Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Keyless Entry System - Evolution
- Keyless Entry System
- General Description
- Keyless Entry System Diagnosis
- Special Tools
- On-Vehicle Service
- How To Replace The Transmitter Battery
- Keyless Entry System Timer Lock Function Inspection
- Enabling/Disabling The ANSWERBACK Function
- Notes
- Enabling/Disabling The Hazard ANSWERBACK Function
- Notes
- < When The Transmitter Is Used After Grounding Data Link Connector Terminal 1>
- < When The Transmitter Is Used After Connecting The Special Tool MB991824 (V.C.I.) To The Data Link Connector>
- < How To Adjust Hazard ANSWERBACK When The Transmitter Is Used To Lock Doors>
- < How To Adjust Hazard ANSWERBACK When The Transmitter Is Used To Unlock Doors>
- Enabling/Disabling The Horn ANSWERBACK Function
- How To Register Secret Code
Factory Service Tools
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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.