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Overview
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch P.3-76
Turn signal lever P.3-82
Front fog light switch (if so equipped) P.3-83Wiper and washer switch P.3-84
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 3 - 8 7
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) - airbag (for driver’s seat)
P.2-35, 2-45
Horn switch P.3-90 Electric motor switch P.3-30
Regular charging lid opener
P.1-21 Fuses P.7-29 Electric remote-controlled outside
mirror switch P.3-28
Active Stability Control (ASC)
OFF switch P.3-47Instrument cluster P.3-58
Steering wheel audio remote control switches
(if so equipped) p.5-34Steering control switches for Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface
(if so equipped) p.3-92
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The energy level gauge (A) in the instrument cluster and charg-
ing indicator (B) illuminate while the main drive lithium-ion
battery warming system is operating.
The main drive lithium-ion battery warming system will auto-
matically stop when the main drive lithium-ion battery temper-
ature is -4°F (-20°C) or higher.
NOTEThe main drive lithium-ion battery warming system does
not operate when the main drive lithium-ion battery tem-
perature is -22 °F (-30 °C) or lower.
When the main drive lithium-ion battery warming system
operates while the remote climate control is operating, the
remote climate control stops. When the main drive lith-
ium-ion battery warming system stops, the remote climate
control operates again.
A
B
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1Charging troubleshooting guide
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Symptom
Possible cause
Possible solution
Charging cannot be
started.The electric motor switch is in
the ON position.Before charging, place the electric motor switch in the “LOCK” position.
The main drive lithium-ion bat-
tery is already fully charged.Charging cannot be performed if the main drive lithium-ion battery is
already fully charged. Charging automatically turns off if the main drive
lithium-ion battery is fully charged.
The temperature of the main
drive lithium-ion battery is too
high or too low to charge.Confirm the main drive lithium-ion battery temperature.
Refer to “Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat” on page 1-10
and “Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold” on page 1-12.
The 12V starter battery is dis-
charged.The main drive lithium-ion battery can be charged if the vehicle electrical
systems cannot be turned on. If the battery is discharged, charge or jump
start the 12V starter battery. Refer to “Jump-starting” on page 6-2.
The vehicle has a malfunction. The vehicle or charger may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning
light on the meter is illuminated. Confirm if the indicator on the charger
is indicating a malfunction. If a warning is displayed, stop charging and
contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Regular charging
cannot be started.There is no electrical power com-
ing from the outlet.Confirm that there has not been a power failure. Make sure the breaker is
on. If an outlet with a timer device installed is used, power will only be
available at the time set by the timer.
Confirm if the Ready (green) indicator on the control box is illuminated.
The charge connector is not con-
nected correctly.Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.
Charging Timer by
MiEV remote cannot
be started.Refer to “Action to be taken when the MiEV Remote system does not operate correctly” on page 1-67.BK0140800US.book 38 ページ ２０１１年９月２９日 木曜日 午後３時２８分
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NOTEThe emergency shut-off system will be activated and the
high-voltage system will automatically turn off under the
following conditions:
• Front and side collisions in which the air bags are
deployed.
• Certain rear collisions.
• Certain EV (Electric Vehicle) system malfunctions
When the emergency shut-off system is activated, the
ready indicator is turned off. Refer to “Indicator and warn-
ing light package” on page 3-71.
If the emergency shut-off system activates, contact a Cer-
tified i-MiEV dealer.
MiEV Remote System
(if so equipped)
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The MiEV Remote System has the following three functions.
Charging Timer
When the EV charging cable (regular charger) (Level 1
or Level 2) is connected, the batteries will only charge
during the pre-set time period selected using the MiEV
Remote.
Remote Climate Control
When the EV charging cable (regular charger) (Level 1
or Level 2) is connected, the air-conditioner can be acti-
vated for up to 30 minutes prior to vehicle usage. This
feature can be used to cool or heat the car and to acti-
vate the front and rear window defroster.
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Level Indicator
The charge remaining in the Main Drive Lithium-ion
Battery can be confirmed through the MiEV Remote.
MiEV
Remote
Glass antenna
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MiEV Remote
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1. Power/communication switch
• When the MiEV Remote is off, the MiEV Remote can
be activated by pressing the switch for 1 second or
more.
• When the MiEV Remote is on, the MiEV Remote will
communicate with the vehicle by pressing the switch for
less than 1 second.• When the MiEV Remote is on, the MiEV Remote can
be turned off by pressing the switch for 3 seconds or
more.
2. MODE switch
The display of the MiEV Remote is changed in order of
“ON timer”, “OFF timer” and “Remote Climate Control”
by pressing this switch.
3. The manual charge switch
ON timer, OFF timer and Remote Climate Control are
cancelled by pressing this switch.
4. Ring
5. UP switch
Preset time is increased by pressing this switch.
6. DOWN switch
Preset time is decreased by pressing this switch.
7. Display
8. Antenna
NOTEWhen you need additional MiEV Remotes, please contact
a certified i-MiEV dealer. Up to four MiEV Remotes can
be used per vehicle.
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Display1_ The indicator blinks during communication with the vehicle.
If a communication error occurs, the indicator blinks rapidly.
2_ The indicator lights up during charging. The indicator blinks
when the manual charging button is pressed. The indicator
will rapidly blink, if EV charging cable (regular charger) is
not connected when the Charging Timer or Remote Climate
Control is set.
3_ When communicating with the vehicle, the MiEV Remote
display blinks if a communication error occurs or the MiEV
Remote is not functioning properly. If the buzzer sounds
while this indicator blinks, a problem has been detected.
Refer to “Actions to be taken when the MiEV Remote sys-
tem does not operate correctly” on page 1-67.
NOTEThe buzzer can be turned off. Refer to “To turn on/off
melody and buzzer” on page 1-63.
4_ The indicator shows the charge status of the Main Drive
Lithium-ion Battery using dots. When the Remote Climate
Control is set, the indicator will blink if the Main
Drive Lithium-ion Battery is empty on charge.NOTEThe condition of the MiEV Remote's battery is not dis-
played.
5_
: When this is shown, time set by ON timer is shown
on 6.
: When this is shown, time set by OFF timer is
shown on 6.
6_ Time set by ON timer or OFF timer is shown.
7_ When the Remote Climate Control is set, the display lights
up.
COOL: Pre-Cooling Mode
HEAT: Pre-Heating Mode
: Pre-Defroster Mode
A/C OFF: Remote Climate Control OFF
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5. Turn off the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the MiEV
Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.
To set OFF Timer
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The OFF timer can be set during the regular charging or after
setting the ON timer.
1. When the power of MiEV Remote is off, turn the power
on. Refer to “To turn the MiEV Remote ON/OFF” on
page 1-50.
2. Press the MODE switch (E) to change the display to the
OFF timer (2).1_ Shown the ON timer
2_ Shown the OFF timer
3_ Shown the Remote Climate Control
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2. Press the manual charging switch (H), then press the
power/communication switch (B) for less than 1 sec-
ond.
NOTEIf the manual charging switch (H) is pressed, the
symbol of MiEV Remote will blink. Remote Climate
Control is also stopped.
3. Canceling Charging Timer is complete, and the MiEV
Remote will sound two different melodies.
4. Turn off the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the
MiEV Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.B. By operating the electric motor switch on the vehicle
Turn the electric motor switch to the “ACC” or “ON”
position, then turn back to the “LOCK” position.
Canceling the Charging Timer is now complete.
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