Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Scan tool CAN bus diagnostics
Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus lines.

Q: Is the check result normal?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO : Repair the CAN bus lines. (Refer to TROUBLESHOOTING ). After repairing the CAN bus line, go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Scan tool service data
Item No. 1: Shift lever position (Refer to SERVICE DATA REFERENCE TABLE ).

Q: Is the check result normal?

YES : Go to Step 3.

NO : Replace the shift lever assembly. (Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL ).
STEP 3. Scan tool actuator test
Item No. 1: Shift indicator (Refer to SPECIAL FUNCTION (ACTUATOR TEST REFERENCE TABLE ).

Q: Is the check result normal?

YES : Intermittent malfunction. (Refer to HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).

NO : Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Inspection of the floor console panel assembly connector: C-27-1
Check for the contact with terminals.

Q: Is the check result normal?

YES : Replace the floor console panel assembly. (Refer to FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ).

NO : Repair the defective connector.