battery MITSUBISHI iMiEV 2012 1.G Workshop Manual

1-70 General information/Charging
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Timed charging is
impossible.The system is charged
although the ON timer
is being set.Backup charging for the Main Drive
Lithium-ion Battery Warming System
has been operated. (if so equipped)This is not a malfunction.Charging will be termi-
nated when the system has been charged enough
for the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming
System.
Charging is preset, but
the specified charging
level is not satisfied.

The charging level
is not expected
amount.

Is not charged.

Is not charged at
the preset time.The timer is cancelled or the preset time
is changed by using another MiEV
Remote.Check whether another person has operated his
or her MiEV Remote.
The electric motor switch has been
operated before the system is charged.Check whether the electric motor switch has
been operated before the system is charged.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has exceeded about
140 °F (60 °C).Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense heat” on page 1-10.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has been under about -
13 °F (-25 °C). (except vehicles with
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warm-
ing System)Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense cold” on page 1-12.
Charging Timer is not preset correctly. Preset the timed charging again.
Although the charging
is preset, too much time
is needed to charge the
system fully.The Remote Climate Control has been
activated.Check whether the Remote Climate Control has
been activated.
The Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
Warming System has been operated. (if
so equipped)Move the vehicle to a warmer location.
Temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery is low.Refer to “Cautions and action to deal with
intense cold” on page 1-12.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
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General information/Charging
1-71
1
Timed charging is
impossible.It is not fully charged. If the charging unit is equipped with the
timer function, the power supply to the
unit has been cut off.Preset the Charging Timer while the charging
unit with timer function is powered on.
The Remote Cli-
mate Control can-
not be activated.After the power/com-
munication switch is
pressed, the following
symbol blinks in sev-
eral seconds.

ERROR symbol

symbolThe regular charge connector is not
inserted or it is not locked completely.Lock the regular charge connector securely.
A household electrical outlet, which the
EV charging cable (regular charge) is
connected to, is shut down.(e.g. discon-
nected plug)Turn on the household electrical outlet which the
EV charging cable (regular charge) is connected
to.
Ground fault at the household electrical
outlet. Otherwise, the power supply at
the household electrical outlet is cut off.Check the ground fault and confirm the plug is
connected.
If the charging unit is equipped with the
timer function, the power supply to the
unit has been cut off.Preset the Charging Timer while the charging
unit with timer function is powered on.
After the power/com-
munication switch is
pressed, the following
symbol blinks in sev-
eral seconds.

ERROR symbol

symbolThe Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
charging level is low.Charge the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery until
the MiEV Remote illuminates the battery charg-
ing level by at least 1 segment.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
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1-72 General information/Charging
1
The Remote Cli-
mate Control can-
not be activated.After the power/com-
munication switch is
pressed, the following
symbol blinks in sev-
eral seconds.

ERROR symbolAny of the door or liftgate is open. Close all the doors and liftgate.
The selector lever is at the position other
than P (PARK).Place the selector lever to P (PARK) position.
Quick charging is in progress. (if so
equipped)
(The symbol will illuminate.)Terminate the quick charging, or wait until the
quick charging completes.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has exceeded about
140 °F (60 °C).Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense heat” on page 1-10.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has been under about -
13 °F (-25 °C). (except vehicles with
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warm-
ing System)Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense cold” on page 1-12.
The Remote Climate
Control is not activated.The electric motor switch has been
operated before the system is charged.Check whether the electric motor switch has
been operated before the system is charged.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has exceeded about
140 °F (60 °C).Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense heat” on page 1-10.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has been under about -
13 °F (-25 °C). (except vehicles with
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warm-
ing System)Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense cold” on page 1-12.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
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3-10 Features and controls
3
Additional remote control transmitters
N00543900065
To add a remote control transmitter, you must already have one
registered remote control transmitter.
Registering the ID code can be done by yourself or by a certi-
fied i-MiEV dealer. For you to register the ID code yourself,
follow the “Customer remote control transmitter program-
ming” procedure below.
If you choose to have a certified i-MiEV dealer register the ID
code, take your vehicle and all remaining keys to a certified i-
MiEV dealer.NOTE
You are provided with 2 remote control transmitters, but
you may register up to 4 remote control transmitters.General information
N00546100101
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency sub-
ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.

This device may not cause harmful interference.

This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
Procedure for replacing the remote control trans-
mitter battery
N00544100110
1. Before replacing the battery, remove static electricity from
your body by touching a metal grounded object.
2. With the Mitsubishi mark facing up, insert the cloth-cov-
ered tip of a flat blade screwdriver into the notch in the
remote control transmitter case and use it to open the case.NOTE
Be sure to perform the procedure with the Mitsubishi
mark facing up. If the Mitsubishi mark is not facing up
when you open the remote control transmitter case, the
buttons may come out.
CAUTION
!
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Features and controls
3-11
3
3. Remove the remote control transmitter from the remote
control transmitter case. Then, open the remote control
transmitter using the method described in step 1.
4. Remove the old battery.5. Install a new battery with the + side (A) down.
6. Close the remote control transmitter firmly.
7. Place the remote control transmitter in the remote control
transmitter case, then securely close the remote control
transmitter case.
8. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.
NOTE
A certified i-MiEV dealer can replace the battery for you
if you prefer.
CAUTION
!
When the remote control transmitter case is opened,
be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not
touch internal components.
+ side
- side
Coin type battery CR1620
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Features and controls
3-17
3
NOTE
If you do not open the liftgate immediately after pulling
the handle, the liftgate can not be lifted. If this happens,
pull the handle again and lift the liftgate.

The liftgate cannot be opened when the battery is flat or
disconnected.To closePull the liftgate grip (A) downward as illustrated. Gently push
the upper gate from the outside with enough force so that it is
completely closed. Always ensure the liftgate is securely
closed.
NOTE
Gas struts (B) are installed to support the liftgate.
To prevent damage or faulty operation.
• Do not hold the gas struts when closing the liftgate.
• Also, do not push or pull on the gas struts.
• Do not attach any plastic material, tape, etc., to the gas
struts.
• Do not tie anything, etc., around the gas struts.
• Do not hang any objects on the gas struts.
CAUTION
!
To avoid injuring your hand or arm, do not attempt
to close the liftgate the gate grip (A).

Before starting the vehicle, be sure to confirm that
the liftgate is locked. If the liftgate opens while driv-
ing the vehicle, objects stored in the luggage com-
partment could fall out into the road.
When closing the liftgate, always ensure that every-
body removes their hands and fingers from the
liftgate opening.
CAUTION
!
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3-20 Features and controls
3
NOTE
The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indi-
cator is illuminated, all doors and the liftgate are unlocked
by using the keyless entry system.

The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indi-
cator is illuminated, the electric motor switch is turned to
the “ON”.

The system will not be armed if a door or the liftgate is not
completely closed. If this happens, rearm the system as
described above.

The theft-alarm system can be activated when people are
riding inside the vehicle or when the windows are open.
To prevent accidental activation of the alarm, do not set
the system to the system armed mode while people are
riding in the vehicle.

If the answerback function (flashing of the turn signal
lights by locking and unlocking the doors and the liftgate)
is deactivated, the turn signal lights do not flash after the
locking and unlocking operation.
For information on the answerback function, refer to
“Keyless entry system” on pages 3-7.Alarm stageThe alarm will be activated if the following occurs while the
vehicle is parked and the system is armed.

One of the doors and the liftgate is opened without using
the keyless entry system.
Type of alarmWhen the alarm is activated:
1. The headlights blink on and off for 3 minutes.
After 3 minutes the headlights automatically shut off.
2. The horn will sound intermittently for 3 minutes.NOTE
The alarm will continue to operate for 3 minutes. At the
end of that period, the alarm will automatically shut off to
save battery power. The system will then be rearmed until
the proper disarming step is taken.

The alarm will resume if unauthorized actions are taken
again, even if the alarm has stopped.Horn sounds!
Headlights blink on and off!
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3-22 Features and controls
3Power window control
N00510800396
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
N00548700127
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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Features and controls
3-31
3
Key reminder buzzer
N00571700013
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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3-36 Features and controls
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“N” NEUTRALUse this position only when the vehicle is stationary for an
extended length of time while driving, such as in a traffic jam.“D” DRIVEUse this position for normal driving.
“ECO” ECO MODEUse this position when you desire to limit power consumption
and/or when moderate regenerative braking is required.“B” REGENERATIVE BRAKE MODEUse this position when strong regenerative braking is required,
such as on a steep downhill.NOTE
When the main drive lithium-ion battery level is full or
nearly full, or the main drive lithium-ion battery tempera-
ture is low, the regenerative braking force may be reduced
and stronger effort may be required to operate the brakes.
WA R N I N G
!
Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEU-
TRAL) position while the vehicle is in motion. You
will lose regenerative braking. In addition, a serious
accident could occur if the selector lever were inad-
vertently moved into the “P” (PARK) position or
“R” (REVERSE) position.
CAUTION
!
To avoid transmission damage, never shift into the
“D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE)
position while the vehicle is in motion.
WA R N I N G
!
While driving on a slippery road, do not use the “B”
position. Abruptly releasing the accelerator pedal
can apply strong regenerative braking causing the
vehicle to skid which could result in an accident.
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