MITSUBISHI iMiEV 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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3Power window control
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NOTE
Never try to operate the main switch and sub-switch in
different directions at the same time. This will freeze the
window in position.

Operating the power windows repeatedly with the electric
motor unit stopped will run down the 12V starter battery.
Use the window switches only while the electric motor
unit is operating.
Main switch
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The main switch located on the driver’s door can be used to
operate all the windows.
A window can be opened or closed by operating the corre-
sponding switch.
Press the switch down to open the window, and pull up the
switch to close it.
If the driver’s door window switch is fully pressed down, the
driver’s door window automatically opens completely.
If you want to stop the window movement, operate the switch
lightly in the reverse direction.
1- Open (down)
2- Close (up)
WA R N I N G
!
Before operating the power windows, make sure
that nothing can be trapped (head, hands, fingers,
etc.) in the window.
Never leave the vehicle without carrying the key.
Never leave children or unreliable adults unat-
tended inside the vehicle.
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Sub switch
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Each sub-switch can be used for it’s own passenger door win-
dow, unless the driver’s window lock switch is activated.
1- Driver’s door window switch
2- Front passenger door window switch
3- Left rear door window switch
4- Right rear door window switch
5- Lock switch
1- Close
2- Open
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Power window timer function
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The power windows can be run up or down when the electric
motor switch is in the “ON” position.
The door windows can be opened or closed for a 30-second
period after the electric motor switch is turned to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position. However, once the driver’s door or the front
passenger’s door is opened, the power windows cannot be
operated.
Lock switch
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When this switch is in the lock mode, the passenger door
switches cannot be used to open or close the door windows,
and the main switch will open or close only the driver’s door
window. To unlock the switch, press it again.1- Lock
2- Unlock
WA R N I N G
!
Before driving with a child in the vehicle, be sure to
lock the window switch to make it inoperative. Chil-
dren tampering with the switch could easily trap
their hands or heads in the window.
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3 Parking brake
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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully
engage the parking brake, and set the selector lever to “P”
(PARK) position.To apply To release
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade, away from
the curb on an uphill grade.
1- Pull the lever up without pushing the button at the end of
hand grip.
When the parking brake is set and the electric motor switch
is in the “ON” position, the brake warning light in the instru-
ment cluster will come on.
Before driving, be sure to release the parking brake.
1- Pull the lever up slightly.
2- Press and hold the button at the end of the hand grip.
3- Push the lever downward.
CAUTION
!
Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is
fully released and brake warning light is off.
If a vehicle is driven without releasing the parking
brake, the brakes will be overheated, resulting in
ineffective braking and possible brake failure.
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3-26 Features and controls
3Inside rearview mirror
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Adjust the inside rearview mirror only after making any seat
adjustments so as to have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear
window.
To adjust the vertical mirror positionIt is possible to move the mirror up and down to adjust its posi-
tion.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the inside rearview mirror
while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirror before driving.
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To adjust the mirror positionIt is possible to move the mirror up/down and left/right to
adjust its position.
To reduce the glareThe day/night knob (A) at the bottom of the mirror can be used
to adjust the mirror to reduce the glare from the headlights of
vehicles behind you during night driving.1- Daytime position
2- Night position
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3-28 Features and controls
3Outside rearview mirrors
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only after making any seat
adjustments so you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
To adjust the mirror positionThe outside rearview mirrors can be adjusted when the electric
motor switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Move the lever (A) to the same side as the mirror you wish to
adjust.
Press the switch (B) to adjust the mirror position. NOTE
After adjusting, return the lever to the “•” (off) position.
WA R N I N G
!
Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mir-
rors while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driving.
Your front passenger’s side mirror is convex. The
objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and
farther away than they appear in a regular flat mir-
ror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of
vehicles following you when changing lanes.
L- Left outside mirror adjustment
R- Right outside mirror adjustment
1- Up
2- Down
3- Right
4- Left
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To fold the mirrorThe outside mirror can be folded in toward the side window to
prevent damage when parking in tight locations.
Heated mirror
(if so equipped)
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When the rear window defogger switch is pressed, the outside
rearview mirrors are defogged or defrosted. Current will flow
through the heater element inside the mirrors, thus clearing
away frost or condensation.
The indicator light (C) will illuminate while the defogger is on.
The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 min-
utes.
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3-30 Features and controls
3Electric motor switch
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LOCKThe steering wheel is locked. The key can be inserted and
removed only when the switch is in this position. ACCThe ready indicator is not illuminated, but the audio system
and other electric devices can be operated.ON The electric motor unit is running, and all the vehicle’s electri-
cal devices can be operated.
START The electric motor unit operates. After the electric motor unit
has started, release the key and it will automatically return to
the “ON” position.NOTE
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the electric motor unit, the ID code which the
transponder inside the key sends must match the one
registered to the immobilizer computer.
(Refer to “Electronic immobilizer” on page 3-3.)ACC power auto-cutout function
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After about 30 minutes has elapsed with the electric motor
switch in the “ACC” position, the function automatically cuts
out the power for the audio system and other electric devices
that can be operated with that position.
When the electric motor switch is turned from the “ACC” posi-
tion, the power is supplied again to those devices.NOTE
It is possible to modify functions as follows:
• The ACC power auto-cutout function can be deactivated
by a certified i-MiEV dealer.To remove the key
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When removing the key, first set the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position, and then turn the key to the “LOCK” position
and remove it.
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Key reminder buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened while the electric motor switch is
in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, a tone will sound.
CAUTION
!
Do not remove the key from the electric motor
switch while driving. The steering wheel will lock,
causing loss of control.
If the ready indicator is turned off while driving, the
power brake booster will stop functioning and brak-
ing efficiency will be reduced. Also, the power steer-
ing system will not function and it will require
greater effort to manually steer the vehicle.
Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the electric motor unit is not running.
This will cause the 12V starter battery to run down.
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