2014 MITSUBISHI iMiEV light

Replacement of light bulbs 9-24 Vehicle care and maintenance
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2. Remove the socket and bulb assembly together by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. To create enough work space, turn the steering wheel all the way in the same direction to the side
you wish to replace.
2. Remove the clip (A) and bolts (B), then lift the cover (C).
NOTE
 When installing the light assembly, push in the end facing the front
of the vehicle first.
* : Front of the vehicle
Front turn signal lights/Front fog lights/Daytime running lights
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Replacement of light bulbs
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-25
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3. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it.
4. Remove the bulb as follows. [Front turn signal light]Pull the bulb out of the socket. [Front fog light
and daytime running
light]While holding down the tab (G), pull out the bulb assembly (H).
5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. Open the liftgate. (Refer to “Liftgate” on page 5-11.)
D- Front turn signal light E- Front fog light F- Daytime running light
Front turn signal light Front fog light Daytime running light
CAUTION Handle halogen light bul
b with care. The gas
inside a halogen light
bulb is highly pressur-
ized, so dropping, knocki
ng, or scratching a
halogen light bulb can
cause it to shatter.
Never hold the halogen
light bulb with a bare
hand, dirty glove, etc. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the fog lights are used.If the glass surface is dirty, clean it with alcohol and let it dry completely before installing the bulb.
Rear combination lights
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Replacement of light bulbs 9-26 Vehicle care and maintenance
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2. Remove the screws (A) that hold the light unit and remove the light unit. 3. Move the light unit toward the rear of the vehicle and remove the pins (B) of the light unit from the vehicle.
4. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it.
5. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 6. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. Remove the clips (A), then lift the cover(B).
C- Tail and stop light (LED) - cannot be
replaced
D- Rear turn signal light E- Back up light
NOTE
 The tail and stop lights use LEDs rather than bulbs. For repair and replacem
ent, contact a certi-
fied i-MiEV dealer.
Rear side-marker lights
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Replacement of light bulbs
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-27
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2. Turn the socket (C) counterclockwise to remove it. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. Remove the mounti
ng screws (A) and
remove the light unit. 2. While holding down the tab (B), pull out the connector.
3. Remove the screws (C) and then remove the bulb holder. 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket.5. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
High-mounted stop light
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Vehicle care precautions 9-28 Vehicle care and maintenance
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1. When removing the light unit (A), push it toward the left side
of the vehicle body.
2. Use a flat blade screwdriver into the tab (B) and pry gently to remove the lens. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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In order to maintain the value of your vehicle, perform regular maintenance using the proper materials and procedures
. Be sure to use only
those materials and proc
edures that meet your
local environmental pollution control regula- tions. Choose the material
s you will use care-
fully, to be sure that they do not contain corrosives. If you are not sure, contact a certi- fied i-MiEV dealer for help in choosing thesematerials.
License plate lights
NOTE
 When installing the light, insert tab (C) first then align and insert tab (D).
Vehicle care precautions
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Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-29
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These can all be danger
ous, and they all can
damage your vehicle.
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After washing the inside of your vehicle withany cleaner, wipe it dry
in a shady, well venti-
lated area.
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1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft clothsoaked in a mild soap and water solution. 2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring out well. Using this cloth,
wipe off the deter-
gent thoroughly.
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1. To maintain the value of your new vehi-cle, maintain the upholstery carefully andkeep the interior clean. Use a vacuum cleaner
and brush to clean
the seats. If stained,
vinyl and synthetic
leather should be clea
ned with an appro-
priate cleaner. Cloth fabrics can be cleaned with either
upholstery cleaner or a
mild soap and water solution. 2. Clean the carpeting with a vacuum cleaner and remove a
ny stains with carpet
cleaner. Oil and grea
se can be removed by
lightly dabbing with
a clean white cloth
and spot remover.
CAUTION Cleaning products can
be dangerous. Some
are poisonous. Others
are highly flammable.
Some are dangerous if you breathe theirfumes in a closed space. When you use any- thing in a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the in
structions. Always open
your vehicle doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Never use the following chemicals to clean your vehicle:• Gasoline• Carbon Tetrachloride• Benzine• Kerosene• Naphtha• Acetone• Turpentine• Paint Thinner• Lacquer Thinner• Nail Polish Remover
Cleaning the inside of your vehicle
CAUTION Do not use organic substances (solvents, benzine, kerosene, alc
ohol, gasoline, etc.) or
alkaline or acidic solutions.These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or cracking of the surface. If you use cleaners or
polishing agents, make
sure their ingredients do not include the sub- stances mentioned above.NOTE
 Always read the instru
ctions on the cleaner
label.
Plastic, vinyl leather, fabric and flocked parts
NOTE
 Do not use cleaners,
conditioners, and pro-
tectants containing
silicones or wax.
Such products, when applied to the instru-ment panels or other pa
rts, may cause reflec-
tions on the windshiel
d and obscure vision.
Also, if such products
get on the switches of
the electrical accessories, it may lead to fail- ure of these accessories.
Upholstery
NOTE
 If fuzzing is difficult to remove from the seat upholstery, draw a suitable defuzzing brush over the surface in
one direction.
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1. To clean, lightly wipe the leather with a soft cloth soaked in a mild soap and water solution.2. To rinse, dip the cloth in fresh water, wring it out well, a
nd wipe off all the
soap. 3. To preserve and prot
ect, use a leather pro-
tecting agent on the genuine leather sur- face.
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To protect your vehicle’s finish, wash it often and thoroughly. If desired, you may wax your vehicle using a nonabrasi
ve automobile wax.
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Industrial pollution, road tar, bird droppings, tree sap, insect remain
s, sea water and other
foreign matters can da
mage the finish on your
vehicle.Generally, the longer
any foreign material
stays on the finish, the worse the damage. Wash your vehicle as soon as possible when-ever the finish gets soiled.
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Chemicals contained in the dirt and dustpicked up from air, rain, snow or road sur- faces can damage the paint and body of your vehicle if left on.Frequent washing and wa
xing is the best way
to protect your vehicle from this damage. Do not wash the vehicl
e in direct sunlight.
Park the vehicle in the shade and spray it with water to remove dust.
Next, using plenty of
clean water and
a car washing mitt or sponge,
wash the vehicle from top to bottom.Use a mild car washing soap if necessary. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry with a cham- ois or soft cloth. Af
ter washing
the vehicle,
carefully clean the joints and flanges of the doors, hood, etc., where dirt is likely to remain.
Genuine leather
(if so equipped)
NOTE
 If genuine leather is we
t with water, wipe it
with a dry, soft cloth. If left damp, mildew may grow.  The genuine leather su
rface can be damaged
if brushed with a nylon or synthetic fiber brush.  Organic solvents such as benzine, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, acid or alkaline solventscan discolor the genuine leather surface and should not be used.  The genuine leather surface may harden and shrink if it is exposed to the direct sunlight for long hours. When your vehicle is parked,place it in the shade as much as possible.
Cleaning the outside of your vehicle Foreign material Wa s h i n g
WA R N I N G Do not wash the vehicle while charging the main drive lithium-ion battery. Doing so could cause a
fire or an
electric
shock. Before washing the vehicle, make sure that the charging lid and the inner lid arecompletely closed. If the lid is open, the charging unit is exposed to water, resulting in a fire or anelectric shock. Do not pour water inside the electric motor unit room. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.CAUTION When washing the vehicle, turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position. Do not use a high pressure washing machine to clean the underneath of the vehicle. Doing so might cause th
e electric motor unit
problem or malfunction.
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Salt and other chemicals spread on winter roads in some geographical areas can have a detrimental effect on the vehicle underbody.You should flush the underbody with a high pressure hose every time you wash the out- side of your vehicle.Take special care to
remove mud or other
debris which could trap and hold salt and moisture. After washing your vehicle, wipe off all waterdrops from the rubber parts around thedoors to prevent the doors from freezing.
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Wax your vehicle once or twice a year, orwhen water does not bead up on the paint.
Use a soft cloth to put a small amount of wax on the painted surfaces. After the wax hasdried, polish with a dry soft cloth. Do not wax your vehicle
in direct sunlight.
You should wax when the painted surfacesare cool.
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If painted surfaces have been severely dam- aged and lost their original luster and color tone, polish the surface lightly with a finepolishing compound. Avoid limiting your polishing to the damage
d surface only; polish
a somewhat wider area, moving the polishing
 When washing the underside of your vehicle or the wheels, wear a pair of gloves to pro-tect your hands. Never spray or splash water on the electrical parts in under the hood. This may damagethem. Be careful also when washing the underbody. Do not spray water up under the hood. Avoid automatic car washers that use rotat- ing brushes. These brushes may scratch thepaint surface and make it dull. Scratches are more not
iceable on darker col-
ored vehicles. Some hot water wash
ing equipment uses
high pressure and heat to clean your vehicle.This heated water ma
y damage your vehi-
cle’s resin parts. It
can flood the interior of
the vehicle. Therefore, be sure of the follow-ing:• Keep the washing nozzle at least 28 inches(70 cm) away from the vehicle body.• When washing around the door glass, holdthe nozzle at a distance of more than 28 inches (70 cm) and at right angles to the glass surface.
 Make sure to do the following when using an automatic car wash, with help from eitherthis manual or the car wash operator, to avoid damaging your vehicle:• Fold the outside mirrors.• Remove the antenna.• Tape the wiper arm assembly.CAUTION
During cold weather
NOTE
 When the door is frozen, opening it by force may tear off or crack the rubber gasket installed around the door. Pour warm water to melt the ice. Be sure to thoroughly wipeoff the water after opening the door. To pre- vent freezing of the we
atherstripping on the
doors, hood, etc., treat with silicone lubri-cant.
Waxing
CAUTION Waxes containing high abrasive compounds should not be used. These waxes remove rustand stain effectively from the paintwork, but are harmful to the finish on the paint and the plate, because they also remove clearcoat.They are also harmful to other glossy sur- faces such as the grille, trim, moldings, etc. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, benzine or paint thinners to remove road tar or other dirt from the vehicle surface. Do not put wax on the areas having black matte coating because
it can cause uneven
discoloration, patches, bl
urs, etc. If these get
wax on them, wipe the wax off right away with a soft clot
h and warm water.
Polishing
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