

Warning lights Do this Ref. Page

Charging system warning light

● 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.

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Brake 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.

P. 3-206

Engine malfunction indicator

(“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or

“Check engine light”)

● 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.

P. 3-207

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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 3-132.

● 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.

P. 3-132

SRS warning light

● It is not necessary to stop the vehicle immediately, but we recommend that

you have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer as soon as possible.

P. 2-70

Tire pressure monitoring system

warning light

● 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 7-28.) 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.

P. 3-149

Warning lights Do this Ref. Page

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If this problem occurs...

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Problem Do this Ref. Page

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

When using a key to start the engine

Will not turn from “LOCK” to “ACC”.

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

P. 3-86

Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.

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

P. 3-88

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

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

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

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

Will not turn from “ACC” to “LOCK”.

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

P. 3-26 P. 3-27

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

Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the doors and the tailgate, and start the engine. P.3-34

Cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position.

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

P. 3-93

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The windows are fogged up.

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

2. Turn on the blower.

P. 5-14, 5-23,

5-33, 5-43

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.

Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.

P. 6 -2

P. 7 - 2 1

Problem Do this Ref. Page

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Problem Do this Ref. Page

The engine coolant tempera-

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

Typ e 1

Typ e 2

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

P. 6 -5

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If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow

1. Slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving again. For an all-wheel drive vehicle, set the drive mode-selector to the “4WD AUTO”, “4WD LOCK”, “SNOW” or “LOCK” position and then slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving.

2. If there is nothing to stop your tires from slipping, move the selector lever back and forth between the “D” (DRIVE) position and “R” (REVERSE) position and rock your vehicle out of the stuck position.

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WARNING

● When trying to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, make sure that there are no people nearby. 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 your vehicle is still stuck after several rocking attempts, call for help.

Problem Do this Ref. Page

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Problem Do this Ref. Page

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

Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal.

P. 3-124

P. 4 -6

The automatic transaxle makes no gear change when accelerating. The initial movement of the vehicle is slow when the vehicle starts moving. (for vehicles with Automatic transaxle)

There may be a problem in the automatic transaxle. Have the system inspected by your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

P. 3-100

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

There may be a problem in the CVT.

If the or warning lights on the multi-information display will not turn off, or if they come on frequently, please have the vehicle checked at your nearest Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

P. 3-96

A tire is punctured.

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

2. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

P. 6-10

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General information

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

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

Modifications to and racing of your vehicle . . . . .1- 6

Genuine Mitsubishi Motors parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1- 8

California Perchlorate Materials Requirements. . .1- 9

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Fuel selection

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

Gasoline detergent additives

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

Octane requirement

2.4 liter engine model

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

3.0 liter engine model

Unleaded gasoline having an octane number of 87 [(MON+RON)/2] or 91 RON may be used, though it recommended your vehicle be operated on premium grade unleaded gasoline having a minimum octane number of 91 [(MON+RON)/2], or 95 RON. To get maximum performance, premium gasoline is recommended.

Oxygenated gasoline

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

Ethanol (Gasohol)

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

Methanol

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

WARNING

● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

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

CAUTION

● Using leaded gasoline in your vehicle will damage

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

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Reformulated gasoline

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

MMT (methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl)

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

Sulfur in gasoline

Your vehicle may have been designed to satisfy California’s low-emission regulations based on clean-burning low-sulfur gasoline. Gasoline sold in parts of the country other than California is allowed to have a higher sulfur content. Using such gasoline could adversely affect the vehicle’s catalytic converter and cause the engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”) to come on. Illumination of this indicator while you are using high-sulfur gasoline does not necessarily mean the vehicle’s emission-control

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

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● Poor-quality gasoline can cause problems such as poor

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

● Repeatedly driving short distances at low speeds can

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

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General information

Filling the fuel tank

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Fuel tank capacity

All-wheel drive vehicles: 15.8 gal (60 L) Front-wheel drive vehicles: 16.6 gal (63 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.

WARNING

● Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You

could be burned, seriously injured or killed when handling it. When refueling your vehicle, always turn the engine off and keep away from flames, sparks, and smoking materials. Always handle fuel in well-ventilated outdoor areas.

● Before removing the fuel 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 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.

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

4. 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.

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

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

1- Remove 2- Close

WARNING

● Since the fuel system may be under pressure,

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

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.

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.

WARNING

● Make sure the fuel tank filler cap is securely closed.

If the fuel cap were loose, fuel could leak, resulting in a fire.

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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 driving several times. If the indicator does not go off, contact your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.

Modifications to and racing of your vehicle

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

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

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

● Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts

● Failure to use required fuel and fluids

● Failure to use proper size tires and wheels

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

pension, engine, drive train or electrical wiring systems

● Modification of any onboard computer/control module,

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

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

CAUTION

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

only the cap specified for your model vehicle.

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Installation of accessories

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

only be carried out 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 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.

Important point!

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

CAUTION

● Before any electrical or electronic accessories are

installed, consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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.

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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.

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.

CAUTION

● Please consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors

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

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General information

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California Perchlorate Materials Require-

ments

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

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

Seat arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 3

Seats and restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 5

Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 5

Second row seats

(60/40 split fold/tumble seats) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 13

Third row seat (Seating 7 passengers) . . . . . . . . . .2- 16

Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 26

Making a cargo area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 29

Making a flat seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 35

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 39

Seat belt use during pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 48

Seat belt pre-tensioner and

force limiter systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 48

Child restraint systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2- 50

Maintenance and inspection of seat belts. . . . . . . .2- 61

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - airbag . . .2- 61

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Seats

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1 - Front seat

● To adjust the seat forward or backward→Page 2-7

● To adjust the seatback→Page 2-8

● To adjust the seat height (Driver’s seat only) →Page 2-9

● Arm rest (if so equipped) →Page 2-11

● Heated seat (if so equipped) →Page 2-11

2 - Second row seats

● To adjust the seat forward or backward (vehicles with sec-

ond row seat slide function) →Page 2-13

● To adjust the seatback→Page 2-13

● Arm rest→Page 2-15

● Accessing the underfloor-stowable compact 3rd row seat

(Seating 7 passengers) →Page 2-15

3 - Third row seat (Seating 7 passengers)

● Folding out the underfloor-stowable compact 3rd row seat

→Page 2-16

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Seat arrangement

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You can arrange the seats as follows according to your personal preferences.

Seating 5 passengers Seating 7 passengers

Ordinary use

When seating 7 passengers (Folding out the third row seat)→Page 2-16

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Seating 5 passengers Seating 7 passengers

Flat seat→Page 2-35

Making a cargo area

Folding seatbacks down (Second row seats)

→Page 2-30

Folding the second row seats→Page 2-30

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

Always check the following before you drive:

● That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their

seat belt.

● That infants and small children are properly secured in

appropriate child restraint systems in the rear seat.

● That all doors are fully closed and locked.

● That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly

adjusted.

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

Front seats

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

Power seat adjustmentManual seat adjustment

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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 it is securely

locked into position.

● 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.

● 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.

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 second row seat passengers.

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To adjust the seat forward or backward

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Manual seat adjustment

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.

Power seat adjustment

Operate the switch forward or backward to move the seat to the desired position. Release the switch to lock the seat in place.

OTE

● To prevent the battery from going dead, operate the power

seat with the engine running.

WARNING

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

move it forward or backward without using the adjusting lever.

1- Forward (toward the front of the vehicle) 2- Backward (toward the rear of the vehicle)

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To adjust the seatbacks

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Manual seat adjustment

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.

Power seat adjustment

Operate the switch in the direction of the arrows to adjust the seatback.

OTE

● To prevent the battery from going dead, operate the power

seat with the engine running.

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.

1- Move forward 2- Move backward

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To adjust the seat height (Driver’s seat only)

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Manual seat adjustment

Operate the lever repeatedly to raise or lower the seat.

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 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.

1- Raise 2- Lower

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Power seat adjustment

Operate the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the seat.

OTE

● To prevent the battery from going dead, operate the power

seat with the engine running.

1- Raise or lower the front end of the seat

2- Raise or lower the back end of the seat

3- Raise or lower the entire seat

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Arm rest (if so equipped)

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The lid on the floor console box can be moved forward and backward and used as an arm rest.

Heated seat (if so equipped)

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The heated seats can be operated by pushing the switch when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. 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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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. If the following types of persons use the heated seats, they might become too hot or receive minor burns (red skin, heat blisters, etc.):

• Children, elderly persons, ill persons

• Person with sensitive skin

• Excessively fatigued persons

• Persons under the influence of alcohol or sleepinducing medication (cold medicine, etc.)

CAUTION

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

needles, or other pointed objects into it.

● Do not use a blanket, cushion, or other material with

high heat insulation properties on the seat while using the heater; doing so could cause the heater element to overheat.

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

sene, gasoline, alcohol, or other organic solvents; doing so could damage not only the surface of the seat, but also 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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Second row seats (60/40 split fold/tumble

seats)

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When sitting in the second row seat, adjust the head restraints to heights at which they lock in position. Refer to “Head restraints” on page 2-26.

To adjust the seat forward or backward (vehicles with second row seat slide function)

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

OTE

● You can adjust the seat forward or backward on either side

separately.

WARNING

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

move it forward or backward without using the adjusting lever.

CAUTION

● When sliding (vehicles with second row seat slide

function) or reclining the seat rearward, pay careful attention to the third row seat passengers.

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To adjust the seatbacks

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

OTE

● You can adjust the seatback forward or backward on either

side separately.

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 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.

● When a person is sitting in the middle seating posi-

tion of the second row seats, the two sides of the second seats must have the same forward/backward position (vehicles with second row seat slide function) and the same seatback angle. Otherwise, the seat belt for the middle seating position may not be adequately effective in the event of hard braking or a collision.

CAUTION

● The reclining mechanism used in the seatback is

WARNING

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Arm rest

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Tilt the arm rest down for use as shown. The arm rest includes a cup holder.

OTE

● Never sit on an arm rest.

Doing so could damage the arm rest.

Accessing the underfloor-stowable compact 3rd row seat (Seating 7 passengers)

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Access to the third row seat is possible by folding the second row seat out of the way. Refer to “Folding the second row seats” on page 2-30.

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Third row seat (Seating 7 passengers)

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The third row seat can be used for two additional passengers. When the third row seat is not in use, it can be stowed under the floor to provide more cargo area.

WARNING

● The third row seats are intended for use by no more

than two belted occupants, each of which does not exceed 160 cm (63 inches) in height. Exceeding these limitations can result in an increased risk of personal injury or death in the event of an accident.

● The third row seats are not intended for use by

infants and small children who must use rear facing or forward facing child safety seats.

● Third row seat operation should always be made

before driving. Operating the seat while driving could cause the seat to move more than necessary and result in a serious injury or death.

● Before using, check that the third row seat is firmly

secured. If not secured, the third row seat could move and cause a serious injury or death in an accident.

● The third row seat should not be used when the sec-

ond row seats are folded forward. Third row seat passengers can suffer a serious or fatal injury if the second row seats fell backward in a collision or when heavy breaking is applied.

● When using the third row seat, always position and

lock the head restraints on top of the seat back. See the steps 6 and 7 of the procedure for folding out the third seat.

● For vehicles equipped with the cargo area cover,

when the third row seat is in use, always remove the cargo area cover to avoid serious injury or death in the event of an accident. Refer to “Cargo area cover”, page 3-283.

CAUTION

● The third row seat should be adjusted only by an

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

● When adjusting the third row seat, keep your hands

and feet away from moving parts and the space below the seat.

WARNING

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To fold out the third seat

1. Open the tailgate. Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate” on page 3-

60.

2. From the rear of the vehicle, pull up the cover. Secure the cover to the seatback with the strap (A).

3. Pull on the strap (B) on the center of the seatback to raise the seatback upright.

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4. Pull the strap (C-black) to release the lock. 5. Tilt the third row seat assembly backward.

OTE

● If the third row seat is locked to the floor after tilting the

third row seat assembly backward, pull the strap (C-black) again to release the lock.

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6. Pull the head restraints off the front of the seatback. 7. First check that the head restraints are facing in the right direction and then insert them into the seatback. The stay with the notch (D) must be installed in the hole with the lock knob (E). Push the head restraints down until the restraints lock into place.

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8. Lift the third row seat assembly up from the floor and move it forward to secure it in place.

CAUTION

● Check that the lock knob (E) 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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OTE

● Push up and forward so that the third row seat is firmly

secured.

9. Set the cover back in place. Gently shake the seat and seatback to make sure they are firmly secured.

WARNING

● When lifting the third row seat, do not place your

hands on or near the red labels (F). Your fingers could get caught and injured on the seat hinge mechanism.

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To stow the third row seat

OTE

● Before stowing the third row seat, make sure that there is

no luggage in the storage area. Storing the seat with luggage in the storage area could damage the seat.

1. Open the tailgate. Refer to “Flap-fold tailgate” on page 3-

60.

2. From the rear of the vehicle, pull up the cover (A). Secure the cover to the seatback with the strap (B).

3. While pulling the strap (C-gray), move the third row seat backward and downward to the floor by holding the top of the seat back.

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OTE

● Push down so that the backside of the third row seat is

firmly secured to the floor.

● If it is difficult to lock the seat in place, return the third

row seat to its original position, and then lock it in place by pushing down while pulling with more force on the strap, so that the back end of the third row seat touches the floor.

CAUTION

● When stowing the third row seat in the floor, keep

your hands away from the end trim (D). Your hands could get caught and injured.

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4. Tilt the seat assembly forward.

OTE

● Before folding the seatback down, make sure that the

front side of the third row seat is firmly secured to the floor.

● If it is difficult to secure the front side of the seat, make

sure that the backside of the third row seat is firmly secured to the floor and then tilt the seat assembly forward with more force to secure it in place.

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

6. Turn the head restraints up side down and store them in the front of the seatback by inserting the knob (F) in the hole (G).

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7. While pulling on the strap (H) on the center of the seatback, fold the seatback down.

8. Set the cover back in place.

Head restraints

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Head restraints 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 the head restraints for the front and second row seats, adjust the seatback to the upright position, and the head restraint to the proper position. Sit back against the seatback with your head close to the head restraint.

*: Seating 7 passengers

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OTE

● The head restraint height in the third row seats cannot be

adjusted. For instructions regarding on how to use the third row seats, refer to “Third row seat (Seating 7 passengers)” on page 2-16.

Adjustment of the head restraint height (The front and second row seats)

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

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

make sure it is locked in position.

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 seatback must be adjusted to the upright position and the head restraint must be adjusted 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 seat-

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

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To remove (The front and second row seats)

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

To install (The front and second row seats)

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.

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.

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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Making a cargo area

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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.

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 and cause a serious accident.

● After folding up a seat or returning a seat back to its

normal position, make sure that the seat is firmly secured. If the seat is not secured, it could move and cause a serious accident.

● 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 front passenger seat is equipped with weight

sensors. Depending on the weight detected, the front passenger airbag is disabled or enabled. When folding the second row seats forward for increased cargo capacity, the front passenger seat and seat back must be adjusted to assure they are not contacting the second row seat. In the event the front seat or seatback is allowed to contact the folded second row seat, proper operation of the front passenger airbag system may be affected.

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OTE

● When the seatback of a front seat is reclined, return it to

the upright position before driving.

Folding the second row seats

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The second row seat can be folded to create an additional cargo area or to permit access to the third row seat on vehicles with a third row seat.

OTE

● You can separately fold the right and left side of the sec-

ond row seat.

● When folding down the seatback, the seat belt buckles can

be stowed in the slits on the seat to avoid leaving marks on the seat. “Storing the second row and third row seat belts” on page 2-46.

To f o l d up th e se at

1. Lower the head restraints to the lowest position. Refer to “Head restraints” on page 2-26.

CAUTION

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

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

● Seats should always be folded up and put back into

the normal position by an adult. Seat adjustments by a child could lead to an unexpected accident.

● When adjusting the seats, be careful not to catch

your hand or leg. Personal injury could result.

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2. Operate the lever (A) or lock release strap (B) on the second row seats to fold down the seatbacks.

3. For vehicles with 2nd row seat slide function, the seatback will fall forward and the entire seat will flip up as it slides forward.

Operating the lever

Operating the lock release strap

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For vehicles without 2nd row seat slide function, the seatback will fall forward. Lift the entire seat until you hear a click.

4. After folding the seat, gently shake the folded seat to make sure it’s firmly secured.

WARNING

● When folding the second row seat, make sure no one

is on the seat. The seatback will fall forward rapidly and could cause serious injury.

● To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, do not

allow the front passenger seat or seatback to remain in contact with the folded second row seat. The front passenger seat is equipped with weight sensors. Depending on the weight detected, the front passenger airbag is disabled or enabled. When folding the second row seats forward for increased cargo capacity, the front passenger seat and seatback must be adjusted to assure they are not contacting the second row seat. In the event the front seat or seatback is allowed to contact the folded second row seat, proper operation of the front passenger airbag system may be affected.

● Never let persons or cargo sit on top of the folded

seat. Doing so could damage the seat.

WARNING

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To put the seat back in its normal position

1. While supporting the seat with your hand, pull the lock release strap (A) on the backside of the seat cushion and keep it pulled as you lower the seat flat.

CAUTION

● For vehicles equipped with a third row seat, be care-

ful not to catch the feet of any passengers sitting in the third row seat, when returning the second row seats to their original position.

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2. Push down on the entire seat until it locks into place with a click.

OTE

● You can load luggage with the seatback folded down.

3. While pulling on the lock release strap on the back of the seatback, raise up the seatback.

4. 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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5. Raise all the head restraints to the highest position. Refer to “Head restraints: Adjustment of the head restraint height” on page 2-26.

Making a flat seat

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The entire interior of the vehicle may be used for sleeping accommodations by removing the head restraints and fully reclining all the seats when the vehicle is stopped.

WARNING

● After returning the seat to its normal position, raise

all the head restraints to the highest position. Using the second row seat with the head restraints retracted could cause a serious head injury or death in the event of a collision or sudden breaking.

WARNING

● Never drive with passengers or cargo on the flat

seat. This is extremely dangerous and can cause severe or fatal injury or death in an accident or if heavy braking is required.

CAUTION

● Adjust the seats only when the vehicle is stopped in a

safe place.

● Seat should be adjusted only by adults to avoid acci-

dents.

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

hand or leg.

● Do not walk around on top of the seats after they

have been laid flat because the footing is uneven. It is safest to move about on your hands and knees.

● To ensure the seats are locked securely, attempt to

move them back and forth.

● Do not jump on or drop heavy objects on the seat-

backs.

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1. Remove the head restraints from the front seats and raise the arm rest on the second row seats. For vehicles with a cargo area cover, remove the cover. (Refer to “Head restraints” on page 2-26, “Arm rest” on page 2-11 and “Cargo area cover” on page 3-283.)

● To raise the seatback, firmly place your hand on the

seatback, pull the seatback lock knob up, and raise the seatback slowly. (Refer to “To adjust the seatback” on page 2-8 and page 2-13.) Do not let children adjust the seatback.

CAUTION

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2. Slide the second row seats back as far as possible (vehicles with second row seat slide function). (Refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward” on page 2-13.)

3. Slide the front seats fully forward, then recline their seatbacks backward to achieve a flat surface. (Refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward” on page 2-7 and “To adjust the seatback” on page 2-8.)

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4. Recline the seatbacks of the second row seats. (Refer to “To adjust the seatback” on page 2-13.)

5. The flat seat configuration is now complete. To return the seats to the normal position, reverse the above procedure.

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Seat belts

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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.

WARNING

● 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 2-50 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

● 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 2-61 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 2-50 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.

WARNING

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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.

OTE

● 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 2-57.

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 air bag, 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) - air bag” on page 2-61. Also refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward” on page 2-7.

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

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 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.

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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.

OTE

● 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 2-57). When the ALR function has been activated, the seat belt will only retract. If this happens, let the belt fully retract, then pull the seat belt back out, repeating steps 1 through

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 and display

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Warning light

Warning display type 1

Warning display type 2

A tone and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten the seat belt. If the ignition switch is set to the “ON” position 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 you then drive with the seat belt unfastened for longer than a minute from when the ignition switch was turned on, the warning light will come on and blink repeatedly and the tone will sound intermittently. The warning light and the tone will stop after approximately 90 seconds.

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.

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If you then repeatedly stop and start your vehicle with the seat belt unfastened, the warning light/display and tone will remind you to fasten your seat belt every time the vehicle starts moving. You will also be reminded to fasten your seat belt in this way when you remove your seat belt while driving. The warning light and the tone go off when the seat belt is fastened.

OTE

● At the same time, “FASTEN SEAT BELT” will be dis-

played on the information screen in the multi-information display.

Front passenger seat belt warning light

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The front passenger seat belt warning light is located in the instrument panel.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, 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.

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.

WARNING

● Do not install any accessory or sticker that makes

the light difficult to see.

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Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (front seats)

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To move the anchor (A) down, press the lock knob (B) and slide the anchor down to the desired position.

Anchor down Anchor up

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.

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Storing the second row and third row seat belts

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When a second row seat belt (except for the center seat belt) or a third row seat belt is not in use, store it as shown in the illustration.

Store the second row and third row seat belt webbing in the clip slot (C) and the latch plate in the slot (D) as shown in the illustration.

A- Second row seat belt B- Third row seat belt (Seating 7 passengers)

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Storing a second row seat belt buckle

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When a second row seat belt is not in use, insert the buckle in the slit on the seat cushion.

Seat belt extender

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

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

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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.

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 or when a rollover or overturning of the vehicle is detected, 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 in the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt retractors (A) and in the driver seat’s final anchor (B). When activated, the pre-tensioners quickly draw back seat belt webbing and increase seat belt performance.

WARNING

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

nant women and unborn children in an accident, 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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The seat belt pre-tensioner system includes the following components:

The airbag control unit monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position. These include all of the items listed above and all related wiring. The seat belt pre-tensioners will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.

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 whenever a moderate-to-serve impact is applied to the front or side of the vehicle, 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.

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

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

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This warning light tells you if there is a problem involving the SRS airbags and the seat belt pre-tensioner system. Refer to “SRS warning light/display” on page 2-70.

Force limiter system

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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.

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 detail 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 second row 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.

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.

● 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.

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

Airbag

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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OTE

● Before purchasing a child restraint system, try installing it

in the rear seat to make sure there is a good fit. Because of 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 second row seat ONLY if the child restraint system is compatible with the LATCH system (See page 2-54).

• Attach to the seat belt (See page 2-57).

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.

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

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Lower anchor locations

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

OTE

● The symbols on the seatback show the location of the

lower anchor points.

Tether anchor locations

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

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Examples of child restraint systems compatible with the LATCH system

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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.

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.)

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2. Push the anchor connectors on the child restraint system (A) into the slits (B) in accordance with the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. Remember, the lower anchors (E) provided with your vehicle are designed to secure suitable child restraint systems compatible with the LATCH system in the outboard positions of the second row seats only. The anchor connectors are NOT designed to secure a suitable child restraint system in the center position of the second row seat.

OTE

● In order to secure a child restraint system compatible with

the LATCH system, use the lower anchor points in the outboard positions of the rear seat. It is not necessary to use the vehicle’s seat belt. The vehicle’s seat belt, however, MUST be used to secure a child restraint system in the center position of the second row seat.

A- Connector B- Slit C- Vehicle seatback D- Vehicle seat cushion

E- Lower anchor

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.

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3. Latch the tether strap hook (F) of the child restraint system to the tether anchor bar (G) and tighten the tether strap so it is securely fastened.

4. Push and pull the child restraint system in all directions to be sure it is firmly secured.

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.

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, or harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

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

1. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position.

2. Route the seat belt through the child restraint system according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system 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).

6. Remove the head restraint from the location in which you wish to install a child restraint system.

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.

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

WARNING

● Child restraint system tether anchors are designed

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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.

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.

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.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - air-

bag

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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 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 second row outboard seat with protection against head injuries by deploying a bag on the side impacted in moderate to severe side impact collisions and by deploying both bags when a rollover is detected.

The SRS airbags are NOT a substitute for use of the seat belts. For maximum protection in all types of accidents, seat belts must ALWAYS be worn by everyone who drives or rides in 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 2-50.

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.

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WARNING

● IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS WEAR

YOUR SEAT BELT PROPERLY EVEN WITH AN AIRBAG.

• 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 front passenger 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 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.

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 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.

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 2-50.

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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 second row seat.

Airbag

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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How the Supplemental Restraint System works

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The SRS includes the following components:

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 2-60.

1- Airbag module (Driver) 2- SRS warning light 3- Passenger’s airbag off indicator 4- Front impact sensors 5- Airbag module (Passenger) 6- Driver’s seat position sensor 7- Passenger’s seat weight sensors 8- Airbag control unit 9- Weight control unit

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The airbags will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.

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

When the airbag control unit detects rollover of the vehicle, curtain airbags 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.

10- Side airbag modules 11- Curtain airbag modules 12- Side impact sensors

CAUTION

● Airbags inflate very quickly and with great force. In

certain situations, contact with an inflating airbag may cause small cuts, abrasions, and bruises.

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Event Data Recording

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Your vehicle is equipped with an “EDR” - Event Data Recorder which is capable of collecting and storing data in the event of an air bag deployment.

The EDR may record the following information:

● Condition of specific vehicle systems;

● Diagnostic code(s)

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/display” on page 2-70.

WARNING

● If the SRS warning light or warning display 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 2-5.

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

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Passenger’s seat weight sensors

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The passenger’s seat weight sensors are attached to the seat rails and provide the airbag control unit with information regarding the weight 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 sensor. The passenger’s front airbag will not deploy in an impact when the weight on the seat is sensed to be less than approximately 66 pounds (30 kg). In this case, the passenger airbag off indicator will come on. Refer to “Passenger’s airbag off indicator” on page 2-69. If there is a problem involving the passenger seat weight sensors, the SRS warning light in the instrument panel will come on. Refer to “SRS warning light/display” on page 2-70.

WARNING

● If any of the following conditions occur, you should

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 key is turned to the “ON” or “START” position.

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

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

● To ensure that the passenger’s seat weight sensors

can correctly sense the weight being applied to the seat, 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 2-5.

• 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.

• Do not hang anything on the front passenger’s seatback.

• Do not remove the head restraints.

• 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 remove the seats and seat belts.

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

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

• Do not place the floor mat on the seat rails.

• Do not expose the sensors to liquids or vapors.

• Do not subject the sensors to shock.

• Do not allow rear-seat occupants to push the front passenger seat with their feet or force the front passenger seat upward.

WARNING

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Passenger’s airbag off indicator

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The passenger airbag off indicator is located in the instrument panel.

The indicator normally comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position 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 passenger’s seat weight sensors sense a weight of less

than approximately 66 pounds (30 kg) on the front passenger seat.

● The front passenger’s seat is not occupied.

When the weight applied to the front passenger seat is sensed to be approximately 66 pounds (30 kg) or greater, the indicator goes out to show that the passenger’s front airbag is operational.

WARNING

• Do not allow rear-seat occupants to grasp the front passenger’s seatback or put their arms around it.

• When attaching a child restraint system in the rear seat, make sure it does not interfere with the front seat.

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

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

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SRS warning light/display

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Warning light

Warning display type 1

Warning display type 2

Under normal conditions, the warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off a few seconds later. If there is an error in the system, the warning light will come on and the warning display will appear on the information screen in the multi-information display. The warning light will also come on and remain on when the SRS airbags and the pre-tensioner system have been activated. The warning light/display is used for both SRS airbag warnings and pre-tensioner system warnings.

WARNING

● If any of the following conditions occur, you should

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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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 weight sensor in the front passenger seat senses a weight on the seat of less than approximately 66 pounds (30 kg).

WARNING

● There may be a system error if the warning

light/display appears as indicated. In such cases, an SRS airbag or a seat belt equipped with pre-tensioner system may not function properly in a collision. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer:

• Even when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the warning light does not come on or it remains on a few seconds later

• When warning light comes on while driving

• When warning display appears while driving

Driver

Front passenger

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Deployment of front airbags

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The front airbags ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when …

The front airbags are designed to deploy when the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe frontal impact. Typical situations are shown in the illustration above.

The front airbags 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 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 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 beginning stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful and can cause serious injury or death if you are close to the deploying airbag. Accordingly, it is important that you always wear the available seat belt.

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

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

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The front airbags MAY NOT DEPLOY when …

In certain types of front collisions, the front airbags 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 may not deploy are shown in the illustrations.

Because the front airbags 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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