Mitsubishi Fuso CANTER, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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4 ECO mode switch
You can use the ECO mode switch only while driv-
ing in the automatic shift mode.
When the ECO mode is turned on using this switch,
the DUONIC system applies the following control:
•
Makes upshifts earlier than when the ECO mode
is off.
•
Makes the gear less likely to shift down when
the accelerator pedal is depressed.
•
The ECO mode is activated when the “ON” side
of this switch is pressed. The multi-informa-
tion display will then indicate “ECO” on the
screen. Press the “OFF” side of the switch to
deselect the ECO mode.
NOTE:
•
The ECO mode should be used when the vehi-
cle is zero- to half-loaded and driven on rela-
tively level roads.
•
Turn off the ECO mode switch when the vehicle
is fully loaded or is driven on uphill or downhill
roads.
5 When starting the engine
On a vehicle with a DUONIC system, start the
engine as follows.
CAUTION
Always depress the brake pedal with your right
foot. Operating the brake with your left foot may
slow your response to an emergency, resulting
in an unexpected accident. Depress the acceler-
ator pedal and brake pedal with your right foot
to confirm their positions before starting the
engine.
1. Confirm the following:
•
The parking brake is securely applied.
•
The gearshift lever is in the “P” position.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
CAUTION
For safety, keep the brake pedal depressed until
the engine starts.
3. Turn the starter switch to the “ON” position.
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