ABS
Anti-lock Brakes
This is a brake system that prevents slippage due to wheel lock when the brake is applied.
ABS adjusts the braking pressure by “pulsing” the brakes to prevent the wheels from locking
up under hard braking, leaving the driver with directional control.
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ACD
Active Centre Differential System
The ACD system makes it possible to control the flow of power to the wheels through a limited slip differential. The ECU uses inputs from multiple sensors, including yaw rate (rotational movement), steering angle, and lateral acceleration and adjusts the distribution of torque to compensate for undesirable handling behaviours like under-steer. The result is improved steering response together with better traction.
ALR
Automatic Locking Retractor
Automatic locking retractors allow you to manually lock the rear seatbelts therefore preventing further extension. This system is extremely useful when using child safety seats or securing loads as the object can be “locked” in to a fixed position.
You can lock a rear seatbelt with automatic retractors by fully extending the shoulder belt and then slowly feeding it back in. The belt now retracts against a ratchet action that prevents the belt from extending until it has been fully retracted. Once it has been fully retracted the belt will return to a standard ELR seatbelt.
ASC
Active Stability Control
Active stability control provides the driver with greater control in tough cornering situations. ASC reduces the chance of under-steer or over-steer occurring by adjusting engine power and applying the brakes independently on each wheel. The result – a tighter and safer driving line.
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ATC
Active Traction Control
Active traction control is a key safety and control feature and operates to improve stability and acceleration performance on a wide variety of surfaces, especially slippery conditions. ATC enables the driver to keep the vehicle on a chosen line by constantly monitoring steering input and vehicle speed, instantaneously adjusting engine power as required. When the system detects that the driver intends to accelerate excessively, the engine output is controlled so that the driver can negotiate corners easily and safely.
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AYC
Active Yaw Control
The AYC system controls the vehicle’s rotational forces (roll and pitch movement) by sensing road surface conditions, steering wheel angle, lateral acceleration and electronically controlling the distribution of power to the left and right rear tyres. When entering a curve the power is applied to the outer wheels thereby improving manoeuvrability. When accelerating in the latter half of the curve the power is transferred back to the outer wheels to reduce understeer.
CVT
Continuously Variable Transmission
CVT is an alternative transmission and operates by varying the working diameters of the two main pulleys in the transmission to keep the engine in its optimum power range, thereby increasing efficiency and overall driving smoothness.
The pulleys form V-shaped grooves in which the connecting belt rides. One side of the pulley is fixed; the other side is moveable, actuated by a hydraulic cylinder. When actuated, the cylinder can increase or reduce the amount of space between the two sides of the pulley. This allows the belt to ride lower or higher along the walls of the pulley, depending on driving conditions, thereby changing the gear ratio.
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EASY SELECT 4WD
Easy Select 4WD
Easy Select 4WD allows drivers to move the transmission selector from 2H to 4H ‘on the fly’ at speeds up to 100km/h. NB To select 4L the vehicle must be stationary and the gear-shifter in neutral.
EBAC
Engine Brake Assist Control
EBAC helps to maintain traction while driving down steep, slippery surfaces. EBAC ensures that engine braking remains effective and constant whilst maintaining traction and keeping the driver in full control.
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EBD
Electronic Braking Distribution
The EBD system works with ABS to modulate braking forces between front and rear wheels to provide
maximum braking performance and longer front brake service life.
ELR
Emergency Locking Retractor
Allows the seatbelt to be freely extended or rewound. It locks only when the vehicle slows, changes direction or stops suddenly. Most rear ELR seatbelts can be converted to an ALR seatbelt when required. Refer to your owner’s manual for instructions on performing this conversion.
ETACS (Pre 2004)
Electric Time and Alarm Control System
ETACS is an electronic control system that allows the customisation of a range of security and convenience features such as central locking and cabin lighting. Availability of features varies between models.
ETACS (Post 2005)
Electronic Total Automotive Control System
Since 2005 ETACS responsibilities on some models have expanded. It has become the communication hub for all of the vehicles electronic functions, receiving and outputting information via the CAN’s(control area network’s) and LIN (local interconnect network) data lines. ETACS allows the customisation of standard features and the integration of optional equipment into the vehicles communication network.
GDi
Gasoline Direct Injection
GDI supplies fuel directly to the inside of the cylinder to decrease fuel consumption and increase engine output.
A variety of air-fuel mixtures can be created according to changes in the fuel injection timing.
GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight
This is the maximum mass of a vehicle including passengers, fuel, coolant, oil, water and any luggage/load it’s carrying (e.g., equipment and/or accessories).
INVECS
Intelligent & Innovative Vehicles Electronic Control System
In simple terms INVECS is a computer-controlled automatic transmission which has the ability to "learn" your driving style. As soon as you start driving the computer begins to monitor your driving style, and after a short while sets the up and down-change points to suit, thus smoothing out progress on the road.
KERB WEIGHT
This is the total mass of a vehicle including fuel, oil, water, coolant, tools, jacks and spare tyre but it is not loaded with passengers or luggage.
LSD
Limited Slip Diff
A limited slip differential is generally found on off-road, rear-drive vehicles. It limits the speed and torque differences between its two outputs(wheels) and ensures that if one wheel is losing traction the other is still receiving torque.
LSPV
Load Sensing Proportioning Valve
The load sensing proportioning valve is linked to the rear suspension or axle and adjusts rear brake pressure to compensate for changes in vehicle loading. As the vehicle is loaded, ride height decreases and pressure to the rear brakes is increased.
MATT
Mitsubishi All Terrain Technology
The Mitsubishi All Terrain Technology (MATT) package consists of a combination of the following components, depending on the vehicle; ASC, EBAC and ATC systems to inspire on and off-road confidence in all drivers. By using sensors to measure lateral force, longitudinal force, yaw rate and wheel speed the vehicle’s computer can limit engine output and braking force, ensuring the vehicle remains in total control.
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MIEV
Mitsubishi In-wheel motor Electric Vehicle
Mitsubishi Motors has chosen to centre its development of next-generation electric vehicle technology in two areas, in-wheel motors and lithium-ion batteries. In-wheel motors require much less drive-train space when compared to other electric hybrid systems currently available, therefore making the vehicle much more user friendly. The company is currently working on a test vehicle that utilises these core technologies.
Click Here, To read the press release relating to this development.
MIVEC
Mitsubishi Innovative Valve Timing Electronic Control
The Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control engine offers fuel economy in city driving conditions without sacrificing performance.
How does MIVEC work? At lower speeds (less than 3,500 rpm), the MIVEC engine intelligently adjusts itself to offer crisp throttle response to accelerate you through the intricacies of city driving. As engine speeds increase, MIVEC takes on its sportier side and spreads the power delivery throughout the rest of the RPM range by allowing more air into the combustion chambers.
MMCS
Mitsubishi Multi Communication System
This system is highly developed when fitted to Japanese domestic ( used import) vehicles and can include audio systems, television, navigation systems and trip computers.
These systems unfortunately are only developed with the Japanese language and does not support capabilities or firmware to convert the screen to English.
REAR DIFF LOCK
Rear Diff Lock
Rear diff lock evenly distributes the available torque the right rear and left rear wheels. This ensures that even if one wheel is slipping or has left the ground the other will keep turning at the same speed. Rear diff lock can only be selected in 4WD mode at speeds less than 12km/h. It should not be used in situations where consistent traction across both rear wheels is available eg tarmac road driving.
RISE
Reinforced Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) Body
In the event of a collision, reducing the impact to the occupant and maintaining the available survival space within the vehicle is essential. Mitsubishi's innovative Refined Impact Safety Evolution (RISE) chassis offers structural rigidity (to prevent longitudinal twisting), integrated, energy-absorbing crumple zones, strategically applied reinforcements at key body points and side-impact door beams to give you added peace of mind.
SRS
Supplementary Restraint Systems
Airbags are known as Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) and are not a substitute for the use of seatbelts.
An airbag consists of a bag device that inflates rapidly during an impact to protect the occupants from colliding with the interior of the car. Newer developments include SRS airbags on the side of seats and above the doors.
For the particulars of your vehicle’s system you should consult your owner’s manual. If airbags are fitted, the steering wheel cover and/or dashboard cover will usually have the words ‘airbag’ or ‘SRS airbag’ moulded into them.
SUPER AYC
Active Yaw Control system
The Super AYC system controls the vehicle's rotational forces (yaw moment) by sensing road surface conditions, steering wheel angle, lateral acceleration and electronically controlling the distribution of power to the left and right rear tyres.
When entering a curve, the power is applied to the outer wheels thereby improving manoeuvrability. When accelerating in the latter half of a curve, the power is transferred back to the outer wheels and reduces understeer. In addition, power is transferred from the wheel(s), regardless of side, on slippery or rough surfaces to the wheel(s) that are on a non-slip surface. This improves both stability and acceleration from standstill.
SUPER SELECT 4WD
Super Select 4WD
Super Select 4WD, like Easy Select allows drivers to move from 2H to 4H ‘on the fly’. The benefit of Super Select is that drive to the front wheels will only be engaged when rear traction sensors detect slippage. This occurs through a viscous coupling unit (VCU) in the centre differential. 4HLc by-passes the VCU, locking the front and rear wheels into 4WD. 4LLc is a low ratio option that gives the driver the ability to produce higher revs at lower speeds, this mode can only be selected when the vehicle is completely stationary.
VCU
Viscous Coupling Unit
A viscous coupling unit is commonly found on AWD vehicles and in automatic transmissions. It comprises an outer housing, a close arrangement of metal plates that alternately attached to either the input or output shafts, and a viscous fluid that sits between and around the plates.
If the input plates have a different spinning speed (eg both front wheels are spinning) to the output (rear wheels) plates the viscous fluid acts like a clutch on the output plates delivering greater torque to the rear wheels.