Mitsubishi Outlander: 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 fluid, the transmission could be damaged.
2. The towing hooks (A) are located as shown in the illustrations. Attach the tow rope to the towing hooks.
NOTE
(1) Using any part other than the designated towing hooks (A) could result
in damage to vehicle body.
(2) Use care that the towing rope is kept as horizontal
as possible. An angled towing rope can damage the vehicle body.
(3) Never attempt
to tow out a ditched vehicle because the towing rope cannot be kept horizontal.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position to unlock the steering wheel.
CAUTION
(1) As the engine is not running, the brake booster and power steering
pump do not operate. This means higher brake depression force and higher steering
effort are required. Therefore vehicle operation is more difficult than usual.
(2) Do not leave the key in the “LOCK” position. If the key is removed while driving,
the steering will be locked causing loss of control.
4. Turn on the hazard warning lamps.
5. Move the gearshift lever (manual transmission)
or the selector lever (automatic transmission) to Neutral or the “N” position.
6. During towing make sure that close contact is maintained between the drivers
of both vehicles, and that the vehicles travel at low speed. Avoid abrupt starting
or stopping which might subject the vehicles to shock.
WARNING
Avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration and sharp turning; such operation could cause damage to the towing hooks or the tow rope. People in the vicinity could be injured as a result.
CAUTION
When going down a long slope, the brakes may overheat, reducting effectiveness. Have your vehicle towed on a trailer.
NOTE
(1) Be sure the towing speed is within the legal limit. In addition, if the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, make sure that the towing speed and distance given below are never exceeded.
Towing speed: 50 km/h
Towing distance: 30 km
(2) When the front tow hook is used, be very careful so that the rope does
not cause damage to the body.
(3) To prevent entry of exhaust gas from the towing
vehicle, set the air selection lever to the recirculation position.
(4) Your vehicle
should only be used to tow another vehicle if the weight of the other vehicle is
less than your vehicle.
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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
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
SEE MORE:
Multi-information meter switch
Each time the multi-information meter switch is operated, a sound is emitted
and the multi-information display changes between information such as warnings,
odometer (Type 1), tripmeter, service reminder, engine coolant temperature (Type
1), average and momentary fuel consumption, driving rang
Instruments and controls
LHD
1. Combination headlamps and dipper switch
Turn-signal lever
Front fog lamp switch*
Rear fog lamp switch
Headlamp washer switch*
2. Instruments
3. Shift paddles*
4. Windscreen wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
5. Engine switch*
6. Cruise contr
