2012 MITSUBISHI iMiEV jump start

General information/Charging
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Charging time will vary depending on battery condition, air temperature and condition of power source (such as specification of the
quick charger).
A vehicle equipped with a quick charge port is compatible with most CHAdeMO (Japanese industry standard) connectors on charg-
ing stations. Charging stations using the CHAdeMO standard are UL certified and safe to use in the US.NOTE
The 12V starter battery will be automatically charged during charging and also while the ready indicator is illuminated. Refer
to “Ready indicator” on page 3-72.

Repeatedly performing only quick charging can reduce battery capacity. Regular charging is recommended unless quick charg-
ing is necessary.

If the 12V starter battery is discharged, the main drive lithium-ion battery cannot be charged. Refer to “Jump-starting” on page
6-2.
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General information/Charging
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NOTE
Repeatedly performing only quick charging (if so
equipped) can reduce the battery capacity. Regular charg-
ing is recommended unless quick charging is necessary.

To help maintain the capacity of the main drive lithium-
ion battery, the following is recommended:• Fully charge the vehicle by regular charging every 2
weeks.
• Do not repeat charging when the main drive lithium-ion
battery is at or near the full charge.

Both of the regular charging and quick charge cannot be
performed at the same time. The quick charging (if so
equipped) is given priority.

It is recommended that you perform regular charging from
2 bars or less on the energy level gauge to full at least
every three months. This lets the energy level gauge adjust
to decreases in battery capacity and correctly show the
remaining energy in the main drive lithium-ion battery.
CAUTION
!
To prevent damage to the charging equipment:
• Do not close the charge port lid without closing the
cap.
• Do not subject the charging equipment to impact.
• Do not pull or twist the charge cable.
• Do not drag the charge cable.
• Do not store charging equipment in locations
where the temperature is above 185 °F (85°C) or
below -40 °F (-40 °C).
• Do not place the charging equipment close to a
heater or other heat source.

Make sure the inner cap is closed on the charge port
when charging is finished. If the charge port lid is
closed when the cap is opened, water or foreign
materials may enter the charge port.
Do not charge when a vehicle body cover is in use.
This may cause damage to the charge connector.
Do not attempt to perform a jump start on the 12V
starter battery at the same time that the main drive
lithium-ion battery is being charged. Doing so may
damage the vehicle or charging cable and could
cause an injury. See “Jump-starting” in the “6. For
emergency” section.
Forcing the charge connector to connect may cause
damage to the charging equipment and vehicle.
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1-38 General information/Charging
1Charging troubleshooting guide
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Symptom
Possible cause
Possible solution
Charging cannot be
started.The electric motor switch is in
the ON position.Before charging, place the electric motor switch in the “LOCK” position.
The main drive lithium-ion bat-
tery is already fully charged.Charging cannot be performed if the main drive lithium-ion battery is
already fully charged. Charging automatically turns off if the main drive
lithium-ion battery is fully charged.
The temperature of the main
drive lithium-ion battery is too
high or too low to charge.Confirm the main drive lithium-ion battery temperature.
Refer to “Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat” on page 1-10
and “Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold” on page 1-12.
The 12V starter battery is dis-
charged.The main drive lithium-ion battery can be charged if the vehicle electrical
systems cannot be turned on. If the battery is discharged, charge or jump
start the 12V starter battery. Refer to “Jump-starting” on page 6-2.
The vehicle has a malfunction. The vehicle or charger may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning
light on the meter is illuminated. Confirm if the indicator on the charger
is indicating a malfunction. If a warning is displayed, stop charging and
contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Regular charging
cannot be started.There is no electrical power com-
ing from the outlet.Confirm that there has not been a power failure. Make sure the breaker is
on. If an outlet with a timer device installed is used, power will only be
available at the time set by the timer.
Confirm if the Ready (green) indicator on the control box is illuminated.
The charge connector is not con-
nected correctly.Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.
Charging Timer by
MiEV remote cannot
be started.Refer to “Action to be taken when the MiEV Remote system does not operate correctly” on page 1-67.BK0140800US.book 38 ページ ２０１１年９月２９日　木曜日　午後３時２８分

1-68 General information/Charging
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The following
symbol blinks
when the power
supply/communi-
cation switch on
the MiEV Remote
is pressed.

ERROR
symbol

symbolBlinks after about 1
second.
Electrical noise source is present in
the vicinity of the MiEV Remote.
(e.g. personal computer)

Electrical noise source is present
between the vehicle and the MiEV
Remote.Move away from the noise source.
Blinks after about 10
seconds.The MiEV Remote antenna is not
extended.Extend the MiEV Remote antenna to communi-
cate.
Out of effective communication range.
(e.g. too far away from the vehicle, or
radio signal is interfered)Move to the location where the system reaches
the effective communication range.
The electric motor switch is at the posi-
tion other than “LOCK” position.Turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK”
position.

Electrical noise source is present in
the vicinity of the vehicle.

Electrical noise source is present
between the vehicle and the MiEV
Remote.Move away from the noise source.
12V starter battery is discharged. Charge or replace the 12V starter battery.
Refer to “Jump-starting” on page 6-2, “12V
starter battery” on page 9-8.
The below symbol blinks about 10 seconds
after the power/communication switch on
the MiEV Remote is pressed.

ERROR symbolSome errors occur while the system is in
processing.Press the power/communication switch again.
Phenomena
Cause
Remedy
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6
For emergencies
If the vehicle breaks down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 2
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 2
Tire repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 7
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6- 19
Operation under adverse driving conditions . . . . .6- 22
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6-2 For emergencies
6If the vehicle breaks down
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If your vehicle breaks down on the road, move to the shoulder
and turn on the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder,
or the shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane slowly, with
the hazard lights flashing, until you come to a safe stopping
place. Keep the flashers flashing.
If the ready indicator light goes out while driving, the brakes
and steering will continue to work, but without power assist, so
more effort will be required for braking and steering. Stop the
vehicle on the shoulder of the road and turn on the hazard
warning flashers.
Jump-starting
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If the electric motor unit cannot be energized because the 12V
starter battery is weak or dead, you can start it with the battery
from another vehicle using jumper cables. NOTE
Do not use jumper cables if they have damage or corro-
sion.
1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch bands or brace-
lets that might make an accidental electrical contact.
WA R N I N G
!
To reduce the risk of igniting flammable gas that
may be emitted from the 12V starter battery, care-
fully read this section before jump-starting the vehi-
cle.
Do not try to start the electric motor unit by pushing
or towing the vehicle. This can cause an accident
resulting in serious injury or death and can damage
the vehicle.
CAUTION
!
Do not attempt jump starting the 12V starter bat-
tery while the main drive lithium-ion battery is
being charged. Doing so could damage the vehicle or
charging equipment.
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For emergencies
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2. Position the vehicles close enough together so that the
jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not
touching each other.
3. Set the parking brake firmly on your vehicle and move the
selector lever into the “P” (PARK) position.
4. Set the parking brake firmly on the other vehicle. Put the
automatic transaxle in “P” (PARK) or the manual
transaxle in “N” (Neutral).
5. Turn the ignition switch (the electric motor switch) on
each vehicle to the “LOCK” position.NOTE
Turn off all lights, heater, and other electrical loads. This
will help avoid sparks.6. Remove the battery cover, and then make sure your 12V
starter battery electrolyte is at the proper level. (Refer to
“Checking 12V starter battery electrolyte level” on page
7-14.)
7. Connect one end of one jumper cable to the positive
(+) terminal of the discharged battery (A), and then con-
nect the other end to the positive (+) terminal of the
booster battery (B).
CAUTION
!
Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12V battery.
If the other system is not 12V, both systems can be
damaged.
WA R N I N G
!
If the electrolyte fluid is not visible, or looks frozen,
DO NOT ATTEMPT JUMP STARTING!!
The battery might split open or explode if the tem-
perature is below the freezing point or if it is not
filled to the proper level.
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6-4 For emergencies
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NOTE
Open the terminal cover before connecting the jumper
cable to the positive terminal of the 12V starter battery.
(Refer to “Disconnection and connection” on page 7-16.)

Use the proper cables suitable for the battery size.
Otherwise heat damage to the cables could result.8. Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the nega-
tive (-) terminal of the booster battery (B), and then con-
nect the other end to the designated ground location of
the vehicle with the discharged battery (A) at the point
farthest from the battery.
9. Start the engine in the vehicle providing the boost. Let the
engine idle a few minutes, then start the electric motor
unit by turning the electric motor switch to the ON posi-
tion.
WA R N I N G
!
Make sure that the jumper cables and your clothing
are clear of the cooling fans and drive belts. Entan-
glement with the fans or belts can cause serious per-
sonal injury.
WA R N I N G
!
Be sure to follow the proper order when connecting
the batteries, of: →→→.
Make sure that the connection is made to the cor-
rect designated location (as shown in the illustra-
tion) properly. If the connection is directly made to
the negative (-) terminal of the battery, the flamma-
ble gases from inside the battery might catch fire
and explode, causing personal injury.
When connecting the jumper cables, do not connect
the positive (+) cable to the negative (-) terminal.
Sparks can make the battery explode.
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