Additional Service When Replacing ECM: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Performing the following procedure can automatically activate recommunication of ECM and keyless operation key unit, but only when the ECM is replaced with a new one*. For details, refer to WORK PROCEDURE .

*: New one means a virgin ECM that has never been energized on-board.

(In this step, initialization procedure using scan tool (M.U.T.-III SE) is not necessary)

CAUTION: When replacing the ECM, always replace it with a new one. The functions controlled by the ECM does not operate properly in case of reuse of the ECM from another vehicle.

NOTE:

When the replaced ECM is not a brand new, the specified procedure (Initialization of keyless operation key unit and registration of keyless operation keys) using scan tool (M.U.T.-III SE) is necessary.
If multiple keys are attached to the key holder, separate them before beginning work.
Distinguish keys with unregistered key IDs from those with registered IDs.