2011 MITSUBISHI I-MIEV traction control

Outside (Front)
E00100504887 1. Bonnet p. 8-07
2.
Windscreen wipers p. 4-16
3. Antenna p. 6-10
4. Outside rear-view mirror p. 5-05
5. Electric window control p. 2-09
6. Quick charging lid p. 1-08
7. Traction battery p. 8-06
8. Side turn-signal lamps/Hazard warning lamps p. 4-09, 8-24, 8-30
9. Headlamps p. 4-11, 8-24, 8-24, 8-30 Position lamps p. 4-11, 8-24, 8-24, 8-30
Front turn-signal lamps/Hazard warning lamps p. 4-09, 8-24, 8-24,
8-30
10. Front fog lamps* p. 4-15, 8-24, 8-31 Daytime running lamps* p. 4-13, 8-24, 8-31 Overview
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Daytime dipper button (meter illumination control)
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Each
time you press the daytime dipper button (2),
the brightness of the instruments changes.
Bright Dim1- Brightness display
2-

Daytime dipper button
NOTE l You can adjust to 4 different levels for when
the tail lamps are illuminated and 4 for when
they are not.
l When the lamp switch is in the “AUTO” po-
sition, the meter illumination switches auto-
matically to the adjusted brightness, depend-
ing on the brightness outside the vehicle.
l The brightness level of the instruments is stor-
ed when the electric motor switch is turned off. l
If
you press and hold the button for longer
than about 1 second, the brightness automati-
cally scrolls through its different levels, and
stops scrolling when you release the button.
Select your desired level of brightness.
Cruising range indicator E00529900020
This displays the approximate cruising range (how
many

more kilometres or miles you can drive).
When the cruising range becomes short, the indica-
tion changes to “---”.
NOTE
l The cruising range is displayed based on the
past drive data. It may vary depending on the
driving condition (road condition, driving sit-
uation, etc.) and air conditioning operation
status.
For example, the cruising range can be short-
ened by driving on congested roads, by driv-
ing uphill, by repeated hard acceleration, and
by use of the air conditioner and heater.
When the auxiliary battery terminal is discon-
nected, the power consumption data of the
traction battery in the past is deleted. A dif-
ferent value from before may be displayed.
Be sure to use the display only for reference.
l When the traction battery is charged, the cruis-
ing range is updated. If the charge level is
low, the correct value is not displayed.
l On vehicles with speedometer of Type 2, the
display setting can be changed to the prefer-
red units (km or miles).
Refer to “Changing the display unit*” on
page 4-02. Energy level gauge
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The

energy level gauge indicates the remaining pow-
er in the traction battery during charging or when
the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position. F- Battery is fully powered.
E- Charge the battery.
NOTE l The

charging indicator is also illuminated dur-
ing charging. Refer to “Charging indicator”
on page 4-09. Instruments and controls
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Low energy warning indicator
E00530300011When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion
and the remaining bar of the energy level
gauge shows 2 bars or less, the warning indicator
(A) and the graduation (B) flash as follows:

When the energy level gauge shows 2 bars: The
warning indicator flashes.
When the energy level gauge shows 1 bar: The warn-
ing indicator and the graduation flash alternately.

Recharge the traction battery as soon as possible.
NOTE
l If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars dur-
ing use of the air conditioning (cooling or
heating), the air conditioning stops operation
and the mode is changed to fan only.
l If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars, the
power down warning lamp is illuminated to
control the output. l
If
the energy level gauge shows 2 bars while
the traction battery is being charged, the warn-
ing indicator flashes. If the energy level
gauge shows 1 bar while the traction battery
is being charged, the warning indicator and
the graduation flash alternately. Instruments and controls
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CAUTION
l
Before moving your vehicle,
check that the warning lamp is
OFF.
NOTE l The

flashing of the warning lamp
and the buzzer can be disabled.
For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
l When the driver’s door is open,
the door ajar warning buzzer does
not sound because the electric mo-
tor reminder or selector lever re-
minder sounds. Electric motor unit warning
lamp
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This

warning lamp will illuminate when
there is a fault at the high voltage area.
Refer to “Service precautions” on page
8-06. CAUTION
l
If
the lamp illuminates while
driving, immediately park your
vehicle in a safe place and we
recommend you to have it
checked. Power down warning lamp
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This warning lamp illuminates at the fol-
lowing

cases, and activation of the safe-
ty mechanism will limit output.
l When the energy level gauge
shows 0 bars
l When the traction battery capacity
is not sufficient, the voltage is low
or the temperature of the motor
(electric motor unit) or traction bat-
tery is high or low
NOTE l When the power down warning
lamp illuminates, avoid sudden ac-
celeration and sudden starting.
When the remaining power in the
traction battery is low, recharge
the traction battery as soon as pos-
sible.
l Illumination of the power down
warning lamp does not indicate a
malfunction. Combination headlamps and
dipper switch E00506002099
Headlamps
NOTE l Do
not leave the lamps on for a long time
while the ready indicator is not illuminated.
A run-down auxiliary battery could result.
l When it rains, or when the vehicle has been
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes be-
comes foggy, but this does not indicate a func-
tional problem.
When the lamp is switched on, the heat will
remove the fog. However, if water gathers in-
side the lamp, we recommend you to have it
checked.
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps. Instruments and controls
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Electric power steering system warn-
ing lampType 1
Type 2
If there is a malfunction in the system, the warning
lamp will come on.
Under

normal conditions, the warning lamp comes
on when the electric motor switch is turned to the
“ON” position and goes off a few seconds later. CAUTION
l
If
the warning lamp appears during driv-
ing, it may become harder to turn the steer-
ing wheel.
If the warning lamp appears while driving 1.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, put the selec-tor lever to the “P” (PARK) position and turn
off the electric motor unit.
2. Restart the electric motor unit to check wheth- er the warning lamp goes out; if it then re-
mains off, there is no problem.
If the warning lamp does not go out, or it ap-
pears again while driving, we recommend
you to have your vehicle inspected. Active stability control (ASC)
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The

Active Stability Control (ASC) takes overall
control of the anti-lock brake system, traction con-
trol function and stability control function to help
maintain the vehicle’s control. Please read this sec-
tion in conjunction with the page on the anti-lock
brake system, traction control function and stability
control function.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ® p. 5-14
Traction control function ® p. 5-17
Stability control function ® p. 5-17 CAUTION
l
Do
not over-rely on the ASC. Even the
ASC cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle.
This system, like any other system, has
limits and cannot help you to maintain
traction and control of the vehicle in all
circumstances. Reckless driving may lead
to accidents. It is the driver’s responsibil-
ity to drive carefully. This means taking
into account the traffic, road and environ-
mental conditions.
l Be sure to use the same specified type and
size of tyre on all 4 wheels. Otherwise, the
ASC may not work properly.
l Do not install any aftermarket limited-
slip differential (LSD) on your vehicle.
The ASC may stop functioning properly. Starting and driving
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NOTE
l An
operation noise may be emitted from the
bonnet room in the following situations. The
sound is associated with checking the opera-
tions of the ASC. At this time, you may feel
a shock from the brake pedal if you depress
it. These do not indicate a malfunction. • When the electric motor switch is turnedto the “ON” position.
• When the vehicle is driven for a while af- ter the electric motor is turned on.
l When the ASC is activated, you may feel a
vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin-
ing sound from the bonnet room.
This indicates that the system is operating nor-
mally. It does not indicate a malfunction.
l When the anti-lock brake system warning
lamp is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function E00619000087
On slippery surfaces, the traction control function
prevents

the drive wheels from spinning excessive-
ly, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a
stopped condition. It also provides sufficient driv-
ing force and steering performance as the vehicle
turns while pressing the acceleration pedal. CAUTION
l
When
driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy
road, be sure to install snow tyres and
drive the vehicle at moderate speeds. Stability control function
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The

stability control function is designed to help
the driver maintain control of the vehicle on slip-
pery roads or during rapid steering manoeuvres. It
works by controlling the electric motor unit output
and the brake on each wheel.
NOTE
l The stability control function operates at
speeds of about 15 km/h (9 mph) or higher.
“ASC OFF” switch E00619200496
The ASC is automatically activated when the elec-
tric

motor switch is turned to the “ON” position.
You can deactivate the system by pressing down
the “ASC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or longer. When the ASC is deactivated, the indication
lamp

will turn on. To reactivate the ASC, momen-
tarily press the “ASC OFF” switch; the indica-
tion lamp is turned off. CAUTION
l
For
safety reasons, the “ASC OFF”
switch should be operated when your ve-
hicle is stopped.
l Be sure to keep the ASC on while driving
in normal circumstances. Starting and driving
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NOTE
l When
moving out of mud, sand or fresh
snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not
allow the electric motor speed to increase. In
such situations, temporarily turning off the
ASC with the “ASC OFF” switch will make
it easier to move out your vehicle.
l Using the “ASC OFF” switch turns off both
the stability control function and the traction
control function.
l If you continue to press the “ASC OFF”
switch after the ASC is turned off, the “mis-
taken operation protection function” will ac-
tivate and the ASC will turn back on.
ASC indication lamp or ASC OFF in-
dication lamp E00619300556-
ASC indication lamp
The indication lamp will blink
when the ASC is operating. -
ASC OFF indication lamp
This indication lamp will turn on
when the ASC is turned off with the
“ASC OFF” switch. CAUTION
l
When
the indication lamp blinks, ASC
is
operating, which means that the road is
slippery or that your vehicle’s wheels are
beginning to slip. If this happens, drive
slower with less accelerator input. If the indication lamp illuminates
while driving
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If

an abnormal condition occurs in the system, the indication lamp and indication lamp will turn
on. CAUTION
l
The system may be malfunctioning.
Stop

the vehicle in a safe place, put the se-
lector lever to the “P” (PARK) position
and turn off the electric motor unit.
Restart the electric motor unit and check
whether the indication lamp goes out. If
they go out, there is no abnormal condi-
tion. If they do not go out or appear fre-
quently, it is not necessary to stop the ve-
hicle immediately, but we recommend
you to have your vehicle inspected. Towing
E00624400089 CAUTION
l
When
towing the vehicle with only the
front wheels raised off the ground, do not
place the electric motor switch in the
“ON” position. Placing the electric motor
switch in the “ON” position could cause
the ASC to operate, resulting in an acci-
dent.
Note that the correct towing method de-
pends on the vehicle’s drive configura-
tion. For details, refer to “Towing” on
page 7-10. Starting and driving
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A
Accessory (Installation) 03
Accessory socket 6-11
Active stability control (ASC)
5-16
Additional equipment 8-20
Air conditioning Important operation tips for the air condition-
ing 6-09
Air purifier 6-09
Airbag 3-20
Antenna 6-10
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 5-14 Warning lamp 5-14
Assist grips 6-16
Auxiliary battery 8-12 Specification 9-04
Auxiliary battery charge warning lamp 4-10
BBasic knowledge for charging 1-02
Battery
Auxiliary battery

8-12
Auxiliary battery charge warning lamp 4-10
Discharged battery (Emergency starting) 7-02
Disposal information for used batteries 04
Traction battery 02
Bonnet 8-07
Brake assist system 5-13
Brake Anti-lock brake 5-14
Braking 5-12
Fluid 8-11,9-07
Parking brake 5-03
Warning lamp 4-09
Bulb capacity 8-23 CCapacities 9-07
Card holder 6-11,6-14
Cargo loads 5-19
Central door locks 2-06
Charging indicator

4-09
Charging Guideline for charging time 1-02
Quick charging 1-08
Regular charging 1-04
Child restraint 3-11
Child-protection rear doors 2-07
Cleaning Exterior of your vehicle 8-03
Interior of your vehicle 8-02
Plastic, vinyl leather, etc. 8-02
Cold Cautions and actions to deal with intense
cold 06
Combination headlamps and dipper switch 4-11
Coolant 8-09,9-07
Cruising range 02,9-06
Cruising range indicator 4-03,4-06
Cup holder 6-15
D Daytime running lamps 4-13
Bulb capacity
8-24
Replacement 8-31
Demister (rear window) 4-18
Dimensions 9-03
Dipper (High/Low beam change) 4-13
Door ajar warning lamp 4-10
Doors Central door locks 2-06
Child-protection 2-07 Lock and unlock 2-05
Driving the vehicle
5-11
Driving, alcohol and drugs 5-02
E Economical driving 5-02
Electric motor switch

5-07
Electric motor unit Warning lamp 4-11
Electric motor Number 9-02
Specifications 9-04
Electric power steering system (EPS) 5-15
Electric window control 2-09 Driver’s switches 2-09
Lock switch 2-09
Passenger’s switches 2-09
Timer function 2-10
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem) 2-02
Emergency starting 7-02
Energy level gauge 4-06
Energy usage indicator 4-03
EV charging cable 1-03
Exterior and interior lamp operation 8-19
F Fluid capacities and lubricants 9-07
Fluid
Brake fluid 8-11,9-07
Coolant 8-09
Hot water heater fluid

8-09,9-07
Washer fluid 8-11,9-07
For cold and snowy weather 8-20
Front fog lamps Bulb capacity 8-24
Indication lamp 4-09 Alphabetical index
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