Mitsubishi Outlander: Gearshift lever positions (Manual shift gate)
“P” PARK
This position locks the transmission to prevent the vehicle from moving. The engine can be started in this position.
“R” REVERSE
This position is to back up.
Caution
► Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion to avoid transmission damage.
“N” NEUTRAL
At this position the transmission is disengaged. It is the same as the neutral position on a M/T, and should only be used when the vehicle is stationary for an extended length of time during driving, such as in a traffic jam.
Warning
► Never move the gearshift lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving.
A serious accident could occur since you could accidentally move the lever into
the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position or you will lose engine braking.
► On a gradient the engine should be started in the “P” (PARK) position. Although
the engine can be started when the vehicle is in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position if the
brake pedal is depressed, for safety reasons, do not start the engine in the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position.
► Always keep your right foot on the brake pedal when shifting into or out of “N”
(NEUTRAL), to minimize the risk of loss of control.
“D” DRIVE
This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear ratio for your speed and acceleration.
Engine braking is automatically applied when necessary, depending on road conditions.
Caution
► Never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion to avoid transmission damage.
Note
► When the engine is cold, upshifts occur at a higher vehicle speed than when
the engine is warm.
This control is performed to quickly warm up the engine. It does not indicate a
malfunction.
After the vehicle has been driven for a while, upshifts will occur at the regular engine speeds.
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Twin Clutch SST control mode
Select the control mode from the following two types to suit the driving conditions.
Note
► When continuously driving on closed circuit tracks or at other locations where
the engine is op
Twin Clutch SST control mode
When the ignition switch is set to the “ON” position, operate the Twin Clutch
SST control mode switch (A) to change the control mode.
When the engine is started, the control mode is automatic
Twin Clutch SST control mode display
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the currently selected
control mode is displayed on the multi-information display.
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Other interrupt displays (when the ignition switch is “ON”)
The operation status of each system is displayed on the information screen. Refer
to the appropriate page for the system for further details.
This informs you that a periodic inspection is due.
The setting for rest interval can be changed.
Changing the time until “REST REMINDER” is displayed
The time until the display appears can be changed.
1. Press and hold the multi-information meter switch for about 2 seconds or more
to switch from the setting mode screen to the menu screen.
Refer to “Changing the function settings (when the ignition switch is “ON”)”.
2. Lightly press t
