Mitsubishi Outlander: Uphill/downhill driving
DRIVING UPHILL
The Twin Clutch SST may not upshift to a higher shift position if the computer determines the current speed cannot be maintained once a higher shift position is engaged.
For smoother vehicle performance, if you release the throttle while climbing a steep grade, the Twin Clutch SST may not upshift. This is normal, as the computer is temporarily preventing shifting. After reaching the top of the hill, normal shift function will resume.
Caution
► Do not use the tendency of the vehicle to creep forward in order to drive
at low speeds up hills.
The transmission may be damaged and an accident may occur due to the following conditions.
• The Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature will rise and can cause transmission damage.
• If the vehicle is continuously driven at low speeds using the tendency of the
vehicle to creep forward, the vehicle will vibrate or the
warning display
will appear on the information screen in the multi-information display to alert
the driver that the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature has risen.
After that, if the Twin Clutch SST fluid temperature rises even higher, the transmission
protection control will operate.
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly reverse as if the gearshift lever was in
the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and cause an accident.
If the warning display appears or the transmission protection control operates,
refer to “When warning display is showing”.
DRIVING DOWNHILL
When travelling down steep grades, the computer may automatically select a lower shift position.
This function assists engine braking efforts, reducing the need for using the service brakes.
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Waiting
For short waiting periods, such as at traffic signals, the gearshift lever can
be left in position and the vehicle held stationary with the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the engine
Parking
To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully engage the parking
brake, and then move the gearshift lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
If you are going to leave the vehicle unatt
What to do if the following occur with the Twin Clutch SST
If there is a malfunction in the Twin Clutch SST or engine electronic control
module, the following may occur.
► Twin Clutch SST does not shift.
► Vehicle cannot move.
► Twin Cl
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Electronically controlled 4WDsystem
The electronically controlled 4WD system is a 4- wheel drive system that allows
one of three drive modes to be selected with a dial, in accordance with the driving
conditions.
The following drive modes are available.
4-wheel drive operation requires special driving skills.
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SRS servicing
WARNING
• We recommend any maintenance performed on or near the components of the
SRS to be performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Improper work on the SRS components or wiring could result in inadvertent deployment
of the airbags, or could render the SRS inoperative; ei
