Mitsubishi Outlander: Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
CAUTION
(1) This vehicle cannot be towed by a tow truck using Type A equipment
to prevent the bumper from deformation. If this vehicle is towed, use Type B, Type
C, Type D or Type E equipment.
(2) In case the vehicle with automatic transmission
must be towed farther than 30 km, transport the vehicle with all wheels off the
ground (Type B or C) or with front wheels off the ground (Type D).
(3) If the
transmission is not operating, transport the vehicle with all wheels off the ground
(Type B or C).
Towing with front wheels off the ground (Type D)
Release the parking brake. Place the gearshift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type E)
Place the gearshift lever (manual transmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission) in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
Turn the ignition key to the “ACC” position and secure the steering wheel in a straightahead position with a rope, etc.
Never place the ignition key in the “LOCK” position. It is dangerous as the steering wheel may lock.
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Engine overheating
If the water temperature gauge indication remains in the overheating zone for
a long time, the engine may be overheating. If this occurs, take the following corrective
measures :
1. Stop the vehi
Emergency starting
If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or dead, the battery
from another vehicle can be used with jumper cables to start the engine.
WARNING
To start the engine by use of jump
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel-powered vehicles only)
The fuel system should be bled to remove air as described below if the fuel supply
is exhausted during travel.
1. Undo the four clips on the air cleaner and push the cover (B) aside.
2. Press
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Instruments and Controls (Driver’s area)
1. Shift paddles
2. Wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
3. Cruise control switches
4. Ignition switch
5. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver’s seat)
Horn switch
6. Steering wheel height adjustment lever
7. Supplemental restraint system - driver
Rear fog lamp switch
The rear fog lamp can be operated when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so
equipped) turn on.
An indication lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the rear fog lamp
is turned on.
[Vehicle without front fog lamps]
Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction to
turn on the rear fo
