TSB-19-00-012

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SUBJECT:
NEW MODEL FEATURES & SERVICE
INFORMATION - 2020 OUTLANDER SPORT
No:
TSB-19-00-012
DATE:
August 2019
MODEL:
2020 Outlander Sport
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 2020 Outlander
Sport (U.S. models only). Review the details that
follow to familiarize yourself regarding new features
and options. Refer to the 2020 Outlander Sport
Service Manual on MEDIC, MDL, or CD (p/n
MSCD-017B-2020), and the Owner's Manual for details
on these and other features.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2020 Outlander Sport
U.S. MODEL LINEUP
MODEL
ENGINE
TRANSMISSION
ES (2WD / AWC)
SP (2WD / AWC)
4B11 – 2.0L DOHC MIVEC 16V 4 cyl.
SE (2WD / AWC)
GT (2WD / AWC)
CVT
4B12 – 2.4L DOHC MIVEC 16V 4 cyl.
NOTE: For 2020 model year, 5-speed manual transmission is no longer being offered.
SERVICE INFORMATION
See TSB-19-00-011 for 2020 Outlander Sport Technical Specifications.
Copyright 2019 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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NEW FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
NOTE: 2020 Outlander Sport is carried over from the 2019 model year with the following changes.
EXTERIOR
”MITSUBISHI” badge eliminated from
rear of vehicles
COMMENTS
All 2020 Mitsubishi vehicles
Major redesign of exterior styling in front and
rear for bolder, more rugged look
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
All-new rear bumper fascia to appear more
wide and stable
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
New LED headlights, tail lights, daytime
running lights
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
Gloss black and satin silver grille accents
Standard on SE and GT
New side garnish
Black with turn indicator (ES, SP), chrome
without turn indicator (SE, GT)
Three new paint colors: Sunshine Orange,
Red Diamond, Oak Brown
Available for all 2020 Outlander Sport
Automatic headlights
Standard on SE (already standard on GT)
Front rain sensing windshield wipers
Standard on SE and GT
New 18-inch alloy wheel design
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
Special Edition features
Standard on SP (Special Edition)
INTERIOR
COMMENTS
All new seat material fabric
Standard on ES and SE
Heated front seats
Standard on SP, available for ES with ES
Convenience Package (already standard on
SE and GT)
Black headliner and pillars
Standard on GT
Gloss black and silver accent audio panel
Standard on SP, available for ES with ES
Convenience Package
Gloss black and silver accent HVAC controls
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
TRANSMISSION/DRIVE SYSTEM
Manual transmission discontinued
COMMENTS
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
Improved 4WD Control logic
Standard on all models w/AWC
HVAC SYSTEM
Blower fan changed to brushless motor type
for more efficient operation
COMMENTS
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
New refrigerant R1234yf and Internal Heat
Exchanger (IHX) adopted
Standard on all 2020 Outlander Sport
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NEW FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
SAFETY & SECURITY
Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) w/
Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure
Warning (LDW), Automatic High Beam (AHB)
COMMENTS
Standard on SE (previously standard on GT)
CONVENIENCE
New 8-inch Smartphone-link Display Audio
(SDA)
COMMENTS
Standard on SP, SE, and GT, available on ES
with ES Convenience Package
Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™, and
SiriusXM© with 3 month All Access trial
Standard on SP, available on ES with ES
Convenience Package
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Standard on SE (already standard on GT
models w/addition of Homelink©)
Steering wheel voice recognition control
Standard on SP, available on ES with ES
Convenience Package
Dual front USB ports
Available for ES with ES Convenience
Package (already standard on SP, SE, and GT)
EXTERIOR
MITSUBISHI Badge
New for all 2020 Mitsubishi vehicles the
“MITSUBISHI” badge has been eliminated from the
rear of all models. Instead, the model name
appears on the left, and the trim name (SE, GT) is
shown on the right side.
Major Redesign of Exterior
All 2020 Outlander Sport models have been redesigned with front and rear exterior styling for a
bolder, more rugged look.
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EXTERIOR (continued)
Major Redesign: Front
This major redesign of the front end for all models contributes some distinctive details toward the
bolder, more rugged look.
D New dynamic shield front design
D New front bumper, hood, fenders, headlights
D LED low and high beam headlights
D LED Daytime Running Lights
D LED fog lights (SE, GT)*
Turn Signal Lights
* For models without fog lights (ES, SP), these lenses are clear.
Fog Lights*
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EXTERIOR (continued)
Major Redesign: Rear
The redesign of the rear adds to the bolder look, giving a wider and more stable appearance.
D New rear bumper
D New LED tail lights
D T-shaped rear combination lamps
T-shaped Rear Combination Lamps
Rear Combination Lamp Detail
Clear Lenses (Reflectors) only
Grille Accents: Gloss Black and Satin Silver
Standard on SE and GT models are updated grille
accents in gloss black and satin silver.
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EXTERIOR (continued)
ES, SP
Red Diamond
Sunshine Orange
Oak Brown
SE, GT
New Side Garnish
A new side garnish is standard on all models, as
follows:
D
Black side garnish with turn indicator:
Standard on ES and SP. These models now have
body-colored side mirrors without turn
indicators.
D
Chrome side garnish without turn indicator:
Standard on SE and GT. These models now have
body-colored side mirrors with turn indicators
as standard equipment.
Three New Exterior Paint Colors
Three new paint colors are available for all 2020
Outlander Sport models.
D
Red Diamond (replaces Rally Red)
D
Sunshine Orange
D
Oak Brown (replaces Quartz Brown)
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EXTERIOR (continued)
Automatic Headlights
Automatic Headlights
Already standard on GT models, automatic
headlights are now standard on SE.
Front Rain-sensing Windshield Wipers
Front Rain-sensing Wipers
Also already standard on GT models, front
rain-sensing wipers are now standard on SE.
New Wheel Design
All models come standard with a newly designed
18-inch two-tone alloy wheel.
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EXTERIOR (continued)
2020 Special Edition (SP) Features
The Special Edition (SP) model for 2020 Outlander Sport adds more unique elements to match the
redesigned exterior.
D Carbon-style grille
D Front and rear undercovers
D Large roof spoiler
D Special Edition badge
Special Edition (SP) Features
Carbon-style Grille
Large Roof Spoiler
Front Undercover
Rear Undercover
NOTE: These features are also available for other models (except the “Special Edition” badge) as noted in
the Factory and Port Option Packages and Accessory Options at the end of this TSB.
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INTERIOR
New Seat Fabric
New seat material is available in 2 colors for ES, SP, and SE models.
New Seat Fabric
Gray
Black
Heated Front Seats
SP (Special Edition) models come standard with
heated front seats, and are available for ES models
with the ES Convenience Package. (Heated front
seats are already standard on SE and GT models.)
NOTE: ES model shown.
Black Headliner and Pillars
New for 2020 Outlander Sport, GT models come
standard with black headliner and pillars.
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INTERIOR (continued)
Gloss Black and Silver Accent Audio Panel
SP (Special Edition) models have an audio panel
with gloss black and silver accents as standard
equipment. Also available for ES models with the ES
Convenience Package. (The gloss black and silver
audio panel is already standard on SE and GT
models.)
Gloss Black and Silver Accent HVAC Controls
All 2020 Outlander Sport models have HVAC
controls with gloss black and silver accents as
standard equipment.
TRANSMISSION / DRIVE SYSTEM
Manual Transmission Discontinued
Manual transmission (5 M/T) has been discontinued for all 2020 Outlander Sport.
Improved 4WD Control Logic
All models equipped with All Wheel Control (AWC) now have an improved 4WD control logic that
protects the drivetrain by suppressing heat generation of the electronic-control coupling in certain
conditions.
HVAC SYSTEM
A/C Blower Fan Change
Brushless
blower motor
Blower Fan Changed to Brushless Motor Type
Standard for all 2020 Outlander Sport the blower
fan has been changed from a brush motor to a
brushless motor for more efficient operation.
This change is in compliance with the CAFÉ
regulation in North America and features:
D
Reduced blower motor weight.
D
Reduced power consumption at peak load.
NOTE: There are no changes to maintenance
procedures with the new blower motor.
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HVAC SYSTEM (continued)
New Refrigerant (R1234yf) and IHX Plumbing
To comply with upcoming refrigerant regulations, R1234yf has been adopted for all 2020 Outlander
Sport models. In addition, new A/C plumbing with an internal heat exchanger (IHX) has been
adopted to comply with the CAFÉ regulation in North America. The IHX works together with the new
refrigerant, R1234yf, to reduce effects on the environment and improve HVAC system efficiency.
A/C Plumbing with Internal
Heat Exchanger (IHX)
SAFETY & SECURITY
FCM / LDW / AHB
Now standard safety equipment on SE and GT models, are Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM) with
Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Automatic High Beam (AHB) systems.
Forward Collision Mitigation (FCM)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Automatic High Beam (AHB)
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CONVENIENCE
Dual Front USB Ports
Now standard on SP, SE, and GT models are two
front USB ports in the lower center dash. Also
available for ES with the ES Convenience Package.
Steering Wheel Voice Recognition Control
Now standard on SP (Special Edition) models, and
available for ES with the ES Convenience Package, is
steering wheel voice recognition control (already
standard on SE and GT models).
Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror
Now standard on SE models, is an auto-dimming
rearview mirror. (Shown: GT models already have an
auto-dimming rearview mirror with the addition of
Homelink©).
New 8-inch Smartphone Link Display Audio
New Generation 8-inch Smartphone-link Display
Audio
A new generation Smartphone-link Display Audio
with a large 8-inch display screen and new
graphical user interface (GUI) display comes
standard on SP, SE, and GT models. Also available
for ES in the ES Convenience Package.
Included with the new 8-inch unit, the following
features were already standard on SE and GT, and
are now standard on SP (Special Edition), and also
available for ES with the ES Convenience Package:
D
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
D
SiriusXM© with 3-month All Access trial
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FACTORY OPTION PACKAGES
ES CONVENIENCE PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - ES - NEW for 2020 Outlander Sport
D
D
D
D
8-inch Smartphone-link Display Audio (SDA)
Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
SiriusXM© with 3-month All Access trial
Steering wheel voice recognition control
D
Heated front seats
D
Front USB ports
D
Gloss black with silver accent audio panel
PORT OPTION PACKAGES
EXTERIOR PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels (except SP) NEW for 2020 Outlander Sport
D
Front undercover
D
Rear undercover
LED ILLUMINATION PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels
D
Floor illumination (Blue LEDs)
D
Interior lights
D
Tailgate illumination (Blue LEDs)
CARGO PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels
D
Cargo mat
D
Cargo net
ALL WEATHER PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels
D
Cargo tray
D
All-weather floor mats
POPULAR VALUE PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels (except SP)
D
D
D
Wheel locks
Front and rear mudguards
Aluminum/leather shift knob
D
D
Cargo net
Cargo mat
PROTECTION PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels
D
D
D
Hood protector
All-weather floor mats
Cargo tray
D
D
Rear bumper step protector
Scuff plates
CHROME VALUE PACKAGE - 2020 Outlander Sport - All Trim Levels
D
Side view mirror covers
D
Bright tailgate protector
D
Chrome door handle covers
D
Bright lower door molding - NEW for 2020
Outlander Sport
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ACCESSORY OPTIONS (U.S. Models)
The following port and/or dealer installed accessories are available for the 2020 Outlander
Sport (all trim levels, except where noted).
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
Body graphics - NEW for 2020 Outlander Sport
Carbon-style grille (except SP) - NEW for 2020
Outlander Sport
Alloy fuel door
Roof rack crossbars
Front and rear mudguards
Body side moldings
Tonneau cover
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
Rear park assist sensors
Wheel locks
Remote engine start
Hood protector
Roof spoiler (except SP)
Black lug nuts & wheel locks
Carpeted floor mats and portfolio
All-weather floor mats
NEW ACCESSORIES FOR 2020 OUTLANDER SPORT
Body Graphics
Carbon Style Grille
WARRANTY
U.S. and Puerto Rico
Canada
D
Basic - 5 years or 60,000 miles
D
Basic - 5 years or 100,000 km
D
Powertrain - 10 years or 100,000 miles
(original retail purchaser only). 5 years or
60,000 miles to subsequent owners.
D
Powertrain - 10 years or 160,000 km
D
Rust Perforation - 7 years or 100,000 miles
D
Rust Perforation - 5 years with unlimited km
D
Adjustments - 1 year or 12,000 miles
D
Adjustments - 1 year or 20,000 km
D
Roadside Assistance - 5 years / unlimited
miles
D
Roadside Assistance - 5 years/unlimited km