2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV light

General information/Charging
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Remote Climate Control
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NOTE
The Remote Climate Control works regardless the posi-
tion of the air conditioning switch or dial on the vehicle.
While the Remote Climate Control is activated, the air
conditioning switch or dial on the vehicle will not affect
operation of the cooler, heater or defroster.

The Remote Climate Control will automatically stop 30
minutes after the Remote Climate Control has been set.

The Remote Climate Control is operated by electric power
supplied through the EV charging cable (regular charger).

Under the following conditions, the effect of the Remote
Climate Control can be decreased.
• When the outside temperature is very high.
• When the sunlight is strong.
• When the outside temperature is very low.

When Remote Climate Control is activated while charg-
ing the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery, the time required
to fully charge the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery will
become longer or the amount of charge may decrease if
the OFF timer has been set.

If the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming System
(if so equipped) is operated while the Remote Climate
Control is activated, the Remote Climate Control will
stop. When the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming
System stops, the Remote Climate Control will resume.
Refer to “Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming Sys-
tem” on page 1-26.

While the Remote Climate Control is activated, if a heated
seat switch is ON, the heated seat will operate.
WA R N I N G
!
The Remote Climate Control, even when set, cannot
be relied upon to maintain safe vehicle cabin tem-
peratures while the vehicle is stopped or parked.
Never leave children or persons requiring supervi-
sion/nursing unattended inside the vehicle. Temper-
ature inside the vehicle could become extremely high
or low resulting in a risk of heat stroke or hyper-
thermia that could result in death.
In addition, children can activate switches and con-
trols, resulting in an injury or fatal accident.
While the Remote Climate Control is activated, keep
away from the cooling fan under the front hood,
since the cooling fan may automatically operate
even if the electric motor switch is in the “LOCK”
position.
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Actions to be taken when the MiEV Remote system does not operate correctly
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Take the following actions when the system does not operate correctly. If the system still does not operate correctly after the
action(s) have been taken, a system component may not be working properly. Please consult with a certified i-MiEV dealer to check
it.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
Charging does not start when regular charge
connector is inserted.“ON” timer has been set. Cancel the “ON” timer.
The regular charge connector is not
locked completely.Lock the regular charge connector securely.
A household electrical outlet, which the
EV charging cable is connected to, is
shut down.(e.g. disconnected plug)Turn on the household electrical outlet and make
sure the plug is securely connected.
MiEV Remote
does not operate
normally.MiEV Remote is not
powered on.Batteries in the MiEV Remote are
defective or the batteries are discharged.Replace the batteries in the MiEV Remote.
Refer to “Replacement of batteries for the MiEV
Remote” on page 1-65.
No indicator lights
come on when the
remote is turned on.
Melody or buzzer does
not sound.Melody or buzzer has been disabled. Enable the melody or buzzer.
Refer to “To turn on/off melody and buzzer” on
page 1-63.
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Seat and restraint systems
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To adjust the seat forward or backward
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Pull the seat adjusting lever up and slide the seat forward or
backward to the desired position. Release the adjusting lever to
lock the seat in place.
To adjust the seatback
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To adjust the seatback, lean forward slightly, gently pull the
seatback lock lever up, then lean backward to a comfortable
position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.
WA R N I N G
!
To make sure that the seat is securely locked, try to
move it forward or backward without using the
adjusting lever.
CAUTION
!
The reclining mechanism used in the seatback is
spring loaded, and will cause the seatback to return
quickly to the vertical position when the lock lever is
operated.
When pulling the lever, sit close to the seatback or
hold the seatback with your hand to control its
return motion.
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Seat and restraint systems
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Heated seat (Driver’s side only)
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The heated seat can be operated when the electric motor switch
is in the “ON” position.
The indicator light (A) will illuminate while the heater is on.1- Heater on.
2- Heater off
WA R N I N G
!
Persons who are unable to feel temperature change
or skin pain due to age, illness, injury, medication,
alcohol use, fatigue or other physical conditions or
who have sensitive skin may suffer burns when
using the heated seat even at low temperatures. To
reduce the risk of burns, people with such conditions
must use care when using the heated seat.
CAUTION
!
Switch off the seat heater when not in use.
Do not place heavy objects on the seat or stick pins,
needles, or other pointed objects into the seat.
Do not place a blanket, cushion, or other insulating
material on the seat while using the heater; doing so
can cause the heater element to overheat.
When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, kero-
sene, gasoline, alcohol, or other organic solvents;
doing so can cause damage not only to the surface of
the seat, but also to the heater.
If water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat,
allow it to dry thoroughly before attempting to use
the heater.
Turn the heater off immediately if it appears to be
malfunctioning during use.
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2-8 Seat and restraint systems
2Rear seats
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To adjust the seatback
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To adjust the seatback, lean forward slightly, gently pull the
seatback lock lever, then lean backward to a comfortable posi-
tion and release the lever. The seatback will lock in place.NOTE
It is possible to adjust the seatback angle independently on
each side.
CAUTION
!
Child restraint lower anchorages (A) are provided
between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Be careful that the lower anchorages may be hot due
to heat of the electric motor unit room.
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Seat and restraint systems
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NOTE
With the exception of the seat belt for the driver, the seat
belts in all other seating positions are equipped with an
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function. If you pull
the seat belt fully out of the retractor, the retractor will
switch to its ALR child restraint installation function (see
page 2-31).
When the ALR function has been activated, the seat belt
will only retract. If this happens, let the belt fully retract,
then pull the seat belt back out, repeating steps 1 through
4.
5. To release the belt, press the button on the buckle and
allow the belt to retract.
If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check
for kinks or twists in the webbing. Then make sure it
remains untwisted as it retracts.
Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning light
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A tone and warning light are used to remind the driver to fasten
the seat belt.
If the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position with-
out the driver’s seat belt being fastened, a warning light will
come on, and a tone will sound for approximately 6 seconds to
remind you to fasten your seat belt.
If the seat belt remains unfastened approximately 1 minute
later, the warning light will flash and the tone will sound inter-
mittently for approximately 90 seconds when the vehicle is
driven.
If the seat belt subsequently remains unfastened, the warning
light and tone will issue further warnings each time the vehicle
starts moving from a stop. And if the driver unfastens the seat
WA R N I N G
!
Be sure the lap belt portion fits snugly and is worn
as low as possible across the hips, not around the
waist. Failure to follow this instruction will increase
the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an
accident.
Be sure the seat belt webbing is not twisted when
worn. Twisted webbing may adversely affect seat
belt performance.
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2-18 Seat and restraint systems
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belt while driving, the warning will operate in the same way.
When the seat belt is fastened, the warnings will stop.
Front passenger seat belt warning light
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The front passenger seat belt warning light is located in the
instrument panel.
When the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position,
this indicator normally comes on and goes off a few seconds
later.
The light comes on when a person sits on the front passenger
seat but does not fasten the seat belt.
It goes off when the seat belt is subsequently fastened.
WA R N I N G
!
In order to reduce the risk of serious injury or death
in an accident, always wear your own seat belt. Do
not allow anyone to ride in your vehicle unless he or
she is also seated and wearing a seat belt. Children
should additionally be restrained in a secure child
restraint system.
WA R N I N G
!
When a child booster seat is used on the front pas-
senger seat, the front passenger seat belt warning
light will not come on, if the seat belt is not fastened
when the booster seat is used. Confirm that the child
is wearing the seat belt properly.
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Seat and restraint systems
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Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor (front seats)
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The seat belt anchor height can be adjusted. To move the
anchor, pull the lock knob (A) and slide the anchor to the
desired position. Release the lock knob to lock the anchor into
position.

Do not install any accessory or sticker that makes
the light difficult to see.
WA R N I N G
!
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