DIAGNOSTIC ITEM 8: Diagnose When The Scan Tool Cannot Receive The Data Sent By Shift Lever <TC-SST>: Diagnosis

Required Special Tools: 

• MB991223: Harness Set
• MB992006: Extra Fine Probe

1. STEP 1. Check joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 
   CAUTION: The strand end of the twisted wire should be within 10 cm (4 inches) from the connector. For details refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS  .

   Q: Are joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27 in good condition? 

   1. YES:  Go to Step 2.
   2. NO:  Repair the damaged parts.
2. STEP 2. Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27. 
   CAUTION: Strictly observe the specified wiring harness repair procedure. For details refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS  .
   1. Disconnect joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27, and check the wiring harness.
   2. Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN3) C-127 (terminal 8) and shift lever connector C-27 (terminal 2)

      OK: Continuity exists (2 Ω or less) 

      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Joint Connector C-127 Terminal 8 & Shift Lever Connector C-27 Terminal 2

      Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
   3. Check the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN3) C-127 (terminal 19) and shift lever connector C-27 (terminal 1)

      OK: Continuity exists (2 Ω or less) 

      Q: Is the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27 in good condition? 

      1. YES:  Check the power supply circuit of the shift lever. Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING <shift lever>.
      2. NO:  Repair the wiring harness between joint connector (CAN3) C-127 and shift lever connector C-27.
         Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Joint Connector C-127 Terminal 19 & Shift Lever Connector C-27 Terminal 1

         Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.