2013 MITSUBISHI iMiEV service

WARNING
• The brake warning lamp does not illuminate while
the parking brake is applied
and the electric motor
switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
• The brake warning lamp stays on when the parking
brake is not applied.
NOTE l When

the brake warning lamp illu-
minates, the warning buzzer may
also sound.
l When the brake pedal has been re-
peatedly depressed over a short pe-
riod of time, the brake warning
lamp may come on and the brake
warning buzzer may sound. The
service brake system is working
normally, if the warning lamp
goes out and the buzzer stops
sounding after a few seconds.
l At times, you may hear the brake
electric vacuum pump for the pow-
er brakes operating when the
ready indicator illuminates or the
brake pedal is depressed.
This sound is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction. Auxiliary battery charge warn-
ing lamp
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This

warning lamp will illuminate when
there is a fault with the charging system
of the auxiliary battery.
Normally, when the electric motor
switch is turned to the “ON” position,
this warning lamp will illuminate. Then,
when the electric motor unit is started
and the ready indicator illuminates, the
warning lamp will go out. CAUTION
l
If the warning lamp stays on af-
ter

the ready indicator illumi-
nates, there may be a problem
with the charging system for
the auxiliary battery. • Immediately park your vehi-cle in a safe place and we rec-
ommend you to have it
checked.
• Do not charge the auxiliary battery. Door ajar warning lamp
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This

lamp illuminates when either of the
doors (also, the tailgate) is not complete-
ly closed. If the vehicle speed exceeds about
8

km/h (5 mph) with a door ajar, the warn-
ing lamp will flash 16 times and, at the
same time, the buzzer will sound 16
times to notify the driver that a door is
ajar. CAUTION
l
Before
moving your vehicle,
check that the warning lamp is
OFF.
NOTE l The

flashing of the warning lamp
and the buzzer can be disabled.
For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point.
l When the driver’s door is open,
the door ajar warning buzzer does
not sound because the electric mo-
tor reminder or selector lever re-
minder sounds. Electric motor unit warning
lamp
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This

warning lamp will illuminate when
there is a fault at the high voltage area.
Refer to “Service precautions” on page
8-06. Instruments and controls
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CAUTION
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If the lamp illuminates while
driving, immediately park your
vehicle in a safe place and we
recommend you to have it
checked. Power down warning lamp
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If

this warning lamp illuminates, the pow-
er provided by the electric motor will be
reduced and the vehicle will only be able
to move at low speeds.
This warning lamp will illuminate;
l When the energy level in the trac-
tion battery is nearly empty.
l When temperature of the electric
motor unit or the traction battery
is too high or too low.
l When voltage of the traction bat-
tery becomes low.
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bar,
the traction battery is nearly empty and
must be charged as soon as possible. Re-
fer to “Charging” on page 1-02.
If the warning lamp illuminates when
the outside air temperature is very low,
move the vehicle to a warmer location. If the warning lamp illuminates after the
vehicle has been driven continuously up-
hill

or when the outside air temperature
is very high, stop the vehicle in a safe
place so the electric motor unit and/or
the traction battery can cool down.
When they have cooled down, the warn-
ing lamp will turn off. If the warning is
not cancelled, please contact a
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized
Service Point. CAUTION
l
When
the power down warning
lamp illuminates, the vehicle
will have decreased power and
vehicle speed. The reduced
speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase
the chance of a collision. Be es-
pecially careful when driving.
If the vehicle cannot maintain a
safe driving speed, pull to the
side of the road in a safe place.
NOTE l Illumination

of the power down
warning lamp does not indicate a
malfunction.
l If the power down warning lamp il-
luminates while the air condition-
ing is used, the cooling or heating
may stop operating and only the
fan will operate. Combination headlamps and
dipper switch E00506002099
Headlamps
NOTE l Do

not leave the lamps on for a long time
while the ready indicator is not illuminated.
A run-down auxiliary battery could result.
l When it rains, or when the vehicle has been
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes be-
comes foggy, but this does not indicate a func-
tional problem.
When the lamp is switched on, the heat will
remove the fog. However, if water gathers in-
side the lamp, we recommend you to have it
checked.
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps. Instruments and controls
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OFF All lamps off
AUTO With the electric motor switch
in the “ON” position, head-
lamps, position, tail, licence
plate, and instrument panel
lamps turn on and off automati-
cally in accordance with outside
light
level. All lamps turn off au-
tomatically when the electric
motor switch is turned to the
“OFF” position. Position, tail, licence plate and
instrument panel lamps on
Headlamps and other lamps go
on
NOTE
l The

sensitivity of the automatic on/off con-
trol can be adjusted. For further information,
please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS
Authorized Service Point.
l When the headlamps are turned off by the au-
tomatic on/off control with the electric motor
switch in the “ON” position, the front fog
lamps (if so equipped) and rear fog lamps al-
so go off. When the headlamps are subse-
quently turned back on by the automatic on/
off control, the front fog lamps also come on
but the rear fog lamp stays off. If you wish to
turn the rear fog lamp back on, operate the
switch again.
l Do not place anything on the automatic light
sensor (A), and do not clean with a glass clean-
er. l
If
the lamps do not turn on or off with the
switch in the “AUTO” position, manually op-
erate the switch and we recommend you to
have your vehicle checked.
Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) au-
to-cutout function E00532700396
l If
the key is turned to the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position or removed from the electric
motor switch, and without opening the driv-
er’s door for 3 minutes while the lamp
switch in the “ ”
position, the lamps will
turn off automatically.
l If the key is turned to the “LOCK” or
“ACC” position or removed from the electric
motor switch and the driver’s door is opened
within 3 minutes while the lamp switch is in
the “ ”
position, a buzzer will sound to
warn the driver that the lamps have not been
turned off, and these lamps will automatical-
ly turn off. NOTE
l The

lamp auto-cutout will not function when
the lamp switch is in the “ ” position.
l When

the key has been turned to either the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed
from the electric motor switch with the lamp
switch in the “ ”
position, and the lamp
switch is returned to the “OFF” position with-
in approximately 3 minutes, the auto-cutout
function will not be activated.
When you want to keep the lamps on 1. Turn the lamp switch in the “OFF” positionwhile the key is in the “LOCK” position.
2. Turn on the lamps with the switch in the
“ ”
or “ ” position again, then the
lamps will remain on.
NOTE l It is possible to disable the lamp auto-cutout
function. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
Lamp monitor buzzer E00506100605
If the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the
“LOCK”

or “ACC” position or removed from the
electric motor switch while the lamps are on, a buz-
zer will sound to remind the driver to turn off the
lamps.
When the lamp auto-cutout function acts, the buz-
zer will stop automatically. Instruments and controls
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NOTE
l When
adjusting the beam position, first put
the dial in the “0” position (the highest beam
position).
Except for vehicles with only the front
seats Vehi-
cle
condi- tion Switch
posi-tion “0” “0” “1” “1” “2” •: 1 person
:Full luggage loading

Switch position 0- Driver only/Driver + 1 front passenger
Switch position 1- 4 passengers (including driv- er)/
4

passengers (including driv-
er) + Full luggage loading
Switch position 2- Driver + Full luggage loading
Vehicles with only the front seats Vehicle condi-
tion Switch position “0”
“1”•: 1 person :Full luggage loading
Switch position 0- Driver only
Switch position 1- Driver + Full luggage loading Turn-signal lever
E00506501459 1- Turn-signals
When
making a normal turn, use position
(1). The lever will return automatically when
cornering is completed.
2- Lane-change signals When moving the lever to (2) slightly to
change a lane, the turn-signal lamps and indi-
cation lamp in the instrument cluster will on-
ly flash while the lever is operated.
Also, when you move the lever to (2) slight-
ly then release it, the turn-signal lamps and in-
dication lamp in the instrument cluster will
flash 3 times.
NOTE l If the lamp flashes unusually quickly, the
bulb in a turn-signal lamp may have burned
out. We recommend you to have the vehicle
inspected.
l It is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point. Instruments and controls
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MIST- Misting function
The wipers will operate once.
OFF- Off
INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive)
LO- Slow
HI- Fast
To adjust intermittent intervals
With the lever in the “INT” (speed-sensitive) posi-
tion, the intermittent intervals can be adjusted by
turning the knob (A). 1- Fast
2-

Slow
NOTE l The speed-sensitive-operation function of the
windscreen wipers can be deactivated.
For further information, we recommend you
to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-
ized Service Point. Misting function
The

wipers will operate once if the wiper lever is
raised to the “MIST” position and released. This op-
eration is useful when it is drizzling, etc. The wip-
ers will continue to operate while the lever is held
in the “MIST” position. Windscreen washer
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The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the wind-
screen

by pulling the lever towards you. The wip-
ers operate automatically several times while the
washer fluid is being sprayed. CAUTION
l
If
the washer is used in cold weather, the
washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze resulting in poor visibility.
Heat the glass with the defroster or demis-
ter before using the washer.
Rear window wiper and washer E00507301223
The rear window wiper and washer switch can be
operated

with the electric motor switch in the
“ON” or “ACC” position. Instruments and controls
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INT - The wiper operates continuously
for several seconds then operates
intermittently at intervals of about
every 8 seconds.
OFF - Off - The washer fluid will be sprayed
onto the rear window when the
knob
is turned fully in either direc-
tion.
The wipers operate automatically
several times while the washer flu-
id is being sprayed.
NOTE l To

ensure a clear rearward view, the wiper
performs several continuous operations when
the reverse gear is engaged while the switch
is in the “INT” position.
Following this continuous operation, the wip-
er will automatically switch to intermittent op-
eration.
l It is possible to activate the following func-
tions. For further information, we recom-
mend you to consult a MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point.
• Adjustment of the interval for intermit-tent operation
• Changing intermittent wiper operation to continuous wiper operation Precautions to observe when using wip-
ers and washers
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l If

the moving wipers become blocked by ice
or other deposits on the glass, the motor may
burn out even if the wiper switch is turned to
OFF. If obstruction occurs, park your vehicle
in a safe place, turn off the electric motor
switch, and clean the deposits from the glass
so that the wipers operate smoothly.
l Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry.
They may scratch the glass surface and the
blades wear out prematurely.
l Before using the wipers in cold weather,
check that the wiper blades are not frozen on-
to the glass. The motor may burn out if the
wipers are used with the blades frozen onto
the glass.
l Avoid using the washer continuously for
more than 20 seconds. Do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
Otherwise, the motor may burn out.
l Periodically check the level of washer fluid
in the reservoir and refill if required.
During cold weather, add a recommended
washer solution that will not freeze in the
washer reservoir. Failure to do so could re-
sult in loss of washer function and frost dam-
age to the system components. Rear window demister switch
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The
rear window demister switch can be operated
when the ready indicator illuminates.
Push the switch to turn on the rear window demis-
ter. It will be turned off automatically in about 20
minutes. To turn off the demister within about 20
minutes, push the switch again.
The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the
demister is on. NOTE
l Since

the demister requires a significant
amount of power, stop the demister as soon
as the window is demisted. Instruments and controls
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Economical driving
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For
economical driving, there are some technical re-
quirements that have to be met. In order to achieve
longer life of the vehicle and the most economical
operation, we recommend you to have the vehicle
checked at regular intervals in accordance with the
service standards.
Starting and acceleration
Avoid driving with the accelerator pedal is pushed
way down, such as for unnecessarily sudden starts,
acceleration and deceleration. Smoothly depress
the accelerator pedal.
Observe the speed limit and keep the speed as con-
stant as possible while driving.
Idling
Parking for a long period with the ready indicator
illuminated will shorten the cruising range.
Speed
At higher vehicle speed, more traction battery is con-
sumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight re-
lease of the accelerator pedal will save a significant
amount of traction battery.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular inter-
vals. Low tyre inflation pressure increases road re-
sistance. In addition, low tyre pressures adversely
affect tyre wear and driving stability.
Cargo loads
Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the lug-
gage compartment. Air conditioning
Too
much cooling/heating can affect the cruising
range, so maintain an appropriate temperature to ex-
tend the cruising range. Driving, alcohol and drugs
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Driving
after drinking alcohol is one of the most fre-
quent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even
with blood alcohol levels far below the legal mini-
mum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride
with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or
a friend, or use public transportation. Drinking cof-
fee or taking a cold shower will not make you sober.
Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs af-
fect your alertness, perception and reaction time.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driv-
ing while under the influence of any of these medi-
cations. WARNING
l NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE.
Your

perceptions are less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is
impaired. Starting and driving
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WARNING
l Avoid sudden regenerative braking when
driving on wet or icy roads. Using sudden
regenerative braking under these condi-
tions could cause the vehicle to skid, re-
sulting in a serious accident.
NOTE l When

the traction battery level is nearly full
or the traction battery temperature is low, the
regenerative braking performance may be
weakened. In this case, drive the vehicle at a
low speed.
“C” COMFORT
This position gives weaker regenerative braking
than the “D” (DRIVE) position. It enables relaxed
driving in circumstances in which you do not accel-
erate or decelerate much (for example, suburban
driving). It is intended for long cruising. Driving the vehicle
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Operation of the transmission E00629800020 CAUTION
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Before
selecting a position with the elec-
tric motor unit running and the vehicle
stationary, fully depress the brake pedal
to prevent the vehicle from creeping.
The vehicle will begin to move as soon as
the transmission is engaged, the brakes
should only be released when you are
ready to drive away.
l Depress the brake pedal with the right
foot at all times.
Using the left foot could cause driver move-
ment delay in case of an emergency.
l Operating the accelerator pedal while the
other foot is resting on the brake pedal
will affect braking efficiency and may
cause premature wear of brake pads.
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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic signals
the

vehicle can be left in selector lever position and
held stationary with the service brake.
For longer waiting periods with the electric motor
unit running, place the selector lever in the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position and apply the parking brake,
while holding the vehicle stationary with the serv-
ice brake. CAUTION
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Never
hold the vehicle stationary while in
transmission on a hill with the accelera-
tor, always apply the parking brake and/
or service brake.
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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete
stop,

fully engage the parking brake, and then
move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.
If you are going to leave the vehicle unattended, al-
ways switch off the electric motor unit and carry
the key.
NOTE
l On a slope, be sure to apply the parking
brake before moving the selector lever to the
“P” (PARK) position. If you move the selec-
tor lever to the “P” (PARK) position before
applying the parking brake, it may be diffi-
cult to disengage the selector lever from the
“P” (PARK) position when you next drive
the vehicle, requiring application of a strong
force to the selector lever to move it from the
“P” (PARK) position. Starting and driving
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