Operation Manual

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For emergencies

18. When you have inflated the tire to the specified pressure,

stow the compressor, bottle, and other items in the vehicle

and make sure that the seat cushion is properly secured.

(Refer to “Tire repair kit storage” on page 6-8.) Promptly

start driving the vehicle so that the tire sealant can spread

evenly in the tire. Drive with great care. Do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Observe local speed limits.

19. After driving for 10 minutes or 3 miles (5 km), park the

vehicle in safe place. Remove the air compressor from the

stowed position. (Refer to “Tire repair kit storage” on

page 6-8.) Check the tire pressure using the air pressure

gauge on the compressor. (Refer to “Tire inflation pres-

sures” on page 7-21.)

If the tire pressure is not sufficient, inflate the tire to the

specified pressure again and drive the vehicle carefully

without exceeding a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).

Before driving, stow the compressor and make sure that

the rear seat cushion is properly secured. (Refer to “Tire

repair kit storage” on page 6-8.)

CAUTION

● If you sense any abnormality while driving, stop the

vehicle and contact a certified i-MiEV dealer. Other-

wise the tire pressure may drop before the emer-

gency repair procedure is completed, rendering the

vehicle unsafe to drive.

CAUTION

● If the tire pressure is lower than the minimum per-

mitted pressure (18 psi {130 kPa}), the tire cannot

successfully be repaired with the tire sealant. Do not

drive the vehicle any further. Contact a certified i-

MiEV dealer.

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