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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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.
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.
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-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-23-11-001
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)
TECH TALK 271
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
TECH TALK 270
Tech Talk is a service newsletter that was sent out to dealers. It covers various topics and reviews the previous months publications.
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-22-52A-003
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers informing them to replace the Power Seat Side Shield and apply felt tape when customers complain the Power Seat Side Shield is coming off while entering/exiting the vehicle.
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.
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.
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-20-52A-002
This Technical Service Bulletin was sent informing dealers an abnormal rubbing noise is heard from the Seat Back when a driver and/or passenger is seated in the front seat(s) and instructs dealers to apply Nonwoven Fabric Tape between the Seat Back and Urethane Pad.
SR-20-003REV_2
Revision to previous TSB SR-20-003 for the Crossmember recall. Added Warranty information for instances where subframe may fail and cause additional damage to unrelated parts. This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers.
TIN-20-SR-003REV
Technical Information Notice sent to dealerships to advise ofrevision changes to TSB "SR-20-003REV_2"
MIC-MITS-2020080
Publications Report for Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. - July 2020
ATIN-20-SR-003D
This ATIN-20-SR-003D supersedes ATIN-20-SR-003C and ATIN-20-SR-003B, providing notification of modifications to the TSB and repair procedure; noting when a Crossmember replacement is required the anti-corrosive agent application is not required.
SR-20-003REV_1
This bulletin provides directions for inspection and repair of affected vehicles' Crossmembers in the Safety Recall.
ATIN-20-SR-003-C
This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers as an update to ATIN-20-SR-003B informing that due to a parts availability delay of the Crossmember, customer vehicles requiring a replacement of the crossmember are unable to be completed at this time. Additionally, this notice informed dealers that an Interim Owner Notification Letter was mailed to affected owners on July 17th, 2020 to inform customers that MMNA is making every effort to establish a remedy and will contact them again by mail with a follow-up recall notice once parts are in stock and the final remedy is available.
Interim Customer
This Letter was sent to customers informing them of the launch of Recall SR-20-003, part are currently unavailable; but they will be notified when parts become availble for repairs to begin. This notice also provided customers instruction on how to obtain repairs.
SR20003_ICL
Interim Customer Notification Letter for Recall SR-20-003 - Crossmember
ATIN-20-SR-003-B
This Advanced Technical Information Notice was sent to dealers informing them of the upcoming recall being released for the inside and outside surfaces of the front cross members used on certain vehicles, if exposed long term to snow melt water and anti-freezing agents, may corrode due to insufficient performance of the rust protection.
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-19-00-008
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-19-13-003
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-19-25-001
This is Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Propeller Shaft section of the affect Service Manuals, to correct the propeller shaft assembly removal procedure.
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.
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-19-23-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transmission section of the affected Service Manual, to correct information in the diagnosis data list reference table for automatic transmissions F6AJA and W6AJA.
TSB-19-37-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End Ball Joint Dust Cover, which are now serviceable parts, for vehicles with hydraulic power steering.
TSB-19-33-001
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
TSB-19-33-002
This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the starting torque of the Lower Arm Ball Joint rotation.
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-18-13-003
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.
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."
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.
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.
TIN-17-23-001
This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a Continuously Variable Transmission.
TSB-17-54-004
This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, providing updates to the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals, to provide replacement instructions when installing the new ETACS ECU to replace the old ETACS ECU.
TSB-16-11-003
THIS IS A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) THAT WAS SENT TO DEALERS. THIS TSB PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSPECTION OF OIL LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT OIL SEAL ON THE CRANKSHAFT, AND IF CONFIRMED, TO REPLACE THE FRONT OIL SEAL. DEALERS ARE TO ALSO INSPECT AND CLEAN THE RUBBER OF THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY, AND REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY IF RUBBER IS DAMAGED.
TSB-15-23-003
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE THE TRANSMISSION AND REPLACE TWO PRIMARY PULLEY SHAFT BEARINGS AND ONE SECONDARY PULLEY SHAFT BEARING, IF A CLICKING NOISE (ALONG WITH WHINING/HUMMING), DIRECTLY RELATED TO VEHICLE SPEED, IS HEARD IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
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.
TSB-15-23-004
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, ADDS PROCEDURES FOR DISASSEMBLY, ASSEMBLY AND CLEANING TRANSMISSION COMPONENTS.
TSB-15-23A-002
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, CORRECTS THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE SETTINGS AND UPDATES THE SPECIAL TOOLS USED IN THE CVT HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TEST IN THE INDICATED SERVICE MANUALS.
TSB-15-52A-001
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN, PROVIDED TO DEALERS, PROVIDES THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE 2012 OUTLANDER SPORT SERVICE MANUAL. OTHER MODELS' SERVICE MANUALS ARE UPDATED WITH INFORMATION FOR THE OUTER SEAT BELT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT TO CLARIFY THE FRONT SEAT BELT INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL PROCEDURE.
TSB-15-15-001
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ADDS THE NON-REUSABLE PARTS INDICATION THAT WAS MISSING FROM THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR CERTAIN EXHAUST FASTENERS.
TSB-14-35-003
MITSUBISHI 2007-2009 OUTLANDER: CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DEFECTS WITH ASC OFF IS ILLUMINATED ON THE MID. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION ABS- ECU IS REQUIRED. *LJ
TSB-14-15-001
MITSUBISHI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ANTI-FREEZING AGENTS, FRONT EXHAUST PIPE SEAL RING MAY CORRODE, IN COLD WEATHER STATES, TO CLEAR ICE AND SNOW FROM ROADWAYS. *PE
TSB-14-37-005
MITSUBISHI: UPDATED INFORMATION PROVIDED ON REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS, IN THE SERVICE MANUAL, FOR THE POWER STEERING HOSES. MODEL 2007-13 OUTLANDER. *PE
TSB-14-54-007
MITSUBISHI: THIS BULLETIN IS AN INTRODUCTION TO MAPCARE AND THE MAP UPDATE PURCHASE FOR MITSUBISHI MULTI COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO MITSUBISHI MULTI ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FOR THE 2014 AND LATER MIRAGE. INCLUDED IN THE MAPCARE UPDATE ARE: LANCER, LANCER SPORTBACK, LANCER EVOLUTION, OUTLANDER, AND OUTLANDER SPORT/RVR MODEL YEAR 2014. MAP UPDATES FOR PURCHASE INCLUDE: LANCER/ LANCER EVOLUTION MODEL YEARS 2008-2013. LANCER SPORTBACK MODEL YEARS 2009-2013. OUTLANDER MODEL YEARS 2007-2013. OUTLANDER SPORT/RVR MODEL YEARS 2001-2013, ENDEAVOR MODEL YEARS 2007-2011, GALANT MODEL YEARS 2007-2012, I-MIEV MODEL YEARS 2012-2013. *JS
TSB-13-13-008
MITSUBISHI: SOME VEHICLES MAY DISPLAY AN ILLUMINATED MIL STATING TO SERVICE THE ENGINE SOON WITH DTCS STORED IN THE ECM MEMORY AND/OR REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE. WATER MAY ACCUMULATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE AIR CLEANER FROM SNOW BUILD UP. VEHICLES ALSO INCLUDE MODEL: LANCER MODEL YEARS 2008-2015 AND MODEL LANCER SPORTBACK MODEL YEARS 2009-2015. *JS
TT201
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-35-006
MITSUBISHI MOTORS: IMPROVEMENTS MADE TO THE SERVICE MANUAL IN REFERENCE TO FASTENER TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. MODELS INCLUDE OUTLANDER MY2007-2014, OUTLANDER SPORT/RVR 2011-2014, LANCER 2008-2014, LANCER EVOLUTION 2008-2014, AND LANCER SPORTBACK 2009-2014. *JS UPDATED 12/16/13. *PE
TT200
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT199
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT198
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT197
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TT196
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-003
This TSB supercedes TSB-09-42A-015, issued October, 2009, to update affected vehicles, add Outlander Sport and add FAST Key case part numbers. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) integrated key case and FAST Key Transmitter case repair kits are now available. If the plastic parts of the key are broken or missing, but the key functions properly, use the appropriate service parts kit instead of replacing the entire key assembly. When replacing only the key case, it is not necessary to program immobilizer, RKE and OSS functions. For integrated RKE keys, once the electronic components are transferred to the new case, the key can be cut to the vehicle's key code.
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.
TSB-13-42A-001
Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain components using coin-type lithium batteries have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
TSB-13-52B-001
Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
TSB-12-35-003
This TSB clarifies the stop light switch installation and adjustment procedure in the affected service manuals.
TT192
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-12-13-005
Some affected vehicles may display an illuminated MIL with DTC P0420: Warm Up Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold, recorded in the ECM. An incorrect parameter in the judgment criteria may cause a false MIL (mis-detection of a fault when an abnormal condition is not present). This TSB provides dealers with a procedure to reprogram the ECM with new software to correct the condition.
TT191
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-12-35-002
MITSUBISHI: ON SOME VEHICLES, AN ACTIVE STABILITY CONTROL (ASC) STEERING WHEEL SENSOR HAS BEEN INSTALLED, REPLACING ORIGINAL SENSOR. NEW SENSOR NOT TO BE ROTATED BEFORE INSTALLATION. MODELS 2007-12 OUTLANDER, 2008-11 LANCER EVOLUTION, 2010-12 LANCER/LANCER SPORTBACK & GALANT, 2008-12 ECLIPSE/ECLIPSE SPYDER, 2004-11 ENDEAVOR. *PE
TSB-11-11-004
MITSUBISHI: INFORMATION PERTAINING TO SOME VEHICLES WHERE THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN AN ON POSITION AND BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED AND STOP LAMPS ARE ILLUMINATED AND THE SHIFT LEVER MAY GET STUCK IN P (PARK) POSITION. *PE
TSB-11-23-003
MITSUBISHI: CORRECTED CVT HYDRAULIC PRESSURE TABLES FOR THE OWNERS MANUAL. *RM
TSB-09-23-007
MITSUBISHI: ON SOME AFFECTED VEHICLES, THE SHIFT LEVER MAY GET STUCK IN THE P (PARK) POSITION. THE CONDITION MAY OCCUR WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH IN THE ON POSITION, BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED AND STOP LAMPS ILLUMINATED. *PE
TT-C1219-C2205
MITSUBISHI: IF THE CLOCKSPRING HAS BEEN REPLACED FOR THE SUBJECT DTCS AND THE DTCS RESET, NOTE THAT THE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (SAS) IS NOT PART OF THE CLOCKSPRING. *PE
040108
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING FOR POOR HEATER PERFORMANCE. *NJ
08-00-007
OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT CAUTION STATEMENT - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *NJ
08-13-007
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING FOR DTC'S P0300 - P0306 AND ROUGH IDLE. *NJ
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.