Tech Talk (TT214)

GROUP 17 - Emissions

ROUGH IDLE, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON - LOOSE PCV HOSE  - 2014 Mirage.  Tech Talk 209 advised that MMC was conducting an investigation into loose PCV hoses on 2014 Mirage. This investigation has concluded and it is no longer necessary to contact Techline if you receive a report of rough idle and/or a check engine light on and the DTCs in memory relate to a lean mixture or misfire (e.g. P0171, P0300-P0303). Diagnose and repair as you normally would.

GROUP 23 - Automatic Transmission

CVT WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF P (PARK) POSITION  - 2013-2015 Outlander Sport/RVR  . If the customer cannot shift the vehicle out of the park position, even intermittently, refer to Group 52A - Floor Console Assembly and perform the following procedure before replacing the shifter.

Remove the RH console side panel. While watching the movement of the shift lock solenoid, have someone apply the brake pedal to determine if the solenoid retracts. It the solenoid does not retract, it may be due to foreign material, identified as a sugary drink (e.g. Cola) residue built up in the solenoid plunger bore and on the solenoid plunger. This prevents the solenoid from retracting and the shifter cannot be moved from park.

Remove the solenoid for cleaning as follows:

• Remove the solenoid from the shifter assembly by GENTLY releasing TAB 1.
• Carefully wedge a small screw driver into the channel of TAB 2 to release the lower locking tab.
• Remove the solenoid by pulling it straight out.
• Unplug the electrical connector
• Remove the spring and plunger and clean them with soap and water.
• Dampen a wet paper towel or lint free rag with water and insert it into the bore of the solenoid to clean it.
• Reattach the electrical connector and re-install the solenoid to the shifter in reverse order of removal.
• Confirm solenoid and shifter operation and reinstall the console side panel.

  Repairs as a result of this type of contamination cannot be claimed under warranty.

GROUP 51 - Exterior

WASHER PUMP LEAKING AT FITTINGS  - 2013-15 Outlander Sport/RVR.  If you find leakage at the washer pump forward of the right front tire, or the washer is inop, check if the washer pump fluid inlet/outlet assembly has become dislodged from the pump (refer to service manual Group 51 - Exterior -> Windshield Wiper and Washer for information). Confirm if the o-rings on the pump outlets are in place. If o-rings are missing, it is NOT necessary to replace the entire washer pump.

Though not available from your facing PDC, suitable replacements can be sourced locally using o-rings made of EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber, with in I.D. of 4.8mm and a material cross section of 1.9mm (NAPA p/n - 727-2602).

Install the new o-rings to the outlet fluid connections and reinstall the outlet to the pump. If the o-rings are simply dislodged, but not lost, and they are not cut or damaged, the can be reused. If it is necessary to replace the gasket between the fluid tank and pump, it is available separately (PNC 84233, p/n 8260A161).

GROUP 60 - Recalls

ATIN-14-SC-003-A: 2012 I-MIEV UNDERCARRIAGE RUST SERVICE CAMPAIGN  - 2012 i-MiEV  . ATIN-14-SC-003-A was emailed to dealers and states:

"A service campaign will be released today for removing and preventing undercarriage rust formation on certain 2012 i-MiEV vehicles built October 28, 2011 - July 2, 2012. This service campaign will be conducted in the U.S. and Canada. The Service Campaign Bulletin outlining the repair procedure will be available today on MEDIC and MDL.

The undercarriage on certain 2012 i-MiEV vehicles, along with the bolts securing the Main-drive Lithium Ion battery under covers and non-essential ground connections, may be susceptible to rust.

Dealers are requested to inspect the non-essential ground connection bolts and undercarriage. If the bolts are not rusted or damaged, the dealer will remove any undercarriage rust, apply anti-corrosion wax to the frame, reinstall the under covers, and replace the bolts. If the bolts are rusted or damaged, the dealer will remove any undercarriage rust, apply anti-corrosion wax to the frame, and replace the under covers with new covers that use ground bus bars.

A quick reference video can be viewed on the MDL > Service > Systems > Techline > Techline Videos > i-MiEV > Undercarriage Rust Service Campaign  for additional information about the repair procedure.

Some dealers may be force allocated stock using a formula based on the proximity and percentage of applicable registered VINs by ZIP code. Parts shipments are processed via the 'R' order type and started shipping along with your scheduled stock order beginning today, October 23, 2014. Dealers may place additional orders via the MDL. Please refer to Parts Bulletin 42-IM-01-14 for additional information.

Notification letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles, requesting they contact their local Certified Mitsubishi i-MiEV dealership to schedule an appointment to have this service campaign performed.

When checking for applicability of this campaign (C1411E), please check for and complete any other open campaigns. Always get the customer's approval before completing a campaign on a customer owned vehicle."

ATIN-14-SR-007-A: 2010-14 I-MIEV BRAKE VACUUM PUMP SAFETY RECALL  - 2010-2014 i-MiEV  . ATIN-14-SR-007-A was emailed to dealers and states:

A safety recall campaign will be released today for the brake vacuum pump on certain 2010 - 2014 i-MiEV vehicles built September 15, 2009 - March 25, 2014. Do not deliver any affected 2010 - 2014 i-MiEV vehicles built September 15, 2009 - March 25, 2014 until this recall has been performed.  This recall campaign will be conducted in the U.S. and Canada. The Recall Bulletin outlining the repair procedure will be available today on MEDIC and MDL.

The brake vacuum pump on certain 2010 - 2014 i-MiEV vehicles may become inoperable due to either of the following two reasons:

1. Improper programming of the EV-ECU, which controls the brake vacuum pump, may cause the ECU to falsely judge that the relay contact point is stuck.
2. Due to the location of the brake vacuum pump exhaust hole, mud containing road salt could enter and adhere to it, causing the exhaust hole to be blocked from corrosion.

Brake vacuum pump inoperability could result in increased stopping distances.

Dealers are requested to reprogram the EV-ECU on all affected vehicles to the latest software. If an affected vehicle is brought to your service department, you must always FIRST explain to the customer what the reprogram will do and get customer permission to reprogram the EV-ECU  . Certain affected 2010 - 2012 i-MiEVs also require brake vacuum pump replacement. Please refer to SR-14-007 on MEDIC or MDL for more information.

Notification letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles, requesting they contact their local Certified Mitsubishi i-MiEV dealership to schedule an appointment to have this recall performed.

Affected new vehicle inventory VINs can be reviewed on the Mitsubishi Dealer Link in the Most Recent: Open Campaign List available under the service section of "e-reports". Dealers must review the Warranty Superscreen to confirm if any vehicles in their new or used vehicle inventories are affected, and conduct this campaign prior to delivering them. When checking for applicability of this campaign (C1412E or C1413E), please check for and complete any other open campaigns. Always get the customer's approval before completing a campaign on a customer owned vehicle.

ATIN-14-SR-011-A: OUTLANDER SPORT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT LAP END ATTACHMENT FASTENER  - 2013-15 Outlander Sport/RVR  . A safety recall campaign will be released today for the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener on certain 2013 - 2015 Outlander Sport vehicles built July 20, 2012 - July 23, 2014. Do not deliver any affected 2013 - 2015 Outlander Sport vehicles built July 20, 2012 - July 23, 2014 until this recall has been performed.  This recall campaign will be conducted in the U.S. and Canada. The Recall Bulletin outlining the repair procedure will be available today on MEDIC and MDL.

Due to a supplier error, the front passenger seat belt lap end attachment fastener may not be torqued to specification. If the tightening torque of the fastener is too low, further loosening of the fastener due to vibrations experienced while driving cannot be excluded. If this occurs, the fastener might not withstand the required loads under all circumstances, potentially resulting in insufficient front passenger occupant restraint during a crash.

Notification letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles, requesting they contact their local Authorized Mitsubishi dealership to schedule an appointment to have this recall performed.

Affected new vehicle inventory VINs can be reviewed on the Mitsubishi Dealer Link in the Most Recent: Open Campaign List  available under the service section of "e-reports". Dealers must review the Warranty Superscreen to confirm if any vehicles in their new or used vehicle inventories are affected, and conduct this campaign prior to delivering them. When checking for applicability of this campaign (C1416Z), please check for and complete any other open campaigns. Always get the customer's approval before completing a campaign on a customer owned vehicle.

GROUP 66 - Accessories

ACCESSORY PARK ASSIST INSTRUCTION VIDEO AVAILABLE ON MDL  - 2014-15 Mirage  . MMNA created an installation video to supplement the written instructions for accessory park assist system installation. The video covers all aspects of installation and allows techs to view the entire procedure for better understanding. This will reduce confusion and provide a consistent level of installation quality to enhance customer satisfaction. To access the video on the MDL, navigate to "service" -> "systems" -> "Techline" -> "Techline Videos," and scroll to the Mirage park assist video.