Operation Manual

For emergencies
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If a wheel gets stuck in a ditch, do not try to tow the vehicle.
Please contact a certified i-MiEV dealer or a commercial tow
truck service for assistance.
There may be local regulations concerning towing in your area.
Obey the regulations in the area where you are driving your
vehicle.
Towing the vehicle by a tow truck
Towing with rear wheels off the ground
Place the selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position. Turn
the electric motor switch to the “ACC” position and secure the
steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or tie-
down strap. Never place the electric motor switch in the
“LOCK” or “ON” position when towing.
WARNING
!
● Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted
by a tow truck.
● Never ride in a vehicle that is being towed.
CAUTION
!
● If the transmission or the steering system has a
problem or damage, transport the vehicle on a flat-
bed truck or tow the vehicle with the all wheels off
the ground.
● If the electric motor switch is in the “ON” position,
the Active Stability Control (ASC) system may oper-
ate, resulting in an accident. Make sure the electric
motor switch is in the “ACC” position before tow-
ing.
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