2014 Mitsubishi Outlander ESFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Initialization Procedure

Required Special Tools:Β 

  • MB992744: Vehicle Communication Interface-Lite (V.C.I.-Lite)
  • MB992745: V.C.I.-Lite Main Harness A
  • MB992747: V.C.I.-Lite USB Cable Short
  • MB992748: V.C.I.-Lite USB Cable Long
  • 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)
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting the scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
  1. After the ignition switch is in "LOCK" (OFF) position, connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III) to the data link connector.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
  3. Select "MFI" from System select Screen of the scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
  4. Select "Special Function" from MFI Screen.
  5. Select "Learned value reset" from Special Function Screen.
  6. Select "All learned value" from Learned value reset Screen.
  7. Initialize the learning value by pressing the "OK" button.
  8. After initializing the learning value, the learning value of MFI engine idling is necessary. (Refer to LEARNING PROCEDURE FOR IDLING IN MFI ENGINEΒ  ).
    Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector And Special Tools
    G09663184Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
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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.