2016 MITSUBISHI iMiEV brake light

Active stability control (ASC) Features and controls 5-29
5
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On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the drive wheels from spin- ning excessively, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a stopped condition. It alsoprovides sufficient driving force and steering performance as the vehicle turns while press- ing the acceleration pedal.
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The skid control function is designed to help the driver maintain control of the vehicle on slippery roads or during rapid steeringmaneuvers. It works by controlling the elec- tric motor unit output and the brake on each wheel.
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The ASC is automatically activated when theelectric motor switch is turned to the “ON”
vate the system by
pressing down the ASC OFF switch for 3 sec-onds or longer. When the ASC is deacti
vated, the indica-
tor will be illuminated. To reactivate the
ASC, momentarily
press the ASC OFF
switch; the indicator is turned off.
NOTE
 An operation noise may be emitted from under the hood in the fo
llowing situations.
The sound is associated
with checking the
operations of the ASC.
At this time, you may
feel a shock from the brake pedal if you depress it. These do not indicate a malfunc-tion. • When the electric motor switch is set to the “ON” position. • When the vehicle is driven for a while after the electric motor unit is turned on.
 When the ASC is acti
vated, you may feel a
vibration in the vehicle body or hear a whin- ing sound from under the hood. This indicates that the system is operatingnormally. It does not i
ndicate a malfunction.
 When the anti-lock braking system warning light is illuminated, the ASC is not active.
Traction control function
CAUTION When driving a vehicle on a snowy or icy road, be sure to install snow tires and drivethe vehicle at moderate speeds.
Skid control function
NOTE
 The skid control func
tion operates at speeds
of about 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher.
ASC OFF switch
CAUTION For safety reasons, the ASC OFF switch should be operated when your vehicle isstopped.  Be sure to keep the ASC on while driving in normal circumstances. If you deactivate the ASC to move out of mud, sand or fresh snow
, be sure to reacti-
vate the ASC immediately when done. Do not deactivate
the ASC except when neces-
sary. If you depress the accelerator pedal exces- sively and the wheels continue spinning while the ASC is deactivated, the transmis- sion or other parts ma
y become damaged and
could cause an
accident.
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Instrument cluster
Features and controls 5-37
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The power consumption of the electric motor, the air conditioning, and power generation by the regenerative brake are indicated.When the ready indicator comes on, the red needle will move to th
e neutral point (A) and
then move to the right or left according to theamount of power consumption or power gen- eration. [When the red needle moves to the right of the neutral point] This indicates that the electric motor unit and/or the air conditioning are consumingelectric energy from the main drive lithium- ion battery. The more the needle moves to the right, themore electrical energy
is being consumed.
[When the red needle moves to the left of the neutral point] This indicates that electric energy is beinggenerated by the regenerative brake and charged to the main dr
ive lithium-ion battery.
The more the needle moves to the left, themore electric energy
is being generated.
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Odometer, trip odometer, dash lights bright- ness indicator, service reminder, cruising
range indicator, and outside temperature are displayed.
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The display is changed every time the resetbutton (A) is briefly pressed.
Energy usage indicator
NOTE
 When the main drive lithium-ion battery is at or near full charge, or
the main drive lithium-
ion battery temperature is too high or toolow, the needle in the energy usage indicator may not move to the left of the neutral point, since the main drive lithium-ion battery can-not receive charge.
Odometer/Trip odometer/Dash lights brightness indicator/Ser- vice reminder/Cruising range indicator/Outside temperature display
To change the display 1- Odometer 2-
Trip odometer
3-
Trip odometer
4- Dash lights brightness indicator5- Service reminder (Drive distance
remaining until next inspection) remaining until next inspection)
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Indicator and warning light package
Features and controls 5-43
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Indicator and warning light package 1- Low energy warning indicator
 P.5-42
2- Selector lever
position indicator
 P.5-21
3- Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
( AVA S ) i n d i c a t o r
 P.5-23
4- High-beam indicator
 P.5-44
5- Turn-signal indicators/Hazard warning
lights
 P.5-44
6- Position indicator
 P.5-44
7- Front fog light indicator
 P.5-44
8- Service reminder
 P. 5 - 3 8
9- Outside air temperature warning indi-
cator
 P. 5 - 4 1
10- Regenerative brake system indicator
 P.5-44
11- Ready indicator
 P.5-44
12- Tire pressure moni
toring system warn-
ing light
 P.5-31
13- 12V starter battery charging system
warning light
 P.5-45
14- Electric power steering system warning
light
 P.5-28
15- Electric motor unit warning light
 P.5-45
16- Brake warning light
 P. 5 - 4 4
17- Anti-lock braking system warning light
 P.5-26
18- Power down warning light
 P.5-46
19- Active stability control (ASC) indicator
 P.5-30
20- Active stability control (ASC) OFF
indicator
 P. 5 - 3 0
21- Charging indicator
 P.5-44
22- Theft-alarm indicator
 P.5-12
23- Door-ajar warning light
 P.5-45
24- Driver’s seat belt reminder/warning
light
 P. 4 - 1 0
25- Supplemental Restra
int System (SRS)
warning light
 P.4-13
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Indicators 5-44 Features and controls
5
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The arrows will flash in time with the corre- sponding exterior turn signals when the turnsignal lever is used. Both arrows will flash
when the hazard warn-
ing flasher swit
ch is pressed.
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A blue light comes on when the headlights are on high beam.
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This indicator comes on while the front foglights are on.
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This indicator turns on while the position lights are on.
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This indicator comes on when the electricmotor switch is turned to “START” and driv- ing becomes possible.
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This indicator flashes when the EV chargingcable (regular charger
or quick charger) is
connected. After that, the light switches to being illumi-nated when charging starts and goes out when charging is completed.
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The indicator comes on when the regenera- tive brake performance may be weakened. Inthis case, drive the vehicle at a lower speed.
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This light comes on when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off after a few seconds when the parkingbrake is released. Befo
re driving your vehi-
cle, release the parki
ng brake and make cer-
tain that the brake warning light has gone off.If the light stays on when the parking brake is fully released, the service brake system is not working properly or the brake fluid level islow.
Indicators Turn signal indicators/Hazard warning lights
NOTE
 If the indicator flashes faster than usual or if the indicator stays on wi
thout flashing, check
for a malfunctioning turn signal light bulb orturn signal connection.
High beam indicator Front fog light indicator
Position indicator Ready indicator Charging indicator
NOTE
 Although it is possible to
start the electric
motor unit if quick charging has not finishednormally, the charging indicator is continu- ously blinking. Refer to “Charging
troubleshooting guide”
on page 3-31.
Regenerative brake system indicator Warning lights Brake warning light
WA R N I N G If any of the follow
ing conditions occur,
the brake effort
may significantly
increase. Stop the vehicle in a safe loca- tion, avoiding where possible any suddenbrake application, a
nd contact a certified
i-MiEV dealer.
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Warning lights
Features and controls 5-45
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This light will illuminate when there is a problem with the charging system for the 12Vstarter battery. Normally, when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, this light will
illuminate. Then, when the electric motor unit is started and the ready indicator illuminates,the light will go out.
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This light comes on when any door or liftgate is open or not completely closed. When the vehicle is moving at more than 5mph (8 km/h) and any door or liftgate is open or ajar, a tone will sound 16 times and the warning light will fl
ash 16 times to inform
the driver that a door or liftgate is not prop- erly shut.
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This warning light will illuminate when there is a problem with a high voltage component. Refer to “Service prec
autions” on page 9-2.
• The brake warning light does not come on when the electric motor switch isturned to the “ON” position.• The brake warning light does not illumi-nate while the parking brake is appliedand the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position. • The brake warning
light stays on when
the parking brake is not applied.NOTE
 When the brake warning light illuminates, the warning buzzer may also sound.  When the brake pedal has been repeatedly depressed over a short period of time, the brake warning light may come on and thebrake warning buzzer may sound. The ser- vice brake system is working normally, if the warning light goes out and the buzzer stopssounding in a few seconds.
12V starter battery charging system warning light
WA R N I N G
CAUTION If the warning light stays on after the ready indicator illuminates, there may be a prob-lem with the charging system for the 12V starter battery.• Immediately park your
vehicle in a safe
place and contact a cert
ified i-MiEV dealer.
• Do not charge the
12V starter battery.
Door-ajar warning light and buzzer
CAUTION Before driving, make sure that the door-ajar warning light is off.
NOTE
 The flashing of the warning light and the buzzer can be disabled.For further details, plea
se contact a certified
i-MiEV dealer.  When the driver’s door is open, the door-ajar warning buzzer does not sound because the electric motor reminder sounds instead.
Electric motor unit warning light
CAUTION If this light illuminates while driving, imme- diately park your vehicle in a safe place andcontact a certified i-MiEV dealer.
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Combination headlights and dimmer switch
Features and controls 5-47
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The combinations of switch operations and illuminated lights differ in accordance withthe following conditions. [When the ready indicato
r is illuminated, and
the parking brake is released] The daytime running light
s will be illumi-
nated:
[When the ready indicator 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”
from the electric
motor switch and the driver’s door is opened with the combination headlights and dimmer switch in the “ ” or “ ”
OFF
The daytime running lights illumi- nated
AUTO
The daytime running lights illumi- nated Headlights and other lights turn on and off automatically in accor-dance with outsi
de light level.
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”OFF All lights off AUTO
Headlights and other lights turn on and off automatically in accor-dance with outside 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 glas
s cleaner. Clean only
with clear water.  If the lights do not turn on or off with the switch in the “AUTO” operate the switch. Have
the system checked
by a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Light auto-cutout function (headlights and other lights)
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Safe driving techniques 6-4 Driving safety
6
 Move the driver’s seat as far backward as possible, while still
keeping good visibil-
ity, and good control of the steering wheel, brakes, accele
rator, and controls.
Check the instrument panel indicators forany possible problem.  Move the front passe
nger seat as far back
as possible.  Make sure that infa
nts and small children
are properly restrained in accordance with all laws and regulations.
Check these by selecti
ng the defroster mode,
and set the blower swit
ch on high. You should
be able to feel the air blowing against the windshield. (Refer to “Defrosting or defogging the wind- shield and door windows” on page 7-9.) Check all the tires for heavy tread wear or uneven wear patterns.
Look for stones, nails,
glass, or other objects
stuck in the tread. Look
for any tread cuts or sidewall cracks. Check the wheel nuts for tightness, and the tires for proper pressures. Replace your tires beforethey are heavily worn out.
As your vehicle is equi
pped with a tire pres-
sure monitoring system, there is a risk ofdamage to the tire inflation pressure sensors when the tire is replaced on the rim. Tire replacement should, th
erefore, be performed
only by a certified i-MiEV dealer. Have someone watch while you turn all the exterior lights on and off. Also check the turn signal indicators and
high-beam indicators on
the instrument panel. Check the ground under the vehicle after parking overnight, for wa
ter, oil, or other
leaks. Make sure all the fluid levels are cor- rect.
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, andyour safest driving, cannot guarantee that youcan avoid an accident or injury. However, if you give extra attention to the following areas, you can better protect yourself andyour passengers:
 Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather conditions. Leave plentyof stopping distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.  Before changing lanes, check your mir- rors and use your turn signal light.  While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicyc
lists, and pedestrians.
 Always obey applicable
laws and regula-
tions. Be a polite and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected events, such as sudden braking.
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 Check the 12V starter battery, including terminals and cables. During extremely cold weather, the 12V starter battery willnot be as strong and
its power level may
drop. Before driving the vehicle, check to see ifthe headlights are as bright as normal. Charge or replace the 12V starter battery if necessary. During extreme coldweather, it is possibl
e that a very low 12V
starter battery could freeze.
Defrosters Tires
Lights Fluid leaks Safe driving techniques
Driving during cold weather
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Braking
Driving safety 6-5
6
 Check the antifreeze. If there is not enough coolant because of aleak, add high-quality ethylene glycol antifreeze and water. Use Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Super Long Life CoolantPremium or an equivalent. The recom- mended blend is abou
t 50 % water and 50
% anti-freeze. Use a
higher concentration
(not over 60 %) when the outside temper- ature is -31 °F (-35 °C) or lower. When the electric motor unit is working veryhard (for example, during mountain driv- ing and/or when the outside temperature is high), use a 50 %
concentration. This
blend will provide
adequate protection
from corrosion and boiling.
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All the parts of the brake system are criticalto safety. Have the vehicle serviced by a certi- fied i-MiEV dealer at regular intervalsaccording to the “WARRANTY AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL”. Check the brake system while driving at a low speed immediately
after starting, espe-
cially when the brakes are wet, to confirm they work normally. A film of water can be formed on the brakediscs and prevent normal braking after driv- ing in heavy rain or through large puddles, or after the vehicle is washed. If this occurs, drythe brakes out by driving slowly while lightly depressing the brake pedal. On snowy roads, ice can form on the braking system, making the brak
es less effective.
While driving in such conditions, pay closeattention to preceding
and following vehicles
and to the condition of the road surface. From time to time, lightly
depress the brake pedal
and check how effective the brakes are.
Put the selector lever to “B” (REGENERA- TIVE BRAKE MODE) or “ECO” (ECO MODE) position according to the grade ofthe slope and vehicle sp
eed. This will allow
effective use of the regenerative brake and prevent the service brake from overheating.If the brake pedal is continuously or fre- quently depressed on downhill roads, the ser- vice brake could overheat and the brake performance will be reduced.
WA R N I N G The 12V starter batter
y gives off explosive
hydrogen gas. Any spark or flame cancause the 12V starter battery to explode,which could cause serious injury or death. Always wear protecti
ve clothes and a face
mask when working wi
th your 12V starter
battery, or let a skil
led mechanic do it.
WA R N I N GNever open the coolan
t reservoir cap while
it is hot. You could be seriously burned.
Braking When brakes are wet When driving in cold weather
When driving downhill
NOTE
 When the main drive lithium-ion battery level is full or nearly full, or the main drivelithium-ion battery temp
erature is too high or
too low, the regenerative braking force may be reduced. Refer to “Regenerative braking”on page 3-3.  If the red needle in the energy usage indica- tor does not move to the left of the neutral point (A) while the
accelerator pedal is
released, the regenerative brake will notwork. Refer to “Ener
gy usage indicator” on
page 5-37. In the such
case, before approach-
ing a long downhill
road, reduce speed to
prevent the service brake from overheating.
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