Overview
Interior
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Sun visors P.3-122
Vanity mirror P.3-122
Card holder P.3-122
Dome light (front)/Reading lights P.3-125
Inside rearview mirror P.3-26 Head restraints
P.2-10Dome light (rear) P.3-127
Seat belts P.2-13 Assist grip P.3-131
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) - curtain airbags P.2-52
Tether anchors for child restraint
system P.2-28
Tire repair kit P.6-7Rear seat P.2-8
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) - side airbag (for front
seats) P.2-51Front seat
P. 2 - 3Window lock switch
P.3-24
Power window switch
P. 3 - 2 2Power door
lock switch
P.3-14
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1-20 General information/Charging
1Regular charging (charging method with
rated AC 120 V outlet)
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Carefully read instructions regarding “Precautions during
charging the main drive lithium-ion battery” on page 1-18 and
described in this section and also instructions on “EV charging
cable” on page 1-28 or instructions for a charging device you
use, and follow them.
NOTEYour vehicle is equipped with an EV charging cable for
regular charging. Refer to “EV charging cable” on page 1-
28.
When connecting or disconnecting the regular charge con-
nector, insert/pull out the connector straight.
Also, do not incline or twist the connector.
Doing so could cause a bad connection or malfunction.
Make sure to lock the doors to prevent theft, etc. during
charging.
WA R N I N G
!Improper charging can result in a fire, property
damage, and serious injury or death.Always use an outlet protected by a ground-fault
circuit interrupter, rated AC 120V and for amper-
age equal to or greater than the value specified on
the charging device, and that is connected to a dedi-
cated branch circuit. If the circuit is shared, and
another electrical device is being used at the same
time the vehicle is charging, the breaker may trip,
the circuit may overheat resulting in a fire. The cir-
cuit may cause adverse interference on MCB (Moul-
ded Circuit Board) and to household electrical
appliances such as TVs and audio systems.To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to a
properly grounded and waterproofed outlet.Never use an extension cable or conversion adapter.Never force the connection if the charging cable or
plug shows damage or is not easily connected due to
foreign material entering the plug or the outlet.Never use an outlet that is worn, damaged, or will
not hold the plug firmly.
Make sure that the plug is inserted all the way into
the outlet before use.While it is normal for the plug and charging cable to
become warm during charging, discontinue use
immediately if the plug or charging cable becomes
too hot to touch.Never pull the cable to remove the plug.Never connect or disconnect the plug with a wet
hand.
WA R N I N G
!
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General information/Charging
1-33
1 Quick charging (charging method with
quick charger)
(if so equipped)
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Your vehicle may be equipped with the quick charging port.
The quick charge port is compatible with most CHAdeMO*
(Japanese industry standard) connectors on charging stations.
*: Charging stations using this standard are UL certified and
safe to use in the US.
Improper charging can result in a fire, property damage, and
serious injury or death.
Carefully read instructions on “Precautions during charging the
main drive lithium-ion battery” on page 1-18, described in this
section and also instructions for a quick charger you uses, and
follow them.
NOTERepeatedly performing only quick charging (if so
equipped) can reduce the battery capacity. Regular charg-
ing is recommended unless quick charging is necessary.
Before using a publicly available quick charger, confirm
that the charger is suitable for your vehicle.
Make sure to lock the doors to prevent theft, etc. during
charging.
1. Fully apply the parking brake and move the selector lever
to the “P” (PARK) position.
2. Stop the electric devices such as lamps, air conditioning,
etc. and turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK”
position.
WA R N I N G
!Be sure to use a quick charger compatible with i-
MiEV. Use of a non-compatible quick charger may
cause a fire or malfunction.
For the quick charger compatible with i-MiEV, con-
sult an certified i-MiEV dealer.For operation of a quick charger, follow instructions
for each quick charger.Never connect or disconnect the charger with a wet
hand.Never pull the cable to disconnect the charger.During charging, the cooling fans under the hood
may automatically be operated even if the electric
motor switch is in the “LOCK” position. Keep your
hands away from the cooling fan during charging.
As the quick charge connector is heavier in compar-
ison to the regular charge connector, allowing it to
drop could cause damage to the vehicle or charge
connector or personal injury.
CAUTION
!If the charge connector cannot easily be connected
to the charge port, do not force the connection. For-
eign material may be in the charge connector or
charge port, or the charging device may not be com-
patible with your vehicle. Contact a certified i-MiEV
dealer.
WA R N I N G
!
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1-60 General information/Charging
1
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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Seat and restraint systems
2-3
2 Seats and restraint systems
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Your vehicle has seat belts and other features that help protect
you and your passengers in an accident.
Seat belts are the most important safety device. When worn
properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or
death in various types of crashes. For added protection during a
severe frontal collision, your vehicle has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and passen-
gers. The seats, head restraints, and door locks are also safety
equipment, which must be used correctly.
Always check the following before you drive:
That everyone in your vehicle is properly wearing their
seat belt.
That infants and small children are properly secured in
appropriate child restraint systems in the rear seat.
That all doors are fully closed and locked.
That seatbacks are upright, with head restraints properly
adjusted.
Safety equipment cannot prevent injury or death in all motor
vehicle accidents. You can help reduce the risk of injury or
death, however, by following the instructions in this manual.
Front seats
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Position the driver’s seat as far back as possible while main-
taining a position that still enables you to fully apply the ped-
als, easily control the steering wheel and safely operate the
vehicle.
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Features and controls
Break-in recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 2
Electronic immobilizer
(Anti-theft starting system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 3
Keyless entry system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 7
Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 12
Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 14
Child safety locks for rear door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 15
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 16
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 18
Power window control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 22
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 25
Inside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 26
Outside rearview mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 28
Electric motor switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 30
Steering wheel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 32
Starting the electric motor unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 33
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 33
Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS) . . . . . . .3- 38
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 39
Brake assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 40
Anti-lock braking system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3- 41
Electric power steering system (EPS) . . . . . . . . . .3- 44Active stability control (ASC). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 46
Tire pressure monitoring system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 49
Rear-view camera (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 55
Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 58
Indicator and warning light package . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 71
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 72
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 73
Combination headlights and dimmer switch . . . . . 3- 76
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 82
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 83
Front fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . 3- 83
Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 84
Electric rear window defogger switch. . . . . . . . . . 3- 89
Horn switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 90
Link System (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 90
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface (if so equipped) . . . . . . . 3- 91
USB input terminal (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 117
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 122
12 V power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 123
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 124
Storage spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 128
Cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 130
Assist grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 131
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Features and controls
3-7
3
General information
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Your electronic immobilizer operates on a radio frequency sub-
ject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules
(For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) and Industry Canada Rules (For
vehicles sold in Canada). This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of the Industry Canada Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions.
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Keyless entry system
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Press the remote control transmitter buttons to lock or unlock
the doors and to open the liftgate.
It can also help you signal for attention by setting off the panic
alarm.
CAUTION
!Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
1-
LOCK ( ) button
2-
UNLOCK ( ) button
3- PANIC button
4- Indicator light
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3-8 Features and controls
3
To l o c k Press the LOCK button (1) to lock all the doors and the liftgate.
If the dome light switch is in the door position, the dome light
will blink once. The turn signal lights will also blink once. NOTEIf you press the LOCK button (1) after locking the doors
and the liftgate, the horn will sound once to confirm that
they are locked.To unlock Press the UNLOCK button (2) to unlock the driver’s door only.
Within about 2 seconds, press the UNLOCK button one more
time to unlock all the doors and the liftgate.
If the dome light switch is in the door position, the dome light
will turn on for about 30 seconds. The turn signal lights will
also blink twice.NOTEIf the UNLOCK button (2) is pressed and no door or
liftgate is opened within about 30 seconds, relocking will
automatically occur.
The door and liftgate unlock function can be set so that all
doors and liftgate unlock when the UNLOCK button (2) is
pressed once.
For details, please contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.Answerback function The keyless entry system answerback functions from the horn
can each be turned on or off as desired.
Horn deactivation/reactivationThe horn answerback function can be set to the following three
conditions.
Each time the horn answerback function is set, a chime will
sound to tell you the condition of the answerback function.
1. Remove the key from the electric motor switch.
2. Open the driver’s door and turn the combination head-
lights and dimmer switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Press the LOCK button (1) for 4 to 10 seconds and press
the UNLOCK button (2) during this time.
4. Release in sequence the UNLOCK and LOCK buttons
within 10 seconds of pressing the UNLOCK button in step
3.Changing the setting of the turn signal lights answer-
back functionThe turn signal lights answerback function can be changed.
If you want to change the answerback function, please contact
a certified i-MiEV dealer for details.Number of
chimes
Condition
One chime The horn will not sound.
Two chimes The horn will sound.
Three chimesThe horn will sound if the auto light switch is
ON (if so equipped).
Four chimesThe horn will sound if the LOCK button is
pressed twice quickly.
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