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Technical Service Bulletin
SUBJECT:
NEW MODEL FEATURES & SERVICE INFORMATION
− 2018 OUTLANDER PHEV
No:
TSB−17−00−014
DATE:
December 2017
MODEL:
2018 Outlander PHEV
CIRCULATE TO:
[ ] GENERAL MANAGER
[ X ] PARTS MANAGER
[ X ] TECHNICIAN
[ X ] SERVICE ADVISOR
[ X ] SERVICE MANAGER
[ X ] WARRANTY PROCESSOR
[ X ] SALES MANAGER
PURPOSE
This bulletin contains important new model service
information and features for the 2018 Outlander PHEV
(U.S. models only). Review the details that follow to
familiarize yourself regarding new features and options.
Refer to the 2018 Outlander PHEV Service Manual on
MEDIC, MDL, or CD (p/n MSCD-027B-2018), and the
Owner's Manual for details on these and other features.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2018 Outlander PHEV
U.S. MODEL LINEUP
MODEL
ENGINE
MOTOR
4B11 2.0L DOHC MIVEC
(Range Extender)
Two electric motors,
60 kW (maximum output):
Front: S61
Rear: Y61
SEL (S−AWC)
GT (S−AWC)
TRANSAXLE
Two transaxles:
Front: F1EKA
Rear: F1E1A
SERVICE INFORMATION
See TSB-17-00-013 for 2018 Outlander PHEV Technical Specifications.
See TSB-17-00-012 for details on PDI procedures for the 2018 Outlander PHEV.
NEW FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
The 2018 Outlander PHEV has many of the standard features of the 2018 gasoline Outlander. This
bulletin highlights updated features and differences bewteen the gasoline Outlander and Outlander
PHEV. Some of these features are unique to the Outlander PHEV.
ENGINE/MOTOR
COMMENTS
2L DOHC MIVEC range extender gasoline engine
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
60 kW twin electric motors
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Lithium-ion main drive battery (12 kW)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Copyright 2017 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Continued
The information contained in this bulletin is subject to change. For the latest version of this document, go to the Mitsubishi Dealer Link,
MEDIC, or the Mitsubishi Service Information website (www.mitsubishitechinfo.com).
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TRANSMISSION/DRIVE SYSTEM
COMMENTS
Front & rear, single speed transaxles
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Twin motor Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
EV DRIVE FEATURES
COMMENTS
12 kWh Main drive Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Main drive battery warming system
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
120V charging cable with CCID, 8A/12A
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
120V/240V charging system
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
DC Fast Charge capability
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Level 3 Quick Charge port
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Charger lid locking system
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Regenerative Brake System (RBS)
with steering wheel paddle shifters
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
High voltage cut-off system
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
CONVENIENCE
COMMENTS
PHEV specific steering wheel
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Twin motor S-AWC drive mode selector
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Electric shift lever
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
EV Drive Mode switches (EV, Charge, Save)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Electric heater
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Smartphone EV Remote Control
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Electric fuel door release
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
1500W AC Power Supply Inverter with 2 outlets
Standard on GT
EXTERIOR
COMMENTS
PHEV Badging
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Dark chrome grille accents
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Side sill garnish with chrome accent
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
New Ruby Black Metallic
Exclusive for 2018 Outlander PHEV
18-inch two-tone alloy wheels
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Emergency tire repair kit (no spare tire)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Halogen fog lamps with gloss black bezel
Standard on SEL
LED fog lamps with gloss black bezel
Standard on GT
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INTERIOR
COMMENTS
Power driver and passenger front seats
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Premium leather seats
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
High contrast instrument meter with color
LCD display
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Energy Meter Display (MID and SDA)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Deluxe floor console (larger w/cup holder lid)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Front / rear door trim w/bottle holder
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Auto-dimming rear view mirror with Compass
and Homelink®
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
The systems in the following table are essentially the same as those for 2018 gasoline Outlander
models, and are available for 2018 Outlander PHEV models as noted below.
TECHNOLOGY
COMMENTS
Electric parking brake switch w/Auto Hold
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Power remote tailgate
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) with Lane Change
Assist (LCA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Standard on all 2018 Outlander PHEV
Power glass sunroof
Standard on GT
Rockford-Fosgate premium audio
with 9 speakers
Standard on GT
7-inch touchscreen Smartphone Link Display
Audio with HD radio, Bluetooth® phone/audio
Standard on SEL
Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM), Auto High
Beam (AHB), Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Standard on GT
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Standard on GT
Multi-view camera
Standard on GT
Rear-view camera
Standard on SEL
Heated steering wheel
Standard on GT
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ENGINE/MOTOR
PHEV System Components
Refer to the following diagram for the basic system components of the Outlander PHEV (all models).
Main Drive Lithium-ion
Battery (under floor)
PHEV System Components
EV Charge Ports
2L DOHC MIVEC
Gasoline Engine
(4B11)
Rear Motor Control Unit
(controls rear motor)
Front Power Drive Unit
(controls front motor)
12V Starter Battery
(not shown)
Rear Electric Motor
(60 kW)
Front Electric Motor
(60 kW)
Service Plug for Main
Drive Battery
Generator
(charges drive battery)
Fuel Tank
EV Drive System Features
The Outlander PHEV has a main drive 12 kWh Lithium-ion battery and two 60 kW (maximum output)
electric motors to drive both axles with S-AWC capability.
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ENGINE/MOTOR (continued)
2L Gasoline Engine (4B11)
The Outlander PHEV is equipped with a 2L MIVEC range extender gasoline engine. The engine drives
the generator and can assist the front motor in propelling the vehicle.
PHEV 4B11 Engine
Front
Rear
60 kW Twin Electric Motors (Front and Rear)
The front and rear drive motors have a low speed torque which provides quick acceleration and
propels the vehicle. On deceleration or when driving downhill, the vehicle's kinetic energy is converted
into electricity to charge the main drive battery (regeneration).
Twin Electric Motors
Front: S61
(Oil cooled)
Rear: Y61
(Water cooled)
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TRANSMISSION/DRIVE SYSTEM
Front and Rear Transaxles
Since the electric motors can deliver torque over a wide RPM range, there is no need for a
conventional transaxle. Two single speed, fixed reduction gear transaxles are driven by the electric
motors at low to mid speeds, and by the gasoline engine at higher speeds.
Front and Rear Transaxles
Front: F1EKA
Rear: F1E1A
Twin Motor Super All-Wheel Control (S-AWC)
The Outlander PHEV now has a twin motor Super All Wheel Control system with independent electric
motors in the front and rear and independent brake control for 4 wheels.
Twin S-AWC
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EV DRIVE FEATURES
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
The Outlander PHEV has a 12 kWh Lithium-ion main drive battery, mounted under the floor.
Constructed with 10 modules containing 8 Lithium-ion cells in each module, for a total of 80 cells.
The battery is cooled with R-1234yf refrigerant with its own evaporator and blower. A service plug is
accessible to the rear of the center console inside the vehicle.
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery
Service Plug
Main Drive Lithium-ion Battery Warming System
A battery warming system heats the air in the drive battery using electricity from the charge cable or
from the drive battery. While driving, the Drive Battery's temperature is kept above 14° F (-10° C).
When a charge cable is connected, the battery warming system operates to raise or maintain the drive
battery temperature above -22° F (-30° C).
Charging Cable with CCID
The integrated Mitsubishi EV charging cable and Charging Circuit Interruption Device (CCID) with
hanging cord are stored under the rear hatch floor panel in the cargo area.
EV Charging Cable & CCID Hanging Cord in Cargo Area
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EV DRIVE FEATURES (continued)
Locking Charger Lid and Charging Ports
Charging Port Door
The charging port door on the right rear of the vehicle is
unlocked using the Unlock switch on the FAST key
remote. When open, a light illuminates the charge ports.
When charging, the MID shows charging information
such as battery level and estimated charge time.
Also, a charge indicator lamp displays in the power
meter.
Two charge ports are available, accommodating 3 levels of charging, including DC Fast Charge.
Level 1 & 2 Charge Port
Level 1 Charging (DC-DC):
120VAC EV Charge Cable and CCID
CCID
Press to toggle
between 8A-12A
Level 2 Charging:
240V Charging Station
(Eaton shown as example)
LEDs
Level 3 Charging: DC Fast Charge
(CHAdeMO charger shown as example)
DC Fast Charge
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EV DRIVE FEATURES (continued)
Regenerative Braking System (RBS) with Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters
The Outlander PHEV uses regenerative braking during deceleration to convert kinetic energy to
electricity. The level of regenerative strength can be controlled using the paddle selectors on the
steering wheel, or the selector lever. For more details on regenerative braking, refer to the Owner's
Manual and PHEV training materials.
D
Regeneration Control - Shift Selector (Joystick)
Two levels of regenerative braking are available using the shift selector. Pulling the selector lever
towards you activates the lower level “B3” regenerative braking. Pulling it again activates the
stronger “B5” level. The level will be displayed in the Multi-Information Display (MID).
Regeneration Control
with Shift Selector
Pull selector towards
you to activate B
B3
B5
Weaker
D
Stronger
Regeneration Control - Shift Paddles on Steering Wheel
All 5 levels of regenerative braking are available using the “-” (down) and “+” (up) shift paddles
on the steering wheel.
NOTE: B2 is the same as D (drive), meaning
Regeneration Control with Shift Paddles
B0
B1
B2
B3
B4
Stronger Regenerative Braking
“ - ” DOWN Paddle
B5
B5
B4
B3
B2
B1
B0
Weaker Regenerative Braking
“ + ” UP Paddle
NOTE: B2=D (Drive)
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EV DRIVE FEATURES (continued)
High Voltage Shut-off System
The emergency shut-off system will be activated and the high-voltage system will automatically turn
off under the following conditions:
D Certain front, side or rear collisions.
D Certain Plug-in Hybrid EV System malfunctions.
When the emergency shut-off system is activated, the Ready indicator is turned off.
Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS)
Because the electric motors are very quiet in the Outlander PHEV at low speeds or when in “READY”
mode, an audible pedestrian alert system has been added. The alert is heard in forward and reverse
gears between certain speeds. See the diagram below for operation details.
AVAS OPERATION
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES
The systems described in this section apply to all 2018 Outlander PHEV models, unless noted
otherwise.
PHEV Specific Steering Wheel
All Outlander PHEV models are equipped with a steering wheel uniquely designed for PHEV models.
The leather steering wheel also is equipped with bluetooth controls, paddle shifters for regenerative
braking control, and a heater which automatically stops after 30 minutes.
Bluetooth Controls
Regenerative
Braking
Paddles
Steering Wheel Heater Switch
Heated area
Twin Motor S-AWC Drive Mode Selector
The twin motor Super All Wheel Control system switch
is located in the newly designed center console.
S-AWC Switch
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES (continued)
Shift Selector
Electric Shift Selector (“Joystick”)
All Outlander PHEV models are equipped with a unique
“joystick” electric shift selector, and electric Park
switch.
Park Switch
EV Drive Mode Switches: Battery Charge and Save Modes
EV Mode Switch
To enable EV mode (vehicle drives with electric motors
only), press the “EV” priority button on the center
console (below the 4WD switch).
The Multi-Information Display shows “EV” when
activated, and goes off when pressed again.
MID Display
CHRG switch:
To charge the drive battery, press the Battery Charge
switch (just below shift selector) with POWER switch
ON. The engine will start, powering the generator, and
charge the battery. MID will display the “CHARGE”
symbol.
NOTE: A state of charge/SOC of 80% is
recommended. The engine will stop when state
of charge reaches 90%.
MID Display
SAVE switch:
To save power in the drive battery, press the Battery
Save switch with POWER switch ON. The engine turns
the generator to preserve battery SOC.
MID will display the “SAVE” symbol.
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES (continued)
Electric Fuel Door Release (standard on all models)
The Outlander PHEV has a closed fuel tank system to
reduce engine operation frequency and improve fuel
economy. The internal pressure of the closed fuel tank
is higher than a conventional tank. This means the
internal tank pressure must be relieved before refueling
by pressing the electric fuel door release button (on
the lower dash left of the steering wheel).
D
Once the button is pressed the Multi−Information
Display (MID) shows the door release progress.
D
“Ready to Refuel” will display when the door is
released.
NOTE: If internal tank pressure is high, it may take up to 10
seconds before the door is released.
Electric Heater
The passenger compartment of the Outlander PHEV is heated by an electric heater. When selected on
the Climate Control head, coolant is heated by the engine or high voltage heater and delivered to the
plenum chamber by an electric 12V coolant pump. The 4-way coolant valve directs flow from either
the engine or PTC heater depending upon coolant temperature.
Passenger Compartment Heating
Cold Coolant
Hot Coolant
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES (continued)
Smartphone EV Remote Control
The Mitsubishi Remote Control App lets the driver connect to the vehicle with an i-OS or Android
device and control certain PHEV functions such as preheating/cooling vehicle interior, setting
start/stop charge times, displaying vehicle settings/status.
The following operating systems are supported:
D
i-Phone: iOS 7.0 or later
D
Android: OS 4.4 or later
For vehicles sold in the U.S., use software version PHEV II, available from the Apple App Store and
Google Play. For more details, go to the following website:
http://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/products/outlander_phev2/app/remote/
Remote Control registration card
The remote control registration card with WiFi
information is attached to the F.A.S.T. Key for every
vehicle.
This card contains necessary ID and password
information for the customer to register the smartphone
Remote Control app.
Refer to the illustration below for examples of the many systems that can be accessed with the
Remote Control App.
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES (continued)
Mitsubishi Remote Control Functions
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CONVENIENCE FEATURES (continued)
Accessory sockets (console box & cargo area)
As an option, GT models are equipped with two 120V accessory outlets, one behind the center floor
console box, one in the rear cargo area. Stored power from the main drive battery is available from
these 3-pronged outlets, and operates up to 4 hours.
The DC-AC inverter is mounted between the On-Board Charger (OBC) and the Rear Motor Control
Unit (RMCU) in the cargo area to convert 300VDC from the Main Drive battery to 120VAC for the
outlets.
On-Board Charger (OBC)
DC-AC Inverter
Rear Motor Control Unit (RMCU)
To enable power to the 120V AC outlets on the
Outlander PHEV, press the “AC 1500W” switch in the
center console.
Floor Console Box
Rear Cargo Area
The outlets can be used to plug in an electrical
appliance (e.g., coffee maker, blender, TV, Fridge, etc.)
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EXTERIOR
PHEV Badging on sides and rear
Special PHEV badging are mounted on both sides and
on the rear of all 2018 Outlander PHEV models.
New Color
A new paint color, ruby black metallic, is exclusively
available for all 2018 Outlander PHEV models.
18-inch Two-Tone Alloy Wheels
All 2018 Outlander PHEV models come standard with
boldly designed 18-inch two-tone alloy wheels.
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EXTERIOR (continued)
Dark Chrome Radiator Grille
An attractive dark chrome radiator grille is standard on
all 2018 Outlander PHEV models.
LED/Halogen Fog Lamps with Gloss Black Bezel
D
LED fog lamps surrounded by gloss black bezel
are standard equipment on GT models.
D
SEL models come standard with halogen fog
lamps with the gloss black bezel (not pictured).
Tire Repair Kit, Jack & Tools
The Outlander PHEV does not come with a spare tire. Instead, a tire repair kit is provided to
temporarily repair a minor puncture caused by a nail, screw, or similar object.
The tire repair kit is stored beneath the floor board of the cargo area (see illustration below), and
contains a 12 V air compressor, puncture sealant, and speed restriction sticker.
The jack is stored beneath the floor board of the cargo area. The tools are behind the access panel in
the right hand quarter trim (see illustration below).
Tire Repair Kit
12V Compressor
Jack
Puncture
Sealant
Tools
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INTERIOR
Black/Gray
Seats
D
D
All models come standard with premium leather
seats:
D
Black with gray stitching or
D
Brown with red stitching
Also standard on all models are 8-way adjustable
power driver and passenger front seats.
Brown/Red
Rear View Mirror with Compass
Also standard on all PHEV models is a rear view mirror
equipped with a compass and Homelink®.
Deluxe Floor Console
All models come with a deluxe floor console with larger
cup holders and closing lid, which matches the
premium interior print panels.
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INTERIOR (continued)
Energy Flow Display on MID and SDA
Details of EV driving such as main drive battery charge level, miles remaining for EV and gasoline
driving, and Energy Flow are displayed on the multi-information display in the combination meter, and
on the Smartphone Link Display Audio screen.
PHEV Displays on MID
EV Driving Percentage
Miles Remaining
Energy Flow Display on MID
Main Drive Battery
Charge Level
EV Mode
Series Hybrid Mode
Parallel Hybrid Mode
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INTERIOR (continued)
PHEV Displays on SDA
PHEV Related Displays
Energy Flow Displays on SDA
EV Mode
Series Hybrid Mode
Parallel Hybrid Mode
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FACTORY AND PORT OPTION PACKAGES
ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Rear seat DVD player
D
Remote control
D
Infrared wireless headphones (2)
EXTERIOR PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels*
D
Front, side, and rear air dams
* Developed for PHEV models only
TOWING PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Tow hitch
D
Trailer tow wire harness
CHROME PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Chrome door handle covers
D
Side view mirror covers
PROTECTION PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Rear bumper step protector
D
Scuff plates
D
Liftgate protector
CARGO MAT PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Cargo mat
D
Cargo net
ALL WEATHER PACKAGE − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Cargo tray
D
All−weather floor mats (4)
QUICK VALUE PACKAGE 1 − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Black lug nuts and wheel locks
D
Cargo mat
D
Front and rear mudguards
D
Cargo net
QUICK VALUE PACKAGE 2 − 2018 Outlander PHEV − All Trim Levels
D
Hood protector
D
Cargo tray
D
Roof rack crossbars
D
All weather floor mats (4)
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ACCESSORY OPTIONS (U.S. Models)
The following port and/or dealer installed accessories are available for 2018 Outlander PHEV.
D
LED fog lights (SEL only)
D
Front and rear mudguards
D
Front and rear park assist sensors
D
Rear large spoiler
D
Rear park assist sensors
D
Body side moldings
D
Hood protector
D
Carpeted floor mats and portfolio
D
Sunroof wind deflector (GT only)
D
Black lug nuts and wheel locks
D
Roof rack crossbars
D
“PHEV” body graphics*
D
Tonneau cover
D
“OUTLANDER” hood emblem*
* Developed for PHEV models only
PHEV Body Graphics & Hood Emblem
“OUTLANDER” Hood Emblem
PHEV Side Decal Set
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WARRANTY
U.S. and Puerto Rico
D
Basic − 5 years or 60,000 miles
D
Powertrain − 10 years or 100,000 miles (original retail purchaser only). 5 years or 60,000 miles
to subsequent owners.
D
PHEV Components − 10 years or 100,000 miles
D
Main Drive Battery − 10 years or 100,000 miles
D
Outer Panel Rust Perforation − 7 years or 100,000 miles
D
Adjustments − 1 year or 12,000 miles
D
Roadside Assistance − 5 years / unlimited miles
D
Emissions − Refer to the Warranty and Maintenance Manual for coverage details.