Mitsubishi Outlander: Predictive Forward Collision Warning [PFCW]

WARNING

• Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use of the PFCW system could result in serious injury or death.
  • The PFCW system is designed to warn the driver of a potential collision risk, but it cannot avoid a collision by itself.

    The driver remains responsible for staying alert, driving the Mitsubishi Outlander safely, monitoring surrounding traffic, and maintaining control of the vehicle at all times.

The Predictive Forward Collision Warning [PFCW] system can help alert the driver when it detects sudden braking by a second vehicle traveling ahead of the vehicle directly in front of the Mitsubishi Outlander in the same lane.

The PFCW system uses radar sensor A, located at the front of the Mitsubishi Outlander, to monitor the distance and movement of a second vehicle farther ahead in the same travel lane.

1. Vehicle ahead detection indicator (on the multi-information display)
2. Forward Collision Mitigation [FCM] System OFF warning light (on the meter panel)

PFCW system operation

The PFCW system operates when the Mitsubishi Outlander is traveling at speeds above approximately 6 MPH (10 km/h).

If the system determines that there is a potential risk of a forward collision based on the movement of traffic ahead, the PFCW system warns the driver by flashing the vehicle ahead detection indicator 1 and sounding an audible alert. This gives the driver additional notice to assess traffic conditions and respond as necessary.

Turning the PFCW system ON/OFF

1. FCM system OFF warning light (on the meter panel)
2. Steering wheel remote control switches (left side)
3. Multi-information display

Perform the following steps to turn the PFCW system on or off.

1. Press the button until "Settings" appears in the multi-information display 3 and then push the scroll dial.

2. Use the scroll dial to select "Driver Assistance." Then push the scroll dial to open the menu.

3. Select "Emergency Brake" and push the scroll dial.

4. Select "Front" and use the scroll dial to turn the system on or off.

When the PFCW system is turned off, the FCM system OFF warning light 1 illuminates to indicate that the related forward collision warning functions are unavailable.

NOTE

• The PFCW system is automatically turned on whenever the Mitsubishi Outlander engine is restarted.
• The PFCW system is integrated into the FCM system and therefore does not have a separate menu selection in the multi-information display.

  When the FCM system is turned off, the PFCW system is also turned off.

PFCW system limitations

Illustration A

Illustration B

Illustration C

Illustration D

WARNING

• The following limitations apply to the PFCW system. Failure to operate the Mitsubishi Outlander with these limitations in mind could result in serious injury or death.
• The PFCW system cannot detect every vehicle under all road, traffic, weather, and driving conditions.
• The radar sensor is not designed to detect the following road users or objects:
  • Pedestrians, animals, or obstacles in the roadway
  • Oncoming vehicles
  • Vehicles crossing the Mitsubishi Outlander's path
• (Illustration A) The PFCW system may not function when the vehicle ahead is narrow, such as a motorcycle, because the radar may not detect it reliably.
• The radar sensor may fail to detect a vehicle ahead under the following conditions:
  • During snow or heavy rain that reduces radar detection performance
  • When dirt, ice, snow, or other material covers the radar sensor area
  • When signals from other radar sources interfere with the sensor
  • When snow, water, or road spray from other vehicles interferes with radar detection
  • When driving through a tunnel
  • While towing a trailer
• (Illustration B) PFCW performance may be reduced when the vehicle ahead is being towed.
• (Illustration C) If the Mitsubishi Outlander is following another vehicle too closely, that vehicle may block the radar beam and prevent the sensor from monitoring traffic farther ahead.
• (Illustration D) The radar may not detect vehicles correctly when driving down a steep slope or on roads with sharp curves.
• The system automatically monitors radar sensor operation within certain functional limits. However, it may not recognize every obstruction affecting the sensor area, including ice, snow, stickers, or similar material. In these situations, the PFCW system may be unable to provide the driver with an appropriate warning.

Be sure to inspect the radar sensor area regularly and keep it clean, clear, and free from any material that could interfere with proper detection.

• Excessive noise inside or outside the Mitsubishi Outlander may interfere with the warning chime, making the audible alert difficult or impossible to hear.

When driving on certain roads, including winding, hilly, curved, or narrow roads, or through areas under construction, the radar sensor may detect a vehicle traveling in another lane or may temporarily fail to detect a vehicle directly ahead. Under these conditions, the PFCW system may operate unexpectedly or may not provide the warning the driver anticipates.

Vehicle detection can also be affected by the way the Mitsubishi Outlander is being driven, including steering maneuvers and the vehicle's position within the lane, as well as by the condition of the vehicle itself. If radar detection is affected, the system may unexpectedly flash the vehicle ahead detection indicator and sound the warning chime. The driver remains responsible for manually controlling vehicle speed and maintaining a safe following distance from traffic ahead.

System temporarily unavailable

Condition A: If the radar sensor receives interference from another radar source and can no longer reliably detect a vehicle ahead, the PFCW system is automatically disabled. The FCM system OFF warning light illuminates and the "Driving Aids Temporarily limited Radar interference" warning message appears in the multi-information display.

Action to take: When the radar interference is no longer present, the PFCW system will automatically resume normal operation.

Condition B: Under the following conditions, if the radar sensor cannot reliably detect a vehicle ahead, the PFCW system is automatically turned off.

The FCM system OFF warning light illuminates and the "Forward Driving Aids temporarily disabled Front Sensor blocked See Owner's Manual" warning message appears in the multi-information display.

• When the radar sensor area at the front of the Mitsubishi Outlander is covered with dirt or otherwise obstructed.

Action to take: If the warning light illuminates, stop the vehicle in a safe location, push the park button to select P (Park), and turn off the engine. Clean the radar sensor cover at the front of the vehicle using a soft cloth, then restart the engine. If the warning light remains illuminated after the sensor area has been cleaned, have the PFCW system inspected.

It is recommended that you visit an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service.

• When driving in areas with limited roadside structures or buildings, such as long bridges, deserts, snow-covered fields, or roads running alongside extended walls.

System malfunction

If the PFCW system detects a malfunction, it is automatically turned off, a warning chime sounds, the FCM system warning light illuminates, and the "Malfunction" warning message appears in the multi-information display.

Action to take: If the warning light illuminates, stop the Mitsubishi Outlander in a safe location. Turn off the engine and restart it. If the warning light remains illuminated after restarting the engine, have the PFCW system inspected. It is recommended that you visit an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for this service.

System maintenance

Radar sensor A is located at the front of the Mitsubishi Outlander and is used by the PFCW system to monitor traffic ahead.

To help maintain proper system operation and reduce the possibility of radar-related malfunctions, observe the following precautions:

• Always keep radar sensor area (1) on the front of the vehicle clean and free from dirt, snow, ice, or other material that could interfere with detection.
• Do not strike, impact, or otherwise damage radar sensor area (1).
• Do not cover the radar area or attach stickers, including transparent materials, or similar objects to the front of the vehicle near radar sensor area (1). Such items may interfere with radar operation and could cause a system failure or malfunction.
• Do not install metallic objects near radar sensor area (1), including brush guards, metallic accessories, stickers, or similar materials. These objects may interfere with radar signals and cause improper system operation.
• Do not modify, remove, or repaint the front bumper in a way that could affect the radar sensor. Before customizing, repairing, or restoring the front bumper, it is recommended that you consult an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
• If radar sensor A or radar sensor area (1) is damaged in an accident, the PFCW system may malfunction and may not provide the expected warning assistance. Have the affected components inspected before relying on the system again.

Radio frequency statement

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FCC ID: NF3-F5CP32

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference; and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

• Changes or modifications to this equipment that are not expressly approved by Robert Bosch GmbH may void the FCC authorization to operate the equipment.

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