TECH TALK 290
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Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
Vehicle report
2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
Service bulletins
85 bulletinsTechnical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.
TECH TALK 287
Other
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TSB-24-37-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Manual Revision -This Technical Service Bulletin provides steering lock bolt changes for the steering column shaft disassembly and assembly sections of the applicable service manuals.
TIN21-37-001REV3
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Revised Technical Information Notice provides dealers with the requirements needed to be entered into the Photo Required Condition & Pre-Approval Center (PRC) for a vehicle pulling/drifting and/or with steering wheel off-center concerns.
DEALER LETTER
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
TSB-23-00-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
TSB-23-00-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
TSB-23-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides the disassembly/reassembly procedures for the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Transmitter. (Service Manual Revision)
TSB-23-33-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)
TIN-21-37-001REV
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Revised Technical Information Notice advising dealers of the instructions to follow when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel off-center concerns.
TSB-22-23-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to provide an update to the Maintenance Procedure section, in the Automatic Transmission portion of the affected Service Manual.
TSB-22-11-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to provide an update to the Engine and Intake Manifold section of the affected Service Manuals and advises of new flange bolts available for use.
TSB-22-54-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
TSB-21-13-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers updating content for the Basic Brake section of the affected Service Manuals.
TIN-21-00-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them Owner Manuals (OM) are now available electronically beginning with Model Year 2015.
TSB-21-34-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them a shock absorber oil leak may result in replacement of absorbers unnecessarily when trace amounts of oil are noted to have adhered to the shock absorber.
TSB-20-15-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Service Bulletin informing dealers an abnormal noise coming from the exhaust area and may occur due to vibration between the exhaust hanger and body side bracket and intructs dealers to replace the two identified hanger rubber parts with new parts.
TIN-20-55B-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Information Notice to dealerships. Due to the increased occurrence of Mirage/Mirage G4 vehicles exhibiting faulty air conditioning systems caused by low/high refrigerant levels; MMNA would like to remind all Dealer Service Personnel of the correct procedures when submitting warranty claims of this distinction.
MIC-MITS-2020080
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Publications Report for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. - July 2020
TSB-20-42A-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB instructs dealers to replace the Fuel Filler Door Panel Assembly with a new countermeasure part, replace the clip and paint the Fuel Filler Door Panel, as appropriate.
TIN-20-11A-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers requesting all Dealer Service Personnel to be on alert for Squealing/chirping noise coming from the Alternator Belt.
TSB-20-51-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the Exterior section of the affected Service Manuals to add information to the Windshield Wiper and Washer Removal and Installation procedures.
TSB-20-35-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB updates the Service Brakes section of the affected Service Manuals to correct errors in Active Stability Control System Diagnosis of wheel speed sensor codes.
TSB-20-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.
TIN-19-31-001REV
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice (TIN) that was sent to dealers to remind them that MMNA is looking for a scramble opportunity on a Mirage or Mirage G4 that displays ?TPMS light on? issue with ?tire ID reception fail? DTC. This TIN also supersedes TIN-19-31-001REV, issued May, 2019, to add 2020 model year Mirage and Mirage G4 vehicles, and to update MMNA contact information.
TT253
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-42A-007
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, informing them that "Group 4-Corrosion Protection" section has been added to the Service Manual.
TSB-19-00-008
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TSB-19-23-006
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals to update procedures for CVT F1CJB, including diagnosis, maintenance, and transaxle disassembly and reassembly.
TIN1931001REV
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers. This notice informs dealers that MMNA is looking for a scramble opportunity on a Mirage or Mirage G4 that displays "TPMS light on" issue with "tire ID reception fail" DTC. If a vehicle has C1911, C1921, C1931, or C1941 active or stored then dealers are instructed to stop the diagnosis process and create a Techline case. This notice was re-released to remind all dealers to call Techline for TPMS concerns on affected models.
TSB1954012
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with instructions for updating the Rockford Fosgate system's software to properly sound tune the Rockford Fosgate system when a Display Audio System (DAS) is present. This bulletin supersedes TSB-16-54-003, issued September, 2016, to add Mirage G4, additional model years for Mirage, and update affected part numbers.
TSB-19-13-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes. Once symptoms and DTCs are confirmed, dealers should replace the following relays with anti- freezing types: ETV, A/T (CVT), injector, and starter. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-13-003, issued December, 2018, to add Eclipse Cross, applicable Canadian models, and countermeasure dates.
TSB-19-54-010
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers. The bulletin also provides a comprehensive Hands-free/FUSE Information Sheet to guide the service writer in getting complete and accurate details from the customer. With this information, dealer personnel can answer questions and conduct an efficient diagnosis to resolve customer concerns as quickly as possible.
TIN-19-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to all dealers. This notice informs dealers that Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is looking for a scramble opportunity on a Mirage or Mirage G4 that displays "TPMS light on" issue with "tire ID reception fail" DTC. If a vehicle has C1911, C1921, C1931, or C1941 active or stored then dealers are instructed to stop the diagnosis process and create a Techline case. Once a Techline case is created, dealers are referred to a MMNA associate that will provide further assistance.
TSB-19-33-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manual, to add a note that recommends that a compensator is used to measure the camber.
TSB-19-34-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Suspension section of the affected Service Manual, to make updates to the rear wheel alignment check and adjustment procedures.
TSB-19-52B-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manual, to correct the Check Chart to the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) list.
TIN-19-37-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice, sent to dealers, informing them that they must submit required documents and photographs when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel off-center concerns (while under warranty). This Notice supersedes TIN-17-37-001 released in July, 2017, to expand affected models and model years.
TSB-19-33-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front suspension section of the affected Service Manuals, to update the check and replacement procedures of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
TSB-19-52B-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Interior and Supplemental Restraint (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update the Removal and Installation procedure of seat belts with pre-tensioner (seat belt anchor adjuster has been added).
TSB-19-35-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Service Brakes section of the affected Service Manuals to add information on push rod depth adjustment during removal and installation of the brake master cylinder and brake booster assemblies.
TSB-18-13-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes. Once symptoms and DTCs are confirmed, dealers should replace the following relays with anti- freezing types: ETV, A/T (CVT), injector, and starter.
TSB1852B001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to reprogram the SRS-ECU with updated software that corrects an issue when the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air Bag Warning Lamp illuminates with DTC B1479 (SRS-ECU Backup capacitor circuit voltage too Low.)
TSB-18-42A-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, to inform them of updates to the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque of the door window glass and power window regulator fixing bolts.
TIN1823003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, informing them that this TIN supersedes TIN-18-23-001 and TIN-18-23-002, to state that the collection of parts requested in those documents has been completed--MMNA has now collected enough complete sets of CVT fluid coolers with hoses and clamps for a sufficient coolant investigation. Dealers are to follow the normal diagnostic and repair procedures for coolant leakage from CVT hoses.
TSB-18-54-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for resolving customer's report that Bluetooth pairing code given by the Hands Free Link system does not work for certain smartphone models, namely, Samsung Galaxy and Sony Xperia. For these smartphone models, the pairing code for Bluetooth connection must be set to a fixed code of ?0000.? This TSB instructs dealers how to register these smartphones using the pairing code ?0000.?
TIN-18-31-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to notify them that warranty claims have been received because of concerns of TPMS light illumination. TPMS DTCs C1911, C1921, C1931, and/or C1941 were usually reported. Many dealers have been replacing the affected TPMS transmitters. Investigation results of the replaced transmitters are "NTF"(no trouble found). The notice references the Service Manual diagnostic procedure for the TPMS transmitter. The Service Manual states, "the TPMS transmitter which cannot be checked may be faulty or the ID code may not be registered, thus do not replace it, but register the ID code. If the transmitter is faulty, it is replaced in the ID code registration process."
TIN-18-54-003REV
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, informing them of an update for the Display Audio System w/Smartphone Link unit if the customer complains of a rear view camera freezing issue while backing up. Steps are provided to help complete the update. This notice is a revision of TIN-18-54-003, to clarify the affected audio system, and to add details about using the Mobis CSM System website (dealer login and file download).
TIN-18-23-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. It informs dealers of some reported coolant leaking from the transmission cooler line hoses at the CVT7 fluid cooler. The notice informs dealers that MMNA is looking to collect 5 complete sets of those CVT7 fluid coolers with the hoses and clamps undisturbed, in order for MMC to perform a duplication test to confirm the area of leakage.
TIN-18-54-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. It informs dealers that some customers may have experienced a rear view camera freezing issue while backing up. Mobis has released a fix for this issue. Dealers are to update the DAS unit on a customer complaint basis.
TIN-18-13-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. This notice informs dealers how to address stored DTCs (including P0657) in extremely cold ambient temperatures. Dealers can remedy this by replacing the throttle actuator control (TAC) relay.
MEDICUpdate517
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
TT237
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TIN-18-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, it informs dealers of the appropriate procedure when completing a TPMS sensor claim.
TIN1754003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is an Advance Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to inform them of the issues described in TIN-17-54-002 (unresponsive audio system buttons after making a phone call using an iPhone® with iOS 11.0 or 11.0.1 and Apple CarPlay?) have now been resolved with iOS 11.1, released by Apple on November 1, 2017.
TSB-17-52B-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, to inform them of updates to the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update removal and installation procedures of the side airbag module.
TIN1754002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice that was sent to dealers, to provide a temporary countermeasure for vehicles equipped with Display Audio with Smartphone Link and connected to iPhones that have updated to the recently-released iOS 11.0 or 11.0.1. Vehicles equipped with Display Audio with Smartphone Link and connected to iPhones with iOS 11.0 or 11.0.1, after making a phone call, can lose certain audio system functions.
MEDICUpdate492
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that updates to the the 2014, 2015, 2017 Mirage, and 2017 Mirage G4 Service Manuals will be available.
TIN-17-23-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a Continuously Variable Transmission.
TIN1737001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice, sent to dealers, informing them that they must submit required documents and photographs when performing a wheel alignment check and adjustment on an affected vehicle with a customer concern of pulling/drifting and/or steering wheel off-center concerns (while under warranty).
TSB-17-37-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was provided to dealers, to update the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to make corrections to the Torque Sensor check conditions in the Power Steering Diagnosis Data List Reference Table.
TSB-17-23-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, to provide instructions for reprogramming the CVT ECU with updated software to minimize shift shock.
TIN-17-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers to clarify the photo submission requirements when dealers submit claims for TPMS sensor replacements.
TSB-16-54-006
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) WAS SENT TO DEALERS TO INFORM THEM THAT SOME VEHICLES WITH ONE-TOUCH START SYSTEM MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE IGNITION CANNOT BE TURNED OFF WHEN BATTERY VOLTAGE DROPS. THIS TSB ALSO INCLUDES INSTRUCTION FOR DEALERS TO PROVIDE EXPLANATIONS TO CUSTOMERS REGARDING SYMPTOMS DUE TO LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE AND THAT BATTERY VOLTAGE SHOULD BE CHECKED AS PART OF ROUTINE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE.
TSB-16-54-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN THAT PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS TO DEALERS FOR UPDATING THE ROCKFORD FOSGATE SYSTEM'S SOFTWARE.
TIN-16-31-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A TECHNICAL INFORMATION NOTICE SENT OUT TO DEALERS, INFORMING THEM THAT PHOTOS ARE REQUIRED WHEN REPLACING TMPS SENSORS UNDER WARRANTY.
TSB-16-42B-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, THAT WAS SENT TO DEALERS, REGARDING REVISIONS TO THE BODY REPAIR MANUAL.
TSB-16-005
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDED TO DEALERS, HIGHLIGHTING NEW MODEL FEATURES, SERVICE, AND OPTION PACKAGE INFORMATION FOR THE 2017 MIRAGE G4.
TIN-16-54-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION TO INFORM DEALERS THAT CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE UPDATED THEIR ANDROID DEVICE TO THE LATEST VERSION (APK 1.6) MAY NOTICE AN ISSUE WITH VOICE RECOGNITION CANCELATION WHEN USING THE ANDROID AUTO FEATURE WITH THE DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM WITH SMARTPHONE LINK (DAS) ON CERTAIN 2017 MIRAGE AND MIRAGE G4 VEHICLES. DEALERS WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN THE SOFTWARE UPDATE IS AVAILABLE. AT THAT TIME, MMNA WILL DISTRIBUTE THE UPDATE AS NEEDED. GOOGLE WILL ALSO INCLUDE A FIX IN THEIR NEXT ANDROID UPDATE, WHICH IS EXPECTED TO BE AVAILABLE IN APPROXIMATELY 6 MONTHS.
TIN-16-54-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
THIS IS A TECHNICAL INFORMATION NOTICE SENT TO DEALERS, TO REQUEST THAT THEY UPDATE ALL COVERED VEHICLES WITH SMART DISPLAY AUDIO (SDA) HEAD UNITS, WHICH MIGHT HAVE LEFT THE FACTORY WITHOUT THE UPDATED SOFTWARE.
2017 VIN CHART
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use this chart to decode Vehicle Identification Numbers ffor 2017 model year MMNA vehicles.
2017-VIN
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Use this chart to decode vehicle identification numbers for 2-17 model year MMNA vehicles.
TSB-16-00-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
General PDI Procedure s for 2017 Models (except EV and PHEV) This bulletin contains general Pre-Delivery Inspection Procedures, both technical and detail, for 2017 model year Mitsubishi vehicles (exc. i-MiEV and Outlander PHEV) If required, additional Technical Service Bulletins will be issued for model - specific PDI Procedures.
TSB-16-00-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Technical Specifications - 2017 Mirage
TSB-16-00-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New Model features & Service Information - 2017 Mirage
TT218
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-15-54-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
TT217
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TTIndex12
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
TT194
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TT193
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.