Traction Control: Component Locations Mitsubishi Eclipse III

USING THE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND SPECIAL TOOL MB991529

Note. The TCL system is controlled by the ABS-ECU. TCL diagnostic trouble codes are also indicated by flashing of the ABS warning light.

Required Special Tool

1. MB991529: Diagnostic Trouble Code Check Harness

Scheme 133

Scheme 134

Scheme 135

1. Use special tool MB991529 to ground number 1 terminal of the data link connector. CAUTION: Do not depress the brake pedal after the ignition switch is turned "ON." If the brake pedal is depressed while the ABS is inoperative and the ignition switch is "ON," the ABS warning light will remain on. Because of this, diagnostic trouble codes will not be read out.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Read out a diagnostic trouble code by observing how the warning light flashes.
4. Disconnect special tool MB991529.