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Technical Service Bulletin
SUBJECT:

ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR MIL ILLUMINATION,
MIS−DETECTION OF DTC P0300

No:

TSB−13−13−001

DATE:

January, 2013

MODEL:

See below

CIRCULATE TO:

[ ] GENERAL MANAGER

[ ] PARTS MANAGER

[ X ] TECHNICIAN

[ X ] SERVICE ADVISOR

[ X ] SERVICE MANAGER

[ X ] WARRANTY PROCESSOR

[ ] SALES MANAGER

PURPOSE
During cold engine start, rough or partial clutch operation may cause powertrain vibration similar to misfire
conditions and cause false MIL illumination. New software revises improper Misfire Monitoring (P0300)
threshold values to prevent these problems.
This TSB provides a field fix procedure to address false MIL illumination with DTC P0300
(Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected) stored in the ECM.

AFFECTED VEHICLES
2011 Outlander Sport (RVR, ASX) with 2.0L engine, FED emissions and manual transmission.
2011 Lancer with 2.0L engine, FED emissions and manual transmission.
2011 Lancer Sportback with 2.0L engine, FED emissions and manual transmission.

REQUIRED OPERATIONS
Reprogram the ECM with the new software. See the ECM Reprogramming Chart for new software
information.
The following equipment is needed to reprogram the ECM.
D

VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) − MB991824.

D

Laptop computer with A/C power adaptor − 520924, or MIT547708.

D

MUT−III main harness ’A’ (blue connector at the DLC end) − MB991910.

D

USB 2.0 cable − MB991827.

D

“Engine Compartment/Control Module” labels − p/n MSSF024G00.

D

MEDIC−3 update at 165 or higher.

D

For Standalone MUT−III units, reprogramming CD 01/13

If an affected vehicle has a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated and DTCs other than described
above are listed in ECM memory (before reprogramming), follow diagnostic instructions for the applicable
DTCs per the service manual information. Do not reprogram the ECM until the reason for other DTCs
being set is corrected.

ECM REPROGRAMMING CHART
MODEL
11 Outlander Sport
(RVR, ASX) FED
4B11 D4 M/T
11 Lancer/Lancer
Sportback FED
4B11 D4 M/T

CURRENT
PART NO.

DATA NO.

1860B665
1860B364

DISPLAY ON MUT−III AFTER
REPROGRAMMING
New Part No.

New S/W Part #

1862B680

1860B665

1860B66503

1862B682

1860B364

1860B36404

Continued
Copyright 2013, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.

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The information contained in this bulletin is subject to change. For the latest version of this document, go to the Mitsubishi Dealer Link,
MEDIC, or the Mitsubishi Service Information website (www.mitsubishitechinfo.com).

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REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Check the underside of the hood to verify there is no Authorized Modification label previously installed
to indicate this reprogramming has already been done. If a label is present and the “ROM ID #” on
the label matches the “New S/W Part No.” in the table on page 1 of this bulletin, the ECM is at the latest
level and reprogramming is not necessary.
For MEDIC 3 users only: (MUT−III users go to step 5)
2. Verify the MEDIC 3 is at version 3.2 and update 165 or
higher.
If your MEDIC 3 update is at least 165, continue with
the Reprogramming Procedure on page 4.
If your MEDIC 3 update is below 165, update your
MEDIC 3 as follows.
Version &
Update
numbers

3. Select the MEDIC 3 Admin tab and click on “Updates.”
Admin

Click on
Updates

4. If the Medic Update screen advises updates are
available, click the “Begin” button. After the updates
are complete, GO TO THE REPROGRAMMING
PROCEDURE ON PAGE 4.

Click “Begin”

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N13011

N13011

5. STANDALONE MUT−III SCAN TOOL VIEWER (STV)
ONLY:
(MEDIC 3 USERS GO TO THE
REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE ON PAGE 4).
Verify that your MUT−III has the most current version
of the reprogramming database:
a. From the MUT−III Main Page:
D

Select “Special Function”

D

Select “ECU Reprogramming”

D

Select “Database File Display−CAN”

D

Confirm the database number displayed at the
top right of the chart is N13011 or higher.

(1) If the database number displayed on your
MUT−III is N13011 or greater, continue to the
Reprogramming Procedure on page 4.
(2) If the database number displayed on your
MUT−III is lower than N13011, locate the
Yellow MUT−III Reflash CD 01/13 and follow
the instructions on the CD label to update your
MUT−III.

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REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE
CONNECT A BATTERY CHARGER TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY DURING THE
REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. DO NOT ALLOW THE BATTERY CHARGER TO TIME OUT.
BATTERY VOLTAGE (AS MEASURED AT THE BATTERY POSTS WITHOUT ELECTRICAL LOAD)
MUST BE KEPT AT 12.4V OR HIGHER IN ORDER TO REPROGRAM THE ECM. MEASURE THE
BATTERY VOLTAGE AND CHARGE AS NECESSARY.
NOTE:

VCI Stand−alone reprogramming is not available for this procedure. The laptop and
the VCI must remain connected for the entire procedure.

Connect the equipment as follows:
USB CABLE
VCI − LAPTOP

MEDIC−II / MUT−III
MAIN HARNESS

BLUE END

VCI
MEDIC 3 / MUT−III LAPTOP
D

Turn the laptop computer on. If you’re running on battery power and the charge indicator in the lower
right hand corner of the screen does not show a full charge, it is recommended that either the laptop
battery be charged prior to beginning, or that reprogramming be completed with the A/C power adaptor connected to the laptop.

D

Connect the USB cable to the VCI.

D

When the laptop displays the MUT−III main screen, connect the USB cable to the laptop.

D

Connect the MUT−III main harness with the blue DLC connection to the VCI.

D

Connect the blue connector of the MUT−III main harness to the vehicle’s data link connector.

D

Turn the VCI power switch ON. Verify that the indicator lamp in the upper right corner of the
screen is green.
CAUTION

DO NOT DISTURB THE HARNESS CABLES OR CONNECTIONS.
INTERRUPTION DURING THE REPROGRAMMING PROCESS COULD CAUSE
THE CONTROL UNIT TO LOSE DATA OR PREVENT FUTURE
REPROGRAMMING. IF THE USB CABLE IS DISCONNECTED DURING THIS
PROCEDURE, A WARNING MESSAGE WILL DISPLAY.

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ECM Reprogramming
1. Conduct the following steps to reprogram the ECM.
a. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
For vehicles equipped with the F.A.S.T. System, the
transmitter must remain in the vehicle for the entire
procedure.
For vehicles equipped with OSS, press the
START/STOP button twice without applying the
brake.
b. If using MEDIC 3, from the main page, click the
MUT−III STV icon at the top center of the screen.
c. Select “Special Function.”
d. Select “ECU reprogramming.”

e. Select “Automatic Reprogramming (CAN).”

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f. Click on the car icon at the bottom of the page.

g. If the VIN or vehicle description displayed does not
match the vehicle you are working on, click on the
eraser icon at the bottom of the page to erase the
existing data.
Select VIN by clicking on the VIN button.

h. Click on the icon in the lower RH corner of the
screen to have the MUT−III automatically read the
VIN. If a message appears saying that the VIN
cannot be input automatically, manually type the 17
digit VIN into the VIN field at the top of the page.
Make sure the VIN is correct and click on the check
mark.

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i. A window may pop up asking you to select either the
transmission type or vehicle class. Click the check
mark to clear the window.
j. Click on the CLASS button and make the appropriate
selection from the menu, Then click the check mark at
the bottom of the page.
NOTE: Vehicle class can be found on the Vehicle
Information Code Plate attached to the base
of the RH b−pillar (see photo below). Vehicle
class is part of the model code.
Click the check mark to enter the class.

Model Code Plate

i. Confirm that all data matches the vehicle and click
the check mark at the bottom of the page.

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j. MFI should be highlighted as the default. If not, click
on it to highlight it.
Click the check mark at the bottom of the page.

k. A message will advise you that the system will
“Automatic search the data.”
Click the check mark to continue.

1860B665
1860B66503

ECM TO LATEST VERSION
If a “Complete Reprogramming” message does not
appear, continue with step l.
If this message is displayed, the ECM software is
already at the most current level. Do not continue with
this reprogramming procedure. This TSB does not
apply.
Click the check mark to clear the window, then click on
the Home icon at the lower left corner of the screen to
return to the System Select main page.
Turn off the ignition switch and disconnect the MUT−III.
Turn off and disconnect the battery charger. Conduct
normal diagnosis using the service manual.

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l. The CAN database screen will display.
1860B665
1860B66503

N13011

Confirm the database number at the top right of the
table is N13011 or higher.

1862B680

If more than one row is displayed in the table, refer
to the ECM Reprogramming Chart on page 1 to
select the proper Data No. for this procedure and
select the appropriate row.

Data No.

Click on the correct row to highlight it.
Click on the check mark to continue.

1860B665
1860B66503

N13011

m. A message will ask you to “Check reprogramming
data.”
n. Click on the check mark to begin reprogramming.
It will take up to 5 minutes for reprogramming to
complete.

CAUTION

The Daytime Running Lights and both the engine and condenser fans will
automatically be turned on during reprogramming. Care should be taken to
insure nothing gets caught in the moving blades. The radio will be turned
off and you will also hear a chime in the interior for a short period of time.
These are normal conditions.

1860B665
1860B066503

o. This message will display when ECM
reprogramming is successfully completed. Confirm
the “New S/W P/N” displayed matches the table on
page 1 of this TSB.
p. You will be prompted to turn the ignition switch to
the OFF position, wait at least 8 seconds, then turn
it back on.
q. Click the check mark and you will be returned to the
“ECU Reprogramming” page.
2. Click the Home icon at the lower left corner of the page
to return to the System Select main page.

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3. Using the MUT−III, check and erase ALL DTCs from all
systems as follows.
a. Select “Special Function.”

b. Select “All DTCS,” then select ERASE AND READ
ALL DTCS.

c.

The list on the left side of the screen will have all
selections checked.
Do not change these
selections. DTCs may be set if the vehicle is
equipped with options that are unchecked.
Note the check mark at the bottom of the page is
inactive (not highlighted).

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d. In the left column, scroll to and click
FAST/IMMOB/KEYLESS/TPMS.
In the right
column, check the correct option code (VF#) from
the Loading Options Setup list. This will activate
the check mark at the bottom of the page.
D

Vehicles with regular keyless entry (buttons on a
multi−function key), select VF2.

D

Vehicles with F.A.S.T. Key (including OSS), select
VF3.
Click the check mark to continue.

4. A window will pop up asking you to confirm DTC
erasing. Click the check mark for DTC erasing and
reading to begin.
5. When DTC erasing is completed, a window will pop up.
a. If DTCs return after reprogramming, click the
check mark to clear the window. Diagnose and
repair per the Service Manual.
b. If DTCs do not return, click the check mark to clear
the window, then click the Home icon in the lower
left of the screen to return to the main menu.
6. Turn off the ignition switch and disconnect the MUT−III.
Turn off and disconnect the battery charger.
7. Using a ball−point pen, enter the appropriate Engine Control Module (ECM) part number, Software
Part Number (ROM ID#), this Technical Service Bulletin number (TSB−13−13−001), your dealer
code, and the current date on the Engine Compartment / Control Module Label (p/n MSSF024G00).
The Vendor Code is not applicable. Labels are available from your facing PDC.
The information shown on this sample label is for 2011 Outlander Sport. Other model information is different.

1860B665

N/A

1860B66503

TSB−13−13−001

99332

2/07/13

The Control Module Label is NOT used for this reflash. It should be discarded.
8. Carefully remove all dirt and oil from a vacant area near the VECI label on the underside of the hood,
and affix the Engine Compartment Label (LH side, above) to that area.
9. Test drive the vehicle to confirm the MIL does not illuminate and proper operation.

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PARTS INFORMATION
Use only the Genuine Mitsubishi Parts listed below.
Description

Model

Part Number

Label, Engine Compartment

All

MSSF024G00

WARRANTY INFORMATION
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization to repair. If an affected
vehicle is reported with the described condition, diagnose the condition, repair as described in this bulletin
and submit a normal warranty claim using the following information.
ECM Reprogramming for DTC P0300 − Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected
Nature Code: 05P

Cause Code: 490

Labor Operation No.: 138501 13

Time Allowance: 0.3 hr.

Warranty Coverage: Emissions Coverage − Refer to the Superscreen for individual vehicle
warranty coverage terms.
Special Warranty Information: Normal warranty procedures apply.