CVT SELECTOR LEVER POSITIONING
and ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION
All vehicles equipped with CVT Transaxles.
There have been reports of CVT transaxle
damage caused by moving the selector lever
before the vehicle reaches a complete stop.
If the selector is placed in R while the vehicle

Confirm the solenoids’ electrical operation
by performing Actuator Test (Item No. 17) as
detailed in Group 13A before reinstalling the
intake and exhaust oil control valves.
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to the procedure in Service Manual Group
35 under STEERING WHEEL SENSOR
CALIBRATION. After recalibration, test drive
the vehicle again to confirm the DTC does
not return. If the DTC returns, follow the
procedure in the Service Manual.

is moving forward (without coming to a
complete stop), transaxle damage can occur.
Likewise, the selector being placed in D while
the vehicle is backing up (without coming to a
complete stop) can cause transaxle damage.
Moving the selector lever from P to R or N
to D with the accelerator pedal depressed
will cause harsh engagement and transaxle
damage.

Many warranty return parts have been
evaluated by the supplier with no problems
identified with the returned sensors.

AFTERMARKET INCANDESCENT and/or
LED BULBS - All vehicles without factory LED
bulbs - Be certain to verify the brake lamp bulbs
when diagnosing DTC P0703 (Malfunction
of Stoplight Switch). Customers sometimes
install aftermarket lamp assemblies and/or
LED bulbs which alters the brake light circuit
resistance. Based on the incorrect voltage
drop which results from the resistance
change, diagnosis leads to replacing brake
light switches or ECU’s unnecessarily without
fixing the problem.

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GROUP 42
Body
KOS OUTSIDE DOOR LOCK PUSH
BUTTON SWITCH NOT FUNCTIONING –
2013-2015 Outlander Sport/RVR. The LH
and RH outside door lock push button switch
can become stuck against the side of the
door handle cap. This causes the lock button
to not extend above the door handle surface
making the locking function inoperable. This
may be an intermittent condition.

Consult the Owner’s Manual, section 9
(Vehicle Care and Maintenance) to verify
the correct light bulbs are installed before
beginning P0703 diagnosis. If it’s not readily
available in the glove box, technicians can
visit
www.mitsubishicars.com/owners/
service/manuals for the specific Owner’s
Manual needed.

Repair: Remove the outside door handle
cap from the door assembly per the following
instructions. Open the door and remove the
round black sticker adjacent to the outside
door handle from the rear face of the door
(save for reuse). Loosen the Torx 30 bolt
through the uncovered access hole. The bolt
will not come completely out as it is retained
in the handle assembly by a clip. When the
bolt is loosened, it must be pulled rearward
(magnet) to clear the handle cap attaching
hole. Open the outside door handle half way
and pull the cap straight out. Examine the
surface of the rubber boot to confirm there
are no holes that would allow water into the
switch. Replace the push button switch on
any vehicles with damaged switch boots.
Apply Krytox Weatherstrip Lubricant - MMNA
P/N 04773427 to the side surfaces of the
rubber boot cover. Allow a minimum of 15
minutes of drying time before reassembling.
Only Krytox should be used due to its long
term durability and lack of silicone. Silicone

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GROUP 35C
Active Stability Control System
STEERING WHEEL SENSOR (SAS)
DTC C1219 & CALIBRATION 2013-2015
Outlander Sport/RVR. If an Outlander Sport/
RVR exhibits an illuminated ASC Warning
Symbol with DTC C1219 (Abnormality in
Steering Wheel Sensor Signal), test drive
the vehicle to determine if the steering
wheel is straight when driving on a straight
flat road. If the steering wheel appears off
center, perform an alignment. If alignment is
not necessary or an alignment is performed,
recalibrate steering angle sensor according
to the procedure in Service Manual according
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Install the new o-rings to the outlet fluid
connections and reinstall the outlet to the
pump. If the o-rings are simply dislodged, but
not lost, and they are not cut or damaged,
they can be reused. If it is necessary to
replace the gasket between the fluid tank and
pump, it is available separately (PNC 84233,
p/n 8260A161).

based lubricants can adversely affect the
electrical function of the door latch immediately
below this KOS switch.

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GROUP 52B
Supplemental Restraint System
DRIVER’S SEAT SLIDE SENSOR WIRING
HARNESS DAMAGE UNDER DRIVER’S
SEAT with DTC B1556 -- 2013-2015
Outlander Sport/RVR. As published in TIN15-52B-001, MMNA has identified warranty
claims for SRS DTCs B1558 [Occupant
Classification-ECU DTC Present] and B1556
[Driver’s Seat Slide Sensor Malfunction
(Occupant Classification-ECU)] with OCM
DTC B1B8D [Driver’s Seat Slide Sensor
Open Circuit]. Additional OCM DTCs that
may also be present are: B1B8C [Driver’s
Seat Slide Sensor Circuit Performance] and
B1B8E [Driver’s Seat Slide Sensor Short
Circuit].

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GROUP 51
Exterior
üWASHER PUMP LEAKING AT FITTINGS
2013-2015 Outlander Sport/RVR. If you find
leakage at the washer pump forward of the
right front tire, or the washer is inop, check if
the washer pump fluid inlet/outlet assembly
has become dislodged from the pump (refer
to Group 51 - Exterior —> Windshield Wiper
and Washer for information). Confirm the
o-rings on the pump outlets are in place. If
o-rings are missing, it is NOT necessary to
replace the entire washer pump. Though
not available from your facing PDC, suitable
replacements can be sourced locally using
o-rings made of EPDM (Ethylene Propylene
Diene Monomer) rubber, with an I.D. of
4.8mm and a material cross section of 1.9mm
(NAPA p/n - 727-2602).

During diagnosis, technicians should check
for damage to the driver’s seat slide position
sensor harness in the location shown below.

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If a damaged harness is found, DO NOT
replace the front seat adjustor or SRS ECU
for this condition. The harness is now shown
in CAPS and is available as P/N 6979A429.
NOTE: On MUT-III, the SRS DTC B1556 is
defined as “Drivers seat position SW fail”.
Additionally, wiring for the seat belt buckle
switch, heated seat, and power seat motor (if
equipped) are found in the same under-seat
location as the harness for the driver’s seat
slide sensor. MMNA has identified claims
for inoperative function or DTCs for the seat
belt buckle switch (SRS DTC B1527 [Open],
or B1528 [Short]), heated seat, and power
seat motor that could also be related to wiring
concerns under the driver’s seat area. These
components are not serviced with the front
seat adjustor and are available separately
as identified in CAPS. Please inspect these
harnesses if inoperative functions or DTCs
exist for the driver’s seat belt buckle switch,
heated seat, and/or power seat.

Repair Procedure: Remove the Park Assist
switch from the panel. Add a 3M tape or
equivalent onto the left side of switch (as
shown above). Dimensions: L 20mm x W
10mm and thickness of 1.5mm

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GROUP 54
Chassis Electrical
FRONT AND REAR ACCESSORY PARK
ASSIST
SWITCH
INTERMITTENTLY
STICKS -- 2016 Outlander. The Park Assist
switch (located on the far left side of the
vent panel) may intermittently stick when
depressed. The left side switch slot wall
support is thin/slanted allowing the switch to
sit at an angle when fully inserted. NOTE:
Replacing the vehicle vent panel with a new
part will not resolve the concern.
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DOOR SPEAKER REPLACEMENTS -- All
Vehicles. Technicians are reminded that
a completed Door Speaker check sheet is
required whenever a speaker is replaced.
See TSB 15-54-004 for additional information
and a copy of the check sheet.

Reinstall switch and verify proper operation.
Verify switch is secured by the 2 locking tabs.
NOTE: The Park Assist switch fits slightly
proud compared to the other switches in the
vent panel. This is normal.
WINDSHIELD
WIPER
MOTORS
-Outlander Sport/RVR. Dealers are asked to
submit a Product Quality Report (PQR) for
windshield wiper motor concerns on vehicles
built after 8/8/2014.
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HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Friday 6:30am-3:30pm
Pacific Time

TECHLINE

(800) 446-6064

Techline is closed every THURSDAY
from 9:30-10:30 for a staff meeting.

Addition of an Interactive Voice Response (IVR) – Effective 3/1/2016
• Enables dealership personnel to obtain frequently requested information quickly by not
having to wait to speak to a Techline agent
• Simple and easy to understand prompts
• Allows Techline agents to address the more complex issues faster
If the information from the IVR system is not sufficient or related to the call, the phone
system will route the caller into the Techline Que where the usual in-person phone
assistance will be available.
Expanded Techline Hours – Effective 3/7/2016
• Techline will be open Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM (Pacific Time)
• Elimination of the 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Pacific Time) closing
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HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday - Friday 7:00am-4:00pm
Pacific Time

MEDIC

(800) 846-7575

MEDIC Hotline will assist with MEDIC &
Scan Tool hardware or software issues.
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INFORMATION
MitsubishiAcademy.com

Recently Launched Courses and Technician Quiz #1 for 2016

• 2017 Mirage New Model Training for Technicians and Shop Foremen (170NM) - Web-based course
• 2016 Outlander NM Training for Technicians and Shop Foremen (160NM) - Web-based course
• Scan Tool Viewer 4 (STV4) - Instructor led course
• MEDIC4 (MED4) - Instructor led course
• Manual Transmission Fundamentals (MTFW) - Web-based course
• Manual Transaxles, Transfer Cases, and Differential Controls (MTT2) - Instructor led course
• TQ0116 - Technician Quiz # 1 for 2016

2017 Outlander PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
This all NEW vehicle is launching 3rd quarter of this year. PHEV technician training will
consist of web-based and classroom instruction. Similar to i-MiEV, PHEV training will require
technicians complete prerequisite courses listed below before enrolling in the classroom
course conducted at Mitsubishi technical training centers.
• Electrical Systems Fundamentals (ES1W)
• Electrical Systems 2 Instructor led course (ES2)
• Advanced Electronic Service Procedures (AESP)
• Scan Tool Viewer (STV, STV3, or STV4)
• MEDIC 3 web-based course (ME3W)
• MEDIC 4 Instructor led course (MED4)
ASE Certification
The 2016/2017 Diamond Pro Technician Recognition Program will again include ASE
certification for Master and Master Elite technicians. To ensure your ASE results are properly
recorded in the Mitsubishi Academy, follow the steps listed below after logging in to the ASE
website. Your Mitsubishi Academy User Name must match the Company-Assigned ID as
listed on the ASE website.
1) Log on to the ASE website using your ASE User Name and Password.
2) In the blue banner near the top of the screen, Click Employer Information.
3) Confirm your Mitsubishi Academy User Name is shown as the Company-Assigned ID.
If it is correct, click log off.
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This is your Mitsubishi Academy User Name. (If your Mitsubishi Academy User Name is
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Always check MDL for schedule updates. Since Mobile Training does not appear on calendars below, contact your District Parts & Service
Manager for information about Mobile Training in your area.

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