2017 MITSUBISHI iMiEV steering

Towing 8-12 For emergencies
8
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
8
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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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Tires 9-14 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
Too little pressure increases flexing in the tire and can cause tire failure. Too muchpressure can cause a tire to lose its ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes could then cause tire damage thatmay result in tire failure.  Economy The wrong tire pressure can cause unevenwear patterns in the tire tread. These abnormal wear patterns will reduce the tread life, and the tire will have to be replaced sooner. Too little pressure also makes it harder forthe tire to roll, and this uses up more power.  Ride comfort and vehicle stability The superior riding
experience built into
your vehicle partly depends on the correct tire pressure. Too mu
ch pressure gives an
uncomfortable and ja
rring ride. Too little
pressure feels as if your vehicle is slow to respond.Unequal tire pressures can make steering your vehicle uneven and unpredictable.
The correct tire pressure for your vehicle is listed on the placard attached to the sill of thedriver’s door. (Refer to “Tire and loading information plac- ard” on page 11-3.)The recommended inflation pressures should be used for the tires listed below.
Tire pressures should be checked, and adjusted if necessary, at least once a month.Pressures should be checked more often whenever weather temperatures change severely, becaus
e tire pressures change with
outdoor temperatures. The pressures listed on the placard are always
“cold inflation pres-
sure”.Cold inflation pressure is measured after the vehicle has been parked
for at least three
hours or is driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km)after having been parked for three hours. Cold inflation pressure must not go above the maximum values molded into the tire side-wall. After driving se
veral miles, your tire
inflation pressure may increase 14 to 41 KPA, 2 to 6 PSI from the cold inflation pressure.Do not let air out of the tires to get back to the specified cold pressure, or your tire pressure will be too low.You should also take the following safety pre- cautions:
 Keep your tires inflated to the recom- mended pressures. (See the tire and load-ing information placard attached to the sill of the driver’s door.)  Stay within the recommended load limits.  Make sure that the weight of any load in your vehicle is evenly distributed.  Drive at safe speeds.  After filling your tires to the correct pres- sure, check them for damage and air leaks. Be sure to reinstall the caps on the valve stems.
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Tire size
Front
Rear
145/65R15
72H
250 KPA, 36 PSI
—
175/60R15
81H
—
250 KPA, 36 PSI
Replacing tires and wheels
CAUTION Avoid using different size tires and wheels from the ones listed, and avoid the combined use of different types
of tires and wheels.
Using different size or
type tires and wheels
may affect driving safety. Refer to “Tires and wheels” on page 11-6. Even if a wheel has the same rim size and offset as the specifie
d type of wheel, its
shape may prevent it
from being fitted cor-
rectly. Consult a certified i-MiEV dealer before
using wheels that you
have.
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General maintenance
Vehicle care and maintenance 9-17
9
If the blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, do not operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are freed,otherwise the wiper mo
tor may be damaged.
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The next pages list th
e maintenance service
recommended by Mitsubishi Motors Corpo- ration. In addition to the general maintenancethat needs to be performed at the times listed, there are other parts which do not usually need regular maintenance.But, if any of these parts stops working prop- erly, your vehicle performance could suffer. Have these items checked if you notice a problem with them. See a certified i-MiEV dealer for assistance, if you have any questions.
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Good brakes are essential to safe driving. Check the brake pads and brake linings for wear and check the rear wheel cylinders forleaks. For good braking performance, replace the brake pads with the same type pads as the originals.
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Brake hoses and tubing should be checked for:  Severe surface cracki
ng, scuffing or worn
spots. If the fabric casing of the hose isshowing through any cracks or worn spots in the rubber hose cover, the hose should be replaced. The brakes can fail if the hose wears through.  Improper installation may cause twisting, or wheel, tire or
chassis interference.
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Check the following parts for damage and grease leaks:  Ball joint boots of the front suspension and steering linkage Bellows on both ends of the drive shaft
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The hood lock release mechanism and hood safety catch should be
checked, cleaned, and
oiled when needed for easy movement and to
NOTE
 Do not run the wipers on dry glass for a long time. This wears out the rubber and canscratch the glass.
During cold weather
NOTE
 When replacing front wiper blade assembly with a wiper blade for use in cold regions, it is necessary to adjust the washer nozzle (A)
contact a certified i-
MiEV dealer when re
placing front wiper
blade with a wiper blade for use in cold regions.  When removing snow and frost, be careful not to damage the wash
er nozzle which are
attached to the wiper arm.
General maintenance Disc brake pads, rear drum brake linings and rear wheel cylinders
Brake hoses Ball joint, steering linkage seals and drive shaft boots Hood lock release mechanism and safety catch
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Replacement of light bulbs 9-24 Vehicle care and maintenance
9
4. To install the bulb, perform the removal steps in reverse.
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1. To create enough work space, turn thesteering wheel all the way in the same direction to the side
you wish to replace.
2. Remove the clip (A) and bolts (B), thenlift the cover (C). 3. Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it.
4. Remove the bulb as follows. [Front turn signal light] Pull the bulb out of the socket.[Front fog light
and daytime running
light] While holding down the tab (G), pull outthe bulb assembly (H).
NOTE
 When installing the light assembly, push in the end facing the front of the vehicle first. * : Front of the vehicle
Front turn signal lights/Front fog lights/Daytime running lights
D- Front turn signal light E- Front fog light F- Daytime running light
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Alphabetical index
12-1
12
Numerics
12V power outlet
................................
5-76
12V starter battery
................................
9-7
Specification
..................................
11-6
12V starter battery charging system warning light
.................................................
5-45
A
Accessory (installation)
.........................
3-7
Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS)
....
5-23 Active stability control
........................
5-28
ASC indicator
.................................
5-30
ASC OFF indicator
.........................
5-30
ASC OFF switch
............................
5-29
Skid control function
.......................
5-29
Traction control function
.................
5-29
Air conditioning
...................................
7-4
Important air condi
tioning operating tips
..
7-10
Air purifier
.........................................
7-11
Aluminum wheels
...............................
9-32
Antenna
.............................................
7-27
Anti-lock braking system
.....................
5-25
Warning light
........................
5-26
, 5-27
ASC
..................................................
5-28
ASC indicator
.....................................
5-30
ASC OFF indicator
.............................
5-30
ASC OFF switch
................................
5-29
Assist grip
.........................................
5-81
Audio
AM/FM electronicall
y tuned radio with
CD player
....................................
7-11
Error codes
....................................
7-24
Handling of compact discs
..............
7-25
Steering wheel audio re
mote control switch
7-22
B
Back up lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Replacement
..................................
9-25
Ball joint, steering li
nkage seals and drive
shaft boots
.......................................
9-17
Battery
12V starter battery charging system warn- ing light
.......................................
5-45
Disconnection and connection
...........
9-9
During cold weather
.........................
9-9
Main drive lithium-ion battery
...........
3-3
Bluetooth® 2.0 interface
.....................
5-53
Brake
Anti-lock braking system
................
5-25
Braking
...........................................
6-5
Fluid
.......................................
9-7
, 11-7
Hose
.............................................
9-17
Parking brake
.................................
5-16
Parking brake lever stroke
...............
9-16
Pedal
.............................................
5-24
Pedal free play
................................
9-16
Power brakes
..................................
5-24
Service brake
..................................
5-24
Warning light
.................................
5-44
Brake assist system
.............................
5-25
Break-in recommendations
....................
5-2
Bulb capacity
......................................
9-22
C
California Perchl
orate Materials
Requirements
.....................................
3-8
Capacities
..........................................
11-7
Card holder
...............................
5-76
, 5-80
Cargo loads
........................................
6-10
Certification label
...............................
11-3
Charging
Quick charging
...............................
3-27
Regular charging
...................
3-16
, 3-26
Charging indicator
..............................
5-44
Charging Timer
..................................
3-41
Charging troubleshooting guide
............
3-31
Chassis number
...................................
11-2
Child restraint
.....................................
4-13
Child safety locks for rear door
............
5-10
Cleaning
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Alphabetical index 12-2
12
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
...................................
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
..................
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 12-4
12
Operation under adverse driving conditions
...
8-13 Outside rearview mirrors
.....................
5-17
Outside temperature display
........
5-37
, 5-41
P
Parking
................................................
6-6
Parking brake
.................................
5-16
Parking brake lever stroke
...............
9-16
Parking lights
Bulb capacity
.................................
9-22
Polishing
............................................
9-31
Power brakes
......................................
5-24
Power door locks
..................................
5-9
Power down warning light
...................
5-46
Power outlet
.......................................
5-76
Power windows
..................................
5-14
Precautions during Charging the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
..........................
3-15
Q
Quick charging
...................................
3-27
R
Radio
General information about your radio 7-28
Ready indicator
..................................
5-44
Rear combination lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-22
Replacement
...................................
9-25
Rear side-marker lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-22
Replacement
...................................
9-26
Rear turn signal lights
Bulb capacity
..................................
9-22
Replacement
...................................
9-25
Rear window defogger switch
..............
5-52
Rear-view camera
...............................
5-34
Rearview mirror
Inside
.............................................
5-16
Outside
..........................................
5-17
Refill capacities
..................................
11-7
Regenerative brake system indicator
.....
5-44
Regenerative braking
............................
3-3
Regular charging
........................
3-16
, 3-26
Remote Climate Control
....
3-36
, 3-47
, 7-11
Replacement of light bulbs
...................
9-21
Replacing tires and wheels
...................
9-14
Reporting Safety Defects
.....................
10-2
Reservoir cap
.......................................
9-6
S
Safe driving techniques
.........................
6-4
Seat
....................................................
4-2
Front seats
.......................................
4-3
Heated seat
......................................
4-4
Rear seats
........................................
4-5
Seats and restraint systems
................
4-2
Seat belt
...............................................
4-8
Adjustable seat belt shoulder anchor
.4-11
Child restraint
................................
4-13
Driver’s seat belt
reminder/warning light
..
4-10 Force limiter
..................................
4-13
Front passenger seat belt warning light
.....
4-11 Maintenance and inspection
.............
4-20
Pre-tensioner
..................................
4-12
Seat belt extender
...........................
4-12
Seat belt
instructions
.........................
4-9
Seat belt use
during pregnancy
.........
4-12
Selector lever
.....................................
5-21
Selector lever operation
...................
5-21
Selector lever po
sition indicator
.......
5-21
Selector le
ver positions
...................
5-22
Service brake
......................................
5-24
Service precautions
...............................
9-2
Service reminder
........................
5-37
, 5-38
Skid control function
...........................
5-29
Snow tires
..........................................
9-15
Speedometer
......................................
5-36
Steering
Wheel lock
.....................................
5-20
Stop lights
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