You can start or stop your vehicle’s engine by using the My Mitsubishi Connect Mobile App. You can remotely start your vehicle before you leave home or work in advance to bring it to a comfortable temperature.
If you choose to start the engine:
- Your phone and the vehicle must have good cellular coverage.
- Your vehicle must be located in an open area.
- All doors to the vehicle must be closed and locked.
- The hood and trunk must be closed.
- The gear selector must be in the 'Park' position.
- The vehicle key must be outside of the vehicle.
- The brake pedal cannot be depressed.
If the remote operation is successful:
- The engine remains on for approximately 10 minutes.
- The app prompts you to set the temperature.
After 10 minutes, the engine turns off automatically. After sending two consecutive Remote START commands from the My Mitsubishi Connect App or if you have not started your vehicle's engine in the last 5 days, you will need to start your engine manually with the key before sending additional Remote START commands.
Never start the engine if the vehicle is located in a closed or poorly ventilated area. See the Owner's Manual for more information regarding carbon monoxide gas.
Remote START STOP ENGINE may be subject to state or local regulations governing engine idling or noise in the location of your vehicle. It is your responsibility to use Remote START STOP ENGINE safely and legally.
To start or stop the engine, follow the steps below.
- Sign in to your account on the My Mitsubishi Connect Mobile App.
- Select the remote-operations or car icon at the bottom of the home screen.
- Select the START STOP ENGINE icon.
- Select START or STOP.
- If turning the engine on, a warning appears and asks you to confirm if it is safe.
- A message appears that confirms the success or failure of your request.