2008 Mitsubishi Outlander Technical Service Bulletins

104 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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.

• 10158955Mar 28, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. 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.
• 10154714Feb 27, 2019Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin updates the Automatic Transmission section of the affected Service Manual, to correct information in the diagnosis data list reference table for automatic transmissions F6AJA and W6AJA.
• 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, 2019Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. 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…
• 10152964Jan 8, 2019Suspension. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to correct the starting torque of the Lower Arm Ball Joint rotation.
• 10152963Jan 8, 2019Suspension. This is a Technical Service Bulletin that was sent to dealers. The bulletin updates the Front Suspension section of the affected Service Manuals to update the special service tool used in replacement of the Lower Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10057207Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. Mitsubishi 2007-2009 outlander: customers may experience defects with asc off is illuminated on the mid. To correct this condition abs- ecu is required.
• 10056757Aug 1, 2014Equipment. Mitsubishi: updated information provided on removal service points, in the service manual, for the power steering hoses. Model 2007-13 outlander.
• 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.
• 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…
• 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.
• 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.
• 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…
• 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.
• 10170853Jan 8, 2013Air bags. Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain SRS components have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
• 10170851Jan 8, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Caution statements regarding the disposal of certain components using coin-type lithium batteries have been incorrect in the service manuals of affected vehicles. This TSB provides updated caution statements.
• 10170760Dec 18, 2012Exterior lighting. This TSB clarifies the stop light switch installation and adjustment procedure in the affected service manuals.
• 10170087Dec 7, 2012Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Wheels, Brakes, Fuel…. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10170690Nov 13, 2012Electrical system, Engine cooling. Some affected vehicles may display an illuminated MIL with DTC P0420: Warm Up Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold, recorded in the ECM. An incorrect parameter in the judgment criteria may cause a false MIL (mis-detection of a fault when an abnormal condition is not present). This TSB provides dealers with a procedure to reprogram the ECM with new software to correct the condition.
• 10170086Nov 1, 2012Brakes, Engine cooling, Suspension, Transmission and drivetrain, Air bags. This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
• 10046519Sep 1, 2012Equipment, Steering. Mitsubishi: on some vehicles, an active stability control (asc) steering wheel sensor has been installed, replacing original sensor. New sensor not to be rotated before installation. Models 2007-12 outlander, 2008-11 lancer evolution, 2010-12 lancer/lancer sportback & galant, 2008-12 eclipse/eclipse spyder, 2004-11 endeavor.
• 10042804Nov 1, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Mitsubishi: information pertaining to some vehicles where the ignition switch is in an on position and brake pedal is depressed and stop lamps are illuminated and the shift lever may get stuck in p (park) position.
• 10039589Jul 1, 2011Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes. Mitsubishi: corrected cvt hydraulic pressure tables for the owners manual.
• 10032753Dec 1, 2009Transmission and drivetrain. Mitsubishi: on some affected vehicles, the shift lever may get stuck in the p (park) position. The condition may occur with the ignition switch in the on position, brake pedal depressed and stop lamps illuminated.

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