2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Warning and Indicator Lights Instructions

Many warning and indicator lights on the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV are meant to keep drivers aware of the car’s different systems and conditions. These signs are very important because they let drivers know about possible problems, which keeps them safe and improves their driving experience. When you start the car, a short system check starts, and all of the warning lights come on for a moment to make sure everything is working right. The different colored lights show different messages. For example, red lights mean there is a serious problem that needs to be fixed right away, yellow lights mean be careful or do some maintenance, and green or blue lights mean everything is fine or that a feature is active. Drivers must look at their car’s manual to understand what each light means and know what to do when they see one. Checking and responding to these warning and indicator lights regularly will help the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV’s general safety and performance, making driving easier and safer.

WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Warning/indicator lights (red)

Auxiliary battery charge warning light

 

 

 

 

Brake warning light (red)

 

 

 

Electric shift control system warning light

 

 

 

 

Electric parking brake warning light

 

 

 

Engine oil pressure warning light

 

 

Hands OFF warning light (if so equipped)

 

 

Master warning light (red)

 

 

Seat belt warning light and chime

 

 

SRS airbag warning light

 

 

Warning/indicator lights (yellow)

Active stability control [ASC] warning light

 

 

Active stability control [ASC] off indicator light

 

 

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System [AVAS] warning light

 

 

 

 

Anti-lock Braking System [ABS] warning light

 

 

The brake system warning light

 

 

Check engine warning light

 

 

Electric power steering warning light

 

 

Forward Collision Mitigation System [FCM] OFF warning light (if so equipped)

 

Hill Descent Control system ON indicator light

 

 

Low tire pressure warning light

 

 

Master warning light (yellow)

 

 

Plug-in Hybrid EV System warning light

 

 

Rear Automatic Emergency Braking [Rear AEB] system OFF warning light (if so equipped)

 

Warning/indicator lights (other)

Automatic High Beam [AHB] indicator light (if so equipped)

 

 

Brake auto hold indicator light (orange)

 

 

Brake auto hold indicator light (green)

 

 

Charging indicator

 

 

Drive battery temperature warning light

 

 

 

Exterior light indicator

 

 

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)

 

 

High beam indicator light

 

 

Innovative Pedal Operation Mode indicator

 

 

READY indicator

 

 

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

 

 

CHECKING LIGHTS

With all doors closed, apply the parking brake, fasten the seat belts, and place the power switch in the ON position without starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system. The following lights (if so equipped) will come on: The following lights (if so equipped) come on briefly and then go off: If any lights do not come on or operate in a way other than described, it may indicate a burned-out bulb and/or a system malfunction. It is recommended you have the system checked by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS (red)

Auxiliary battery charge warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the auxiliary battery charge warning light illuminates and then turns off.
If the light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.

Brake warning light (red)
This light functions for the brake system.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the power switch is placed in the ON position, the brake warning light illuminates and then turns off. If the light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is running, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

 

1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is necessary, add fluid and have the system checked. It is recommended you have this service performed by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer. (See “Brake fluid” 
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended you have this service performed by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.

Anti-lock Braking System [ABS] warning indicator:
When the parking brake is released and the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake warning light and the Anti-lock Braking System [ABS] warning light illuminate, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked, and if necessary repaired. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service. (See “Anti-lock Braking System ABS warning light” 

WARNING

• Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous.
• Pressing the brake pedal with the Plug-in Hybrid EV system stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
• If the brake fluid level is below the minimum or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.

Electric shift control system warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the electric shift control system warning light illuminates, and then turns off. This indicates the electric shift control system is operational.
The electric shift control system warning light illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the electric shift control system. When the master warning light illuminates, the chime sounds, and the following message is displayed in the multi-information display: “When parked apply parking brake”.
When the power switch is placed in the OFF position, the chime sounds continuously. Ensure the parking brake is applied.
Have the system checked by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer or a repair facility of your choice immediately.

Electric parking brake or warning light
The electric parking brake warning light indicates that the electric parking brake system is operating.
When the power switch is placed in the ON position, the electric parking brake warning light illuminates. When the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is started and the parking brake is released, the warning light turns off.
If the parking brake is not fully released, the electric parking brake warning light remains on. Be sure that the electric parking brake warning light is turned off before driving. (See “Parking brake”
If the electric parking brake warning light illuminates or flashes while the brake system warning light illuminates, it may indicate that the electric parking brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked, and if necessary repaired. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.

Engine oil pressure warning light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. When the power switch is in the “ON” position, the engine oil pressure warning light illuminates. After starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system, the engine oil pressure warning light turns off. This indicates that the oil pressure sensors in the engine are operational.
If the engine oil pressure warning light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low. Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Stop the Plug-in Hybrid EV system immediately and call a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.

CAUTION

• Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light illuminated could cause serious damage to the engine.
• The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. The oil level should be checked using the dipstick

Hands OFF warning light (if so equipped)
When the Lane Keep Assist [LKA] is activated, it monitors the driver’s steering wheel operation. If the steering wheel is not operated or the driver takes his/her hands off the steering wheel for some time, the warning light illuminates the meter panel. If the driver does not operate the steering wheel after the warning light has been illuminated, an audible alert sounds, and the warning flashes in the multi-information display, followed by a quick brake application to request the driver to take control of the vehicle again. (See “Lane Keep Assist LKA

Master warning light (red)
When the power switch is in the ON position, the master warning light (red) illuminates if a warning message appears in the multi-information display.

 

 

Seat belt warning light and chime
The seat belt warning light located in the instrument panel will immediately illuminate whenever the power switch is ON and any front-row occupant’s seat belt is not fastened. It will also illuminate if any rear seat belt changes from fastened to unfastened.
If the vehicle speed exceeds 10 MPH (15 km/h) the light will flash and a chime will sound for at least 95 seconds or until all occupants are deemed to have their seat belts securely fastened.
All occupants are deemed fastened when all front-row occupants have their seat belts securely fastened and the number of rear-fastened seat belts matches the maximum number seen during the journey. The journey is considered finished and the system will reset when either rear door is opened while the vehicle is stationary. When the power switch is placed in the ON position, the chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belt warning light and chime

SRS airbag warning light
After placing the power switch in the ON position, the SRS airbag warning light will illuminate. The SRS airbag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the supple-mental front airbag and supplemental side airbag, curtain airbag systems, and/or pre-tensioner seat belt are operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front airbag, side airbag, curtain airbag, and systems need servicing.

• The SRS airbag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
• The SRS airbag warning light flashes intermittently.
• The SRS airbag warning light does not illuminate at all.

It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint Systems and/or the pretensioners may not function properly. For additional information, see “Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

WARNING
If the SRS airbag warning light is on, it could mean that the front airbag, side airbag, curtain airbag, and/or systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS (yellow)

Active stability control [ASC] warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the Active stability control [ASC] warning light illuminates and then turns off.
The light will blink when the Active stability control [ASC] or the traction control system is operating, thus alerting the driver that the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The road surface may be slippery.
If the ASC warning light illuminates while the ASC is on, this light alerts the driver to the fact that the ASC’s fail-safe mode is operating, for example, the ASC may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the ASC function will be canceled but the vehicle is still driveable. For additional information, see “Active Stability Control ASC” (P.7-160) of this manual.

Active stability control [ASC] off indicator light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the Active stability control [ASC] off indicator light illuminates and then turns off.
The light comes on when the Active stability control [ASC] is turned OFF. This indicates that the ASC and traction control system are not operating.

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System [AVAS] warning light
The light illuminates when the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System [AVAS] is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.
See “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System AVAS

 

Anti-lock Braking System [ABS] warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the Anti-lock Braking System [ABS] warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. The brake system then operates normally but without anti-lock assistance. (See “Brake system”

The brake system warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the brake system warning light illuminates and then turns off.
The brake system warning light functions for the electric parking brake system or brake system. If the warning light illuminates, it may indicate that the electric parking brake system or brake system is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked, and, if necessary, repaired. It is recommended that you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service.

Check engine warning light
This light is part of an onboard diagnostic system that monitors the emissions, and an engine control system.
If a problem is detected in one of these systems, this light illuminates.
Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, we recommend you have the system checked as soon as possible.
This light will also illuminate when the operation mode of the power switch is put in ON and goes off after the Plug-in Hybrid EV System has started. If it does not go off after the Plug-in Hybrid EV System has started, we recommend you have the vehicle checked.

CAUTION

• Prolonged driving with this light on may cause further damage to the emission control system. It could also affect fuel economy and drivability.
• If the light does not illuminate when the operation mode is put in ON, we recommend you have the system checked.
• If the light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV System is operating, avoid driving at high speeds and have the system inspected by a Mitsubishi Motors Authorized Service Point as soon as possible.

NOTE:
The engine electronic control module accommodating the onboard diagnostic system has various fault data (especially about the exhaust emission) stored.
Do not disconnect an auxiliary battery cable when the check engine warning light is ON.

Electric power steering warning light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the electric power steering warning light illuminates. After starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system, the electric power steering warning light turns off. This indicates the electric power steering is operational.
If the electric power steering warning light illuminates while the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is running, it may indicate the electric power steering is not functioning properly and may need servicing. Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service When the electric power steering warning light illuminates with the Plug-in Hybrid EV system running, the power assist to the steering will cease operation but you will still have control of the vehicle. At this time, greater steering efforts are required to operate the steering wheel, especially in sharp turns and at low speeds.

Forward Collision Mitigation System [FCM] OFF warning light (if so equipped)
When the power switch is in the ON position, the FCM system OFF warning light illuminates. After starting the Plug-in Hybrid EV system, the warning light turns off.
This light illuminates when the FCM system is set to OFF on the multi-information display.
If the light illuminates when the FCM system is ON, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. See “Forward Collision Mitigation System FCM” (P.7-127) or “Predictive Forward Collision Warning PFCW”

Hill Descent Control system ON indicator light
When the power switch is placed in the “ON” position the Hill Descent Control system ON indicator light illuminates briefly and then turns off. This indicates that the Hill Descent Control system is operational.
The light illuminates when the Hill Descent Control system is activated. If the Hill Descent Control system is on and the indicator light blinks, the system is not engaged.
If the indicator light does not illuminate or blink when the Hill Descent Control system is on, the system may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked by a Mitsubishi Motors dealer.
For additional information, see “Hill Descent Control HDC

Low tire pressure warning light
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System [TPMS] that monitors the tire pressure of all tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not functioning properly. After the power switch is placed in the ON position, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off.
Low tire pressure warning: If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the warning light will illuminate. The “Tire Pressure Low – Add Air”/“Tire Pressure Low – Check Cold Tire” warning also appears in the multi-information display.
When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The low tire pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the recommended pressure, the vehicle must be driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. The “Tire Pressure Low – Add Air”/“Tire Pressure Low – Check Cold Tire” warning is active as long as the low tire pressure warning light remains illuminated.
For additional information, see “Multi-information display “Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS”  and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS
TPMS malfunction:
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute when the power switch is placed in the ON position. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service. The “Tire Pressure Low – Add Air”/“Tire Pressure Low -Check Cold Tire” warning does not appear if the low tire pressure warning light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.
For additional information, see “Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS”

WARNING

• If the light does not illuminate with the power switch placed in the ON position, have the vehicle checked. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for this service as soon as possible.
• If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location, and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Driving with under-inflated tires may permanently damage the tires and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat or the TPMS may be malfunctioning. If you have a flat tire, repair it with the tire repair kit as soon as possible. If no tire is flat and all tires are properly inflated, it is recommended you consult a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.
• If a wheel that is not equipped with the TPMS is installed, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Have your tires replaced and/or the TPMS system reset as soon as possible. It is recommended you visit a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer for these services.
• Replacing tires with those not originally specified by Mitsubishi Motors could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

• The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly.
• If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly.
• Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the four wheels correctly.

Master warning light (yellow)
When the power switch is in the ON position, the master warning light (yellow) illuminates if a warning message appears in the multi-information display. See “Multi-information display

 

Plug-in Hybrid EV System warning light
This warning light will illuminate when there is a fault in the Plug-in Hybrid EV System.
Normally, this warning light illuminates when the operation mode of the power switch is put in ON, and goes off after a few seconds.

CAUTION
If the warning light illuminates and a relevant warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the Plug-in Hybrid EV System is running, follow the instructions of the message. See “Multi-information display warnings and indicators

Rear Automatic Emergency Braking [Rear AEB] system OFF warning light (if so equipped)
This light comes on when the power switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the Plug-in Hybrid EV system is started.
This light illuminates when the Rear AEB system is turned off in the multi-information display.
If the light illuminates when the Rear AEB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. For additional information, see “Rear Automatic Emergency Braking Rear AEB

WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS (other)

Automatic High Beam [AHB] indicator light (if so equipped)
The Automatic High Beam [AHB] indicator light illuminates when the Automatic High Beam [AHB] system is turned on and is operational. (See “Automatic High Beam AHB

 

Brake auto-hold indicator light (orange)
The Brake auto hold indicator light (orange) illuminates when the Brake auto hold system is on standby. (See “Brake Auto Hold

 

 

Brake auto hold indicator light (green)
The Brake auto hold indicator light (green) illuminates while the Brake auto hold system is operating. (See “Brake Auto Hold

 

 

Charging indicator
This indicator illuminates when the EV charging cable is connected.
After that, the light switches to being blinked when charging starts.
When charging is complete, the indicator will change from blinking to lit and will turn off after a while.

Drive battery temperature warning light
This warning light flashes when the drive battery becomes hot, and when the temperature rises further, the warning light continues to illuminate and the drive battery temperature warning message is displayed at the same time. Stop at a safe place and contact a certified Mitsubishi EV dealer.

Exterior light indicator
This indicator illuminates when the headlight switch is turned to the AUTO (if so equipped),
or position and the front parking lights, tail lights, license plate lights, or headlights are on. The indicator turns off when these lights are turned off.

Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)
The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are on. (See “Fog light switch

 

High beam indicator light
This light illuminates when the headlight’s high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected.

 

Innovative Pedal Operation Mode indicator
The Innovative Pedal Operation Mode indicator in the vehicle information display shows the status of the Innovative Pedal Operation Mode system. When the system is turned on, the indicator illuminates.
For additional information, see “Innovative Pedal Operation Mod

READY indicator
The READY indicator keeps flashing until the Plug-in Hybrid EV System is activated. When the Plug-in Hybrid EV System has activated normally and the vehicle becomes ready to run, the light stops flashing and stays lit. Refer to “Starting and stopping the Plug-in Hybrid EV System If the indicator keeps flashing, the vehicle cannot drive.

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on.

 

AUDIBLE REMINDERS Light reminder chime
The light reminder chime will sound when the driver-side door is opened with the headlight switch in the or position, and the power switch is in the OFF position.
Turn the light switch off when you leave the vehicle.

Driving aid chimes
An audible alert/chime may be heard if any of the following systems are active (if so equipped):

• Forward Collision Mitigation System [FCM]
• Predictive Forward Collision Warning [PFCW]
• Blind Spot Warning [BSW]

FAQs

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