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.
2006 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Initialization Procedure
Required Special Tools:Β
- MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.
- MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable
- MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
- Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
- Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
- Select "MFI system".
- Select "Special Function" form the menu screen.
- Select "Learned value reset".
- Select the Item on the screen of the initialization for learning, and perform the initialization.SERVICE AND ITEN CHART
Service Item Engine assembly replacement (1), (2) All learned values - (3) Misfire learned value Injector and replacement cleaning (2) Fuel trim learned value Throttle body cleaning and replacement (1), (2) ISC learned value Knock sensor replacement Knock control learned value (1) Initialize A/T-related learning value. (2) After initializing the learning value, the idling learning in MFI engine is required (Refer to LEARNING PROCEDURE FOR IDLING IN MFI ENGINEΒ ). (3) The datum items on MUT-III display are shown, but do not use them.
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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
