Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (2019 year). Instruction

CAUTION

Do not over-rely on the S-AWC. Even the S-
AWC  cannot  prevent  the  natural  laws  of
physics from acting on the vehicle. This sys-
tem,  like  any  other  system,  has  limits  and
cannot  help  you  to  maintain  traction  and
control  of  the  vehicle  in  all  circumstances.
Reckless driving may lead to accidents. It is
the driver’s responsibility to drive carefully.
This  means  taking  into  account  the  traffic,
road and environmental conditions.

Twin Motor 4WD

This  system  improves  vehicle  stability  per-
formance  and  fuel  economy  performance
during  acceleration  and  deceleration  by  mo-
tors  provided  at  front  and  rear  wheels,  re-
spectively,  controlling  the  distribution  of  a
drive force between the front and rear wheels
optimal for the operation of the driver.

Active yaw control system

(AYC)

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The AYC is a system, with a left-right differ-
ential limiting function and yaw control func-
tion, that controls the left-right driving/brak-
ing force by managing the brake.

CAUTION

Control of the braking force does not en-
hance the stopping performance of the vehi-
cle, therefore, pay careful attention to the
safety of your surroundings when driving.

Left-right differential limiting

function

The left-right differential limiting function is
a function that enhances driving performance
and vehicle stability by preventing idle spin-
ning of a wheel when driving on a slippery
road or when the road surfaces of left and
right wheels are different.

Yaw control function

The  yaw  control  function  is  a  function  that
enhances  vehicle  cornering  performance  and
vehicle stability with management of vehicle
turning  power  (yaw  moment)  by  controlling
the  brake  force  when  the  vehicle  does  not
turn  in  response  to  steering  input,  such  as
when the steering wheel is turned quickly or
when driving on a slippery road.

S-AWC drive mode

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Select the drive mode from the following
three types to suit the driving conditions.

S-AWC drive

mode

Function

NORMAL

This mode can be used on
both dry and wet roads.
The distribution of driv-
ing/braking torque to
each wheel is automati-
cally controlled according
to the driving condition.

SNOW

This mode is for driving
on slippery road surfaces,
such as snow-covered
roads and improves sta-
bility on a slippery road.

LOCK

This mode is for driving
where maximum traction
is required. This mode is
suitable for driving on
rough roads or driving in
sand or fresh snow.

Drive mode switch

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When the operation mode of the power
switch is in ON, operate the drive mode
switch (A) to change the S-AWC drive mode.

S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control)

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CAUTION

Use tyres of the same specified size, same
type, same brand and with no wear differ-
ence. If tyres of a different size, type, brand
or degree of wear are used, a warning of EV
system abnormality may be displayed.

NOTE

Even if the S-AWC drive mode is selected,
after turning the operation mode of the pow-
er switch OFF and turning to ON again, the
S-AWC drive mode is set to “NORMAL”.

The drive mode can be switched while driv-
ing or stopped.

S-AWC drive mode display

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Example: “SNOW” mode is selected.

The  currently  selected  drive  mode  is  dis-
played on the multi-information display.
In addition, when the drive mode is changed,
the  selected  mode  appears  on  the  interrupt
display  screen  of  the  information  screen  in
the multi-information display.
The drive mode display will appear on the in-
formation screen for a few seconds, and then
the original screen will return.

S-AWC operation display

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The S-AWC operation status can be dis-
played on the information screen in the multi-
information display.
To display the status, press the multi-infor-
mation display switch to change the informa-
tion screen.
Refer to “Information screen (when the oper-
ation mode is ON)” on page 6-09.

Display example

The S-AWC operation status is displayed.

Yaw control function display
The amount of the yaw moment is displayed
as a bar graph.

A,D-

Clockwise yaw moment about the
vehicle’s center of gravity

B,C-

Anticlockwise yaw moment about
the vehicle’s center of gravity

Torque distribution function display
The torque distribution between the front and
rear wheels is displayed in section E of the
meter as a bar graph.
If the red line is on the front, the torque of the
front motor will be high. If it is behind it, the
torque of the rear motor will be high.

S-AWC (Super All Wheel Control)

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WARNING

Always concentrate on your driving first.
Keep your eyes and mind on the road.
Distractions while driving can lead to an
accident.

4-wheel drive operation

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Your vehicle has been designed primarily for
use on paved roads.
But  its  unique  4-wheel  drive  system  allows
you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads,
to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar lo-
cations.
Not only does this ensure better handling on
dry, paved roads but also permits better trac-
tion  when  driving  on  slippery,  wet  or  snow-
covered roads and when moving out of mud.
But it is not suitable for heavy off road use or
towing in rough conditions.
It  is  particularly  important  to  note  that  4-
wheel  drive  may  not  give  sufficient  hill
climbing  ability  with  the  regenerative  brake
on steep slopes. You should try to avoid driv-
ing on steep slopes.
Also, you must exercise caution when driving
on  sand  and  mud  and  when  driving  through
water  because  sufficient  traction  may  not  be
available in certain circumstances.

Please avoid driving the vehicle through
areas where the tyres may get stuck in deep
sand or mud.

WARNING

Do not over-rely on the 4-wheel drive ve-
hicles.  Even  4-wheel  drive  vehicles  have
limits  to  the  system  and  ability  to  main-
tain control and traction. Reckless driving
may lead to accidents. Always drive care-
fully,  taking  account  of  the  road  condi-
tions.

Improperly operating this vehicle on or
off-paved roads can cause an accident or
rollover in which you and your passengers
could be seriously injured or killed.

•

Follow all instructions and guidelines in
the owner’s manual.

•

Keep your speed low and do not drive
faster than conditions allow you to.

NOTE

Driving on rough roads can be hard on a ve-
hicle. Before you leave paved roads, be sure
all  scheduled  maintenance  and  service  has
been done, and that you have inspected your
vehicle.  Pay  special  attention  to  the  condi-
tion  of  the  tyres,  and  check  the  tyre  pres-
sures.

NOTE

MITSUBISHI  MOTORS  is  not  responsible
for any damage or injury caused or liability
incurred  by  improper  and  negligent  opera-
tion of a vehicle by the operator. All techni-
ques of vehicle operation depend on the skill
and experience of the operator and other par-
ticipating  parties.  Any  deviation  from  the
recommended  operating  instructions  above
is at their own risk.

Note that the stopping distance required of a
4-wheel drive vehicle differs very little from
that  of  a  2-wheel  drive  vehicle.  When  driv-
ing  on  a  snow-covered  road  or  a  slippery,
muddy  surface,  make  sure  that  you  keep  a
sufficient distance between your vehicle and
the one ahead of you.

The driving posture should be more upright;
adjust the seat to a good position for easy
steering and pedal operation. Be sure to wear
the seat belt.

After  driving  on  rough  roads,  check  each
part  of  the  vehicle  and  wash  it  thoroughly
with  water.  Refer  to  the  “Inspection  and
maintenance  following  rough  road  opera-
tion” section and “Maintenance” section.

4-wheel drive operation

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NOTE

When  moving  out  of  mud,  sand  or  fresh
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not
allow  the  Plug-in  Hybrid  EV  system  output
to  increase.  In  such  situations,  switching  to
“LOCK”  with  the  S-AWC  drive  mode
switch  and  temporarily  turning  off  the  Ac-
tive Stability Control (ASC) with the “ASC
OFF” switch will make it easier to move out
your vehicle.
Refer  to  “Operation  under  adverse  driving
conditions: If your vehicle becomes stuck in
sand, mud or snow” on page 9-21.

On snowy or icy roads

Set the drive mode to “SNOW” in accord-
ance with the road conditions, and then grad-
ually depress the accelerator pedal for a
smooth start.

CAUTION

Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turning. Skidding occurs and con-
trol of the vehicle could be lost.

NOTE

The use of snow tyres and/or snow traction
device (tyre chains) is recommended.

Maintain a safe distance between vehicles,
avoid sudden braking, and use regenerative
braking.

Driving on sandy or rough

roads

Set the drive mode to “LOCK” and then
gradually depress the accelerator pedal for a
smooth start. Keep the pressure on the accel-
erator pedal as constant as possible, and drive
at low speed.

Climbing/descending sharp

grades

Your  vehicle  may  not  provide  sufficient  hill
climbing  ability  and  regenerative  brake  on
steep  slope.  Avoid  driving  on  steep  slopes
even  though  the  vehicle  is  a  4-wheel  drive
vehicle.

Inspection and maintenance
following rough road
operation

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After operating the vehicle in rough road
conditions, be sure to perform the following
inspection and maintenance procedures:

Check that the vehicle has not been dam-
aged by rocks, gravel, etc.

Carefully wash the vehicle with water.
Drive  the  vehicle  slowly  while  lightly
depressing  the  brake  pedal  in  order  to
dry out the brakes. If the brakes still do
not  function  properly,  we  recommend
you to have the brakes checked as soon
as possible.

Remove the insects, dried grass, etc.
clogging the radiator core.

Check the inside of the vehicle. If water
entry is found, dry the carpet etc.

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Inspect the headlamps. If the headlamp
bulb is flooded with water, we recom-
mend you to have it drained.

Cautions on handling of 4-
wheel drive vehicles

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Tyres and wheels

Since the driving torque can be applied to the
4 wheels, the driving performance of the ve-
hicle when operating in 4-wheel drive is
greatly affected by the condition of the tyres.

Pay close attention to the tyres.

Install only the specified tyres on all
wheels. Refer to “Tyres and wheels” on
page 12-09.

Be sure all 4 tyres and wheels are the
same size and type.
When it is necessary to replace any of
the tyres or wheels, replace all 4 tyres.

All tyres should be rotated before the
wear difference between the front and
rear tyres is recognizable.

Good vehicle performance cannot be expec-
ted if there is a difference in wear between
tyres. Refer to “Tyre rotation” on page 11-12.

Check the tyre inflation pressure regular-
ly.

CAUTION

Always  use  tyres  of  the  same  size,  same
type,  and  same  brand,  and  which  have  no
wear  differences.  Using  tyres  of  different
size, type, brands or degree of wear, will in-
crease the differential oil temperature, result-
ing  in  possible  damage  to  the  driving  sys-
tem. Further, the drive train will be subjected
to  excessive  loading  possibly  leading  to  oil
leakage, component seizure, or other serious
faults.

Towing

CAUTION

Do not tow 4-wheel drive vehicles with the
front or rear wheels on the ground (Type A
or Type B) as illustrated. This could result in
damage to the drivetrain, or unstable towing.
If you tow 4-wheel drive vehicles, use Type
C or Type D equipment.

Jacking up a 4-wheel drive ve-

hicle

WARNING

Do  not  turn  on  the  Plug-in  Hybrid  EV
System  or  turn  a  jacked-up  wheel  when
the  vehicle  is  jacked  up.  The  tyre  in  con-
tact with the ground may turn and the ve-
hicle may come off the jack, possibly lead-
ing  to  an  accident.  Besides,  do  not  touch
the high-voltage area.

EV switch

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To  drive  the  vehicle  without  starting  the  en-
gine  as  much  as  possible,  the  EV  priority
mode can be used.
This  mode  helps  to  drive  the  vehicle  at  a
place  needed  for  concern  of  noises  and  ex-
haust gas emissions, such as residential areas
etc.

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To switch to the EV priority mode, press the
EV switch with operation mode of the power
switch in ON.
If the EV switch is pressed, you can drive the
vehicle by using only the EV drive mode as
much as possible, even if the accelerator ped-
al is roughly depressed.
To cancel the EV priority mode, press the EV
switch again.
When the operation mode of the power
switch is put in OFF, the EV priority mode
will be cancelled.

When switching to the EV priority mode, on
the  information  screen  in  the  multi  informa-
tion display, a screen showing the EV priority
mode is displayed. The EV priority mode in-
dication  on  the  upper  left  of  the  screen  also
indicates  the  engine  operating  state.  When
the  engine  is  not  running,  it  is  displayed  in
blue,  and  when  the  engine  is  running,  it  is
displayed in gray.

1: Engine is not running (blue)
2: Engine is running (gray)

NOTE

While driving the vehicle in the EV priority
mode, if the engine automatically starts
while the vehicle is accelerating, the vehicle
may accelerate more quickly.

In the following conditions, the EV priority
mode cannot be used even if the EV switch
is pressed, a buzzer will sound and the mes-
sage will appear in the multi information
display.

•

When the remaining power in the drive
battery is low.
Charge the drive battery.

•

When the cruise control or the adaptive
cruise control system (ACC) is operating.

If you want to use the EV priority mode,
cancel the cruise control or the ACC.

EV switch

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NOTE

•

When the drive battery temperature is too
cold.

•

When using the EV priority mode is limi-
ted to protect the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys-
tem.

While the following message is displayed in
the multi information display, the EV priori-
ty mode cannot be used even if the EV
switch is pressed, a buzzer will sound.

NOTE

If you select warm air with the air condition-
er  switch  during  driving  in  the  EV  priority
mode,  the  message  will  appear  in  the  multi
information  display.  (except  for  vehicles
with electric heater)

In any of the situations listed below, the EV
priority mode will be automatically cancel-
led and the message will appear in the multi
information display.

•

When the remaining power in the drive
battery becomes low.
Charge the drive battery.

NOTE

•

When the vehicle speed of the cruise con-
trol or the ACC is set.

If you want to use the EV priority mode,
cancel the cruise control or the ACC.

•

When the drive battery temperature be-
comes too cold.

•

When the protecting device of the Plug-in
Hybrid EV System is operated.

EV switch

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NOTE

If the EV switch is pressed during the heat-
ing of the air conditioner, the message will
appear in the multi information display. (ex-
cept for vehicles with electric heater)

When  the  SAVE/CHARGE  mode  switch  or
the  SPORT  mode  switch  is  pressed  while
driving  in  the  EV  priority  mode,  the  mode
changes to the selected mode.
If the EV switch is pressed, the mode is re-
turned to the EV priority mode.
However, the mode may not return to the EV
priority  mode  depending  on  the  remaining
power in the drive battery.

In any of the situations listed below, the EV
priority mode continues even if the engine is
automatically started.

•

When the accelerator pedal is fully de-
pressed.

•

When the vehicle speed is over 130 km/h
(80 mph).

•

When the demister switch is pressed.

NOTE

If the ambient temperature is low, the engine
may  start  for  heating  when  the  Plug-in  Hy-
brid EV system is started with air condition-
er performed.
If  you  want  to  stop  the  engine  running,  se-
lect the EV priority mode with the operation
mode  of  the  power  switch  in  ON  before
starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system.

In the EV priority mode, the accelerator ped-
al response may be negative even if the ac-
celerator pedal is depressed or released.

The  motor  output  in  the  EV  priority  mode
may  decrease  due  to  the  deteriorated  drive
battery  or  the  ambient  temperature  falls.  In
such  a  case,  start  the  engine  by  cancelling
the  EV  priority  mode  to  secure  the  motor
output.

SAVE/CHARGE mode
switch

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If you press the switch with the operation
mode of the power switch in ON, you can
change the drive battery mode in the order of
SAVE, CHARGE, OFF, SAVE.

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Battery save mode

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To save the remaining power in the drive bat-
tery while driving, the battery save mode can
be used. This mode helps preserve the electri-
cal  power  in  the  drive  battery  for  later  use,
such as in a residential area, or to use at your
destination.  The  battery  save  mode  can  also
be used to reduce electric power consumption
from  the  drive  battery  during  high-speed
driving.
When the battery save mode is activated, the
engine  will  start  in  order  to  preserve  the  re-
maining  power  of  the  drive  battery  and  the
vehicle will operate in the series hybrid mode
or the parallel hybrid mode depending on the
remaining power in the drive battery.
To  cancel  the  battery  save  mode,  press  the
SAVE/CHARGE mode switch twice.
When  the  operation  mode  of  the  power
switch  is  put  in  OFF,  the  battery  save  mode
will be cancelled.

If the battery save mode is activated, the fol-
lowing image is displayed on the information
screen in the multi-information display.

NOTE

The engine may stop when the vehicle stops
or is running.

Even if the battery save mode is selected, the
engine may not start depending on the con-
dition of the remaining drive battery capaci-
ty or the Plug-in Hybrid EV system control.

In the following conditions, the battery save
mode cannot be used even if the battery save
mode is selected, a buzzer will sound and
the message will appear in the multi-infor-
mation display.

•

When the engine coolant temperature is
high.

•

When the remaining fuel quantity is low.

In any of the situations listed below, the bat-
tery save mode will be automatically cancel-
led and the message will appear in the multi-
information display.

•

When the engine coolant temperature be-
comes high.

NOTE

•

When the remaining fuel quantity be-
comes low.

When one of the following switches is press-
ed while driving in the battery save mode,
the mode changes to the selected mode.

•

SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

•

EV switch

•

SPORT mode switch

Refer  to  “Battery  charge  mode”  on  page
7-29,  “EV  switch”  on  page  7-25  or
“SPORT mode switch” on page 7-31.
If  the  SAVE/CHARGE  mode  switch  is
pressed  once,  the  mode  is  returned  to  the
battery save mode.

Battery charge mode

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To charge the drive battery while driving, the
battery charge mode can be used. It is recom-
mended  to  use  this  mode  before  driving  up
long hills or mountain roads.
When  the  battery  charge  mode  is  activated,
the  engine  will  start  to  charge  the  drive  bat-
tery to nearly full.
To cancel the battery charge mode, press the
SAVE/CHARGE mode switch once.

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When the operation mode of the power
switch is put in OFF, the battery charge mode
will be cancelled.
If the battery charge mode is activated, the
following image is displayed on the informa-
tion screen in the multi-information display.

WARNING

When you leave the vehicle, be sure to
stopped the Plug-in Hybrid EV System.
Refer to “Parking” on page 7-06

Only  use  the  battery  charge  mode  in  a
well ventilated space.
The engine will start when the vehicle is in
the  battery  charge  mode,  and  this  can
cause  carbon  monoxide  to  build  up  caus-
ing  carbon  monoxide  poisoning.  Be  sure
to use at the well-ventilated place.

Do not use the battery charge mode near
flammable objects such as dried grass or
paper etc. There is a possibility of starting
a fire due to the high exhaust pipe temper-
ature.

CAUTION

While  the  battery  charge  mode  is  activated,
do  not  cover  the  front  of  the  vehicle  with
anything  including  a  car  cover.  Doing  so
could cause the engine to overheat.

NOTE

Even if the battery charge mode is selected,
the engine may not start depending on the
condition of the remaining drive battery ca-
pacity or the Plug-in Hybrid EV system con-
trol.

In  the  following  conditions,  the  battery
charge mode cannot be used even if the bat-
tery  charge  mode  is  selected,  a  buzzer  will
sound  and  the  message  will  appear  in  the
multi-information display.

•

When the engine coolant temperature is
high.

•

When the remaining fuel quantity is low.

In any of the situations listed below, the bat-
tery charge mode will be automatically can-
celled and the message will appear in the
multi-information display.

•

When the engine coolant temperature be-
comes high.

NOTE

•

When the remaining fuel quantity be-
comes low.

It is recommended to use the battery charge
mode  at  least  20  minutes  before  you  climb,
in  order  to  continue  a  speed  of  more  than
100  km/h  (62  mph),  or  when  a  long  slope
(gradient  of  more  than  4  %)  is  expected.
(According to a towing weight, it may not be
able to continue the speed.)

When using the battery charge mode with a
vehicle that has stopped in the heath a long
time, it may not charge.

The charging time close to full charge of the
drive battery becomes longer depending on
the condition of the drive battery, a driving
condition or a environment.

The engine may stop near full charge.

If you use the battery charge mode, in order
to generate electricity using gasoline, the
fuel consumption will suffer.
We recommend you to consider the environ-
ment.

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NOTE

When the engine is started while parking,
there is a risk of receiving a penalty due to
idling stop ordinances.
You should use the battery charge mode that
conforms to the relevant municipality.
Also, if the engine is started, ensure there is
sufficient fuel in the fuel tank so that the en-
gine does not run out of fuel.

When  the  EV  switch  or  the  SPORT  mode
switch is pressed while driving in the battery
charge mode, the mode changes to the selec-
ted mode.
Refer  to  “EV  switch”  on  page  7-25  or
“SPORT mode switch” on page 7-31.
If  the  SAVE/CHARGE  mode  switch  is
pressed  twice,  the  mode  is  returned  to  the
battery charge mode.

SPORT mode switch

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The SPORT mode switch is used when doing
powerful  sporty  driving  on  mountain  roads
and uphill slopes.
Quick  acceleration  in  response  to  the  opera-
tion of the accelerator pedal and quick decel-
eration  by  strong  regenerative  braking  force
are possible.
The  SPORT  mode  can  be  used  when  the
SPORT  mode  switch  is  pressed  while  the
READY indicator light is on.
To cancel, press the switch again or turn off
the power mode.

If the SPORT mode is activated, the follow-
ing display appears on the information screen
in the multi-information display.

WARNING

If a large regenerative braking force is ap-
plied, the stop lamps will be automatically
illuminated.

NOTE

Selecting the SPORT mode makes the en-
gine easier to start. Also, since the response
to the operation of the accelerator pedal be-
comes better, there may be a shock when
stepping on the accelerator pedal.

When SPORT mode is selected, the regener-
ative braking force automatically switches to
B5. After switching, you can change to your
favorite  regenerative  braking  force  with  the
Regenerative  braking  level  selector.  Regen-
erative  braking  level  selector  (paddle  type)

® p. 7-19

When you select the SPORT mode in situa-
tions such as the following, a large regenera-
tive braking force may not work.

•

When the driving battery temperature is
high or low.

•

When the driving battery is close to fully
charged, or when it is fully charged.

If you select the cruise control or the Adap-
tive  Cruise  Control  System  (ACC),  the  re-
generative  braking  level  will  be  D  while
driving in the SPORT mode.
The  regenerative  brake  force  becomes  B5
when  the  SPORT  mode  is  returned  by  can-
celling  the  cruise  control  or  the  Adaptive
Cruise Control System (ACC).

SPORT mode switch

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NOTE

When the remaining amount of fuel is small,
the SPORT mode cannot be used even if the
SPORT mode switch is pressed.

If you want to use the SPORT mode, refuel
the vehicle.

While the following message is displayed in
the  multi-information  display,  the  SPORT
mode  cannot  be  used  even  if  the  SPORT
mode  switch  is  pressed  and  a  buzzer  will
sound.

NOTE

When the remaining amount of fuel becomes
little, the SPORT mode will be automatically
cancelled and the message will appear in the
multi-information display.

If you want to use the SPORT mode, refuel
the vehicle.

When the following switch is turned on
while driving in the SPORT mode, the mode
changes to the selected mode.

•

EV switch

•

SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

•

Drive mode switch

•

ECO mode switch

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting
System (AVAS)

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The  Acoustic  Vehicle  Alerting  System
(AVAS)  is  a  device  that  uses  sound  to  alert
pedestrians  of  the  presence  of  the  vehicle.
The system operates when the vehicle speed
is  approximately  35  km/h  (22  mph)  or  less
and the engine is not running.

The sound starts when the AVAS is operated
in the following conditions.

When the vehicle speed is approximately
3 km/h (2 mph) or less with engine not
running and the brake pedal is not de-
pressed.

When the vehicle speed is approximately
3 km/h (2 mph) to 35 km/h (22 mph) and
engine is not running.

The sound does not start in the following ca-
ses.

When the vehicle speed is approximately
3 km/h (2 mph) or less and the brake
pedal is depressed.

When the vehicle speed is approximately
35 km/h (22 mph) or more.

When the select position is in the “P”
(PARK) position.

When the AVAS OFF indicator in the
meter is illuminating.

When the engine is running.

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When the operation mode is set to “ON”, the
AVAS OFF indicator comes on and goes out
after a few seconds.

WARNING

Even if the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem  (AVAS)  sounds,  pay  special  attention
to pedestrians.
Pedestrians  may  not  notice  the  oncoming
vehicle,  which  may  cause  an  accident  re-
sulting  in  serious  personal  injury  or
death.

CAUTION

Always confirm the indication lamp goes off
before driving.
If  the  indication  lamp  blinks,  the  operation
mode is put in OFF, and the operation mode
is  put  in  ON  once  again.  It  is  normal  if  the
indication  lamp  goes  off.  If  the  indication
lamp  blinks  again,  have  the  vehicle  inspec-
ted at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point as soon as possible.

AVAS OFF switch

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If the operation mode is put in ON, the AVAS
is automatically turned on.
The AVAS should be turned on while normal
driving.
When driving on the freeway etc., it is possi-
ble to turn off the AVAS by pressing the
AVAS OFF switch.
When pressing the AVAS OFF switch, the au-
dible alarm does not sound and the AVAS
OFF indicator illuminates.

When pressing the AVAS OFF switch once
again, the AVAS is activated and the AVAS
OFF indicator goes off.

WARNING

Never turn the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting
System (AVAS) off if there is a possibility
that pedestrians pass by.

NOTE

If the operation mode is put in OFF, while
the AVAS has been turned off, and the oper-
ation mode is put in ON once again, the
AVAS is activated.

If the AVAS OFF switch is continuously
pressed after the AVAS is turned off, the in-
correct operation prevention function is trig-
gered and the system turns on again.

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Braking

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All the parts of the brake system are critical
to safety. We recommend you to have the ve-
hicle checked at regular intervals according
to the service booklet.

CAUTION

Avoid driving habits that cause heavy brak-
ing and never “ride” the brakes by resting
your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
It causes brake overheating and fade.

Brake system

The  service  brake  is  divided  into  two  brake
circuits.  And  your  vehicle  is  equipped  with
power  brakes.  If  one  brake  circuit  fails,  the
other  is  available  to  stop  the  vehicle.  If  you
should lose the power assist for some reason,
the brakes will still work. In these situations,
even  if  the  brake  pedal  moves  down  to  the
very end of its possible stroke or resists being
depressed,  keep  depressing  the  brake  pedal
down  harder  and  further  than  usual;  stop
driving  as  soon  as  possible  and  have  the
brake system repaired.

WARNING

Do  not  turn  off  the  Plug-in  Hybrid  EV
System while your vehicle is in motion. If
you  turn  off  the  Plug-in  Hybrid  EV  Sys-
tem  while  driving,  the  power  assistance
for  the  braking  system  will  stop  working
and your brakes will not work effectively.

If the power assist is lost or if either brake
hydraulic system stops working properly,
have your vehicle checked immediately.

Warning display

The brake warning lamp illuminates to indi-
cate a fault in the braking system. A warning
is also displayed on the multi information
display. Refer to “Brake warning lamp (red)”
on page 6-55 and “Brake warning display” on
page 6-58.

When brakes are wet

Check  the  brake  system  while  driving  at  a
low  speed  immediately  after  starting,  espe-
cially  when  the  brakes  are  wet,  to  confirm
they work normally.
A  film  of  water  can  be  formed  on  the  brake
discs  and  prevent  normal  braking  after  driv-
ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or
after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, dry
the brakes out by driving slowly while lightly
depressing the brake pedal.

When driving downhill

WARNING

Do not leave any objects near the brake
pedal or let a floor mat slide under it; do-
ing so could prevent the full pedal stroke
that would be necessary in an emergency.
Make sure that the pedal can be operated
freely at all times. Make sure that the
floor mat is securely held in place.

CAUTION

Put the selector lever to “B” position accord-
ing to the grade of a slope or the speed in a
long downward slope, and use the regenera-
tive brake together.
If  you  depress  the  brake  pedal  and  slowing
down  is  repeated  frequently,  the  foot  brake
may  be  overheated  and  effectiveness  may
worsen.

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CAUTION

Effectiveness  of  the  regenerative  brake  be-
comes weak when the drive battery is close
to  full  charge  and  loses  its  effect  at  the  full
charge.
In this case, since the foot brake is effective,
use the foot brake and slow down your vehi-
cle speed beforehand.
The energy usage indicator stops swaying in
the charge zone closer to full charge.
Refer  to  “Energy  usage  indicator”  on  page
6-02
In such case, drive at low speed in advance.
And  if  needed  use  the  foot  brake  to  slow
down  the  vehicle  speed  before  the  vehicle
speed increases.
The regenerative brake comes to be effective
if the drive battery remaining power is con-
sumed.

Brake pad

Avoid hard braking situations.
New brakes need to be broken-in by
moderate use for the first 200 km
(124 miles).

The  disc  brakes  are  provided  with  a
warning  device  which  emits  a  shrieking
metallic sound while braking if the brake
pads  have  reached  their  wear  limit.  If
you hear this sound, have the brake pads
replaced immediately.

WARNING

Driving with worn brake pads will make
it harder to stop, and can cause an acci-
dent.

Brake auto hold

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When the vehicle is stopped at traffic signals
etc., the vehicle can be held stationary with
the brake auto hold system even if you re-
lease your foot from the brake pedal.
When the accelerator pedal is depressed, the
brakes are released.

WARNING

Do not overly rely on the brake auto hold
system. On a steep slope, depress the
brake pedal firmly because the system
may not hold the vehicle stationary.

Never  leave  the  vehicle  while  it  is  being
stopped  by  the  brake  auto  hold  system.
When leaving the vehicle, apply the park-
ing  brake  and  put  the  select  position  to
the “P” (PARK) position.

Do  not  use  the  brake  auto  hold  system
when  driving  on  slippery  roads.  The  sys-
tem  may  not  hold  the  vehicle  stationary
and an accident could occur.

NOTE

While operating the brake auto hold system,
you may hear an operation noise to increase
braking force when the system detected the
movement of the vehicle. This does not indi-
cate a malfunction.

How to use brake auto hold

To turn on brake auto hold

If the brake auto hold switch is pressed while
all of the following conditions are met, the
system will change to the standby state and
the indication lamp (A) on the switch comes
on.

The operation mode of the power switch
is in the “ON” position.

The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

The driver’s door is closed.

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NOTE

When the brake auto hold system cannot be
used, a buzzer will sound and the following
warning will appear on the information
screen in the multi information display.

•

If this warning appears, confirm that all of
the conditions for system operation are
met and that there is no malfunction in the
system.

•

If this warning appears, fasten the driver’s
seat belt.

If any of the following occurs while the sys-
tem is standby state, the brake auto hold sys-
tem will be turned off automatically and the
indication lamp on the switch goes off.
A buzzer will sound and the message will
appear on the information screen in the multi
information display.

•

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

•

When the driver’s door is opened.

NOTE

•

When there is a malfunction in the sys-
tem.

If  you  keep  pressing  the  brake  auto  hold
switch  after  setting  the  brake  auto  hold  to
ON  (stand  by),  the  brake  auto  hold  will  re-
turn to OFF as a protection function is oper-
ated.
After  returning  to  OFF,  the  brake  auto  hold
will not be switched to ON (stand by) even
if  the  brake  auto  hold  switch  is  pressed.  To
set  the  brake  auto  hold  to  ON,  restart  the
Plug-in  hybrid  EV  system  and  press  the
brake auto hold switch again.

To activate brake auto hold

When the vehicle is stopped by depressing
the brake pedal with the select position in any
position other than “P” (PARK) or “R” (RE-
VERSE), the brake auto hold activates and
the vehicle will be held stationary.

The brake auto hold indication lamp in the
instrument cluster will come on while the
system activates.

CAUTION

Release the brake pedal after the brake auto
hold indication lamp is illuminated.

NOTE

In the following situations, the brake auto
hold system may not operate temporarily.

•

The vehicle is stopped on a slippery road.

•

The vehicle was stopped while the steer-
ing wheel was turned all the way to the
left or right.

•

The vehicle is being turned on a parking
lot turntable.

If this occurs, the brake auto hold system
will return to the normal operation if you de-

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