CAUTION
- During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to help achieve the best long-term engine performance, reliability, and fuel economy from your new Mitsubishi Outlander. Ignoring the break-in recommendations may contribute to reduced engine performance and a shorter service life.
- Avoid driving for extended periods at a constant speed, whether high or low. Do not operate the engine above 4,000 rpm during the break-in period.
- Do not use full-throttle acceleration in any gear.
- Avoid rapid or aggressive starts whenever possible.
- Avoid hard or unnecessary braking as much as practical.
- Do not tow a trailer during the first 500 miles (800 km). Towing during this initial period may place excessive load on the engine, axle, and other drivetrain components.
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Use the following practical Fuel Efficient Driving Tips to help maximize fuel economy and reduce unnecessary fuel consumption in your Mitsubishi Outlander.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake pedal
S-AWC is an integrated vehicle dynamics control system designed to enhance driving performance, cornering capability, and overall vehicle stability across a wide range of road and driving conditions.
WARNING
Do not stop or park the Mitsubishi Outlander over combustible materials such as dry grass, waste paper, leaves, or rags. Hot vehicle components could ignite these materials and cau
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Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under emergency
conditions. All turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, push the switch again.
WARNING
If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
Do not use the hazard war
NOTE
If the sensor area becomes dirty or obstructed, stop the Mitsubishi Outlander in a safe location, remove any dirt or contamination from around the sensor area, and then restart the engine.
If a warning message appears on the multi-information display, bring the vehicle to a safe stop, tur
