2015 MITSUBISHI iMiEV key

Theft-alarm system
Features and controls 5-13
5
3. The system has ente
red the armed stage
after about 20 seconds, when the theft-alarm indicator flashi
ng becomes slower.
The theft-alarm indicator continues to flash while the system is in the armedstage.
The alarm will be activated if the following occurs while the vehicle is parked and the system is armed.  One of the doors and the liftgate is opened without using the keyless entry system.
When the alarm is activated: 1. The headlights blink on and off for 3 min- utes. After 3 minutes the headlights automati-cally shut off. 2. The horn will sound intermittently for 3 minutes.
The alarm can be deacti
vated in the following
ways.  By using the keyless entry system to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. Turn the electric motor switch to the “ON” position.
The system will be disarmed if the following operation is performed.  The electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position.
NOTE
 The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator is
illuminated, all doors
and the liftgate are
unlocked by using the
keyless entry system.  The system will be disarmed if, while the theft-alarm indicator is illuminated, the elec-tric motor switch is turned to the “ON”.  The system will not be armed if a door or the liftgate is not completely closed. If this hap- pens, rearm the system
as described above.
 The theft-alarm system can be activated when people are riding inside the vehicle or when the windows are open. To prevent acci-dental activati
on of the alarm, do not set the
system to the system armed mode while peo- ple are riding in the vehicle.  If the answerback function (flashing of the turn signal lights by locking and unlockingthe doors and the liftgate
) is deactivated, the
turn signal lights do not flash after the lock- ing and unlocking operation.For information on the answerback function, refer to “Keyless entry system” on pages 5-5.
Alarm stage Type of alarm Horn sounds!Headlights blink on and off!
NOTE
 The alarm will continue to operate for 3 min- utes. At the end of that
period, the alarm will
automatically shut off
to save battery power.
The system will then
be rearmed until the
proper disarming step is taken.  The alarm will resu
me if unauthorized
actions are taken again, even if the alarm has stopped.
Alarm deactivation Disarmed stage
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Power window control 5-14 Features and controls
5
 All doors and the lift
gate are unlocked by
using the keyless entry system.
Use the following proce
dure to test the sys-
tem:
1. Lower the driver’s window. 2. Arm the system as explained in “Armedstage”. 3. Make sure that the theft-alarm indicator comes on and flashe
s for approximately
20 seconds. 4. Wait a few seconds and then unlock the driver’s side door by using the inside doorlock knob. Open the door. 5. Make sure that the horn sounds intermit- tently and the headlights blink when a door is opened. 6. Disarm the system by unlocking all doorsand the liftgate by using the keyless entry system.
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NOTE
 If the UNLOCK button on the remote control transmitter is operated when all doors and the liftgate are closed and no door is opened within approximately 30 seconds, re-armingwill automatically occur.  The amount of time afte
r unlocking until the
vehicle relocks automatically can be adjusted. See a certified i-MiEV dealer for details.  Once the system has been disarmed, it can- not be rearmed except
by repeating the arm-
ing procedure.
Testing the theft-alarm system Disarm...by using the keyless entry system
Power window control 1- Open (down) 2- Close (up)
NOTE
 Never try to operate the main switch and sub-switch in different
directions at the same
time. This will free
ze the window in posi-
tion.  Operating the power windows repeatedly with the electr
ic motor unit stopped will run
down the 12V starter battery. Use the win- dow switches only while the electric motorunit is operating.WA R N I N G Before operating the power windows, make sure that nothing can be trapped (head, hands, fingers, etc.) in the window. Never leave the vehi
cle without carrying
the key. Never leave children
or unreliable adults
unattended inside the vehicle.
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Electric motor switch
Features and controls 5-19
5
The steering wheel is locked. The key can be inserted and removed only when the switch is in this position. The ready indicator is
not illuminated, but the
audio system and other
electric devices can
be operated. The electric motor unit
is running, and all the
vehicle’s electrical de
vices can be operated.
The electric motor unit operates. After the electric motor unit has started, release the key and it will automatically return to the “ON”position.
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After about 30 minutes
has elapsed with the
electric motor switch in the “ACC” position, the function automatically cuts out the powerfor the audio system and other electric devices that can be ope
rated with that posi-
tion.When the electric motor switch is turned from the “ACC” position, the power is sup- plied again to those devices.
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When removing the key, first set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and then turn the key to the “LOCK” position andremove it.
LOCK ACC ON START
NOTE
 Your vehicle is equippe
d with an electronic
immobilizer. To start the electric motor unit,the ID code which the transponder inside thekey sends must match
the one registered to
the immobilizer computer. (Refer to “Electroni
c immobilizer” on page
5-2.)
ACC power auto-cutout func- tion
NOTE
 It is possible to modify functions as follows: • The ACC power auto
-cutout function can
be deactivated by a certified i-MiEV dealer.
To remove the key
CAUTION Do not remove the key from the electric motor switch while driving. The steering wheel will lock, caus
ing loss of control.
If the ready indicator is turned off while driving, the power br
ake booster will stop
functioning and braking efficiency will bereduced. Also, the power steering system will not function and it
will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle. Do not leave the key in
the “ON” position for
a long time when the electric motor unit isnot running. This will
cause the 12V starter
battery to run down.
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Steering wheel lock 5-20 Features and controls
5
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If the driver’s door is opened while the elec- tric motor switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, a tone will sound.
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Remove the key at
the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked. Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
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1. Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fastened. 2. Insert the key. 3. Make sure the parking brake is applied.4. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot. 5. Make sure the selector
lever is in the “P”
(PARK) position.
6. Turn the key to the “ON” position and make certain that all warning lights arefunctioning properly before starting the electric motor unit. 7. Turn the key to the “START” position forone to two seconds, and
slowly return it to
its original position. When you hear the startup sound and the ready indicatorcomes on, startup of the electric motor unit is complete.
If the driver’s door is opened while the key is in the “ON” position, the electric motorreminder buzzer sounds
intermittently to
remind the key is in the electric motor switch.
Key reminder buzzer Steering wheel lock To l o c k To u n l o c k
CAUTION Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the key to the “ACC” position to unlock the steering wheel.NOTE
 If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turnthe key from “LOCK”
position to “ACC”
position. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.
Starting the electric motor unit
CAUTION Never attempt to start the electric motor unit by pushing or pulling the vehicle.
Electric motor reminder
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Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS)
Features and controls 5-23
5
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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 electricmotor unit running, plac
e the selector lever in
the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and apply the parking brake, while holding the vehicle sta-tionary with the service brake.
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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a com-plete 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 unat- tended, always switch
off the electric motor
unit and carry the key.
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While driving at low speeds, such as in park-ing lots, the acoustic vehicle alerting system(AVAS) alerts people who may not hear your vehicle approaching. The system sounds when the vehicle speed isapproximately 22 mph
(35 km/h) or less.
The acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS) will operate under th
e following conditions:
 When the vehicle sp
eed is approximately
2 mph (3 km/h) or less and the brake pedal is not depressed.
WA R N I N G While driving on a slippery road, do not use the “B” position.
Abruptly releasing
the accelerator pedal can apply strongregenerative braking
causing the vehicle
to skid which could result in an accident.NOTE
 When the main drive lithium-ion battery level is full or nearly
full, or the main drive
lithium-ion battery temp
erature is too high or
too low, the regenerative braking force may be reduced and stronger effort may berequired to operate the brakes.
Operation of the transmission
CAUTION Before selecting a pos
ition with the electric
motor unit running and the vehicle station- ary, fully depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping.The vehicle will begin to move as soon as the transmission is engage
d, the brakes should
only be released when you are ready to driveaway. 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.
 Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot is resting
on the brake pedal will
affect braking efficien
cy and may cause pre-
mature wear of brake pads.
Waiting
CAUTION Never hold the vehicle
stationary on a hill
with the accelerator. Always apply the park- ing brake and/or service brake.
Parking
CAUTION
NOTE
 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 next you drive the vehicle, requiring a
pplication of a strong
force to the selector lever to move from the “P” (PARK) position.
Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS)
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Anti-lock braking system 5-26 Features and controls
5
 When using the anti-lock brakes (sudden braking), steering is
slightly different
from normal driving conditions. Use the steering wheel carefully.  Always keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you. Even if your vehi- cle is equipped with
the anti-lock braking
system, leave a greater braking distance when: • Driving on gravel or snow-covered roads. • Driving on uneven road surfaces.  Operation of anti-lock braking system is not restricted to situations where brakes are applied suddenly. This system mayalso prevent the wheels from locking when you drive over manholes, steel roadwork plates, road markings, or anyuneven road surface.  When the anti-lock braking system is in use, you may feel the brake pedal vibrat-ing and hear a unique sound. You may also feel as if the pedal resists being pressed.In this situation, simply hold the brake pedal down firmly. Do not pump the brake, which will result in reducedbraking performance.
 An operation noise may be emitted from under the hood in the following situations.The sound is associated with checking the operations of the anti-lock braking sys- tem.At this time, you may feel a shock from the brake pedal if you depress it. These do not indicate a malfunction.• When the electric motor switch is set to the “ON” position. • When the vehicle is driven for a while after the electric motor is turned on.
 The ABS can be used after the vehicle has reached a speed over approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). It stops working when the vehicle slows below approximately 3 mph(5 km/h).
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This light comes on in the event of a malfunc-tion in the anti-lock braking system. It willalso come on as a self-check for a few sec- onds when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position.
Always make sure that
the light goes out befo
re beginning to drive.
Driving hints
CAUTIONThe anti-lock braking system cannot prevent accidents. It is your
responsibility to take
safety precautions and to drive carefully.  Be sure to use the spec
ified type and size of
tire on all four wheels. Otherwise, the ABS may not work properly. Do not install any aftermarket limited slip differential (LSD) on your vehicle. The ABSmay stop functioning properly.
Anti-lock braking system warn- ing light
CAUTION If the anti-lock braking system warning light comes on and stays on af
ter starting the elec-
tric motor unit or while driving, it means that the anti-lock braking system is not workingand that only the standard brake system is available. (The standard brake system will still work properly.) If this happens, takeyour vehicle to a certif
ied i-MiEV dealer as
soon as possible.
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Active stability control (ASC) 5-28 Features and controls
5
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If there is a malfunction in the system, the warning light will come on.Under normal conditions
, the warning light
comes on when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off afew seconds later.
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The active stability c
ontrol (ASC) takes over-
all control of the anti-lock braking system, traction control function and skid controlfunction to help maintain the vehicle’s con- trol. Also refer to the following pages on the anti-lock braking system, traction controlfunction and skid control function. Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
 P.5-25
Traction control function
 P.5-29
Skid control function
 P.5-29
WA R N I N GDo not turn the key from the ON position while the vehicle is moving. Stopping theelectric motor unit would make the steer-ing wheel extremely hard to turn, possibly resulting in an accident.NOTE
 During repeated full-lock turning of the steering wheel (for example, while you aremaneuvering the vehicle into a parking space), a protection
function may be acti-
vated to prevent overheating of the powersteering system. This f
unction will make the
steering wheel gradually harder to turn. In this event, limit your turning of the steeringwheel for a while. When the system has cooled down, the steering effort will return to normal.  If you turn the steering wheel while the vehi- cle is stationary with
the headlights on, the
headlights may become
dim. This behavior
is not abnormal. The headlights will return to their original brightne
ss after a short while.
Electric power steering system warning light
CAUTION If the warning light a
ppears while the elec-
tric motor unit is running, have the vehicle inspected at a certified i-MiEV dealer as soon as possible. It may become harder toturn the steering wheel.
Active stability control (ASC)
CAUTION Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even the ASC cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. This system, like any other system, has li
mits and cannot help
you to maintain traction and control of the vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless driv- ing can lead to accident
s. It is the driver’s
responsibility to drive carefully. This means taking into account the tr
affic, road and envi-
ronmental conditions. Be sure to use the specified type and size of tire on all four wheels
. Otherwise, the ASC
may not work properly. Do not install any aftermarket limited slip differential (LSD) on
your vehicle. The ASC
may stop functioning properly.
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch
Features and controls 5-45
5
[When the ready indicato
r is not illuminated,
or when the ready indicator is illuminated but the parking brake is not released] The electric motor unit starts when the lights are off.
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 If the key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the electric motor switch and the driver’s door is opened with the comb
ination headlights
and dimmer switch in the “ ” or “ ” position, the lights automatically turn off.
• If the driver’s door is opened after the key is removed from the electric motorswitch, a buzzer will sound to remind you to turn off the lights. • If the driver’s door is opened with thekey in the electric motor switch, a buzzer will sound intermitte
ntly to remind you
to remove the key.
 If the key is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” position with the driver’s door closed and the combination headlights and dimmer switch in the “ ” or “ ” position, the lights will stay on for about 3 minutes and then turn off automatically.
If the combination
headlights and dimmer
switch is turned to the “ ” or “ ” posi- tion again after the electric motor switch is turned to “LOCK” or “ACC” position, the auto-cutout function described above will not work. The lights (the park
ing lights, tail lights
The daytime running lights illumi- nated Parking, tail, front
and rear side-
marker lights, license plate and instrument panel lights on Headlights and other lights on
NOTE
 Once the daytime running light come on, they do not go out until the electric motorswitch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.OFF All lights off AUTO
Headlights and other lights turn on and off automatically in accor-dance with outsi
de light level.
Parking, tail, front
and rear side-
marker lights, license plate and instrument panel lights on Headlights and other lights on
NOTE
 The sensitivity of the automatic on/off con- trol can be adjusted.For further information, please contact a cer-tified i-MiEV dealer.  Do not place anything on the sensor (A), and do not clean with a gla
ss cleaner. Clean only
with clear water.  If the lights do not turn on or off with the switch in the “AUTO”
position, manually
operate the switch. Have the system checked by a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other lights)
NOTE
 The light auto-cutout f
unction can be deacti-
vated. See a certified i-MiEV dealer for details.
When you want to keep the lights on:
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