Mitsubishi Outlander: Limited-slip differential (LSD)
A limited-slip differential (LSD) is applied for the rear wheel differential. The features of this LSD are described below: Just as with a conventional differential, the wheel on one side is allowed to turn at a different speed from the wheel on the other side when the vehicle is cornering. The difference between the LSD and a conventional differential is that if the wheel on one side of the vehicle loses traction, a greater amount of torque is applied to the wheel on the other side to improve traction.
Note
► Even if there is a difference in the amount of traction the wheels can get, if both of them are spinning, the LSD will not be effective.
Caution
► Never start the engine while one of the rear wheels is jacked up and the
other in contact with the ground; doing so may cause the vehicle to jump forward.
► Continuously attempting to extract the vehicle from snow, mud, etc. while using
high engine rpm may damage the LSD.
► Using a compact spare wheel will adversely affect the LSD; replace the compact
spare wheel with a standard size wheel as soon as possible.
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Braking
All the parts of the brake system are critical to safety.
We recommend you to have the vehicle checked at regular intervals according to
the service booklet.
Caution
► Avoid driving habits
Hill start assist (vehicles with Twin Clutch SST)
The hill start assist makes it easy to start off on a steep uphill slope by preventing
the vehicle from moving backwards. It keeps the braking force for about 2 seconds
when you move your foot fro
To operate
1. Stop the vehicle completely using the brake pedal.
2. Release the brake pedal and the hill start assist will maintain the braking force
applied while stopping for approximately 2 seconds.
3. De
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Cancelling the system
When the following operation is performed, the doors and rear hatch will unlock
and the Dead Lock System will be simultaneously cancelled.
► The UNLOCK switch (D) on the remote control switch is pressed.
► The driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/ unlock switch (B) is pressed
To activate
1. Push the main switch (A) at the end of the auto–speed control lever. 2.
Pull down the lever (B) while driving at the desired speed.
When the main switch (A) is ON, the “CRUISE” indication lamp located in the instrument
panel will illuminate.
CAUTION
(1) As a safety precaution, th
