Mitsubishi MOTORS OUTLANDER PHEV 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Active stability control (ASC)
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The active stability control (ASC) takes over-
all control of the anti-lock brake system, trac-
tion control function and stability control
function to help maintain the vehicle’s control
and traction. Please read this section in con-
junction with the page on the anti-lock brake
system, traction control function and stability
control function.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
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Traction control function
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Stability control function
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control
function prevents the drive wheels from spin-
ning excessive, thus helping the vehicle to
start moving from a stopped condition. It also
provides sufficient driving force and steering
performance as the vehicle turns while press-
ing the acceleration pedal.
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The stability control function is designed to
help the driver maintain control of the vehicle
on slippery roads or during rapid steering
CAUTION
 If the warning display appears while the
Plug-in Hybrid EV System is operating, have
the vehicle inspected by a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorised Service Point as soon
as possible.
It may become harder to turn the steering
wheel.
Active stability control
(ASC)
CAUTION
 Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even the ASC
cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle.
This system, like any other system, has lim-
its and cannot help you to maintain traction
and control of the vehicle in all circum-
stances. Reckless driving can lead to acci-
dents. It is the driver’s responsibility to drive
carefully. This means into account the traffic,
road and environmental conditions.

Be sure to use the same specified type and
size of tyre on all 4 wheels. Otherwise, the
ASC may not work properly.
 Do not install any aftermarket limited slip
differential (LSD) on your vehicle. The ASC
may stop functioning properly.
NOTE
 An operation noise may be emitted from the
Plug-in Hybrid EV System compartment in
the following situations. The sound is associ-
ated with checking the operations of the
ASC. At this time, you may feel a shock
from the brake pedal if you depress it. These
do not indicate a malfunction.
• When the operation mode is put in ON.
• When the vehicle is driven for a while after
the Plug-in Hybrid EV System is turned on.
 When the ASC is activated, you may feel a
vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin-
ing sound from the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys-
tem compartment.
This indicates that the system is operating
normally. It does not indicate a malfunction.
 When the anti-lock brake system warning
lamp is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function
CAUTION
 When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy
road, be sure to install snow tyres and drive
the vehicle at moderate speeds.
Stability control function
NOTE