2016 MITSUBISHI iMiEV towing

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For emergenciesIf the vehicle breaks down ...............................................................8-2 Jump-starting ...................................................................................8-2 Tire repair kit ...................................................................................8-5Towing ........................................................................................... 8-11 Operation under adverse driving conditions
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If the vehicle breaks down 8-2 For emergencies
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If your vehicle breaks down on the road, move to the shoulder and turn on the hazard warning flashers. If there is no shoulder, orthe shoulder is not safe, drive in the right lane slowly, with the hazard lights flashing, until you come to a safe stopping place. Keep theflashers flashing. If the ready indicator light goes out while driving, the brakes a
nd steering will continue
to work, but without power assist, so more effort will be required
for braking and steer-
ing. Stop the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and turn on the hazard warning flashers. If you need to push your vehicle, turn theelectric motor switch to the “ON” position, and place the selector lever in the “N” (NEU- TRAL) position.
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If the electric motor unit cannot be energizedbecause the 12V starter battery is weak ordead, you can start it with the battery from another vehicle using jumper cables.
1. Take off any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets
that might make an
accidental electrical contact. 2. Position the vehi
cles close enough
together so that the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are nottouching each other.
3. Set the parking brake firmly on your vehi- cle and move the selector lever into the “P” (PARK) position. 4. Set the parking brake firmly on the othervehicle. Put the automatic transaxle in “P”5. Turn the ignition switch (the electric motor switch) on each vehicle to the “LOCK” position. 6. Remove the battery
cover, and then make
sure your 12V starter
battery electrolyte is
at the proper level. (Refer to “Checking 12V starter battery electrolyte level” onpage 9-8.)
If the vehicle breaks down Jump-starting
WA R N I N G To reduce the risk of igniting flammable gas that may be em
itted from the 12V
starter battery, carefully read this sectionbefore jump-starting the vehicle. Do not try to start the electric motor unit by pushing or towing the vehicle. This can cause an accident re
sulting in serious
injury or death and
can damage the vehi-
cle.CAUTION Do not attempt jump st
arting the 12V starter
battery while the main
drive lithium-ion bat-
tery is being charged. Doing so could dam-age the vehicle or charging equipment.NOTE
 Do not use jumper cables if they have dam- age or corrosion.
CAUTION Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12V
battery. If the other system is not 12V, bothsystems can be damaged.NOTE
 Turn off all lights, heat
er, and othe
r electrical
loads. This will
help avoid sparks.
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Towing
For emergencies 8-11
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Before driving, stow the compressor and make sure that the rear seat cushion isproperly secured.
20. After driving for 10 minutes or 3 miles (5
km) again, check the tire pressure usingthe air pressure gauge on the compressor. If the tire pressure has apparently not dropped, the emergency repair procedureis complete. Before driving, make sure that the compressor is stowed and the seat cushion is properly secured. You muststill not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Observe local speed limits.
21. Immediately drive with great care to a
certified i-MiEV de
aler and have tire
repair/replacement performed.
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If you need to tow your
vehicle, contact a cer-
tified i-MiEV dealer or a commercial towtruck service. Transport the vehicle on a flatbed truck or tow the vehicle either with all wheels or the rear wheels (drive wheels) off the ground.
CAUTION If the tire pressure is lower than the mini- mum permitted pressure (18 psi {130 kPa}), the tire cannot successf
ully be repaired with
the tire sealant. Do not drive the vehicle anyfurther. Contact a cert
ified i-MiEV dealer.
NOTE
If the tire pressure has dropped below the specified level when you check it at the endof the repair procedure, do not drive the vehicle any further.
Contact a certified i-
MiEV dealer.
 In cold conditions (when the ambient tem- perature is 32 °F {0 °C} or lower), the timeand driving distance ne
cessary until comple-
tion of the repair can
become longer than in
warmer conditions, and the tire pressure may drop below the specified level even after youhave inflated the tire the second time and subsequently driven the vehicle. If this hap- pens, inflate the tire to the specified pressureonce more, drive for about 10 minutes or 3 miles (5 km), then check the tire pressure again. If the tire pressure has again droppedbelow the specified level, stop driving the vehicle and contact
a certified i-MiEV
dealer.NOTE
 Please give the empty
sealant bottle to a cer-
tified i-MiEV dealer or
dispose of the sealant
bottle according to re
gulations for the dis-
posal of chemical waste.NOTE
To w i n g If your vehicle needs to be towed Towing with rear wheels off the ground Dolly type Flat bed type
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Towing 8-12 For emergencies
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If a wheel gets stuck in
a ditch, do not try to
tow the vehicle. Please contact a certifie
d i-MiEV dealer or a
commercial tow truck service for assistance. There may be local re
gulations concerning
towing in your area. Obey the regulations inthe area where you are driving your vehicle.
Place the selector lever in the “N” (NEU- TRAL) position. Turn the electric motor switch to the “ACC” position and secure thesteering wheel in a st
raight-ahead position
with a rope or tie-down strap. Never place the electric motor switch in the “LOCK” or “ON”
WA R N I N G Never tow the vehicle with rear wheels (drive wheels) on th
e ground. This may
cause damage to the electric motors. Alsothis may cause a fire, if wiring in the elec- tric motor unit room becomes damaged.CAUTION Never tow the vehicl
e using a sling type
truck. Doing so will damage the bumper and/or body.Towing with all wheels on the ground Towing with front wheels off the ground
CAUTION Never attempt to tow the vehicle using another vehicle with a rope. Never tow another ve
hicle using your i-
MiEVTowing with a sling-type truck
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
WA R N I N G Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by a tow truck. Never ride in a vehicl
e that is being towed.
Towing with rear wheels off the ground
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Operation under adverse driving conditions
For emergencies 8-13
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If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Rock your vehicle back and forth tofree it. Do not spin the wheels. Constant efforts to free a stuck vehicle can cause transmissionfailure. If your vehicle is still
stuck after several rock-
ing attempts, call for a commercial tow truckservice.
 When driving on a road covered with snow or ice, use snow tires. Tire chains cannot be used on your vehicle. Theremay be state or local regulations about using snow tires. Always check the regu- lations in your local area before usingthem. Refer to the section entitled “Snow tires” on page 9-15 and “Tire chains” on page 9-16.  Drive slowly. Do not make sudden starts or stops, sharp turns, or slam on the brakes.  Allow extra distance between your vehi- cle and the vehicle in front of you, and avoid sudden braking. If a skid occurs when the accelerator pedal is depressed, take your foot off the pedal. Steer gently in the direction of theskid.  Your vehicle is equippe
d with an anti-lock
braking system (ABS), hold the brakepedal down firmly and
keep it depressed.
Do not pump the brake pedal which will result in reduced braking performance.
CAUTION If the transmission or the steering system has a problem or damage,
transport the vehicle
on a flatbed truck or to
w the vehicle with the
all wheels off the ground. If the electric motor switch is in the “ON”
lting in an accident.
Make sure the electric motor switch is in the“ACC” position before towing.
Operation under adverse driving conditions If your vehicle becomes stuck in sand, mud or snow
WA R N I N G When trying to rock
your vehicle out of a
stuck position, make sure that there are nopeople nearby. The
rocking motion can
make your vehicle suddenly lurch forward or backward, and inju
re any bystanders.
On wet roads
CAUTIONDo not drive on a flooded road. If you drive on a flooded road, not only the electric motorunit stops but also a fail
ure like electric leak-
age or short circuit may occur. If you inevitably had to run on a floodedroad and the vehicle was exposed to water, be sure to have your vehicle inspected by a certified i-MiEV dealer. When driving in rain, on water-covered roads, or through a car wash, water could getinto the brake discs and make them fail tem- porarily. In such cases, lightly press the brake pedal to see if they are working prop-erly. If they are not, press the pedal lightlyseveral times while driv
ing to dry the brake
pads or linings, then check them again.  When driving in rain, a layer of water may form between the tires and the road surface (aquaplaning). This l
oosens your tires’ grip
on the road, making it difficult to steer or brake properly. When driving on a wet road:• Drive your vehicle at a safe speed.
• Do not drive on worn tires.• Always keep the tires at the correct infla- tion pressures.
On snowy or icy roads
CAUTION
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Alphabetical index 12-2
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Inside of your vehicle
......................
9-28
Outside of your vehicle
...................
9-30
Clock
.................................................
7-27
Cold
Cautions and actions to
deal with intense
cold
.............................................
3-10
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
..
5-46 Consumer information
........................
10-2
Coolant
.......................................
9-4
, 11-7
Cruising range
......................................
3-4
Cruising range indicator
.............
5-37
, 5-40
Cup holder
.........................................
5-80
D
Dash lights brightness indicator
..5-37
, 5-40
Daytime running lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-24
Defogger (rear window)
......................
5-52
Dimensions
........................................
11-4
Dimmer (high/lo
w beam change)
.........
5-48
Dinghy towing
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6-10
Disc brake pads
..................................
9-17
Dome light (Front
)/Reading lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-23
Switch
...........................................
5-77
Dome light (Rear)
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-23
Switch
............................................
5-78
Door-ajar warning
light and buzzer
.......
5-45
Doors
Lock
...............................................
5-8
Power door locks
.............................
5-9
Driver’s seat belt
reminder/warning light
......
4-10 Driving during cold weather
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6-4
Driving, alcohol and drugs
....................
6-2
E
Economical driving
..............................
6-2
Electric motor
Number
..........................................
11-3
Specifications
.................................
11-6
Electric motor switch
...........................
5-18
Electric motor unit warning light
..........
5-45
Electric power steering system (EPS)
....
5-27
Electric rear window
defogger switch
....
5-52
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)
.............................................
5-2
Energy level gauge
..............................
5-41
Energy usage indicator
.........................
5-37
EV charging cable
...............................
3-23
F
Floor mat
.............................................
6-2
Fluid
Brake fluid
..............................
9-7
, 11-7
Coolant
...................................
9-4
, 11-7
Hot water heater fluid
..............
9-4
, 11-7
Washer fluid
...........................
9-7
, 11-7
Fluid capacities and lubricants
.............
11-7
Front fog lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Indicator
........................................
5-44
Replacement
..................................
9-24
Switch
...........................................
5-50
Front seats
............................................
4-3
Front side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-23
Front turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-24
Fuses
.................................................
9-18
Fusible links
.......................................
9-18
G
Gauges
..............................................
5-36
General maintenance
...........................
9-17
General vehicle data
............................
11-4
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Alphabetical index
12-5
12
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
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9-25
Storage spaces
....................................
5-79
Sun visors
..........................................
5-76
Supplemental Re
straint System
............
4-20
How the Supplement Restraint System works
..........................................
4-23
Servicing
.......................................
4-34
Warning light
.................................
4-26
T
Tail lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-25
Theft-alarm system
.............................
5-12
Tire
Quality grading
...............................
10-2
Tire pressure monitoring system
...........
5-30
Tire repair kit
.......................................
8-5
Tires
..................................................
9-10
Inflation pressure
............................
9-13
Maintenance
...................................
9-15
Replacing tires and wheels
...............
9-14
Rotation
.........................................
9-15
Size (tire and wheel)
.......................
11-6
Snow tires
......................................
9-15
Tire and loading information placard
.6-7
,
11-3 Tire chains
.....................................
9-16
Tread wear indicators
.....................
9-15
Towing
..............................................
8-11
Traction control function
.....................
5-29
Trailer towing
....................................
6-10
Trip odometer
............................
5-37
, 5-38
Turn signal lights
Indicators
......................................
5-44
Lever
............................................
5-49
U
USB input terminal
.............................
5-73
How to connect a USB memory device
....
5-73 How to connect an iPod
..................
5-74
V
Vanity mirror
.....................................
5-76
Vehicle care precautions
.....................
9-28
Vehicle dimensions
............................
11-4
Vehicle labeling
.................................
11-2
Vehicle preparation before driving
.........
6-3
Vehicle weights
..................................
11-4
Vents
..................................................
7-2
W
Warning lights
...................................
5-44
Washer
Fluid
.......................................
9-7
, 11-7
Rear window washer
.......................
5-51
Switch
...........................................
5-51
Windshield washer
..........................
5-51
Waxing
..............................................
9-31
Weights
.............................................
11-4
Wheel
Specification
..................................
11-6
Wiper
Rear window wiper
.........................
5-51
Windshield
.....................................
5-50
Wiper blades
..................................
9-16
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