Inspection Procedure 2: When the Clutch Pedal is Depressed, Cruise Control is not Cancelled < M/T. >: Diagnosis

Required Special Tools:

MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.
- MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
- MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A
MB991223: Harness Set
MB992006: Extra Fine Probe

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list item 78: Clutch switch.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector (Refer to HOW TO ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Set scan tool MB991958 to data reading mode for cruise control system (Refer to HOW TO ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
  - Item 78: Clutch switch.
    - When the clutch pedal is depressed, the display on scan tool MB991958 should be "ON."
    - When the clutch pedal is released, the display on scan tool MB991958 should be "OFF."
Q: Is the switch operating properly?
1. YES: Go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 2.
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
STEP 2. Check ECM connector B-109 and clutch switch connector C-42, for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector.
- Refer to HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .
Q: Is the connector and terminal in good condition?
1. YES: Go to Step 3.
2. NO: Repair or replace the damaged connector. Then go to Step 7.
STEP 3. Check the harness wire between ECM connector B-109 terminal number 85 and clutch switch connector C-42 terminal number 2, and between clutch switch connector C-42 terminal number 1 and body ground, for damage.
- Check harness wire for open/short circuit and damage.
Q: Is the harness wires in good condition?
1. YES: Go to Step 4.
2. NO: Repair or replace the damaged harness wire. Then go to Step 7.
STEP 4. Check the clutch switch.
Refer to CLUTCH SWITCH CHECK .

Q: Is the clutch switch operating properly?
1. YES: Go to Step 5.
2. NO: Replace the clutch switch (Refer to CLUTCH PEDAL AND MASTER CYLINDER ). Then go to Step 7.
STEP 5. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list item 78: Clutch switch.
1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector (Refer to HOW TO ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Set scan tool MB991958 to data reading mode for cruise control system (Refer to HOW TO ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
  - Item 78: Clutch switch.
    - When the clutch pedal is depressed, the display on scan tool MB991958 should be "ON."
    - When the clutch pedal is released, the display on scan tool MB991958 should be "OFF."
Q: Is the switch operating properly?
1. YES: Go to Step 6.
2. NO: Replace the ECM [Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ] < 2.0L ENGINE Non-turbo > or [Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ] < 2.4L ENGINE >. When the ECM is replaced, register the encrypted code (Refer to ID registration procedure manual - ID codes registration judgement table) < Vehicle with WCM installed >. Then go to Step 7.
STEP 6. Check the symptoms.
Q: When the clutch pedal is depressed, is the cruise control cancelled?
1. YES: It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent (Refer to HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
2. NO: Replace the ECM [Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ] < 2.0L ENGINE Non-turbo > or [Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ] < 2.4L ENGINE >. When the ECM is replaced, register the encrypted code (Refer to ID registration procedure manual - ID codes registration judgement table) < Vehicle with WCM installed >. Then go to Step 7.
STEP 7. Check the symptoms.
Q: When the clutch pedal is depressed, is the cruise control cancelled?
1. YES: The procedure is complete.
2. NO: Return to Step 1.