If the vehicle breaks down
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For emergencies
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If the vehicle breaks down on the road, move
it to the shoulder and use the hazard warning
flashers and/or the warning triangle etc.
Refer to “Hazard warning flasher switch” on
page 5-83.
Vehicle operation and control are affected if
the engine stops. Before moving the vehicle
to a safe area, be aware of the following:
The brake booster becomes inoperative
and the pedal effort will increase. Press
down the brake pedal harder than usual.
Since the power steering system is no
longer operative, the steering wheel feels
heavy when turning it.
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If the operation mode cannot be changed to
OFF, perform the following procedure.
1. Move the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position, and then change the
operation mode to OFF.
2. One of the other causes could be low bat-
tery voltage. If this occurs, the keyless
entry system, keyless operation function,
and steering lock will also not operate.
Contact an authorised MITSUBISHI
MOTORS dealer.
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If the engine cannot be started because the
battery is weak or dead, the battery from
another vehicle can be used with jumper
cables to start the engine.
1. Get the vehicles close enough so the
jumper cables can reach, but be sure the
vehicles aren’t touching each other.
2. Turn off all lamps, heater and other elec-
trical loads.
3. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehi-
cle. Put an A/T in “P” (PARK) or a M/T in
“N” (Neutral). Stop the engine.
4. Make sure battery electrolyte is at the
proper level.
Refer to “Battery” on page 10-8.
If the vehicle breaks down
If the engine stops/fails
If the operation mode can-
not be changed to OFF
Emergency starting
WARNING
To start the engine using jumper cables
from another vehicle, perform the correct
procedures according to the instruction
below. Incorrect procedures could result
in a fire or explosion or damage to the
vehicles.
Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away
from the battery because the battery may
produce an explosion.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to start the engine by pulling
or pushing the vehicle.
It could damage your vehicle.
Check the other vehicle. It must have a
12-volt battery.
If the other system isn’t 12-volt, shorting can
damage both vehicles.
Use the proper cables suitable for the battery
size to prevent overheating of the cables.
Check the jumper cables for damage and cor-
rosion before use.
Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
WARNING
Turn off the ignition on both vehicles
beforehand. Make sure that the cables or
your clothes cannot be caught by the fans
or drive belt. Personal injury could result.
CAUTION
