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Cruising range indicator
N00572700023
This displays the approximate cruising range (how many more
miles or kilometres you can drive). When the cruising range
becomes short, the indication changes to “---”.NOTEThe cruising range is displayed based on the past drive
data. It may vary depending on the driving condition (road
condition, driving situation, etc.) and air conditioning
operation status.
For example, the cruising range can be shortened by driv-
ing on congested roads, by driving uphill, by repeated
hard acceleration, and by use of the air conditioner and
heater.
When the 12V starter battery terminal is disconnected, the
power consumption data of the main drive lithium-ion
battery in the past is deleted. A different value from before
may be displayed. Be sure to use the display only for ref-
erence.
When the main drive lithium-ion battery is charged, the
approximate cruising range is updated.
Outside temperature display
N00573000010
This value (A) shows the outside temperature of the vehicle.NOTEThe outside temperature can be displayed from -40°F
(-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).
When the outside temperature is over 122°F (50°C) or
below -40°F (-40°C), the display will remain 122°F
(50°C) or -40°F (-40°C).
The outside temperature displayed may differ from the
actual temperature on account of surrounding conditions,
driving conditions, etc.
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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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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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Electric motor unit warning light
N00573600029
This warning light will illuminate when there is a problem with
a high voltage component.
Refer to “Service precautions” on page 7-2.Power down warning light
N00573700020
If the warning light illuminates when the outside air tempera-
ture is very low, move the vehicle to a warmer location.
If the warning light illuminates after the vehicle has been
driven continuously uphill or when the outside air temperature
is very high, stop the vehicle in a safe place so the electric
motor unit and/or the main drive lithium-ion battery can cool
down. When they have cooled down, the warning light will go
off. If the warning light does not turn off, contact a certified i-
MiEV dealer.NOTEWhen the power down warning light illuminates, avoid
rapid starts and aggressive acceleration.
Illumination of the power down warning light does not
indicate a malfunction.
If the power down warning light illuminates while the air
conditioning is used, the cooling or heating may stop
operating and only the fan will operate.
CAUTION
!If this light illuminates while driving, immediately
park your vehicle in a safe place and contact a certi-
fied i-MiEV dealer.
If this warning light illuminates, the power pro-
vided by the electric motor will be reduced and the
vehicle will be only able to move at low speeds.
This warning light will illuminate;
When the energy level in the main drive lith-
ium-ion battery is near empty.
When temperature of the electric motor unit
or the main drive lithium-ion battery is too
high or too low.
When voltage of the main drive lithium-ion
battery becomes low.
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bar, the main
drive lithium-ion battery is near empty and must
be charged as soon as possible. Refer to “Charg-
ing” on page 1-15.
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3Combination headlights and dimmer switch
N00522500710
HeadlightsNOTEDo not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time while the ready indicator is not illuminated.
A run down 12V starter battery could result.
When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by a certified
i-MiEV dealer.
Type 1Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
The combinations of switch operations and illuminated lights
differ in accordance with the following conditions.
Except for vehicles equipped with daytime running lights
OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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