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2004 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 83 (Traction Control)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- General Description
- Traction Control System (TCL) Diagnosis
- Introduction To Traction Control System (TCL) Diagnosis
- TCL Diagnostic Troubleshooting Strategy
- Diagnosis Function
- Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
- Diagnostic Trouble Code Procedures
- DTC C1396: Torque Intervention Refusal
- DTC C1397: Transmission Range Switch Failure
- DTC U1100: CAN Communications System Time Out Error Engine Related Data
- DTC U1101: CAN Communications System Time Out Error A/T Related Data
- DTC U1120: CAN Communications System TCL Uncontrollable by Engine Malfunction
- DTC U1400: Dynamic range error APS1
- Symptom Chart
- Symptom Procedures
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: When the Ignition Switch is Turned to the "ON" Position (Engine Stopped), the "TCL OFF" Indicator Light dose not Illuminate.
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: When the Ignition Switch is Turned to the "ON" Position (Engine Stopped), the TCL Work Indicator Light dose not Illuminate.
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 3: The "TCL OFF" Indicator Light Remains Illuminated After the Engine is Started.
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: The TCL Work Indicator Light Remains Illuminated After the Engine is Started.
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: When the TCL Switch is Push On, TCL System dose not Cancelled.
- INSPECTION PROCEDURE 6: TCL System does not Operate.
- Data List Reference Table
- Actuator Test Reference Table
- Check At Abs/TCL-Ecu Terminal Voltage
- Special Tools
- On-Vehicle Service
- TCL Switch
- Wheel Speed Sensor
- Abs/TCL-Ecu
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.