2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV warning light

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Driver’s View
1Energy level gauge
2Energy usage indicator
3Odo/Trip Meter
4Speedometer
5Reset/dash lights illumination/selector button
6Low energy warning indicator
7Ready indicator
812 volt starter battery charging system warning light
9Power down warning light
10Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS indicator)
11Selector level position indicator
12TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
13Vehicle Charging Light

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.
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Extending Your Driving Range
Seat Heater Switch
What Happens in Extreme Heat and Cold Conditions:
Use of Climate Control - while the Mitsubishi i is plugged in to a level 1 or 2 charger, use your MiEV Remote to
pre-heat, pre-cool, or defrost the cabin as much as possible. This will draw power from the outlet rather than
pulling energy from the main Mitsubishi i battery.
Use the more energy efficient seat heater instead of the cabin heater to keep warm while driving.
The MAX switch is effective for adjusting the cabin temperature quickly, however, it pulls a lot of energy. Once
the temperature is set to your liking, it is better to turn off the MAX switch to reduce unnecessary energy
consumption.
Warning - the headlights and wipers are operated by the 12 Volt battery and do not have a significant impact
on driving range. Please keep these safety features on while operating the Mitsubishi i when necessary.
The heated seat can be operated when the vehicle starter is
in the ON position.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the heater is on.
When the vehicle is driven in a low or high ambient temperature, its heater or air-conditioning performance may be reduced. The
use of the heater or air-conditioner can reduce the vehicle’s driving distance. Please refer to the General Information in the Owner’s
Manual, regarding cautions and actions to deal with intense heat and cold.
DRIVING YOUR MITSUBISHI i
1- Heater on
2- Heater off

7CHARGING YOUR MITSUBISHI i
Pacemaker and Defibrillator Warning
Before starting the charge operation or driving the vehicle, check with the electric medical device manufacturer concerning
the effects that charging may have on implantable devices if you use any medical electric devices, such as:
• An implantable cardiac pacemaker
• An implantable cardiovascular defibrillator
The Mitsubishi i is designed to comply with the ICNIRP International Guidelines however customer’s medical devices may not
comply.
Main Drive Battery vs. 12 Volt Battery
If the 12 Volt battery is discharged regardless of the remaining level of the main drive battery,
the vehicle cannot be driven.
The 12 Volt battery provides electricity to numerous devices in the car. Even if the remaining
electricity level of the main drive battery lowers, you can continue to use the lights and wipers.
To avoid the 12 Volt battery from dying please avoid using the headlights, radio, air
conditioning, etc. for a long period of time without the vehicle turned on and the READY light
lit.
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MAIN DRIVE
BATTERY
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12 VOLT
BATTERY
Main Drive Battery powers the Mitsubishi i, its heating as well as its air conditioning.
Major functions run by the 12 Volt battery include: start up of the power unit, headlights, power windows, wipers, cabin lights, audio, and seat heaters.
Power Down Warning Light
If this warning light illuminates, the power provided by the electric motor will be reduced, the vehicle will only
be able to move at low speeds, and the air conditioning unit shuts off. This warning light will illuminate;
• When the energy level in the main drive battery is near empty
• When temperature of the electric motor unit or the main drive battery is too high or too low
• When voltage of the main drive battery becomes low

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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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