battery MITSUBISHI iMiEV 2012 1.G Repair Manual
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If the warning light illuminates while driving
N00531700590
If only the ABS warning light illuminateAvoid hard braking and high-speed driving. Stop the vehicle in
a safe place, put the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position
and turn off the electric motor unit.
Restart the electric motor unit and check to see whether the
light goes out after a few minutes driving; if it then remains off
during driving, there is no problem.
However, if the warning light does not disappear, or if it comes
on again when the vehicle is driven, we recommend you to
have the vehicle checked.If the ABS warning light and brake warning light illu-
minate at the same timeThe ABS and brake force distribution function may not work,
so hard braking could make the vehicle unstable.
Avoid hard braking and high-speed driving. Stop the vehicle in
a safe place and we recommend you to have the vehicle
checked.NOTEThe warning light may be illuminated when the electric
motor unit is started while the 12V starter battery voltage
is low, but this is not an ABS malfunction.
When the main drive lithium-ion battery is charged, the
12V starter battery is charged at the same time, and the
warning light will go out.
If the warning light does not go out or illuminates from
time to time even after the battery is charged, take your
vehicle to a certified i-MiEV dealer and have the system
checked as soon as possible.After driving on snow or icy roads, remove any snow and
ice which may have been left around the wheels. On vehi-
cles that have an anti-lock braking system, be careful not
to damage the wheel speed sensors (A) or the cables
located at each wheel.
Front
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NOTETo avoid the risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors, have any punctured tire repaired by a certified i-
MiEV dealer. If the tire repair is not done by a certified i-
MiEV dealer, it is not covered by your warranty.
Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.
Such a spray could damage the tire inflation pressure sen-
sors.
Using the tire repair kit may damage the tire inflation
pressure sensor. The vehicle must promptly be inspected
and repaired by a certified i-MiEV dealer after using the
tire repair kit.The tire pressure monitoring system may not work normally in
the following circumstances:
A wireless facility or device using the same frequency is
near the vehicle.
Snow or ice is stuck inside the fenders and/or on the
wheels.
The tire inflation pressure sensors’ battery is exhausted.
Wheels other than Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels are
being used.
Wheels that are not fitted with tire inflation pressure sen-
sors are being used.
Wheels whose ID codes are not memorized by the vehicle
are used.
A window tint that affects the radio wave signals is
installed.
NOTETire inflation pressures vary with the ambient tempera-
ture. If the vehicle is subjected to large variations in ambi-
ent temperature, the tire inflation pressures may be under-
inflated (causing the warning light to come on) when the
ambient temperature is relatively low. If the warning light
comes on, adjust the tire inflation pressure.
WA R N I N G
!If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
illuminates while you are driving, avoid hard brak-
ing, sharp steering maneuvers and high speeds.
Driving with an under-inflated tire adversely affects
vehicle performance and can result in an accident.
CAUTION
!The tire pressure monitoring system warning light
may not illuminate immediately in the event of a tire
blowout or rapid leak.
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Trip odometer
N00572400020
The trip odometer shows the distance traveled since the last
time it was reset.
There are two trip odometer displays: and .
Trip odometer can be used to measure the distance traveled
since the current trip began.
At the same time, Trip odometer can be used to measure
the distance from a second location.NOTEEven if the electric motor switch is turned to “ACC” or
“LOCK” position, the trip odometer will be displayed for
about 30 seconds after the reset button is pressed.
To reset the trip odometer
To zero the counter, press and hold the reset button for more
than 1 second. Only the currently displayed value will be reset.
If trip odometer is displayed, for example, only trip odom-
eter will be reset. NOTEBoth trip odometer and trip odometer can measure
trips up to 9999.9 miles/kilometers.
If the 12V starter battery is disconnected for a long time,
both of these displays will be reset to “0”.
Service reminder
N00572500021
The service reminder shows the driving distance or number of
months remaining until the next recommended periodic main-
tenance inspection is required.
When the next inspection is nearly due, the display shows “----
--”.NOTEThe service reminder time can be modified by a certified
i-MiEV dealer, to adjust for severe usage, etc. Refer to
“Severe maintenance schedule” in your vehicle’s War-
ranty and Maintenance Manual. For further information,
please contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Even if the electric motor switch is turned to “ACC” or
“LOCK” position, the service reminder will be displayed
for about 30 seconds after reset button is pressed.
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Dash lights brightness indicator
N00572600019
Each time you press the dash lights illumination button (B), the
brightness of the instruments changes.
NOTEYou can adjust to 4 different levels for when the parking
lights or headlights are illuminated and 4 for when they
are not.
If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1
second, the brightness automatically scrolls through its
different levels, and stops scrolling when you release the
button. Select your desired level of brightness.
When the combination headlights and dimmer switch is in
the “AUTO” position, the meter illumination switches
automatically to the adjusted brightness, depending on the
brightness outside the vehicle.
The brightness level of the instruments is stored when the
electric motor switch is turned off.
If the 12V starter battery is disconnected for a long time,
these level of brightness will be reset.
A- Brightness display
B- Dash lights illumination button
Bright Dim
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Cruising range indicator
N00572700023
This displays the approximate cruising range (how many more
miles or kilometres you can drive). When the cruising range
becomes short, the indication changes to “---”.NOTEThe cruising range is displayed based on the past drive
data. It may vary depending on the driving condition (road
condition, driving situation, etc.) and air conditioning
operation status.
For example, the cruising range can be shortened by driv-
ing on congested roads, by driving uphill, by repeated
hard acceleration, and by use of the air conditioner and
heater.
When the 12V starter battery terminal is disconnected, the
power consumption data of the main drive lithium-ion
battery in the past is deleted. A different value from before
may be displayed. Be sure to use the display only for ref-
erence.
When the main drive lithium-ion battery is charged, the
approximate cruising range is updated.
Outside temperature display
N00573000010
This value (A) shows the outside temperature of the vehicle.NOTEThe outside temperature can be displayed from -40°F
(-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).
When the outside temperature is over 122°F (50°C) or
below -40°F (-40°C), the display will remain 122°F
(50°C) or -40°F (-40°C).
The outside temperature displayed may differ from the
actual temperature on account of surrounding conditions,
driving conditions, etc.
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If the outside temperature drops below approximately 37 °F
(3°C), the alarm sounds and the outside air temperature warn-
ing indicator (B) flash for approximately 10 seconds to show
there is a danger the road might be icy.
Change of the outside temperature unit
N00573100011
When the electric motor switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-
tion, pressing the selector button (A) for more than 2 seconds
will switch the outside temperature unit between °F and °C.NOTEDisconnecting the battery cable causes the outside tem-
perature unit memory to be erased. If it has been discon-
nected, readjust the unit with the above procedure.
CAUTION
!Even when the outside air temperature warning
indicator (B) indications do not flash, the road may
be icy, so please take care when driving.
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Energy level gauge
N00572800024
The energy level gauge indicates the remaining power in the
main drive lithium-ion battery during charging or when the
electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.NOTEThe charging indicator is also illuminated during charg-
ing.
Refer to “Charging indicator” on page 3-72.
Low energy warning indicator
N00572900025
When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position and the
remaining bar of the energy level gauge shows 2 bars or less,
the warning indicator (A) and the charging bars (B) flash as
follows:
When the energy level gauge shows 2 bars: The warning indi-
cator flashes.
When the energy level gauge shows 1 bar: The warning indica-
tor and the charging bars flash alternately.
Recharge the main drive lithium-ion battery as soon as possi-
ble.
F- Battery is fully charged.
E- Charge the battery.
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NOTEIf the energy level gauge shows 0 bars during use of the
air conditioning, the cooling or heating may stop opera-
tion and the mode is changed to fan only.
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars, the power down
warning light is illuminated to control the output.
If the energy level gauge shows 2 bars while the main
drive lithium-ion battery is being charged, the warning
indicator flashes. If the energy level gauge shows 1 bar
while the main drive lithium-ion battery is being charged,
the warning indicator and the charging bars flash alter-
nately.
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3 Indicator and warning light package
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1- Low energy warning indicator → P.3-69
2- Selector lever position indicator → P.3-34
3- Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) indicator
→ P.3-38
4- High-beam indicator → P.3-72
5- Turn-signal indicators/Hazard warning lights → P.3-72
6- Position indicator → P.3-72
7- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-72
8- Service reminder → P.3-63
9- Outside air temperature warning indicator → P.3-67
10- Regenerative brake system indicator → P.3-72
11- Ready indicator → P. 3 - 7 2
12- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P.3-50
13- 12V starter battery charging system warning light → P.3-7414- Electric power steering system warning light → P.3-45
15- Electric motor unit warning light → P.3-75
16- Brake warning light → P.3-73
17- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-42
18- Power down warning light → P.3-75
19- Active stability control (ASC) indicator → P.3-48
20- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator → P.3-48
21- Charging indicator → P.3-72
22- Theft-alarm indicator → P.3-18
23- Door-ajar warning light → P.3-74
24- Driver ’s seat belt reminder/warning light → P.2-17
25- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P. 2 - 2 2
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12V starter battery charging system warning
light
N00573500028
This light will illuminate when there is a problem with the
charging system for the 12V starter battery.
Normally, when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON”
position, this light will illuminate. Then, when the electric
motor unit is started and the ready indicator illuminates, the
light will go out.
Door-ajar warning light and buzzer
N00520900316
This light comes on when any door or liftgate is open or not
completely closed.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and
any door or liftgate is open or ajar, a tone will sound 16 times
and the warning light will flash 16 times to inform the driver
that a door or liftgate is not properly shut.NOTEThe flashing of the warning light and the buzzer can be
disabled.
For further details, please contact a certified i-MiEV
dealer.
When the driver’s door is open, the door-ajar warning
buzzer does not sound because the electric motor
reminder sounds instead.
CAUTION
!If the warning light stays on after the ready indica-
tor illuminates, there may be a problem with the
charging system for the 12V starter battery.
• Immediately park your vehicle in a safe place and
contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
• Do not charge the 12V starter battery.
CAUTION
!Before driving, make sure that the door-ajar warn-
ing light is off.
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