2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV Owners Manual

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16. Turn the electric motor switch to the “START” position,
make sure that the ready indicator on the instrument clus-
ter is illuminated.
If the ready indicator does not illuminate, perform the pro-
cedure again starting from step 5. If charging cannot be
performed, consult a certified i-MiEV dealer.
17. Refit the battery cover. (“Checking 12V starter battery
electrolyte level” on page 7-14.)
Charging the 12V starter battery by using an
external battery charger
WA R N I N G
!
Always remove the 12V starter battery from your
vehicle when the 12V starter batter is charged by an
external battery charger.
Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames away from the
12V starter battery because the battery may
explode.
Keep your work area well vented when charging or
using the 12V starter battery in an enclosed space.
Remove all the caps before charging the 12V starter
battery.
Electrolyte (battery acid) is corrosive diluted sul-
phuric acid. If electrolyte comes in contact with your
hands, eyes, clothes, or the painted surface of your
vehicle, thoroughly flush with water. If electrolyte
gets in your eyes, flush them immediately and thor-
oughly with water, and get prompt medical atten-
tion.
Always wear protective clothing and goggles when
working near the battery.
Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
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As your vehicle has anti-lock brakesIf you drive your vehicle with a low battery charge, after the
electric motor unit has been started by using jumper cables, it
can cause the anti-lock braking system warning light to illumi-
nate. This is only due to the low battery voltage. It is not a
problem with the brake system. If this happens, fully charge the
12V starter battery and ensure the charging system is operating
properly.
Tire repair kit
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This vehicle is equipped with a tire repair kit which can be
used to repair a minor puncture in tread area caused by a nail,
screw or similar object. A spare tire is not provided with this
vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
The tire repair kit may not permanently seal a punc-
tured tire.
Using the tire repair kit may damage the wheel
and/or the tire inflation pressure sensor for the tire.
The vehicle must promptly be inspected and
repaired by a certified i-MiEV dealer after using the
tire repair kit.
Use only the Mitsubishi genuine tire repair kit. Seal-
ant in other repair kits may not sufficiently seal the
tire puncture.
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Tire repair kit storage
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The tire repair kit is stowed under the rear seat cushion.
To remove
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1. Pull forward the seat stoppers (A) under the rear seat
cushion (B).
2. Lift up the seat cushion and pull it forward to remove it.
1- Tire compressor
2- Tire repair set: Items #3-#9 shown above
3- Tire sealant bottle
4- Filler hose
5- Extension hose
(This hose is used by a service facility for removal of seal-
ant. It is not used in emergency puncture repair.)
6- Valve insert (spare)
7- Valve remover
8- Speed restriction sticker
9- Instruction manual for tire repair
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3. Remove the screws (A), and remove the cover (B).
4. Remove the tire repair kit.
To store
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1. Return the tire repair kit to its original place.
Attach the cover and fasten the screws.
2. Insert two wire tabs at the rear edge of the seat cushion
under the seat back.
3. Pass both rear seat belt buckles through slits at the rear
edge of the seat cushion. Make sure that the seat belt
buckles are not twisted.
4. While pushing the seat cushion as far back as possible,
press down hooks (A) under the seat cushion into the right
and left stopper installation holes (B) until a click is heard.
5. After installing the seat cushion, shake it lightly to con-
firm that it is properly fixed in position.
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How to use the tire repair kit
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WA R N I N G
!
Never use the tire repair kit under in any of the situ-
ations listed below. The tire cannot be repaired by
the tire repair kit. If any of these situations occurs,
please contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
• More than one tire is punctured.
• The puncture hole has a length or width of 1/7 inch
(4 mm) or greater.
• The tire is punctured in the side wall (A), not in the
tread (B).
• The vehicle has been driven with the tire almost
completely flat.
• The tire has completely slipped over the wheel rim
and come off the wheel.
• The wheel is damaged.
• A bump, cut or crack is on the tire.
• The tire sealant’s expiration date has passed. (The
expiration date is shown on the bottle label (C).)
• Ambient temperature is below -22 °F (-30 °C) or
above 140 °F (60 °C).
WA R N I N G
!
The tire sealant can cause health damage if swal-
lowed. If you accidentally swallow it, drink as much
water as possible and immediately seek medical
attention.
If the tire sealant gets in your eyes or on your skin,
rinse it away with lots of water. If you still sense an
abnormality, seek medical attention.
Consult a doctor immediately if any allergic reac-
tions occur.
Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant.
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NOTE
Do not pull out an object, such as a nail or screw, that pen-
etrates the punctured tire.

Move the vehicle so that the tire valve is positioned away
from the point where the tire touches the ground. If the
valve is near the point where the tire touches the ground,
the sealant may not enter the tire easily.
1. Park the vehicle on a safe, flat and level place.
2. Set the parking brake firmly.
3. Move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position and
turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position.
4. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and set up a warning
sign, such as a warning triangle or flashing signal lamp, at
an adequate distance from the vehicle, and have all your
passengers leave the vehicle.
5. Take out the tire sealant bottle and the compressor.6. Shake the tire sealant bottle well.
NOTE
In cold conditions (when the ambient temperature is 32 °F
{0 °C} or lower), thickening of the tire sealant can make
the tire sealant hard to squeeze out of the bottle. Warm the
bottle between your hands inside the vehicle.
CAUTION
!
If the vehicle body is contaminated by the tire seal-
ant, wipe the tire sealant off immediately with a wet
cloth.
Immediately wash clothes contaminated with tire
sealant.
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7. Take the cap (C) off the tire sealant bottle (D). Do not
remove the seal (E). Screw the filler hose (F) onto the bot-
tle (D). As you screw the filler hose onto the bottle, the
seal will break, allowing the sealant to be used.8. Take the valve cap (G) off the tire valve (H), then press
the valve remover (I) onto the valve as illustrated. Allow
all of the air in the tire to escape.
CAUTION
!
If you shake the bottle after screwing on the hose,
sealant may spray out of the hose.
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9. Remove the valve insert (J) by turning it counterclockwise
using the valve remover (I). Put the removed valve insert
in a clean place so it does not get dirty.NOTE
Turn the valve remover by hand. If you use a tool, the
valve remover could be damaged.10. Remove the plug (K) from the free end of the hose (L).
Press the hose onto the valve (H).
WA R N I N G
!
If there is any air left in the tire when you remove
the valve insert, the valve insert may fly out and
injure you. Make sure the tire contains no air before
removing the valve insert.
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