Mitsubishi Outlander: Tire Pressure Monitoring System [TPMS]

Low tire pressure warning light

Each tire, including the spare tire if one is provided, should be checked at least once a month while the tires are cold and inflated to the pressure specified by the vehicle manufacturer on the tire placard or tire inflation pressure label.

If the Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with tires of a different size from those listed on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, determine the correct inflation pressure for those tires. As an additional safety feature, the vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System [TPMS] that illuminates the low tire pressure warning light when one or more tires are significantly under-inflated. If this warning light comes on, stop and check the tires as soon as it is safe to do so, then inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving with a significantly under-inflated tire can cause excessive heat buildup and may lead to tire failure. Low tire pressure can also reduce fuel efficiency and tread life and may adversely affect vehicle handling and braking performance.

The TPMS does not replace regular tire inspection and maintenance. It remains the driver's responsibility to maintain the correct tire pressure in every tire, even when the pressure has not dropped far enough to activate the TPMS low tire pressure warning light.

The Mitsubishi Outlander is also equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator that warns the driver when the monitoring system is not operating correctly. The malfunction indication is combined with the low tire pressure warning light. When a system malfunction is detected, the warning light flashes for approximately one minute and then remains continuously illuminated. This sequence will occur again during subsequent vehicle start-ups for as long as the malfunction remains present.

While the TPMS malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or warn of low tire pressure as intended. A TPMS malfunction can occur for several reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternative tires or wheels that interfere with proper system operation. After replacing one or more tires or wheels, always check the TPMS malfunction warning to confirm that the replacement components allow the system to continue operating correctly.

Whenever the tires and wheels are replaced with new ones

If new wheels equipped with new tire inflation pressure sensors are installed, the identification codes for those sensors must be programmed into the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. Tire and wheel replacement should be performed by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to reduce the risk of damaging the tire inflation pressure sensors. Damage resulting from wheel replacement performed outside an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer is not covered by the warranty.

Additional information

• The TPMS becomes active only when the Mitsubishi Outlander is driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). The system may also be unable to detect a sudden loss of tire pressure, such as a flat tire that occurs while driving.
• The low tire pressure warning light does not switch off immediately after tire pressure is corrected. Once the affected tire has been inflated to the recommended pressure, drive the vehicle at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and allow the warning light to turn off. Use an accurate tire pressure gauge to verify the inflation pressure.
• The "Tire Pressure Low - Add Air" message appears in the multi-information display when the low tire pressure warning light is illuminated because low tire pressure has been detected. The message disappears when the low tire pressure warning light turns off.

  The "Tire Pressure Low - Add Air" message is not displayed when the low tire pressure warning light is illuminated to indicate a TPMS malfunction rather than an under-inflated tire.

• The tire pressure for all monitored tires can also be viewed in the Mitsubishi Outlander multi-information display.

WARNING

• If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering inputs and abrupt braking. Reduce vehicle speed, move off the roadway to a safe location, and stop the Mitsubishi Outlander as soon as possible.

  Driving with significantly under-inflated tires can cause permanent tire damage, increase the risk of tire failure, and adversely affect vehicle control. Serious vehicle damage or an accident may result, potentially causing severe personal injury. Check the pressure in all four tires and adjust each tire to the recommended COLD inflation pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The low tire pressure warning light should turn off after the proper pressure has been restored and the TPMS has updated. If a tire is flat, repair it using the tire repair kit as soon as possible.

  If none of the tires is flat and all four tires are correctly inflated but the warning remains, it is recommended that you contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

• If a wheel without a compatible TPMS sensor is installed, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System will not function correctly. The low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated. It is recommended that the Mitsubishi Outlander be inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

Certain electronic devices and radio transmitters may temporarily interfere with TPMS operation and cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate even when tire pressure is not the underlying cause. Examples of possible sources of interference include:

• Facilities or electrical equipment operating on radio frequencies similar to those used by the TPMS located near the vehicle.
• A radio transmitter operating on a similar frequency being used inside or close to the vehicle.
• A computer, similar electronic equipment, or a DC/AC power converter operating inside or near the Mitsubishi Outlander.

The low tire pressure warning light may also illuminate under the following conditions:

• If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel and tire assembly that does not contain a TPMS sensor.
• If a TPMS component has been replaced but its identification code has not been registered with the system.
• If a wheel not originally specified by Mitsubishi Motors is installed on the vehicle.

FCC Notice:

For USA:

Tire Pressure Monitoring System [TPMS] transmitter

FCC ID: KR5TIS-10DL

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 that are not expressly approved by the party responsible for regulatory compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Body Control Module (BCM)

Model: BCM S400 02

FCC ID: KR5BCMS40002

Continental

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 that are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

For Canada:

Tire Pressure Monitoring System [TPMS] transmitter

Continental

Model: TIS-10DL

IC: 7812D-TIS10DL

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Body Control Module (BCM)

Model: BCM S400 02

IC: 7812D-BCMS40002

Continental

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

WARNING

• After rotating the tires, do not use the Tire fill notification function to set or verify tire pressure.

  Instead, use an accurate tire pressure gauge and adjust each tire to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard for the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When air is added to an under-inflated tire, the TPMS with Tire fill notification provides visual and audible signals outside the Mitsubishi Outlander to help the driver inflate the tire to the recommended COLD tire pressure.

 Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle on a safe, level surface where the tires can be inflated without interfering with traffic.

2. Apply the parking brake and push the park button to shift the transmission into the P (Park) position.

3. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.

Do not start the engine while preparing to use the Tire fill notification function.

 Operation

1. Begin adding air to the under-inflated tire.

2. After several seconds, the hazard indicators will begin flashing to confirm that the Tire fill notification system is monitoring the inflation process.

3. When the designated tire pressure is reached, the horn will beep once and the hazard indicators will stop flashing.

4. Repeat the same procedure for each tire that requires pressure adjustment.

• If a tire is over-inflated by more than approximately 4 psi (30 kPa), the horn will beep and the hazard indicators will flash 3 times. To reduce the pressure, briefly press the valve stem core to release air. When the designated pressure is reached, the horn will beep once to confirm the correct pressure.
• If the hazard indicators do not begin flashing within approximately 15 seconds after tire inflation starts, the TPMS with Tire fill notification is not operating.
• The Mitsubishi Outlander TPMS will not activate the Tire fill notification function under the following conditions:
  • If interference is being caused by an external device or radio transmitter.
  • If the inflation device does not provide sufficient air pressure, including some devices powered through a vehicle power socket.
  • If electrical equipment is operating inside or near the vehicle and interferes with the system.
  • If a malfunction is present in the TPMS.
  • If the horn or hazard indicators are malfunctioning.
• If the TPMS with Tire fill notification does not operate because of radio interference, move the Mitsubishi Outlander approximately 3 ft (1 m) forward or backward and then try the inflation procedure again.

If the TPMS with Tire fill notification is unavailable or does not operate correctly, use a tire pressure gauge to set each tire to the proper pressure.

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