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Introduction

The nameplate “Mitsubishi Eclipse” is well-known in the automobile industry and is connected to a variety of sporty and small cars made by Mitsubishi Motors. I can give you a thorough introduction to the Mitsubishi Eclipse that covers its history, important models, and importance in the auto industry as of my most recent knowledge update in September 2021.

Early Development: The Mitsubishi Eclipse was first offered as a small sports coupe in 1989. It was the result of a joint venture called Diamond-Star Motors (DSM) between Mitsubishi Motors and Chrysler Corporation. The Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser, the Eclipse’s siblings, were also produced in this country. These automobiles were sold under various brand names while using the same platform.

The Eclipse immediately became well-liked for its aggressive design, turbocharged engines, and nimble handling. It earned a reputation for providing a thrilling driving experience at a reasonable cost, making it available to a variety of enthusiasts.

Evolution and Generations: The Mitsubishi Eclipse through a number of iterations, each of which included improvements to the vehicle’s technology, design, and performance.

The following were some notable generations and models:

First Generation (1989–1994): The first Eclipse offered naturally aspirated or turbocharged engines, as well as pop-up headlights. In the early 1990s, it rose to fame among import sports cars.

Second model (1995–1999): This model had an all-wheel-drive (AWD) option and a sleeker, more aerodynamic design. Particularly popular models included the Eclipse GSX with AWD and the Eclipse GS-T with a turbocharged engine.

Third Generation (2000-2005): For the new millennium, the Eclipse got a significant redesign, taking on a more curved and angular appearance. It kept providing alternatives for both turbocharged and normally aspirated engines.

The Eclipse underwent additional stylistic revisions in the fourth generation (2006–2012), including a more pronounced grille and contemporary interior elements. But it lost sight of performance and evolved into more of a sporty coupe than a real sports car.

Production of the Eclipse was discontinued after the 2012 model year. Mitsubishi made the decision to stop producing the Eclipse in favor of concentrating on other car markets, such as crossovers and electric vehicles.

Legacy and the Community of Enthusiasts: The Mitsubishi Eclipse had a significant influence on the automobile industry, particularly in the field of reasonably priced sports cars. It attracted a devoted fan base who frequently customized and modified their cars to improve their looks and performance.

It’s crucial to remember that Mitsubishi reintroduced the Eclipse moniker in a different vehicle category in 2017 with the introduction of a new crossover SUV dubbed the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross.

What we are doing?

We are publishing the Eclipse user guides, User Manuals, and Owner Instructions. Everything you need to know about your Eclipse vehicles to get any fixes. Get the Owner’s Manual for your specific Eclipse online.

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Find information on how to operate your Eclipse Vehicles manuals. Read the complete and specific sections and Download your manual if you have to.
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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Transmission Installation Guide

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Transmission

In the complex and finely tuned world of car care, installing the transmission in a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross is a key step that requires the utmost precision and skill. As a key part of the vehicle’s powertrain system, the transmission is responsible for sending power from the engine to the wheels. This lets the vehicle accelerate smoothly, change gears quickly, and perform well overall. This extensive process includes taking out the old or broken transmission, carefully inspecting and preparing the new one, aligning and installing it in the car, and trying it thoroughly to make sure it works well. As we get into the details of this complicated process, we’ll look at the most important steps, things to think about, and frequently asked questions about installing the transmission in a 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. This will help us understand the most important factors that affect how well the car drives and how reliable it is.

Continuously variable transmission

Continuously variable transmission (CVT)

The CVT will automatically and continuously change its gear ratio depending on road and driving conditions. This helps achieve smooth driving and excellent fuel efficiency. Also you can manually shift the transmission up and down. Refer to “Sports mode”.

DRIVING UPHILL

The transmission prevents unnecessary upshifts even when the accelerator pedal is released and ensures smooth driving.

DRIVING DOWNHILL

According to the conditions, the transmission will automatically shift to a lower gear ratio to achieve stronger engine braking. This may help reduce your need to use the service brake.

Selector lever operation

As an additional safety precaution, models equipped with a CVT have a shift-lock device that holds the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position. To move the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position to another position, follow the steps below.

Press and hold the brake pedal down.
Press and hold the lock button.
Move the selector lever to the desired position.

NOTE: The selector lever cannot be moved from “P” (PARK) to other position if the ignition switch is set to the “OFF” or “ACC” position, or if the key has been removed, or the operation mode is put in OFF or ACC, or if the brake pedal is not pressed and held down.

The CVT selects an optimum ratio automatically when the selector lever is in the “D” (DRIVE) position, depending on the speed of the vehicle and the position of the accelerator pedal. The selector lever (A) has two gates; the main gate (B) and sports mode gate (C).

In the main gate, selector lever has four positions, and is equipped with a lock button (D) to avoid inadvertent selection of the wrong gear.

The lock button must be pushed while the brake pedal is depressed to move the selector lever.
The lock button must be pushed to move the selector lever.
The lock button need not be pushed to move the selector lever.

WARNING

If the lock button is always pushed to operate the selector lever, the lever may be accidentally shifted into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position. Be sure not to push the lock button when performing the operations indicated by in the illustration.
Always press the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever into a selector position from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. When beginning to drive, do not shift the selector lever from the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while pressing the accelerator pedal. This will cause the vehicle to “jump” forward or backward.

NOTE

To prevent mistakes in operating the lever, make sure you stop briefly at each position. After operating, check the position in the multi-information display.
If the brake pedal is not depressed and held, the shift-lock device activates to prevent the selector lever from being moved from the “P” (PARK) position.
For a shift indicated by in the illustration, depress the brake pedal before moving the selector lever. If you attempt to move the selector lever before depressing the brake pedal, the selector lever may be immovable.

When the selector lever cannot be shifted from the “P” (PARK) position

When the selector lever cannot be shifted from the “P” (PARK) position to another position while the brake pedal is pressed and held down with the ignition switch at the “ON” position or the operation mode in ON, the battery may be flat or the shift-lock mechanism may be malfunctioning. Immediately have your vehicle checked by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice. If you need to move the vehicle, shift the selector lever as follows.

Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.
Stop the engine if it is running.
Insert a screwdriver with a cloth over its tip into the notch (A) of the cover. Pry gently as shown to remove the cover.
Depress the brake pedal with the right foot.
Insert a screwdriver in the shift-lock release hole (B). Shift the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while pressing the screwdriver down.

Selector lever position display

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, the selector lever position is shown on the multi-information display.

When the selector lever position display blinks (if the ambient temperature is low)

WARNING: To avoid unintended vehicle movement, keep brake pedal applied with your right foot and do not depress the accelerator pedal, while the selector lever position display is blinking.

If the ambient temperature is low, the selector lever position display on the multi-information display may blink when the selector lever is placed in the “D” (DRIVE), or “R” (REVERSE) position immediately after the engine has been started. This indicates that the transmission requires warming up. While the display is blinking, the vehicle will not move, because the transmission keeps disengaging until the warm up is completed even if the selector lever is placed in the “D” or “R” position.

When the selector lever position display is blinking, perform the following procedure:

Depress the brake pedal with your right foot and place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position for several seconds.
Keep depressing the brake pedal and then place the selector lever in the “D” (DRIVE), or “R” (REVERSE) position. If the selector lever position display stops blinking, the warm up is completed and the transmission will function normally.
If the display is still blinking, repeat steps 1 and 2 above.

NOTE: While the selector lever position display is blinking, a buzzer will sound intermittently.

Warning display

When the warning display or the warning display appears on the information screen in the multi-information display while you are driving, there could be a malfunction in the CVT.

NOTE

The selector lever position display blinks at the time of or warning display appears.
The “A” indicator on the selector lever position display will blink only when there is a problem with the CVT position switch. It is not seen during normal driving.

CAUTION

If a malfunction occurs in the CVT while driving, the warning display or the warning display will appear on the information screen in the multi-information display. In this case, follow these procedures:
[When warning display is showing]
The CVT fluid is overheating. The engine control may activate to lower the CVT fluid temperature, causing the engine revolutions and vehicle speed to decrease, In this case, take one of the following procedures.
- Slow down your vehicle.
- Stop your vehicle in a safe place, put the selector lever in the “P” (PARK) position, and open the engine hood with the engine running to allow the engine to cool down.
After a while, confirm that the warning display is no longer showing. It is safe to continue driving if the display is no longer showing. If the warning display remains or flashes frequently, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice immediately.
[When warning display is showing]
- It may be that there is something unusual happening in the CVT, causing a safety device to activate. Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice immediately.

Selector lever positions

“P” PARK

This position locks the transmission to prevent the vehicle from moving. The engine can be started in the “P” (PARK) position.

“R” REVERSE

Move the lever to this position only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

CAUTION: Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion. If the lever is shifted into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion, the transmission may be damaged.

“N” NEUTRAL

At this position, the transmission is disengaged. It is the same as the neutral position on a manual transaxle and should be used when the vehicle is not moving for an extended length of time during driving, such as in a traffic jam.

WARNING

Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving since you could accidentally slip it into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position, damaging the transmission.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling when stopped on a slope, the engine should be started in the “P” (PARK) position, not in “N” (NEUTRAL) position.
To prevent rolling, always keep your foot on the brake pedal when the vehicle is in “N” (NEUTRAL) position, or when shifting into or out of “N” (NEUTRAL) position.

“D” DRIVE

This position is used for most city and highway driving. The transmission will automatically and continuously change its gear ratio depending on road and driving conditions.

CAUTION: To prevent transmission damage, never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion.

Sports mode

Whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion, sports mode is selected by gently pushing the selector lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position into sports mode gate (A). To return to “D” (DRIVE) operation, gently push the selector lever back into the main gate (B).

In sports mode, gear shifts can be made rapidly simply by moving the selector lever backward and forward or using the sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter at the steering wheel (for vehicles equipped with the sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter). In contrast to a M/T, the sports mode allows gear shifts with the accelerator pedal depressed.

NOTE

While the vehicle is stopped, only 1st gear can be selected with the selector lever.
You can also shift into sports mode by operating the spintronic steering wheel paddle shifter while driving in the “D” (DRIVE) position. Also, you can return to the “D” (DRIVE) operation in any of the following ways. When returning to “D” (DRIVE) operation, the selector lever position display will change to “D” (DRIVE) position.
- Pull the spintronic steering wheel paddle shifter on the + (SHIFT UP) side for longer than 2 seconds.
- Stop the vehicle.
- Push the selector lever from the “D” (DRIVE) position into the manual gate (A) and push the selector lever back into the main gate (B).

+ (SHIFT UP)
- Transmission shifts up once by each operation.
– (SHIFT DOWN)
- Transmission shifts down once by each operation.

CAUTION

In sports mode, the driver must execute upward shifts in accordance with prevailing road conditions, taking care to keep the engine speed below the tachometer’s red zone.
Repeated continuous operation of the selector lever or the spintronic steering wheel paddle shifter will continuously switch shift positions.
Shift ranges may not change when the lateral paddle shifters are operated at the same time.

NOTE

Shift ranges can only be selected in a forward direction from 1st to 8th. To reverse or park the vehicle, move the selector lever to the “R” (REVERSE) or “P” (PARK) position.
To maintain good running performance, the transmission may refuse to perform an upshift when the selector lever or the sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter on the “+ (SHIFT UP)” side is pulled at certain vehicle speeds. Also, to prevent over-revving of the engine, the transmission may refuse to perform a downshift when the selector lever or the sportronic steering wheel paddle shifter on the “ – (SHIFT DOWN)” side is pulled at certain vehicle speeds. When this happens, a buzzer sounds to indicate that a downshift is not going to take place.
Downward shifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down. Before the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected.
The upward shift may be made automatically in sports mode when the engine speed rises and approaches the tachometer’s red zone.

Sports mode display

In sports mode, the currently selected shift range is displayed on the information screen in the multi-information display.

Operation of the CVT

CAUTION

Before selecting a position with the engine running and the vehicle stationary, firmly depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping. The vehicle will begin to move as soon as the CVT is engaged, especially when the engine speed or idle speed is high, or with the air conditioning operating. Do not release the brake pedal until you are ready to drive away.
Depress the brake pedal with the right foot at all times. Using the left foot could cause driver movement delay in case of an emergency.
To prevent sudden acceleration, never run the engine at high revolutions when shifting from the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).
Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot is resting on the brake pedal will affect braking efficiency and may cause premature wear of brake pads.
Use the selector lever in the correct shift position in accordance with driving conditions. Never coast downhill backward in the driving shift position {“D” (DRIVE) position or sports mode} or coast forward in the “R” (REVERSE) position. Engine stopping and increased brake pedal and steering effort could lead to an accident.
Do not rev the engine with the brake pedal pressed when the vehicle is stationary. This can damage the CVT. Also, when you depress the accelerator pedal while holding down the brake pedal with the selector lever in the “D” (DRIVE) position, the engine revolutions may not rise as high as when performing the same operation with the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.

Passing acceleration

To gain extra acceleration in “D” (DRIVE) position (when passing another vehicle) push the accelerator to the floor. The CVT will automatically downshift.

NOTE: In sports mode, downshifts do not take place when the accelerator is depressed all the way to the floor.

Waiting

For short waiting periods, such as at traffic lights, the vehicle can be left in selector lever position and held stationary with the service brake. For longer waiting periods with the engine running, place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and apply the parking brake, while holding the vehicle stationary with the service brake. Prior to moving off after having stopped the vehicle, make sure that the selector lever is in “D” (DRIVE) position or Sports mode position.

CAUTION

To avoid transmission overheating, never try to keep your vehicle stationary on a hill by using the accelerator pedal. Always apply the parking brake and/or service brake.
Do not rev the engine unnecessarily while the vehicle is stationary. Unexpected acceleration may occur if the selector lever is in a position other than “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL).

Parking

To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, firmly apply the parking brake, and then move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.

When the CVT makes no speed change

If the CVT does not shift while driving, or your vehicle does not pick up enough speed when starting on an uphill slope, it may be that there is something unusual happening in the transmission, causing a safety device to activate. Immediately have your vehicle checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

NOTE: When the warning display and “SLOW DOWN” or the warning display and “SERVICE REQUIRED” appear on the information screen in the multi-information display, there could be a malfunction in the CVT. Refer to “Continuously variable transmission (CVT): Warning display”.

FAQ

Q: What is a transmission installation?

A: Transmission installation involves replacing or installing a vehicle’s transmission system, which controls the power transfer from the engine to the wheels.

Q: Can I install a transmission myself?

A: Transmission installation is a complex and specialized task, and it is strongly recommended to have it done by a qualified mechanic or technician.

Q: How much does a transmission installation cost?

A: The cost can vary significantly based on the vehicle model, the type of transmission, and labor charges. It’s best to obtain quotes from reputable mechanics or dealerships.

Q: What are signs that my transmission needs replacement?

A: Signs include slipping gears, strange noises, fluid leaks, and difficulty shifting gears. Consult a professional for an accurate diagnosis.

Q: How long does a transmission installation take?

A: The time required can vary, but it generally takes several hours to a full day, depending on the complexity and the experience of the technician.

Q: Can I use a used transmission for installation?

A: Yes, it’s possible to use a used or rebuilt transmission, but it’s important to ensure its quality and condition before installation.

Q: Do I need any special tools for a transmission installation?

A: Yes, a transmission jack, torque wrench, and other specialized tools are typically required for a transmission installation.

Q: Should I replace the transmission fluid during installation?

A: Yes, it’s recommended to replace the transmission fluid and filter during a transmission installation for optimal performance.

Q: Is there a warranty for transmission installations?

A: Many transmission replacements come with warranties, but the terms and coverage can vary, so be sure to ask about warranty options.

Q: Can I install an aftermarket transmission?

A: Yes, aftermarket transmissions are available, but make sure they are compatible with your vehicle and consult a professional for advice.

Q: Can I drive immediately after a transmission installation?

A: Your mechanic will advise you on when it’s safe to drive after a transmission installation, as it may require some initial testing and adjustments.

Q: What maintenance is required after a transmission installation?

A: Regular transmission fluid changes and inspections are important to ensure the longevity of your transmission.

Q: Are there any recalls or technical service bulletins related to the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross transmission?

A: To check for recalls or technical service bulletins specific to your vehicle, contact a Mitsubishi dealership or visit the manufacturer’s website.

Q: Can I upgrade to a different type of transmission during installation?

A: Swapping to a different type of transmission may require significant modifications and may not be practical or cost-effective.

Q: How can I find a reputable mechanic for my transmission installation?

A: Look for certified mechanics, check reviews and referrals, and ask for recommendations from friends or family to find a reputable technician.

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Alarm System Quick Guide

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Alarm System Quick Guide

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Alarm System

In the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross, the alarm system stands out as a reliable guardian of security. It works together with the rest of the car to keep your car from being broken into or stolen. This strong factory-installed security feature stands guard and is ready to stop any attempts to mess with or break into the device. When an unauthorized person opens a door, breaks a window, or does something else suspicious, the alarm system goes into action. It starts a loud warning, flashes the vehicle’s lights, and tells people nearby about the breach. With sensitivity settings that can be changed to reduce false alarms, a panic button for emergencies, and built-in compatibility with the keyless entry system, this alarm system is a great example of modern car security. It gives Eclipse Cross owners the peace of mind they need on their daily commutes.

Theft-alarm system

The theft alarm system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the vehicle. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the “armed” stage, the second is the “alarm” stage, and the third is the “disarmed” stage. If triggered, the system provides both audible and visual alarm signals.

CAUTION: Do not modify or add parts to the theft alarm system. Doing so could cause the theft alarm to malfunction.

Armed stage

Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below.

Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T. key, remove the key from the ignition switch. For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key, put the operation mode in OFF.
Make sure that the engine hood is closed.
Lock all doors and the liftgate by using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.- key operation. At this time, the theft-alarm indicator (A) on the instrument panel flashes for confirmation.
The system has entered the armed stage after approximately 20 seconds, when the theft-alarm indicator (A) flashing becomes slower. The theft-alarm indicator (A) continues to flash while the system is in the armed stage.

NOTE

If the engine hood is open, the theft-alarm indicator (A) illuminates and the system cannot enter the armed stage. The system enters the armed stage approximately 20 seconds after the engine hood is closed.
The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator (A) is illuminated, all doors and the liftgate are unlocked by using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-keyoperation.
The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator is illuminated, the following operation is performed.
- Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, if the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
- For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key, if the operation mode is put in ON.
The system will not be armed if a door, the liftgate or the engine hood is not completely closed. If this happens, rearm the system as described above.
The theft-alarm system can be activated when people are riding inside the vehicle or when the windows are open. To prevent accidental activation of the alarm, do not set the system to the system armed mode while people are riding in the vehicle.

Alarm stage

The alarm will be activated if any of the following occur while the vehicle is parked and the system is armed.

One of the doors and the liftgate is opened without using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation.
The engine hood is opened.

Type of alarm

When the alarm is activated:

The headlights blink on and off for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes the headlights automatically shut off.
The horn will sound intermittently for 3 minutes.

NOTE

The alarm will continue to operate for 3 minutes. At the end of that period, the alarm will automatically shut off to save battery power. The system will then be rearmed until the proper disarming step is taken.
The alarm will resume if unauthorized actions are taken again, even if the alarm has stopped.

Alarm deactivation

The alarm can be deactivated in the following ways.

By using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate.
Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, by turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key, by putting the operation mode in ON.

Disarmed stage

The system will be disarmed if the following operation is performed.

Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, if the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.- key, if the operation mode is put in ON.
All doors and the liftgate are unlocked by using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation.

NOTE

If the UNLOCK button on the key, or the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock/unlock switch is pressed when all doors and the liftgate are closed and no door is opened within approximately 30 seconds, rearming will automatically occur.
The amount of time after unlocking until the vehicle relocks automatically can be adjusted. See an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details. On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone link Display Audio (SDA) or the Smartphone- link Display Audio (SDA) navigation system, the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For details, refer to a separate owner’s manual.
Once the system has been disarmed, it cannot be rearmed except by repeating the arming procedure.

Testing the theft-alarm system

Use the following procedure to test the system:

Lower the driver’s window.
Arm the system as explained in “Armed stage”.
Make sure that the theft alarm indicator comes on and flashes for approximately 20 seconds.
Wait a few seconds and then unlock the driver’s side door by using the inside door lock knob. Open the door.
Make sure that the horn sounds intermittently and the headlights blink when a door is opened.
Disarm the system by unlocking all doors and the liftgate by using the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key operation.

FAQ

Does the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross come with a factory-installed alarm system?

Yes, many models of the 2023 Eclipse Cross typically come equipped with a factory-installed alarm system as a standard feature.

What is the purpose of the alarm system in the Eclipse Cross?

The alarm system is designed to deter theft and unauthorized access to the vehicle by activating an audible and visible alarm when triggered.

How is the alarm system typically armed in the Eclipse Cross?

You can typically arm the alarm system by locking the doors using the key fob or the manual door lock button.

What triggers the alarm system in the Eclipse Cross?

The alarm system can be triggered by various events, including unauthorized entry, attempts to open doors or the trunk, glass breakage, or tampering with the vehicle.

What happens when the alarm system is triggered in the Eclipse Cross?

When the alarm is triggered, it typically activates a loud siren or horn, flashes the vehicle’s lights, and may send a visual or audible alert to the key fob.

Can I adjust the sensitivity of the alarm system?

Some alarm systems allow you to adjust the sensitivity settings to reduce false alarms caused by environmental factors such as wind or passing vehicles.

Is there a panic button on the key fob to activate the alarm intentionally?

Many key fobs have a panic button that you can press to activate the alarm intentionally in case of an emergency.

How do I deactivate the alarm system when it’s triggered unintentionally?

Typically, you can deactivate the alarm system by unlocking the vehicle using the key fob or inserting the physical key into the driver’s side door lock.

What should I do if the alarm system goes off without apparent cause?

If the alarm system activates without an obvious reason, it’s advisable to inspect the vehicle for any signs of tampering or unauthorized entry.

Can I add aftermarket alarm features to the Eclipse Cross if it doesn’t have them?

You can consider aftermarket alarm systems, but it’s recommended to consult with a professional installer to ensure compatibility and proper installation.

Does the alarm system affect the vehicle’s battery life?

The alarm system typically consumes minimal power and should not significantly impact the vehicle’s battery life under normal circumstances.

Can I disable the alarm system temporarily for maintenance purposes?

It’s usually not recommended to disable the alarm system for maintenance. If you need to work on the vehicle, consult the owner’s manual for guidance on temporarily deactivating the alarm.

Is the alarm system linked to the vehicle’s keyless entry system?

The alarm system may be integrated with the keyless entry system to provide comprehensive security features.

Are there any specific maintenance requirements for the alarm system?

The alarm system typically requires minimal maintenance. Regularly check the condition of the key fob batteries and ensure they are replaced when needed.

Where can I find more information about the alarm system in my 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for detailed information on the alarm system, its features, and how to operate it safely and effectively.

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Keys and Smart Key Operation

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Keys and Smart Key Operation

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Keys and Smart Key

The keys and smart key system in the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are an innovative combination of ease of use, safety, and current car technology. This car meets the needs of a wide range of people because it comes with both standard physical keys and cutting-edge smart keys. The smart key is a feature of modern car design that makes it easy for drivers to get in and turn on the car. Using proximity technology, it makes locking and opening doors easier by letting you do it by pressing a button on the door handle when you are close by. Also, this smart key usually lets you start the engine without the key, which makes starting the car easier. You can operate the Eclipse Cross without a key, but it’s important to know how it works and what safety measures it takes. This technology is a key part of the driving experience in this amazing small SUV.

Keys

Type 1

Two keys are provided. The keys fit all locks.
Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.

Key for the electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system
Key number plate

Type 2

Two F.A.S.T.-keys and two emergency keys are provided. Keep one F.A.S.T.-key and one emergency key in a safe place together as a set of spare keys.

F.A.S.T.-key
- (with electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system function)
Emergency key
Key number plate

NOTE

The key (except for the emergency key) is a precision electronic device with a built-in signal transmitter. Please observe the following in order to prevent damage.
- Do not leave where it may be exposed toheat caused by direct sunlight, such as on top of the dashboard.
- Do not take the key apart.
- Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to strong impacts.
- Keep the key dry.
- Keep away from magnetic objects such as key rings.
- Keep away from devices that produce magnetism, such as audio systems, computers and televisions.
- Keep away from devices that emit strong electromagnetic waves, such as cellular phones, wireless devices and high frequency equipment (including medical devices).
- Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners.
- Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high temperature or high humidity.
If you lose your key, to prevent the theft of the vehicle immediately contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. If you notify an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer of the key number, they can make a new key. The key number is stamped on the key number plate. Keep the key number plate in a safe place separate from the key itself.
No keys other than those registered in advance can be used to start the engine. Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)”. Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key): “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)”.
When the theft-alarm is in the system operational status, the alarm operates if a door or liftgate is opened after using the key, the door lock knob or the power door lock switch to unlock the vehicle.
The system does not enter the preparation state if the keyless entry system or the F.A.S.T.-key was not used to lock the vehicle.

Electronic immobilizer

Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)

CAUTION: Do not make any alterations or additions to the immobilizer system. Alterations or additions could cause failure of the immobilizer.

[For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key] For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key, refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key): Electronic immobilizer (Antitheft starting system)”.

[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]

The electronic immobilizer is designed to significantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain conditions) using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system. All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle’s electronics.

NOTE

In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to recognize the registered ID code from the key. This means the engine will not start even when the key is turned to the “START” position.
- When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or magnetic object
- When the key grip contacts metal of another key
- When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizer keys (including keys of other vehicles)
- In cases like the above, move the offending object(s) away from the key and turn the key back to the “ACC” or “OFF” position. Then try to start the engine again. If the engine does not start, contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
The key may not operate properly when it is near an object or facility that emits strong electromagnetic waves.
Electronic immobilizer is not compatible with commercially available remote starting systems. Use of commercially available remote starting systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
A system failure is suspected when the ignition switch is turned to the “START” position, and the engine does not start. In such a case, contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

Replacement keys

Only keys that have been programmed to the vehicle’s electronics can be used to start the vehicle. If you lose the key, you can order a key from your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key number. To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the vehicle keys must be changed. Take your vehicle and all remaining keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.

Additional keys

To add a key, you must already have two registered keys. You need to register the ID code to the vehicle. Registering the ID code can be done by yourself (except for vehicles sold in Canada), or by your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. For you to register the ID code yourself, follow the “Customer key programming” procedure below. If you choose to have your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer register the ID code, take your vehicle and all remaining keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

NOTE: You are provided with two keys, but you may register up to eight keys.

Customer key programming (Except for vehicles sold in Canada)

You can program new keys to the system if you have two valid (already registered) keys and blank immobilizer key (specially cut for your vehicle at your Mitsubishi Motors dealer) by doing the following:

Insert the first valid key into the ignition switch and turn the key to the “ON” position for 5 seconds.
Turn the key to the “OFF” position and remove the first key.
Within 30 seconds of removing the first key, insert the second valid key into the ignition and turn it to the “ON” position. Approximately 10 seconds later, the immobilizer display will start to blink.
When the immobilizer display starts blinking, turn the second valid key to the “OFF” position and remove it. Within 30 seconds after doing so, insert a blank immobilizer key into the ignition switch and turn it to the “ON” position. Perform this operation no more than 30 seconds after the immobilizer display starts blinking. When registration of the ID code is complete, the immobilizer display will come on for 30 seconds then go off. If an error occurs, the blinking immobilizer display will go off during the procedure.
If you wish to register another key, perform the process again from step 1.

NOTE

Perform the operation when the interrupt display screen is not showing. The interrupt display screen may prevent you from seeing the immobilizer display.
It is not possible to register a key if:
- the immobilizer display goes off during the procedure
- the immobilizer display does not come on within 30 seconds after step 4.
The procedure will be terminated automatically if:
- a period of 30 seconds or longer elapses from the moment when the first key is turned to the “OFF” position to the moment when the second key is turned to the “ON” position
- a period of 30 seconds or longer elapses from the moment when the second key is turned to the “OFF” position to the moment when the blank immobilizer key is turned to the “ON” position
To use the new keys, it is necessary to register the key with both the electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system. Also refer to “Keyless entry system: Customer key programming”.

General information

Your electronic immobilizer operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Keyless entry system

Keyless entry system (if so equipped)

Press the key buttons to lock or unlock the doors and the liftgate. It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic alarm.

LOCK ( ) button
UNLOCK ( ) button
PANIC button
Indicator light

To lock

Press the LOCK button (1) to lock all the doors and the liftgate.
The turn signal lights will also blink once.

NOTE: If you press the LOCK button (1) twice the horn will sound once.

To unlock

Press the UNLOCK button (2) to unlock the 5 driver’s door only. Within approximately 2 seconds, press the UNLOCK button one more time to unlock all the doors and liftgate. The dome light will turn on for 30 seconds. The turn signal lights will also blink twice. The front side-marker and parking lights will also turn on for approximately 30 seconds. Refer to “Welcome light”.

NOTE: The door and liftgate unlock function can be set so that all doors and liftgate unlock when the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed once. Refer to “Setting of door and liftgate unlock function”.

Answerback function

The horn and turn signal lights of the keyless entry system answerback function can be changed as required. This is done with the key removed from the ignition switch.

NOTE: The answerback function will not operate if any of the doors are open.

Horn deactivation/reactivation

The answerback function can be set in the following three ways. Each time the answerback function is set, a chime will sound to tell you the condition of the answerback function.

Number of chimes	Condition
One chime	The horn will not sound.
Two chimes	The horn will sound.
Four chimes	The horn will sound if the LOCK button (1) is pressed twice within 1 second.

To change the setting, refer to “Customizing the keyless entry system”.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with the Smartphone link Display Audio (SDA), the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.

Turn signal lights deactivation/ reactivation

The answerback function can be turned ON or OFF separately. To change the setting, refer to “Customizing the keyless entry system”.

Number of chimes	To lock	To unlock
One chime	One flash	Two flashes
Two chimes	One flash	No flash
Three chimes	No flash	Two flashes
Four chimes	Two flashes	One flash
Five chimes	No flash	One flash
Six chimes	Two flashes	No flash
Seven chimes	No flash	No flash

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with the SDA, the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.

Setting of door and liftgate unlock function

The door and liftgate unlock function can be set to the following two conditions. Each time the door and liftgate unlock function is set, a chime will sound to tell you the condition of the door and liftgate unlock function.

Number of chimes	Condition
One chime	When the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed one time, all doors and the liftgate unlock.
Two chimes	When the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed one time, only the driver’s door unlocks. Within approximately 2 seconds, press the UNLOCK button one more time to unlock all the doors and the liftgate. [Factory setting]

To change the setting, refer to “Customizing the keyless entry system”.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with the SDA, the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.

Using the panic alarm

If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the alarm to call attention as follows:

Press the PANIC button (3) for more than 1 second.
The headlights will blink on and off and the horn will sound intermittently for approximately 3 minutes.
To turn off the alarm, press any button on the key.

Replacement keys

Only keys programmed with the vehicle’s electronics can lock or unlock all doors and the liftgate. If you lose the key, you can order a key from your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key number. To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the key must be changed. Take your vehicle and all keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.

Additional keys

To add a key, you must already have one registered key. Registering the ID code can be done by yourself or by your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. For you to register the ID code yourself, follow the “Customer key programming” procedure below. If you choose to have your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer register the ID code, take your vehicle and any remaining keys to your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

NOTE: You are provided with two keys, but you may register up to eight keys.

Customer key programming (Except for vehicles sold in Canada)

You can program new keys to the system if you have one valid (already registered) key by doing the following:

Have available all (current and new) keys you wish to register.

Using a valid (already registered) key, activate the registration mode according to the following steps. Steps ii to iv should be completed within 8 seconds.

NOTE: ID codes for all keys except for the key used in step 2 are erased and the answerback function (door is locked and unlocked) informs you that the registration mode has been activated.

i) Press and hold the UNLOCK button (2) for 4 to 8 seconds.
ii) While holding the UNLOCK button (2), press the LOCK button (1).
iii) While holding the UNLOCK button (2), release the LOCK button (1).
iv) Release the UNLOCK button (2).

Within 60 seconds after step 2, complete the following ID code registration operation using the next key you wish to register within 4 seconds.

To register the ID codes of additional keys, repeat step 3 within 60 seconds after step 3.

i) Press both the LOCK and UNLOCK but- tons for 2 seconds.
ii) Release both the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for 1 second.
iii) Press the UNLOCK button. The answer- back function informs you that the ID code registration of the key is completed.

If no ID code of a key is registered within 60 seconds after step 3, the registration mode is canceled and the normal mode returns.

NOTE

Be sure to press the buttons correctly when performing the procedures. If you perform the procedures incorrectly, the registered ID code information could be deleted or the settings could be changed unintentionally. If the registered ID code information is deleted, register the keys again.
For verification purposes, try to lock and unlock the doors after the registration is completed.
The indicator light (4) comes on each time a button is pressed.
The keyless entry system does not work if the key is in the ignition switch.
The key can be used from approximately 40 feet (12 m) away. However, this distance may change if your vehicle is near a TV transmitting tower, a power station, or a radio station.
If the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed and no doors or the liftgate are opened within approximately 30 seconds, the doors and the liftgate will automatically re-lock. On vehicles equipped with the SDA, the functions can be adjusted on the screen. For details, refer to the separate owner’s manual.
If the following conditions are observed after pressing the LOCK (1) or UNLOCK (2) button on the key, the battery in the key may need to be replaced.
- The doors and the liftgate cannot be locked or unlocked.
- The panic alarm cannot be operated.
- The indicator light (4) is dim or does not come on.
If you lose your key, please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for a replacement.
If you wish to obtain an additional key, please contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer. A maximum of eight keys can be programmed for your vehicle.
To use the new keys, it is necessary to register the key with both the electronic immobilizer and keyless entry system. Also refer to “Customer key programming (Except for vehicles sold in Canada)”.

Customizing the keyless entry system

You can change the settings for the following functions according to your preferences. When changing a setting, perform the following steps.

Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Open the driver’s door and turn the combination headlights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position (except for vehicles equipped with the automatic control) or the “AUTO” position (for vehicles equipped with the automatic control).
Complete steps i to iv of the procedure. Steps ii to iv should be completed within 8 seconds.

NOTE: Be sure to press the buttons correctly when performing the procedures. If you perform the procedures incorrectly, the registered ID code information could be deleted or the settings could be changed unintentionally. If the registered ID code information is deleted, register the keys again. Refer to “Customer key programming (Except for vehicles sold in Canada)”.

General information

Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard( s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Procedure for replacing the key battery

WARNING

Do not swallow a coin type battery.
- This product contains coin type battery. If a coin type battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death. There have been cases where a swallowed battery has caused severe internal burns in just 2 hours.
- Keep new and used batteries away from children.
- If the key case does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
- If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of a person’s body, seek immediate medical attention.
To prevent an explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas:
- Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
- Do not dispose of a battery into a fire or incinerator, or by mechanically crushing or cutting the battery.
- Do not use, store, or take a battery any place where it may be exposed to extremely high temperature or extremely low air pressure.

CAUTION

When the key case is opened, be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not touch the internal components.
Dispose of used battery according to regulations for the disposal of battery.

Before replacing the battery, remove static electricity from your body by touching a metal grounded object.
Remove the screw (A) from the key.
With the Mitsubishi mark facing you, insert the cloth-covered tip of a flat-blade screwdriver into the notch in the key case and use it to open the case.
- NOTE: Be sure to perform the procedure with the Mitsubishi mark facing you. If the Mitsubishi mark is not facing you when you open the key case, the buttons may come out.
- The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ID number, the Industry Canada (IC) number and the model number (radio certification) are indicated in the illustrated position.
Remove the used battery.
Install a new battery with the + side (B) up.
Close the key case firmly.
Attach the screw (A) removed in step 2.
Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.

NOTE

You may purchase a replacement battery at an electric appliance store.
An authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer can replace the battery for you if you prefer.

FAQ

What types of keys are available for the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

The 2023 Eclipse Cross typically comes with traditional physical keys and may also offer a smart key option.

Is a smart key standard on all Eclipse Cross trim levels?

Smart key technology may be available as a standard feature on certain trim levels or offered as an optional upgrade.

How do I lock and unlock the Eclipse Cross using a smart key?

With a smart key in your possession (e.g., in your pocket or bag), you can typically lock and unlock the doors by pressing a button on the door handle when within a certain proximity of the vehicle.

Can I start the engine with a smart key?

Yes, many smart key systems allow you to start the engine by pressing the brake pedal and then pressing a designated button on the dashboard or center console.

Is there a specific range for the smart key to work?

Smart key systems usually have a limited range, typically within a few feet of the vehicle. The exact range can vary between models.

What should I do if the smart key’s battery is low or dead?

If the smart key’s battery is low, some systems provide backup methods to start the vehicle, such as using a physical key blade that’s often stored within the smart key fob.

Can I program additional smart keys for my Eclipse Cross?

Dealerships or automotive locksmiths can often program additional smart keys for your vehicle if needed.

Is there a way to disable the smart key system for security reasons?

Smart key systems are typically designed to be secure, but you may be able to disable certain features through the vehicle’s settings or consult your owner’s manual for specific instructions.

What should I do if I lose my smart key or it’s stolen?

If you lose your smart key or it’s stolen, contact your dealership or a professional locksmith to have it deactivated and replaced for security reasons.

Does the Eclipse Cross come with remote start functionality via the smart key?

Some models of the Eclipse Cross may offer remote start functionality through the smart key, allowing you to start the engine from a distance for climate control purposes.

Can I customize smart key settings, such as auto-lock or auto-unlock features?

Many vehicles, including the Eclipse Cross, offer customization options for smart key settings through the vehicle’s infotainment system or settings menu.

Are there safety features related to the smart key system in the Eclipse Cross?

Some vehicles have safety features tied to the smart key, such as a warning if you exit the vehicle without turning it off or leaving it in gear.

What happens if the smart key battery dies while driving?

If the smart key battery dies while driving, you can typically continue driving the vehicle. However, it’s essential to replace the battery as soon as possible to ensure continued operation of the smart key features.

Where can I find more information about using the smart key for my 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual for detailed instructions on using the smart key system specific to your Eclipse Cross model and trim level.

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Seats and Seat Belt

The seats and seat belts in the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are a big part of how comfortable, safe, and flexible this stylish small SUV is. The Eclipse Cross can fit up to five people, and it has a mix of comfortable front seats. The driver’s seat is often height-adjustable, which makes it easy for people of different heights to find the best driving position. The back seats are a versatile split-folding bench that makes it easy to balance the needs of passengers and cargo. This gives you freedom for your daily commute or weekend adventures. Rear seat heaters, which are offered on some trim levels, add an extra level of comfort for people sitting in the back. Safety is still the most important thing, and seat belt reminders for all occupants are an important trait that encourages people to buckle up. The seats and seat belts in the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross are set up with great care to make sure that riders are comfortable and that safety measures are strengthened. This makes it a good choice for drivers who want both utility and peace of mind.

Seats

Front seat
- To adjust the seat forward or backward
- To adjust the seatback
- To adjust the seat height (if so equipped)
Rear seats
- To adjust the seatback
- Arm rest (if so equipped)

Seats and restraint systems

Your vehicle has seat belts and other safety features that help protect you and your passengers in an accident. Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and passengers. The seats, head restraints, and door locks also are safety equipment, which must be used correctly.

Always check the following before you drive:

That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their seat belt.
That infants and small children are properly secured in an appropriate child restraint system in the rear seat.
That all doors are fully closed and locked.
That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly adjusted.

Safety equipment cannot prevent injury or death in all motor vehicle accidents. However, you can help reduce the risk of injury or death, by following the instructions in this manual.

WARNING: Do not place objects under the seats. The objects could prevent the seat from locking securely, which could lead to an accident. The objects may also cause damage to the seat or other parts.

Front seats

Position the driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintaining a position that still enables you to fully apply the pedals, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the vehicle.

WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This can cause loss of vehicle control and result in an accident.
After adjusting the seat, make sure that it is securely locked into position.
To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or death during deployment of the driver’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintaining a position that still enables you to fully apply the pedals, easily control the steering wheel, and safely operate the vehicle.
To reduce the risk to the front passenger of serious injury or death during deployment of the passenger’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and adjust the front passenger’s seat as far back as possible.
Always place children 12 years old and under in the rear seat and use appropriate child restraint systems.

CAUTION

Make sure that the seat is adjusted by an adult. If it is adjusted by a child, an unexpected accident might occur.
Do not place a cushion or the like between your back and the seatback while driving. The effectiveness of the head restraints will be reduced in the event of an accident.
When sliding the seats, be careful not to catch your hand or leg.
When sliding or reclining the seat rearward, pay careful attention to the rear seat passengers.

To adjust the seat forward or backward

Manual seat adjustment

Pull the seat adjusting lever up and slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.
Release the adjusting lever to lock the seat in place.

WARNING

To make sure that the seat is securely locked, try to move it forward or backward without using the adjusting lever.

Power seat adjustment (if so equipped)

Operate the switch forward or backward to move the seat to the desired position. Release the switch to lock the seat in place.

Forward (toward the front of the vehicle)
Backward (toward the rear of the vehicle)

NOTE: To prevent the battery from completely discharging, operate the power seat with the engine running.

To adjust the seatbacks

Manual seat adjustment

To adjust the seatback, lean forward slightly, gently pull the seatback lock lever up, then lean backward to a comfortable position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.

CAUTION

The reclining mechanism used in the seatback is spring loaded, and will cause the seatback to return quickly to the vertical position when the lock lever is operated.
When pulling the lever, sit close to the seatback or hold the seatback with your hand to control its return motion.

Power seat adjustment (if so equipped)

Operate the switch in the direction of the arrows to adjust the seatback.

Move forward
Move backward

NOTE: To prevent the battery from completely discharging, operate the power seat with the engine running.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident or sudden stop, all seatbacks should be kept in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion. Seat belt performance during an accident can be adversely affected if the seatbacks are reclined. The more a seatback is reclined, the more likely seat belt performance will be adversely affected. If the seat belt is not properly positioned against the body during an accident, there is an increased risk you will slide under the belt and receive serious injury or death.

To adjust the seat height (if so equipped)

Manual seat adjustment (Driver’s seat only)

Operate the lever repeatedly to raise or lower the seat.

Raise
Lower

Power seat adjustment

Operate the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the seat.

NOTE: To prevent the battery from completely discharging, operate the power seat with the engine running.

Raise or lower the front end of the seat cushion
Raise or lower the seat

Rear seats

When sitting in the rear seat, adjust the head restraints to an appropriate height where they lock in position. Refer to “Head restraints”.

To adjust the seatbacks

Pull the lever up and adjust the seatback by hand to the desired position, and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.

CAUTION

If your vehicle is equipped with the arm rest and the seatback is reclined while the drink holder is used, drinks could be spilled. If the spilt drink is very hot, you could be burnt.

NOTE: You can adjust the seatback forward or backward on either side separately.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident or sudden stop, all seatbacks should be kept in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion.
Seat belt performance during an accident can be adversely affected if the seatbacks are reclined. The more a seatback is reclined, the more likely seat belt performance will be adversely affected. If the seat belt is not properly positioned against the body during an accident, there is increased risk you will slide under the belt and receive serious injury or death.
When a person is sitting in the center seating position of the rear seats, the two sides of the rear seats must have the same forward/ backward position and the same seatback angle.

Arm rest (if so equipped)

To use the arm rest, tilt the arm rest down for use as shown.
The arm rest includes a cup holder.

CAUTION: Never sit on an arm rest. Doing so could damage the arm rest.

Heated seats

Heated seats (if so equipped)

The heated seats can be operated with the ignition switch or the operation mode in ON.

WARNING

Persons who are unable to feel temperature change or skin pain due to age, illness, injury, medication, alcohol use, fatigue or other physical conditions or who have sensitive skin may suffer burns when using the heated seat even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such conditions must use care when using the heated seat.

CAUTION

Switch off the heated seats when not in use.
Operate the heaters at the “HI” position for quick heating. After the seat has become warm, set the heater switch to the “LO” position to keep it warm. Slight variations in the seat temperature may be felt while using the heated seats. This is caused by the operation of the heater’s internal thermostat and does not indicate a malfunction.
Do not place heavy objects on the seat or stick pins, needles, or other pointed objects into the seat.
Do not place a blanket, cushion, or other insulating material on the seat while using the heater; doing so can cause the heater element to overheat.
When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, kerosene, gasoline, alcohol, or other organic solvents; doing so can cause damage not only to the surface of the seat, but also to the heater.
If water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat, allow it to dry thoroughly before attempting to use the heater.
Turn the heater off immediately if it appears to be malfunctioning during use.

NOTE: Do not use the heated seats for a long time when the engine is not running, doing so will cause the battery to be discharged.

For the front seats

Operate the switch as indicated by arrows.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the heater is on.

(HI) – Heater high (for quick heating)
(OFF) – Heater off
(LO) – Heater low (to keep the seatwarm)

For the rear outboard seats

Each time the switch is pressed, the mode changes to the next one in the following sequence: OFF HI LO OFF.

OFF – Heater off
HI – Heater high (for quick heating)
LO – Heater low (to keep the seat warm)

NOTE: The rear seat switch will automatically return to “OFF” after the engine is stopped.

Head restraints

Head restraints can reduce the risk of a whiplash injury if your vehicle is hit from the rear. The head restraints are equipped in the illustrated position. To maximize the effectiveness of the head restraints, adjust the seatback to the upright position, and the head restraint to the proper position. Sit back against the seatback with your head close to the head restraint.

WARNING

Driving without the head restraints in place can cause you and your passengers serious injury or death in an accident. To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, always make sure the head restraints are installed and properly positioned when the seat is occupied.
In order to minimize the risk of a neck injury due to a rear impact, the seatback must be adjusted to the upright position and the head restraint must be adjusted to the proper position before vehicle operation. The driver should never adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion.
Never place a cushion or similar device on the seatback. This can adversely affect head restraint performance by increasing the distance between your head and the restraint.

Adjustment of the head restraint height

Front seats and rear outboard seats

To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, adjust the head restraint height so that the center of the restraint is at your ear level when seated. Any person too tall for the restraint to reach their ear level when seated should raise the restraint to the highest locked position.

To raise the head restraint, pull it straight up.
To lower the restraint, push down on it while pressing the lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrow.
After adjusting the height, push down on the restraint to make sure it is locked in position.

Rear center seat

To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, pull up the head restraint to the locked position.

To raise the head restraint, move it upward.
After adjustment, push the head restraint downward and make sure that it is locked.
To lower the restraint, move it downward while pushing the height adjusting knob (A) in the direction of the arrow.

To remove

Press the lock knob (A) in the direction shown by the arrows. Then pull the head restraint up and out of the seatback.

WARNING

To help minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident, the head restraints must be properly installed and positioned to proper height before vehicle operation.
When a person sits in the rear center seating position, pull up the head restraint to a height at which it locks in position. Be sure to make this adjustment before starting to drive. Serious injuries could otherwise be suffered in the result of an impact.

NOTE

If a front seat head restraint contacts the headliner and cannot be removed, tilt the seatback rearward slightly. Refer to “To adjust the seatbacks”.
To remove the head restraint from the left or right rear seat, tilt the seatback forward to a position where the head restraint will not contact the headliner. Refer to “Rear seats”.

To install

NOTE: Before installing the head restraint to the left or right rear seat, tilt the seatback forward to a position where the head restraint will not contact the headliner.

First check that the head restraint stalk with the notches (B) is positioned toward the hole with the lock knob (A), and then insert the head restraint into the seatback. And then insert it into the seatback. Push the head restraint down while pressing the lock knob (A) until the restraint locks into place.

CAUTION

Check that the lock knob (A) is extended out as shown in the illustration. Then pull the head restraint up to make sure that it is locked in place and will not come out of the seatback.
The shape and size of the head restraint differs according to the seat. Always use the correct head restraint provided for the seat and do not install the head restraint in the wrong direction.

Making a cargo area

WARNING

Never adjust the seats to make a cargo area when the vehicle is in motion or on a slope. The seats could move more than necessary or move suddenly causing a serious accident and/or injury.
When returning a seatback to its seating position after folding down, make sure that the seat is firmly secured. If the seat is not secured, it could move causing a serious accident.
Do not allow anyone to ride in the cargo area while the vehicle is in motion. People who are not properly seated and restrained can be seriously injured or killed in an accident.

CAUTION

In the cargo area, do not load the luggage higher than the top of the seats and make sure that the luggage is firmly secured. Restricted rear vision or flying objects entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking could result in a serious accident and/or injury.
Seats should always be operated by an adult. Seat adjustments by a child could lead to an unexpected accident.
When adjusting the seats, be careful not to catch your hand or leg. Personal injury could result.

NOTE: When the seatback of a front seat is reclined, return it to the upright position before driving.

Folding the rear seatbacks forward

The rear seatbacks can be folded forward to create an additional cargo area.

NOTE: You can separately fold the right and left side of the rear seat.

To fold the seatbacks

When folding the left side rear seat, store the seat belt for the center seating position of the rear seat. Refer to “Detachable rear center seat belt”
Lower the head restraints of the rear seat to the lowest position.
Push the buckles into the seat cushion.
Pull up the lever (A), then fold the seatback forward.

To return the seatbacks

Tilt the seatback up until it is locked properly in position.
Make sure the seatback is locked securely in place.

Seat belts

Seat belts are installed in your vehicle to help reduce the risk of injury to the driver and passenger in the event of an accident. Always use the provided seat belts. Carefully review the following information for proper seat belt usage.

WARNING

To help reduce the risk of injury or death in an accident, seat belts and child restraint systems must always be used.
Never use one seat belt for more than one person.
Never carry more people in your vehicle than there are seat belts.
Always adjust the seat belt for a snug fit.
Always place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put it behind you or under your arm.
Always wear the lap belt as low as possible across your hips, not around your waist.
Never insert any foreign object, such as a piece of plastic, paper clip, button or coin, into the seat belt buckle.
Never modify or alter the seat belts in your vehicle.
To reduce the risk to the driver of serious injury or death during deployment of the driver’s airbag, always properly wear the seat belt and adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintaining a position that still enables you to fully apply the pedals, easily control the steering wheel, and safely operate the vehicle.
To reduce the risk to a front seat passenger of serious injury or death from a deploying airbag, make sure the passenger always wears the seat belt properly, remains seated all the way back and upright in their seat, and moves the seat as far back as possible. Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – airbag”.
Never hold an infant or child in your arms or on your lap when riding in this vehicle even when you are wearing your seat belt. Never place any part of the seat belt you are wearing around an infant or child. Failure to follow these simple instructions creates a risk of serious injury or death to your child in the event of an accident or sudden stop.
Children 12 years old and under should always ride in the rear seat and be properly restrained. This reduces their risk of serious injury or death in an accident, especially due to a deploying front passenger’s airbag.
Any child who is too small to properly wear a seat belt must be properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint system.
Infants MUST be placed in a rear-facing child safety seat and positioned in the rear seat.
In the event of an accident, all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and attachment hardware, should be inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer to determine whether replacement is necessary.
Do not let children play with the seat belts. If children play with the seat belts by wrapping them around their bodies, the seat belt may retract and become tight. This can result in a serious injury or death, such as suffocation. This can occur even if the vehicle is parked. If the child cannot be released from the seat belt, use an appropriate tool such as a knife or scissors to cut the seat belt.

Seat belt instructions

All seats are equipped with a seat belt which uses one combined lap-and-shoulder belt with an emergency locking retractor. This system is designed to provide both comfort and safety. It permits full extension and automatic retraction of the belts during normal vehicle operation. A sensing device inside the belt retractor is designed to lock the retractor in the event of a sudden change in the vehicle’s motion.

NOTE: For instructions on installing a child restraint system using a seat belt, refer to “Installing a child restraint system using the seat belt”

When using the rear seat belts, pull out the buckles from the seat cushion.
Occupants should always sit back in their seats with their backs against the upright seatback. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death during deployment of the airbag, adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while maintaining a position that still enables you to fully apply the pedals, easily control the steering wheel, and safely operate the vehicle. The front passenger seat should also be moved as far back as possible. Refer to “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) – airbag”. Also refer to “To adjust the seat forward or backward”.
- WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident or sudden stop, all seatbacks should be kept in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion.
- Seat belt performance during an accident can be adversely affected if the seatbacks are reclined. The more a seatback is reclined, the more likely seat belt performance will be adversely affected. If the seat belt is not properly positioned against the body during an accident, there is increased risk you will slide under the belt and receive serious injury or death.
Before using the rear center seat belt, make sure that the detachable anchor is securely latched and the seat belt is not twisted.
Grasp the latch plate and slide it up the webbing so that it easily pulls across your body.
Pull the seat belt out slowly while holding the latch plate. Push the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click”. Pull up on the belt to be sure the latch plate is locked securely in the buckle.
- NOTE: If the seat belt locks up and cannot be pulled out, pull it once with force and let it retract all the way. Then, pull the belt out slowly once again.
The lap part of the belt must always be worn low and snug across the hips. Pull up on the shoulder portion of the belt to take up any slack in the lap belt.
- NOTE:With the exception of the seat belt for the driver, the seat belts in all other seating positions are equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function. If you pull the seat belt fully out of the retractor, the retractor will switch to its ALR child restraint installation function.
  - When the ALR function has been activated, the seat belt will only retract. If this happens, let the belt fully retract, then pull the seat belt back out, repeating steps 1 through 4.
- WARNING: Be sure the lap belt portion fits snugly and is worn as low as possible across the hips, not around the waist. Failure to follow this instruction will increase the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.
  - Be sure the seat belt webbing is not twisted when worn. Twisted webbing may adversely affect seat belt performance.
To release the belt, press the button on the buckle and allow the belt to retract. If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists in the webbing. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts.

NOTE

If the seat belt (A) or ring (B) becomes dirty, the belt may not retract smoothly. If the seat belt and ring are dirty, clean them with a mild soap or detergent solution.

Detachable rear center seat belt

The rear center seat belt can be detached to fold the left side rear seat.
This seat belt must be worn correctly as illustrated.

WARNING: Never detach the center seat belt except when the left side rear seatback is folded. Using the rear center seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the risk of serious injury or death in an accident. Make sure the small latch plate (B) is properly latched to the detachable anchor (C) before the center seat belt is used.

To attach

Pull out the detachable anchor (C) and the buckle (D) from the seat cushion.
Pull out the latch plate (A) and then pull out the small latch plate (B) by tilting it as shown in the illustration.
- NOTE: Pulling out the latch plate by force may damage the interior trim.
Pull the seat belt out slowly and pass it through the seat belt guide (E) so that the latch plate (A) is turned to the front side.
Pull the small latch plate (B) slowly and insert it into the detachable anchor (C) until a click is heard. Make sure that the seat belt is not twisted.

NOTE

If the seat belt locks up and cannot be pulled out, pull it once with force and let it retract all the way. Then, pull the belt out slowly once again.
The seat belt can be buckled up by inserting the latch plate (A) into the buckle (D) like other seat belts.
If the seat belt switches to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) child restraint installation function and cannot be pulled out, detach the latch plate (A). Refer to “Installing a child restraint system using the seat belt (with emergency/automatic locking mechanism)”.

To detach

While holding the center seat belt, insert the latch plate (A) into the slot (F) in the detachable anchor (C) to release the seat belt from the detachable anchor.
Pass the seat belt through the seat belt guide (E) and retract it completely toward the rear trim.
After the seat belt is retracted completely, insert the small latch plate (B) into the upper slit (G) and the latch plate (A) into the lower slit (H).
Store the detachable anchor between the seatback and the seat cushion.

Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning light and display

A tone and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten the seat belt. If the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON without the driver’s seat belt being fastened, a warning light will come on and a tone will sound for approximately 6 seconds to remind you to fasten your seat belt.

If the vehicle is driven with the seat belt still unfastened, the warning light will blink and the tone will sound intermittently for approximately 90 seconds. At the same time, “FASTEN SEAT BELT” is displayed on the information screen in the multi-information display.

WARNING

In order to reduce the risk of serious injury or death in an accident, always fasten your own seat belt. Do not allow anyone to ride in your vehicle unless he or she is also seated and fastening a seat belt. Children should additionally be restrained in a secure child restraint system.

NOTE

If the seat belt subsequently remains unfastened, the warning light and the tone will issue further warnings each time the vehicle starts moving from a stop.

Front passenger seat belt warning light

The front passenger seat belt warning light is located in the instrument panel.
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the operation mode is put in ON, this indicator normally comes on and goes off a few seconds later.
The light comes on when a person sits on the front passenger seat but does not fasten the seat belt. It goes off when the seat belt is subsequently fastened.

WARNING

When a child booster seat is used on the front passenger seat, the front passenger seat belt warning light will not come on, if the seat belt is not fastened when the booster seat is used. Confirm that the child is wearing the seat belt properly.
Do not install any accessory or sticker that makes the light difficult to see.

Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (front seats)

The seat belt shoulder anchor height can be adjusted. To move the anchor (A), pull the lock knob (B) and slide the anchor to the desired position.

WARNING

Always adjust the shoulder belt anchor so that the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder without touching your neck. The shoulder belt should not be able to fall off your shoulder. Failure to follow this instruction can adversely affect seat belt performance and increase the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.
Adjust the shoulder belt anchor only when the vehicle is not in motion.
Make sure the anchor is securely locked in position after adjusting it.

Storing the rear seat belts (outboard seating positions)

When the seat belts for the rear outboard seating positions are not used, the seat belts can be stored.
Put the seat belt webbing in the back slot (A) on the clip and insert the metal plate of the latch plate into the front slot (B) as shown in the illustration.
When the seat belt is not in use, store it as shown in the illustration.

Seat belt extender

If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender must be obtained. The extender may be used for either of the front seats.

WARNING

The extender should only be used if the existing belt is not long enough. Anyone who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Unnecessary use of an extender can adversely affect seat belt performance in an accident.
When not required, the extender must be removed and stowed.

Seat belt use during pregnancy

Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, pregnant women are more likely to be seriously injured or killed in an accident if they do not wear seat belts.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death to pregnant women and unborn children in an accident, pregnant women should always wear a seat belt. The lap portion of the seat belt should be worn snug and low across the hips and below the rounding. Consult your doctor if you have any additional questions or concerns.

Seat belt pre-tensioner and force limiter systems

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats each have a seat belt equipped with a pre-tensioner system and force limiter system.

Pre-tensioner system

The driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with a seat belt pre-tensioner system. In a moderate-to-severe frontal or side collision or when a rollover or overturning of the vehicle is detected, the pre-tensioner system operates simultaneously with the deployment of the front airbags, side airbags or curtain airbags. The seat belt pre-tensioners are located in the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt retractors (A) and final anchor (B). When activated, the pre-tensioners quickly draw back seat belt webbing and increase seat belt performance.

The seat belt pre-tensioner system includes the following components:

SRS warning light
Front impact sensors
Seat belt pre-tensioner
Airbag control unit
Side impact sensors
Seat belt buckle switches

The airbag control unit monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the system whenever the ignition switch or the operation mode is under the following conditions. These include all of the items listed above and all related wiring.

[Except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
- The ignition switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.
[Vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key]
- The operation mode is in ON.

The seat belt pre-tensioners will operate under the same conditions as the airbag control unit.

When the seat belt pre-tensioners activate, some smoke is released and a loud noise will be heard. The smoke is not harmful, but care should be taken not to intentionally inhale it, as it may cause some temporary irritation to people with respiratory problems.

Even in the event of a severe impact, the pretensioners will not operate if the seat belts are not fastened. The seat belt pre-tensioners may not activate in certain collisions, even though the vehicle may appear to be severely damaged. Such non-activation does not mean that something is wrong with the seat belt pre-tensioner system, but rather that the collision forces were not severe enough to activate the system.

WARNING

The seat belt pre-tensioner system is designed to work only once. After the seat belt pre-tensioners have been activated, they will not work again. They must promptly be replaced and the entire seat belt pre-tensioner system inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

SRS warning

This warning light tells you if there is a problem involving the SRS airbags and/or the seat belt pre-tensioner system. Refer to “SRS warning light/display”.

Force limiter system

In the event of an accident, the seat belt force limiter system will help reduce the force applied to the driver and front seat passenger.

FAQ

How many passengers can the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross seat?

The 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross typically seats up to five passengers.

What type of seats are available in the 2023 Eclipse Cross?

The 2023 Eclipse Cross usually comes with comfortable front and rear seats, with various trim levels offering different upholstery materials.

Are the seats adjustable in the Eclipse Cross?

Yes, the front seats are typically adjustable to allow drivers and passengers to find their preferred seating position.

Is the driver’s seat height-adjustable?

Many models of the 2023 Eclipse Cross come with a height-adjustable driver’s seat, allowing the driver to customize their seating position for better visibility and comfort.

What is the rear seat configuration like in the Eclipse Cross?

The rear seats are usually designed as a split-folding bench, providing flexibility for cargo and passenger space.

How do I fold down the rear seats for more cargo space?

Typically, you can fold down the rear seats by using levers or buttons located in the trunk area of the vehicle.

Does the Eclipse Cross have a third-row seat option?

No, the 2023 Eclipse Cross typically does not come with a third-row seat option. It is a compact SUV with seating for up to five passengers.

Are rear seat heaters available in the Eclipse Cross?

Some trim levels of the 2023 Eclipse Cross may offer rear seat heaters as an optional feature.

How do I adjust the headrests in the Eclipse Cross?

The headrests in the Eclipse Cross are typically adjustable. You can usually adjust their height by pressing a button or pulling them up/down.

Are there seat belt reminders in the Eclipse Cross?

Yes, the 2023 Eclipse Cross typically comes equipped with seat belt reminders for both the front and rear seats to promote safety.

What is the purpose of the seat belt reminder system?

The seat belt reminder system is designed to alert occupants to fasten their seat belts to ensure their safety while driving.

Can I deactivate the seat belt reminder in the Eclipse Cross?

You can typically deactivate the seat belt reminder for the front seats in some circumstances, but it’s advisable to keep it activated for safety.

Do rear passengers have seat belt options for child seats?

The rear seats usually come with standard seat belts, making them suitable for securing child safety seats.

Is the Eclipse Cross equipped with ISOFIX anchors for child seats?

Yes, many models of the 2023 Eclipse Cross typically come with ISOFIX anchors, which facilitate the installation of compatible child safety seats.

Where can I find more information on seat and seat belt setup in the 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

You can refer to the vehicle’s owner’s manual for detailed instructions and information on adjusting seats and correctly using seat belts for the specific trim and model of the 2023 Eclipse Cross you own.

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2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Warning and Indicator Lights Instructions

2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Warning and Indicator Lights

The 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross has a complex set of warning and indicator lights that are part of the vehicle’s communication system. These lights are meant to keep drivers informed about the performance and safety of their vehicle. The check engine light lets drivers know if there might be a problem with the engine. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning light checks the air pressure in the tires, and the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light makes sure the brakes work properly. Also covered are important safety features like the Airbag warning light, which shows how the car’s airbag system is working, and the Stability Control System warning light, which shows how the car’s stability and traction control systems are working. Whether it’s about the health of the engine, the pressure in the tires, or important safety features, these warning and signal lights help drivers keep their 2023 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross running well and safely.

Warning and Indicator Lights

If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving…

NOTE

For information regarding warning displays in the multi-information display, refer to “Multi-information display”.
These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to “ON” or the operation mode is put in ON.

Warning lights	Do this
Charging system warning light	l Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assis- tance immediately.
Brake warning light	l If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking brake is fully released. l If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, immediately stop and check the brake fluid level. l If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction. Avoid hard braking and high speed, and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.
Electric parking brake warning light (if so equipped)	l If the warning light comes on during driving, there is the possibility that the parking brake cannot be operated or released. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice for assistance.

Engine malfunction indicator (“SERVICE ENGINE SOON” or “Check engine light”)	l Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, have the engine system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice immediately. If the vehicle is not drivable, contact emergency road- side assistance at 1-888-648-7820 (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.) or 1-888-576-4878 (for vehicles sold in Canada), an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer, or local tow- ing company for assistance.
Electric power steering system (EPS) warning light	l If this light comes on while the engine is running, it may become harder to turn the steering wheel. Have your vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
Anti-lock braking system warning light	l When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not functioning and only the ordinary braking system is functioning. l Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Test the system as described on page 5-82. l If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we recommend that you have the system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.
SRS warning light	l Immediately have the airbag and the pre-tensioner seat belt system checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

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ASC indicator and ASC OFF indicator

l Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Restart the engine and check whether the indicator goes out.

l If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.

l When this indicator comes on, the active stability control is not functioning and normal operation of the vehicle will not be affected.

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ASC indicator

l Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the engine. Restart the engine and check whether the indicator goes out.

l If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice as soon as possible.

l When this indicator comes on, the hill start assist is not functioning. Start off carefully on a steep uphill slope.

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Tire pressure monitoring system warn- ing light

l If the warning light comes on, you should stop and adjust the tires to the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible.

Refer to “Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-16.

Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will go off after a few minutes of driving.

l If the warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute and then remains continuously illuminated, the system is not operating properly. If the system returns to normal, the warning light will go off. If the warning light does not go off, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.

If this problem occurs…

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Unable to turn the key. (except for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)

Will not turn from “ACC” to “OFF”.

Check the position of the selector lever.

The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.

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The engine does not start when the engine switch is pressed. (for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)

Make sure the F.A.S.T. key is in the vehicle.

Make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position, and then press the engine switch while depressing the brake pedal.

The engine does not start and the operation mode cannot be changed to OFF. (for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)	1. Move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and then change the operation mode to OFF. 2. One of the other causes could be low battery voltage. If this occurs, the keyless entry system and the F.A.S.T.-key operation will also not operate. Contact an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
The F.A.S.T.-key does not operate. (for vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T.-key)	Touch the portion of the F.A.S.T.-key to the engine switch, and then start the engine or change the operation mode. Use the emergency key to lock and unlock the driver’s door.
Cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position.	Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal. Check that the ignition switch or the operation mode is in ON.
The windows are fogged up.	Push the defogger switch to change to the “” position.
The engine does not start. The lights do not come on. The lights are dim. The horn does not honk. The horn sound is weak.	Have the battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.

The information screen in the multi-information display will be interrupted and the engine coolant temperature warning display will appear. Also “

” will blink.

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Steam comes out of the engine compartment.

The engine is overheated.

Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe place.

If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow.

1. Slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving again. For an all-wheel drive vehicle, set the drive mode selector to the “SNOW” or “GRAVEL” position and then slowly press down on the accelerator pedal to get your vehicle moving.

2. If there is nothing to stop your tires from slipping, rock your vehicle out of the stuck position.

WARNING

When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders.
Avoid revving the engine or spinning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in overheating and transaxle failure. If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.

Problem	Do this
The brakes are not functioning properly after crossing a puddle or stream.	Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal.
The continuously variable transmission (CVT) makes no shift change when accelerating. The initial movement of the vehicle is slow when the vehicle starts moving.	There may be a problem in the CVT. If the or warning display on the multi-information display will not turn off, or if they come on frequently, immediately have the vehicle checked at your nearest Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
A tire is punctured.	1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level. 2. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.

FAQ

What are warning and indicator lights in a car?

Warning and indicator lights are symbols or icons on the vehicle’s dashboard that provide information about the car’s status or potential issues.

How do I identify warning and indicator lights in my Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross?

Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for a comprehensive guide to the warning and indicator lights specific to your model.

What does the check engine light mean?

The check engine light typically indicates an issue with the vehicle’s engine or emissions system. It could be caused by various factors, so it’s essential to have it checked by a mechanic.

What should I do if the check engine light comes on?

If the check engine light illuminates, it’s advisable to schedule a diagnostic check with a qualified mechanic to identify and address the underlying issue.

What does the oil pressure warning light indicate?

The oil pressure warning light signals that the engine’s oil pressure is too low, which can be a severe problem. Immediately pull over and turn off the engine to avoid damage.

How do I know if my vehicle is overheating?

The engine coolant temperature warning light will come on if your engine is overheating. Safely pull over and turn off the engine to avoid damage.

What does the battery warning light mean?

The battery warning light indicates a problem with the vehicle’s charging system. It may be caused by a malfunctioning alternator, battery, or electrical issue.

What is the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light?

The TPMS warning light alerts you when one or more of your tires has low pressure, potentially indicating a puncture or leak.

What should I do if the TPMS warning light comes on?

Check your tire pressure and inflate any low tires to the recommended level. If the light persists, there may be a more significant issue with the TPMS system that requires professional attention.

What does the ABS warning light indicate?

The ABS warning light signals a problem with the anti-lock braking system. It may affect your vehicle’s ability to brake safely, so have it inspected promptly.

What does the airbag warning light mean?

The airbag warning light suggests a problem with the vehicle’s airbag system. It’s essential to address this issue promptly, as it affects your safety in the event of an accident.

What is the stability control system warning light?

The stability control system warning light indicates an issue with your car’s stability control or traction control system, which helps maintain control during slippery conditions.

What does the gas cap warning light signify?

The gas cap warning light alerts you that the fuel cap is not properly tightened. A loose or missing gas cap can lead to fuel system issues.

What does the high-beam indicator light mean?

The high-beam indicator light comes on when your high-beam headlights are activated.

How do I reset a warning or indicator light?

Some warning lights may go off on their own once the issue is resolved. Others may require a mechanic or diagnostic tool to reset them.

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