2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Technical Service Bulletins

111 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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.

• 10152879Dec 20, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Power Plant Mount section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the tightening torque for the crossmember removal service points.
• 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, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10117839Aug 18, 2017Equipment. This is a letter sent to dealers, to inform them that the temporary investigation of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Front Impact Sensors investigation has concluded.
• 10117841Aug 17, 2017Equipment. This is a Technical Information Notice sent to dealers, to detail the procedures required after replacing a Continuously Variable Transmission.
• 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.
• 10098916Feb 21, 2017Engine cooling, Electrical system. This is a technical service bulletin, sent to dealers, providing instructions for modifying the wiring harness and replacing the radiator and/or condenser fan motor and connectors, in cases where an inoperative fan may be caused by a melted connector at the radiator fan motor and/or condenser fan motor.
• 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).
• 10091781Jul 8, 2016Engine. This is a technical service bulletin, sent to dealers, to supercede tsb-14-22-004 issued september, 2014, to revise specific steps for selecting reprogramming data in the “ecu reprogramming” section.
• 10091780Jul 8, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This is a technical service bulletin, sent to dealers, to supercede tsb−14−22−002, issued july, 2014, to revise specific steps for selecting reprogramming data in the “program new transmission control module (tcm)” and “reprogram 2008 lancer evolution & early 2009 lancer and lancer sportback ralliart tcm ” sections.
• 10098878Feb 12, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, provides instructions to remove the transmission and replace two primary pulley shaft bearings and one secondary pulley shaft bearing, if a clicking noise (along with whining/humming), directly related to vehicle speed, is heard in the passenger compartment.
• 10170074Aug 28, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Engine cooling, Exterior lighting…. 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.
• 10170071Jul 22, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Fuel system, Suspension, Engine cooling, Seats. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10098881Feb 12, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, adds procedures for disassembly, assembly and cleaning transmission components.
• 10098882Feb 3, 2015Equipment, Seat belts. 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.
• 10098877Feb 3, 2015Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin, provided to dealers, corrects the hydraulic pressure settings and updates the special tools used in the cvt hydraulic pressure test in the indicated service manuals.
• 10098703Jan 13, 2015Equipment. This technical service bulletin adds the non-reusable parts indication that was missing from the service manual for certain exhaust fasteners.
• 10098744Jan 1, 2015Equipment. This is the letter sent to owners of affected vehicles, informing them that the warranty has been extended for the awc hydraulic unit on their vehicle. There is potential for the all wheel control (awc) hydraulic unit affected vehicles to corrode from prolonged exposure to anti-freezing agents used in cold weather areas to clear ice and snow from roadways.
• 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.
• 10056653Aug 1, 2014Engine cooling, Equipment. Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. Due to prolonged exposure to anti-freezing agents, front exhaust pipe seal ring may corrode, in cold weather states, to clear ice and snow from roadways.
• 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.
• 10055619Apr 1, 2014Electrical system. Mitsubishi: this bulletin is an introduction to mapcare and the map update purchase for mitsubishi multi communications system. This does not apply to mitsubishi multi entertainment system for the 2014 and later mirage. Included in the mapcare update are: lancer, lancer sportback, lancer evolution, outlander, and outlander sport/rvr model year 2014. Map updates for purchase include: lancer/ lancer evolution model…
• 10054656Dec 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Mitsubishi: see document search button for owner letter. An improper permitted torque threshold can cause a false malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination due to electrc throttle valve (etv) fluctuations to exceed permitted torque at low engine speeds. The ecm needs reprogramming. Model 2008-2014 lancer evolution, 2009-2014 lancer rae, 2009-2011 lancer sportback.
• 10054444Nov 1, 2013Engine. Mitsubishi: some vehicles may display an illuminated mil stating to service the engine soon with dtcs stored in the ecm memory and/or reduced engine performance. Water may accumulate at the bottom of the air cleaner from snow build up. Vehicles also include model: lancer model years 2008-2015 and model lancer sportback model years 2009-2015.
• 10170107Oct 11, 2013Electrical system, Fuel system, Brakes, Engine cooling, Body and structure. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10053650Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Mitsubishi: information concerning an update of the service manual involving instructions for the removal and installation of the abs and asc hydraulic unit. Also incuded lancer 2008-2014, lancer sportback 2009-2014, outlander, and sport/rvr 2011-2014. *js updated 12/16/13.
• 10053566Oct 1, 2013Brakes. Mitsubishi motors: improvements made to the service manual in reference to fastener tightening torque specifications. Models include outlander my2007-2014, outlander sport/rvr 2011-2014, lancer 2008-2014, lancer evolution 2008-2014, and lancer sportback 2009-2014. *js updated 12/16/13.
• 10170106Sep 10, 2013Suspension, Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system, Transmission and…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170104Aug 8, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Seat belts. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170103Jul 10, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Latches, locks and linkages, Engine cooling. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170102May 21, 2013Forward collision avoidance, Wheels, Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170101Apr 5, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling, Body and structure, Wheels, Brakes. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10173215Apr 2, 2013Engine cooling. The timing chain upper guide was eliminated from certain vehicles beginning October 1, 2009 with 4B11 (Non-turbo or Turbo-charged) and 4B12 engines. This TSB provides updated service manual information.
• 10172523Mar 12, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. This TSB supercedes TSB-09-42A-015, issued October, 2009, to update affected vehicles, add Outlander Sport and add FAST Key case part numbers. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) integrated key case and FAST Key Transmitter case repair kits are now available. If the plastic parts of the key are broken or missing, but the key functions properly, use the appropriate service parts kit instead of replacing the entire key…
• 10172184Mar 12, 2013Engine. The timing chain oil jet nozzle has been eliminated in engine production. Because of this, the shape and position of the timing chain oiling hole has changed.
• 10170099Mar 5, 2013Equipment. This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
• 10170096Mar 5, 2013Wheels, Transmission and drivetrain, Steering, Electrical system. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170100Feb 6, 2013Fuel system, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Steering…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170852Jan 29, 2013Body and structure. This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
• 10170097Jan 15, 2013Fuel system, Body and structure. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.

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