Mitsubishi MOTORS SHOGUN SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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4-wheel drive operation*
Starting and driving 6-71
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Set the transfer shift lever or the drive mode-
selector to “4HLc” or “4LLc” and drive at a
low speed. Depending on the road condition,
either set the Off Road mode-selector (if so
equipped) to “ROCK”, or set the rear differ-
ential lock (if so equipped) to ON if the vehi-
cle is likely to get stuck. This may help you
drive smoothly.
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Set the transfer shift lever or the drive mode-
selector to “4HLc” or “4LLc” position, use
the engine brake (downshifting) and descend
slowly.
If the vehicle cannot descend slowly even
using the engine brake. The Hill Descent
Control may help drive smoothly.
For details, refer to “Hill Descent Control
(HDC)” on page 6-77.
Driving on rocky road
CAUTION
 Avoid driving alone on rocky roads. When
driving on rocky roads, follow an experi-
enced driver’s instruction for safe driving.
NOTE
 Drive on a road surface where the tyre treads
contact with rocks as far as possible.
Descending steep grades
WARNING
 Avoid snaking down a sharp grade.
Descend the grade as straight as possible.
NOTE
 When descending a sharp grade, if the brakes
are applied suddenly because of an obstacle
encountered, control of the vehicle could be
lost. Before descending the slope, walk down
it and confirm the path.

Before descending a grade, it is necessary to
choose the appropriate gear. Avoid changing
gears or depressing the clutch while descend-
ing the grade.
 MITSUBISHI MOTORS is not responsible
to the operator for any damage or injury
caused or liability incurred by the improper
and negligent operation of a vehicle. All
techniques of vehicle operation described
herein depend on the skill and experience of
the operator and other participating parties
and any deviation from the recommended
operation instructions above is at their own
risk.
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