2017 MITSUBISHI iMiEV door lock

Storage spaces
Features and controls 5-79
5
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 The dome light comes on when any door or the liftgate
is opened. It goes
off approximately 30 seconds afterthe door or liftgate
is closed (delayed
off function). However, the light goes off immediately if:• The door and the liftgate are closed and the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position.• The driver’s door is closed after all the other doors are closed while the lock knob of the driver’s door is in the lock position. • The door and the liftgate are closedand the power door lock switch is used to lock the doors. • The keyless entry system remotecontrol transmitter is used to lock the doors.
 If the dome light is left switched on with the electric motor switch in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position and adoor or the liftgate is opened, it goes off automatically after approxi- mately 30 minutes.The light will illuminate again after it automatically goes off in the fol- lowing cases:• When the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position. • When the keyless entry system remote control transmitter is oper- ated.• When any of the doors or the lift- gate is opened after all doors and the liftgate are closed.
NOTE
 When the key is removed while the doors and liftgate are closed, the dome light will illuminate for approximately 30 secondsbefore going off.  The time until the light
goes off (delayed off)
dealer for details. However, the dome light
will shut off in sync
with the automatic relocking function, even if the dome light delayed off function has been extended. For the automatic relockingfunction, refer to “K
eyless entry system” on
page 5-5.
 The auto cut-out function cannot be operated when the dome light switch is in the “ON”Also, this function
can be de
activated.
See a certified i-MiEV dealer for details.3- (OFF) The dome light goes off.
Storage spaces
CAUTION Never leave lighters,
carbonated drink cans,
or spectacles in the cabin when parking thevehicle in hot suns
hine. The cabin will
become extremely hot,
so lighters and other
flammable items may catch fire andunopened drink cans (i
ncluding beer cans)
may rupture. The heat may also deform or crack plastic spectacle parts. Keep the lids of storage spaces closed while driving the vehicle. A li
d or the contents of a
storage space could otherwise cause injuriesduring a sudden stop.NOTE
 Do not leave valuables
in any storage space
when leaving the vehicle.NOTE
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Vehicle preparatio
n before driving
Driving safety 6-3
6
from moving forward
and possibly interfering
with the operation of the pedals, Mitsubishigenuine floor mats are recommended.
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1. Place the floor mat to fit the shape of thefloorboard. 2. Align the floor mat with the installation holes over the retaining clips. 3. Secure the floor mat with retaining clips.
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For a safer and more enjoyable trip, always observe the following:  Before starting the ve
hicle, make certain
that you and all passengers are seated andwearing their seat belts properly (with children in the rear seat, in appropriate restraints), and that all the doors and therear hatch are locked.
To install the floor mat
NOTE
 The shape of the mat and the number of retaining clips may
vary depending on the
vehicle model.
WA R N I N G If a floor mat is the
wrong size or is not
properly installed, it can interfere with theoperation of the pedals. Interference withthe pedals can cause unintended accelera- tion and/or increased stopping distances resulting in a cras
h and injury. Always
make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal. Always use the reta
ining clip on the
driver’s floorboard to secure the floor mat. Always install the mat with the correct side facing down. Never install a second
mat over or under
an existing floor mat. Do not use a floor mat designed for another model vehicle even if it is aMitsubishi genuine floor mat. Before driving, be sure to check the fol- lowing:• Periodically check that the floor mat isproperly secured with the retaining clips. If you remove the floor mat while clean- ing the inside of you
r vehicle or for any
other reason, always check the condition of the floor mat after it has been rein- stalled.• While the vehicle is stopped with theelectric motor unit off, check that thefloor mat is not interfering with the ped- als by depressing the pedals fully.
Vehicle preparation before driving Seat belts and seats
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Parking 6-6 Driving safety
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When parking on a hill, set the parking brake, and turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill, or away from
the curb on an uphill.
If necessary, apply chocks to wheels.
Never leave the electric motor unit running while you take a short sleep/rest. Your front bumper can be damaged if you scrape it over curbs or parking stop blocks. Be careful when traveling up or down steep
slopes where your bumper can scrape the road. Always remove the key from the electric motor switch and lock all doors and the lift-gate when leaving
the vehicle unattended.
Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area. More effort could be required to turn the steering wheel. Refer to “Electric power steering system(EPS)” on page 5-27.
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It is very important to know how muchweight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle ca
pacity weight and
includes the weight of
all occupants, cargo
and non-factory-installed options. The tire and loading information placard located on the driver’s door sill of your vehicle willshow how much weight
it may properly carry.
Parking Parking on a hill
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

Cargo loads 6-10 Driving safety
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To determine the cargo load capacity for your vehicle, subtract the
weight of all vehicle
occupants from the vehi
cle capacity weight.
For added information, if needed, refer to “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” on page 6-8. DO NOT USE the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ing and Gross Axle Weight Rating numberslisted on the safety certification label located on the driver’s side door pillar as the guide for passengers and/or cargo weight.
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Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
Cargo loads Cargo load precautions
WA R N I N G To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, the combined weights of the driver,passengers and cargo and must neverexceed the vehicle capacity weight. Exceeding the vehicle capacity weight will adversely affect ve
hicle performance,
including handling and braking, and may cause an accident. Do not load cargo or luggage higher than the top of the seatback. Be sure that yourcargo or luggage cann
ot move when your
vehicle is in motion. Having either the re
ar view blocked, or
your cargo being thrown
inside the cabin
if you suddenly have to brake can cause a serious accident or
injury or death.
Put cargo or luggage in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weightevenly.
Trailer towing
WA R N I N G Do not use this vehicle for trailer towing. It may not be possible to maintain control or adequate braking.
Dinghy towing
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Air conditioning
Comfort controls 7-9
7
For quick cooling 1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ”2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the recirculati
on position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial clock-wise or counterclockwise to between mid- dle (
) and “C” position.
4. Turn the blower speed selection dial toany position other than “OFF” position. 5. Press the MAX switch (B). The air conditioning automatically oper-ates and the indicator light (C) illumi- nates.
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To remove frost or fog from the windshield and door windows, use
the mode selection
dial (“ ” or “ ”). Use this setting to ke
ep the windshield and
door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain orsnow). 1. Set the air selection switch (A) to the out- side position.
NOTE
 If the outside air is dus
ty or contaminated in
some way, set the air selection switch (A) tothe recirculation positi
on. Let in some out-
side air from time to time for good ventila- tion.  To cool the leg areas,
set the mode selection
dial to the “ ” position.  When the blower speed
selection dial is set
to the “AUTO” position, the air flow is adjusted automatically according to the tem-perature of the interior and the position of the temperature control dial.
NOTE
 Do not use the cooling function with the MAX switch for a l
ong time. Because the
power consumption is gr
eatly increased, the
cruising range is shortened.
Defrosting or defogging (wind- shield, door windows)
CAUTION For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows.
For ordinary defrosting
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Hood
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-3
9
Have you purchased the Mitsubishi Motors Diamond Care Protec
tion Plan? The Plan
supplements your new
vehicle warranties.
See a certified i-MiEV dealer for details.
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Use the hood release lever (located under the instrument panel near the passenger’s door) to unlock the hood. Pull the lever toward you to release the hood latch.
Release the safety leve
r (A) and lift the hood.
Support the hood by inserting the support prop (B) into its slot on the underside of the hood arm.
 When replacing the
12V starter battery,
remove the positive (+
) and negative (-) ter-
minals after turning the electric motor switchto the “LOCK” position
and waiting at least
2 minutes. If the 12V st
arter battery terminal
is removed just after the electric motorswitch is turned to the “LOCK” position, this may cause damage to
electric components.
If the electric motor unit warning light illu-minates, do not replac
e the 12V starter bat-
tery. Contact a certified i-MiEV dealer.CAUTION
Hood To open
WA R N I N G Never use the release lever to unlatch the hood while the vehicle is in motion.  Do not drive your vehicle unless the hood is locked.
NOTE
 To prevent damage to the hood and wipers, make sure the wipers
are at resting position
when you open the hood.
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Tires 9-10 Vehicle care and maintenance
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It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms:  Cold tire pressure: • The measured pressure after the vehiclehas been parked for
at least three hours,
or • The measured pressure when the vehicleis driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after having been parked for three hours.
 Maximum inflation pressure: the maxi- mum permissible cold
tire inflation pres-
sure for this tire.  Recommended inflation pressure: the inflation pressure for optimum tire perfor- mance.
WA R N I N G Open doors and wind
ows in any closed
space where you may be charging orworking with the 12V starter battery.  Always wear protective clothing and gog- gles when working wi
th the 12V starter
battery, or have a sk
illed automobile tech-
nician do it.  If you are quick-charging your 12V starter battery, first disconnect the 12V starter battery cables.  In order to prevent a short circuit, be sure to disconnect the negative (-) terminalfirst, and reconnect it last. If the electrolyte level
is very low, have the
12V starter battery checked at a certified i-MiEV dealer. 12V starter battery te
rminals and related
accessories contain
lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION When replacing the
12V starter battery,
remove the connected
positive (+) and nega-
tive (-) terminals after turning the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position andwaiting at least 1 minut
e. If the 12V starter
battery terminal is removed just after the electric motor switch is turned to the “LOCK” position, this
may cause damage to
components of the electric motor unit.
NOTE
 Before cleaning the 12V starter battery, tighten all the filler port
caps to keep dirt and
moisture out.  Check each 12V starter battery terminal for corrosion. If necessary, clean the terminalswith a solution of baking soda and water. Grease the posts and cl
amps after cleaning or
tightening them.  Check to see that the 12V starter battery is securely installed and
cannot be moved. Also
check each terminal for tightness.  If you will not be driv
ing your vehicle for a
long period of time, re
move the 12V starter
battery and store it in a place where the 12V starter battery fluid wi
ll not freeze. Memory
data for settings made by the user may be erased when the 12V starter battery is removed. If this happens, reset the settingsagain using the releva
nt procedures. The
12V starter battery
only should be stored
with a full charge.
Tires
WA R N I N G Driving with tires that are worn, damaged or improperly inflated is dangerous.These type tire conditions will adversely affect vehicle performance. These type tire conditions can also cause atread separation or blowout which may result in an accide
nt causing serious
injury or death. Tires degrade over ti
me with age even
when they are not being used. It is recom-mended that tires ove
r 6 years generally
be replaced even if
damage is not obvious.
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For cold and snowy weather 9-18 Vehicle care and maintenance
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stop rust and wear. Us
e Multipurpose Grease
NLGI Grade 2 sparingly for all sliding partsof the hood latch and release lever. Work the grease into the hood lock mechanism until all the movable surfaces are covered.Also, put a light coat
of the same grease on
the safety catch wherever moving parts touch.
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The ventilation slots in
front of the wind-
shield should be brushed clear after a heavysnowfall so that the operation of the heating and ventilation
systems will not be impaired.
To prevent freezing of the weatherstripping on the doors, hood, etc., they should be treated with silicone grease.
It is a good idea to carry a shovel or a short- handled spade in the vehicle during the win- ter so that you can clear away snow if you get stranded. A small hand-brush for sweepingsnow off the vehicle a
nd a plastic scraper for
the windshield, side a
nd rear window are also
useful.
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The fusible links will melt to prevent a fire ifa large current attempts to flow through cer- tain electrical systems. In case of a melted fusi
ble link, see a certified
i-MiEV dealer for in
spection and replace-
ment. For the fusible links, please refer to “Fuseload capacities” on page 9-19.
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To prevent damage to the electrical system from short-circuiting
or overloading, each
individual circui
t is equipped with a fuse.
The fuse blocks are lo
cated in the passenger
compartment and in under the hood. The fuse block in the
passenger compartment
is located in front of the driver’s seat at theposition shown in the illustration. Press the tab (A) and remove the fuse cover (B).
For cold and snowy weather Ventilation slots Weatherstripping
Additional equipment (For regions where snow is encoun-tered) Fusible links
WA R N I N G Fusible links must not be replaced by any other device. Failing to fit the correct fus- ible link may result in fire in the vehicle, property destruction and serious or fatalinjuries at any time.
Fuses Fuse block location
NOTE
 Spare fuses are not provided. Please pur- chase from a certified i-MiEV dealer.
Passenger compartment
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