2016 MITSUBISHI iMiEV air conditioning

Instrument cluster 5-40 Features and controls
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Each time you press the
dash lights illumina-
tion button (B), the brightness of the instru- ments changes.
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This displays the approximate cruising range(how many more miles
or kilometres you can
drive). When the cruising range becomes short, the indicatio
n changes to “---”.
CAUTIONThe customer is responsible for making sure that regular inspections
and maintenance are
performed.Inspections and mainte
nance must be per-
formed to prevent accidents and malfunc- tions.NOTE
 It is not possible to re
set the “------” indica-
tion (B) with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position.  When a certain distance has been driven and a certain period has elapsed after appearance of the “------” indicati
on (B), the indication
is automatically re
set and the number of
months until the next
periodic inspection is
shown.  If you accidentally reset
the display, consult
a certified i-MiEV dealer for assistance.
Dash lights brightness indicator
A- Brightness display B- Dash lights illumination button
NOTE
 You can adjust to 4 different levels for when the parking lights or
headlights are illumi-
nated and 4 for when they are not.  If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1 second, the brightness automati- cally scrolls through its different levels, andstops scrolling when you release the button. Select your desired
level of brightness.
 When the combination headlights and dim- mer switch is in the “AUTO” position, the meter illumination switches automatically tothe adjusted brightne
ss, depending on the
brightness outsi
de the vehicle.
Bright Dim
The brightness level
of the instruments is
stored when the electric motor switch isturned off.  If the 12V starter battery is disconnected for a long time, these level of brightness will bereset.
Cruising range indicator
NOTE
 The cruising range is displayed based on the past drive data. It ma
y vary depending on the
driving condition (road condition, driving situation, etc.) and
air conditioning operation
status.For example, the cruising range can be short- ened by driving on congested roads, by driv- ing uphill, by repeated ha
rd acceleration, and
by use of the air cond
itioner and heater.
When the 12V starter battery terminal is dis- connected, the power consumption data of the main drive lithium-ion battery in the pastis deleted. A differen
t value from before may
be displayed. Be sure
to use the display only
for reference.NOTE
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Instrument cluster 5-42 Features and controls
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tery during charging or when the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.
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When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position and the
remaining bar of the
energy level gauge shows 2 bars or less, thewarning indicator (A) and the charging bars (B) flash as follows: When the energy level gauge shows 2 bars: The warning indicator flashes.When the energy level gauge shows 1 bar: The warning indicator and the charging bars flash alternately. Recharge the main drive lithium-ion battery as soon as possible.
F- Battery is fully charged. E- Charge the battery.
NOTE
 The charging indicator
is also illuminated
during charging. Refer to “Charging indi
cator” on page 5-44.
Low energy warning indicator
NOTE
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars during use of the air conditioning, the cooling orheating may stop opera
tion and the mode is
changed to fan only.  If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars, the power down warning light
is illuminated to
control the output.  If the energy level gauge shows 2 bars while the main drive lithium-ion battery is being charged, the warning i
ndicator flashes. If the
energy level gauge shows 1 bar while the main drive lithium-ion battery is being charged, the warning indicator and the charg-ing bars flash alternately.
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch 5-46 Features and controls
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If the warning light illuminates when the out- side air temperature is very low, move thevehicle to a warmer location.
If the warning light illuminates after the vehi- cle has been driven continuously uphill orwhen the outside air temperature is very high, stop the vehicle in a safe place so the electric motor unit and/or the main drive lithium-ionbattery can cool down. When they have cooled down, the warning light will go off. If the warning light does not turn off, contact acertified i-MiEV dealer.
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Rotate the switch to operate the lights.
Power down warning light
If this warning light illumi-nates, the power provided by the electric motor will be reduced and the vehicle willbe only able to move at low speeds. This warning light will illu-minate;  When the energy level in the main drive lithium-ion battery is near empty.  When temperature of the electric motor unit or the main drive lithium-ion battery is too high or toolow.  When voltage of the main drive lithium-ion batterybecomes low.
If the energy level gauge shows 0 bar, the main drivelithium-ion battery is near empty and must be charged as soon as possible. Refer to“Charging” on page 3-13.
NOTE
 When the power down warning light illumi- nates, avoid rapid st
arts and aggressive
acceleration.  Illumination of the
power down warning
light does not indica
te a malfunction.
 If the power down warn
ing light illuminates
while the air conditioning is used, the cool- ing or heating may stop operating and only the fan will operate.
Combination headlights and dimmer switch Headlights
NOTE
 Do not leave the headli
ghts and other lights
on for a long period of time while the readyindicator is not illu
minated. A run down 12V
starter battery
could result.
 When it rains, or wh
en the vehicle has been
washed, the inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the same as whenwindow glass mists up on a humid day, and does not indicate a pr
oblem. When the light
is switched on, the heat will dry out the fog.However, if water collects inside the light, have it checked by a certified i-MiEV dealer.
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Economical driving 6-2 Driving safety
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For economical driving,
there are some tech-
nical requirements that
have to be met. In
order to achieve longer life of the vehicle andthe most economical
operation, we recom-
mend you to have the vehicle checked at reg- ular intervals according to the “WARRANTYAND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Avoid driving with the
accelerator pedal fully
depressed, such as for unnecessarily sudden starts, accelerati
on and deceleration.
Smoothly depress the
accelerator pedal.
Observe the speed limit and keep the speed as constant as possi
ble while driving.
Parking for a long period with the ready indi- cator illuminated will shorten the cruisingrange. At higher the vehicle speed the more main drive lithium-ion battery
is consumed. Avoid
driving at full speed. Even a slight release of the accelerator pedal wi
ll save a significant
amount of main drive lithium-ion battery charge. Check the tire inflation pressures at regular intervals Low tire inflat
ion pressure increases
road resistance. In addi
tion, low tire pressures
adversely affect tire we
ar and driving stabil-
ity. Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the luggage compartment. Too much cooling/heating can affect the cruising range, so maintain an appropriatetemperature to exte
nd the cruising range.
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Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability ca
n be seriously impaired
even with blood alcohol levels far below thelegal minimum. If you
have been drinking,
don’t drive. Ride with a designated non- drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or usepublic transportation. Drinking coffee or tak- ing a cold shower will not make you sober. Similarly, prescription and nonprescriptiondrugs affect your aler
tness, perception and
reaction time. Consul
t with your doctor or
pharmacist before dr
iving while under the
influence of any of
these medications.
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The original equipmen
t floor mat provided
with your vehicle was
specifically designed
for your vehicle. Always properly position the floor mat and assure it does not interfere with operation of the pedals. Always use theretaining clip on the driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. When used, this clip will help prevent the floor mat from moving for-ward and possibly interfering with the opera- tion of the pedals. To prevent the floor mat
Economical driving Starting and acceleration Idling Speed
Tire inflation pressure Cargo loads Air conditioning Driving, alcohol and drugs
WA R N I N G NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Your perceptions ar
e less accurate, your
reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired.
Floor mat
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Comfort controlsVents ................................................................................................7-2 Air conditioning ..........
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Important air conditioning operating tips ..
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.....7-10
Air purifier ..................................................................................... 7-11 Remote Climate Control ................................................................ 7-11 AM/FM electronically tune
d radio with CD player
(if so equipped) .......................................................................... 7-11 To play iPod/USB memory devi
ce tracks via
voice operation
(vehicles with Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface) ...................................7-20
Steering wheel audio remote control
switch (if so equipped) ........7-22
Error codes .....................................................................................7-24 Handling of compact discs .............................................................7-25Antenna ..........................................................................................7-27 Clock (if so equipped) ....................................................................7-27 General information about your radio .....
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Air conditioning 7-4 Comfort controls
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Air flows mainly to the windshield and the door windows.
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The air conditioning can only be used when the ready indicator is illuminated.
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Defroster position Air conditioning
NOTE
 If the energy level gauge is at 0 bars or the power down warning light
illuminates, the
vehicle interior may
not be cooled/heated
even though the dial or switch is operated. Furthermore, the defog performance may bealso reduced. Refer to “Energy leve
l gauge” on page 5-41.
Refer to “Power down warning light” onpage 5-46.
Control panel A- Temperature control dial B- MAX switch C- Blower speed selection dial D- Air conditioning switchE- Mode selection dial F- Air selection switch
NOTE
 There is an interior air temperature sensor (G) in the illustrated position.Never place anything ov
er the sensor, since
doing so will prevent it from functioning properly.
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Air conditioning
Comfort controls 7-5
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When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.Turning the dial clockwise will increase the blower speed; turning the dial c
ounterclockwise will
decrease it. When the dial is set to the “OFF” When the dial is set to the “AUTO” position, the air flow is adjusted automatically accord- ing to the temperature of the interior and theposition of the temperature control dial.
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Use this dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow from the vents. Turn the temperature control dial clockwiseto make the air warmer. Turn it counterclock- wise to make the air cooler. When the dial is set to middle (
) position,
only uncooled and unheated air will flow. When the dial is moved to middle (
) posi-
tion when using cooling or heating, cooling or heating stops.
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To change the position and amount of air flowing from the vents, turn the mode selec-tion dial. Refer to “Changing the mode selec- tion” on page 7-2.
Blower speed selection dial
Temperature control dial
NOTE
 When the dial is moved from middle (
)
position to the left while the air conditioning is not operating, the ai
r temperature will not
change.
 When the dial is moved to middle (
) posi-
tion and then to the left while the air condi-tioning is operating,
the air conditioning
system is operating again.  When the temperature control dial is set to “C” position, the air se
lection will be auto-
matically set to the re
circulation position and
the air conditioning will operate.When the dial is moved thereafter, the air conditioning continues to
operate and the air
selection setting returns to the setting beforethe dial was set to “C” position.
Mode selection dial
NOTE
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Air conditioning 7-6 Comfort controls
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The vents change to the following positions according to the position of the temperaturecontrol dial. Refer to “Temperature
control dial” on page
7-5.
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Normally, use the outside
air position to keep
the windshield and side windows clear and to quickly remove fog or frost from the wind- shield. To change the air selection, simply press the air selection switch.  Outside air {Indicator light (A) OFF} Outside air is introduced into the passen- ger compartment. Recirculated air {Indicator light (A) ON} Air is recirculated
inside the passenger
compartment.
If high cooling performance is desired, or, if the outside air is dusty
or contaminated in
some way, use the
recirculat
ion position.
Switch to the outside
air position every now
and then to keep the windows from foggingup.
“AUTO” positionTemperature control
dial position
Ve n t s
Between “C” and mid-
dle(
)
: Upper part
of front passen- ger compart-
ment
Mid- dle(
)
Set the dial to middle (
)
from the “C”
: Upper part
of front passen- ger compart-
ment
Set the dial to middle (
)
from the “H”
: Leg area
Between middle ( ) and “H”
Near middle
( )
: Leg area
Near “H”
windshield, and door windows
CAUTION When using the mode se
lection dial between
the “ ” and “ ” positions, prevent fog- ging by pressing the air selection switch toselect outside air. (Refer to “Air selection switch