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FAIL-SAFE/BACKUP FUNCTION Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart IX

FAIL-SAFE/BACKUP FUNCTION

When a malfunction of a main sensor or actuator is detected by the PCM, the transaxle is controlled by preset control logic to maintain safe conditions for driving.

The following illustration shows how the fail-safe/backup function affects vehicle driveability and operation.

Scheme 863

Scheme 863: FAIL-SAFE/BACKUP FUNCTION