Mitsubishi I Miev 2016 Owner's Manual
Table of contents
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Overview
Quick index
General information/Charging
Seat and restraint systems
Features and controls
Driving safety
Comfort controls
For emergencies
Vehicle care and maintenance
Customer assistance/Reporting Safety Defects
Specifications
Alphabetical index
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
1
Wiper and washer switch P.5-50
Rear window wiper and washer switch P.5-51
Instrument cluster P.5-36
Combination headlights and dimmer switch
P.5-46
Turn signal lever P.5-49
Front fog light switch P.5-50
Electric motor switch P.5-18
Electric remote-controlled outside mirror
switch P.5-17
Active Stability Control (ASC)
OFF switch P.5-29
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag (for driver’s seat) P.4-20, 4-26
Horn switch P.5-53
Heated driver’s seat switch
P. 4 -4
Fuses P.9-18
Regular charging lid opener
P.3-18
Steering control switches for Bluetooth
®
2.0 interface
(if so equipped) p.5-55
Steering wheel audio remote control switches
(if so equipped) p.7-22
Instruments and controls (Driver’s area)
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Overview
Instruments and controls (Instrument panel)
1
Hazard warning flasher switch
P.5-49
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) - airbag
(for front passenger’s seat) P.4-20
Side vents P.7-2
Cup holder P.5-80
Glove compartment P.5-80
Center vents P.7-2
Hood release lever
P. 9 -3
Air conditioning
P. 7- 4
Card holder P.5-80
Electric rear window defogger switch P.5-52
12 V power outlet P.5-76
Selector lever P.5-21
Heated front passenger’s
seat switch
P. 4- 4
Parking brake lever P.5-16
Quick charging lid opener P.3-27
Cup holder P.5-80
USB input terminal (if so equipped)
P.5-73
Audio (if so equipped) P.7-11
Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System (if so equipped)
Refer to the separate “Mitsubishi Multi-Communication System owner’s
manual”
Instruments and controls (Instrument panel)
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Interior
1
Sun visors P.5-76
Vanity mirror P.5-76
Card holder P.5-76
Dome light (rear) P.5-78
Assist grip P.5-81
Seat belts P.4-8
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) curtain airbags P.4-31
Dome light (front)/Reading lights P.5-77
Head restraints
P. 4 -6
Inside rearview mirror P.5-16
Window lock switch
P.5-15
Power door
lock switch
P. 5- 9
Tether anchors for child restraint system
P.4-16
Front seat
P. 4 -3
Rear seat P.4-5
Power window switch P.5-14
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) side airbag (for front seats) P.4-30
Tire repair kit P.8-5
Hands-free microphone (if so equipped) P.5-55
Interior
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Under the hood/Electric motor unit room
Under the hood Electric motor unit room
Coolant reservoir
P. 9 -4
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
P. 9- 7
On board charger/DC-DC converter
P. 9- 2
12V starter battery
P. 9 -7
Brake electric vacuum pump
P.5-24
Hot water heater reservoir
P. 9- 4
Inverter P.3-35
Brake fluid reservoir
P. 9- 7
Under the hood/Electric motor unit room
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Outside (Front)
1
Outside rearview mirrors P.5-17
Power window P.5-14
Windshield wipers P.5-50
Hood P.9-3
Quick charging lid
P.3-27
Main drive lithium-ion battery P.9-2
Front side-marker lights
P.5-46, 9-22, 9-23
Front fog lights P.5-50, 9-22, 9-24
Daytime running lights
P.5-46, 9-22, 9-24
Front turn signal lights P.5-49, 9-22, 9-24
Headlights P.5-46, 9-22
Parking lights P.5-46, 9-22
Outside (Front)
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Outside (Rear)
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Back-up light P.9-22, 9-25
Antenna P.7-27
Tail and stop lights P.5-46, 9-22, 9-25
High-mounted stop light
P.9-22, 9-26
Rear turn signal lights P.5-49, 9-22, 9-25
Rear window wiper
P.5-51
Keyless entry system
P. 5- 5
Locking and unlocking
P. 5- 8
Liftgate P.5-11
License plate lights
P.5-46, 9-22, 9-27
Regular charge port light
P.3-17, 9-22
Regular charging lid P.3-18
Tire pressure monitoring system P.5-30
Size of tires and wheels P.11-6
Tire inflation pressure P.9-13
Tire rotation P.9-15
Tire chains P.9-16
Rear-view camera
(if so equipped) P.5-34
Rear side-marker lights P.5-46, 9-22, 9-26
Outside (Rear)
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
NOTE
If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
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These warning lights will come on for a few seconds for a bulb check when the electric motor switch is first turned to “ON”.
Warning light Do this Ref. page
12V starter battery charging system warning
light
or
Brake warning light
Electric motor unit warning light
Park your vehicle in a safe place and turn off the electric motor unit.
Contact a certified i-MiEV dealer for assistance.
If this light comes on while driving, check to see that the parking brake is
fully released.
If this light stays on after releasing the parking brake, stop and check the
brake fluid level.
If the brake fluid level is correct, there may be a system malfunction. Avoid
hard braking and high speeds, and contact a certified i-MiEV dealer for
assistance.
Park your vehicle in a safe place and contact a certified i-MiEV dealer for
assistance.
Quick index
P.5-45
P.5-44
P.5-45
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If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
2
Warning light Do this Ref. page
If this light comes on while the electric motor unit is running, it may
become harder to turn the steering wheel. Have your vehicle inspected at a
Electric power steering system (EPS) warning
light
Anti-lock braking system warning light
certified i-MiEV dealer as soon as possible.
When this light comes on, the anti-lock braking system is not functioning
and only the ordinary braking system is functioning.
Park your vehicle in a safe place and stop the electric motor unit.
Test the system as described on page 5-27.
If the light does not go out after the test, or if it comes on again, we recom-
mend that you have the system checked at a certified i-MiEV dealer as
soon as possible.
P. 5- 2 8
P.5-26,
5-27
SRS warning light
Power down warning light
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Immediately have the airbag and the seat belt pre-tensioner system checked
at a certified i-MiEV dealer.
If this light comes on while driving, avoid sudden acceleration and sudden
starting.
When the remaining power in the main drive lithium-ion battery is low,
recharge the main drive lithium-ion battery as soon as possible.
P.4-13,
4-26
P. 5- 4 6
If this warning light comes on or flashes while you’re driving...
2
Warning light Do this Ref. page
Have the transmission checked at a certified i-MiEV dealer as soon as pos-
Selector lever position indicator in the instru-
ment cluster flashes slowly
and
ASC indicator and ASC OFF indicator
Tire pressure monitoring system warning light
sible.
Park your vehicle in a safe place and turn off the electric motor unit.
Restart the electric motor unit and check to see if the indicator comes on
again.
If the indicator does not go out, or if it comes on again, have your vehicle
inspected at a certified i-MiEV dealer as soon as possible.
When this indicator comes on, the active stability control is not functioning
and normal operation of the vehicle will not be affected.
If the warning light comes on, you should stop and adjust the tires to the
proper inflation pressure as soon as possible.
(See “Tire inflation pressures” on page 9-13.)
Once adjustments have been made, the warning light will go off after a few
minutes of driving.
If the warning light blinks for approximately 1 minute and then remains
continuously illuminated, the system is not operating properly. If the system returns to normal, the warning light will go off. If the warning light
does not go off, have the vehicle inspected at a certified i-MiEV dealer.
P.5-21
P.5-30
P.5-31, 5-32
Quick index 2-3
If this problem occurs...
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If this problem occurs...
Problem Do this Ref. Page
Cannot turn the key. From “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Turn the key while turning the steering wheel in either direction.
From “ACC” to “LOCK”.
Check the position of the selector lever.
The key cannot be removed unless the selector lever is set to the “P” (PARK) position.
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P.5-19,
5-20
Cannot shift the selector lever from
the “P” (PARK) position.
The windows are fogged up.
The electric motor unit does not start.
The lights do not come on.
The lights are dim.
The horn does not honk.
The horn sound is weak.
Cannot charge the main drive lithium-ion battery.
2-4 Quick index
Shift the selector lever while pressing the brake pedal.
Check that the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position.
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” or “ ” position.
2. Turn on the blower.
Have the 12V starter battery checked. Recharge or replace as needed.
P.5-21
P.7-9
P.8-2,
9-7
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Problem Do this Ref. Page
The vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or
snow.
If this problem occurs...
Rock your vehicle back and forth to free it. P.8-13
When attempting to rock your vehicle out of a stuck position, be sure that no one is near the vehicle. The rocking motion may cause the vehicle to
suddenly lurch forward or backward, possibly injuring bystanders.
Avoid spinning the wheels. Prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle may result in transmission failure.
If the vehicle remains stuck after several rocking attempts, have a towing service pull the vehicle out.
Problem Do this Ref. page
The brakes are not functioning properly after driving through water.
A tire is punctured.
Dry out the brakes by driving slowly while lightly pressing the brake pedal. P.6-5
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place where the surface is flat and level.
2. Repair the flat tire with tire repair kit.
P.8-5
Quick index 2-5
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General information/Charging
Familiarizing yourself with i-MiEV ................................................3-2
Modifications to and racing of your vehicle ....................................3-6
Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts .....................................................3-8
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...............................3-8
Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat ................................3-8
Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold ..............................3-10
Charging ........................................................................................3-13
Precautions during Charging the
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery ................................................3-15
Regular charging
(charging method with rated AC 120 V outlet) .........................3-16
EV charging cable ..........................................................................3-23
Regular charging
(using 240 V Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) ....................3-26
Quick charging
(charging method with quick charger) .......................................3-27
Charging troubleshooting guide ....................................................3-31
High-Voltage components ..............................................................3-34
MiEV Remote System ...................................................................3-36
Familiarizing yourself with i-MiEV
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Familiarizing yourself with
i-MiEV
i-MiEV is a pure electric vehicle. Some of the
vehicle systems operate differently from and
have different characteristics than ordinary
vehicles equipped with an internal combustion engine. For this reason, it is very important to read carefully this entire owner’s
manual.
Main features
i-MiEV is powered only by electricity.
This vehicle does not emit exhaust gases,
such as carbon dioxide and nitrogen
oxide.
The i-MiEV uses electricity stored in the
lithium ion battery. The lithium-ion battery is called the main drive lithium-ion
battery. This vehicle does not have an
internal combustion engine and does not
require gasoline or diesel fuel.
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The main drive lithium-ion battery must
be charged with electricity to drive the
vehicle. As the vehicle operates, the main
drive lithium-ion battery gradually discharges. If the main drive lithium-ion battery becomes completely discharged, the
vehicle will not operate until it is recharged. The charging process can take up
to 23 hours as described more precisely in
this manual.
This vehicle uses two types of batteries.
One is 12V starter battery that is the same
type of the battery used in ordinary vehicles. It is called the 12V starter battery.
The other battery which propels the vehicle is called the main drive lithium-ion
battery.
The 12V starter battery provides power to
the vehicle systems and features such as
the audio system, supplemental restraint
systems, headlights and windshield wiper.
The main drive lithium-ion battery pro-
vides power to the electric motor that propels the vehicle and charges the 12V
starter battery.
Through a process called regenerative
braking, the main drive lithium-ion battery is automatically charged, while the
vehicle is decelerating or being driven
downhill.
If the 12V starter battery is discharge, the
electric motor unit cannot be started. And
also the main drive lithium-ion battery cannot be charged.
Pay special attention to pedestrians.
Because there is no engine noise, pedestrians may not know the vehicle is approaching and may step into the path of vehicle
travel. Refer to “Acoustic vehicle alerting
system (AVAS)” on page 5-23.
When leaving the vehicle, always turn off
the electric motor switch. Refer to “Electric motor switch” on page 5-18.
When parking, to avoid unintended vehi-
cle movement, always move the selector
lever to “P” (PARK) position and apply
the parking brake because the vehicle can
move when the ready indicator light is
ON. When the ready indicator light is ON,
do not leave the selector lever in a position
other than the “P” (PARK) position. For
the ready indicator, refer to “Indicator
and warning light package” on page 5-43.
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CAUTION
As greater brake force is applied by
Keep the brake pedal depressed until you
are ready to drive. When the vehicle is in
the “D” (DRIVE), “ECO” (ECO MODE),
“B” (REGENERATIVE BRAKE MODE)
or “R” (REVERSE) position, if you
release the brake pedal and even if you do
not depress accelerator, the vehicle will
creep and may move slowly.
Regenerative braking
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Motion energy is converted into electric
energy using the motor as a power generator.
While decelerating, electric energy will be
created and used to charge to the main drive
lithium-ion battery.
If you lift your foot off the accelerator
pedal while driving, a braking force that
equivalent to the engine braking of a gasoline or diesel powered vehicle engine
vehicle will be generate.
For increased regenerative braking, set the
depressing the brake pedal, increased
regenerative braking occurs.
When regenerative braking produces
strong brake force, the stop lights will
illuminate, even if the brake pedal is not
depressed.
When the main drive lithium-ion battery
level is full or nearly full, or the main drive
lithium-ion battery temperature is too high or
too low, the regenerative braking force may
be reduced and stronger service brake effort
may be required to operate the brakes. When
the main drive lithium-ion battery level is no
longer full or near full, or the main drive lithium-ion battery temperature has returned to a
normal range, the regenerative brake force
will resume.
If a problem occurs in the electric motor unit,
or if the ABS and/or the ASC have been activated, the regenerative braking will be
restricted. The service brakes will still operate.
selector lever to “B” (REGENERATIVE
BRAKE MODE) or “ECO” (ECO
MODE) as follows:
• “B”: Strong regenerative braking (For
downhill driving)
• “ECO”: Moderate regenerative braking
(For economical driving or gentle downhill driving)
Main drive lithium-ion battery
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The main drive lithium-ion battery is a
sealed high voltage battery and has no
user serviceable parts.
• To avoid severe burns and/or electrical
shock that may result in serious injury or
death, never attempt to detach the main
drive lithium-ion battery from the vehicle or try to disassemble it.
• Never attempt to dispose or recycle the
main drive lithium-ion battery by yourself. Consult with a certified i-MiEV
dealer, when the main drive lithium-ion
battery is disposed or recycled.
• Never attempt to use the main drive lithium-ion battery for any other purpose.
To help prevent damage to the main drive
lithium-ion battery, follow the instructions
described below. Failure to do so can result
in damage to the main drive lithium-ion battery that will not be covered by the main
drive lithium-ion battery warranty.
• Do not leave your vehicle with the energy
level gauge (Refer to “Energy level gauge”
on page 5-41) showing 0 bars.
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Familiarizing yourself with i-MiEV
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NOTE
CAUTION
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
• Repeatedly performing quick charging can
reduce battery capacity. Regular charging is
recommended unless quick charging is necessary.
Do not store your vehicle at ambient temper-
atures above 131 °F (55 °C) for over 24
hours, or below
-13 °F (-25 °C) for over 7 days. The tempera-
tures may damage the main drive lithium-ion
battery.
It is recommended that your vehicle be
stored at temperatures below 77 °F (25 °C)
to help maximize the life of the main drive
lithium-ion battery.
Decrease of battery capacity
The capacity of the lithium-ion battery
used as the main drive lithium-ion battery
on your i-MiEV, like other commonly
used lithium ion batteries, will decrease
according to time and usage. This type of
decrease in battery capacity is normal, and
is not indicative of any defect or failure in
your main drive lithium-ion battery. As
the main drive lithium-ion battery capacity decreases, the initial cruising range of
the vehicle will similarly decrease.
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Mitsubishi Motors estimates that after 5
years, the capacity of the main drive lithium-ion battery provided with your vehicle will be approximately 80% of the
original capacity. After 10 years, the
capacity should be approximately 70% of
the original capacity. These are only estimates, and the actual capacity of your
vehicle battery over time will depend on a
variety of factors including how your
vehicle is used, stored and charged. Factors that can adversely affect battery
capacity over time include frequent driving using aggressive acceleration/deceleration, repeated frequent use of the quick
charger, and operation/storage in extreme
temperature environments.
The main drive lithium-ion battery has a
limited service life, and when its charging
capacity falls, owners should bring their
vehicle to a certified i-MiEV dealer for
inspection and possible battery replacement.
For details regarding the warranty cover-
age for the main drive lithium-ion battery,
refer to the Warranty and Maintenance
Manual.
To help maintain the capacity of the main
drive lithium-ion battery, the following are
recommended:
• Fully charge the vehicle by regular charging every 2 weeks.
• Do not repeat charging when the main drive
lithium-ion battery is at or near full charge.
Cruising range
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The distance you can drive the vehicle (cruising range) depends on a number of factors
including available charge, weather, temperature, usage, battery age, topography, and driving style. When the main drive lithium-ion
battery is new, the estimated cruising range
with a fully charged main drive lithium-ion
battery is 62 miles (100 km) based on the
EPA laboratory test commonly called the
combined range. Your actual range can vary,
either initially or as the battery ages and with
use over time.
As the main drive lithium-ion battery capacity decreases, the cruising range of the vehicle will similarly decrease. Refer to
“Decrease of battery capacity” on page 3-4.
Since cooling or heating consumes power
from the main drive lithium-ion battery,
operation of these functions will reduce the
cruising range.
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Familiarizing yourself with i-MiEV
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NOTE
Put the selector lever in the “B” (REGEN-
ERATIVE BRAKE MODE) or “Eco” (ECO
MODE) position according to the road condition. Using appropriate regenerative braking can help increase the cruising range.
Refer to “Regenerative braking” on page
3-3.
Range-Driving conditions
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Shorten
driving
range
Range Reducing Condition Range Extending
High acceleration, speed Driving style Low acceleration, speed
Heater on Heater usage
A/C on A/C usage A/C off
Highway City/Highway City
Heavy payload Payload Light payload
Windy, wet Weather Calm, dry
Uphill, rough Road conditions Flat/Downhill, smooth
D-mode Drive mode (Eco or B mode)
Heater off
(or use seat heater)
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Lengthen
driving
range
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Operating sound under charging or Remote Climate Control
While charging, even if the electric motor
switch is in the “LOCK” position, you may
hear operating sounds such as sounds from
the cooling fan and air conditioning compressor when operating the main drive lithium-ion
battery cooling system or Remote Climate
Control.
This is normal.
Refer to “Remote Climate Control” on page
3-36, 3-47.
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For persons with electro-medical apparatus such as implantable cardiac pacemaker or
implantable cardiovascular
defibrillator
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Before charging, read the instructions
described below carefully and follow
them. Also read and follow the instructions for “Regular charging (charging
method with rated AC 120 V outlet)” on
page 3-16, “Regular charging (using 240 V
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)” on
page 3-26, and “Quick charging (charging
method with quick charger)” on page
3-27.
Before charging, individuals using an elec-
tro-medical apparatus such as implantable pacemakers and implantable
cardiovascular-defibrillators should check
with the manufacturer of the apparatus to
confirm the effect of the electromagnetic
waves from charging. The electromagnetic
waves may affect the operations of the
electro-medical apparatus.
When performing regular charging, keep
your electro-medical apparatus, such as
implantable cardiac pacemaker or
implantable cardiovascular defibrillator,
away from the charge connector, EV
charging cable, control box or regular
charging station.
Do not perform quick charging and keep
away from a quick charger. Electromagnetic waves produced by a quick charger
may affect the operation of your electricmedical apparatus. If you have accidentally approached a quick charger, walk
away from the quick charger immediately.
If quick charging is necessary, ask someone for help.
While charging;
• Do not stay inside the vehicle.
• Do not go inside the vehicle, for example
to remove or place an item in the passenger compartment.
• Do not open the liftgate, for example to
remove or place an item in the cargo
area.
Modifications to and racing
of your vehicle
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This vehicle should not be modified with
non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts.
Mitsubishi Motors designs and manufactures
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Modifications to and racing of your vehicle
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CAUTION
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high quality vehicles with an emphasis on
safety and durability. Modifications using
non-Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts may
affect the performance, safety and/or durability of your vehicle, and may violate applicable state and/or federal regulations.
DAMAGE OR PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS RESULTING FROM MODIFICATIONS TO OR RACING OF YOUR
VEHICLE ARE NOT COVERED
UNDER WARRANTY.
Review the Warranty and Maintenance Manual for further details regarding warranty coverage.
Installation of accessories
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Before any electrical or electronic accesso-
ries are installed, consult a certified i-MiEV
dealer.
If you choose to use a cellular phone while
driving, you must not allow that usage to
distract you in the safe operation of your
vehicle. Anything, including cellular
phone usage, that distracts you from the
safe operation of your vehicle increases
your risk of an accident.
Refer to and follow all local laws in your
area regarding cellular phone usage while
driving.
Examples of modifications to your vehicle
that can cause damage or performance problems include the following:
Failure to use Mitsubishi Motors genuine
parts
Failure to use required fluids (refer to
“Refill capacities” on page 11-7)
Failure to use proper size tires and wheels
Modification of the suspension, electric
motor, drive train, batteries (main drive
lithium-ion battery and 12V starter battery), charging systems or electrical wiring systems
Modification of any onboard com-
puter/control module, including reprogramming, or replacing/adding chips to
any onboard computer/control module
The installation of accessories, optional
parts, etc., should only be carried out
within the limits prescribed by law in the
driving area and in accordance with the
guidelines and warnings contained within
the documents accompanying this vehicle.
Only Mitsubishi Motors approved accessories should be fitted to your vehicle.
Improper installation of electrical parts
could cause fire. Refer to the “Modification/alterations to the electrical systems”
section within this owner’s manual.
Tires and wheels which do not meet spec-
ifications must not be used.
Refer to the “Specifications” section for
information regarding wheel and tire
sizes.
Important point!
Due to the large number of accessory and
replacement parts provided by different manufacturers in the market, it is not always possible for a certified i-MiEV dealer to check
whether the attachment or installation of nonMitsubishi Motors genuine parts will affect
the driving safety of your Mitsubishi-vehicle.
Modification/alterations to the
electrical systems
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Mitsubishi Motors manufactures high quality
vehicles with an emphasis on safety. It is
important to consult a certified i-MiEV dealer
before installation of any accessory which
General information/Charging 3-7
Mitsubishi Motors genuine parts
3
CAUTION
may involve modification of the electrical
systems.
Please consult a certified i-MiEV dealer con-
cerning any such accessory fitment or modification.
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, vehicle damage, or other accident.
Mitsubishi Motors genuine
parts
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Mitsubishi Motors Genuine Parts are
designed and manufactured to meet high standards of performance, and are recommended
for all of your maintenance needs. Also available from a certified i-MiEV dealer are a
wide variety of accessories to personalize
your new vehicle. Each Mitsubishi vehicle
has a selection of Mitsubishi Motors authorized accessories to choose from to tailor your
new vehicle to your own personal preference.
A certified i-MiEV dealer’s Parts Manager
has information on various audio systems,
protection items, as well as interior and exterior accessories available for your specific
model.
California Perchlorate
Materials Requirements
Certain components of this vehicle, such as
airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and
button cell batteries, may contain perchlorate
materials.
Special handling may apply. For additional
information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat
When the vehicle is driven in a high ambient temperature, its air-conditioner performance can be insufficient. Also, using the air conditioner
will reduce the vehicle’s cruising range.
When the ambient temperature is approximately 104 °F (40 °C) or higher, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the
described actions.
Even if the ambient temperature is approximately 104 °F (40 °C) or lower, when performing quick charging, driving at high-speed and uphill
repeatedly, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the described actions.
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense heat
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Approx. ambi-
ent temperature
Approx. 104 °F
(40 °C) or higher
Approx.113 °F
(45 °C) or higher
Startup and driving ••During quick charging, repeated high-speed driving, or
repeated uphill driving, the power down warning light* comes
on and the motor output is restricted to protect the main drive
lithium-ion battery or motor (electric motor unit).
Regenerative braking performance may decrease. When braking, depress the brake pedal more strongly.
• If you continue driving after the power down warning light*
comes on, the vehicle may stop after you have driven a few
miles/kilometres.
Charging and battery • During quick charging, charging times get longer.
Startup and driving ••During quick charging, repeated high-speed driving, or
repeated uphill driving, the power down warning light* comes
on and the motor output is restricted to protect the main drive
lithium-ion battery and/or motor (electric motor unit).
Regenerative braking performance may decrease. When braking, depress the brake pedal more strongly.
• If you continue driving after the power down warning light*
comes on, the vehicle may stop after you have driven a few
miles/kilometres.
Charging and battery ••The EV charging cable (regular charging cable) cannot be
used.
During quick charging, charging times get longer.
• The main drive lithium-ion battery capacity is decreased more
quickly, and the cruising range is decreased.
Phenomena Corrective action
• Stop the vehicle in a safe place
for a while, avoid quick charging, and wait for the power
down warning light* to go off.
• Stop the vehicle in a safe place
for a while, avoid quick charging, and wait for the power
down warning light* to go off.
• Park in a safe, well-ventilated
and shady place.
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
3
NOTE
Approx. ambi-
ent temperature
Approx. 140 °F
(60 °C) or higher
*: Refer to “Power down warning light” on page 5-46. Illumination of the power down warning light does not indicate a malfunction.
Startup and driving • The power down warning light* comes on, and the vehicle
may stop.
Charging and battery ••The EV charging cable (regular charging cable) cannot be
used.
Quick charging may become impossible.
Phenomena Corrective action
• Park in a safe, well-ventilated
and shady place, avoid quick
charging, and wait for the
power down warning light* to
go off.
• Park in a safe, well-ventilated
and shady place.
Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
When the vehicle is driven in a low ambient temperatures, its heater performance can be insufficient. Also, using the heater can reduce the
vehicle’s cruising range.
When the ambient temperature is approximately 5 °F (-15 °C) or lower, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the corrective
actions described below.
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
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Approx. ambi-
ent tempera-
ture
Approx.5 °F
(-15 °C) or
lower
Approx.-13 °F
(-25 °C) or
lower
Startup and
driving
Charging and
battery
Startup and
driving
Charging and
battery
• Motor output is restricted, and the power down warning
light*1 may come on.
<Reference: When the main drive lithium-ion battery temperature is 5 °F (-15 °C) or lower and the main drive lithiumion battery’s remaining power is 50 %, the driving performance may decrease by approximately 30 %>
• Regenerative braking performance may decrease. • When braking, depress the brake
••Charging times get longer.
Complete charging may not be possible.
• Motor output is restricted, and the power down warning
light*1 may come on.
<Reference: When the main drive lithium-ion battery temperature is -13 °F (-25 °C) or lower and the main drive lithium-ion battery’s remaining power is 50 %, the driving
performance may decrease by approximately 50 %>
• Regenerative braking performance may decrease or be eliminated.
• Charging may become impossible. • When you have finished driving,
Phenomena Corrective action
• Keep driving if you can drive at a safe
speed.
If you cannot drive at a safe speed,
stop the vehicle in a safe place and
charge the main drive lithium-ion battery.
pedal more strongly.
• When you have finished driving,
charge the main drive lithium-ion battery before battery temperature falls.
• Keep driving if you can drive at the
same speed as surrounding vehicles.
If you cannot drive the same speed as
surrounding vehicles, stop the vehicle
in a safe place and charge the main
drive lithium-ion battery.
• When braking, depress the brake
pedal more strongly.
charge the main drive lithium-ion battery before battery temperature falls.
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
3
NOTE
Approx. ambi-
ent tempera-
ture
Approx. -22 °F
(-30 °C) or
lower
*1: Refer to “Power down warning light” on page 5-46. Illumination of the power down warning light does not indicate a malfunction.
*2: Refer to “Ready indicator” on page 5-44.
Startup and
driving
Charging and
battery
•
The ready indicator*2 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).
• Regenerative braking performance may decrease or be eliminated.
• Charging may become impossible • In the daytime, wait for the tempera-
Phenomena Corrective action
• In the daytime, wait for the temperature to rise. When the temperature in
the vicinity of the main drive lithiumion battery has risen, start up.
• When braking, depress the brake
pedal more strongly
ture to rise. When the temperature in
the vicinity of the main drive lithiumion battery has risen, begin charging.
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Charging
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Charging
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Your vehicle comes standard with a charge port and charging cable (EV charging cable) that uses a household outlet (AC 110-120V) as a charging
source. You may also charge your vehicle using an i-MiEV compatible 220-240V charging device (EVSE*1 - available separately). Your vehicle
comes equipped with an additional quick charge port to be used with a CHAdeMO*2 quick charger.
Category Charge port Charge connector Charging Source Charging time Reference
Level 1
Regular charging
110-120V
(Attached EV
charging cable)
Level 2
Regular charging
220-240V
(Primary Home
1
EVSE*
Available sepa-
Dock-
rately)
passenger side of vehicle
passenger side of vehicle
110-120V household outlet
(15 amp dedicated circuit
required)
Home or public charging
device
120V/8A: Approx-
imately 22-25
hours
120V/12A:
Approximately 14-
16 hours
Approximately 6-7
hours
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General information/Charging 3-13
Charging
3
NOTE
Category Charge port Charge connector Charging Source Charging time Reference
Quick charging
(charging method
with quick char-
ger)
driver side of vehicle
1
EVSE = Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
:
*
2
CHAdeMO is a standard for quick charging of electric vehicle originally started in Japan, and the contents have also become international
*
:
standard.
Charging time will vary depending on battery condition, air temperature and condition of power source (such as specification of the quick charger).
A vehicle equipped with a quick charge port is compatible with most CHAdeMO connectors on charging stations. Charging stations using the
CHAdeMO standard are UL certified and safe to use in the US.
The 12V starter battery will be automatically charged during charging and also while the ready indicator is illuminated. Refer to “Ready indicator” on page
5-44.
Repeatedly performing only quick charging can reduce battery capacity. Regular charging is recommended unless quick charging is necessary.
If the 12V starter battery is discharged, the main drive lithium-ion battery cannot be charged. Refer to “Jump-starting” on page 8-2.
Public charging stations
where available
Approximately 30
minutes for 80 %
charge
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Precautions during Charging the Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
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Precautions during Charging the Main Drive Lithiumion Battery
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Improper charging can result in a fire,
property damage, and serious injury or
death.
Read the instructions described below
carefully and follow them. Also read and
follow the instructions for “Regular
charging (charging method with rated AC
120V outlet)” on page 3-16, Regular
charging (using 240V Electric Vehicle
Supply Equipment) on page 3-26 and
“Quick charging (charging method with
quick charger)” on page 3-27 before using
the charging device.
• Do not touch regular charge port, regular charge connector, plug and outlet
with wet hands.
• Keep away from water when connecting
the regular charge port, regular charge
connector, plug and outlet.
• Do not perform charging outdoors in
adverse weather, such as heavy rain,
heavy snow or strong winds, or when
adverse weather is expected.
• Never charge or touch the vehicle when
lightning or thunder is observed or
expected. A lightning strike may back
feed into the regular charger causing
damage and possible personal injury or
death. If lightning or thunder begins
during regular charging, do not touch
the vehicle or the EV charging cable and
turn off the breaker.
• Make sure there is no water or foreign
materials in the charge port, charge connector or plug, and that they are not
damaged or affected by rust or corrosion. If any of these conditions are noticeable, do not charge the main drive
lithium-ion battery.
• Never touch the metal contacts of the
charge port, charge connector or plug.
• Never disassemble or modify the charge
port or charging cable.
• If you notice unusual odor or smoke
coming from the vehicle, charging cable
or plug, or if the charging cable or plug
becomes hot to the touch, stop charging
immediately.
Keep away from the cooling fan under the
hood during charging. During charging,
the cooling fan may automatically be
operated even if the electric motor switch
is in the “LOCK” position.
Some public regular chargers may not be
compatible with your vehicle. If necessary,
consult an administrator or the maker of
the regular charger to determine whether
the charger is compatible with your vehicle before using it. Also be sure to use the
regular charger according to operating
procedures indicated on the body of the
regular charger.
Do not place the selector lever in any posi-
tion other than the “P” (PARK) position
while the regular charger is connected. If the
selector lever is placed in a position other
than the “P” position, the vehicle could accidentally move resulting in damage to the regular charge connector. If the selector lever is
placed in any position other than “P” position while the regular charge connector is
still connected and the electric motor switch
is the “ON” position, a warning buzzer will
sound.
To prevent damage to the charging equip-
ment:
• Do not close the charge port lid without
closing the cap.
• Do not subject the charging equipment to
impact.
• Do not pull or twist the charge cable.
• Do not drag the charge cable.
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Regular charging (charging method with rated AC 120 V outlet)
3
NOTE
CAUTION
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• Do not store charging equipment in locations where the temperature is above 185 °F
(85 °C) or below -40 °F (-40 °C).
• Do not place the charging equipment close
to a heater or other heat source.
Make sure the inner cap is closed on the
charge port when charging is finished. If the
charge port lid is closed when the cap is
opened, water or foreign materials may enter
the charge port.
Do not charge when a vehicle body cover is
in use.
This may cause damage to the charge connector.
Do not attempt to perform a jump start on the
12V starter battery at the same time that the
main drive lithium-ion battery is being
charged. Doing so may damage the vehicle
or charging cable and could cause an injury.
See “Jump-starting” in the “6. For emergency” section.
Forcing the charge connector to connect may
cause damage to the charging equipment and
vehicle.
Repeatedly performing only quick charging
can reduce the battery capacity. Regular
charging is recommended unless quick
charging is necessary.
To help maintain the capacity of the main
drive lithium-ion battery, the following is
recommended:
• If you repeatedly perform only the quick
charging, fully charge the vehicle by regular charging every 2 weeks.
• Do not repeat charging when the main drive
lithium-ion battery is at or near the full
charge.
Both of the regular charging and quick
charge cannot be performed at the same time.
The quick charging is given priority.
While charging, even if the electric motor
switch is in the “LOCK” position, you may
hear operating sounds such as sounds from
the cooling fan and air conditioning compressor when operating the main drive lithium-ion battery cooling system or Remote
Climate Control. This is normal.
Refer to “Remote Climate Control” on page
3-36, 3-47.
It is recommended that you perform regular
charging from 2 bars or less on the energy
level gauge to full at least once every three
months. This allows the energy level gauge
to adjust to decreased battery capacity and
correctly display the remaining energy in the
main drive lithium-ion battery.
A certified i-MiEV dealer can also adjust the
energy level gauge for you when requested.
Regular charging (charging
method with rated AC 120 V
outlet)
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Carefully read instructions regarding “Precautions during charging the main drive lithium-ion battery” on page 3-15 and described
in this section and also instructions on “EV
charging cable” on page 3-23 or instructions
for a charging device you use, and follow
them.
Improper charging can result in a fire,
property damage, and serious injury or
death.
Always use a grounded outlet protected by
a ground-fault circuit interrupter, rated
AC 120V and rated for 15A or more connected to a dedicated branch circuit. If the
outlet is not grounded, the risk of electrical shock will increase in the event of an
insulation failure in the EV charging
cable.
If the circuit is shared, and another electrical device is being used at the same time
the vehicle is charging, the circuit may
heat abnormally, the breaker may trip
and the circuit may cause adverse interference on household electrical appliances
such as televisions and audio systems.
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