2007 Mitsubishi Outlander LS, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC U0215: P/W SW (DR) LIN timeout: Diagnosis

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Required Special Tools: 

  • MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
    • MB991824: Vehicles Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
    • MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
    • MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN communication system)
  1. STEP 1. Check ETACS-ECU connector C-301 and power window main switch connector E-15 for loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. 

    Q: Are ETACS-ECU connector C-301 and power window main switch connector E-15 in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 2.

    NO  : Repair or replace the damaged component(s).

  2. STEP 2. Check the wiring harness between ETACS-ECU connector C-301 (terminal 1) and power window main switch connector E-15 (terminal 7). 
    NOTE: Also check joint connector C-102 and intermediate connector C-129 for loose, corroded, or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. If joint connector C-102 or intermediate connector C-129 is damaged, repair or replace the connector as described in HARNESS CONNECTOR INSPECTION .

    Q: Is the wiring harness between ETACS-ECU connector C-301 (terminal 1) and power window main switch connector E-15 (terminal 7) in good condition? 

    YES  : Go to Step 3.

    NO  : The wiring harness may be damaged or the connector(s) may have loose, corroded or damaged terminals, or terminals pushed back in the connector. Repair the wiring harness as necessary.

  3. STEP 3. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code. 

    Check again if the DTC is set to the ETACS-ECU.

    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.
    1. Connect scan tool MB991958. Refer to "HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III)  ".
      Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool To Data Link Connector
      G05397288Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
    2. Erase the DTC.
    3. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    4. Check if the DTC is set.
    5. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is the DTC set? 

    YES  : Replace the power window main switch.

    NO  : A poor connection, open circuit or other intermittent malfunction is present in the LIN bus lines between the power window main switch and the ETACS-ECU (Refer to HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).

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