Mitsubishi Outlander: Parking brake
To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully engage the parking brake.
To apply
1- Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal, then pull the lever up without pushing the button at the end of hand grip.
CAUTION
• When you intend to apply the parking brake, firmly press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete stop before pulling the parking brake lever. Pulling the parking brake lever with the vehicle moving could make the rear wheels lock up, thereby making the vehicle unstable.
It could also make the parking brake malfunction.
NOTE
• Apply sufficient force to the parking brake lever to hold the vehicle stationary after the foot brake is released.
• If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle stationary after the foot brake is released, have your vehicle checked immediately.
To release
1- Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal, then pull the lever up slightly.
2- Push the button at the end of hand grip.
3- Lower the lever fully.
CAUTION
• Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is fully released and brake warning lamp is off.
If you drive without the parking brake fully released, the warning display will appear on the information screen in the multi- information display.
If a vehicle is driven without releasing the parking brake, the brake will be overheated, resulting in ineffective braking and possible brake failure.
Warning lamp
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Parking
To park the vehicle, fully engage the parking brake, and then move the gearshift
lever to 1st or “R” (Reverse) position for vehicles equipped with M/T, or set the
selector lever to “P” (PA
Steering wheel height and reach adjustment
1. Release the lever while holding the steering wheel up.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.
3. Securely lock the steering wheel by pulling the lever fully upward.
A- Locked
B
Inside rear-view mirror
Adjust the rear-view mirror only after making any seat adjustments so you have
a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
WARNING
• Do not attempt to adjust the rear-view mirror while driving. Th
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Hazard warning flasher switch
Use the hazard warning flasher switch when the vehicle has to be parked on the
road for any emergency.
The hazard warning flashers can always be operated, regardless of the position
of the ignition switch.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers, all turn signal lamps
flash
Cargo loads precautions
Caution
► Do not load cargo or luggage higher than the top of the seatback. Be sure
that your cargo or luggage cannot move once your vehicle is moving.
Having the driver’s vision blocked, and your cargo being thrown inside the cabin
if you suddenly have to brake can cause a serious ac
