Mitsubishi Outlander: Ignition switch
1- The engine is stopped, and the steering wheel is locked. The key can only
be inserted and removed only when the switch is in this position.
2- The engine
is stopped, but the radio, cigarette lighter and other electrical devices can be
operated.
3- The engine is running and all the vehicle’s electrical devices can
be operated.
4- The starter motor operates. After the engine has started, release
the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.
NOTE
(1) For vehicles with a manual transmission, when removing the key, push the
key in at the “ACC” position and keep it depressed until it is turned to the “LOCK”
position, and remove. For vehicles with an automatic transmission, when removing
the key, first set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and then turn
the key to “LOCK” and remove it.
(2) For vehicles equipped with the Daytime Running
Lamp, when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the headlamp low beams etc.
are turned on. (Refer to “Headlamps” on page 4–12.)
(3) Your vehicle is equipped
with an electronic immobilizer, to start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the immobilizer computer.
(Refer to page 2–2)
CAUTION
(1) Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition switch while driving.
The steering wheel will lock, causing loss of control.
(2) If the engine is stopped
while driving, the brake servomechanism will cease to function and braking efficiency
will deteriorate. Also, the power steering system will not function and it will
require greater manual effort to operate the steering.
(3) Do not leave the key
in the “ON” position for a long time when the engine is not running, doing so will
cause the battery to be discharged.
(4) Do not turn the key to the “START” position
when the engine is running, doing so could damage the starter motor.
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How to lock and unlock the steering wheel
To lock
Remove the key at the “LOCK” position. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
To unlock
Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering wheel slightly.
CAUTION
Tips for starting
(1) Do not operate the starter motor continuously for anything longer than 10
seconds; doing so could run down the battery. If the engine does not start, turn
the ignition switch back to “LOCK
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