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NOTETo 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.
NOTETire 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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If the outside temperature drops below approximately 37 °F
(3°C), the alarm sounds and the outside air temperature warn-
ing indicator (B) flash for approximately 10 seconds to show
there is a danger the road might be icy.
Change of the outside temperature unit
N00573100011
When the electric motor switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi-
tion, pressing the selector button (A) for more than 2 seconds
will switch the outside temperature unit between °F and °C.NOTEDisconnecting the battery cable causes the outside tem-
perature unit memory to be erased. If it has been discon-
nected, readjust the unit with the above procedure.
CAUTION
!Even when the outside air temperature warning
indicator (B) indications do not flash, the road may
be icy, so please take care when driving.
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Energy level gauge
N00572800024
The energy level gauge indicates the remaining power in the
main drive lithium-ion battery during charging or when the
electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.NOTEThe charging indicator is also illuminated during charg-
ing.
Refer to “Charging indicator” on page 3-72.
Low energy warning indicator
N00572900025
When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position and the
remaining bar of the energy level gauge shows 2 bars or less,
the warning indicator (A) and the charging bars (B) flash as
follows:
When the energy level gauge shows 2 bars: The warning indi-
cator flashes.
When the energy level gauge shows 1 bar: The warning indica-
tor and the charging bars flash alternately.
Recharge the main drive lithium-ion battery as soon as possi-
ble.
F- Battery is fully charged.
E- Charge the battery.
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NOTEIf 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
N00519800836
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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N00519900127
Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
N00520000232
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.NOTEIf 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
N00520100086
A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.Front fog light indicator
(if so equipped)
N00520200221
This indicator comes on while the front fog lights are on.Position indicator
N00551300039
This indicator turns on while the position lights are on.Ready indicator
N00573200012
This indicator comes on when the electric motor switch is
turned to “START” and driving becomes possible.
Charging indicator
N00573300013
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
N00573400014
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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N00520300147
Brake warning light (brake warning buzzer)
N00520400500
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.NOTEWhen 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.
NOTEAt 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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12V starter battery charging system warning
light
N00573500028
This light will illuminate when there is a problem with the
charging system for the 12V starter battery.
Normally, when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON”
position, this light will illuminate. Then, when the electric
motor unit is started and the ready indicator illuminates, the
light will go out.
Door-ajar warning light and buzzer
N00520900316
This light comes on when any door or liftgate is open or not
completely closed.
When the vehicle is moving at more than 5 mph (8 km/h) and
any door or liftgate is open or ajar, a tone will sound 16 times
and the warning light will flash 16 times to inform the driver
that a door or liftgate is not properly shut.NOTEThe flashing of the warning light and the buzzer can be
disabled.
For further details, please contact a certified i-MiEV
dealer.
When the driver’s door is open, the door-ajar warning
buzzer does not sound because the electric motor
reminder sounds instead.
CAUTION
!If the warning light stays on after the ready indica-
tor illuminates, there may be a problem with the
charging system for the 12V starter battery.
• Immediately park your vehicle in a safe place and
contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
• Do not charge the 12V starter battery.
CAUTION
!Before driving, make sure that the door-ajar warn-
ing light is off.
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