Mitsubishi MOTORS OUTLANDER PHEV User manual

OUTLANDER PHEV
OWNER’S MANUAL
OUTLANDER PHEV - ENGLISH - OGGE14E5
OUTLANDER PHEV - ENGLISH - OGGE14E5

Foreword
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Thank you for selecting an OUTLANDER PHEV as your new vehicle.
This owner’s manual will add to your understanding and full enjoyment of
the many fine features of this vehicle.
It contains information prepared to acquaint you with the proper way to oper-
ate and maintain your vehicle for the utmost in driving pleasure.
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications and/or to make additions to or improvements in
this product without obligation to install them on products previously manu-
factured.
It is an absolute requirement for the driver to strictly observe all laws and
regulations concerning vehicles.
This owner’s manual has been written in compliance with such laws and reg-
ulations, but some of the contents may become contradictory with later
amendment of the laws and regulations.
Please leave this owner’s manual in this vehicle at time of resale. The next
owner will appreciate having access to the information contained in this
owner’s manual.
Repairs to your vehicle:
Vehicles in the warranty period:
All warranty repairs must be carried out by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
Vehicles outside the warranty period:
Where the vehicle is repaired is at the discretion of the owner.
Throughout this owner’s manual the words WARNING and CAUTION
appear.
These serve as reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow instruc-
tions could result in personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
WARNING
indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if in-
structions are not followed.
CAUTION
means hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor personal in-
jury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE: gives helpful information.
*: indicates optional equipment.
It may differ according to the sales classification; refer
to the sales catalogue.
Abbreviations used in this owner’s manual:
LHD: Left-Hand Drive
RHD: Right-Hand Drive
Information for station service
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Fuel
Fuel tank capacity 45 litres
Fuel requirements Unleaded petrol octane number (EN228)
95 RON or higher
Engine oil Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the selection of engine oil.
Tyre inflation pressure Refer to the “Maintenance” section for the tyre inflation pressure.
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Table of contents
Overview 1
General information 2
Charging 3
Locking and unlocking 4
Seats and seat belts 5
Instruments and controls 6
Starting and driving 7
For pleasant driving 8
For emergencies 9
Vehicle care 10
Maintenance 11
Specifications 12
Alphabetical index 13
Declaration of Conformity 14
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Instruments and controls
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LHD
1. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 6-45
Turn-signal lever p. 6-50
Front fog lamp switch* p. 6-52
Rear fog lamp switch* p. 6-52
Headlamp washer switch* p. 6-58
2. Instruments p. 6-02
3. Power switch* p. 7-08
4. Regenerative braking level selector (paddle) p. 7-15
5. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 6-53
Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 6-57
6. Cruise control switch* p. 7-34
7. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 5-26,
5-29
Horn switch p. 6-60
8. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - front knee airbag (for driv-
er’s seat)* p. 5-30
9. Steering wheel audio remote control switches* p. 8-26
10. Steering wheel height and reach adjustment lever p. 7-05
11. Driver’s side electric tailgate switch* p. 4-20
12. Lane depature warning (LDW) switch* p. 7-61
13. Forward collision mitigation system (FCM) ON/OFF switch*
p. 7-59
14. Sonar switch* p. 7-71
15. Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) OFF switch p. 7-24
16. Headlamp levelling switch* p. 6-49
17. Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch* p. 7-32
18. Multi information display switch* p. 6-04
Instruments and controls
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RHD
1. Regenerative braking level selector (paddle) p. 7-15
2. Power switch p. 7-08
3. Instruments p. 6-02
4. Headlamp levelling switch* p. 6-49
5. Active stability control (ASC) OFF switch* p. 7-32
6. Multi information display switch* p. 6-04
7. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch* p. 7-61
8. Sonar switch* p. 7-71
9. Driver’s side electric tailgate switch* p. 4-20
10. Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) OFF switch p. 7-24
11. Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM) ON/OFF switch*
p. 7-59
12. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 6-45
Turn-signal lever p. 6-50
Front fog lamp switch* p. 6-52
Rear fog lamp switch* p. 6-52
Headlamp washer switch* p. 6-58
13. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - front knee airbag (for driv-
er’s seat)* p. 5-30
14. Cruise control switch* p. 7-34
15. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver’s seat) p. 5-26,
5-29
Horn switch p. 6-60
16. Steering wheel height and reach adjustment lever p. 7-05
17. Steering wheel audio remote control switches* p. 8-26
18. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 6-53
Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 6-57
Instruments and controls
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LHD
1. Air conditioner p. 8-04
2. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-
ger’s seat) p. 5-26
3. Passenger’s ventilators p. 8-02
4. Glove box p. 8-74
Card holder p. 8-74
5. Fuse box p. 11-16
6. Key slot* p. 7-12
7. Accessory socket* p. 8-71
Cigarette lighter* p. 8-70
8. Electric tailgate power switch* p. 4-20
9. Cup holder p. 8-75
10. Parking brake lever p. 7-03
11. Selector Lever (Joystick Type) p. 7-12
12. 4WD lock switch p. 7-18
13. Heated seat switch* p. 5-04
14. Floor console box p. 8-74
Armrest p. 5-03
Accessory socket p. 8-71
USB input terminal p. 8-66
15. Fuel tank filler door release lever p. 2-12
16. Bonnet release lever p. 11-04
17. Rear window demister switch p. 6-59
Wiper de-icer switch* p. 6-58
18. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 6-50
19. LW/MW/FM radio/CD player* p. 8-14
MITSUBISHI Multi Communication System (MMCS)*
[For DISPLAY AUDIO and MMCS, refer to the separate owner’s
manuals.]
Digital clock*
Instruments and controls
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RHD
1. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 6-50
2. Air conditioner p. 8-04
3. Rear window demister switch p. 6-59
Wiper de-icer switch* p. 6-58
4. Bonnet release lever p. 11-04
5. Key slot* p. 7-12
6. Fuel tank filler door release lever p. 2-12
7. Floor console box p. 8-74
Armrest p. 5-03
Accessory socket p. 8-71
USB input terminal p. 8-66
8. Heated seat switch* p. 5-04
9. 4WD lock switch p. 7-18
10. Parking brake lever p. 7-03
11. Selector Lever (Joystick Type) p. 7-12
12. Cup holder p. 8-75
13. Electric tailgate power switch* p. 4-20
14. Accessory socket* p. 8-71
Cigarette lighter* p. 8-70
15. Fuse box p. 11-16
16. Glove box p. 8-74
Card holder p. 8-74
17. Passenger’s ventilators p. 8-02
18. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-
ger’s seat) p. 5-26
19. LW/MW/FM radio/CD player* p. 8-14
MITSUBISHI Multi Communication System (MMCS)*
[For DISPLAY AUDIO and MMCS, refer to the separate owner’s
manuals.]
Digital clock*
Instruments and controls
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Interior
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LHD
1. Electric window control switch p. 4-34
2. Lock switch p. 4-34
3. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch
p. 7-06
4. Central door lock switch p. 4-16
5. Sunroof switch* p. 4-35
Map & room lamps (front) p. 8-72, 8-73
Downlight p. 8-72
Hands-free microphone p. 8-48
6. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-
ger’s seat) p. 5-26
7. Battery save switch p. 7-21
8. Front seat p. 5-03
Heated seats* p. 5-04
9. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - side airbag (for front seat)*
p. 5-32
10. Tether anchorages for child restraint system p. 5-23
11. Floor console box p. 8-74
Armrest p. 5-05
Accessory socket p. 8-71
USB input terminal p. 8-66
12. Rear seats p. 5-05
13. Auxiliary battery p. 11-09
14. Armrest p. 5-05
Cup holder p. 8-75
15. Room lamp (rear) p. 8-72
16. Head restraints p. 5-05
17. Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag* p. 5-33
18. Battery charge switch p. 7-22
Interior
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RHD
1. Battery charge switch p. 7-22
2. Floor console box p. 8-74
Armrest p. 5-05
Accessory socket p. 8-71
USB input terminal p. 8-66
3. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch
p. 7-06
4. Lock switch p. 4-34
5. Central door lock switch p. 4-16
6. Electric window control switch p. 4-34
7. Head restraints p. 5-05
8. Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag* p. 5-33
9. Room lamp (rear) p. 8-72
10. Armrest* p. 5-05
Cupholder* p. 8-75
11. Auxiliary battery p. 11-09
12. Rear seats p. 5-05
13. Tether anchorages for child restraint system p. 5-23
14. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - side airbag (for front seat)*
p. 5-32
15. Battery charge switch p. 7-22
16. Front seat p. 5-03
Heated seats* p. 5-04
17. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag (for front passen-
ger’s seat) p. 5-26
18. Sunroof switch* p. 4-35
Map & room lamps (front) p. 8-72, 8-73
Downlight p. 8-72
Hands-free microphone p. 8-48
Interior
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LHD
1. Bottle holder p. 8-76
2. Inside rear-view mirror p. 7-05
3. Map & room lamps (front) p. 8-72, 11-24
4. Downlight p. 8-72
5. Sunroof switch* p. 4-35
6. Hands-free microphone* p. 8-48
7. Sun visors p. 8-69
Vanity mirror p. 8-69
Card holder p. 8-69
8. Electrical Parking switch p. 7-14
9. Heated seats switch* p. 5-04
10. Cargo area cover p. 8-76
11. Luggage room lamp p. 8-73
12. Assist grips p. 8-78
Coat hook p. 8-78
13. Adjustable seat belt anchor p. 5-12
Seat belts p. 5-09
Interior
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RHD
1. Bottle holder p. 8-76
2. Adjustable seat belt anchor p. 5-12
Seat belts p. 5-09
3. Assist grips p. 8-78
Coat hook p. 8-78
4. Luggage room lamp p. 8-73
5. Cargo area cover p. 8-76
6. Heated seats switch* p. 5-04
7. Electrical Parking switch p. 7-14
8. Sun visors p. 8-69
Vanity mirror p. 8-69
Card holder p. 8-69
9. Sunroof switch* p. 4-35
10. Hands-free microphone* p. 8-48
11. Map & room lamps (front) p. 8-72, 11-24
12. Downlight p. 8-72
13. Inside rear-view mirror p. 7-05
Interior
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Luggage area
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1. Tether anchorages for child restraint system p. 5-23
2. Tools p. 9-06
3. Luggage hook p. 8-78
4. Jack p. 9-06
5. Luggage floor box p. 8-75
6. Tyre repair kit p. 9-07
Luggage area
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Outside (Front)
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Except for high intensity discharge headlamp type High intensity discharge headlamps type
1. Bonnet p. 11-04
2. Windscreen wipers p. 6-53
3. Sunroof* p. 4-35
4. Electric window control p. 4-33
5. Fuel tank filler p. 2-12
6. Side turn-signal lamps* p. 6-50, 11-23, 11-27
7. Front fog lamps* p. 6-52, 11-23, 11-27
Daytime running lamps* p. 11-27
8. Front turn-signal lamps p. 6-50, 11-23, 11-27
9. Headlamps, low beam p. 6-47, 11-23, 11-24
10. Position lamps p. 6-45, 11-23, 11-26
11. Headlamps, high-beam p. 6-47, 11-23, 11-25
12. Front turn-signal lamps p. 6-50, 11-23, 11-27
13. Headlamps, low beam p. 6-47, 11-23, 11-24
14. Position lamps p. 6-45, 11-23, 11-26
15. Headlamps, high-beam p. 6-47, 11-23, 11-25
Outside (Front)
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Outside (Rear)
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1. Antenna p. 8-47
2. Tailgate p. 4-18
Electric tailgate p. 4-20
3. Keyless entry system* p. 4-03
Keyless operation system* p. 4-06
Locking and unlocking the doors p. 4-14
4. Charging lid p. 3-12
Charging port courtesy lamp p. 3-12
5. Changing tyres p. 9-13
Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) p. 7-64
Tyre inflation pressures p. 11-10
Tyre rotation p. 11-11
Tyre chains p. 11-13
Size of tyres and wheels p. 12-08
6. Turn-signal lamps p. 6-50, 11-23, 11-28
7. Stop lamps/Tail lamps p. 11-23, 11-28
8. Rear fog lamp (driver’s side) p. 11-28
Reversing lamps (passenger’s side) p. 11-23
9. Licence plate lamps p. 11-23, 11-29
10. Rear-view camera* p. 7-72
11. Rear window wiper p. 6-57
12. High-mounted stop lamp p. 11-23
Outside (Rear)
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Plug-in Hybrid EV System................................................................. 2-02
Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat................................... 2-09
Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold................................... 2-09
Fuel selection...................................................................................... 2-12
Filling the fuel tank.............................................................................2-12
Installation of accessories................................................................... 2-14
Modification/alterations to the electrical or fuel systems................... 2-14
Genuine parts...................................................................................... 2-15
Safety and disposal information for used engine oil...........................2-15
Disposal information for used batteries.............................................. 2-15
General information
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Plug-in Hybrid EV System
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Main features
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It is operated as an electric vehicle in the EV
drive mode using the electrical power stored
in the drive battery,*1 according to the re-
maining amount of the drive battery. It is also
automatic control*2 for driving in series hy-
brid mode or parallel hybrid mode using en-
gine power from EV drive mode according to
the driving condition or if the charging level
of the drive battery is decreased.
lWith the high performance motor, noise
and vibration during driving are greatly
limited and powerful acceleration can al-
so be obtained.
lWith the regenerative brake, the drive
battery is automatically charged when
the accelerator is released.
*1 If there is a remaining amount in the drive
battery, it is actively driven in the EV
drive mode. The cruising range varies de-
pending on the remaining charge in the
drive battery, vehicle speed, and air condi-
tioner operating conditions.
*2 You can adjust the timing to switch to the
EV drive mode by using the battery save
switch. Refer to “Battery save switch” on
page 7-21.
lThe vehicle can be charged from EV
charge power outlets (rated AC
220-240 V).
lQuick charging using CHAdeMO quick
charger (if so equipped) is available.
CHAdeMO is a quick charging standard
for electric vehicles that is promoted by
Japan for adoption as an international
standard.
EV drive mode
lThe vehicle is driven by the motors us-
ing only electrical power stored in the
drive battery. However, EV drive mode
is cancelled depending on the drive bat-
tery level, vehicle speed, and air condi-
tioner operating conditions. Pay atten-
tion to the following points:
• Check the EV cruising range in the in-
formation screen. Refer to “EV cruis-
ing range display/Total cruising range
display” on page 6-14.
• Drive your vehicle at moderate speeds
avoiding quick acceleration/decelera-
tion. Repeated quick acceleration/
deceleration causes the drive battery
level to decrease quickly, which ex-
tremely reduces the EV cruising
range.
Series hybrid mode
lThe vehicle is driven by the motors us-
ing only the electricity generated by the
engine. This mode is used when the
drive battery level is low, at quick accel-
eration, or when power is required like
climbing uphill.
Parallel hybrid mode
lThe vehicle is driven by the power of the
engine, assisted by motors. This mode is
used during high-speed driving with bet-
ter engine efficiency.
The roles of the motors and en-
gine in each drive mode
Motor Engine
Driving
condi-
tions
EV Drive
Mode ON OFF
Driving
on streets
and com-
muting
Series
Hybrid
Mode
ON Generates
electricity
Powerful
accelera-
tion up-
hill such
as moun-
tain road
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Motor Engine
Driving
condi-
tions
Parallel
Hybrid
Mode
ON
Drivers
front
wheels
and gen-
erates
electricity
High-
speed
driving
Regenerative braking
Motion energy is converted into electric ener-
gy using the motor as a power generator.
Then a braking force generates and converted
electric energy will be charged to the drive
battery.
lIf you lift your foot off the accelerator
pedal during driving, a braking force that
is equivalent to engine braking of a com-
bustion engine vehicle will be generated.
Also, if you shift the select position into
“B” (BRAKE) from “D” (DRIVE), ef-
fectiveness of the regenerative braking is
getting stronger. Shift the selector lever
into “B” (BRAKE) position according to
the driving condition.
lRegenerative brake force increases with
the foot brake force when the brake ped-
al is depressed.
lIf a problem occurs in the Plug-in hybrid
EV system, or if the ABS and/or the
ASC have been activated, the regenera-
tive braking will be restricted. The foot
brake will still operate.
Operation of gasoline engine
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lEven when the vehicle is driving in EV
drive mode, it may be automatically
changed to series hybrid mode or paral-
lel hybrid mode in the following cases:
• The plug-in hybrid EV system is too
hot or too cold.
• Quick acceleration is applied.
• The air conditioner is operating.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed
hard on an uphill road or expressway.
• In cold weather
• The vehicle has not been refueled for
a long time.
• The drive battery level is low.
In addition to the above, there are more
cases where EV drive mode is automati-
cally changed to series or parallel hybrid
mode.
lEven while the vehicle is stopped, the
engine may automatically be started in
the following cases:
• The drive battery level is low.
• The plug-in hybrid EV system is too
hot or too cold.
• The air conditioner is used.
• The vehicle has not been used for a
long time.
• The engine has not been operated for a
long time.
Refueling (gasoline)
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lIf the warning display appears, refuel as
soon as possible.
If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the engine
will not start even in a situation need to
be generated electricity, the following
conditions will occur.
• The driving performance falls (since
only the electrical power stored in the
drive battery can be used for the driv-
ing).
• The heating performance cannot be
available (except vehicles with elec-
tric heater).
• The effectiveness of the heater is in-
sufficient (vehicles with electric heat-
er).
• The catalytic converter may be dam-
aged due to excessive high tempera-
ture.
Refer to “Filling the fuel tank” on page
2-12.
Refer to “Fuel remaining display screen” on
page 6-10.
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CAUTION
lDepending on the operating conditions of
your vehicle, the fuel in the fuel tank may
not be used for a long time and stay in the
tank, resulting in deterioration of the fuel
quality. As this may affect the engine and
fuel system parts, observe the following in-
structions:
•Run the engine by pressing the battery
charge switch at least once in 3 months.
Refer to “Battery charge switch” on page
7-22.
•Refuel 20 litres or more of fuel every 6
months (to make the total refueling
amount in 6 months be 20 litres or more).
lIf refueling of the above amount is not possi-
ble due to a high fuel level because the vehi-
cle has not been used for a long time or for
some other reason, consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Drive battery
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WARNING
lA sealed lithium ion high voltage battery
is adopted for Outlander PHEV. If the
drive battery is disposed of improperly,
there is a risk of severe burns and electri-
cal shock that may result in serious injury
or death and there is also a risk of envi-
ronmental damage.
WARNING
lNever attempt to use the drive battery for
any other purpose.
lIt is the battery to operate the motor and
the air conditioning.
In addition to the drive battery, Outland-
er PHEV has the auxiliary battery to op-
erate lamps, wipers, etc.
lCompact, light-weight lithium ion bat-
tery with high energy density is used for
the drive battery.
lThe drive battery has the following char-
acteristics.
Please read this carefully paying atten-
tion to the following:
Characteristics
lThe same as ordinary lithium-ion batter-
ies, the battery capacity of the drive bat-
tery gradually reduces with time, result-
ing in reduced cruising range. Depend-
ing on the usage conditions, such as fre-
quent quick acceleration/deceleration,
repeated frequent use of the quick charg-
er, extremely hot weather, storing the
vehicle in high ambient temperatures,
etc., the rate of battery capacity drop will
increase.
lThe performance may be changed due to
the outside temperature.
At low temperature, in particular, the EV
cruising range is short and the charging
time is long, compared to operation at
normal temperature.
lThe battery is gradually discharged with-
out use and the battery charge is low-
ered.
lIt is not necessary to consume the bat-
tery completely before charging.
Precautions for operation
lIf your vehicle is not used for a long
time, check the drive battery level dis-
play every 3 months.
If the drive battery level display shows
0, charge the battery until some indica-
tion appears. Alternately, put the opera-
tion mode of the power switch in “ON”
to start the engine automatically, wait for
the engine to stop automatically, then
put the operation mode of the power
switch in “OFF”.
lMITSUBISHI MOTORS collects drive
batteries. If you scrap your vehicle,
please consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
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EV cruising range
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lEven if the charge level is the same, the
EV cruising range may vary depending
on driving conditions. Since driving at
high speed or climbing on a hill requires
higher consumption of the drive battery
than usual, the EV cruising range is
shortened.
lSince the air conditioning (cooling or
heating) consumes power of the drive
battery, its operation results in a shorter
EV cruising range. Maintain an appro-
priate temperature.
lPut the selector lever to “B” (BRAKE)
position according to the road condition.
To charge the drive battery with appro-
priate use of the regenerative brake, it
can be increased the EV cruising range.
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem (AVAS)
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The Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
(AVAS) is a device that uses sound to alert
pedestrians of the presence of the vehicle.
The system operates when the vehicle speed
is about 35 km/h (22 mph) or less and the en-
gine is not running.
Refer to “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
(AVAS)” on page 7-23.
WARNING
lEven if the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem (AVAS) sounds, pay special attention
to pedestrians.
Pedestrians may not notice the oncoming
vehicle, which may cause an accident re-
sulting in serious personal injury or
death.
Operating sound under charg-
ing or remote climate control
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Even if the operation mode of the power
switch is OFF, you may hear the operating
sound such as cooling fan for cooling the
drive battery during charging, the air condi-
tioning compressor and for remote climate
control (if so equipped).
But this is not a malfunction.
Refer to “Remote Climate Control” on page
3-23.
In case of a collision
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A crash or impact significant enough to re-
quire an emergency response for convention-
al vehicles would also require the same re-
sponse for Outlander PHEV.
Also follow the instructions described below
to avoid severe burns and electrical shock
that may result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
lIf your vehicle is drivable, pull your vehi-
cle off the road to a safe, nearby location
and remain on the scene.
Also, if possible, do the following opera-
tions and stay out of the way of any on-
coming traffic while awaiting the arrival
of emergency responders.
•Apply chocks to the wheels.
•Put the select position in “P” (PARK)
position.
•Apply the parking brake.
•Open the windows, doors and tailgate.
•Put the operation mode in OFF.
•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
•Move the key away from the vehicle to
prevent unintended start-up of the sys-
tem by inadvertent contact with a
switch or impact from the crash.
lNever touch high-voltage wiring, connec-
tors, and other high-voltage parts, such as
the inverter unit and drive battery. An
electric shock may occur if exposed elec-
tric wires are visible when viewed from
inside or outside of your vehicle. For their
locations, see “High-voltage components”
on page 3-12.
lIf the vehicle receives a strong impact to
the floor while driving, stop the vehicle in
a safe place and check the floor.
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WARNING
lNever start the plug-in hybrid EV system
if you have found liquid leaking (except
water of the air conditioner) while check-
ing the outside of the vehicle. The fuel sys-
tem might have been damaged and might
be causing fire or explosion.
In such case, immediately contact your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point.
lLeaks or damage to the drive battery may
result in a fire. If you discover them, con-
tact emergency services immediately.
Since the fluid leak may be lithium man-
ganite from the Lithium-ion battery, nev-
er touch any fluid leaking from the inside
or outside of the vehicle. If the fluid con-
tacts your skin or eyes, wash it off imme-
diately with a large amount of water and
receive immediate medical attention to
help avoid serious injury.
lIf you are unable to safely assess the vehi-
cle due to vehicle damage, do not touch
the vehicle. Leave the vehicle and contact
emergency services. Advise emergency
responders that this is a Plug-in Hybrid
vehicle.
WARNING
lIf a fire occurs in this vehicle, leave the
vehicle as soon as possible and contact
emergency services. Do not attempt to ex-
tinguish a fire by yourself. If the fire in-
volves a lithium-ion battery, it will re-
quire large, sustained volumes of water
for extinguishment. Using a small amount
of water or the incorrect fire extinguisher
can result in serious injury or death from
electrical shock.
lWhen you leave the vehicle, if possible,
open the windows, doors and tailgate to
prevent accumulation of poisonous/
combustible gasses. This will also assist in
the rescue and fire fighting process.
lAs with any vehicle fire, the byproducts of
combustion can be toxic. Do not inhale
smoke, vapors, or gas from the vehicle.
Move to a safe distance upwind and uphill
from the vehicle fire and out of the way of
any oncoming traffic while awaiting the
arrival of emergency responders.
lIf you detect leaking fluids, sparks,
smoke, flames, gurgling, popping or hiss-
ing noises originating from the high volt-
age battery compartment, contact emer-
gency services immediately. This may re-
sult in a fire.
lPhysical damage to the vehicle or high
voltage battery may result in immediate
or delayed release of toxic and/or flamma-
ble gases and fire.
WARNING
lIf your vehicle needs to be towed, trans-
port the vehicle on a flatbed truck or tow
the vehicle with all wheels off the ground.
If any of the wheels are on the ground
when towing, this may cause damage to
the electric motors. This may also cause a
fire, if wiring in the electric motor unit
room becomes damaged. Refer to “Tow-
ing” on page 9-18.
lDo not attempt to repair a damaged Plu-
gin Hybrid vehicle by yourself. Please
contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point for service.
lIn the event of an accident that requires
body repair and painting, the vehicle
should be delivered to a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point to
have the drive battery and high voltage
parts such as the inverter, including the
attached wiring harness, removed prior to
painting. If exposed to heat in the paint
booth, the drive battery will experience
battery capacity loss.
A damaged drive battery can also pose
safety risks to untrained mechanics and
repair personnel.
NOTE
lThe emergency shut-off system will be acti-
vated and the high-voltage system will auto-
matically turn off under the following condi-
tions:
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