TECH TALK - VOLUME 281
JULY/AUGUST 2024
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Technical Information - Page 1
TSB/TIN/ATIN Review - Page 13
Technical Training - Page 14
News & Notes - Page 15

UPCOMING HOLIDAYS
Labor Day - September 2

2024 3rd Quarter
Technician Quiz TQ032024
Available from July 1 September 30, 2024
Dealer personnel must
successfully complete the
quiz no later than:
September 30, 2024

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
PROPER TIGHTENING PROCEDURE FOR BRAKE PIPE FLARE
AFFECTED VEHICLES

ALL

CONCERN

If the flare nut is tightened when the brake pipe is misaligned, the tip of
the brake pipe may not be sealed properly, resulting in brake fluid leakage.
This article introduces the proper tightening procedure for the brake pipe
flare nut.
Incorrect Tightening Procedure
The flare nut tightening with the brake pipe misaligned.

Flare
nut
Brake
pipe
misalignment

Leakage area

Correct Tightening Procedure
1. Pull the brake pipe towards the flare nut.
2. While maintaining the brake pipe and flare nut contact, tighten the flare
nut by hand until the brake pipe and the flare nut are seated.
3. Be sure to tighten the flare nut to the specified torque.

Brake
pipe
Flare
nut

PULL

Note: Use an appropriate tool, such as a flare nut wrench, to remove/refit
the flare nut.

Maintain contact

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CAUTION WHEN ASSEMBLING FRONT COIL SPRING AND STRUT
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2022-2024 Outlander

CONCERN

There is an inaccurate illustration for front coil spring installation in the service manual
(Assembly > Suspension - Front Suspension - Removal and Installation - Front Coil Spring and
Strut. The service manual will be revised after July 2024.
Please note that the front coil spring must be set so that the paint mark is 1.25 turns from
the bottom end, not from the upper end.
Correct illustration to install coil springs:

Correct
Illustration

Incorrect illustration currently shown in the service manual:

Incorrect
Illustration

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CHARGING PROCEDURES FOR 12V AUXILIARY BATTERY
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All

CONCERN

Insufficient battery charge may cause the battery to be dead, and may affect battery life.
Overcharging the battery may cause battery failure.
This article describes charging information for 12V auxiliary batteries.
Follow the procedures in the service manual and operation manual attached to the charger.
1. Remove the battery from the vehicle and then remove the plugs.
• Caution 1: While the battery is in use (charging), flammable gas is generated, so the use
of fire is strictly prohibited.
• Caution 2: Failure to this operation may cause the on-vehicle electronics to be damaged
by excessive current flow.
2. Check the battery fluid level before charging. If the liquid level decrease to near LOWER
LEVEL, replenish the battery liquid to UPPER LEVEL.
3. Estimated charging time is 5 to 12 hours. The time required to complete charging
depends on the degree of discharge.
4. After charging is completed, wait about 30 minutes for the gas to escape, and then install
the plugs.
Charging Current and Charging Time
In principle, the battery is charged with a current of 10% of the battery capacity (normal
charging). Charging time is about 12 hours from 0% to 100% charge completion.
If battery capacity is unknown, refer the table below as a guide for charging current. (JIS
standard)

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REGISTERING MORE THAN ONE KOS KEY
AFFECTED VEHICLES
All

CONCERN

When registering more than one KOS (Keyless Operation System) key, if other keys are
brought into the vehicle, they may not be registered correctly, and the vehicle may
not recognize the key. In this case, the following issues may occur:
- The engine cannot be started
- The keyless operation (locking/unlocking the doors) does not work
- The error message "Key not found" appears
Note: The same event occurs with no batteries in the KOS key.
KOS key

CAUSE

When registering more than one KOS key, if other keys are present in the vehicle, radio
interference may cause communication between the vehicle and the KOS key to fail, resulting
in registration as an “Emergency key” which cannot communicate wirelessly.
Also, when commercial electric appliances are attached to the key, the communication with
the KOS key will be disturbed, resulting in key registration failure.
Precautions:
✓ When registering more than one KOS key, always be sure to bring one key at a time into the
vehicle
✓ After registering the key, take it out of the vehicle and then bring the next KOS key into the
vehicle and register it
✓ When registering the key, remove all the commercial electric appliances
✓ After the keyless operation keys are registered, check that each of the keyless operation keys
starts the engine and that the keyless operation function and keyless entry operates normally
Excerpt from ID Registration Procedure Manual:

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BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2022-2024 Outlander

CONCERN

One or more of the following DTCs may set in either of the side radars. These DTCs are
not listed in the 2022-2024 Outlander Service Manuals.
SIDE RADAR LEFT (SIDE RADAR LH):
•
U1B26-11 Circuit (Short/Open) 2
•
U1B26-15 Circuit (Short/Open) 1
SIDE RADAR RIGHT (SIDE RADAR RH)
•
•

U1B26-11 Circuit (Short/Open) 2
U1B46-15 Circuit (Short/Open) 1

CAUSE

The listed DTCs are typically caused by a concern with the Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
indicator in the applicable side miorr or the BSW indicator circuit between the mirror and
side radar.

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FENDER EFFECTS SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2020-2024 Mirage

PARTS INFORMATION

MZ331590 – Fender Effects (Black Edition)
MZ331591 – Fender Effects (RalliArt Edition)

CONCERN

Mirage Fender Effects are separating from the vehicle along the rearward section of
the quarter panels. When repairing or installing the fender effects, please take note of
the key points below.

1) This accessory comes with blue “starting” tape to assist in peeling off the tape’s red
release paper. At times when pulled, this blue section will separate before peeling up part
of the red release paper. If an installer does not notice the red release paper did not peel off
the tape, that section will not adhere proper to the vehicle.

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FENDER EFFECTS SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE (Continued)
2) When positioning the quarter panel effect into the wheel well, it is possible to flex and
deform the bracket. If not corrected, the enlarged gap can cause the quarter panel effect to
separate from the vehicle. To realign the bracket, gently squeeze the bracket, quarter panel,
and quarter panel effect together before securing bolt.

3) When tightening the front bracket on the quarter panel effect, do not over torque the bolt.
Over torquing will be deform and misalign the bracket. This deformation pulls the quarter panel
effect and separates it from the vehicle. Ensure the bracket is properly aligned and torqued to
the 3 Nm, per the IM.

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FENDER EFFECTS SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE (Continued)
OVER TORQUED

CORRECTLY TORQUED

4) When aligning the rear bumper affect, position these points below, in order, to achieve the
proper gap and maximum adhesion.
a) Align corner of rear bumper effect to
bottom corner of bumper.
b) Align bottom of rear bumper effect tight to
inner wheel well and bottom of bumper.
c) Align top corner of rear bumper effect to
the top corner of bumper.

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FENDER EFFECTS SEPARATING FROM VEHICLE (Continued)
Vehicle accessory fitment
• Check that all bolts are securely torqued, and all clips are fastened securely in place.
• Make sure that double-sided tape is securely attached, and the trim is flushed with vehicle
surface.

DISCHARGED 12V ACCESSORY BATTERY
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2023-2024 Outlander Plug-in Hybrid

CONCERN

Vehicle is determined to have a discharged 12V accessory battery.
After either
charging or replacing the 12V battery, the battery quickly discharges and the
technician identifies an abnormal draw on the battery.
The technician should disconnect the front passenger seat model and recheck. If the draw
diminishes, then inspect the passenger seat switch (refer to image below).

CAUSE

The passenger seat switch may get stuck causing a draw to the 12V system. The
solution recommended is to replace PN-6922A242 which should resolve the draw on the
battery.

Mitsubishi Motors North America would like to acknowledge John Skill from
Bertera Mitsubishi for submitting this informative article. Thank you!

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A/C COOLING PERFORMANCE
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2022-2024 Outlander

CONCERN

In the past weeks, Techline has seen an increase in questions about A/C cooling performance.
Below is a pressure chart which may be useful to determine what, if any, diagnostic steps may be
necessary.
If the system pressure is not within specs, refer to the Symptom Diagnosis section in the Service
Manual which provides possible causes and corrections to help technicians restore proper A/C
operation.

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FUEL GAUGE INOPERABLE
AFFECTED VEHICLES

2011-2024 Outlander Sport

CONCERN

Customers may report the fuel gauge does not properly register, if at all.
The Outlander Sport has two separate circuits for the Fuel Level Sensors. If one has been
compromised by rodent damage, the gauge will not operate properly.
The FWD model has a jumper in place of the sender that is used on the AWD models (see diagram
below). Rodents may get to the connector, chew the wires, causing the gauge failure.

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INOPERABLE CAMERA
AFFECTED VEHICLES

2022-2024 Outlander (equipped with Multi Around Monitor)

CONCERN

Customers may complain that the Multi Around View camera on 2022-2024 Outlander is
inoperable. The technician should:
• Duplicate the concern
• If duplicated, press the camera button on the IVI until to check all cameras
• Once concern is verified and all DTC scan has been performed, the technician may find no
related DTCs and may also find "Non-equipped System or Communication error "when
viewing printed all DTC list (shown below).
• A "NC" may also be seen when viewing the system list
• After duplication and DTC scan, technician should proceeed to the service manual and follow
the Symptom Diagnosis found on page 321 of the AUDIO, VISUAL & NAVIGATION SYSTEM in
the applicable Service and Owners Publications.
• The technician can also reference page 319 for the Multi Around Monitor Control Unit POWER
SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT.

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TSB/TIN/ATIN/SC/SR REVIEW
Since Tech Talk 280, the following
bulletins have been published:

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TECHNICAL TRAINING COURSE SCHEDULE

Atlanta Technical Training Center - Southeast Region
801 Interstate West Parkway, Lithia Spring, GA 30122
Airport: Atlanta (ATL)
(770) 732-3000

New Jersey Technical Training Center - Northeast Region
516 Heron Drive, Swedesboro NJ 08085
(856) 467-7100
Airport: Philadelphia (PHL)

Franklin Technical Training Center
1552 Columbia Avenue, Franklin TN 37064
(657) 238-2891
Airport: Nashville (BNA)

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NEWS RELEASE

MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Public Relations Department
4031 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 650
Franklin, TN 37068
www.mitsubishicars.com

MITSUBISHI MOTORS ANNOUNCES MOMENTUM 2030,
NORTH AMERICAN FIVE-YEAR BUSINESS PLAN
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●

Momentum 2030 North America plan defined by four key points:
o Electrification will advance with a blend of powertrains – hybrid, plug-in hybrid, battery electric
o One new or completely refreshed vehicle to debut each year between fiscal 2026 and fiscal
2030; new vehicles to be introduced across more segments
o Dealer-count to increase to cover more sales markets across the U.S.; new-design dealerships to
be introduced
o Technology and innovation will be the hallmark of MMNA’s sales, marketing, and customer
satisfaction processes
MMNA reconfirms commitment to its dealer partners and the dealership sales model

FRANKLIN, Tenn., May 16, 2024 – Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) today announced details of
its forward-looking North American business plan, dubbed “Mitsubishi Motors Momentum 2030”, outlining
business and product plans that start immediately and run through fiscal-year 2030. The plan was first revealed
to the company’s dealer partners in a national dealer meeting in Nashville, Tenn., on May 14, and was met with
considerable enthusiasm and excitement.
“Mitsubishi Motors is at a pivotal point in North America, charting a bold, clear and attainable plan for our
future success in the United States,” said Mark Chaffin, MMNA president and CEO, of the plan. “Back in 2018,
we started to consider our path forward, and that plan brought us a new headquarters location in Tennessee;
new vehicle launches that led to record Internet search results, sales records and brand successes; and
outstanding dealer partners winning customer satisfaction awards. Momentum 2030 will build on that, setting
the stage for new powertrains and vehicles being introduced, new dealerships being opened, and new
technologies being developed to make the shopping and ownership experience faster, easier and more
enjoyable.”
The path to Momentum 2030 is defined by four key points:
•
•
•
•

A path to electrification
A path to a renewed and expanded product line-up that will strengthen Mitsubishi Motors in North
America
A path to a modernized retail sales model
A path to network expansion and sales growth

In revealing Momentum 2030 to the company’s dealer partners, Mark Chaffin discussed how MMNA will
continue its move toward vehicle electrification between now and fiscal 2030, with a vehicle lineup powered by
a selection of advanced-technology internal combustion engines, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and battery electrics.
Additionally, Chaffin announced the product highlights that will define the company’s showroom lineup going
forward: two all-new vehicles to debut into segments in which the company does not currently compete, as well

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NEWS RELEASE CONTINUED

as a new or completely refreshed vehicle to debut each year between fiscal 2026 and fiscal 2030. By fiscal 2030,
MMNA’s vehicle lineup in the U.S. will nearly double from today’s four vehicles.
A further benefit of Momentum 2030 also will be the boost to Mitsubishi Motors’ investment across North
America in both people and production, as some vehicles will be produced locally utilizing Alliance assets.
MMNA will be a leader in industry change and evolution. The modernized sales and service model is highlighted
by future developments that will see more technology introduced into the sales process, as the brand’s new
customers skew younger and more tech-savvy.
Looking to the future of the company’s retail model, MMNA will expand into new markets around the U.S. in
which it does not currently have a retail footprint, in order to make the company’s vehicles more accessible to
more customers. This is expected to bring an increase in the company’s sales numbers between now and 2030.
New retail concepts will define the future look and feel of these new facilities.
Chaffin closed the recent dealer meeting by saying, “The next 10 years will be great for this brand. MMC is
making a significant investment to ensure our collective future. Momentum 2030 will drive more sales, more
service, more Mitsubishi vehicles on the road and more Mitsubishi dealer partners around the country. Yes, this
is our time, Team Mitsubishi.”

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