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Active stability control (ASC)
5-28 Features and controls
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If there is a malfunction in the system, the
warning light will come on.
Under normal conditions, the warning light
comes on when the electric motor switch is
turned to the “ON” position and goes off a
few seconds later.
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The active stability control (ASC) takes over-
all control of the anti-lock braking system,
traction control function and skid control
function to help maintain the vehicle’s con-
trol. Also refer to the following pages on the
anti-lock braking system, traction control
function and skid control function.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) P.5-25
Traction control function P.5-29
Skid control function P.5-29
WARNING
Do not turn the key from the ON position
while the vehicle is moving. Stopping the
electric motor unit would make the steer-
ing wheel extremely hard to turn, possibly
resulting in an accident.
NOTE
During repeated full-lock turning of the
steering wheel (for example, while you are
maneuvering the vehicle into a parking
space), a protection function may be acti-
vated to prevent overheating of the power
steering system. This function will make the
steering wheel gradually harder to turn. In
this event, limit your turning of the steering
wheel for a while. When the system has
cooled down, the steering effort will return
to normal.
If you turn the steering wheel while the vehi-
cle is stationary with the headlights on, the
headlights may become dim. This behavior
is not abnormal. The headlights will return to
their original brightness after a short while.
Electric power steering system
warning light
CAUTION
If the warning light appears while the elec-
tric motor unit is running, have the vehicle
inspected at a certified i-MiEV dealer as
soon as possible. It may become harder to
turn the steering wheel.
Active stability control
(ASC)
CAUTION
Do not over-rely on the ASC. Even the ASC
cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle. This system, like
any other system, has limits and cannot help
you to maintain traction and control of the
vehicle in all circumstances. Reckless driv-
ing can lead to accidents. It is the driver’s
responsibility to drive carefully. This means
taking into account the traffic, road and envi-
ronmental conditions.
Be sure to use the specified type and size of
tire on all four wheels. Otherwise, the ASC
may not work properly.
Do not install any aftermarket limited slip
differential (LSD) on your vehicle. The ASC
may stop functioning properly.
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