Mitsubishi Outlander: Automatic air conditioning

The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is running.

Control panel

1- Temperature control dial. 2- Air selection switch. 3- Blower speed selection dial. 4- Air conditioning switch. 5- Mode selection dial. 6- Rear window demister switch → P. 3-70.

NOTE:
● There is a photo sensor (A) and interior air temperature sensor (B) inside the vehicle. Do not place anything on these sensors. The sensors will not function properly if anything is placed on them.

Blower speed selection dial

Select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial clockwise or anticlockwise. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the air flow and anticlockwise to decrease the air flow.

Temperature control dial

Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or anticlockwise

NOTE:
● While the engine coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the engine warms up even if you have selected warm air with the dial.
● When the temperature is set to the highest or the lowest setting under the AUTO operation, the air selection and the air conditioning will be automatically changed as follows. • Quick Heating (When the temperature is set to the highest setting) Outside air will be introduced and the air conditioning will stop. • Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set to the lowest setting) Inside air will be recirculated and the air conditioning will operate. The settings described above are the factory settings. The air selection and air conditioning switches can be customised (function setting changed), and the automatic switching of outside air and the air conditioning according to operating conditions can be changed as desired. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorised Service Point. Refer to “Customising the air conditioning switch (Changing function settings)” on page 5-12. Refer to “Customising the air selection (Changing function settings)” on page 5-10.

Air selection switch

To change the air selection, simply press the air selection switch. There is a sound each time the switch is pressed.
● Outside air: Indicator lamp (A) is OFF Outside air is introduced into the passenger compartment.
● Recirculated air: Indicator lamp (A) is ON Air is recirculated inside the passenger compartment.

CAUTION:
● Normally, use the outside position to keep the windscreen and side windows clear and quickly remove fog or frost from the windscreen. If high cooling performance is desired, or if the outside air is dusty or otherwise contaminated use the recirculation position. Switch to the outside position periodically to increase ventilation so that the windows do not become fogged up.
● Use of the recirculation position for extended time may cause the windows to fog up.

NOTE:
● When the mode selection dial or the blower speed selection dial is set to the “AUTO” position again after manual operation, the air selection dial will also be automatically controlled.

Customising the air selection (Changing function settings)

Functions can be changed as desired, as stated below.
● Enable automatic air control: If the mode selection dial or blower speed selection dial is turned to the “AUTO” position, the air selection switch is also controlled automatically.
● Disable automatic air control: Even if the mode selection dial or blower speed selection dial is turned to the “AUTO” position, the air selection switch is not controlled automatically.
● Setting change method Hold down the air selection switch for about 10 seconds or more. When the setting is changed, a sound is emitted and the indicator lamp flashes. • When the setting is changed from enable to disable 3 sounds are emitted and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times. • When the setting is changed from disable to enable 2 sounds are emitted and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times.

NOTE:
● The factory setting is “Enable automatic air control.”
● When the mode selection dial is turned to, in order to prevent misting of the windows the ventilator automatically switches to outside air even if “Disable automatic air control” is set.

Air conditioning switch

Push the switch to turn the air condition on, indicator lamp (A) will come on. There is a sound each time the switch is pressed.

Push the switch again to switch it off.

CAUTION:
● When using the air conditioning, the idling speed may slightly increase as the air conditioning compressor is switched on/off automatically. Therefore, use care when starting to move the vehicle.

NOTE:
● If a problem is detected in the air conditioning system, the air conditioning operation indicator lamp (A) blinks. Press the air conditioning switch once to turn it off, then once more to turn it back on. If the air conditioning operation indicator lamp does not blink for a while, there is nothing wrong. If it starts to blink again, we recommend you to have it checked.
● Sometimes, for example after using a high-pressure car wash, the condenser can get wet with water, and the operation indicator lamp (A) blinks temporarily. In this case there is nothing wrong. Wait for a while, press the air conditioning switch once to turn the system off, then once more to turn it back on. Once the water evaporates, the blinking will stop.

Customising the air conditioning switch (Changing function settings)

Functions can be changed as desired, as stated below.
● Enable automatic air conditioning control: If the mode selection dial or blower speed selection dial is turned to the “AUTO” position, or the temperature control dial is set to the minimum temperature, the air conditioning switch is controlled automatically.
● Disable automatic air conditioning control: The air conditioning switch is not controlled automatically as long as the air conditioning switch is not operated.
● Setting change method Hold down the air conditioning switch for about 10 seconds or more. When the setting is changed, a sound is emitted and the indicator lamp flashes. • When the setting is changed from enable to disable 3 sounds are emitted and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times. • When the setting is changed from disable to enable 2 sounds are emitted and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times.

NOTE:
● The factory setting is “Enable automatic air conditioning control”.
● When you turn the mode selection dial to, in order to prevent misting of the windows the air conditioning operates automatically even if “Disable automatic air conditioning control” is set.

Operating the system in automatic mode

In normal conditions, use the system in the AUTO mode and follow these procedures: 1. Set the blower speed selection dial to the “AUTO” position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature. 3. Set the mode selection dial to the “AUTO” position.

The outlet port (except, recirculation/outside air select and blower speed, and ON/OFF of air conditioning will be controlled automatically. To stop the system, turn the blower speed selection dial to the “OFF” position.

CAUTION:
● When using the air conditioning, the idling speed may slightly increase as the air conditioning compressor is switched on/off automatically. Therefore, use care when starting to move the vehicle.

NOTE:
● While the engine coolant temperature is low, the temperature of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with the dial. To prevent the windscreen and windows from fogging up, the ventilator mode will be changed to and the blower speed will be reduced.
● If the blower speed selection dial, air conditioning switch, mode selection dial, or air selection switch is operated while the system is operating in the AUTO mode, the activated function overrides the corresponding function of automatic control. All other functions remain under automatic control.

Operating the system in manual air mode

Blower speed and ventilator mode may be controlled manually by setting the blower speed selection dial and the mode selection dial to the desired positions. To return to automatic operation, set the dials to the “AUTO” position.

Demisting of the windscreen and door windows

CAUTION:
● For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows.

Use the mode selection dial (or) to remove frost or mist from the windscreen or door windows.

For ordinary demisting

Perform the following settings to prevent the misting of the windscreen and door windows, and heat the leg area.

1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. 2. Set the mode selection dial to theposition. 3. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial. 4. Select your desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. 5. Push the air conditioning switch (B).

For quick demisting

1. Set the mode selection dial to theposition. 2. Set your blower to the maximum speed. 3. Set the temperature to the highest position.

NOTE:
● With the mode selection dial in theposition, the air conditioning operates automatically and outside air is set automatically.
● To demist effectively, direct the air flow from the side ventilators toward the door windows.
● Do not set the temperature control dial to the max. cool position. Cool air will blow against the window glasses and prevent demisting.

Important operation tips for the air conditioning

● Park the vehicle in the shade. Parking in the hot sun will make the vehicle inside extremely hot, and it will require more to cool the interior. If it is necessary to park in the sun, open the windows for the first few minutes of air conditioning operation to expel the hot air.
● Close the windows when the air conditioning is in use. The entry of outside air through open windows will reduce the cooling efficiency.
● Too much cooling is not good for the health. Keep the difference between the vehicle interior temperature and outside temperature to 5 to 6C.
● When operating the system, make sure the air intake, which is located in front of the windscreen, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves collected in the airintake plenum may reduce air flow and plug the plenum water drains.

Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations

If the air conditioning seems less effective than usual, the cause might be a refrigerant leak. We recommend you to have the system inspected. The air conditioning system in your vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC-134a and the lubricant SUN-PAG56. Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will cause severe damage which will result in the need to replace your vehicle’s entire air conditioning system. The release of refrigerant into the atmosphere is not recommended. The new refrigerant HFC-134a in your vehicle will not harm the ozone layer. We recommend you to recover and recycle the refrigerant for reuse.

During a long period of disuse

The air conditioning should be operated for at least five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This is to prevent the compressor from seizing and to maintain the air conditioning in the best operating condition.

Air purifier

An air filter has been incorporated into this air conditioning so that pollen and dust are cleaned from the air. Replace the air filter periodically as its ability to clean the air will be reduced as it collects pollen and dirt. For the maintenance interval, refer to the “SERVICE BOOKLET”.

NOTE:
● Operation in certain conditions such as driving on a dusty road and frequent use of the air conditioning can lead to reduction of service life of the filter. When you feel that the air flow is lower than normal or when the windshield or windows start to fog up easily, replace the air filter. We recommend you to have it checked.

Ventilators

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