Mitsubishi Eclipse. Manual - part 401

MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (MFI) DIAGNOSIS

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• MB991827: USB Cable

• MB991911: Main Harness B

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list item 21: 
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the 
ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before con-
necting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
(1) Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3) Set scan tool MB991958 to the data reading mode for item 

21, Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.

• The engine coolant temperature and temperature 

shown with the scan tool should approximately match.

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the sensor operating properly?

YES : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. 

Refer to GROUP 00, How to Use Troubleshooting/ 
Inspection Service Points 

P.00-6

.

NO :  Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check connector B-11 at the engine coolant 
temperature sensor for damage.
Q: Is the connector in good condition?

YES : Go to Step 3.
NO :  Repair or replace it. Refer to GROUP 00E, Harness 

Connector Inspection 

P.00E-2

. Then go to Step 6.

AK300810

AB

MB991911

16-PIN

MB991827

MB991824 

AK300435

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CONNECTOR: B-11

AB

B-11 (B)

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

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STEP 3. Check for short circuit to ground between engine 
coolant temperature sensor connector B-11 and ECM 
connector C-58 <M/T> or PCM connector C-55 <A/T>.
Q: Is the harness wire in good condition?

YES : Go to Step 4.
NO :  Repair it. Then go to Step 6.

AK300435

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CONNECTOR: B-11

AB

B-11 (B)

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

AK300462

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CONNECTOR: C-55 <A/T>

C-55 (GR)

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HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

AK300748

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CONNECTOR: C-58 <M/T>

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C-58 (GR)

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

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STEP 4. Check connector C-58 at ECM <M/T> or connector 
C-55 at PCM <A/T> for damage.
Q: Is the connector in good condition?

YES : Go to Step 5.
NO :  Repair or replace it. Refer to GROUP 00E, Harness 

Connector Inspection 

P.00E-2

. Then go to Step 6.

AK300462

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CONNECTOR: C-55 <A/T>

C-55 (GR)

AB

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

AK300748

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CONNECTOR: C-58 <M/T>

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C-58 (GR)

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

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STEP 5. Check the engine coolant temperature sensor.
(1) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor 

connector B-11.

(2) Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor.

(3) With the temperature sensing portion of engine coolant 

temperature sensor immersed in hot water, check 
resistance.

Standard value:

14 

− 17 kΩ [at −20°C (−4°F)]

5.1 

− 6.5 kΩ [at 0°C (32°F)]

2.1 

− 2.7 kΩ [at 20°C (68°F)]

0.9 

− 1.3 kΩ [at 40°C (104°F)]

0.48 

− 0.68 kΩ [at 60°C (140°F)]

0.26 

− 0.36 kΩ [at 80°C (176°F)]

(4) Apply 3M

 AAD part number 8731 or equivalent on the 

screw section of the engine coolant temperature sensor.

(5) Install the engine coolant temperature sensor, and tighten 

to the specified torque.

Tightening torque: 29 

± 10 N⋅m (22 ± 7 ft-lb)

Q: Is the resistance at the standard value?

YES : Replace the ECU or PCM. Then go to Step 6.
NO :  Replace the engine coolant temperature sensor. Then 

go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Test the OBD-II drive cycle.
(1) Carry out a test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to 

Diagnostic Function 

− OBD-II Drive Cycle − Procedure 6 − 

Other Monitor 

P.13B-7

.

(2) Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Q: Is DTC P0117 set?

YES : Retry the troubleshooting.
NO :  The inspection is complete.

AK300435

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CONNECTOR: B-11

AB

B-11 (B)

HARNESS CONNECTOR:
COMPONENT SIDE

AKX01622

AKX01623 AB