2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Technical Service Bulletins

82 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10252686Mar 19, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Service Manual Revision - This Technical Service Bulletin provides the replacement procedure for the Differential Mount Bracket Bush of the Rear Axle Differential Carrier Assembly in the applicable Service Manual sections.
• 10240446Jul 21, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. This Technical Service Bulletin provides service manual corrections and additional information for the transaxle assembly removal and installation of the roll stopper bracket.
• 10240443Jul 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 3rd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10235609Apr 24, 2023Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin provides instructions and material safety data sheets for removal of rap-film adhesive residue.
• 10235608Apr 24, 2023Equipment. This Technical Service Bulletin reviews the regulations that require a label showing the reduction in load carrying capacity be affixed to vehicles when the total net weight of accessories is more than 1.5 percent of the vehicle's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or 100 lbs.
• 10235606Apr 21, 2023Equipment. This is a Dealer Letter sent to dealers informing that Mitsubishi Technical Training has launched the 2nd quarterly technician quiz for 2023.
• 10211530Apr 7, 2022Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
• 10169006Nov 26, 2019Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10163703Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
• 10159667Apr 25, 2019Engine cooling. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes.
• 10159648Apr 25, 2019Engine. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes.
• 10159665Apr 23, 2019Electrical system. This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers.
• 10159646Apr 23, 2019Equipment. This is a Technical Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin provides dealers with a basic description of the hands-free systems used in Mitsubishi built vehicles. The bulletin covers components and operation, system layouts showing the differences in Japan built and U.S. built vehicles, diagnostic flow charts, a list of commonly used acronyms and terms, and part numbers.
• 10158957Mar 28, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
• 10158956Mar 28, 2019Equipment, Seat belts. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout diagnostics with DTC U0141.
• 10158955Mar 28, 2019Body and structure, Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to update diagnostics for ETACS-ECU CAN timeout with DTC U0141.
• 10154701Feb 7, 2019Steering, Suspension. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to update the lubricant, sealant, special tools, and procedures used in replacement of the Tie Rod End Ball Joint Dust Cover, which are now serviceable parts, for vehicles with hydraulic power steering.
• 10152967Jan 8, 2019Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. This bulletin instructs dealers how to re-register vehicle keys for affected vehicles. Affected vehicles may experience a condition of the door(s) inability to be locked or unlocked using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) function. Dealers are instructed to re- register the ley using "Customer Key Programming" procedure in the Owner's Manual. This bulletin…
• 10152885Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Interior section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the floor console assembly.
• 10152883Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Body section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the loose panel.
• 10152881Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Power Steering section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the power steering gear box, power steering control unit (EPS-ECU), steering shaft, power steering oil pump assembly and the power steering hoses.
• 10152878Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Rear Axle section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the differential carrier assembly.
• 10152877Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Manual Transaxle section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the transaxle assembly.
• 10152876Dec 20, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Clutch section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the clutch fluid air bleeding nipple.
• 10152875Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Engine Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the generator assembly removal and installation.
• 10152874Dec 20, 2018Engine cooling. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Engine section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the Fastener Tightening Specifications and the oil pump chain's removal and installation.
• 10152871Dec 14, 2018Electrical system. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. The bulletin instructs dealers to confirm a list of specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) if vehicle experiences the following symptoms in cold weather: the check engine light illuminating with a limited vehicle speed (failsafe mode), or the engine does not restart after driving a short distance and stopping the engine for a few minutes.
• 10142736Jun 7, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. It provides dealers instructions for reprogramming the ETACS ECU with updated software to resolve the issue on certain vehicles experiencing dome light flickering when the vehicle's doors are opened or dome light is switched to "ON."
• 10136633Apr 24, 2018Seat belts. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. Customers may report the front seat belt fraying as a result of being caught under the seat reclining adjusting lever. This TSB instructs dealers how to replace the front seat belt and reclining adjusting lever (driver and/or passenger side) with a countermeasure part, to prevent fraying of the seat belt should it get caught under the lever, on affected vehicles.
• 10130468Feb 27, 2018Equipment. This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for MEDIC will be available.
• 10130469Feb 26, 2018Equipment. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10117850Aug 15, 2017Electrical system. This is a Technical Service Bulletin, sent to dealers, providing updates to the Chassis Electrical section of the affected Service Manuals, to provide replacement instructions when installing the new ETACS ECU to replace the old ETACS ECU.
• 10091470Nov 22, 2016Equipment. This is a communication sent to dealers requiring their assistance with mmna's investigation of potentially defective front impact sensor(s).
• 10091466Nov 21, 2016Engine. This is a technical service bulletin (tsb) that was sent to dealers. This tsb provides instructions for inspection of oil leakage from the front oil seal on the crankshaft, and if confirmed, to replace the front oil seal. Dealers are to also inspect and clean the rubber of the crankshaft pulley, and replace the crankshaft pulley if rubber is damaged.
• 10091430Aug 1, 2016Equipment. This is a communication sent to dealers requesting cooperation with mmna's investigation of potentially defective front impact sensor(s).
• 10091782Jul 8, 2016Electrical system. This is a technical service bulletin, sent to dealers, to supercede tsb−15−22−002, issued july, 2015, to revise specific steps for selecting reprogramming data in the “program new transmission control module (tcm)” and “reprogram 2008 lancer evolution tcm with correct software” sections.
• 10170074Aug 28, 2015Wheels, Exterior lighting, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10058827Aug 1, 2015Equipment. Mitsubishi: information provided regarding various issues as power window on driver's door, a/c compressor issues, piston scuff, daytime running light or intake and exhaust system or replacement of rear axle assembly. Various model years and vehicles.
• 10170070Jul 29, 2015Equipment. This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
• 10170068Jul 29, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. This TSB provides the necessary steps to complete diagnosis, replace the Mechatronic Assembly, and program the new electronic control unit. This bulletin supercedes TSB-14-22-003, issued September, 2014, to update the labor operation code in Warranty Information.
• 10170071Jul 22, 2015Suspension, Transmission and drivetrain, Seats, Fuel system, Engine cooling. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10098886Feb 23, 2015Equipment. This technical information notice informs dealers that the population of 2015 lancer ralliart and lancer evolution vehicles eligible for tsb-14-22-005, awc hydraulic unit warranty extension, has been identified.
• 10098882Feb 3, 2015Seat belts, Equipment. This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, provides the correct torque specification for the 2012 outlander sport service manual. Other models' service manuals are updated with information for the outer seat belt on the front passenger's side seat to clarify the front seat belt installation and removal procedure.
• 10098703Jan 13, 2015Equipment. This technical service bulletin adds the non-reusable parts indication that was missing from the service manual for certain exhaust fasteners.
• 10057205Dec 19, 2014Equipment, Other or unknown. Mitsubishi: lancer/lancer sportsback, ralliart, and lancer evolution: warranty has been extended for vehicles that has been affected for the awc hydraulic unit from failure due to corrosion.
• 10056334Jul 1, 2014Equipment. Mitsubishi: updated information instructions provided for sub harness in repairing drl function of head light in vehicle's service manual. Model 2008-2012 lancer, sportback, evolution, outlander.
• 10056332Jul 1, 2014Equipment. Mitsubishi: corrected information regarding headlamp rleay circuit in vehicle service manuals. Model 2009-2014 outlander, lancer, lancer sportback, lancer evolution.
• 10174066Dec 19, 2013Electrical system. A service campaign will be launched December 19, 2013 to update the ECM software programming in certain 2008 - 2014 Lancer Evolution, 2009 - 2014 Lancer Ralliart, and 2009 - 2011 Lancer Sportback Ralliart built before September 25, 2013. This service campaign will be conducted in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. A Service Campaign Bulletin outlining the reprogramming procedure will be available December 19, 2013 on MEDIC…
• 10174064Dec 19, 2013Electrical system. This Service Campaign Bulletin provides field fix procedures for reprogramming the ECM with new software to address false MIL illumination with torque monitor P1241 (2008-2010 models) or P061A (2011-2014 models) stored in memory.
• 10173900Dec 19, 2013Engine cooling. In cold weather, false MIL illumination may occur on some affected vehicles during turbocharger operation below 3,000 rpm engine speed, due to improper intake air volume judgement parameter. DTCs P1235 (2008-2010 vehicles) or P0068 (2011-2014 vehicles) - Boost/Air Flow Sensor Plausibility may be stored in the ECM.

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