2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV warning light

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NOTE
The tire pressure monitoring system is not a substitute for
regularly checking tire inflation pressures.
Be sure to check the tire inflation pressures as described in
“Tires” on page 7-18.

The tire inflation pressure sensor (A) is installed in the
illustrated location. Replace grommet (B) with a new one
when the tire is replaced.
For details, please contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Tire pressure monitoring system warning light
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When the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position,
this light normally illuminates and goes off a few seconds later.
If one or more of the vehicle tires is significantly under-
inflated, however, this light will remain illuminated while the
electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.
Refer to “If the warning light illuminates while driving” on
page 3-52 and take the necessary measures.
CAUTION
!
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
does not illuminate when the electric motor switch is
turned to the “ON” position, it means that the tire
pressure monitoring system is not working properly.
Have the system inspected by a certified i-MiEV
dealer.
In such situations, a malfunctioning of the system
may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pres-
sure. Avoid sudden braking, sharp turning and
high-speed driving.
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Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure rec-
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard
or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a
different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or
tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper
tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates
a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates,
you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure.

If a malfunction is detected in the tire pressure mon-
itoring system, the tire pressure monitoring system
warning light will blink for approximately 1 minute
and then remain continuously illuminated. The
warning light will issue further warnings each time
the electric motor unit is restarted as long as the
malfunction exists.
Check to see whether the warning light goes off after
few minutes of driving.
If it then goes off during driving, there is no prob-
lem.
However, if the warning light does not go off, or if it
blinks again when the electric motor unit is
restarted, have the vehicle inspected by a certified i-
MiEV dealer.
In such situations, a malfunctioning of the system
may be preventing the monitoring of the tire pres-
sure. For safety reasons, when the warning light
appears while driving, avoid sudden braking, sharp
turning and high-speed driving.
CAUTION
!
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Under-inflation also reduces alternative fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure tell-
tale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, includ-
ing the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop-
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac-
ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that
the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
If the warning light illuminates while driving
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1. If the low tire pressure monitoring system warning light
illuminates, avoid hard braking, sharp steering maneuvers
and high speeds. You should stop and adjust the tires to
the proper inflation pressure as soon as possible. Refer to
“Tires” on page 7-18.NOTE
When inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, to avoid
breakage, do not apply excessive force to the valve stem.

After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always
reinstall the valve cap on the valve stem.
Without the valve cap, dirt or moisture could get into the
valve, resulting in damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensor.

Do not use metal valve caps, which may cause a metal
reaction, resulting in corrosion and damage of the tire
inflation pressure sensors.

Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will
go off after a few minutes of driving.
2. If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
remains illuminated after you have been driving for about
20 minutes after you adjust the tire inflation pressure, one
or more of the tires may have a puncture. Inspect the tire
and if it has a puncture, have it repaired by a certified i-
MiEV dealer as soon as possible.
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NOTE
To avoid the risk of damage to the tire inflation pressure
sensors, have any punctured tire repaired by a certified i-
MiEV dealer. If the tire repair is not done by a certified i-
MiEV dealer, it is not covered by your warranty.

Do not use an aerosol puncture-repair spray on any tire.
Such a spray could damage the tire inflation pressure sen-
sors.

Using the tire repair kit may damage the tire inflation
pressure sensor. The vehicle must promptly be inspected
and repaired by a certified i-MiEV dealer after using the
tire repair kit.The tire pressure monitoring system may not work normally in
the following circumstances:

A wireless facility or device using the same frequency is
near the vehicle.

Snow or ice is stuck inside the fenders and/or on the
wheels.

The tire inflation pressure sensors’ battery is exhausted.

Wheels other than Mitsubishi Motors genuine wheels are
being used.

Wheels that are not fitted with tire inflation pressure sen-
sors are being used.

Wheels whose ID codes are not memorized by the vehicle
are used.

A window tint that affects the radio wave signals is
installed.
NOTE
Tire inflation pressures vary with the ambient tempera-
ture. If the vehicle is subjected to large variations in ambi-
ent temperature, the tire inflation pressures may be under-
inflated (causing the warning light to come on) when the
ambient temperature is relatively low. If the warning light
comes on, adjust the tire inflation pressure.
WA R N I N G
!
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light
illuminates while you are driving, avoid hard brak-
ing, sharp steering maneuvers and high speeds.
Driving with an under-inflated tire adversely affects
vehicle performance and can result in an accident.
CAUTION
!
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light
may not illuminate immediately in the event of a tire
blowout or rapid leak.
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NOTE
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars during use of the
air conditioning, the cooling or heating may stop opera-
tion and the mode is changed to fan only.

If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars, the power down
warning light is illuminated to control the output.

If the energy level gauge shows 2 bars while the main
drive lithium-ion battery is being charged, the warning
indicator flashes. If the energy level gauge shows 1 bar
while the main drive lithium-ion battery is being charged,
the warning indicator and the charging bars flash alter-
nately.
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3 Indicator and warning light package
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1- Low energy warning indicator → P.3-69
2- Selector lever position indicator → P.3-34
3- Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) indicator
→ P.3-38
4- High-beam indicator → P.3-72
5- Turn-signal indicators/Hazard warning lights → P.3-72
6- Position indicator → P.3-72
7- Front fog light indicator (if so equipped) → P.3-72
8- Service reminder → P.3-63
9- Outside air temperature warning indicator → P.3-67
10- Regenerative brake system indicator → P.3-72
11- Ready indicator → P. 3 - 7 2
12- Tire pressure monitoring system warning light → P.3-50
13- 12V starter battery charging system warning light → P.3-7414- Electric power steering system warning light → P.3-45
15- Electric motor unit warning light → P.3-75
16- Brake warning light → P.3-73
17- Anti-lock braking system warning light → P.3-42
18- Power down warning light → P.3-75
19- Active stability control (ASC) indicator → P.3-48
20- Active stability control (ASC) OFF indicator → P.3-48
21- Charging indicator → P.3-72
22- Theft-alarm indicator → P.3-18
23- Door-ajar warning light → P.3-74
24- Driver ’s seat belt reminder/warning light → P.2-17
25- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light
→ P. 2 - 2 2
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Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
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The arrows will flash in time with the corresponding exterior
turn signals when the turn signal lever is used.
Both arrows will flash when the hazard warning flasher switch
is pressed.NOTE
If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if the indicator
stays on without flashing, check for a malfunctioning turn
signal light bulb or turn signal connection.High beam indicator
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A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.Front fog light indicator
(if so equipped)
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This indicator comes on while the front fog lights are on.Position indicator
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This indicator turns on while the position lights are on.Ready indicator
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This indicator comes on when the electric motor switch is
turned to “START” and driving becomes possible.
Charging indicator
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This indicator flashes when the regular charging cable or quick
charging cable is connected.
After that, the light switches to being illuminated when charg-
ing starts and goes out when charging is completed.Regenerative brake system indicator
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The indicator comes on when the regenerative brake perfor-
mance may be weakened. In this case, drive the vehicle at a
lower speed.
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3 Wa r n i n g l i g h t s
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Brake warning light (brake warning buzzer)
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This light comes on when the electric motor switch is turned to
the “ON” position, and goes off after a few seconds.
The light will illuminate under the following conditions:

When the parking brake has been engaged.

When the brake fluid level in the reservoir falls to a low
level.

When there is a fault in the brake vacuum pressure sys-
tem.

When the brake force distribution function is not operat-
ing correctly.
Before driving your vehicle, release the parking brake and
make certain that the brake warning light has gone out.
Brake warning buzzer
Vacuum pressure is used to help reduce brake pedal effort. If
this vacuum pressure becomes insufficient, a buzzer will sound
to alert the driver that the effort required to apply the brakes
may increase. If the buzzer should continue to sound, park your
vehicle in a safe place and contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.NOTE
When the brake pedal has been repeatedly depressed over
a short period of time, the brake warning light may illumi-
nate and the brake warning buzzer may sound because the
vacuum pressure is temporarily low. It is normal if the
light goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a few
seconds.
NOTE
At times, you may hear the brake electric vacuum pump
for the power brakes operating when the ready indicator
illuminates or the brake pedal is depressed.
This sound is normal and does not indicate a problem.
CAUTION
!
If any of the following situations occur, stop the
vehicle in a safe location, avoiding any sudden brake
application, and contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
• The brake warning light does not illuminate when
the parking brake is applied or does not turn off
when the parking brake is released.
• The brake warning light illuminates while the
parking brake is not applied.
• The brake warning buzzer does not turn off.
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