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>> A << M-ASTC-Ecu Initialization

CAUTION: Perform the following initialization procedure, otherwise the following DTCs will be set.
  • DTC No.81: G NO ADJ 
  • DTC No.84: TF NO CHECK 
  • DTC No.85: M/CYL PRS NO CHECK 
NOTE: The SS4 indicator is flashing while the scan tool is connected.

When installing a new M-ASTC-ECU, perform the initialization as follows, ensuring that the vehicle remains level.

  1. Place the selector lever in the "P" position.
  2. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
  4. Execute item No. 16 "G SNSR:" on the Actuator test.
  5. Depress the brake pedal by a pressure of approximately 40 kg quickly once.
  6. Place the shift lever to the N range.
    CAUTION: If the transfer is not engaged properly when the transfer lever is moved to each position, the initialization has not been completed successfully.
  7. Move the transfer lever through all positions (2H, 4H, 4HLc, 4LLc).
    CAUTION: The initialization has not been completed while the ASC OFF indicator is illuminating and the ASC indicator is flashing. The system does not recognize the transfer position correctly. Make the system recognize it again.
  8. Ensure that the ASC OFF indicator and the ASC indicator are off.
  9. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position
  10. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.
    Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector
    G00896211Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.