Mitsubishi ECLIPSE CROSS 2017, Owner'S Manual

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Parking on a downhill slope
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb and
move the vehicle forward until the kerb side
wheel gently touches the kerb.
On vehicles equipped with M/T, apply the
parking brake and place the gearshift lever
into the “R” (Reverse) position.
On vehicles equipped with CVT, apply the
parking brake and place the selector lever in-
to the “P” (PARK) position.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Parking on an uphill slope
Turn the front wheels away from the kerb
and move the vehicle back until the kerb side
wheel gently touches the kerb.
On vehicles equipped with M/T, apply the
parking brake and place the gearshift lever
into the 1
st
position.
On vehicles equipped with CVT, apply the
parking brake and place the selector lever in-
to the “P” (PARK) position.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
NOTE
l
On vehicles equipped with CVT, be sure to
apply the parking brake before moving se-
lector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If
you move selector lever to the “P” (Park)
position before applying the parking brake,
it may be difficult to disengage selector lev-
er from the “P” (Park) position when next
you drive the vehicle, requiring application
of a strong force the selector lever to move
from the “P” (Park) position.
Parking with the engine run-
ning
Never leave the engine running while you
take a short sleep/rest. Also, never leave the
engine running in a closed or poorly ventila-
ted place.
WARNING
l Leaving the engine running risks injury
or death from accidentally moving the
gearshift lever (with M/T), the selector
lever (with CVT) or the accumulation of
toxic exhaust fumes on the passenger
compartment.
Where you park
WARNING
l
Do not park your vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry grass
or leaves can come in contact with a hot
exhaust, since a fire could occur.
Do not keep the steering wheel
fully turned for a long time
More effort could be required to turn the
steering wheel.
Refer to “Electric power steering system
(EPS)” on page 6-52.
When leaving the vehicle
Always carry the key and lock all doors and
the tailgate when leaving the vehicle unatten-
ded.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit
area.
Steering wheel height and
reach adjustment
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1. Release the lever while holding the
steering wheel up.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position.
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment
6-09
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Starting and driving
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