2014 MITSUBISHI iMiEV service

Service precautions 9-2 Vehicle care and maintenance
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Taking regular care of your vehicle helps pre- serve its value and appe
arance as long as pos-
sible.This vehicle is an electric vehicle and is equipped with many high-voltage compo- nents. Refer to “High-voltage components”on page 3-30. You can do some of the maintenance work described in this manual by yourself, but the rest must be performed
only by a certified i-
MiEV dealer.If you discover a malfunction or other prob- lem, have it corrected by a certified i-MiEV dealer.Also follow the instru
ctions and take note of
the precautions for each procedure.
High voltage components and wiring cables are located as shown in the figure below.
Service precautions
WA R N I N G Never touch, remove or disassemble the high- voltage componen
ts including high-
voltage wires colore
d orange and their
connectors. Doing so can result in a fire, property damage, elec
trocution and seri-
ous injury or death. These components are affixed with a label indicating precautions for handling. Fol-low the instructions on the label. Take your vehicle to a cert
ified i-MiEV dealer
for any necessary maintenance.
1- Regular charge port 2- MCU 3- Main drive lithium-ion battery4- Heater 5- Air conditioner compressor 6- High voltage connector7- Service plug 8- Electric motor (Electric motor unit) 9- On board charger/DC-DC converter10- Quick charge port
WA R N I N G When servicing the vehicle, make sure that the electric motor switch is in the“LOCK” position and
the charging cable
is disconnected. Failure to do so could result in an electric shock.
 When checking or servicing under the hood or the coolant reserve tank, be surethe electric motor unit is stopped and ithas had a chance to cool down.  If you need to work
under the hood with
the electric motor unit on, be careful that your clothing, hair, etc. does not get caught in the fan or other moving parts. The fan can turn on automatically even if the electric motor unit is not running.Turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position to be
safe while you are
working under the hood. Do not smoke or allow open flames around the 12V starter battery. Be extremely careful when working around the 12V starter battery. It containspoisonous and corros
ive sulfuric acid.
Handling your vehicle’s parts and materi- als in the wrong way can injure you. Ask a certified i-MiEV dealer
if you have ques-
tions. CAUTION The components inside
the electric motor
unit room may be very
hot to the touch.
Make sure all components have sufficientlycooled before beginning an inspection. These components are affixed with a label indicating precautions
for handling. Follow
the instructions on the label.WA R N I N G
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Coolant/Hot water heater fluid 9-6 Vehicle care and maintenance
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The coolant level in th
is reservoir should be
kept between the “F (FULL)” and the “L(LOW)” marks when measured while the electric motor is cold. If necessary, add cool- ant. Refer to “To add coolant” on page 9-6.
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Mitsubishi Motors Genui
ne Coolant provides
excellent protection against corrosion and rust formation on all metals, including alumi- num.
If you need to add coolant often, the cooling system should be pressure-tested for leaks.Take your vehicle to a certified i-MiEV dealer for testing.
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The reservoir cap (E) must be tightly sealedto prevent losing coolant which may result in electric motor or nearby parts of the roomunder the hood damage. Only use a Genuine Mitsubishi Parts rese
rvoir cap, or an
approved equivalent.
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 Do not overfill the reservoir.  Your vehicle uses a special reservoir cap that stays sealed and keeps the pressure inthe reservoir below the allowable pres- sure. If you need to change the cap, use the exact same kind.  Check the coolant freeze point in the radi- ator with the proper gauge, and only when it is safe. If you add antifreeze, the con-tents of the reservoi
r must be protected
against freezing.  Keep the front of the radiator and con- denser clean.
To add coolant Use “Mitsubishi Motors
Genuine Super Long
Life Coolant Premium”
or an equivalent
*.
* : similar high qual
ity ethylene glycol
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrate and non-borate coolant with long life hybrid organic acid technologyFULL LOW
CAUTION Do not use alcohol or
methanol antifreeze or
any coolants that c
ontain them. Using the
wrong antifreeze can corrode aluminumparts.  The required concentration of anti-freeze dif- fers depending on the
expected ambient tem-
perature. Above -31 °F (-35 °C):
50 % concentration
of anti-freeze Below -31 °F (-35 °C): 60 % concentration of anti-freezeYou can check the concen
tration level with a
gauge from an automotive supply store, or a certified i-MiEV dealer or service station cancheck it for you. Do not use water to adjust the concentration of coolant.  Do not top off the tank with plain water only. Water by itself boils at a lower temperature and does not stop rust or freezing. If the water freezes, it will
damage your cooling
system. Do not use tap water. It can cause corrosion and rust.
Reservoir cap
WA R N I N G Wait for the electric motor to cool down before opening the re
servoir cap. Other-
wise hot steam or bo
iling coolant could
spray up from the re
servoir and scald you.
Points to remember
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Tires 9-12 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
EXAMPLE: 95H
Maximum load indicates the maxi- mum load this tire is designed to carry. Maximum Pressure indicates the maximum permissible cold tire infla-tion pressure for this tire. The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire but the date
NOTE
European/Japanese metric tire sizing is based on European/Jap- anese design standards. Tires designed to these standards havethe tire size molded into the sidewall beginning with the sec- tion width. The letter “P” isabsent from this tire size desig- nation. Example: 215/65R15 96H.LT (Light Truck) -metric tiresizing is based on U.S.A. designstandards. The size designation for LT-metric tires is the same as for P-metric tires except for theletters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example:LT235/85R16.
Service Description 95
Load index A numerical code associ- ated with the maximum load a tire can carry.
H
Speed symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corre- sponding to its
load index
under certain operating con-ditions.The maximum speed corre- sponding to the speed sym- bol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions. (i.e. tire pressure, vehicle loading, road condi-tions and posted speed lim- its)
Maximum Load
WA R N I N GOverloading of your tire is dangerous. Overloading cancause tire failure, affect vehi- cle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Usetires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them.
Maximum Pressure Tire Identification Number (TIN)
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Tires
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-13
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code may only be on one side. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on the outboard sidethen you will find it on the inboard side of the tire. EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 1504
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on a specified government test course
. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart signifi-cantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under contro
lled conditions on
specified government te
st surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the ti
re’s resistance to the
generation of heat and it
s ability to dissipate
heat when tested u
nder controlled conditions
on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corre-sponds to a level of
performance which all
passenger car tires must
meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109.Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
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Proper tire inflation pre
ssure is essential for
the safe and satisfac
tory operation of your
vehicle. The wrong tire pressure will cause problems in three major areas:
DOT
Department of Transporta- tion This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department
of Transportation tire safety standards, and is approved for highway use.
MA
Code representing the tire manufacturing location. (2 digits)
L9 ABCD
Code representing the tire size. (2 digits)Code used by tire manufac- turer. (1 to 4 digits)
15
Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
04
Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured. (2 digits)
Treadwear, Traction and Temper- ature Grades Treadwear Tr a c t i o n
TemperatureTire inflation pressures
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-17
9
If the blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, do not operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are freed,otherwise the wiper mo
tor may be damaged.
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The next pages list th
e maintenance service
recommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo- ration. In addition to the general maintenancethat needs to be performed at the times listed, there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance.But, if any of these parts stops working prop- erly, your vehicle performance could suffer. Have these items checked if you notice a problem with them. See a certified i-MiEV dealer for assistance, if you have any questions.
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Good brakes are essential to safe driving. Check the brake pads and brake linings for wear and check the rear wheel cylinders forleaks. For good braking performance, replace the brake pads with the same type pads as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked for:  Severe surface cracki
ng, scuffing or worn
spots. If the fabric casing of the hose isshowing through any cracks or worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through.  Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or
chassis interference.
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:  Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering linkage Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be
checked, cleaned, and
oiled when needed for easy movement and to
NOTE
 Do not run the wipers on dry glass for a long time. This wears out the rubber and canscratch the glass.
During cold weather
NOTE
 When replacing front wiper blade assembly with a wiper blade for use in cold regions, it is necessary to adjust the washer nozzle (A) spray positions. Always
contact a certified i-
MiEV dealer when re
placing front wiper
blade with a wiper blade for use in cold regions.  When removing snow and frost, be careful not to damage the wash
er nozzle which are
attached to the wiper arm.
General maintenance Disc brake pads, rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders
Brake hoses Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft boots Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) 10-2 Customer assistance/Re
porting Safety Defects
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This information is provided in compliance with the requirements of the National High- way Traffic Safety Ad
ministration, Depart-
ment of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers with information on repor
ting safety defects.
DOT quality grades - Al
l passenger vehicle
tires must conform to
Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. The spe- cific grade rating in each grade category isshown on the side wall of the tires on your vehicle. The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course
. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations indriving habits, service practices and differ- ences in road characteristics and climate. The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government te
st surfaces of asphalt
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the ti
re’s resistance to the
generation of heat and it
s ability to dissipate
heat when tested un
der controlled conditions
on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can leadto sudden tire failure. The grade C corre- sponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Fed-eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the labora
tory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addi- tion to notifying Mitsubishi MotorsCorporation.
Consumer information (For vehicles sold in U.S.A.) Uniform tire quality grading Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
WA R N I N G The traction grade assi
gned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking tractiontests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplani
ng, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature A, B, C
WA R N I N G The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation
, or excessive load-
ing, either separately
or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Reporting Safety Defects
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
Numerics
12V power outlet
................................
5-51
12V starter battery
................................
9-7
Specification
..................................
11-5
12V starter battery charging system warning light
.................................................
5-43
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-6
Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS)
....
5-23 Active stability control
........................
5-28
ASC indicator
.................................
5-30
ASC OFF indicator
.........................
5-30
ASC OFF switch
............................
5-29
Skid control function
.......................
5-29
Traction control function
.................
5-29
Air conditioning
...................................
7-4
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-10
Air purifier
.........................................
7-11
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-32
Antenna
.............................................
7-22
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-25
Warning light
........................
5-26
, 5-27
ASC
..................................................
5-28
ASC indicator
.....................................
5-30
ASC OFF indicator
.............................
5-30
ASC OFF switch
................................
5-29
Assist grip
.........................................
5-56
Audio
AM/FM electronicall
y tuned radio with
CD player
....................................
7-11
Error codes
....................................
7-19
Handling of compact discs
..............
7-20
B
Back up lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-25
Ball joint, steering li
nkage seals and drive
shaft boots
.......................................
9-17
Battery
12V starter battery charging system warn- ing light
.......................................
5-43
Disconnection and connection
...........
9-9
During cold weather
.........................
9-9
Main drive lithium-ion battery
...........
3-3
Brake
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-25
Braking
...........................................
6-5
Fluid
.......................................
9-7
, 11-6
Hose
.............................................
9-17
Parking brake
.................................
5-16
Parking brake lever stroke
...............
9-16
Pedal
.............................................
5-24
Pedal free play
...............................
9-16
Power brakes
..................................
5-24
Service brake
..................................
5-24
Warning light
.................................
5-42
Brake assist system
.............................
5-25
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-2
Bulb capacity
......................................
9-22
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-7
Capacities
..........................................
11-6
Card holder
...............................
5-51
, 5-55
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging
Quick charging
...............................
3-24
Regular charging
...................
3-15
, 3-24
Charging indicator
..............................
5-42
Charging Timer
..................................
3-36
Charging troubleshooting guide
............
3-28
Chassis number
...................................
11-2
Child restraint
.....................................
4-13
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-10
Cleaning
Inside of your vehicle
......................
9-29
Outside of your vehicle
...................
9-30
Clock
.................................................
7-22
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Alphabetical index 12-4
12
Parking brake
.................................
5-16
Parking brake lever stroke
...............
9-16
Parking lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Polishing
............................................
9-31
Power brakes
......................................
5-24
Power door locks
..................................
5-9
Power down warning light
...................
5-43
Power outlet
.......................................
5-51
Power windows
..................................
5-14
Precautions during Charging the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
..........................
3-14
Q
Quick charging
...................................
3-24
R
Radio
General information about your radio 7-23
Ready indicator
..................................
5-42
Rear combination lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-25
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-26
Rear turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-22
Replacement
...................................
9-25
Rear window defogger switch
..............
5-50
Rearview mirror
Inside
.............................................
5-16
Outside
..........................................
5-17
Refill capacities
..................................
11-6
Regenerative brake system indicator
.....
5-42
Regenerative braking
............................
3-3
Regular charging
........................
3-15
, 3-24
Remote Climate Control
.............
3-43
, 7-11
Replacement of light bulbs
...................
9-22
Replacing tires and wheels
...................
9-14
Reporting Safety Defects
.....................
10-2
Reservoir cap
.......................................
9-6
S
Safe driving techniques
.........................
6-4
Seat
....................................................
4-2
Front seats
.......................................
4-3
Heated seat
......................................
4-4
Rear seats
........................................
4-5
Seats and restraint systems
................
4-2
Seat belt
..............................................
4-8
Adjustable seat be
lt shoulder anchor
.4-11
Child restraint
.................................
4-13
Driver’s seat belt
reminder/warning light
..
4-10
Force limiter
..................................
4-13
Front passenger seat belt warning light
.....
4-11 Maintenance and inspection
.............
4-20
Pre-tensioner
..................................
4-12
Seat belt extender
...........................
4-12
Seat belt
instructions
.........................
4-8
Seat belt use
during pregnancy
.........
4-12
Service brake
......................................
5-24
Service precautions
...............................
9-2
Service reminder
........................
5-35
, 5-36
Skid control function
...........................
5-29
Snow tires
..........................................
9-15
Speedometer
......................................
5-34
Steering
Wheel lock
.....................................
5-20
Stop lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-25
Storage spaces
....................................
5-54
Sun visors
..........................................
5-51
Supplemental Restraint System
............
4-21
How the Supplement
Restraint System
works
..........................................
4-23
Servicing
.......................................
4-34
Warning light
.................................
4-26
T
Tail lights
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