Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Scan tool (M.U.T.-III) data list
Item 05: Transmission fluid temperature sensor signal (Refer to DATA LIST REFERENCE TABLE ).

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Intermittent malfunction
2. NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check for open circuit and short to ground in SPWR line between the CVT assembly connector and the TCM connector
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 3.
2. NO: Repair the connector(s) or wiring harness.
STEP 3. Check for open circuit in SGND line between the CVT assembly connector and the TCM connector
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 4.
2. NO: Repair the connector(s) or wiring harness.
STEP 4. Transmission fluid temperature sensor check
Refer to TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CHECK .

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 5.
2. NO: Replace the valve body assembly.
STEP 5. Symptom recheck after erasing DTC
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Intermittent malfunction
2. NO: Replace TCM.