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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2005LANCER L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSINFORMATION BUSADJUSTMENTS
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC
Information Bus: Adjustments
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Adjustments
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES OF SWS FUNCTION
Required Special Tools:
- MB991223: Harness Set
- MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
- MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable
- MB991911: MUT-III Main Harness B
- MB991529: Diagnostic Trouble Code Check Harness
The following functions can be enabled or disabled by operating input switches in a special manner. This set mode is stored after the battery is disconnected.
- Keyless entry hazard answerback function
- Headlight automatic shutdown function
- Initialization of above mentioned functions
NOTE: The keyless entry hazard answerback can be also adjusted by operating the RKE transmitter. (however, this adjustment can be done more easily by operating the transmitter.) Refer to Keyless Entry System - On-vehicle Service - Enabling/disabling the Answerback Function.
ENTRY CONDITIONS FOR ADJUSTMENT MODE
1. Set switches to the following conditions:
- Hazard warning light switch: OFF
- Diagnosis control: ON (Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector, or connect the data link connector terminal 1 to ground.)
- Key reminder switch: OFF (insert the ignition key)
- Ignition switch: "LOCK" (OFF)
- Driver's door switch: OFF (driver's door closed)
2. If the windshield washer switch remains on for 10 seconds or more, the tone alarm incorporated in the ETACS-ECU sounds once, and then enter the adjustment mode.
RELEASE CONDITIONS FOR THE ADJUSTMENT MODE
The adjustment mode will be released under one of the following conditions:
- Diagnosis control: ON (Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link connector, or disconnect the data link connector terminal 1 from ground.)
- Key reminder switch: ON (ignition key removed)
- Ignition switch: Turn to the positions other than "LOCK" (OFF).
- Driver's door switch: ON (driver's door opened)
- After three minutes while the adjustment is not made (If any adjustment has been made within the three-minute period, cancel or complete the operation, and then release the adjustment mode within three minutes).
- When any other warning tone alarms sound

CONFIGURATION OF FUNCTIONS
ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES OF SWS FUNCTION
Required Special Tools:
- MB991223: Harness Set
- MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: Vehicle Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
- MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable
- MB991911: MUT-III Main Harness B
- MB991529: Diagnostic Trouble Code Check Harness
The following functions can be enabled or disabled by operating input switches in a special manner. This set mode is stored after the battery is disconnected.
- Keyless entry hazard answerback function
- Headlight automatic shutdown function
- Initialization of above mentioned functions
NOTE: The keyless entry hazard answerback can be also adjusted by operating the RKE transmitter. (however, this adjustment can be done more easily by operating the transmitter.) Refer to Keyless Entry System - On-vehicle Service - Enabling/disabling the Answerback Function.
ENTRY CONDITIONS FOR ADJUSTMENT MODE
1. Set switches to the following conditions:
- Hazard warning light switch: OFF
- Diagnosis control: ON (Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector, or connect the data link connector terminal 1 to ground.)
- Key reminder switch: OFF (insert the ignition key)
- Ignition switch: "LOCK" (OFF)
- Driver's door switch: OFF (driver's door closed)
2. If the windshield washer switch remains on for 10 seconds or more, the tone alarm incorporated in the ETACS-ECU sounds once, and then enter the adjustment mode.
RELEASE CONDITIONS FOR THE ADJUSTMENT MODE
The adjustment mode will be released under one of the following conditions:
- Diagnosis control: ON (Disconnect scan tool MB991958 from the data link connector, or disconnect the data link connector terminal 1 from ground.)
- Key reminder switch: ON (ignition key removed)
- Ignition switch: Turn to the positions other than "LOCK" (OFF).
- Driver's door switch: ON (driver's door opened)
- After three minutes while the adjustment is not made (If any adjustment has been made within the three-minute period, cancel or complete the operation, and then release the adjustment mode within three minutes).
- When any other warning tone alarms sound
CONFIGURATION OF FUNCTIONS
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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.