Driving Precaution; Fuel Economy; Driving, Alcohol And Drugs - Mitsubishi 2016 Outlander Manual

Driving precaution

Driving precaution
WARNING
 Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Avoid abrupt maneuvers and excessive
speed. Always buckle up.
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Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance
and a narrower track, which enables them to
perform in a wide variety of off-road situa-
tions. Because of the higher ground clear-
ance, these vehicles have a higher center of
gravity, which makes them handle differently
than ordinary vehicles when driving on pave-
ment. They are not designed to maneuver or
corner at the same speed on pavement as con-
ventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars any
more than low-slung sports cars are designed
to perform satisfactorily in off-road condi-
tions.
Always drive safely and steer the vehicle
carefully. Avoid operating the vehicle in a
manner that might require sharp turns or
abrupt maneuvers. As with other vehicles of
this type, failure to operate this vehicle cor-
rectly can result in loss of control or vehicle
rollover.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sig-
nificantly more likely to die than a person
wearing a seat belt. Before starting the vehi-
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cle, always make certain that you and all your
passengers are properly wearing their seat
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priate restraints).

Fuel economy

Fuel economy is dependent on many factors.
Your personal driving habits can have a sig-
nificant effect on your fuel consumption.
Several recommendations for achieving the
greatest fuel economy are listed below.
 Whenever accelerating from a stop,
always accelerate slowly and smoothly.
 When parked for even a short period, do
not idle the engine. Shut it off.
 Plan your trips to avoid unnecessary
stops.
 Keep your tires inflated to the recom-
mended pressures.
 When driving a 4-wheel drive vehicle on
highways or dry improved roads, set the
drive mode to "4WD ECO" or "4WD
AUTO" (Electronically controlled 4WD),
or "AWC ECO" or "NORMAL" (S-
AWC).
 For freeway driving, maintain a speed of
approximately 50 mph (80 km/h) when
traffic, roadway and weather conditions
safely permit.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
 Keep your air filter clean and your vehicle
lubricated according to the recommenda-
tions in this manual.
 Always keep your vehicle well main-
tained. A poorly maintained engine
wastes fuel and costs money.
 Never overload your vehicle.
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Driving, alcohol and drugs

Drunk driving is one of the most frequent
causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired
even with blood alcohol levels far below the
legal minimum. If you have been drinking,
don't drive. Ride with a designated non-
drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use
public transportation. Drinking coffee or tak-
ing a cold shower will not make you sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription
drugs affect your alertness, perception and
reaction time. Consult with your doctor or
pharmacist before driving while under the
influence of any of these medications.
WARNING
 NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired.
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