2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV lock

Vehicle care and maintenance
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7 Coolant/Hot water heater fluid
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To check the coolant levelCoolant1. Open the liftgate.
1- Windshield washer fluid reservoir
2- 12V starter battery
3- Hot water heater reservoir
4- Brake fluid reservoir
5- Coolant reservoirElectric motor unit room
WA R N I N G
!
Before checking the coolant level, make sure the
electric motor switch is in the “Lock” position to
avoid the risk of an electrical shock that can result in
serious injury or death.
The room under the hood and the electric motor
unit room (located under the luggage room carpet)
can be very hot after driving. Wait until they have
cooled down.
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2. Peel off the Velcro fastener (A) to remove the luggage
room floor carpet (B).NOTE
A heat insulating material is attached to the luggage room
floor carpet. To remove the luggage floor carpet, grasp
and lift up both the carpet fabric and the heat insulating
material.3. Turn the 4 screws on the front and rear of the electric
motor unit room lid (C) counterclockwise to loosen and
remove them, and then remove the electric motor unit
room lid (C).
NOTE
When laying the electric motor unit room lid on the
ground, leave the underside of the lid with the rubber sur-
face facing up. If the underside is facing downward debris
and other foreign material could get on the rubber surface
and prevent proper reinstallation of the electric motor unit
room lid.
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7 12V starter battery
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The condition of the 12V starter battery is very important to
keep the vehicle’s electrical system working properly. Check
the 12V starter battery regularly. Removing and installing the 12V starter battery
upper cover
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To r e m o v e1. Turn the plastic nut (A) counterclockwise, and then
remove the 12V starter battery upper cover (B).NOTE
Be careful not to lose the removed plastic nut.
To i n s t a l l1. Install the 12V starter battery upper cover (B) onto the
12V starter battery, and then push the plastic nut (A) in the
direction shown by the arrows to secure the cover.
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NOTE
Before cleaning the 12V starter battery, tighten all the
filler port caps to keep dirt and moisture out.

Check each 12V starter battery terminal for corrosion. If
necessary, clean the terminals with a solution of baking
soda and water. Grease the posts and clamps after clean-
ing or tightening them.

Check to see that the 12V starter battery is securely
installed and cannot be moved. Also check each terminal
for tightness.

If you will not be driving your vehicle for a long period of
time, remove the 12V starter battery and store it in a place
where the 12V starter battery fluid will not freeze. Mem-
ory data for settings made by the user may be erased when
the 12V starter battery is removed. If this happens, reset
the settings again using the relevant procedures. The 12V
starter battery only should be stored with a full charge.
WA R N I N G
!
Open doors and windows in any closed space where
you may be charging or working with the 12V
starter battery.
Always wear protective clothing and goggles when
working with the 12V starter battery, or have a
skilled automobile technician do it.
If you are quick-charging your 12V starter battery,
first disconnect the 12V starter battery cables.
In order to prevent a short circuit, be sure to discon-
nect the negative (-) terminal first, and reconnect it
last.
If the electrolyte level is very low, have the 12V
starter battery checked at a certified i-MiEV dealer.
12V starter battery terminals and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
CAUTION
!
When replacing the 12V starter battery, remove the
connected positive (+) and negative (-) terminals
after turning the electric motor switch to the
“LOCK” position and waiting at least 1 minute. If
the 12V starter battery terminal is removed just
after the electric motor switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position, this may cause damage to compo-
nents of the electric motor unit.
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7 General maintenance
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The next pages list the maintenance service recommended by
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. In addition to the general
maintenance that needs to be performed at the times listed,
there are other parts which do not usually need regular mainte-
nance.
But, if any of these parts stops working properly, your vehicle
performance could suffer. Have these items checked if you
notice a problem with them.
See a certified i-MiEV dealer for assistance, if you have any
questions.Disc brake pads, rear drum brake linings and
rear wheel cylinders
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Good brakes are essential to safe driving. Check the brake pads
and brake linings for wear and check the rear wheel cylinders
for leaks. For good braking performance, replace the brake
pads with the same type pads as the originals.Brake hoses
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked for:

Severe surface cracking, scuffing or worn spots. If the
fabric casing of the hose is showing through any cracks or
worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose should be
replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through.

Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or
chassis interference.
Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft
boots
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:

Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering link-
age

Bellows on both ends of the drive shaftHood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should
be checked, cleaned, and oiled when needed for easy move-
ment and to stop rust and wear. Use Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding parts of the hood latch
and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mecha-
nism until all the movable surfaces are covered.
Also, put a light coat of the same grease on the safety catch
wherever moving parts touch.
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7 Fuses
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Fuse block location
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To prevent damage to the electrical system from short-circuit-
ing or overloading, each individual circuit is equipped with a
fuse.
The fuse blocks are located in the passenger compartment and
in under the hood.NOTE
Spare fuses are not provided. Please purchase from a cer-
tified i-MiEV dealer.
Passenger compartmentThe fuse block in the passenger compartment is located in front
of the driver’s seat at the position shown in the illustration.
Press the tab (A) and remove the fuse cover (B).
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Under the hoodUnder the hood, the fuse block is located as shown in the illus-
tration.
Press the tab (A) and remove the cover.
Fuse load capacities
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This fuse list shows the names of the electrical systems and
their fuse capacities.
Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same capacity as
the original.Passenger compartment fuse location table
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*: Fusible link

Some fuses may not be installed on your vehicle, depend-
ing on the vehicle model or specifications.

The table above shows the main equipment corresponding
to each fuse.
No.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
1 Tail light (left) 7.5 A
2Cigarette lighter/
12 V power outlet15 A
3 — — —
4Starter 7.5 A
5 Audio amplifier 20 A
6— — —
7 Tail light (right) 7.5 A
8 Outside rearview mirrors 7.5 A
9Control unit
(Electric motor unit)7.5 A
10 Control unit 7.5 A
11 Rear fog light 10 A
12 Door lock 15 A
13 Interior lights (Dome lights) 10 A
14 Rear window wiper 15 A
15 Gauges 7.5 A
16 Relay 7.5 A
17 Heated seat 20 A
18 Option 10 A
19Heated door outside rearview
mirrors7.5 A
20 Windshield wiper 20 A
21 Back-up lights 7.5 A
22 Defogger 30 A
23 Heater 30 A
24 12V starter battery 30 A*
25 Radio 10 A
26 Electronic controlled unit 15 A
27 — Electronic controlled unit 7.5 ANo.
Symbol
Electrical system
Capacity
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