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Troubleshooting Hints (The Most Likely Causes For These DTCS Are To Set Are:)

Required Special Tools: 

  1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Diagnose the CAN bus line. (Refer to HOW TO DIAGNOSE THE CAN BUS LINE ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is the CAN bus line found to be normal? 

    1. YES :  Go to Step 2.
    2. NO :  Repair the CAN bus lines. (Refer to DIAGNOSIS ). Then go to  Step 6.
      Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398394Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Check for A/T system diagnostic trouble code. (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is any DTC set? 

    1. YES :  Repair the automatic transaxle control system. (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ). Then go to  Step 6.
    2. NO :  Go to Step 3.
      Fig 2: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398395Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  3. STEP 3. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Check if a DTC, which relates to CAN communication-linked systems below, is set.

      ETACS-ECU

      • DTC 012: Powertrain control module time-out (related to A/T). (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).

      Combination meter

      • DTC 012: Powertrain control module time-out (related to A/T). (Refer to DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION ).

      Multi-center display

      • DTC 012: Powertrain control module time-out (related to A/T). (Refer to DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is DTC 012 set? 

    1. YES :  Go to Step 4.
    2. NO :  Go to  Step 5.
      Fig 3: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398396Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  4. STEP 4. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Use scan tool MB991958 to read the TCL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. (Refer to HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is DTC U1100 set? 

    1. YES :  Replace the PCM. (Refer to POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) ). Then go to  Step 6.
    2. NO :  It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. (Refer to How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
      Fig 4: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398397Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  5. STEP 5. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Use scan tool MB991958 to read the TCL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. (Refer to HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is DTC U1100 set? 

    1. YES :  Replace the hydraulic unit (integrated with ABS/TCL-ECU). (Refer to HYDRAULIC UNIT ). Then Go to Step 6.
    2. NO :  It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. (Refer to How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
      Fig 5: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398398Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  6. STEP 6. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Use scan tool MB991958 to read the TCL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. (Refer to HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
    5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

    Q: Is DTC U1101 set? 

    1. YES :  Return to  Step 1.
    2. NO :  The procedure is complete.
      Fig 6: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
      G02398399Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.