coil MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI 1999 Owner's Manual

MPI – Troubleshooting13-29
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 12
When the engine is hot, it stalls at idling. (Die out)
Probable cause
In such cases as the above, the cause is probably that ignition system, air/fuel mixture,
idle speed control (ISC) or compression pressure is defective.
In addition, if the engine suddenly stalls, the cause may also be a defective connector
contact.
Malfunction of the ignition system

Malfunction of air-fuel ratio control system

Malfunction of the ISC servo system

Drawing air into intake system

Improper connector contact

Backflow of secondary air to the intake system
Were the battery terminals disconnected recently?Ye sAfter warming-up, let the engine run at idling for about 10 minutes.
No
MUT-II Diagnosis code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the ISC servo for operation sound.NGCheck the ISC servo system.
(Refer to P.13-44, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)
OK
Check the injector for operation sound.NGCheck the injector system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 41.)
OK
Does the engine stall right after the accelerator pedal is released?Ye sClean the throttle valve
area.Adjust the fixed SAS.
(Refer to P.13-30.)*
No
Does the engine stall easily again?NoWhile carrying out an intermittent malfunction simulation test (Refer
to GROUP 00 – Points to Note for Intermittent Malfunctions.), check
for sudden changes in the signals shown below.

Crank angle sensor signal

Injector drive signal

Fuel pump drive signal

Air flow sensor signal
Secondary ignition signal

Engine-ECU power supply
voltage
Ye s
MUT-II: Engine stalling inspection when the engine is warm and
idling. (Refer to P.13-50, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 42.)
OK
Check the ignition timing.
(Refer to GROUP 11 – ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS.)*NGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
OK
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check the secondary air supply system. (Ensure that there is no backflow of secondary air into the intake system.)

Check if the injectors are clogged.

Check the compression pressure.

Check if foreign materials (water, alcohol, etc.) got into fuel.
NOTE
*: Refer to Workshop Manual for LANCER EVOLUTION-IV and EVOLUTION-V (Pub. No. S9806CNCP9).

MPI – Troubleshooting13-30
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 13
The engine stalls when starting the car. (Pass out)
Probable cause
In cases such as the above, the cause is probably misfiring due to a weak spark,
or an inappropriate air/fuel mixture when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Drawing air into intake system

Malfunction of the ignition system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check if air was drawn into the intake system.
Broken intake manifold gasket
Broken or disconnected vacuum hose
Improper operation of the PCV valve
Broken air intake hose
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 14
The engine stalls when decelerating.
Probable cause
In cases such as the above, the cause is probably that the intake air volume is insufficient
due to a defective idle speed control (ISC) servo system.
Malfunction of the ISC servo system
No
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13-XX.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13-XX, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
14 Throttle position sensor (Refer to P.13-57.)NGCheck the throttle position sensor system. (Refer to P.13-9, IN-
SPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 14.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
45 ISC servo position

Is the idle speed control (ISC) servo position drops to 0–2
steps when decelerating (engine r/min less than 1,000)?Ye sCheck the vehicle speed sensor system. (Refer to P.13-13, INSPEC-
TION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 24.)
No
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Clean the throttle valve area.

Check and adjust the fixed SAS.
No
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13-58.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13-38, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26.)
No
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
Were the battery terminals disconnected recently?Ye sAfter warming-up, let the engine run at idling for about 10 minutes.

MPI – Troubleshooting13-31
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 15
Hesitation, sag or stumble
Probable cause
In cases such as the above, the cause is probably that ignition system, air/fuel mixture
or compression pressure is defective.
Malfunction of the ignition system

Malfunction of air-fuel ratio control system

Malfunction of the fuel supply system

Poor compression

Malfunction of the turbocharger system

Malfunction of the secondary air supply system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the injectors for operation sound.NGCheck the injector system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 41.)
OK
Check the ignition timing.
(Refer to GROUP 11 – Engine Adjustments.)*NGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
OK
MUT-II: Check if hesitation, sag, stumble or poor acceleration
occurs. (Refer to P.13-51, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 43.)
OK
Check the fuel pressure. (Refer to P.13-30.)*
OK
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check the turbocharger boost pressure.

Check the boost pressure control system.

Check the turbocharger turbine wheel for smooth rotation.

Check the compression pressure.

Check the fuel filter or fuel line for clogging.

Check the secondary air supply system.
NOTE
*: Refer to Workshop Manual for LANCER EVOLUTION-IV and EVOLUTION-V (Pub. No. S9806CNCP9).
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 16
The feeling of impact or vibration when accelerating
Probable cause
In cases such as the above, the cause is probably that there is an ignition leak
accompanying the increase in the spark plug demand voltage during acceleration.
Malfunction of the ignition system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check for occurrence of ignition leak.

MPI – Troubleshooting13-32
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 17
The feeling of impact or vibration when decelerating
Probable cause
Malfunction of the ISC servo system is suspected.
Malfunction of the ISC servo system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the ISC servo for operation sound.NGCheck the ISC servo system.
(Refer to P.13-44, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
14 Throttle position sensor (Refer to P.13-57.)NGCheck the throttle position sensor system. (Refer to P.13-9, IN-
SPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 14.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
26 Idle position switch (Refer to P.13-58.)NGCheck the idle position switch system.
(Refer to P.13-38, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 26.)
OK
Clean the throttle valve area.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 18
Poor acceleration
Probable cause
Defective ignition system, abnormal air-fuel ratio, poor compression pressure, etc.
are suspected.
Malfunction of the ignition system

Malfunction of air-fuel ratio control system

Malfunction of the fuel supply system

Poor compression pressure

Clogged exhaust system

Malfunction of the turbocharger system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the injectors for operation sound.NGCheck the injector system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 41.)
OK
Check the ignition timing.
(Refer to GROUP 11 – Engine Adjustments.)*NGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
OK
MUT-II: Check if hesitation, sag, stumble or poor acceleration occur.
(Refer to P.13-51, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 43.)
OK
Check the fuel pressure. (Refer to P.13-30.)*
OK
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check the turbocharger boost pressure.

Check the boost pressure control system.

Check the turbocharger turbine wheel for smooth rotation.

Check the compression pressure.

Check the fuel filter or fuel line for clogging.

Broken air intake hose

Clogged air cleaner

Clogged exhaust system
NOTE
*: Refer to Workshop Manual for LANCER EVOLUTION-IV and EVOLUTION-V (Pub. No. S9806CNCP9).

MPI – Troubleshooting13-33
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 19
Surge
Probable cause
Defective ignition system, abnormal air-fuel ratio, etc. are suspected.
Malfunction of the ignition system

Malfunction of air-fuel ratio control system
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Check the injectors for operation sound.NGCheck the injector system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPECTION PRO-
CEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 41.)
OK
Check the ignition timing.
(Refer to GROUP 11 – Engine Adjustments.)*NGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
OK
MUT-II: Check if surge occurs.
(Refer to P.13-52, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 44.)
OK
Check the fuel pressure. (Refer to P.13-30.)*
OK
Check the following items.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check the waste gate actuator.
NOTE
*: Refer to Workshop Manual for LANCER EVOLUTION-IV and EVOLUTION-V (Pub. No. S9806CNCP9).
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 20
Knocking
Probable cause
In cases as the above, the cause is probably that the detonation control is defective
or the heat value of the spark plug is inappropriate.
Defective detonation sensor

Inappropriate heat value of the spark plug
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
Does knocking occur when driving with the sensor disconnected?
At this time, use the MUT-II to check if the timing is retarded
compared to when the detonation sensor connector is con-
nected.NoCheck the detonation sensor system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPEC-
TION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 31.)
Ye s
Check the following items.

Spark plugs

Check if foreign materials (water, alcohol, etc.) got into fuel.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 21
Dieseling
Probable cause
Fuel leakage from injectors is suspected.
Fuel leakage from injectors
Check the injectors for fuel leakage.

MPI – Troubleshooting13-34
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 22
Too high CO and HC concentration when idling
Probable cause
Abnormal air-fuel ratio is suspected.
Malfunction of the air-fuel ratio control system

Deteriorated catalyst
Check trouble symptom.
No
Check the ignition timing.
(Refer to GROUP 11 – Engine Adjustments.)*NGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor. (Refer to P.13-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13-10, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
13 Intake air temperature sensor (Refer to P.13-56.)NGCheck the intake air temperature sensor system. (Refer to P.13-9,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 13.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
25 Barometric pressure sensor (Refer to P.13-58.)NGCheck the barometric pressure sensor system. (Refer to P.13-14,
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:600–1,000 mV when racing suddenlyNGCheck the oxygen sensor system. (Refer to P.13-15, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE 31.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
11 Oxygen sensor
OK:Repeat 0–400 mV and 600–1,000 mV alternately when
idling.OK
NG
Check the fuel pressure. (Refer to P.13-30.)*
OK
NG
Check the following items.

Check the injectors for operation sound.

Check the injectors for fuel leakage.

Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.

Check the compression pressure.

Check the positive crankcase ventilation system.

Check the evaporative emission control system.
Check the trouble symptom.
NG
Replace the catalytic converter.
Replace the oxygen sensor.
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
NOTE
*: Refer to Workshop Manual for LANCER EVOLUTION-IV and EVOLUTION-V (Pub. No. S9806CNCP9).

MPI – Troubleshooting13-44
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 32
Ignition circuit system
Probable cause
The engine-ECU interrupts the ignition coil primary current by turning the power transistor
inside the engine-ECU ON and OFF.
Malfunction of ignition switch.

Improper connector contact, open or short-circuited
harness wire

Malfunction of the engine-ECU
Measure at the ignition coil connectors A-110, A-111.

Disconnect the connector and measure at the harness side.
1. Voltage between 1 and earth (Ignition switch: ON)
OK:System voltage
2. Continuity between 2 and earth
OK:Continuity1. NGCheck the following
connectors: B-65, B-76NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check the harness wire
between ignition coil and
ignition switch connector.NG
Repair
OK
Check the ignition switch. 2. NG
Check the harness wire between ignition coil connector and earth,
and repair if necessary.
OK
Check the following
connectors:
A-110, A-111NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGCheck ignition coil and power transistor unit system. (Refer to
P.13-16, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODE
44.)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 33
Idle speed control (ISC) servo (Stepper motor) system
Probable cause
The engine-ECU controls the intake air volume during idling by opening and closing
the servo valve located in the bypass air passage.
Malfunction of ISC servo

Improper connector contact, open or short-circuited
harness wire

Malfunction of the engine-ECU
Check the ISC servo.NG
Replace
OK
Measure at the ISC servo connector A-18.

Disconnect the connector and measure at the harness side.

Voltage between 2 and earth, and 5 and earth (Ignition switch:
ON)
OK:System voltageNGCheck the harness wire between control relay and ISC servo con-
nector, and repair if necessary.
OK
Measure at the engine-ECU connector B-59.

Disconnect the connector, measure at the harness side.

Voltage between each of 4, 5, 17, 18 and earth (Ignition switch:
ON)
OK:System voltageNGCheck the following
connector: A-18NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check harness wire between engine-ECU and ISC servo connector,
and repair if necessary.
OK
Check the following
connector: B-59NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.NGReplace the engine-ECU.

MPI – Troubleshooting13-60
Item
No.Inspection
itemInspection contentsNormal conditionInspection
procedure
No.Reference
page
44Ignition coils
and power
transistors
having warmed up

Timing lamp is set.
(The timing lampEngine is idling3ATDC –
13BTDC––
TION-IV>
(tgp
is set in order to
check actual
ignition timing.)2,500 r/min24 – 44BTDC
44Ignition coils
and power
transistors

Engine: After
having warmed up

Timing lamp is set
Engine is idling0 – 13BTDC––
transistors
TION-V, VI>
Timing lamp is set.
2,500 r/min24 – 44BTDC
45ISC
(stepper)
motor
position *

Engine coolant
temperature: 80 –
90C

Lam
ps, electric
A/C switch: OFF2 – 25 steps––
position
Lamps, electric
cooling fan and all
accessories: OFF

Transmission:
Neutral (A/T :
P range)
Idl iti
A/C switch:
OFF → ONIncreases by
10 – 70 steps
g)

Idle position
switch: ON

Engine: Idling

When A/C switch
is ON, A/C
compressor should
be operating
A/C switch: OFF

Select lever:
N range →
D rangeIncreases by
5 – 50 steps
49A/C relayEngine: After having
warmed up/Engine is
idlingA/C switch: OFFOFF (Compressor
clutch is not
operating)Procedure
No. 2913-39
A/C switch: ONON (Compressor
clutch is
operating)
NOTE
*: In a new vehicle [driven approximately 500 km or less], the stepper motor has sometimes 30 steps
greater than the standard value.
Caution
When shifting the select lever to D range, the brakes should be applied so that the vehicle does
not move forward.

MPI – Troubleshooting13-63
ENGINE-ECU INSPECTION
TERMINAL VOLTAGES
Engine ECU connector
Terminal
No.Check itemCheck condition (Engine condition)Normal condition
1No.1 injectorWhile engine is idling after having been warmed up,
suddenly depress the accelerator pedal
Momentarily drops
slightlyfrom 1114V
14No.2 injector
suddenly depress the accelerator pedal.slightly from 11 – 14 V.
2No.3 injector
15No.4 injector
3Fuel pressure control
valve
Ignition switch: ONSystem voltage
valve
Engine: Cranking to idling (within about two minutes)0 – 3 V to sytem
voltage
4Stepper motor coil (A1)Engine: Immediately after engine has been started
f
or warming up
Changes repeatedly
f
rom system voltage
17Stepper motor coil (A2)
for warming upfrom system voltage
to 0 – 6 V and from 0
6 V to system5Stepper motor coil (B1)– 6 V to system
voltage.
18Stepper motor coil (B2)
6Secondary air control
solenoid valveIgnition switch: ONSystem voltage
8Fuel pump relayIgnition switch: ONSystem voltage
Engine: Idling0 – 3 V
10Power transistor unit
(A)Engine speed: 3,000 r/min0.3 – 3.0 V
23Power transistor unit
(B)
11Wastegate solenoid
valve
Ignition switch: ONSystem voltage
valve
Engine: At idle after having been warmed up (when
premium gasoline is used)0 – 3 V
12Power supplyIgnition switch: ONSystem voltage
25
19Air flow sensor reset
signal
Engine: Idling0 – 1 V
signal
Engine speed: 3,000 r/min6 – 9 V
20Fan motor relay (HI)
Fan not operating (coolant temperature: 90C or
below)System voltage
Fan at high speed (coolant temperature: 105C or
above)0 – 3 V

MPI – Troubleshooting13-67
RESISTANCE AND CONTINUITY BETWEEN HARNESS SIDE CONNECTORS AND TERMINALS
Engine-ECU Harness Side Connector Terminal Arrangement
Terminal No.Inspection itemNormal condition (Check condition)
1 – 12No.1 injector2 – 3 Ω (At 20C)
14 – 12No.2 injector
2 – 12No.3 injector
15 – 12No.4 injector
3 – 12Fuel pressure control valve28 – 36 Ω (At 20C)
4 – 12Stepper motor coil (A1)28 – 33 Ω (At 20C)
17 – 12Stepper motor coil (A2)
5 – 12Stepper motor coil (B1)
18 – 12Stepper motor coil (B2)
6 – 12Secondary air control solenoid valve28 – 36 Ω (At 20C)
11 – 12Wastegate solenoid valve62 – 74 Ω (At 20C)
60 – 12Oxygen sensor heater
11 – 18 Ω (at 20C)
13 – Body earthEngine-ECU earthContinuity established (0 Ω)
26 – Body earth
72 – 92Intake air temperature sensor5.3 – 6.7 kΩ (When intake air temperature is 0C)
2.3 – 3.0 kΩ (When intake air temperature is 20C)
1.0 – 1.5 kΩ (When intake air temperature is 40C)
0.30 – 0.42 kΩ (When intake air temperature is 80C)
74 – 77High temperature sensor3 Ω or less
83 – 92Engine coolant temperature sensor5.1 – 6.5 kΩ (When coolant temperature is 0C)
2.1 – 2.7 kΩ (When coolant temperature is 20C)
0.9 – 1.3 kΩ (When coolant temperature is 40C)
0.26 – 0.36 kΩ (When coolant temperature is 80C)
87 – 92Idle position switchContinuity established (when throttle valve is at idle
position)
No continuity (when throttle valve is slightly open)
91 – Body earth–Continuity established