Mitsubishi Electric Vehicle User Manual

i-MiEV - ENGLISH - OHAE12E1

OWNER’ S MANUAL

i -M i EV

Overview

General information

Charging 1

Locking and unlocking 2

Seat and seat belts 3

Instruments and controls 4

Starting and driving 5

For pleasant driving 6

For emergencies 7

Vehicle care and Maintenance 8

Specifications 9

Instruments and Controls (Driver’s area)

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LHD

1. Instruments p. 4-02

2. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 4-16 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 4-17

3. Electric motor switch p. 5-07

4. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver's seat) p. 3-20 Horn switch p. 4-19

5. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 4-11 Turn-signal lever p. 4-14 Front fog lamp switch* p. 4-15 Rear fog lamp switch p. 4-15

6. Fuses p. 8-20

7. Regular charging opener p. 1-05

8. Headlamp levelling switch p. 4-13

9. Active Stability Control (ASC) OFF switch p. 5-17

10. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch p. 5-05

Overview

RHD

1. Combination headlamps and dipper switch p. 4-11 Turn-signal lever p. 4-14 Front fog lamp switch* p. 4-15 Rear fog lamp switch p. 4-15

2. Windscreen wiper and washer switch p. 4-16 Rear window wiper and washer switch p. 4-17

3. Instruments p. 4-02

4. Headlamp levelling switch p. 4-13

5. Active Stability Control (ASC) OFF switch p. 5-17

6. Rear window demister switch p. 4-18

7. Electric remote-controlled outside rear-view mirrors switch p. 5-05

8. Fuses p. 8-20

9. Regular charging opener p. 1-05

10. Electric motor switch p. 5-07

11. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for driver's seat) p. 3-20 Horn switch p. 4-19

Overview

Instruments and Controls (Instrument panel)

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LHD

1. Centre ventilators p. 6-02

2. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 4-15

3. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for front passenger) p. 3-20

4. Side ventilators p. 6-02

5. Cup holder p. 6-15

6. Glove box p. 6-14

7. Bonnet release lever p. 8-07

8. Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 3-23

9. Card holder p. 6-14

10. Rear window demister switch p. 4-18

11. Accessory socket p. 6-11

12. Parking brake lever p. 5-03

13. Cup holder p. 6-15

14. Selector lever p. 5-09

15. Air conditioning p. 6-03

16. Quick charging lid opener p. 1-08

17. Heated seat switch* p. 3-04

Overview

RHD

1. Secret box p. 6-14

2. Supplemental restraint system - airbag (for front passenger) p. 3-20

3. Hazard warning flasher switch p. 4-15

4. Air conditioning p. 6-03

5. Centre ventilators p. 6-02

6. Heated seat switch* p. 3-04

7. Bonnet release lever p. 8-07

8. Quick charging lid opener p. 1-08

9. Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch p. 3-23

10. Selector lever p. 5-09

11. Parking brake lever p. 5-03

12. Cup holder p. 6-15

13. Accessory socket p. 6-11

14. Card holder p. 6-14

15. Glove box p. 6-14

16. Cup holder p. 6-15

17. Side ventilators p. 6-02

Overview

Interior

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1. Head restraints p. 3-07

2. Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag p. 3-27

3. Assist grip p. 6-16

4. Room lamp (rear) p. 6-13, 8-24

5. Seat belts p. 3-08

6. Sun visor p. 6-10 Vanity mirror p. 6-10 Card holder p. 6-11

7. Map & room lamps (front) p. 6-12, 8-24

8. Inside rear-view mirror p. 5-05

9. Electric window lock switch p. 2-10

10. Electric window control switch p. 2-09

11. Front seat p. 3-03

12. Supplemental restraint system - side airbag (for front seats) p. 3-27

13. Rear seat p. 3-05

14. Tyre repair kit p. 7-04

15. Tether anchorages for child restraint system p. 3-18

Overview

RHD

1. Inside rear-view mirror p. 5-05

2. Map & room lamps (front) p. 6-12, 8-24

3. Sun visor p. 6-10 Vanity mirror p. 6-10 Card holder p. 6-11

4. Seat belts p. 3-08

5. Room lamp (rear) p. 6-13, 8-24

6. Assist grip p. 6-16

7. Supplemental restraint system - curtain airbag p. 3-27

8. Head restraints p. 3-07

9. Tether anchorages for child restraint system p. 3-18

10. Tyre repair kit p. 7-04

11. Rear seat p. 3-05

12. Supplemental restraint system - side airbag (for front seats) p. 3-27

13. Front seat p. 3-03

14. Electric window control switch p. 2-09

15. Electric window lock switch p. 2-10

Overview

Electric motor unit room

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1. On board charger/DC-DC converter p. 8-06

2. Inverter p. 8-06

3. Brake electric vacuum pump

Overview

Outside (Front)

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1. Bonnet p. 8-07

2. Windscreen wipers p. 4-16

3. Antenna p. 6-10

4. Outside rear-view mirror p. 5-05

5. Electric window control p. 2-09

6. Quick charging lid p. 1-08

7. Traction battery p. 8-06

8. Side turn-signal lamps/Hazard warning lamps p. 4-09, 8-24, 8-30

9. Headlamps p. 4-11, 8-24, 8-24, 8-30 Position lamps p. 4-11, 8-24, 8-24, 8-30 Front turn-signal lamps/Hazard warning lamps p. 4-09, 8-24, 8-24, 8-30

10. Front fog lamps* p. 4-15, 8-24, 8-31 Daytime running lamps* p. 4-13, 8-24, 8-31

Overview

Outside (Rear)

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1. Tailgate p. 2-08

2. Rear window wiper p. 4-17

3. Rear spoiler

4. High-mounted stop lamp p. 8-24, 8-34

5. Reversing lamps p. 8-24, 8-33

6. Stop lamps/Tail lamps p. 4-14, 8-24, 8-33

7. Turn-signal lamps/Hazard warning lamps p. 4-14, 4-15, 8-24, 8-33

8. Keyless entry system p. 2-03 Locking and unlocking the doors p. 2-05

9. Regular charging lid p. 1-05

10. Tyre inflation pressures p. 8-15 Tyre rotation p. 8-16 Tyre chains p. 8-17 Size of tyres and wheels p. 9-05

11. Rear fog lamp p. 4-15, 8-24, 8-32

12. Licence plate lamps p. 4-11, 8-24, 8-34

Overview

Familiarizing yourself with i-MiEV................................................02

Installation of accessories................................................................03

Modification/alterations to the electrical systems............................04

Genuine parts...................................................................................04

Disposal information for used batteries...........................................04

Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat................................05

Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold................................06

General information

Familiarizing yourself with

i-MiEV

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This section describes features that the i-MiEV has as an electric vehicle and gives precautions that you should observe. It is important. Please read it carefully.

Main features

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Energy required for driving is only electricity and fuel supply is not required.

The traction battery and electric motor unit are mounted outside the passenger compartment. In this way, passenger space is obtained for riding of four adults.

With the high performance motor, noise and vibration during driving are greatly limited and powerful acceleration can also be obtained.

With regenerative braking, the traction battery is automatically charged when the accelerator is released.

The vehicle can be charged from general power outlets (rated AC 220-240 V).

Charge with the quick charger for i-MiEV is also available.

The creeping behaviour occurs in i-MiEV like a vehicle with automatic transmission.

Regenerative braking

It is equivalent to engine braking of an engine vehicle. If you step off the accelerator pedal during driving, motion energy is converted into electric energy using the motor as a power generator. In this conversion, braking force is generated and converted electric energy is charged in the traction battery.

Regenerative braking is stronger in the order of the selector lever position of “C” (COMFORT), “D” (DRIVE), “B” (BRAKE). Put the selector lever to the “B” (BRAKE) or “C” (COMFORT) position according to the driving condition. “B”: Strong regenerative braking (For downhill) “C”: Weak regenerative braking (For long cruising)

Traction battery

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It is the battery to operate the motor (electric motor unit) and the air conditioning. In addition to the traction battery, i-MiEV has the auxiliary battery to operate lamps, wipers, etc.

Compact, light-weight lithium ion battery with high energy density is used for the traction battery.

The lithium ion battery has the following characteristics. Please read this carefully and treat the battery paying attention to the following:

Characteristics

It is not necessary to consume the battery completely before charging.

The capacity is gradually degraded depending on time used and operating conditions.

The performance may be changed due to the outside temperature. At low temperature, in particular, the cruising range is short and the charging time is long, compared to operation at normal temperature.

If you store your vehicle at an extremely high or low temperature, the battery capacity may be lowered.

The battery is gradually discharged without use and the battery charge is lowered.

Precautions for operation

Do not store your vehicle with the energy level gauge showing 0 bars. Doing so could damage the traction battery. The battery may have to be replaced depending on the low capacity.

If you do not use your vehicle for a long time, please charge the traction battery to the full every 3 months so that the energy level gauge may not be 0 bars.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS collects traction batteries. If you scrap your vehicle, please consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

NOTE

The progress of the battery capacity loss depends on the vehicle usage and the environment. We recommend to do regular charging from 2 bars or less to charge completely at least once in 3 months. The procedure lets the battery remaining indicator adjusted automatically.

Cruising range

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Even if the charge level is the same, the cruising range may vary depending on the driving conditions. Since driving at high speed or climbing on a hill requires higher consumption of the traction battery than usual, the cruising range is shortened.

Since the air conditioning (cooling or heating) consumes power of the traction battery, its operation results in a shorter cruising range. Maintain an appropriate temperature.

General information

Put the selector lever to the “B” (BRAKE) or “C” (COMFORT) position according to the road condition. To charge the traction battery with appropriate use of regenerative braking can increase the cruising range.

Installation of accessories

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We recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

The installation of accessories, optional parts, etc., should only be carried out within the limits prescribed by law in your country, and in accordance with the guidelines and warnings contained within the documents accompanying this vehicle.

Installing electric components incorrectly could lead to a fire. See the “Modification/alterations to the electrical systems” section within this owner’s manual.

Using a cellular phone or radio set inside the vehicle without an external antenna may cause electrical system interference, which could lead to unsafe vehicle operation.

Tyres and wheels which do not meet specifications must not be used. Refer to the “Specifications” section for information regarding wheel and tyre sizes.

Important points!

Due to large number of accessory and replacement parts of different manufactures available in the market, it is not possible, not only for MITSUBISHI MOTORS, but also for a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point, to check whether the attachment or installation of such parts affects the overall safety of your MITSUBISHI-vehicle.

Even when such parts are officially authorized, for example by a “general operators permit” (an appraisal for the part) or through the execution of the part in an officially approved manner of construction, or when a single operation permit following the attachment or installation of such parts, it cannot be deduced from that alone, that the driving safety of your vehicle has not been affected.

Consider also that there basically exists no liability on the part of the appraiser or the official. Maximum safety can only be ensured with parts recommended, sold and fitted or installed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS authorized Service Point (MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine replacement parts and MITSUBISHI MOTORS accessories). The same also pertains to modifications of MITSUBISHI vehicles with respect to the production specifications. For safety reasons, do not attempt any modifications other than those that follow the recommendations of a MITSUBISHI MOTORS authorized Service Point.

General information

Modification/alterations to the

electrical systems

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MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION has always manufactured safe, high quality vehicles. In order to maintain this safety and quality, it is important that any accessory that is to be fitted, or any modifications carried out which involve the electrical systems, should be carried out in accordance with MITSUBISHI guidelines.

CAUTION

If the wires interfere with the vehicle body or improper installation methods are used (protective fuses not included, etc.), electronic devices may be adversely affected, resulting in a fire or other accident.

Genuine parts

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MITSUBISHI MOTORS has gone to great lengths to bring you a superbly crafted automobile offering the highest quality and dependability. Use MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts, designed and manufactured to maintain your MITSUBISHI MOTORS automobile at top performance. MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts are identified by this mark and are available at all MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Points.

Disposal information for used

batteries

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Your vehicle contains batteries and/or accumulators. Do not mix with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2006/66/EC. MITSUBISHI MOTORS collects traction batteries. If you scrap your vehicle, please consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. By disposing of these batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

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Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat

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When the vehicle is driven in a high ambient temperature, its air-conditioner performance can be insufficient. Also, using the air conditioner can reduce the vehicle’s cruising range.

When the ambient temperature is approximately 40 °C or higher, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the described corrective action.

Approx. ambient tem-

perature

Phenomena

Corrective action

Approx. 40 °C to

45 °C

Startup and driving

During quick charging, repeated high-speed driving, or repeated uphill driving, the power down warning lamp* comes on and the motor output is restricted to protect the traction battery or motor (electric motor unit).

Stop the vehicle for a while, avoid quick charging, and wait for the power down warning lamp* to go off.

Approx. 45 °C to

60 °C

Startup and driving

During continued high-speed driving or continued uphill driving, the power down warning lamp* comes on and the motor output is restricted to protect the traction battery or motor (electric motor unit).

If you continue driving after the power down warning lamp* has come on, the vehicle may stop when you have driven a few kilometres. (The vehicle stops when the traction battery temperature reaches 60 °C.)

Charging and battery

Charging may become impossible. (When the traction battery temperature is 60 °C or higher, charging is limited to protect the traction battery.

Park in a well-ventilated, shady place.

The traction battery capacity decreases more quickly, and the cruising range decreases more quickly.

When you park, do so in a well-ventilated, shady place.

Approx. 60 °C or high-

Startup and driving

The power down warning lamp* comes on, and the vehicle may stop. (The vehicle stops when the traction battery temperature reaches 60 °C.)

Park in a well-ventilated, shady place, avoid quick charging, and wait for the power down warning lamp* to go off.

Charging and battery Deterioration of the traction battery becomes extremely fast. Park in a well-ventilated, shady place.

NOTE

*: Refer to “Power down warning lamp” on page 4-11. Illumination of the power down warning lamp does not indicate a malfunction.

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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold

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When the vehicle is driven in a low ambient temperature, its heater performance can be insufficient. Also, using the heater can reduce the vehicle’s cruising range.

When the ambient temperature is approximately -15 °C or lower, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the described corrective action.

Approx.

ambient tempera-

ture

Phenomena Corrective action

Approx. -15 °C or

lower

Startup and driving

Motor output is restricted, and the power down warning lamp*

may come on.

If the traction battery’s remaining power is low (approximately 30%), driving performance decreases by approximately 20%.

Continue driving. (As the traction battery temperature rises, the output restriction will gradually be removed.)

Charging and battery

Charging times get longer.

• Regular charge: Becomes approximately 2-3 hours longer at

-15 °C.

• Quick charge: Becomes approximately 2 hours longer at - 15 °C.

• Charging times get longer with further reductions in temperature.

Charging may complete with 16 bars of energy level gauge*

does not go on. Even if charging is completed with 16 bars of energy level gauge come on, the 16th bar may go off early. The lighting bars may decrease with further reductions in temperature.

When you have finished driving, charge the traction battery before its temperature falls.

General information

Approx.

ambient tempera-

ture

Phenomena Corrective action

Approx. -25 °C or

lower (including

the phenomena of

approx. -15 °C or

lower)

Startup and driving

Driving performance decreases by approximately 50%. Continue driving. (As the traction battery

temperature rises, the output restriction will gradually be removed.)

Charging and battery

Charging may become impossible. (When the traction battery temperature is -25 °C or lower, charging is limited to protect the traction battery.)

When you have finished driving, charge the traction battery before its temperature falls.

Approx. -30 °C or

lower (including

the phenomena of

approx. -15 °C or

lower and -25 °C or

lower)

Startup and driving

The ready indicator*3 does not come on, and startup may not be possible.

In the worst-case scenario, the vehicle may become undrivable (with the energy level gauge and cruising range indications still shown).

In the daytime, wait for the temperature to rise. When the temperature in the vicinity of the traction battery has risen, start up. (Once you start driving, the traction battery temperature will rise. Provided the traction battery has some power, the vehicle will not stop.)

Regenerative braking performance may decrease. To decelerate, press the brake pedal.

(The deterioration in regenerative braking performance is like a deterioration in engine braking in a petrol- or diesel-engine version. If you press the brake pedal, the brakes will work.)

NOTE

*1: Refer to “Power down warning lamp” on page 4-11. Illumination of the power down warning lamp does not indicate a malfunction.

*2: Refer to “Energy level gauge” on page 4-06.

*3: Refer to “Ready indicator” on page 4-09.

General information

Battery..........................................................................................1-02

Basic knowledge for charging......................................................1-02

EV charging cable........................................................................1-03

Regular charging (charging method with rated AC

220-240 V outlet).....................................................................1-04

Quick charging (charging method with quick charger)................1-08

Charging

Battery

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There are two types of batteries installed in your vehicle: a traction battery for operating the motor (electric motor unit) and air conditioning as well as an auxiliary battery for starting the electric motor unit and operating the lamps, wipers, etc. This chapter explains charging of the traction battery.

NOTE

The auxiliary battery is automatically charged while the ready indicator is illuminated or during charge for the traction battery. Refer to “Ready indicator” on page 4-09.

If the auxiliary battery is flat, the electric motor unit cannot be started. Refer to “Emergency starting” on page 7-02.

Basic knowledge for charging

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There are two types of charging: regular charging and quick charging. Regular charging is performed through the onboard charger using rated AC 220-240 V outlet as the power source. The rated AC voltage may differ from country to country. Quick charging is performed with the quick charger compatible with i-MiEV.

NOTE

Repeatedly performing only quick charging may reduce the battery capacity. In usual charge, regular charging is recommended.

To maintain the capacity of the traction battery, the following is recommended:

• Fully charge the vehicle in regular charging every two weeks.

• Do not repeat charging near the full charge level.

The quick charging gives priority when the regular charging and the quick charging are performed at the same time. At this time, the regular charging will be stopped.

The progress of the battery capacity loss depends on the vehicle usage and the environment. We recommend to perform normal charging from 2 segments or less to charge completely at least once in 3 months. The procedure lets the battery remaining indicator adjusted automatically.

Guideline for charging time

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The regular charging time (from 1 bar of energy level gauge to full charge) is different according to the current value.

230 V/16 A → about 6 hours

230 V/13 A → about 7 hours

230 V/10 A → about 8 hours

About 30 minutes with quick charger (About 80 % of full charge)

NOTE

The charging time may vary depending on the battery condition, operation environment of the vehicle and specification of the quick charger.

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EV charging cable

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Your vehicle is equipped with the EV charging cable (A) with control box (B).

Indicator (LED)

(Green)

(Orange)

(Red)

READY

CHARGE

FAULT

The indicator illuminates/blinks in the following conditions.

Green: The charging cable plug (C) is inserted into an outlet and the electrical power is provided correctly.

Orange: The regular charging plug (D) is connected and started charging correctly after the green indicator is illuminated.

Red (illuminating): A problem is detected in the control box.

Red (blinking): Electrical leakage or malfunction in the i- MiEV is detected.

WARNING

If the green or orange indicator does not illuminate or the red indicator blinks or illuminates during regular charging, please contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

WARNING

Do not charge with the EV charging cable banded or rolled. The cable may be heated and resulting in fire.

Do not alter or disassemble the EV charging cable. Doing so could cause fire, an electric shock or injury.

Be sure to install the cap to the regular charging plug and store the EV charging cable at a place where the cable is not exposed to water or dust. Entry of foreign matter such as water or dust at the metal terminal of the regular charging plug or charging cable plug may cause fire or malfunction. Contact with metal such as wire or tool may cause fire, an electric shock or malfunction.

If the EV charging cable, regular charging plug, charging cable plug or outlet shows damage, corrosion or rust, or if loosening is found at the connection, do not perform charging. Doing so could cause fire, an electric shock, or short circuit.

Pay attention to the following for handling the EV charging cable. Damage to the cable could cause fire, an electric shock, or short circuit.

• Do not pull with undue force.

• Do not twist.

• Do not drag.

• Do not put an object on top.

• Do not put the cable close to a heating unit including heater.

• Do not drop the regular charging plug or do not give strong impact to it.

CAUTION

Do not charge with the outlet that is smaller than the current value described on the control box.

NOTE

All indicators are illuminated momentarily for confirming operation when the charging cable plug is inserted into an outlet. After that the green indicator is continuously illuminated.

The orange indicator will go off when the charging is completed. The green indicator is continuously illuminated while the charging plug is inserted into an outlet.

Handling and storing the control box

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CAUTION

While charging, it must be prevented being damaged to the control box by the attached rope as shown in the following illustration.

NOTE

Use the hook with load capacity over 4 kg, that weight is the EV charging cable.

Check the rope has no damage or no loose before use.

Charging

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Hook

Rope

Cleaning the EV charging cable

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1. Gently wipe off with gauze or other soft cloth soaked with a 3 % aqueous solution of neutral detergent.

2. Wipe off all the detergent with a soft cloth dipped in fresh water and thoroughly wrung out.

3. Wipe all moisture off and dry in a shaded, well-ventilated area.

WARNING

In cleaning, be sure to remove the charging cable plug and the regular charging plug from the outlet. Do not connect or disconnect the plug with wet hand. Doing so could cause an electric shock.

Do not have the metal terminal of the regular charging plug and the charging cable plug be exposed to water or neutral detergent. Operation with water could cause fire or an electric shock.

CAUTION

Never use benzine, petrol, or other organic solvents, or acid or alkaline solvents. Doing so could cause deformation, discolour, or malfunction. Also, these substances may be present in various cleaners, so check carefully before use.

Regular charging (charging

method with rated AC 220-240 V

outlet)

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WARNING

Persons who use electro-medical apparatus such as implantable cardiac pacemaker or implantable cardioverter- defibrillator must check effect from charging with the manufacturer of electro-medical apparatus. Electro-medical apparatus operations could be affected by charging.

Do not charge with the EV charging cable banded or rolled. Doing so the cable may be heated and this might result in fire.

Before charging, make sure that there is no foreign matter such as dust at the regular charging connection and the regular charging plug. At this time, do not touch the regular charging connection.

When the regular charging plug is connected to the charging connection, prevent foreign matter such as water or dust from entering in the connection. Connection with foreign matter such as water or dust may cause fire or an electric shock. Do not perform charging if there might be strong exposure to water at the connection.

Please observe the following in order to prevent accidents during charging such as electrocution.

Charging

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WARNING

• Make sure to use the EV charging cable that comes with the vehicle.

• Do not charge another vehicle using the attached EV charging cable. Doing so the cable may be heated and this might result in fire.

• Make sure to use an outlet that is protected from water entering.

• Do not perform charging with the body cover.

• Do not remove and insert plugs with wet hands.

• Do not charge the battery if there is a risk of lightning.

If abnormal smells are detected or the vehicle produces smoke, quickly stop charging.

Do not perform charging at a poorly ventilated place with surroundings covered. Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away from the auxiliary battery. Flammable gas generated from the auxiliary battery in charging may be filled in a building, resulting in explosion. If charging is inevitably required, ventilate the area well.

Grasp the regular charging plug when connecting or disconnecting the EV charging cable. Grasping the cable could cause an electric shock, short circuit, and/or fire.

CAUTION

Do not perform charging from other power source like a generator. Doing so could cause a malfunction.

During charging, the cooling fans inside the bonnet room may automatically be operated even if the electric motor switch is in the “LOCK” position. Keep your hands away from the cooling fan during charging.

NOTE

The on board charger is only for rated AC 220-240 V outlets.

When connecting or disconnecting the regular charging plug, insert/pull out the plug straight. Also, do not incline or twist the plug. Doing so could cause a bad connection or malfunction.

Make sure to lock the doors to prevent theft, etc. during charging.

Charging from rated AC 220-240 V outlet

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1. Fully apply the parking brake and place the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.

2. Stop the electric devices such as lamps and turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position.

3. Pull the regular charging opener (A) at the bottom left/right of the instrument panel to open the regular charging lid (B) at the right rear side of the vehicle.

4. Press the tab (C) to open the inner lid (D).

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WARNING

Do not touch the metal terminal of the regular charging connection (E) and the regular charging plug. Doing so could cause an electric shock and/ or malfunction.

CAUTION

Do not leave for a long time with the inner lid opened. It becomes impossible to charge if foreign material enters the regular charging connection.

5. Insert the charging cable plug into an outlet.

NOTE

The shape of the charging cable plug and outlet may differ from country to country as shown in the illustration.

Use the following outlets.

WARNING

To prevent an electric shock or fire due to electric leak, perform charging using the waterproofed outlet with earthing which is connected to the ground fault interrupter.

WARNING

Use the rated AC 220-240 V outlet individually. If a plug adapter is connected at the end of the EV charging cable for use together with other device, the outlet may be overheated, resulting in a fire.

Switzerland 250 V/10 A

Denmark 250 V/10 A

Italy 250 V/10 A

UK, Ireland 250 V/13 A

Germany, Spain, France, Sweden, etc. 250 V/16 A

6. Remove the cap (F) on the regular charging plug (G) and make sure that there is no foreign matter such as dust at the end of the regular charging plug and the regular charging connection.

7. Connect the regular charging plug until a click sound is heard without pressing the button (H).

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CAUTION

Do not clasp the top of regular charging plug. It could cause injury to touch the protrusion on the lid.

NOTE

If the electric motor switch is turned to the “START” position with the regular charging plug connected to the regular charging connection, the electric motor unit cannot be started.

8. Make sure that the charging indicator on the instrument cluster is illuminated.

If the charging indicator is not illuminated, charging is not started. Make sure that the regular charging connection and the plug are appropriately connected, and perform charging from Step 5 again.

NOTE

When the regular charging plug is connected to the charging connection, the charging indicator is blinking. When charging is started, the charging indicator is illuminated.

The charge level for traction battery can be checked with the energy level gauge (I) on the instrument cluster. Refer to “Energy level gauge” on page 4-06.

9. Charging is complete when the charging indicator turns off. Pull out the regular charging plug while pressing the button (J).

NOTE

Charging can be stopped half way. In this case, also, pull out the regular charging plug while pressing the button.

10. Close the inner lid and close the regular charging lid.

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NOTE

Make sure that the inner lid is completely closed. If the regular charging lid is forcibly closed without completely closing the inner lid, the hinge on the inner lid may be broken.

11. Remove the charging cable plug from the outlet.

12. Install the cap on the regular charging plug.

WARNING

After charging, be sure to close the inner lid and the regular charging lid completely. Be careful that water or dust does not enter in the regular charging connection, inner lid and regular charging plug. Entry of water or dust could cause electric leakage, resulting in a fire or electric shock.

After charging, be sure to disconnect the plug from the outlet. If the plug is left connected to the outlet, immersion in water or tampering may cause leakage or an electric shock.

Quick charging (charging

method with quick charger)

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WARNING

Be sure to use the quick charger compatible with i-MiEV. Use of a non-compatible quick charger may cause fire or malfunction. For the quick charger compatible with i-MiEV, consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

For operation of quick chargers, follow the manual of each quick charger.

Before charging, make sure that there is no foreign matter such as dust at the quick charging connection and the quick charging plug. At this time, do not touch the quick charging connection.

WARNING

When the quick charging plug is connected to the quick charging connection, prevent foreign matter such as water or dust from entering in the connection. Connection with foreign matter such as water or dust may cause fire or an electric shock. Do not perform charging if there might be strong exposure to water at the connection.

CAUTION

NOTE

Make sure to lock the doors to prevent theft, etc. during charging.

1. Fully apply the parking brake and move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.

2. Stop the electric devices such as lamps, air conditioning, etc. and turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position.

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3. Pull the quick charging lid opener (A) at the bottom left/right of the driver’s seat to open the quick charging lid (B) at the left rear side of the vehicle.

4. Press the tab (C) to open the inner lid (D).

WARNING

Do not touch the metal terminal of the quick charging connection (E) and the quick charging plug. Doing so could cause an electric shock and/ or malfunction.

CAUTION

Do not leave for a long time with the inner lid opened. It becomes impossible to charge if foreign material enters the quick charging connection.

5. Connect the quick charging plug in the quick charging connection to begin charging. For connecting and disconnecting, follow the instruction manual for each quick charger.

6. Make sure that the charging indicator on the instrument cluster is illuminated.

If the charging indicator is not illuminated, charging is not started.

Follow the manual of each quick charger.

NOTE

When the regular charging plug is connected to the charging connection, the charging indicator is blinking. When charging is started, the charging indicator is illuminated.

The charge level for traction battery can be checked with the energy level gauge (F) on the instrument cluster. Refer to “Energy level gauge” on page 4-06.

Operation noise may be heard from the vehicle body during quick charging. This noise comes from operation of the traction battery cooling system, and it is not a malfunction.

Since the traction battery cooling system uses cool air of the air conditioning, the air conditioning is automatically operated. After quick charging, if the area under the vehicle is wet, transparent and loose, it is dehumidified water from the air conditioning and not a malfunction.

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7. Charging is complete when the charging indicator turns off. Disconnect the quick charging plug according to the manual of the quick charger.

CAUTION

Do not leave the quick charging plug connected to the quick charging connection after charging. Doing so, someone might stumble and it could cause an injury or the quick charging connection might be damaged by playing it.

8. Close the inner lid and close the quick charging lid.

WARNING

After charging, be sure to close the inner lid and the quick charging lid completely. Be careful that water or dust does not enter in the quick charging connection, inner lid and quick charging plug. Entry of water or dust could cause fire, electric shock or short circuit.

NOTE

If the electric motor switch is turned to the “START” position with the quick charging plug connected to the quick charging connection, the electric motor unit cannot be started. Be sure to disconnect the quick charging plug before start.

Charging may be completed before full charge. This is a control for efficient charge and not a malfunction. To achieve full charge, repeat charging from Step 5 again.

Make sure that the inner lid is completely closed. If the quick charging lid is forcibly closed without completely closing the inner lid, the hinge on the inner lid may be broken.

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Keys..............................................................................................2-02

Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system).....................2-02

Keyless entry system....................................................................2-03

Doors............................................................................................2-05

Central door locks.........................................................................2-06

“Child-protection” rear doors.......................................................2-07

Tailgate.........................................................................................2-08

Electric window control................................................................2-09

Locking and unlocking

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Mitsubishi Electric Vehicle User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of contents

Instruments and Controls (Driver’s area)

Instruments and Controls (Instrument panel)

Interior

Electric motor unit room

Outside (Front)

Outside (Rear)

General information

Main features

Regenerative braking

Traction battery

Characteristics

Precautions for operation

Cruising range

Installation of accessories

Important points!

Genuine parts

Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat

Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold

Charging

Battery

Basic knowledge for charging

Guideline for charging time

EV charging cable

Handling and storing the control box

Cleaning the EV charging cable

Charging from rated AC 220-240 V outlet

Locking and unlocking