2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV change time

Introduction
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Thank you for buying a Mitsubishi i-MiEV powered by MiEV
(Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle) technology.
We are confident you will enjoy your vehicle. It has been engi-
neered for optimum performance, durability and comfort. By
thoroughly reading this Owner’s Manual, you will gain an
understanding of the many features that are included in the i-
MiEV. The Owner’s Manual contains descriptions and illustra-
tions that will assist in the operation and maintenance of your
vehicle.
A Certified i-MiEV Dealer will be happy to assist you with any
further questions you may have regarding the operation of your
vehicle.
Please note that this manual applies to all i-MiEV models and
explains all features including options. Some features
explained in this manual may not be installed on your vehicle.
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in the vehicle at the time of
resale. The next owner will appreciate having access to the
information contained here.
This manual includes instructions for standard and optional
equipment available at the time of printing. Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and to make additions or improvements in its
product without assuming any obligation to install these on
previously manufactured products.
Throughout this manual the words WA R N I N G and CAUTION
appear.
These are reminders to be especially careful. Failure to follow the
instructions could result in personal injury or damage to your
vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or
death if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
!
Points out hazards or unsafe practices that could cause minor
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
You will see another important symbol:
NOTE Gives helpful information.
WA R N I N G
!

Certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
©2011 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Printed in Japan
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MiEV Remote
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1. Power/communication switch
• When the MiEV Remote is off, the MiEV Remote can
be activated by pressing the switch for 1 second or
more.
• When the MiEV Remote is on, the MiEV Remote will
communicate with the vehicle by pressing the switch for
less than 1 second.• When the MiEV Remote is on, the MiEV Remote can
be turned off by pressing the switch for 3 seconds or
more.
2. MODE switch
The display of the MiEV Remote is changed in order of
“ON timer”, “OFF timer” and “Remote Climate Control”
by pressing this switch.
3. The manual charge switch
ON timer, OFF timer and Remote Climate Control are
cancelled by pressing this switch.
4. Ring
5. UP switch
Preset time is increased by pressing this switch.
6. DOWN switch
Preset time is decreased by pressing this switch.
7. Display
8. Antenna
NOTE
When you need additional MiEV Remotes, please contact
a certified i-MiEV dealer. Up to four MiEV Remotes can
be used per vehicle.
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NOTE
The remaining time for the last charging is displayed with
blinking as follows.
Example: If you set the charging starting time to 11:00
PM of the day before:

If the MiEV Remote cannot communicate with the vehi-
cle, the remaining time will not be displayed.4. If you need to change the remaining time for the ON
timer, press the UP switch (C) or the DOWN switch (D) to
change the remaining time.
The remaining time can be changed within the range from
0 to 19.5 hours in half hour increments.
NOTE
When you want to start the charging at the same time as
the last time, changing the remaining time is unnecessary.

When the remaining time is set to 0h, the charging starts
immediately after step 5.
Present time
Remaining time
Display
9:00 PM 2:00 2h
9:10 PM 1:50 2h
9:40 PM 1:20 1.5h
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Turning the electric motor switch to the “ON” position or
the “ACC” position will cancel the Charging Timer.

If the MODE switch is pressed while changing the ON
timer setting, the change will be canceled.

The symbol on the MiEV Remote will be illumi-
nated while the vehicle is charging.

If the charge connector is disconnected before the time set
by the ON timer, the Charging Timer is not canceled. If
the charge connector is re-connected again before starting
the charge or setting the charge timers, the Charging
Timer will resume.
To start the charging immediately after the ON timer
has been set
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1. Turn on the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the MiEV
Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.
2. Press the UP switch (C) or the DOWN switch (D) once,
and the remaining time from the present to the time set for
the ON timer will be displayed and blink.
3. Change the remaining time to 0h by pressing the UP
switch (C) or the DOWN switch (D).
4. Press the power/communication switch (B) for less than 1
second to send the setting data to the vehicle. The MiEV
Remote will sound melodies on transmission and recep-
tion. The charging will start.
Refer to “Regular charging (charging method with rated
AC 120 V outlet)” on page 1-20.
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5. Turn off the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the MiEV
Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.
To set OFF Timer
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The OFF timer can be set during the regular charging or after
setting the ON timer.
1. When the power of MiEV Remote is off, turn the power
on. Refer to “To turn the MiEV Remote ON/OFF” on
page 1-50.
2. Press the MODE switch (E) to change the display to the
OFF timer (2).1_ Shown the ON timer
2_ Shown the OFF timer
3_ Shown the Remote Climate Control
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3. Press the UP switch (C) or the DOWN switch (D) once.
The time set last time for the OFF timer will be displayed
and blink.
4. If you need to change the time for the OFF timer, press the
UP switch (C) or the DOWN switch (D) to change the
time.
• The time can be changed within the range from 0.5h to
19.5h by half hour and can be changed to “-h”.
• When “-h” is displayed, the charging will end when
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery is fully charged.NOTE
To display “-h”, press the UP switch (C) when 19.5h is
displayed or press DOWN switch (D) when 0.5h is dis-
played.5. Press the power/communication switch (B) for less than 1
second to send the setting data to the vehicle.
The MiEV Remote will sound melodies on transmission
and reception.
NOTE
The melodies can be turned off. Refer to “To turn on/off
melody and buzzer” on page 1-63.

If a communication error occurs or the MiEV Remote
System is not functioning properly, the buzzer will sound.
Refer to “Display of MiEV Remote during communicat-
ing with vehicle” on page 1-57.

If the ON timer is unset when setting the OFF timer, the
ON timer will be automatically set with “0h”.
6. Turn off the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the MiEV
Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.
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To operate the Remote Climate Control
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The following conditions must be met to operate the Remote
Climate Control.

Selector lever: P (PARK) position.

Electric motor switch: LOCK position.

EV charging cable (regular charger): Connected.

Quick charging: Not used (if so equipped).

Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Level Indicator: Shows
one bar or more. Refer to “Main Drive Lithium-ion Bat-
tery Level Indicator” on page 1-63.

All doors and the liftgate: Closed.
1. Start charging. Refer to “Regular charging (charging
method with rated AC 120 V outlet)” on page 1-20.
2. Turn on the MiEV Remote. Refer to “To turn the MiEV
Remote ON/OFF” on page 1-50.3. Press the MODE switch (E) to change the mode to
Remote Climate Control (3).
WA R N I N G
!
Improper charging can result in a fire, property
damage, and serious injury or death.
Carefully read and follow instructions in “Precau-
tion on Charging the Main Drive Lithium-ion Bat-
tery” on page 1-18 and “Regular charging (charging
method with rated AC 120 V outlet)” on page 1-20.
1_ Shown the ON timer
2_ Shown the OFF timer
3_ Shown the Remote Climate Control
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Timed charging is
impossible.The system is charged
although the ON timer
is being set.Backup charging for the Main Drive
Lithium-ion Battery Warming System
has been operated. (if so equipped)This is not a malfunction.Charging will be termi-
nated when the system has been charged enough
for the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming
System.
Charging is preset, but
the specified charging
level is not satisfied.

The charging level
is not expected
amount.

Is not charged.

Is not charged at
the preset time.The timer is cancelled or the preset time
is changed by using another MiEV
Remote.Check whether another person has operated his
or her MiEV Remote.
The electric motor switch has been
operated before the system is charged.Check whether the electric motor switch has
been operated before the system is charged.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has exceeded about
140 °F (60 °C).Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense heat” on page 1-10.
The temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery has been under about -
13 °F (-25 °C). (except vehicles with
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warm-
ing System)Allow the temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery to reach normal operating tem-
perature. Refer to “Cautions and action to deal
with intense cold” on page 1-12.
Charging Timer is not preset correctly. Preset the timed charging again.
Although the charging
is preset, too much time
is needed to charge the
system fully.The Remote Climate Control has been
activated.Check whether the Remote Climate Control has
been activated.
The Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
Warming System has been operated. (if
so equipped)Move the vehicle to a warmer location.
Temperature of the Main Drive Lith-
ium-ion Battery is low.Refer to “Cautions and action to deal with
intense cold” on page 1-12.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
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