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Diagnostic Procedure

Required Special Tools: 

  1. STEP 1. 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. Refer to "HOW TO CONNECT SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III)  ."
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Check whether the KOS-ECU related DTC is set.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the DTC set? 

    YES  : Diagnose the KOS-ECU. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .

    NO  : Go to  Step 2.

    Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
    G05395091Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  2. STEP 2. Retest the system. 

    Check that the KOS timer lock function operates.

    Q: Is the check result normal? 

    YES  : Intermittent malfunction (Refer to HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTIONS ).

    NO  : Perform troubleshooting for each door switch (Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING ).