Mitsubishi Electric Vehicle User Manual

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i-MiEV - ENGLISH - OHAE12E1

OWNER’ S MANUAL

i -M i EV

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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

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Instruments and Controls (Driver’s area)

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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

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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

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Instruments and Controls (Instrument panel)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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Keys

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Two keys are provided. The key fits all locks. Keep one in a safe place as a spare key.

WARNING

When taking a key on flights, do not press any switches on the key while on the plane. If a switch is pressed on the plane, the key emits electromagnetic waves, which could adversely affect the plane’s flight operation. When carrying a key in a bag, be careful that no switches on the key can be easily pressed by mistake.

NOTE

The key number is stamped on the tag as indicated in the illustration. Make a record of the key number and store the key and key number tag in separate places, so that you can order a key in the event the original keys are lost.

The key is a precision electronic device with a built-in signal transmitter. Please observe the following in order to prevent malfunctioning.

• Do not leave the key anywhere where exposed to direct sunlight, for example on the dashboard.

• Do not disassemble or modify.

• Do not excessively bend the key or subject it to strong impacts.

• Do not expose to water.

• Keep away from magnetic key rings.

• Keep away from audio systems, personal computers, TVs, and other equipment that generates a magnetic field.

• Keep away from devices that emit strong electromagnetic waves, such as cellular phones, wireless devices and high frequency equipment (including medical devices).

• Do not clean with ultrasonic cleaners or similar equipment.

• Do not leave the key where it may be exposed to high temperature or high humidity.

The electric motor unit is designed so that it will not start if the ID code registered in the immobilizer computer and the key’s ID code do not match. Refer to the “Electronic immobilizer” section for details and key usage.

Electronic immobilizer (Anti-

theft starting system)

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The electronic immobilizer is designed to significantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start attempt can only be achieved by using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system.

NOTE

In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to receive the registered ID code from the registered key and the electric motor unit may not start.

• When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or magnetic object (Type A)

• When the key grip contacts metal of another key (Type B)

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• When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizing keys (including keys of other vehicles) (Type C)

In cases like these, remove the object or additional key from the vehicle key and turn the key back to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Then try again to start the electric motor unit. If the electric motor unit does not start, we recommend you to contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

Two keys are provided. If you lose one of them, order a key from your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point as soon as possible. To obtain a replacement or extra spare key, take your vehicle and any remaining key to your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. All the keys have to be registered in the immobilizer computer unit. The immobilizer can register up to 8 different keys.

CAUTION

Don’t make any alterations or additions to the immobilizer system; alterations or additions could cause failure of the immobilizer.

Keyless entry system

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Press the remote control switch, and all doors and the tailgate will be locked or unlocked as desired.

1- LOCK switch 2- UNLOCK switch 3- Indication lamp

To lock

Press the LOCK switch (1), and all doors and the tailgate will be locked. When they are locked with the room lamp at the middle (•) position or at the “DOOR” position, the room lamp and the turn-signal lamps blink once.

To unlock

Press the UNLOCK switch (2), and all doors and the tailgate will be unlocked. When unlocked with the room lamp at the (•) position or at the “DOOR” position, the room lamp will be turned on for approximately 15 seconds and the turn-signal lamps will blink twice.

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NOTE

The indication lamp (3) comes on each time a switch is pressed.

If the UNLOCK switch (2) is pressed and any of the doors or the tailgate is not opened within approximately 30 seconds, relocking will automatically occur.

It is possible to modify functions as follows: For further information, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

• The time for automatic relocking can be changed.

• The confirmation function (flashing of the turn-signal lamps) can be set to operate only when the doors and the tailgate are locked or only when the doors and the tailgate are unlocked.

• The confirmation function (this indicates locking or unlocking of the doors and the tailgate with the flash of the turn-signal lamps) can be deactivated.

• The number of times the turn-signal lamps are flashed by the confirmation function can be changed.

The keyless entry system does not operate in the following conditions:

• The key is left in the key cylinder.

• The door or the tailgate is open.

The remote control switch will operate within approximately 4 m from the vehicle. However, the operating range of the remote control switch may change if the vehicle is located near a power station, or radio/TV broadcasting station.

If either of the following problems occurs, the battery may be exhausted.

• The remote control switch is operated at the correct distance from the vehicle, but the doors and the tailgate are not locked/ unlocked in response.

• The indication lamp (3) is dim or does not come on.

For further information, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. If you replace the battery yourself, refer to “Procedure for replacing the remote control switch battery” on page 2-04.

If your remote control switch is lost or damaged, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point for a replacement remote control switch.

If you wish to add a remote control switch, we recommend you to contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. A maximum of 4 remote control switches are available for your vehicle.

Operation of the outside rear-view mirrors

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To fold

Within 30 seconds of locking the doors and the tailgate using the LOCK switch (1), press the LOCK switch twice rapidly to fold the outside rear-view mirrors.

To extend

Within 30 seconds of unlocking the doors and the tailgate using the UNLOCK switch (2), press the UNLOCK switch twice rapidly to return the outside rear-view mirrors to their extended positions.

Procedure for replacing the remote control switch battery

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1. Before replacing the battery, remove static electricity from your body by touching a metal part such as doorknob of the room.

2. Remove the screw (A) from the remote control switch.

3. With the MITSUBISHI mark facing you, insert the clothcovered tip of a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver into the notch in the remote control switch case and use it to open the case.

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NOTE

Be sure to perform the procedure with the MITSUBISHI mark facing you. If the MITSUBISHI mark is not facing you when you open the remote control switch case, the switches may come out.

4. Remove the remote control transmitter from the remote control switch case. Then, open the remote control transmitter using the method described in step 2.

5. Remove the old battery.

6. Install a new battery with the + side (B) down.

Coin type battery CR1616

- side

+ side

7. Close the remote control transmitter firmly.

8. Place the remote control transmitter in the remote control switch case, then securely close the remote control switch case.

9. Attach the screw (A) removed in step 1.

10. Check the keyless entry system to see that it works.

NOTE

You may purchase a replacement battery at an electric appliance store.

A MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point can replace the battery for you if you prefer.

CAUTION

When the remote control switch case is opened, be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not touch the internal components.

Doors

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CAUTION

Make sure the doors are closed: driving with doors not completely closed is dangerous.

Never leave children in the vehicle unattended.

Be careful not to lock the doors while the key is inside the vehicle.

NOTE

To prevent the key from being locked inside the vehicle, neither the lock knob on the driver’s door nor the key can be used to lock the driver’s door when it is open.

To lock or unlock with the key

1- Lock 2- Unlock

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To lock or unlock from inside the vehicle

1- Lock 2- Unlock

Pull the inside door handle towards you to open the door.

NOTE

The driver’s door can be opened without using the lock knob by pulling on the inside door handle. Also, all other doors and the tailgate are unlocked at the same time.

To lock without using the key

Set the inside lock knob (1) to the locked position, and close the door (2).

NOTE

The driver’s door cannot be locked using the inside lock knob while the driver’s door is opened.

Central door locks

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NOTE

Each of the doors can be locked or unlocked independently by using the inside lock knob.

Repeated continuous operation between lock and unlock could activate the central door locking systems built-in protection circuit and prevent the system from operating. If this occurs, wait about 1 minute before operating the inside lock knob or the key.

Driver’s door with key

Using the key on the driver’s door locks or unlocks all doors and the tailgate.

1- Lock 2- Unlock

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Driver’s door with inside lock knob

Using the inside lock knob on the driver’s door locks or unlocks all doors and the tailgate.

1- Lock 2- Unlock

Unlocking doors using selector lever

It is possible to unlock all doors and the tailgate using the selector lever by placing it in the “P” position while the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.

NOTE

The vehicle is shipped from the factory with a setting established such that the doors and the tailgate are not unlocked when the selector lever is placed in the “P” position with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position. If you wish to change the setting such that the doors and the tailgate are unlocked, contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

“Child-protection” rear doors

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1- Lock 2- Unlock

Child protection helps prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally from the inside. If the lever is set to the locked position, the rear door cannot be opened using the inside handle, but only with the outside handle. If the lever is set to the “Unlock” position, the child protection mechanism does not function.

CAUTION

When driving with a child in the rear seat, please use the child protection to prevent accidental door opening which may cause an accident.

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Tailgate

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WARNING

When opening and closing the tailgate, make sure that there are no people nearby and be careful not to hit your head or pinch your hands, neck, etc.

To open

After unlocking the tailgate, push the switch (A) and pull up the tailgate.

NOTE

If you do not open the tailgate immediately after pulling the handle, the tailgate cannot be lifted. If this happens, pull the handle again and lift the tailgate.

The tailgate cannot be opened when the battery is flat or disconnected.

To close

Pull the tailgate grip (A) downward as illustrated. Gently push the upper gate from the outside with enough force so that it is completely closed. Always ensure the tailgate is securely closed.

CAUTION

When closing the tailgate, always ensure your or other person’s fingers cannot be caught by the tailgate.

NOTE

Gas struts (B) are installed to support the tailgate. To prevent damage or faulty operation.

• Do not hold the gas struts when closing the tailgate.

• Also, do not push or pull the gas struts.

• Do not attach any plastic material, tape, etc., to the gas struts.

• Do not tie string, etc., around the gas struts.

• Do not hang any object on the gas struts.

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Electric window control

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The electric windows can only be operated with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position.

WARNING

Before operating the electric window control, make sure that nothing can get trapped (head, hand, finger, etc.).

Never leave the vehicle without removing the key.

Never leave a child (or other person who might not be capable of safe operation of the electric window control) in the vehicle alone.

The child may tamper with the switch at the risk of its hands or head being trapped in the window.

Electric window control switch

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Each window opens or closes while the corresponding switch is operated.

Driver’s switch (LHD)

Driver’s switch (RHD)

1- Driver’s door window 2- Front passenger’s door window 3- Rear left door window 4- Rear right door window 5- Lock switch

Driver’s switches

The driver’s switches can be used to operate all door windows. A window can be opened or closed by operating the corresponding switch. Press the switch down to open the window, and pull up the switch to close it. If the switch for the driver’s door window is fully pressed down, the door window automatically opens completely. If you want to stop the door window movement, pull up the switch.

Passenger’s switches

The passenger’s switches can be used to operate the corresponding passenger’s door windows.

Press the switch down for opening the door window, and pull up the switch for closing.

NOTE

Repeated operation with the electric motor unit stopped will run down the battery. Operate the window switches only while the electric motor unit is running.

Lock switch

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When this switch is operated, the passenger’s switches cannot be used to open or close the windows and the driver’s switch cannot open or close any windows other than the driver’s window.

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To unlock, press it once again.

1- Lock 2- Unlock

WARNING

A child may tamper with the switch at the risk of its hands or head being trapped in the window. When driving with a child in the vehicle, please press the window lock switch to disable the passenger’s switches.

Timer function

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The door windows can be opened or closed for 30 seconds after the electric motor switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. However, once the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door is opened, the windows cannot be operated.

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Seat...............................................................................................3-02

Seat adjustment.............................................................................3-03

Front seat......................................................................................3-03

Rear seat.......................................................................................3-05

Head restraints..............................................................................3-07

Seat belts.......................................................................................3-08

Pregnant women restraint.............................................................3-10

Seat belt pretensioner system and force limiter system................3-11

Child restraint...............................................................................3-11

Seat belt inspection.......................................................................3-20

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag..............................3-20

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Seat

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1-Front seat

To adjust forward or backward ® p. 3-03

To recline the seatback ® p. 3-04

To adjust seat height (driver’s seat only) ® p. 3-04

Heated seat (driver’s seat only)* ® p. 3-04

2-Rear seat

To recline the seatback ® p. 3-05

Folding the seatbacks forward ® p. 3-06

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Seat adjustment

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Adjust the driver’s seat so that you are comfortable and that you can reach the pedals, steering wheel, switches etc. while retaining a clear field of vision.

WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust the seat while driving. This can cause loss of vehicle control and result in an accident. After adjustments are made, ensure the seating is locked in position by attempting to move the seat forward and rearward without using the adjusting mechanism.

Do not allow people or children to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts, and make sure that everyone travelling in your vehicle is in a seat and wearing a seat belt, or in the case of a child is strapped in a child restraint.

To minimize the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision or sudden braking, the seatbacks should always be in the almost upright position while the vehicle is in motion. The protection provided by the seat belts may be reduced significantly when the seatback is reclined. There is greater risk that the passenger will slide under the seat belt, resulting in serious injury, when the seatback is reclined.

CAUTION

Make sure the seat is adjusted by an adult or with adult supervision for correct and safe operation.

Do not place a cushion or the like between your back and the seatback while driving. The effectiveness of the head restraints will be reduced in the event of an accident.

When sliding the seats, be careful not to catch your hand or foot.

Front seat

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To adjust forward or backward

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Pull the seat adjusting lever and adjust the seat forward or backward to the desired position, and release the adjusting lever.

WARNING

To ensure the seat is locked securely, try to move the seat forward or backward without using the adjusting lever.

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To recline the seatback

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In order to recline the seatback, lean forward slightly, pull the seatback lock lever up, and then lean backward to the desired position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in that position.

CAUTION

The reclining mechanism of the seatback is spring loaded, causing it to return to the vertical position when the lock lever is operated. When using the lever, sit close to the seatback or hold it with your hand to control its return motion.

To adjust seat height (driver’s seat only)

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To adjust the seat height, operate the lever repeatedly.

1- Raise 2- Lower

Heated seat (driver’s seat only)*

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The heated seat can be operated with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position. Operate the switch as indicated by arrows. The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the heater is on.

1- Heater on. 2- Heater off.

CAUTION

Switch off the seat heater when not in use.

Continuous use while the ready indicator is not illuminated can cause the auxiliary battery to run down.

If the following types of persons use the heated seat, they might become too hot or receive minor burns (red skin, heat blisters, etc.):

• Elderly or ill people

• People with sensitive skin

• Excessively tired people

• People under the influence of sleep inducing medication, etc.

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CAUTION

Do not place heavy objects on the seat or stick pins, needles, or other pointed objects into it.

Do not use a blanket, cushion, or other material with high heat insulation properties on the seat while using the heater; this might cause the heater element to overheat

Do not use benzine, kerosene, petrol, alcohol or other organic solvents when cleaning the seat. Doing so could damage not only the seat cover, but also the heater element.

If water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat, allow it to dry thoroughly before attempting to use the heater.

Turn the heater off immediately if it appears to be malfunctioning during use.

Rear seat

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WARNING

When a person sits in the rear seat, pull up the head restraint to a height at which it locks in position. Be sure to make this adjustment before starting to drive. Serious injuries could otherwise be suffered as the result of an impact. Refer to “Head restraints” on page 3-07.

CAUTION

Child restraint lower anchorages (A) are provided between the seat cushion and the seatback. Be careful that the lower anchorages may be hot due to heat of the electric motor unit room.

To recline the seatback

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In order to recline the seatback, lean forward slightly, pull the lever, and then lean backward to the desired position and release the lever. The seatback will lock in that position.

NOTE

It is possible to adjust the seatback angle independently on each side.

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Folding the seatbacks forward

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Larger objects can be loaded into the vehicle if a seatback is folded forward.

CAUTION

Do not stack luggage in the vehicle higher than the seatback height. Also, firmly secure the luggage. Serious accidents could result due to unrestrained objects entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking.

To fold

Pull the lever, and fold the rear seatbacks forward.

NOTE

Do not operate the lever in the wrong direction. Doing so could damage the lever and make it impossible to operate the seatback.

To replace

1. Raise the seatback until it locks securely into place.

2. Push lightly on the seatback to confirm that it has actually been secured.

Rear seat cushion

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The rear seat cushion can be removed. It is removed when the tyre repair kit stored under the seat cushion is taken out. Use this function when putting the seat covers on, etc.

To remove

1. Pull the seat stoppers (A) to unlock the seat cushion (B).

2. Lift up the seat cushion and pull it towards you to remove it.

To install

1. Place the seat belt’s buckles on top of the seat cushion.

2. Pushing the seat cushion as far back as possible, press the hooks (A) on the underside of the seat cushion into the right and left stopper installation holes (B) until a click is heard.

3. After installing the seat cushion, shake it lightly to check that it is properly fixed in position.

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Head restraints

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WARNING

Driving without the head restraints in place can cause you and your passengers serious injury or death in an accident. To reduce the risk of injury in an accident, always make sure the head restraints are installed and properly positioned when the seat is occupied.

Never place a cushion or similar device on the seatback. This can adversely affect head restraint performance by increasing the distance between your head and the restraint.

To adjust height

Adjust the head restraint height so that the centre of the head restraint is as close as possible to eye level to reduce the chances of injury in the event of collision. Any person too tall for the head restraint to reach their seated eye level, should adjust the restraint as high as possible.

To raise the head restraint, move it upward. To lower the restraint, move it downward while pushing the height adjusting knob (A) in the direction of the arrow. After adjustment, push the head restraint downward and make sure that it is locked.

To remove

Lift the head restraint with the height adjusting knob (A) pushed in.

Installation

Confirm that they are facing the correct direction, and then insert them into the seatback while pressing the height adjusting knob (A) in the direction indicated by the arrow.

CAUTION

Confirm that the height adjusting knob (A) is correctly adjusted as shown in the illustration, and also lift the head restraints to ensure that they do not come out of the seatback.

CAUTION

The head restraints for the seats differ in shape and size. When installing head restraints, make sure the head restraints are fitted in their respective seats and do not install the head restraints in the wrong direction.

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Seat belts

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To protect you and your passengers in the event of an accident, it is most important that the seat belts be worn correctly while driving. The front seat belts have a pretensioner system. These belts are used the same way as a conventional seat belt. Refer to “Seat belt pretensioner system and force limiter system” on page 3-11

WARNING

Always place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put it behind you or under your arm.

One seat belt should be used by only one person. Doing otherwise can be dangerous.

The seat belt will provide its wearer with maximum protection if the recliner seatback is placed in fully upright position. When the seatback is reclined, there is greater risk that the passenger will slide under the belt, especially in a forward impact accident, and may be injured by the belt or by striking the instrument panel or seatbacks.

Seat belts should always be worn by every adult who drives or rides in this vehicle, and by all children who are tall enough to wear seat belts properly. Other children should always use proper child restraint systems.

Remove any twists when using the belt.

WARNING

No modifications or additions should be made by the user which will either prevent the seat belt adjusting devices from operating to remove slack, or prevent the seat belt assembly from being adjusted to remove slack.

Never hold a child in your arms or on your lap when riding in this vehicle, even if you are wearing your seat belt. To do so risks severe or fatal injury to the child in a collision or sudden stop.

Always adjust the belt to a snug fit.

Always wear the lap portion of the belt over your hips.

3-point type seat belt (with emergency locking mechanism)

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This type of belt requires no length adjustment. Once worn, the belt adjusts itself to the movement of the wearer, but in the event of a sudden or strong shock, the belt automatically locks to hold the wearer’s body.

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NOTE

You can check if the belt locks by pulling it forward quickly.

To fasten

1. Pull the seat belt out slowly while holding the latch plate.

NOTE

When the seat belts cannot be pulled out in a locked condition, pull the belts once forcefully and then return them. After that, pull the belts out slowly once again.

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle until a “click” is heard.

WARNING

Never wear the lap portion of the belt across your abdomen. During accidents it can press sharply against the abdomen and increase the risk of injury.

WARNING

The seat belts must not be twisted when worn.

3. Pull the belt slightly to adjust slackness as desired.

To unfasten

Hold the latch plate and push the button on the buckle.

NOTE

As the belt retracts automatically, keep holding the latch plate while retracting so that the belt stows slowly. Failure to do this could damage the vehicle.

Seat belt warning

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Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder/ warning lamp

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The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt warning lamp is located on the instrument panel.

If the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position without the driver’s or the front passenger’s seat belt being fastened, the warning lamp will come on, and the tone will sound for approximately 6 seconds to remind the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. If the seat belt remains unfastened approximately 1 minute later, the warning lamp will flash and the tone will sound intermittently for approximately 90 seconds when the vehicle is driven. If the seat belt subsequently remains unfastened, the warning lamp and tone will issue further warnings each time the vehicle starts moving from a stop. And if the passenger unfastens the seat belt while driving, the warning will operate in the same way. When the seat belt is fastened, the warnings will stop.

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NOTE

For the front passenger seat, the warning function works only while a person is sitting on the seat.

When luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, a sensor in the seat cushion may, depending on the weight and position of the luggage, cause the warning tone to sound and the warning lamp to come on.

Rear passenger’s seat belt warning lamps

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The rear passenger’s seat belt warning lamps are located on the instrument panel.

If the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position while a seat belt is not fastened, the warning lamp comes on for approximately 30 seconds to remind the rear passenger to fasten the seat belt. If the vehicle is driven with the seat belt still unfastened, the warning lamp comes on for approximately another 30 seconds. (This illumination happens only the first time the vehicle starts moving with the seat belt still unfastened.) The warning lamp goes off when the seat belt is fastened.

NOTE

The warning lamps come on even if no one is sitting on the rear seat.

If a seat belt is unfastened while the vehicle is being driven, the tone sounds for approximately 1 second and the warning lamp comes on for approximately 30 seconds.

If the seat belts are initially fastened but a seat belt is unfastened while the vehicle is stationary and the vehicle is then driven with the seat belt still unfastened, the warning lamp comes on again for approximately 30 seconds.

Pregnant women restraint

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WARNING

Seat belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Pregnant women should use the available seat belts. This will reduce the likelihood of injury to both the woman and the unborn child. The lap belt should be worn across the thighs and as snug against the hips as possible, but not across the waist. Consult your doctor if you have any additional questions or concerns.

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Seat belt pretensioner system and

force limiter system

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The driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat each have a seat belt equipped with a pretensioner system.

Pretensioner system

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The pretensioner system will retract its respective seat belts instantaneously, thus maximizing the seat belt’s effectiveness, if there is a frontal impact severe enough to injure the driver and/or front passenger and the electric motor switch is in the “ON” or “START” position.

WARNING

To obtain the best results from your pretensioner seat belt, make sure you have adjusted your seat correctly and wear your seat belt properly.

CAUTION

Installation of audio equipment or repairs in the vicinity of the pretensioner seat belts or floor console must be performed in line with MITSUBISHI MOTORS guidelines. It is important to do so because the work could affect the pretensioner systems.

CAUTION

If you need to scrap the vehicle, please consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. It is important to do so because unexpected activation of the pretensioner seat belts could cause injuries.

NOTE

The pretensioner seat belts will be activated if the vehicle suffers a severe frontal impact, even if the seat belts are not worn.

The pretensioner seat belts are designed to work only once. After the pretensioner seat belts have been activated, we recommend you have them replaced by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

SRS warning lamp

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This warning lamp is shared by the SRS airbags and the pretensioner seat belts. Refer to “SRS warning lamp” on page 3-29.

Force limiter system

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In the event of a collision, each force limiter system will effectively absorb the load applied to the seat belt to minimize the impact to the passenger.

Child restraint

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When transporting children in your vehicle, some type of child restraint system should always be used according to the size of the child. This is required by law in most countries. The regulations concerning driving with children in the front seat may differ from country to country. You are advised to comply with the relevant regulations.

WARNING

When possible, put children in the rear seat. Accident statistics indicate that children of all sizes and ages are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat rather than in the front seat.

Holding a child in your arms is no substitute for a restraint system. Failure to use a proper restraint system can result in severe or fatal injury to the child.

Each child restraint device or fixing is to be used only by one child.

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Caution for installing the child restraint on vehicles with a front passenger airbag

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The label shown here is attached on vehicles with a front passenger airbag.

WARNING

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!

Use rearward facing child restraints in the rear seat or turn off the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch. (Refer to “To turn an airbag off” on page 3-23)

Front passenger’s airbag ON

WARNING

A REARWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT must NOT be used in the front passenger seat if the front passenger’s airbag has not been deactivated. The force of an inflating airbag could kill or cause serious injuries to the child. A rearward facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

A FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT should be used in the rear seat whenever possible; if used in the front seat, turn off the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.

Infants and small children

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When transporting infants and small children in your vehicle, follow the instruction given below.

Instruction:

For small infants, an infant carrier should be used. For small children whose height when seated allows the shoulder belt to lie in contact with the face or the throat, a child seat should be used.

The child restraint system should be appropriate for the child’s weight and height and properly fit in the vehicle. For a higher degree of safety: THE CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN THE REAR SEAT.

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NOTE

Before purchasing a child restraint system, try installing it in the rear seat to make sure there is a good fit. Because of the location of the seat belt buckles and the shape of the seat cushion, it may be difficult to securely install some manufacturer’s child restraint systems. If the child restraint system can be pulled forward or to either side easily on the seat cushion after the seat belt has been tightened, choose another manufacturer’s child restraint system.

WARNING

When installing a child restraint system, refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the restraint system. Failure to do so can result in severe or fatal injury to the child.

After installation, push and pull the child restraint system back and forth, and side to side, to see that it is properly secured. If the child restraint system is not installed securely, it may cause injury to the child or other occupants in case of an accident or sudden stops.

When the child restraint system is not in use, keep your child restraint system secured with the seat belt or remove it from the vehicle in order to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during an accident.

Depending on the seating position in the vehicle and the child restraint system that you have, the child restraint can be attached using one of the following two locations:

• To the lower anchorage in the rear seat ONLY if the child restraint has ISOFIX mountings (See page 3-18).

• To the seat belt (See page 3-19).

Older children

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Children who have outgrown the child restraint system should be seated in the rear seat and wear combination lap shoulder belt. The lap portion of the belt should be snug and positioned low on the abdomen so that it is below the top of the hip-bone. Otherwise, the belt could intrude into the child’s abdomen during an accident and cause injury.

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Suitability for various ISOFIX positions

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Mass group Size class Fixture

Vehicle ISOFIX positions

Rear (Left side/Right side)

Carrycot F ISO/L1 X

G ISO/L2 X

0 - Up to 10 kg

(0-9 months)

E ISO/R1 X

0+ - Up to 13 kg

(0-2 years)

E ISO/R1

IL*1, IL*2,

D ISO/R2 X C ISO/R3 X

I - 9 to 18 kg

(9 months-4 years)

D ISO/R2 X C ISO/R3 X B ISO/F2 IUF

B1 ISO/F2X

IUF, IL*

A ISO/F3 IUF

II & III - 15 to 36 kg

(4-12 years)

: When installing a child restraint system, adjust the front seat in position more than 2 notches forward from the centre of its fore-aft adjustment range.

CAUTION

When installing a child restraint system, prevent the head restraint from touching the child restraint system by removing it or adjusting its height.

When installing a child restraint system, prevent the front seats from touching the child restraint system. If the driver’s seat touches the child restraint system, install the child restraint system in the rear seat of the passenger’s side.

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Definition of characters to be inserted in the table above:

IUF- Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraints systems of universal category approved for use in the mass group.

IL- Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems given in the following list (MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine parts).

X- ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group.

IL (Genuine part information)

Genuine part No. ECE No.

MZ314393 (Child restraint system),

MZ314394 (ISOFIX base)

E1-04301146

MZ314509 (Child restraint system)#2,

MZ314394 (ISOFIX base)

E1-04301146

MZ313045 E1-04301133

: To be available in 2012

NOTE

MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to changes without any prior announcement. For further information, please contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

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Suitability for various seating positions

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Mass group

Seating position

Front passenger

Rear (Left side/Right side)

Activated airbag

Deactivated air-

bag

0 - Up to 10 kg

(0-9 months)

X X X

0+ - Up to 13 kg

(0-2 years)

L*1, L*

U, L*1, L*

I -9 to 18 kg

(9 months-4 years)

L*3, L*

U, L*3, L*

II & III -15 to 36 kg

(4-12 years)

U, L*

: With front passenger’s airbag deactivated by means of front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch

CAUTION

When installing a child restraint system, prevent the head restraint from touching the child restraint system by removing it or adjusting its height.

Definition of characters to be inserted in the table above:

U- Suitable for “universal” category restraints approved for use in this mass group.

L- Suitable for particular child restraints in the following list (MITSUBISHI MOTORS genuine parts).

X- Seat position not suitable for children in this mass group.

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L (Genuine part information)

Genuine part No. ECE No.

MZ314393 E1-04301146

MZ314509

E1-04301146

MZ313045 E1-04301133

MZ314451 E1-04301203

MZ314250 E1-04301169

: To be available in 2012

NOTE

There is no applicable MITSUBISHI MOTORS Genuine Parts to the Mass Group “0-Up to 10 kg”.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS Europe B.V. reserves the right to changes without any prior announcement. For further information, please contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

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Installing a child restraint system to the lower anchorage (ISOFIX child restraint mountings) and tether anchorage

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Lower anchorage location

Your vehicle’s rear seat is fitted with lower anchorages for attaching a child restraint system with ISOFIX mountings.

Tether anchorage locations

There are 2 child restraint anchorage points located on the luggage compartment floor. These are for securing a child restraint system tether strap to each of the 2 rear seating positions in your vehicle.

TOP TETHER

WARNING

Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

Child restraint system with ISOFIX mountings

The child restraint system is designed only for seats that incorporate lower anchorages. Retain the child restraint system using the lower anchorages.

It is not necessary to retain the child restraint system using the vehicle’s seat belts.

A- Child restraint system connectors

To install

1. Remove any foreign material in or around the connectors and ensure the vehicle seat belt is in its normal storage position.

2. Open the gap a little between the seat cushion (A) and the seatback (B) with your hand to locate the lower anchorages (C).

3. Push the child restraint system’s connectors (D) into the lower anchorages (C) in accordance with the instructions provided by the child restraint system’s manufacturer.

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A- Vehicle seat cushion B- Vehicle seatback C- Lower anchorage D- Connector

If your child restraint system requires the use of a tether strap, fasten the tether strap in accordance with steps 3 through 4.

4. Remove the head restraint from the location in which you wish to install a child restraint.

5. Open the tether anchorage cover (E), and then latch the tether strap hook (F) of the child restraint system to the tether anchorage bracket (G) and tighten the top tether strap hook so it is securely fastened.

6. Push and pull the child restraint system in all directions to be sure it is firmly secured.

To remove

Remove the child restraint system in accordance with the instructions provided by the child restraint system’s manufacturer.

Installing a child restraint system to a 3-point type seat belt (with emergency locking mechanism)

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3-point type seat belt location

The child restraint system can be fitted by using the 3-point type seat belt at the seating position illustrated below.

Installation:

1. Fasten the seat belt to secure the child restraint system. Make sure you hear a “click” when you insert the latch plate in the buckle.

2. Use the locking clip to completely eliminate any slackness.

3. Push and pull the child restraint in all directions to be sure it is secure.

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WARNING

For some types of child restraint, the locking clip (A) should be used to help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden manoeuvre. It must be fitted and used in accordance with the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. The locking clip must be removed when the child restraint is removed.

Seat belt inspection

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Check the belts for cuts, worn or frayed webbing and for cracked or deformed metallic parts. Replace the belt assembly if it is defective.

A dirty belt should be cleaned with neutral detergent in warm water. After rinsing in water, let it dry in the shade. Do not attempt to bleach or re-dye the belts because this will affect their characteristics.

WARNING

We recommend you to have all seat belt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware inspected after any collision. We recommend that seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly.

Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of the seat belt assemblies; we recommend you to have this work done by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. Incorrect repair or replacement could reduce the effectiveness of the belts and could result in serious injury in the event of a collision.

Once the pretensioner has been activated, it cannot be re-used. It must be replaced together with the retractor.

Supplemental restraint system

(SRS) - airbag

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The information for SRS airbags includes important information concerning the driver’s and front passenger’s airbags, the side airbags and the curtain airbags. The SRS driver and front passenger airbags are designed to supplement the primary protection of the driver and front passenger side seat belt systems by providing those occupants with protection against head and chest injuries in certain moderate-to-severe frontal collisions.

The SRS side airbags are designed to supplement properly worn seat belts and provide the driver and front passenger with protection against chest, abdomen and hip injuries in certain moderate-to-severe side impact collisions.

The SRS curtain airbags are designed to supplement properly worn seat belts and provide the driver and passenger with protection against head injuries in certain moderate-to-severe side impact collisions.

The SRS is NOT a substitute for the seat belts. To ensure the maximum protection during all types of collisions and accidents, all occupants, including the passengers as well as the driver, must wear their seat belts.

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How the Supplemental Restraint System works

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The SRS includes the following components:

1- Airbag module (Driver) 2- Airbag module (Passenger) 3- Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp

4- Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch

5- Side airbag modules 6- Curtain airbag modules

The airbags will operate only when the electric motor switch is in the “ON” or “START” position. The airbags deployment produces a sudden, loud noise, and releases some smoke and powder, but these conditions are not injurious, and do not indicate a fire in the vehicle. People with respiratory problems may feel some temporary irritation from chemicals used to produce the deployment; open the windows after airbag deployment, if safe to do so. The airbags deflate very rapidly after deployment, so there is little danger of obscured vision.

CAUTION

Airbags inflate at an extremely rapid speed. In certain situations, contact with inflating airbags can result in abrasions, light cuts, bruises, and the like.

WARNING

IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO BE PROPERLY SEATED. A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during airbag deployment can be killed or seriously injured. Airbags inflate very fast, and with great force. If the driver and front passenger are not properly seated and restrained, the airbags may not protect you properly, and could cause serious or fatal injuries when it inflates.

Do not sit on the edge of the seat, or lean head or chest close to the steering wheel or instrument panel. Do not put feet or legs on or against the instrument panel.

Place all infants and small children in the rear seat and properly restrained using an appropriate child restraint system. The rear seat is the safest place for infants and children.

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WARNING

Infants and small children should never be unrestrained, stand up against the instrument panel or be held in your arms or on your lap. They could be seriously injured or killed in a collision, including when the airbag inflates. They should be properly seated in the rear seat in an appropriate child restraint system. See the “Child restraint” section of this owner’s manual.

Use rearward facing child restraints in the rear seat or turn off the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch. (Refer to “To turn an airbag off” on page 3-23)

Front passenger’s airbag ON

WARNING

A FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT should be used in the rear seat whenever possible; if they must be used in the front passenger seat, turn off the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch. Failure to do so could kill or cause serious injuries to the child.

WARNING

Older children should be seated in the rear seat, properly wearing the seat belt, with an appropriate booster seat if needed.

Caution for installing the child restraint on vehicles with a front passenger airbag

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The label shown here is attached on vehicles with a front passenger airbag.

WARNING

Extreme Hazard! Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an airbag in front of it!

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Front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch

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The front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch can be used to disable the front passenger’s airbag. If you have a child restraint system that cannot be fitted to any seat other than the front passenger seat, be sure to turn OFF the front passenger’s airbag ONOFF switch before using it. (Refer to “To turn an airbag off” on page 3-23) The front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch is located as shown in the illustration.

Front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp

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The front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp is located as shown in the illustration.

The indication lamp normally comes on when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off a few seconds later. When the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch is turned OFF, the indication lamp will stay on to show that the front passenger’s airbag is not operational. When the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch is turned ON, the indication lamp goes off to show that the front passenger’s airbag is operational.

WARNING

Do not fit any accessory that makes the indication lamp impossible to see, and do not cover the indication lamp with a sticker. You would not be able to verify the status of the passenger airbag system.

To turn an airbag off

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WARNING

To reduce risk of serious or fatal injury:

• Always remove the key from the electric motor switch before operating the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch. Failure to do so could adversely affect the airbag performance.

• Wait at least 60 seconds to operate the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch after turning the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position. The SRS airbag system is designed to retain enough voltage to deploy the airbag.

• Always remove the key from the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch after operating that switch. Failure to do so could lead to improper position of the front passenger’s airbag ONOFF switch.

• Do not turn OFF the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch except when a child restraint system is fitted to the front passenger seat.

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WARNING

• Turn ON the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch immediately after removing a child restraint system from the front passenger seat.

• If the indication lamp does not come on when the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch is turned OFF, do not fit a child restraint system to the front passenger seat. We recommend you to have the system inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

• If the indication lamp remains on when the front passenger’s airbag ONOFF switch is turned ON, do not allow anyone to sit on the front passenger seat. We recommend you to have the system inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

To turn an airbag off, follow these steps:

1. Insert the key into the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch, and turn it to the “OFF” position.

2. Remove the key from the key opening of the front passenger’s airbag ON-OFF switch.

3. Insert the key into the electric motor switch, and turn the electric motor switch to the “ON” position. The front passenger’s airbag OFF indication lamp will stay on.

The front passenger’s airbag is now deactivated and will not deploy until switched on again.

Driver’s and front passenger’s airbag system

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The driver’s airbag is located under the padded cover in the middle of the steering wheel. The front passenger’s airbag is contained in the instrument panel above the glove box.

The driver’s airbag and the front passenger’s airbag are designed to inflate at the same time even if the passenger seat is not occupied.

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Deployment of front airbags

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The front airbags ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when…

The front airbags are designed to deploy when the vehicle suffers a moderate to severe frontal impact. A typical condition is shown in the illustration.

1- Head-on collision with a solid wall at a

speed of approximately 25 km/h (16 mph) or higher

2- Moderate-to-severe frontal impact within the

shaded area between the arrows

The front airbags will deploy if the severity of the impact is above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approximately 25 km/h (16 mph) collision when impacting straight into a solid wall that does not move or deform. If the severity of the impact is below the above threshold level, the front airbags may not deploy. However, this threshold speed will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object that absorbs the impact by either deforming or moving (for example, another stationary vehicle, pole or a guard rail).

Because frontal collisions can easily move you out of position, it is important to always properly wear your seat belts. Your seat belts will help keep you a safe distance from the steering wheel and instrument panel during the initial stages of airbag deployment. The initial stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful one, and can possibly cause serious or fatal injuries. Moreover, the seat belts in your vehicle are your primary means of protection in a collision. The airbags are designed to provide additional protection. Therefore, for your safety and the safety of all occupants, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

The front airbags MAY NOT DEPLOY when…

With certain types of frontal collisions, the vehicle’s body structure is designed to absorb the shock to help protect the occupants from harm. (The vehicle body’s front area may deform significantly as it absorbs the impact.) Under such circumstances, the front airbags may not deploy irrespective of the deformation and damage to the vehicle body.

Examples of some typical conditions are shown in the illustration.

1- Collision with a utility pole, tree or other nar-

row objects. 2- Vehicle slides under the rear body of a truck 3- Oblique frontal impacts

Because the front airbags do not protect the occupant in all types of frontal collisions, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

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The front airbags ARE NOT DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when…

The front airbags are not designed to deploy in conditions where they cannot typically provide protection to the occupant. Such conditions are shown in the illustration.

1- Rear end collisions 2- Side collisions 3- Vehicle rolls onto its side or roof

Because the front airbags do not protect the occupant in all types of collisions, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

The front airbags MAY DEPLOY when…

The front airbags may deploy if the bottom of the vehicle suffers a moderate-to-severe impact (undercarriage damage).

Examples of some typical conditions are shown in the illustration.

1- Collision with an elevated median/island or

kerb 2- Vehicle travels over a deep hole/pothole 3- Vehicle drives down a steep slope and hits

the ground

Because the front airbags may deploy in certain types of unexpected impacts as shown in the illustration that can easily move you out of position, it is important to always properly wear your seat belts. Your seat belts will help keep you a safe distance from the steering wheel and instrument panel during the initial stages of airbag deployment. The initial stage of airbag inflation is the most forceful one and can possibly cause serious or fatal injuries if you contact it at this stage.

WARNING

Do not attach anything to the steering wheel’s padded cover, such as badges or accessories. It might strike and injure an occupant if the airbag inflates.

Do not set anything on, or attach anything to, the instrument panel above the glove box. It might strike and injure an occupant if the airbag inflates.

WARNING

Do not attach accessories to, or put them in front of, the windscreen. These objects could restrict the airbag inflation, or strike and injure an occupant if the airbags inflate.

Do not put packages, pets or other objects between the airbags and the driver or front passenger. It could affect airbag performance, or could cause injury when the airbag inflates.

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WARNING

Right after the airbag inflation, several airbag system components will be hot. Do not touch these components. There is a danger of being burnt.

The airbag system is designed to work only once. Once the airbags have deployed, they will not work again. They must promptly be replaced, and we recommend you to have the entire airbag system inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

Side airbag system

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The side airbags (A) are contained in the driver and front passenger seatbacks. The side airbag is designed to inflate only on the side of the vehicle that is impacted, even with no passenger in the front seat.

The label shown here is attached to the seatbacks with a side airbag.

Curtain airbag system

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The curtain airbags are contained in the front pillars and roof side rail. The curtain airbag is designed to inflate only on the side of the vehicle that is impacted, even with no passenger in the front seat or rear seat.

Deployment of side airbags and curtain airbags

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The side airbags and curtain airbags ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when…

The side airbags and curtain airbags are designed to deploy when the vehicle suffers a moderate-tosevere side impact to the middle of the passenger compartment. The typical condition is shown in the illustration.

The seat belts in your vehicle are your primary means of protection in a collision. The side airbags and curtain airbags are designed to provide additional protection. Therefore, for your safety and the safety of all occupants, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

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The side airbags and curtain airbags MAY NOT DEPLOY when…

With certain types of side collisions, the vehicle’s body structure is designed to absorb the shock to help protect the occupants from harm. (The vehicle body’s side area may deform significantly as it absorbs the impact.) Under such circumstances, the side airbags and curtain airbags may not deploy irrespective of the deformation and damage to the vehicle body. Examples of some typical conditions are shown in the illustration.

1- Side impacts in an area away from the passen-

ger compartment

2- Motorcycle or other similar small vehicle col-

lides with the side of vehicle

3- Collision with a utility pole, tree or other nar-

row object

4- Oblique side impacts 5- Vehicle rolls onto its side or roof

Because the side airbags and curtain airbags do not protect the occupant in all types of side collisions, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

The side airbags and curtain airbags ARE NOT DESIGNED TO DEPLOY when…

The side airbags and curtain airbags are not designed to deploy in conditions where they cannot usually provide protection to the occupant. Typical conditions are shown in the illustration.

1- Head-on collisions 2- Rear end collisions

Because the side airbags and curtain airbags do not protect the occupant in all types of collisions, be sure to always properly wear your seat belts.

WARNING

The side airbags and curtain airbags are designed to supplement the driver and passenger seat belts in certain side impacts. Seat belts should always be worn properly, and the driver and passenger should sit well back and upright without leaning against the window or door.

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WARNING

The side airbags and curtain airbags inflate with great force. The driver and passenger should not put their arms out the window, and should not lean against the door, in order to reduce risk of serious or possible fatal injury from the deploying side airbags and curtain airbags.

WARNING

Do not allow any rear seat occupant to hold onto the seatback of either front seat, in order to reduce risk of injury from the deploying side airbags. Special care should be taken with children.

Do not place any objects near or in front of the seatback of either front seat. They could interfere with proper side airbag inflation, and also could cause injury if thrown free by side airbag deployment.

WARNING

Do not place stickers, labels or additional trim on the seatback of either front seat. They could interfere with proper side airbag inflation.

Do not install seat covers on seats with side airbags. Do not re-cover seats that have side airbags. This could interfere with proper side airbag inflation.

Do not attach a microphone (A) or any other device or object around the part where the curtain airbags (B) activate such as on the windscreen, side door glass, front and rear pillars and roof side or assist grips. When the curtain airbags inflate, the microphone or other device or object will be hurled with great force or the curtain airbags may not activate correctly, resulting in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Never install a rearward facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. A forward facing child restraint should be used in the rear seat whenever possible. If a forward facing child restraint must be used in the front passenger seat, adjust the seat to the most rearward position, and ensure that the child stays in the child restraint and away from the door.

Do not allow the child to lean against or close to the door even if the child is seated in a child restraint system. The child’s head should also not be leaned against or be close to the area where the side airbags and curtain airbags are located. It is dangerous if the side airbags and curtain airbags inflate. Failure to follow all of these instructions could lead to serious or fatal injury to the child.

We recommend work around and on the side airbags and curtain airbags system to be done by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

SRS warning lamp

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There is a Supplemental Restraint System (“SRS”) warning lamp on the instrument panel. The system checks itself and the lamp tells you if there is a problem. When the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” or “START” position, the warning lamp should illuminate for several seconds and then should go out. This means the system is ready.

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If an SRS airbag or pretensioner seat belt is not operating properly, the warning lamp comes on and stays on. The SRS warning lamp is shared by the SRS airbag and the seat belt pretensioner system.

WARNING

If any of the following conditions occur, the SRS and/or seat belt pretensioners are not working properly, and we recommend you to have it inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point immediately.

• The SRS warning lamp does not illuminate when the electric motor switch is turned “ON”.

• The SRS warning lamp does not go out after several seconds.

• The SRS warning lamp illuminates while driving.

SRS servicing

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WARNING

We recommend any maintenance performed on or near the components of the SRS to be performed by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. Improper work on the SRS components or wiring could result in inadvertent deployment of the airbags, or could render the SRS inoperative; either situation could result in serious injury.

Do not modify your steering wheel, seat belt retractor or any other SRS components. For example, replacement of the steering wheel, or modifications to the front bumper or body structure can adversely affect SRS performance and lead to possible injury.

If your vehicle has sustained any damage, we recommend you to have the SRS inspected to ensure it is in proper working order.

Do not modify your front seats, centre pillar and centre console. It can adversely affect SRS performance and lead to possible injury. If you found any tear, scratch, crack or damage to the seat fabric near the side airbag, the portion of the front and rear pillars and roof side rail, you should have the SRS inspected by a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

NOTE

When you transfer ownership of the vehicle to some other person, we urge you to alert the new owner that it is equipped with the SRS and refer the new owner to the applicable section in this owner’s manual.

If your vehicle has to be scrapped, do this in line with local legislation and contact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point to safely dismantle the airbag system.

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Instruments...................................................................................4-02

Indication and warning lamps.......................................................4-08

Indication lamps...........................................................................4-09

Warning lamps..............................................................................4-09

Combination headlamps and dipper switch..................................4-11

Headlamp levelling switch...........................................................4-13

Turn-signal lever...........................................................................4-14

Hazard warning flasher switch.....................................................4-15

Fog lamp switch............................................................................4-15

Wiper and washer switch..............................................................4-16

Rear window demister switch.......................................................4-18

Horn switch...................................................................................4-19

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Instruments

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1- Energy level gauge 2- Energy usage indicator 3- Odometer/Tripmeter/Meter illumination con-

trol/Service reminder/Cruising range indica-

tor 4- Speedometer (km/h or MPH) 5- Reset button/Daytime dipper button/Selector

button

Speedometer

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When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position, the speedometer indicates the vehicle speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) (Type 1) or miles per hour (MPH) (Type 2).

Type 1

Type 2

NOTE

The display setting can be changed to the preferred units (km or miles) (Type 2). Refer to “Changing the display unit*” on page 4-02.

Changing the display unit*

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It is possible to select the speedometer’s display unit.

1. Press the reset button (A) to display the odometer (B). (Refer to “To change the display” on page 4-03.)

2. Keep the reset button pressed for two seconds or longer to change the display unit from MPH to km/h or from km/h to MPH.

NOTE

Once the display unit has changed, keeping the reset button pressed will not cause the display unit to change again.

The display unit for the cruising range will change to match the selected speedometer display unit.

Speedometer Cruising range

MPH Miles km/h km

NOTE

Even if speedometer display unit is changed, the display units for the odometer, tripmeter, and service reminder do not change.

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Energy usage indicator

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The consumption power of the electric motor unit and the air conditioning, and charged power of electric energy generated from the regenerative brake are indicated. When the ready indicator illuminates, the indicating needle moves to the standard position (A) and moves to the left or right according to the use conditions of the vehicle.

[When the indicating needle moves to the right of the standard position] Indicates consumption power of the electric motor unit and the air conditioning. The more the needle moves to the right, the more electrical power is being consumed.

[When the indicating needle moves to the left of the standard position] Indicates charged power of electric energy generated from regenerative braking. The more the needle moves to the left, the more electric energy is charged.

Odometer/Tripmeter/Meter illumination control/Service reminder/Cruising range indicator

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With the electric motor switch in the “ON” position, the odometer, tripmeter, meter illumination control, service reminder and cruising range indicator are displayed.

To change the display

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The display is changed every time the reset button (A) is pressed lightly (less than 1 second).

1- Odometer 2-

Tripmeter

Tripmeter 4- Meter illumination control 5- Service reminder (Drive distance remaining

until next inspection) 6- Service reminder (Number of months remain-

ing until next inspection) 7- Cruising range indicator

NOTE

The cruising range indicator is indicated

when the electric motor switch is in the

“ON” position.

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If there is no operation for about 10 seconds when the meter illumination control or service reminder is shown, the display returns to the odometer.

Odometer

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The odometer indicates the total distance the vehicle has travelled.

NOTE

Even if the electric motor switch is turned to “ACC” or “LOCK”, the odometer will be displayed for about 30 seconds after the reset button is pressed.

Tripmeter

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The tripmeter indicates the distance travelled during a particular trip or period.

There are two tripmeter displays: Tripmeter and . Tripmeter can be used to measure the distance

travelled since the current trip began. At the same time, Tripmeter can be used to measure the dis-

tance from an intermediate location.

NOTE

Even if the electric motor switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the tripmeter will be displayed for about 30 seconds after the reset button is pressed.

To reset the tripmeter

To return the display to “0”, press the reset button (A) for more than 2 seconds. Only the currently displayed value will be reset.

NOTE

If the auxiliary battery terminal is removed, the memories for the tripmeter and

displays are erased and the displays return to

Service reminder

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The service reminder shows the driving distance (1) or number of months (2) remaining until the next 12-monthly (20,000 km / 12,500 miles) inspection. When the next inspection is nearly due, the display shows “-----”. At this time, a spanner mark (3) is shown for a few seconds whenever the electric motor switch is turned from the “LOCK” position or the “ACC” position to the “ON” position.

NOTE

Even if the electric motor switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, the service reminder will be displayed for about 30 seconds after the reset button is pressed.

Driving distance

Number of months

1. The display shows the driving distance or number of months remaining until the next inspection.

2. When the next inspection is nearly due, the display shows “-----”. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point. At this time, a spanner mark is shown for a few seconds whenever the electric motor

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switch is turned from the “LOCK” position or the “ACC” position to the “ON” position.

3. When the vehicle is inspected at a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point, the driving distance or number of months remaining until the next inspection will be shown.

NOTE

The indicated distance decreases in steps of 100 km (62 miles). The indicated number of months decreases in steps of one month.

It is possible to change the settings for the service reminder. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

Resetting the service reminder

With the electric motor switch in the “LOCK” position or the “ACC” position, it is possible to reset the spanner mark (A) and “------” indication (B).

When they have been reset, the driving distance or number of months remaining until the next inspection are shown and the spanner mark (A) is no longer shown every time the electric motor switch is turned from the “LOCK” position or the “ACC” position to the “ON” position.

1. Push the reset button (D) to view the driving distance or number of months remaining until the next inspection.

2. Give the reset button (D) a long push (at least two seconds) to make the spanner mark (A) start flashing. (If you do not touch the reset button for 10 seconds while the spanner mark is flashing, the display will revert to its original indication.)

3. Give the reset button (D) a gentle push while the spanner mark is flashing. The “------” indication (B) will change to “cLEAr” (C).

4. The driving distance or number of months remaining until the next inspection will be shown.

CAUTION

Daily and periodic inspections and maintenance are your responsibility. Be sure to perform them to help prevent accidents and breakdowns.

NOTE

It is not possible to reset the “------” indication (B) with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position.

When a certain distance has been driven and a certain period has elapsed after appearance of the “------” indication (B), the indication is automatically reset and the number of months until the next periodic inspection is shown.

If you accidentally reset the display, consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

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Daytime dipper button (meter illumination control)

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Each time you press the daytime dipper button (2), the brightness of the instruments changes.

Bright Dim

1- Brightness display 2- Daytime dipper button

NOTE

You can adjust to 4 different levels for when the tail lamps are illuminated and 4 for when they are not.

When the lamp switch is in the “AUTO” position, the meter illumination switches automatically to the adjusted brightness, depending on the brightness outside the vehicle.

The brightness level of the instruments is stored when the electric motor switch is turned off.

If you press and hold the button for longer than about 1 second, the brightness automatically scrolls through its different levels, and stops scrolling when you release the button. Select your desired level of brightness.

Cruising range indicator

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This displays the approximate cruising range (how many more kilometres or miles you can drive). When the cruising range becomes short, the indication changes to “---”.

NOTE

The cruising range is displayed based on the past drive data. It may vary depending on the driving condition (road condition, driving situation, etc.) and air conditioning operation status. For example, the cruising range can be shortened by driving on congested roads, by driving uphill, by repeated hard acceleration, and by use of the air conditioner and heater. When the auxiliary battery terminal is disconnected, the power consumption data of the traction battery in the past is deleted. A different value from before may be displayed. Be sure to use the display only for reference.

When the traction battery is charged, the cruising range is updated. If the charge level is low, the correct value is not displayed.

On vehicles with speedometer of Type 2, the display setting can be changed to the preferred units (km or miles). Refer to “Changing the display unit*” on page 4-02.

Energy level gauge

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The energy level gauge indicates the remaining power in the traction battery during charging or when the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.

F- Battery is fully powered. E- Charge the battery.

NOTE

The charging indicator is also illuminated during charging. Refer to “Charging indicator” on page 4-09.

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Low energy warning indicator

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When the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position and the remaining bar of the energy level gauge shows 2 bars or less, the warning indicator (A) and the graduation (B) flash as follows:

When the energy level gauge shows 2 bars: The warning indicator flashes. When the energy level gauge shows 1 bar: The warning indicator and the graduation flash alternately.

Recharge the traction battery as soon as possible.

NOTE

If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars during use of the air conditioning (cooling or heating), the air conditioning stops operation and the mode is changed to fan only.

If the energy level gauge shows 0 bars, the power down warning lamp is illuminated to control the output.

If the energy level gauge shows 2 bars while the traction battery is being charged, the warning indicator flashes. If the energy level gauge shows 1 bar while the traction battery is being charged, the warning indicator and the graduation flash alternately.

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Indication and warning lamps

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Type 1

Type 2

Low energy warning indicator ® p. 4-07

Selector lever position indicator ® p. 5-10

High-beam indication lamp ® p. 4-09

Turn-signal indication lamps/Hazard warning indication lamps ® p. 4-09

Position lamp indication lamp ® p. 4-09

Front fog lamp indication lamp* ® p. 4-09

Service reminder ® p. 4-04

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt warning lamp ® p. 3-09

Supplement Restraint System (SRS) warning lamp ® p. 3-29

10-

Rear fog lamp indication lamp ® p. 4-09

11-

Ready indicator ® p. 4-09

12-

Auxiliary battery charge warning lamp ® p. 4-10

13-

Electric power steering system (EPS) warning lamp ® p. 5-15

14-

Electric motor unit warning lamp ® p. 4-11

15-

Brake warning lamp ® p. 4-09

16-

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp ® p. 5-14

17-

Power down warning lamp ® p. 4-11

18-

Active stability control (ASC) indication lamp ® p. 5-18

19-

Active stability control (ASC) OFF indication lamp ® p. 5-18

20-

Charging indicator ® p. 4-09

21-

Door ajar warning lamp ® p. 4-10

22-

Rear passenger’s seat belt warning lamps ® p. 3-10

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Indication lamps

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Turn-signal indication lamps/ Hazard warning indication lamps

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These indication lamps blink on and off when a turn-signal lamp is operating.

NOTE

If the blinking is too fast, the cause may be a blown lamp bulb or a faulty turn-signal connection.

When the hazard warning lamp switch is pressed, all turn-signal lamps will flash on and off continuously.

High-beam indication lamp

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This indication lamp illuminates when the high-beam is used.

Front fog lamp indication lamp*

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This indication lamp illuminates while the front fog lamps are on.

Rear fog lamp indication lamp

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This indication lamp illuminates while the rear fog lamp is on.

Position lamp indication lamp

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This lamp illuminates with the lamp switch at “ ” or “ ” position

Ready indicator

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This indicator illuminates when the electric motor switch is turned to “START” and driving becomes possible.

Charging indicator

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This indicator flashes when the regular charging cable or quick charging cable is connected. After that, the lamp switches to being illuminated when charging starts and goes out when charging is completed.

Warning lamps

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Brake warning lamp (brake warning buzzer)

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This lamp illuminates when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, and goes off after a few seconds. Always make sure that the lamp goes off before driving. With the electric motor switch in the “ON” position, the brake warning lamp illuminates under the following conditions:

When the parking brake lever has been engaged.

When the brake fluid level in the reservoir falls to a low level.

When there is a fault in the brake vacuum pressure system.

When the brake force distribution function is not operating correctly.

Brake warning buzzer

When the brake vacuum pressure is insufficient, a buzzer will sound to alert the driver that braking performance may decrease. If this buzzer should continue to sound, park your vehicle in a safe place and we recommend you to have it checked.

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NOTE

Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the brake warning lamp and brake warning buzzer. It is normal if the lamp goes out and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.

CAUTION

In the situations listed below, brake performance may be compromised or the vehicle may become unstable if brakes are applied suddenly; consequently, avoid driving at high speeds or applying the brakes suddenly. Furthermore, the vehicle should be brought to a stop in a safe location and to have it checked.

• The brake warning lamp does not illuminate when the parking brake is applied or does not turn off when the parking brake is released.

• The brake warning lamp remains illuminated during driving.

• The brake warning lamp and ABS warning lamp are both illuminated at the same time. Refer to “ABS warning lamp” on page 5-14.

• The brake warning buzzer will not stop sounding.

CAUTION

The vehicle should be brought to a halt in the following manner when brake performance has deteriorated.

• Depress the brake pedal harder than usual. Even if the brake pedal moves down to the very end of its possible stroke, keep it pressed down hard.

• Should the brakes fail, use regenerative braking to reduce your speed and carefully pull the parking brake lever. Depress the brake pedal to operate the stop lamp to alert the vehicles behind you.

NOTE

Operation sounds of the brake electric vacuum pump may be heard from the electric motor unit room just after the electric motor switch has been turned “ON” or when the brake pedal is depressed. This occurs when the brake electric vacuum pump is operating normally and does not indicate faulty operation.

Auxiliary battery charge warning lamp

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This warning lamp will illuminate when there is a fault with the charging system of the auxiliary battery. Normally, when the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, this warning lamp will illuminate. When the electric motor unit is started, the lamp goes out.

CAUTION

If it illuminates while the ready indicator is illuminated, there is a problem in the charging system. In this case, immediately park your vehicle in a safe place and we recommend you to have it checked.

Door ajar warning lamp

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This lamp illuminates when either of the doors (also, the tailgate) is not completely closed. If the vehicle speed exceeds about 8 km/h (5 mph) with a door ajar, the warning lamp will flash 16 times and, at the same time, the buzzer will sound 16 times to notify the driver that a door is ajar.

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CAUTION

Before moving your vehicle, check that the warning lamp is OFF.

NOTE

The flashing of the warning lamp and the buzzer can be disabled. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

When the driver’s door is open, the door ajar warning buzzer does not sound because the electric motor reminder or selector lever reminder sounds.

Electric motor unit warning lamp

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This warning lamp will illuminate when there is a fault at the high voltage area. Refer to “Service precautions” on page 8-06.

CAUTION

If the lamp illuminates while driving, immediately park your vehicle in a safe place and we recommend you to have it checked.

Power down warning lamp

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This warning lamp illuminates at the following cases, and activation of the safety mechanism will limit output.

When the energy level gauge shows 0 bars

When the traction battery capacity is not sufficient, the voltage is low or the temperature of the motor (electric motor unit) or traction battery is high or low

NOTE

When the power down warning lamp illuminates, avoid sudden acceleration and sudden starting. When the remaining power in the traction battery is low, recharge the traction battery as soon as possible.

Illumination of the power down warning lamp does not indicate a malfunction.

Combination headlamps and

dipper switch

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Headlamps

NOTE

Do not leave the lamps on for a long time while the ready indicator is not illuminated. A run-down auxiliary battery could result.

When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy, but this does not indicate a functional problem. When the lamp is switched on, the heat will remove the fog. However, if water gathers inside the lamp, we recommend you to have it checked.

Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps.

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OFF All lamps off

AUTO

With the electric motor switch in the “ON” position, headlamps, position, tail, licence plate, and instrument panel lamps turn on and off automatically in accordance with outside light level. All lamps turn off automatically when the electric motor switch is turned to the “OFF” position.

Position, tail, licence plate and instrument panel lamps on

Headlamps and other lamps go on

NOTE

The sensitivity of the automatic on/off control can be adjusted. For further information, please contact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

When the headlamps are turned off by the automatic on/off control with the electric motor switch in the “ON” position, the front fog lamps (if so equipped) and rear fog lamps also go off. When the headlamps are subsequently turned back on by the automatic on/ off control, the front fog lamps also come on but the rear fog lamp stays off. If you wish to turn the rear fog lamp back on, operate the switch again.

Do not place anything on the automatic light sensor (A), and do not clean with a glass cleaner.

If the lamps do not turn on or off with the switch in the “AUTO” position, manually operate the switch and we recommend you to have your vehicle checked.

Lamps (headlamps, fog lamp, etc.) auto-cutout function

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If the key is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the electric motor switch, and without opening the driver’s door for 3 minutes while the lamp

switch in the “ ” position, the lamps will turn off automatically.

If the key is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the electric motor switch and the driver’s door is opened within 3 minutes while the lamp switch is in

the “ ” position, a buzzer will sound to warn the driver that the lamps have not been turned off, and these lamps will automatically turn off.

NOTE

The lamp auto-cutout will not function when the lamp switch is in the “ ” position.

When the key has been turned to either the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the electric motor switch with the lamp

switch in the “ ” position, and the lamp switch is returned to the “OFF” position within approximately 3 minutes, the auto-cutout function will not be activated.

When you want to keep the lamps on

1. Turn the lamp switch in the “OFF” position while the key is in the “LOCK” position.

2. Turn on the lamps with the switch in the “ ” or “ ” position again, then the

lamps will remain on.

NOTE

It is possible to disable the lamp auto-cutout function. For further information, we recommend you to consult MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

Lamp monitor buzzer

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If the driver’s door is opened when the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position or removed from the electric motor switch while the lamps are on, a buzzer will sound to remind the driver to turn off the lamps. When the lamp auto-cutout function acts, the buzzer will stop automatically.

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Daytime running lamp*

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The daytime running lamps come on when the ready indicator illuminates and the lamp switch is in the “OFF” or “AUTO” position and the tail lamps are off.

Dipper (High/Low beam change)

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When the lamp switch is in the “ ” position, the beam changes from high to low (or low to high) each time the lever is pulled fully (1). While the highbeam is on, the high-beam indication lamp in the instrument cluster will also illuminate.

Headlamp flasher

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The high-beams flash when the lever is pulled slightly (2), and will go off when it is released. When the high-beam is on, the high-beam indication lamp in the instrument cluster will illuminate.

NOTE

The high-beams can also flash when the lamp switch is OFF.

If you turn the lamps off with the headlamps set to high-beam, the headlamps are automatically returned to their low-beam setting when the lamp switch is next turned to the

“ ” position.

Headlamp levelling switch

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The angle of the headlamp beam varies depending on the load carried by the vehicle. The headlamp levelling switch can be used to adjust the headlamp illumination distance (when the lower beam is illuminated) so that the headlamps’ glare does not distract other drivers. Set the switch according to the following table.

CAUTION

Always perform adjustments before driving. Do not attempt to adjust while driving, as it could cause an accident.

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NOTE

When adjusting the beam position, first put the dial in the “0” position (the highest beam position).

Vehi-

cle

condi-

tion

Switch

posi-

tion

“0” “0” “1” “1” “2”

•: 1 person :Full luggage loading

Switch position 0- Driver only/Driver + 1 front

passenger

Switch position 1- 4 passengers (including driv-

er)/ 4 passengers (including driver) + Full luggage loading

Switch position 2- Driver + Full luggage loading

Turn-signal lever

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1- Turn-signals

When making a normal turn, use position (1). The lever will return automatically when cornering is completed.

2- Lane-change signals

When moving the lever to (2) slightly to change a lane, the turn-signal lamps and indication lamp in the instrument cluster will only flash while the lever is operated. Also, when you move the lever to (2) slightly then release it, the turn-signal lamps and indication lamp in the instrument cluster will flash 3 times.

NOTE

If the lamp flashes unusually quickly, the bulb in a turn-signal lamp may have burned out. We recommend you to have the vehicle inspected.

It is possible to activate the following functions. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

• Flashing of the turn-signal lamps when the lever is operated with the electric motor switch in the “ACC” position

• The turn-signal lamps 3-flash function for lane changes can be deactivated.

• The time required to operate the lever for the 3-flash function can be adjusted.

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Hazard warning flasher switch

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Use the hazard warning flasher switch when the vehicle has to be parked on the road for any emergency. The hazard warning flashers can always be operated, regardless of the position of the electric motor switch.

Push the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers, all turn-signal lamps flash continuously. To turn them off, push the switch again.

NOTE

If the switch is used for a long period while the ready indicator is not illuminated, the auxiliary battery could go flat and it could be impossible to start the electric motor unit.

Fog lamp switch

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Front fog lamp switch*

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The front fog lamps can be operated while the headlamps or tail lamps are on. Turn the knob in the “ON” direction to turn on the front fog lamps. An indication lamp in the instrument cluster will also come on. Turn the knob in the “OFF” direction to turn off the front fog lamps. The knob will automatically return to its original position when you release it.

NOTE

The front fog lamps are automatically turned off when the headlamps or tail lamps are turned off. To turn the front fog lamps on again, turn the knob in the “ON” direction after turning on the headlamps or tail lamps.

Do not use fog lamps except in conditions of fog, otherwise excessive lamp glare may temporarily blind oncoming vehicle drivers.

Rear fog lamp switch

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The rear fog lamp can be operated when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so equipped) turn on. An indication lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the rear fog lamp is turned on.

[Vehicle without front fog lamps] Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction to turn on the rear fog lamp. To turn the rear fog lamp off, turn the knob once in the “OFF” direction. The knob will automatically return to its original position when you release it.

[Vehicle with front fog lamps] Turn the knob once in the “ON” direction to turn on the front fog lamps. Turn the knob once more in the “ON” direction to turn on the rear fog lamp. To turn the rear fog lamp off, turn the knob once in the “OFF” direction. Turn the knob once more in the “OFF” direction to turn off the front fog lamps. The knob will automatically return to its original position when you release it.

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NOTE

The rear fog lamp is automatically turned off when the headlamps or front fog lamps (if so equipped) are turned off.

To turn the rear fog lamp on again, turn the knob once in the “ON” direction after turning on the headlamps. (Vehicle without front fog lamps)

To turn the rear fog lamp on again, turn the knob twice in the “ON” direction after turning on the headlamps. (Vehicle with front fog lamps)

Wiper and washer switch

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CAUTION

If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed against the glass may freeze, which may hinder visibility. Warm the glass with the defroster or rear window demister before using the washer.

Windscreen wipers

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The windscreen wipers can be operated with the electric motor switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position. If the blades are frozen to the windscreen or rear window, do not operate the wipers until the ice has melted and the blades are freed, otherwise the wiper motor may be damaged.

MIST- Misting function

The wipers will operate once.

OFF- Off INT- Intermittent (Speed sensitive) LO- Slow HI- Fast

To adjust intermittent intervals

With the lever in the “INT” (speed-sensitive) position, the intermittent intervals can be adjusted by turning the knob (A).

1- Fast 2- Slow

NOTE

The speed-sensitive-operation function of the windscreen wipers can be deactivated. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

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Misting function

The wipers will operate once if the wiper lever is raised to the “MIST” position and released. This operation is useful when it is drizzling, etc. The wipers will continue to operate while the lever is held in the “MIST” position.

Windscreen washer

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The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the windscreen by pulling the lever towards you. The wipers operate automatically several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.

CAUTION

If the washer is used in cold weather, the washer fluid sprayed against the glass may freeze resulting in poor visibility. Heat the glass with the defroster or demister before using the washer.

Rear window wiper and washer

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The rear window wiper and washer switch can be operated with the electric motor switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position.

INT - The wiper operates continuously

for several seconds then operates intermittently at intervals of about every 8 seconds.

OFF - Off

- The washer fluid will be sprayed onto the rear window when the knob is turned fully in either direction. The wipers operate automatically several times while the washer fluid is being sprayed.

NOTE

To ensure a clear rearward view, the wiper performs several continuous operations when the reverse gear is engaged while the switch is in the “INT” position. Following this continuous operation, the wiper will automatically switch to intermittent operation.

It is possible to activate the following functions. For further information, we recommend you to consult a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service Point.

• Adjustment of the interval for intermittent operation

• Changing intermittent wiper operation to continuous wiper operation

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Precautions to observe when using wipers and washers

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If the moving wipers become blocked by ice or other deposits on the glass, the motor may burn out even if the wiper switch is turned to OFF. If obstruction occurs, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the electric motor switch, and clean the deposits from the glass so that the wipers operate smoothly.

Do not use the wipers when the glass is dry. They may scratch the glass surface and the blades wear out prematurely.

Before using the wipers in cold weather, check that the wiper blades are not frozen onto the glass. The motor may burn out if the wipers are used with the blades frozen onto the glass.

Avoid using the washer continuously for more than 20 seconds. Do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty. Otherwise, the motor may burn out.

Periodically check the level of washer fluid in the reservoir and refill if required. During cold weather, add a recommended washer solution that will not freeze in the washer reservoir. Failure to do so could result in loss of washer function and frost damage to the system components.

Rear window demister switch

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The rear window demister switch can be operated when the ready indicator illuminates. Push the switch to turn on the rear window demister. It will be turned off automatically in about 20 minutes. To turn off the demister within about 20 minutes, push the switch again. The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the demister is on.

NOTE

Since the demister requires a significant amount of power, stop the demister as soon as the window is demisted.

If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, when the rear window demister switch is pressed, the outside rear-view mirrors are defogged or defrosted. Refer to “Heated mirror” on page 5-07.

The demister switch is not to melt snow but to clear mist. Remove snow before use of the demister switch.

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, use a soft cloth and wipe gently along the heater wires, being careful not to damage the wires.

Do not allow objects to touch the inside of the rear window glass, damaged or broken wires may result.

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Horn switch

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Press the steering wheel on or around the “ ” mark.

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Economical driving.......................................................................5-02

Driving, alcohol and drugs...........................................................5-02

Safe driving techniques................................................................5-03

Parking brake................................................................................5-03

Parking..........................................................................................5-04

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

Outside rear-view mirrors.............................................................5-05

Electric motor switch....................................................................5-07

Steering wheel lock......................................................................5-08

Starting the electric motor unit.....................................................5-08

Transmission.................................................................................5-09

Driving the vehicle.......................................................................5-11

Inspection and maintenance following rough road oper-

ation..........................................................................................5-12

Braking.........................................................................................5-12

Brake assist system.......................................................................5-13

Anti-lock brake system (ABS).....................................................5-14

Electric power steering system (EPS)..........................................5-15

Active stability control (ASC)......................................................5-16

Cargo loads...................................................................................5-19

Trailer towing...............................................................................5-20

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Economical driving

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For economical driving, there are some technical requirements that have to be met. In order to achieve longer life of the vehicle and the most economical operation, we recommend you to have the vehicle checked at regular intervals in accordance with the service standards.

Starting and acceleration

Avoid driving with the accelerator pedal is pushed way down, such as for unnecessarily sudden starts, acceleration and deceleration. Smoothly depress the accelerator pedal. Observe the speed limit and keep the speed as constant as possible while driving.

Idling

Parking for a long period with the ready indicator illuminated will shorten the cruising range.

Speed

At higher vehicle speed, more traction battery is consumed. Avoid driving at full speed. Even a slight release of the accelerator pedal will save a significant amount of traction battery.

Tyre inflation pressure

Check the tyre inflation pressures at regular intervals. Low tyre inflation pressure increases road resistance. In addition, low tyre pressures adversely affect tyre wear and driving stability.

Cargo loads

Do not drive with unnecessary articles in the luggage compartment.

Air conditioning

Too much cooling/heating can affect the cruising range, so maintain an appropriate temperature to extend the cruising range.

Driving, alcohol and drugs

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Driving after drinking alcohol is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired even with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you have been drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab or a friend, or use public transportation. Drinking coffee or taking a cold shower will not make you sober. Similarly, prescription and nonprescription drugs affect your alertness, perception and reaction time. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before driving while under the influence of any of these medications.

WARNING

NEVER DRINK AND DRIVE. Your perceptions are less accurate, your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired.

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Safe driving techniques

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Driving safety and protection against injury cannot be fully ensured. However, we recommend that you pay extra attention to the following:

Seat belts

Before starting the vehicle, make sure that you and your passengers have fastened your seat belts.

Floor mats

WARNING

Keep floor mats clear of the pedals by correctly laying floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle. To prevent the floor mats from slipping out of position, securely retain them using the hook etc. Note that laying a floor mat over a pedal or laying one floor mat on top of another can obstruct pedal operation and lead to a serious accident.

Carrying children in the vehicle

Never leave your vehicle unattended with the key and children inside the vehicle. Children may play with the driving controls and this could lead to an accident.

Make sure that infants and small children are properly restrained in accordance with the laws and regulations, and for maximum protection in case of an accident.

Prevent children from playing in the luggage compartment. It is quite dangerous to allow them to play there while the vehicle is moving.

Loading luggage

When loading luggage, be careful not to load above the height of seats. This is dangerous not only because rearward vision will be obstructed, but also the luggage may be projected into the passenger compartment under hard braking.

Parking brake

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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully apply the parking lever sufficiently to hold the vehicle.

To apply the parking brake

1- Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal,

then pull the lever up without pushing the button at the end of hand grip.

CAUTION

When you intend to apply the parking brake, firmly press the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a complete stop before pulling the parking brake lever. Pulling the parking brake lever with the vehicle moving could make the rear wheels lock up, thereby making the vehicle unstable. It could also make the parking brake malfunction.

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NOTE

Apply sufficient force to the parking brake lever to hold the vehicle stationary after the foot brake is released.

If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle stationary after the foot brake is released, have your vehicle checked immediately.

To release the parking brake

1- Firmly depress and hold the brake pedal,

then pull the lever up slightly. 2- Push the button at the end of hand grip. 3- Lower the lever fully.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the parking

brake is fully released and the brake warn-

ing lamp is off.

If a vehicle is driven without releasing the

parking brake, the brake will be overhea-

ted, resulting in ineffective braking and

possible brake failure.

CAUTION

If the brake warning lamp does not extinguish when the parking brake is fully released, the brake system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked immediately. For details, refer to “Brake warning lamp” on page 4-09.

Parking

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To park the vehicle, fully engage the parking brake, and then move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.

Parking on a hill

To prevent the vehicle from rolling, follow these procedures:

Parking on a downhill slope

Turn the front wheels towards the kerb and move the vehicle forward until the kerb side wheel gently touches the kerb. Apply the parking brake and place the selector lever into the “P” (PARK) position. If necessary, apply chocks to the wheels.

Parking on an uphill slope

Turn the front wheels away from the kerb and move the vehicle back until the kerb side wheel gently touches the kerb. Apply the parking brake and place the selector lever into the “P” (PARK) position. If necessary, apply chocks to the wheels.

NOTE

Be sure to apply the parking brake before moving the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If you move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position before applying the parking brake, it may be difficult to disengage the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position when you next drive the vehicle, requiring application of a strong force to the selector lever to move it from the “P” (PARK) position.

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Parking with the electric motor unit running

Never leave the electric motor unit running while you take a short sleep/rest.

WARNING

Leaving the electric motor unit running risks injury or death from accidentally moving the selector lever.

Do not keep the steering wheel fully turned for a long time

More effort could be required to turn the steering wheel. Refer to “Electric power steering system (EPS)” on page 5-15.

When leaving the vehicle

Always carry the key and lock all doors and the tailgate when leaving the vehicle unattended. Always try to park your vehicle in a well lit area.

Inside rear-view mirror

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Adjust the rear-view mirror only after making any seat adjustments so you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.

WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust the rear-view mirror while driving. This can be dangerous. Always adjust the mirror before driving.

Adjust the rear-view mirror to maximize the view through the rear window.

Outside rear-view mirrors

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To adjust the mirror position

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The outside rear-view mirrors can be operated when the electric motor switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.

WARNING

Do not attempt to adjust the rear-view mirrors while driving. This can be dangerous. Always adjust the mirrors before driving.

Your vehicle is equipped with convex type mirrors. Please take into consideration, that objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and farther away compared to a normal flat mirror. Do not use this mirror to estimate distance of following vehicles when changing lanes.

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1. Place the lever (A) to the same side as the mir-

ror you wish to adjust.

L- Left outside mirror adjustment R- Right outside mirror adjustment

2. Press the switch (B) to the left, right, up or

down to adjust the mirror position.

1- Up 2- Down 3- Right 4- Left

3. Return the lever (A) back to the middle posi-

tion (•).

Retracting and extending the outside mirrors

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The outside mirror can be folded in towards the side window to prevent damage when parking in narrow areas.

CAUTION

Do not drive the vehicle with the mirror folded in. The lack of rearward visibility normally provided by the mirror could lead to an accident.

With the electric motor switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position, push the mirror retractor switch to retract the mirrors. Push it again to extend the mirrors to their original positions. After turning the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position, it is possible to retract and extend the mirrors using the mirror retractor switch for about 30 seconds.

CAUTION

It is possible to retract and extend the mirrors by hand. After retracting a mirror using the mirror retractor switch, however, you should extend it by using the switch again, not by hand. If you extended the mirror by hand after retracting it using the switch, it would not properly lock in position. As a result, it could move because of the wind or vibration while you are driving, taking away your rearward visibility.

NOTE

Be careful not to get your hands trapped while a mirror is moving.

The mirrors can be retracted or extended with the keyless entry system remote control switch. Refer to “Keyless entry system” on page 2-03.

If you move a mirror by hand or it moves after hitting a person or object, you may not be able to return it to its original position using the mirror retractor switch. If this happens, push the mirror retractor switch to place the mirror in its retracted position and then push the switch again to return the mirror to its original position.

When freezing has occurred and mirrors fail to operate as intended, please refrain from repeated pushing of the retractor switch as this action can result in burn-out of the mirror motor circuits.

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Heated mirror*

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To demist or defrost the outside rear-view mirrors, press the rear window demister switch. The indication lamp (A) will illuminate while the demister is on. The heater will be turned off automatically in about 20 minutes.

NOTE

Since the demister requires a significant amount of power, stop the demister as soon as the window is demisted.

Electric motor switch

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LOCK

The steering wheel is locked. The key can only be inserted and removed in this position.

ACC

The ready indicator is not illuminated, but the audio system and other electric devices can be operated.

The electric motor unit is running, and all the vehicle’s electrical devices can be operated.

START

The electric motor unit operates. After the electric motor unit has started, release the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.

NOTE

Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer. To start the electric motor unit, the ID code which the transponder inside the key sends must match the one registered in the immobilizer computer. Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)” on page 2-02.

To remove the key

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1. Set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position.

2. Turn the key to the “LOCK” position and remove it.

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CAUTION

If the ready indicator goes out while driving, the brake servomechanism will cease to function and braking efficiency will deteriorate. Also, the power steering system may not operate, the steering wheel feels heavy when turning it.

When the ready indicator has turned off, turn the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position. Leaving the electric motor switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position and using electrical devices such as the audio system for a long time could cause the auxiliary battery to go flat and prevent the electric motor unit from being started.

Steering wheel lock

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To lock

Remove the key at the “LOCK” position. Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.

To unlock

Turn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering wheel slightly right and left.

CAUTION

Remove the key when leaving the vehicle. In some countries, it is prohibited to leave the key in the vehicle when parked.

Starting the electric motor unit

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CAUTION

Never attempt to start the electric motor unit by pushing or pulling the vehicle.

The starting procedure is as follows:

1. Insert the key in the electric motor switch and fasten the seat belt.

2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.

4. Make sure the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.

NOTE

The electric motor unit will not start unless the selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.

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5. Press the brake pedal with your right foot. Turn the electric motor switch fully, keep it in the “START” position for one to two seconds, and slowly return it to its original position. When you hear the startup sound and the ready indicator comes on, startup of the electric motor unit is complete.

NOTE

If the ready indicator does not illuminate, return the electric motor switch to the “LOCK” position once. After a while, turn it to the “START” position to start the electric motor unit.

To prevent a careless start, your vehicle is equipped with electric motor reminder. Refer to “Electric motor reminder” on page 5-09.

Electric motor reminder

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If the driver’s door is opened while the key is in the “ON” position, the electric motor reminder buzzer sounds intermittently to remind the key is in the electric motor switch.

Selector lever reminder

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If the driver’s door is opened while the selector lever is placed into the other positions from the “P” (PARK) position while the electric motor switch is on, the selector lever reminder buzzer sounds in the interval shorter than electric motor reminder buzzer.

Transmission

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Selector lever operation

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While depressing the brake pedal, move the selector lever through the gate.

Move the selector lever through the gate.

WARNING

Always depress the brake pedal when shifting the selector lever into the other position from the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position. Never put your foot on the accelerator pedal while shifting the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) or “N” (NEUTRAL) position.

NOTE

To avoid erroneous operation, move the selector lever firmly into each position and briefly hold it there. Always check the position shown by the selector lever position display after moving the selector lever.

If the brake pedal is not depressed and held, the shift-lock device activates to prevent the selector lever from being moved from the “P” (PARK) position.

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Selector lever position indicator

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When the electric motor switch is turned to the “ON” position, the position of the selector lever is indicated on the instrument cluster.

When the selector lever position indicator blinks

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When the selector lever position indicator blinks while you are driving, there could be a malfunction in the transmission system.

CAUTION

If the selector lever position indicator blinks while you are driving, it is likely that a safety device is operating because of a malfunction in the transmission system. We recommend you to have your vehicle inspected as soon as possible.

The selector lever position indicator warning function does not operate with the selector lever in the “R” (REVERSE) position.

Selector lever positions

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“P” PARK

This position locks the transmission to prevent the vehicle from moving. The electric motor unit can be started in this position.

“R” REVERSE

This position is to back up.

CAUTION

Never shift into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion to avoid transmission damage.

“N” NEUTRAL

It should only be used when the vehicle is stationary for an extended length of time during driving, such as in a traffic jam.

WARNING

Never move the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position while driving. A serious accident could occur since you could accidentally move the lever into the “P” (PARK) or “R” (REVERSE) position or you will lose regenerative braking.

On a gradient, the electric motor unit should be started in the “P” (PARK) position, not in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position.

Always keep your right foot on the brake pedal when shifting into or out of “N” (NEUTRAL), to minimize the risk of loss of control.

“D” DRIVE

This position is for normal driving. Regenerative braking is automatically applied when necessary, depending on road conditions.

CAUTION

Never shift into the “D” (DRIVE) position from the “R” (REVERSE) position while the vehicle is in motion to avoid transmission damage.

“B” BRAKE

This position gives stronger regenerative braking than the “D” (DRIVE) position. It increases the vehicle’s usability on hills and enables more energyefficient driving. It is intended for downhill driving.

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WARNING

Avoid sudden regenerative braking when driving on wet or icy roads. Using sudden regenerative braking under these conditions could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in a serious accident.

NOTE

When the traction battery level is nearly full or the traction battery temperature is low, the regenerative braking performance may be weakened. In this case, drive the vehicle at a low speed.

“C” COMFORT

This position gives weaker regenerative braking than the “D” (DRIVE) position. It enables relaxed driving in circumstances in which you do not accelerate or decelerate much (for example, suburban driving). It is intended for long cruising.

Driving the vehicle

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Operation of the transmission

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CAUTION

Before selecting a position with the electric motor unit running and the vehicle stationary, fully depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle from creeping. The vehicle will begin to move as soon as the transmission is engaged, the brakes should only be released when you are ready to drive away.

Depress the brake pedal with the right foot at all times. Using the left foot could cause driver movement delay in case of an emergency.

Operating the accelerator pedal while the other foot is resting on the brake pedal will affect braking efficiency and may cause premature wear of brake pads.

Waiting

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For short waiting periods, such as at traffic signals the vehicle can be left in selector lever position and held stationary with the service brake. For longer waiting periods with the electric motor unit running, place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position and apply the parking brake, while holding the vehicle stationary with the service brake.

CAUTION

Never hold the vehicle stationary while in transmission on a hill with the accelerator, always apply the parking brake and/ or service brake.

Parking

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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully engage the parking brake, and then move the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position. If you are going to leave the vehicle unattended, always switch off the electric motor unit and carry the key.

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 selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position before applying the parking brake, it may be difficult to disengage the selector lever from the “P” (PARK) position when you next drive the vehicle, requiring application of a strong force to the selector lever to move it from the “P” (PARK) position.

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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

Keys

Keyless entry system

To lock

To unlock

To fold

To extend

Procedure for replacing the remote control switch battery

Doors

To lock or unlock with the key

To lock without using the key

Central door locks

Driver’s door with key

Driver’s door with inside lock knob

Unlocking doors using selector lever

“Child-protection” rear doors

Tailgate

To open

To close

Electric window control

Electric window control switch

Driver’s switches

Passenger’s switches

Lock switch

Timer function

Seat and seat belts

Seat

1-Front seat

2-Rear seat

Seat adjustment

Front seat

To adjust forward or backward

To recline the seatback

Heated seat (driver’s seat only)*

Rear seat

To recline the seatback

Folding the seatbacks forward

To fold

To replace

Rear seat cushion

To remove

To install

Head restraints

To adjust height

To remove

Installation

Seat belts

3-point type seat belt (with emergency locking mechanism)

To fasten