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EV switch

If the EV switch is pressed, you can drive the

vehicle by using only the EV drive mode as

much as possible, even if the accelerator ped-

al is roughly depressed.

To cancel the EV priority mode, press the EV

switch again.

When the operation mode of the power

switch is put in OFF, the EV priority mode

will be cancelled.

When switching to the EV priority mode, on

the information screen in the multi informa-

tion display, a screen showing the EV priority

mode is displayed. The EV priority mode in-

dication on the upper left of the screen also

indicates the engine operating state. When

the engine is not running, it is displayed in

blue, and when the engine is running, it is

displayed in gray.

CAUTION

Do not tow 4-wheel drive vehicles with the

front or rear wheels on the ground (Type A

or Type B) as illustrated. This could result in

damage to the drivetrain, or unstable towing.

If you tow 4-wheel drive vehicles, use Type

C or Type D equipment.

Jacking up a 4-wheel drive ve-

hicle

WARNING

Do not turn on the Plug-in Hybrid EV

System or turn a jacked-up wheel when

the vehicle is jacked up. The tyre in con-

tact with the ground may turn and the ve-

hicle may come off the jack, possibly lead-

ing to an accident. Besides, do not touch

the high-voltage area.

EV switch

To drive the vehicle without starting the en-

gine as much as possible, the EV priority

mode can be used.

This mode helps to drive the vehicle at a

place needed for concern of noises and ex-

haust gas emissions, such as residential areas

etc.

To switch to the EV priority mode, press the

EV switch with operation mode of the power

switch in ON.

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EV switch

1: Engine is not running (blue)

2: Engine is running (gray)

NOTE

When the drive battery temperature is too

cold.

If you select warm air with the air condition-

er switch during driving in the EV priority

mode, the message will appear in the multi

information display. (except for vehicles

with electric heater)

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NOTE

While driving the vehicle in the EV priority

mode, if the engine automatically starts

while the vehicle is accelerating, the vehicle

may accelerate more quickly.

In the following conditions, the EV priority

mode cannot be used even if the EV switch

is pressed, a buzzer will sound and the mes-

sage will appear in the multi information

display.

When using the EV priority mode is limi-

ted to protect the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys-

tem.

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In any of the situations listed below, the EV

priority mode will be automatically cancel-

led and the message will appear in the multi

information display.

When the remaining power in the drive

battery is low.

Charge the drive battery.

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When the remaining power in the drive

battery becomes low.

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Charge the drive battery.

While the following message is displayed in

the multi information display, the EV priori-

ty mode cannot be used even if the EV

switch is pressed, a buzzer will sound.

When the cruise control or the adaptive

cruise control system (ACC) is operating.

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If you want to use the EV priority mode,

cancel the cruise control or the ACC.

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SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

NOTE

When the vehicle speed of the cruise con-

trol or the ACC is set.

If the EV switch is pressed during the heat-

ing of the air conditioner, the message will

appear in the multi information display. (ex-

cept for vehicles with electric heater)

If the ambient temperature is low, the engine

may start for heating when the Plug-in Hy-

brid EV system is started with air condition-

er performed.

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If you want to stop the engine running, se-

lect the EV priority mode with the operation

mode of the power switch in ON before

starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system.

In the EV priority mode, the accelerator ped-

al response may be negative even if the ac-

celerator pedal is depressed or released.

The motor output in the EV priority mode

may decrease due to the deteriorated drive

battery or the ambient temperature falls. In

such a case, start the engine by cancelling

the EV priority mode to secure the motor

output.

If you want to use the EV priority mode,

cancel the cruise control or the ACC.

When the drive battery temperature be-

comes too cold.

When the SAVE/CHARGE mode switch or

the SPORT mode switch is pressed while

driving in the EV priority mode, the mode

changes to the selected mode.

If the EV switch is pressed, the mode is re-

turned to the EV priority mode.

However, the mode may not return to the EV

priority mode depending on the remaining

power in the drive battery.

In any of the situations listed below, the EV

priority mode continues even if the engine is

automatically started.

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SAVE/CHARGE mode

switch

When the protecting device of the Plug-in

Hybrid EV System is operated.

If you press the switch with the operation

mode of the power switch in ON, you can

change the drive battery mode in the order of

SAVE, CHARGE, OFF, SAVE.

When the accelerator pedal is fully de-

pressed.

When the vehicle speed is over 130 km/h

(80 mph).

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When the demister switch is pressed.

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SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

When the battery save mode is activated, the

engine will start in order to preserve the re-

maining power of the drive battery and the

vehicle will operate in the series hybrid mode

or the parallel hybrid mode depending on the

remaining power in the drive battery.

NOTE

the message will appear in the multi-infor-

mation display.

When the engine coolant temperature is

high.

•

When the remaining fuel quantity is low.

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To cancel the battery save mode, press the

SAVE/CHARGE mode switch twice.

When the operation mode of the power

switch is put in OFF, the battery save mode

will be cancelled.

If the battery save mode is activated, the fol-

lowing image is displayed on the information

screen in the multi-information display.

In any of the situations listed below, the bat-

tery save mode will be automatically cancel-

led and the message will appear in the multi-

information display.

When the engine coolant temperature be-

comes high.

•

When the remaining fuel quantity be-

comes low.

•

NOTE

Battery save mode

The engine may stop when the vehicle stops

or is running.

Even if the battery save mode is selected, the

engine may not start depending on the con-

dition of the remaining drive battery capaci-

ty or the Plug-in Hybrid EV system control.

In the following conditions, the battery save

mode cannot be used even if the battery save

mode is selected, a buzzer will sound and

To save the remaining power in the drive bat-

tery while driving, the battery save mode can

be used. This mode helps preserve the electri-

cal power in the drive battery for later use,

such as in a residential area, or to use at your

destination. The battery save mode can also

be used to reduce electric power consumption

from the drive battery during high-speed

driving.

When one of the following switches is press-

ed while driving in the battery save mode,

the mode changes to the selected mode.

SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

EV switch

SPORT mode switch

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SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

NOTE

WARNING

NOTE

Refer to “Battery charge mode” on page

7-29, “EV switch” on page 7-25 or

“SPORT mode switch” on page 7-30.

If the SAVE/CHARGE mode switch is

pressed once, the mode is returned to the

battery save mode.

When you leave the vehicle, be sure to

stopped the Plug-in Hybrid EV System.

Refer to “Parking” on page 7-06

Only use the battery charge mode in a

well ventilated space.

The engine will start when the vehicle is in

the battery charge mode, and this can

cause carbon monoxide to build up caus-

ing carbon monoxide poisoning. Be sure

to use at the well-ventilated place.

Do not use the battery charge mode near

flammable objects such as dried grass or

paper etc. There is a possibility of starting

a fire due to the high exhaust pipe temper-

ature.

sound and the message will appear in the

multi-information display.

When the engine coolant temperature is

high.

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When the remaining fuel quantity is low.

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Battery charge mode

To charge the drive battery while driving, the

battery charge mode can be used. It is recom-

mended to use this mode before driving up

long hills or mountain roads.

When the battery charge mode is activated,

the engine will start to charge the drive bat-

tery to nearly full.

To cancel the battery charge mode, press the

SAVE/CHARGE mode switch once.

When the operation mode of the power

switch is put in OFF, the battery charge mode

will be cancelled.

In any of the situations listed below, the bat-

tery charge mode will be automatically can-

celled and the message will appear in the

multi-information display.

When the engine coolant temperature be-

comes high.

•

CAUTION

When the remaining fuel quantity be-

comes low.

•

While the battery charge mode is activated,

do not cover the front of the vehicle with

anything including a car cover. Doing so

could cause the engine to overheat.

If the battery charge mode is activated, the

following image is displayed on the informa-

tion screen in the multi-information display.

NOTE

Even if the battery charge mode is selected,

the engine may not start depending on the

condition of the remaining drive battery ca-

pacity or the Plug-in Hybrid EV system con-

trol.

In the following conditions, the battery

charge mode cannot be used even if the bat-

tery charge mode is selected, a buzzer will

It is recommended to use the battery charge

mode at least 20 minutes before you climb,

in order to continue a speed of more than

100 km/h (62 mph), or when a long slope

(gradient of more than 4 %) is expected.

(According to a towing weight, it may not be

able to continue the speed.)

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SPORT mode switch

NOTE

SPORT mode switch

When using the battery charge mode with a

vehicle that has stopped in the heath a long

time, it may not charge.

The SPORT mode switch is used when doing

powerful sporty driving on mountain roads

and uphill slopes.

Quick acceleration in response to the opera-

tion of the accelerator pedal and quick decel-

eration by strong regenerative braking force

are possible.

The SPORT mode can be used when the

SPORT mode switch is pressed while the

READY indicator light is on.

To cancel, press the switch again or turn off

the power mode.

The charging time close to full charge of the

drive battery becomes longer depending on

the condition of the drive battery, a driving

condition or a environment.

WARNING

The engine may stop near full charge.

If a large regenerative braking force is ap-

plied, the stop lamps will be automatically

illuminated.

If you use the battery charge mode, in order

to generate electricity using gasoline, the

fuel consumption will suffer.

We recommend you to consider the environ-

ment.

When the engine is started while parking,

there is a risk of receiving a penalty due to

idling stop ordinances.

NOTE

Selecting the SPORT mode makes the en-

gine easier to start. Also, since the response

to the operation of the accelerator pedal be-

comes better, there may be a shock when

stepping on the accelerator pedal.

When SPORT mode is selected, the regener-

ative braking force automatically switches to

B5. After switching, you can change to your

favorite regenerative braking force with the

Regenerative braking level selector. → “Re-

generative braking level selector (paddle

type)” P. 7-18

You should use the battery charge mode that

conforms to the relevant municipality.

Also, if the engine is started, ensure there is

sufficient fuel in the fuel tank so that the en-

gine does not run out of fuel.

When the EV switch or the SPORT mode

switch is pressed while driving in the battery

charge mode, the mode changes to the selec-

ted mode.

Refer to “EV switch” on page 7-25 or

“SPORT mode switch” on page 7-30.

If the SAVE/CHARGE mode switch is

pressed twice, the mode is returned to the

battery charge mode.

When you select the SPORT mode in situa-

tions such as the following, a large regenera-

tive braking force may not work.

If the SPORT mode is activated, the follow-

ing display appears on the information screen

in the multi-information display.

When the driving battery temperature is

high or low.

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When the driving battery is close to fully

charged, or when it is fully charged.

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Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)

When the vehicle speed is approximately

3 km/h (2 mph) or less with engine not

running and the brake pedal is not de-

pressed.

When the vehicle speed is approximately

3 km/h (2 mph) to 35 km/h (22 mph) and

engine is not running.

NOTE

If you select the cruise control or the Adap-

tive Cruise Control System (ACC), the re-

generative braking level will be D while

driving in the SPORT mode.

The regenerative brake force becomes B5

when the SPORT mode is returned by can-

celling the cruise control or the Adaptive

Cruise Control System (ACC).

When the remaining amount of fuel becomes

little, the SPORT mode will be automatically

cancelled and the message will appear in the

multi-information display.

The sound does not start in the following ca-

ses.

When the remaining amount of fuel is small,

the SPORT mode cannot be used even if the

SPORT mode switch is pressed.

When the vehicle speed is approximately

3 km/h (2 mph) or less and the brake

pedal is depressed.

When the vehicle speed is approximately

35 km/h (22 mph) or more.

When the select position is in the “P”

(PARK) position.

When the AVAS OFF indicator in the

meter is illuminating.

If you want to use the SPORT mode, refuel

the vehicle.

When the following switch is turned on

while driving in the SPORT mode, the mode

changes to the selected mode.

EV switch

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SAVE/CHARGE mode switch

Drive mode switch

ECO mode switch

If you want to use the SPORT mode, refuel

the vehicle.

When the engine is running.

While the following message is displayed in

the multi-information display, the SPORT

mode cannot be used even if the SPORT

mode switch is pressed and a buzzer will

sound.

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting

System (AVAS)

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 approximately 35 km/h (22 mph) or less

and the engine is not running.

The sound starts when the AVAS is operated

in the following conditions.

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Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)

When the operation mode is set to “ON”, the

AVAS OFF indicator comes on and goes out

after a few seconds.

When pressing the AVAS OFF switch once

again, the AVAS is activated and the AVAS

OFF indicator goes off.

CAUTION

Always confirm the indication lamp goes off

before driving.

If the indication lamp blinks, the operation

mode is put in OFF, and the operation mode

is put in ON once again. It is normal if the

indication lamp goes off. If the indication

lamp blinks again, have the vehicle inspec-

ted at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized

Service Point as soon as possible.

AVAS OFF switch

If the operation mode is put in ON, the AVAS

is automatically turned on.

The AVAS should be turned on while normal

driving.

When driving on the freeway etc., it is possi-

ble to turn off the AVAS by pressing the

AVAS OFF switch.

When pressing the AVAS OFF switch, the au-

dible alarm does not sound and the AVAS

OFF indicator illuminates.

WARNING

Even 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.

WARNING

Never turn the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting

System (AVAS) off if there is a possibility

that pedestrians pass by.

NOTE

If the operation mode is put in OFF, while

the AVAS has been turned off, and the oper-

ation mode is put in ON once again, the

AVAS is activated.

If the AVAS OFF switch is continuously

pressed after the AVAS is turned off, the in-

correct operation prevention function is trig-

gered and the system turns on again.

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