TECH TALK 289
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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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2018 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT
Service bulletins
95 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 281
Other
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin instructs the dealer to update the Smartphone Link Display Audio software to resolve several issues.
TSB-24-23-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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-23-23-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections to the CVT maintenance procedure.
TIN-23-66-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Technical Service Bulletin contains technical information and troubleshooting for the accessory Remote Engine Start system for affected vehicles.
TSB-21-52A-002RE
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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-23-23-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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-22-23-001REV
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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.
TIN-21-13-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
TIN-20-52A-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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-20-54A-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB updates the affected Service Manual Data List Reference tables within the Chassis Electrical section. These changes are being made to correct the Left, Right, and Center Reflection Amplitudes within the table.
TSB-20-14-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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-20-00-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB updates the General section of the affected Service Manuals, to change the vehicle identification number (VIN) information for U.S. and Canada models.
TSB-20-23-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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-20-42A-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to add information (including a Caution) to the windshield Removal and Installation procedure for vehicles equipped with Forward Collision Mitigation System (FCM), Lane Departure Warning System (LDW), and Automatic High Beam System (AHB).
TSB-20-52A-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin advises that tire chains are NOT approved for use on any 2016 - 2020 Mitsubishi vehicle.
TSB-20-42B-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A 2018 Outlander Sport Body Repair Manual was not issued. Use the 2011 Body Repair Manual (MSSP-217B-2011) along with this TSB for complete body repair information on the 2018 Outlander Sport.
TSB-19-52A-006
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-52A-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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-19-00-013
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that was sent to dealers, to provide updates to the General section of the affected Service Manuals, to add model codes XTJHL2M & XTJHZL2M for U.S. and XTFHZL3M for Canada vehicles.
TSB-19-52A-003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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-19-52B-006
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 Manuals, to correct minor errors in the diagnosis for DTC B1631.
TSB1954013
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
TSB1927002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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-19-42A-006
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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).
TSB1942B003
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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 Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
TSB1954008
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
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-19-35-002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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
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.
TIN-18-00-011
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. The notice informs dealers that two questionnaire forms have been made available on Mitsubishi Dealer Link (MDL). The questionnaires are to identify how two frequent repairs (loss of Key Fob registration and tire/wheel imbalance) are happening. Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) is requesting dealers to complete the appropriate questionnaire during the customer interview process.
TIN-18-23-004
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
TSB1854009
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides instructions for replacing the Display Audio 2 systems exhibiting one or more of the following conditions in cold temperatures: 1) No sound from the audio unit; 2) Audio unit will not switch from radio mode; 3) Audio unit receives an AM/FM signal, but not HD.
TSB-18-52A-001
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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-18-13-001
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-17-00-006
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. It instructs dealers to complete and submit a Product Quality Report if they encounter any vehicle issues.
TIN-17-00-007
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers. It informs dealers that an addendum to the Owner?s Manual is being printed and inserted into each vehicle?s Quick Reference Guide.
TSB-17-00-012
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It contains Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) procedures that dealers must perform when preparing subject vehicles for sale and delivery.
TSB-17-00-013
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, containing 2018 Outlander PHEV technical specifications, that was sent to dealers.
TSB-17-00-014
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It informs dealers of important new model service information and features for the 2018 Outlander PHEV.
2018OutlanderPHE
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them of the required service tools for proper diagnosis and repair.
TIN1731002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to inform them a white torque check paint mark has been added onto each black wheel lug and lock after it has been properly torqued to specification. Dealers must immediately clean off all white paint marks using a wash cloth when taking receipt of the vehicles.
18VINsNov
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a VIN Decoder Chart sent to dealers, to inform them how to decode Vehicle Identification Numbers for 2018 model year MMNA vehicles.
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.
BSWHARNESS
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a communication that was sent to dealers, for replacement of rear sensor harness.
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.
MEDICUpdate490
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that the 2018 Outlander Service Manual will be available.
TSB1700010
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, with the Technical Specifications for the 2018 Outlander, that was sent to dealers.
TSB1700011
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, with the New Model Features & Service Information for the 2018 Outlander, that was sent to dealers.
TSB-17-00-007
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, providing the technical specifications for the 2018 Outlander Sport.
TSB-17-00-008
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, highlighting new model service information and features for the 2018 Outlander Sport.
15-US-01-16
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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.
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.