Mitsubishi Outlander: Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Caution
► This vehicle must not be towed by a tow truck using sling lift type equipment
(Type A) as illustrated. Using a sling lift will damage the bumper and front end.
► Do not tow 4WD vehicles with the front or rear wheels on the ground (Type B or
Type C) as illustrated. This could result in driving system damage or the vehicle
may jump at the carriage.
If you tow 4WD vehicles, use Type D or E equipment.
► Do not tow 2WD vehicles with CVT with the driving wheels on the ground (Type B)
as illustrated. If the vehicle is towed like this, the automatic transmission (CVT)
fluid may not reach all parts of the transmission, thus damaging it.
If you tow 2WD vehicles with CVT, use Type C, D or E equipment.
► On 2WD vehicles, if the transmission is malfunctioning or damaged, transport the
vehicle with the driving wheels on a carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.
► For 2WD vehicles equipped with the Active stability control (ASC), if the vehicle
is towed with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and only the front wheels
or only the rear wheels raised off the ground, the ASC may operate, resulting in
an accident.
Towing with rear wheels off the ground (Type B)
Place the gearshift lever in the “Neutral” position (M/T).
Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position and secure the steering wheel in a straightahead position with a rope or tie-down strap. Never place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position when towing.
Caution
► Never tow an automatic transmission vehicle with the rear wheels up (and
the front wheels on the ground) when the automatic transmission fluid level is low.
This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.
Towing with front wheels off the ground (Type C)
Release the parking brake.
Place the gearshift lever in the “Neutral” position (M/T) or the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (CVT).
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Emergency towing
If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed by a rope secured to the towing hook.
If your vehicle is to be towed by another vehicle or if your vehicle
If your vehicle is to be towed by another vehicle
1. Take out the towing hook, wheel nut wrench and jack bar. (Refer to “Tools
and jack”.)
2. Cover the tip of the jack bar with a cloth, then use it to remove the cover
(A) that is located on
If your vehicle tows another vehicle
1. Take out the towing hook, wheel nut wrench and jack bar. Refer to “Tools and
jack”.
2. Cover the tip of the jack bar with a cloth, then use it to remove the cover
(D) that is located on th
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To reduce the set speed
There are 2 ways to reduce the set speed.
Auto–speed control lever
Pull down and hold the auto–speed control lever until you reach the lower speed
you want. Release the lever when the desired speed is reached.
To slow down in small amounts, just pull down the auto–speed control lever fo
Towing with a rope
1. For vehicles with automatic transmission check the automatic transmission
fluid level. (Refer to “Automatic transmission fluid” on page 9–4.) If the fluid
level is low, transport the vehicle with all wheels off the ground.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is out of automatic transmission flui
