Volume 246 - January 2019

GROUP 14 - Engine Cooling

Vehicle Technical Info . . . . . . . page 1
ASGP Q3 Winners . . . . . . . . . . . page 6

RADIATOR CONDENSER TANK HOSE
FITTING COOLANT SEEPAGE/LEAK — 2013-15
Outlander Sport/RVR.

Training News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7
Techline Information . . . . . . . . page 8

If a vehicle is leaking coolant from the radiator
condenser tank at the hose connection,
remove the hose from tank and inspect the
hose fitting for flash or other condition that
inhibits the hose from sealing to the hose
fitting.
If necessary, repair the hose
connection to ensure a good sealing surface.
It is very important to obtain a good sealing
surface between the hose and hose
connection as the clip installed on the hose
from the factory is for retention only, and not
for sealing of the hose to hose connection.
Once the hose connection has been repaired,
reinstall the hose to tank using an
appropriate hose clamp.

MEDIC Information . . . . . . . . . . page 8
Bulletin Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8
2018 Year-End Highlights . . . page 10

Be sure to read the important article
“TAKATA AIR BAG VIDEO & QUIZ,” in Group
60 on page 3 in this Tech Talk.

GROUP 00 - General
DTC, FREEZE FRAME, AND SUPERSCREEN
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS —
All Models and Years.
As a reminder, ALL repairs that involve an
illuminated Service Light for any vehicle
system require supporting documentation of
the DTC(s) and Freeze Frame data (if available)
from the Multi-Use Tester (MUT), as well as a
print-out of the Vehicle Information Screen
(Superscreen). Refer to Warranty Bulletin WB
2019-003 for additional details. This bulletin is
available on the MDL, under service /
warranty central / 12. Warranty Bulletins.
It is also reprinted later in this Tech Talk.

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GROUP 15 - Intake & Exhaust

Remove the RH console side panel. While
watching the movement of the shift lock
solenoid, have someone apply the brake pedal
with the ignition ON to determine if the
solenoid retracts. If the solenoid does not
retract or retracts slowly, it may be due to
foreign material, identified as a sugary drink
(e.g., Cola) residue built up in the solenoid
plunger bore and on the solenoid plunger.

CENTER EXHAUST PIPE — 2015 Outlander
Sport/RVR - AWD, April 2015 Production
Only.
ASA CAPS may list the center pipe on 2015
Outlander Sport AWD models that were
produced in April 2015 as Part Number
1570C892.
However, due to the parts
transition timing on the production line, the
part on the vehicle may be 1570C689. The
pipes are bent differently and the hanging
brackets may not align. The earlier part,
1570C689, requires a clamp on the heat
shields while 1570C892 does not. If the heat
shields require replacement on such a vehicle,
compare the ASA CAPS diagrams to confirm
that the part is 1570C689 and order the
appropriate heat shields from that ASA CAPS
diagram (shown in the following illustration).

This prevents the solenoid from retracting
and the shifter cannot be moved from Park.
Remove the solenoid for cleaning as follows:

Connector

Tab 1

Part Number 1570C689 - With Heat Shields
(as seen in ASA CAPS)
Plunger
Tab 2

GROUP 23 - Automatic Transmission

CVT WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF P (PARK)
POSITION — 2013-15 Outlander Sport/RVR.
If the customer cannot shift the vehicle out of
the Park position, even intermittently, refer to
Group 52A, Floor Console Assembly, and
perform the following procedure before
replacing the shifter.

Remove the solenoid from the shifter
assembly by GENTLY releasing TAB 1.

Carefully wedge a small screwdriver into
the channel of TAB 2 to release the lower
locking tab.

Remove the solenoid by pulling it straight
out.

Unplug the electrical connector.

Remove the spring and plunger and clean
them with soap and water.

Dampen a wet paper towel or lint-free
rag with water and insert it into the bore
of the solenoid to clean it.

Reattach the electrical connector and
re-install the solenoid to the shifter in
reverse order of removal.

Confirm solenoid and shifter operation
and reinstall the console side panel.

Repairs as a result of this type of
contamination cannot be claimed under
warranty.

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SHIFT LEVER DIFFICULT TO MOVE —
2013-15 Outlander Sport/RVR.
If the shift sliders become contaminated or
damaged it can cause the shift lever to
become difficult to move. It is no longer
necessary to replace the complete shift lever
assembly if the repair can be completed with
replacement of the gearshift lever cover (P/N
2400A577) and A/T shift indicator slider (P/N
2400A578). These parts are available as
service parts. Be sure to engage the slider into
the lever cover pin.
2400A577

Starting November 27th, 2018, we've added
this video to the Mitsubishi Academy website
along with a Takata Air Bag Video quiz. You
can access the Academy website on the MDL.
The course code is TABV. We encourage
everyone at the dealership to watch this
video and then complete the quiz as soon as
possible.

2400A578

Our mission is to account for 100% of
Mitsubishi vehicles affected by the Takata
recall by the end of 2019. To achieve this goal,
it will require teamwork between all of us at
MMNA and our dealers. With the Takata recall
information provided in this video and the
subsequent quiz, we can help to increase
consumer awareness and get these
dangerous inflators removed from all
affected Mitsubishi vehicles.

GROUP 60 - Recalls
TAKATA AIR BAG VIDEO & QUIZ —
2012-17 i-MiEV, 2004-07 Lancer, Lancer
Evolution, Lancer Sportback, and 2006-09
Raider.
On November 27, 2018, a dealer letter was
sent to all dealers and states:
“Earlier this month, we posted a very
important message on the Mitsubishi Dealer
Link, from our President and CEO, Fred Diaz,
regarding the Takata Air Bag Recall. First
announced in 2014, it is by far the largest
safety recall ever conducted by the
automotive industry.
In the video, Mr. Diaz talks about the Takata
Air Bag recall, the steps we have taken, and
the progress we have made as a company. If
you haven't done so already, please take a
moment to view this video.

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Check with your District Parts and Service
Manager for your individual dealership Takata
completion percentage. If you are not at a
100% completion, please ensure you and your
staff are doing everything possible to take
care of these vehicles when they are at your
dealer. Start by having your service team
check for open recalls in the Vehicle Inquiry
Superscreen for all vehicles coming through
the service drive.
Develop a Takata action plan at your
dealership – your DPSM can assist with
building a plan. Conduct a service meeting,
including technicians, to review your
dealership performance. By taking these
simple, necessary steps, we will increase our
Takata recall completions.
Thank you in advance for your immediate
attention. Should you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact your District
Parts and Service Manager.“

Possible Failure:

NOTE: All dealership staff are encouraged to
watch this video and complete the quiz as soon
as possible.
Log on to Mitsubishi Academy, and search for
Course Code TABV.

1) If a sensor(s) continues to have the same
beep tone in the checking process above, this
will indicate a possible faulty sensor or a
disconnected sensor/broken wire harness
connection.

Continuously sounds 2 beep tones 1 sensor is faulty.
Continuously sounds 3 beep tones 2 sensors are faulty.
Continuously sounds 4 beep tones –
3 or more sensors are faulty.
2) Deposits of dirt or car polish may result in
detection errors. Water from washing the car
or rain on the sensors may also affect
accuracy of the system and cause false
readings.
3) The following below are other conditions
that may cause the park assist system not to
work accurately:

GROUP 66 - Accessories
ACCESSORY FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST
DIAGNOSIS — All models w/Accessory Park
Assist.

Vehicle is heavily weighted.
Vehicle is driven on a bumpy road, an
incline, gravel, or grass.
Ultrasonic wave interference, such as
horns, air brake noise, or similar park
assistance system operating nearby.
Radio communication system nearby.
Bumper or sensors are impacted.
Sensors are frozen.
Front license plate frame (large/loose)
Angle sensors installed incorrectly
Accessory park assist diagnostics are
included with each kit instructions, which is
placed in the vehicle's glovebox.

When a vehicle with a reported concern with
park assist sensors is being diagnosed, the
first step is to test the accessory system
operation and to understand what can cause
a false sensor detection.
System Diagnostic Tones
In normal operation the park assistance
system will emit one beep when the system
is activated (vehicle ignition switch in ON
position and shifter placed in Reverse
position).
Vehicle Preparation:

If the manual cannot be found, a copy of the
owner’s manual can be obtained in CAPS (ask
your Parts department):

Front sensors - Place vehicle ignition switch
in ON position – sensors activated and ready.
Backup sensors – Place vehicle ignition
switch in ON position, engage parking brake,
and place shifter in Reverse - sensors are
activated and ready.

Go to “ACC” (Accessory), select applicable
Model Family, Year, Trim; Main Group ->
Electronics; Sub Group -> Sensors. Select
applicable part number, then click on the
Instructions tab; and Fitting instructions for
installation and programming instructions.

Check each sensor by slowly moving a
solid object towards each sensor to
confirm changes on beep tones (slow
steady beep, rapid steady beep, to a solid
beep tone, as indicated in the accessory
owner’s manual). If changes to the beep
tone are confirmed on all sensors it will
indicate proper operation.

PLEASE NOTE: Claims submitted for park assist
components, or replacement park assist kits
that are determined to be “no fault found" are