2015 Mitsubishi Outlander ESFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Learning Procedure

Required Special Tools: 

  • 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: Before connecting or disconnecting the scan tool (M.U.T.-III), turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
  1. After the ignition switch is in "LOCK" (OFF) position, disconnect the battery cable from the negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the battery current sensor from the battery cable (Do not disconnect the battery current sensor connector).
  3. Connect the battery cable without the battery current sensor to the negative battery terminal.
    Fig 1: Locating Battery Current Sensor
    G10221588Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  4. Connect the scan tool (M.U.T.-III) to the data link connector as follows.
    NOTE: For details on how to use the scan tool (M.U.T.-III), refer to the "M.U.T.-III Owner's Manual."
  5. Start up the personal computer.
  6. Connect special tool MB992747/MB992748 or special tool MB991827 to special tool MB992744 or special tool MB991824 and the personal computer.
  7. Connect special tool MB992745 or special tool MB991910 to special tool MB992744 or special tool MB991824.
  8. Connect special tool MB992745 or special tool MB991910 to the data link connector.
    NOTE: When the special tool MB992745 is connected to the data link connector, the special tool MB992744 indicator light will be illuminated in a green color.
  9. Turn the power switch of special tool MB991824 to the "ON" position. < When using the special tool MB991824 >
    NOTE: When special tool MB991824 is energized, special tool MB991824 indicator light will be illuminated in a green color.
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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.