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2001 Mitsubishi Montero XLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions
NOTE:
DTCs can only be retrieved by using a scan tool. See ENTERING ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
When Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is obtained, refer to appropriate DTC test procedure under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS .
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE INDEX
| DTC (1) | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0100 | Volume Airflow Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0105 | Barometric Pressure Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0110 | Intake Air Temperature Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0115 | Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0120 | Throttle Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0125 (2) | Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Fuel Control | ||||||
| P0128 | Coolant Thermostat Malfunction | ||||||
| P0130 | Right Front HO2S Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 1) | ||||||
| P0135 | Right Front HO2S Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 1) | ||||||
| P0136 | Right Rear HO2S Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 2) | ||||||
| P0141 | Right Rear HO2S Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 2) | ||||||
| P0150 | Left Front HO2S Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2 Sensor 1) | ||||||
| P0155 | Left Front HO2S Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2 Sensor 1) | ||||||
| P0156 | Left Rear HO2S Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2 Sensor 2) | ||||||
| P0161 | Left Rear HO2S Heater Circuit Malfunction (Bank 2 Sensor 2) | ||||||
| P0170 | Right Bank Fuel Trim Malfunction (Bank 1) | ||||||
| P0173 | Left Bank Fuel Trim Malfunction (Bank 2) | ||||||
| P0201 | Fuel Injector No. 1 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0202 | Fuel Injector No. 2 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0203 | Fuel Injector No. 3 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0204 | Fuel Injector No. 4 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0205 | Fuel Injector No. 5 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0206 | Fuel Injector No. 6 Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0300 | Random Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0301 | Cylinder No. 1 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0302 | Cylinder No. 2 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0303 | Cylinder No. 3 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0304 | Cylinder No. 4 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0305 | Cylinder No. 5 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0306 | Cylinder No. 6 Misfire Detected | ||||||
| P0325 | Knock Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0335 | Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0340 | Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0400 | EGR Flow Malfunction | ||||||
| P0403 | EGR Solenoid Malfunction | ||||||
| P0421 | Right Warm Up Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1) | ||||||
| P0431 | Left Warm Up Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2) | ||||||
| P0442 | EVAP System Small Leak Detected | ||||||
| P0443 | EVAP System Purge Control Malfunction | ||||||
| P0446 | EVAP System Vent Control Malfunction | ||||||
| P0450 | EVAP System Pressure Sensor Malfunction | ||||||
| P0455 | EVAP System Large Leak Detected | ||||||
| P0500 | Vehicle Speed Sensor Malfunction | ||||||
| P0505 | Idle Control System Malfunction | ||||||
| P0551 | Power Steering Pressure Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Problem | ||||||
| P0705 (3) | Transmission Range Sensor Circuit Malfunction (PRNDL Input) | ||||||
| P0710 (3) | Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0715 (3) | Input/Turbine Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0720 (3) | Output Speed Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0725 (3) | Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P0740 (3) | Torque Converter Clutch System Malfunction | ||||||
| P0750 (2)(3) | Shift Solenoid "A" Malfunction | ||||||
| P0755 (2)(3) | Shift Solenoid "B" Malfunction | ||||||
| P0760 (2)(3) | Shift Solenoid "C" Malfunction | ||||||
| P0765 (2)(3) | Shift Solenoid "D" Malfunction | ||||||
| P1400 | Manifold Differential Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
| P1610 | Immobilizer Malfunction | ||||||
| P1751 (3) | A/T Control Relay Malfunction | ||||||
| P1795 (3) | Throttle Position Input Circuit Malfunction | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.