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3DRIVING YOUR MITSUBISHI i
How To Start The Vehicle
Insert the key and press the brake pedal down.
Turn the key to the On position and make sure all warning lights are functioning properly.
Turn the key to the Start position for one or two seconds until you hear the startup bell and the READY indicator light comes on.
The indicator light tells you the car is ready to be driven.
While pressing the brake pedal, you
can select your drive mode.
D- use this position for normal
driving
Eco- use this position to limit
power consumption and
maximize driving range
B- use this position when
braking is required such as
on a steep downhill
Energy Use Indicator
As the needle moves to the right, the more
electrical power is consumed.
Charge Zone - when the needle is in this
area, more electric energy is charged back
to your battery
Eco Zone - when the needle is in this area,
you are maximizing your range
Power Zone - when the needle is in this area,
you are using more power while reducing
overall range
Combination MeterDrive Modes
How to Read the Energy Level Gauge
Similar to a traditional gas powered vehicle’s fuel gauge, the Energy Level
Gauge in your Mitsubishi i indicates the remaining power in the main drive
battery.
When the Energy Level Gauge shows two bars remaining, the warning
indicator (A) flashes telling you your remaining battery charge is low.
When the Energy Level Gauge shows one bar remaining, the warning indicator
(A) and the charging bars (B) flash alternately telling you your remaining
battery charge is low. Recharge the main drive battery as soon as possible.
The Power Down Warning (Turtle) Light (C) illuminates when there are no bars
remaining. Recharge the main battery as soon as possible.
A
B
C

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Charge Overview
CHARGING YOUR MITSUBISHI i
The Mitsubishi i can be charged anytime. However, repeatedly charging the vehicle’s battery
when it is almost full may decrease the battery’s overall lifespan.
There are three different levels of charging your Mitsubishi i.
Level 1 charging is based on using a standard rated A/C 120 Volt outlet.
1) Fully apply the parking brake and place the selector lever in the P - (Park) position.
2) Turn off the headlights and turn the key to the Lock position.
3) Pull the Level 1 / Level 2 charging opener located at the bottom left of the instrument
panel to open the regular charging lid at the rear passenger side of the vehicle.
4) Remove the key and lock the vehicle.
5) The Regular Charging Lid will be open. Press the tab to open the inner lid providing
access to the charge port.
6) Insert the charging cable plug into a standard 120 Volt outlet rated for 15 amps or more.
Warning - make sure the outlet is on a dedicated circuit which is not shared with any
other appliances. Also check the outlet to confirm there is no rust or corrosion.
Note: You cannot connect the charger cord into an extension cord. Please ensure you have a Garage Site Survey
completed before plugging in an EV into any outlet in your home or garage. Use a hook and a rope that can support
the weight of the EV charging cable, 8.8 lbs (4 kg) as shown in the figure to the right. Make sure that the rope has no
damage before use.
7) Open the cap on the regular charge connector and make sure there is no foreign matter such as dust or dirt on the end
of the connector.
8) Connect the regular charge connector to your Mitsubishi i until you hear a click. You will also hear a fan turn on briefly.
9) Make sure the charging indicator on the Mitsubishi i’s instrument cluster is illuminated.
10) Charging is complete when the charging indicator light turns off.
11) Remove the connector while pressing the button on the top of the connector.
12) Close the inner lid and the regular charging door.
13) Remove the charging cable plug from the outlet and store appropriately for future use.
Level 2
You can charge your vehicle through the regular charging port using 240 Volt Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) compatible
with the Mitsubishi i. For connecting/disconnecting the charging connector to or from the vehicle, follow steps 1-12 (omitting #6) as
outlined above. Also, please follow instructions provided with the 240 EVSE.
For further information, please refer to the General Information Section in your Owner’s Manual under Charging. Please pay particular
attention to instructions, warnings, and cautions in the Owner’s Manual.
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Charge Overview
Quick Charge (if so equipped)
Quick Charging is based on accessing a public charging station that is CHAdeMO certified. Note that in under 30 minutes of
charging you will reach a maximum of 80% of a full charge as shown in your Energy Level Gauge.
1) Fully apply the parking brake and place the selector lever in the P - (Park) position.
2) Turn off the headlights and turn the key to the Lock position.
3) Pull the quick charging lid opener at the bottom left of the driver’s seat on the floor to open the quick charging lid at the
rear driver’s side of the vehicle.
4) Remove the key and lock the vehicle.
5) The fuel door will be open. Press the tab to open the inner lid providing access to the charge port.
6) Open the cap on the regular charge connector and make sure there is no foreign matter such as dust or dirt on the end of
the connector.
7) Connect the quick charge connector to your Mitsubishi i according to the manual of the quick charger you are using.
8) Make sure the charging indicator on the Mitsubishi i’s instrument cluster is illuminated.
9) In order to protect the life of the battery, charging is complete at 80% of a full charge.
10) Remove the connector according to the manual of the quick charger you are using.
11) Close the inner lid and the quick charging door.
12) Place the quick charger back on its unit.
CHARGING YOUR MITSUBISHI i
Access to Level 1/Level 2
Charging
Level 2 ChargingQuick Charging