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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.
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Technical 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 289
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TECH TALK 281
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TSB-19-54-013REV
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Smartphone Link Display Audio software to resolve several issues.
TSB-24-23-004
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides corrections to the description of special tools used to install the oil seal within the Automatic Transaxle sections of the applicable Service Manuals.
TSB-20-23-001RV4
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.
TSB-20-23-001REV
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.
TSB-24-23-001
Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the procedure for diagnostic trouble code and on-vehicle service for belt & pulley assembly on certain CVT models.
TIN21-37-001REV3
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
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
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
This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
TSB-23-23-004
This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure.
TIN-23-66-001
This is a Technical Information Notice informing dealers and parts managers about possible causes after a customer complains that the engine will not start while using the remote start system.
TSB-11-66-001REV
This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
TSB-21-52A-002RE
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts.
TSB-23-33-001
This TSB provides corrections and additional information for the Front and Rear Suspension inspection procedures. (Service Manual Revision)
TIN-21-37-001REV
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-23-11-001
This TSB provides revisions to the Removal and Installation procedures for the rocker cover due to changes in the quantity of mounting bolts for vehicles equipped with 4B1 series engine. (Service Manual Revision)
TSB-23-23-001
This TSB provides the addition of Diagnostic Procedure for CVT Belt Check for vehicles equipped with CVT type F1CJC and W1CJC. (Service Manual Revision)
TSB-22-35-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Stoplight Switch Check section, in the Service Brakes portion of the affected Service Manuals.
TSB-22-51-003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers informing them of updates to the Troubleshooting Procedure for the Windshield Wiper in the Exterior portion of the affected Service Manuals.
TSB-22-54-003
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-22-23-001REV
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers directing them to diagnose and test drive customer vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions that may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by a poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit.
TSB-22-52A-001RE
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad when customers report a condition where an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s).
TSB-21-52A-002
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the seat adjuster assembly and power seat harness in affected vehicles with improved countermeasure parts. Due to a change in the reclining motor, the new longer harness and connector are necessary.
TIN-21-00-004
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
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.
TIN-21-13-001
This Technical Information Notice provides additional instructions to dealers when replacing the Valve Cover Gasket due to a customer concern of oil leaking.
TSB-21-54A-001
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers providing instructions for repairs to perform to correct a communication error that may occur between the One-Touch Start System (OSS) and Engine Control Unit (ECU) or the Keyless Operating System (KOS) and Engine Control Unit (ECU).
TSB-21-51-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers instructing them to replace both sides of the wheel arch molding when customers report a condition in vehicles equipped with a front wheel arch molding displays a gap between the front wheel arch molding and the fender.
TSB-20-23C-001
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs dealers to replace the CVT-ECU with a counter-measure part to change the setting of the solenoid valve voltage monitoring circuit.
TIN-20-52A-002
Technical Information Notice sent to dealerships that additional circuit codes for the Driver's Seat Slide Sensor Circuits may appear and dealers should check for damage to the driverâs seat slide position sensor harness.
TSB-20-15-001
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers a rattle noise may be heard from the Heat Protector of the Exhaust Manifold and instructs dealers to replace the Heat Protector Assembly with a new part.
TSB-20-14-002
This TSB instructs dealers a condition where the coolant temperature warning light illuminates and a coolant leak is found at the hose connection and to replace the old hose clamp with a countermeasure clamp and to replace the old water hose with a new water hose.
TT-20-00-002
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TIN-20-52A-001
This Technical Information Notice serves as a reminder that if a vehicle arrives with a complaint related to a seat belt tongue not staying in place or that slides down to the floor, always default to searching for applicable TSBs, Tech Talk articles, and TINs first.
TSB-20-23-001
Certain vehicles with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions may exhibit a shudder or surge condition possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. With continued driving under these conditions, the CVT belt may slip repeatedly when accelerating, and abrasion powder may enter the hydraulic pressure circuit, causing a warning light to turn on. This TSB instructs dealers to diagnose and test drive vehicles exhibiting this condition. *This TSB may also apply to later model years with F1CJC/W1CJC (CVT-8) transmissions.
TSB-20-52A-001
This TSB updates the Interior & Supplemental Restraint (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update the disassembly procedure of the front seat assembly with these additional parts: Seat heater harness, Front seat hinge protector, and Slide sensor harness.
TSB-20-31-001
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.
TSB-19-52A-006
This is a TSB that was sent to dealers to inform them that due to stress applied intensively onto the left and right rear end portion of the seat cushion by a passenger, the cushion may sink down and rub against the edges of the metal seat frame. This in turn may cause the damaged urethane material to turn to powder and fall on the floor carpet. This TSB provides a repair procedure to replace the damaged seat cushion pad, and apply tape on the frame to help prevent future damage.
TT253
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-52A-004
This is a revised Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers, to inform them that this TSB supersedes TSB-17-52A-003, to add Outlander PHEV and additional model years for Outlander and Outlander Sport, and to update parts and procedures to help resolve the power seat movement.
TSB-19-35-002REV
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, to inform them that this TSB supersedes TSB-19-35-002, issued January 2019, to update symptoms in the Purpose section, and to remove Outlander PHEV from the Affected Vehicles.
TSB-19-23-008
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, to provide updates to the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct general information for the CVT lock-up control.
TSB-19-52A-003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers, informing them of updates to the Interior and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the front pillar trim assembly installation procedure.
TSB-19-00-008
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-19-52B-006
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct minor errors in the diagnosis for DTC B1631.
TSB1954013
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. this bulletin instructs dealers to use a software update that is now available, for the Smartphone Link Display Audio built by JVC Kenwood. The update resolves several issues, including: audio-related concerns, language translation error on the display in French, MPG (miles per gallon) displayed on screen instead of "fuel consumption," and EV charge cost history is occasionally erased when power switch is turned On or Off. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-54-004, issued June, 2018 to add additional affected vehicles and to restate the importance of updating each vehicle with the correct vehicle specific software file.
TSB1900002
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the General section of the affected Service Manuals, to add model codes XTUHL2M and XTUHZL2M for U.S. Vehicles and XTFHZL3M for Canada vehicles.
TSB1923005
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the torque converter pressure in the standard hydraulic pressure table.
TSB1927002
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Rear Axle section of the affected Service Manuals, to correct the quantity of rear differential gear oil used.
TSB-19-13-003
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-19-42A-006
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to all dealers. This Bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manual to add a Caution to the installation service points of the TPMS valve (rubber snap-in type only).
TSB-19-54-010
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.
TSB-19-42A-003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manual, to correct the tightening torque for the liftgate removal and installation procedure, and to correct a non-reusable part indicator.
TSB1942B003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
TSB1952B005
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1954008
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB-19-23-003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Automatic Transmission section of the affected Service Manual, to include steps for the shift indicator panel removal and installation procedure.
TIN-19-37-001
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-19-35-002
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers to how to fix a condition of a metallic knocking sound coming from the rear brakes. Affected vehicles experience this condition when the brake is applied while driving at low speeds, or on driving on uneven roads. Dealers are instructed to replace the rear brake pad clips (upper and lower) with new parts on affected vehicles, and to apply grease between the brake pad and caliper support.
TSB-19-42B-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) function. Dealers are instructed to re- register the ley using "Customer Key Programming" procedure in the Owner's Manual. This bulletin also provides Summary Table for Function Customization & Key Programming.
TSB-18-42A-004
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to add the type of the hood latch mounting bolt and to correct the tightening torque for the hood.
TSB-18-13-003
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.
TIN-18-23-004
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. The notice informs dealers of some reported coolant leaking from the transmission cooler line hoses at the CVT8 fluid cooler. The notice informs dealers that MMNA is looking to collect 3 complete sets of those CVT8 fluid coolers with the hoses and clamps undisturbed, in order for MMC to perform a duplication test to confirm the area of leakage.
TSB-18-54-002
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.?
TSB-18-54-003
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the ETACS ECU with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's doors are opened or dome light is switched to "ON."
TIN-18-54-003REV
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).
TSB-18-52A-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. Customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. This TSB instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and reclining adjusting lever (driver and/or passenger side) with a countermeasure part, to prevent fraying of the seat belt should it get caught under the lever, on affected vehicles.
TIN-18-54-003
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
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
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
TT237
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TIN1754003
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.
TIN1754002
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.
TSB-17-00-009
This is a revised Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, providing the revised technical specifications for the 2017 Outlander Sport.
TIN-17-23-001
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a Continuously Variable Transmission.
TIN1737001
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).
DASPartNumberIns
This is a communication sent to dealers, to request inspection of certain vehicles to verify that they've received the correct audio unit.
TSB-16-54-006
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-16-00-013
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN THAT WAS SENT TO DEALERS TO PROVIDE THEM WITH THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE 2017 OUTLANDER SPORT.
TSB-16-00-014
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, CONTAINING NEW MODEL FEATURES AND SERVICE INFORMATION FOR THE 2017 OUTLANDER SPORT.
15-US-01-16
EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD SERVICE PARTS AVAILABLE FOR REPAIRS. SEVERAL OF THE EXHAUST PIPE HEAT SHIELD COMPONENTS ARE NOW AVAILALBE AS SERVICE PARTS. WHEN REPAIRING A VEHICLE FOR A NOISE DUE TO A LOOSE HEAT SHIELD, DO NOT REPLACE THE CENTER EXHAUST PIPE WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTOR IF THE HEAT SHIELD CAN BE SERVICED SEPARATELY.
2017-VIN
Use this chart to decode vehicle identification numbers for 2-17 model year MMNA vehicles.
TSB-16-00-001
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.
TT218
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-15-54-004
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
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT195
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TTIndex12
This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
TT194
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
TT193
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT192
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT191
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
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.