TIN-23-00-003

SUBJECT:
SHIFT BY WIRE CONTROL (SCU) SOFTWARE
UPDATE WHEN REPLACING TCM
NO:
TSB-23-23-003
DATE:
March 2023
MODEL:
2022-23 Outlander
CIRCULATE TO:
[ ] GENERAL MANAGER
[ X ] PARTS MANAGER
[ X ] TECHNICIAN
[ X ] SERVICE ADVISOR
[ X ] SERVICE MANAGER
[ X ] WARRANTY PROCESSOR
[ ] SALES MANAGER
PURPOSE
This bulletin provides instructions to update the software for the SCU (Shift by Wire Control Unit)
when the TCM (Transmission Control Module) is replaced.
BACKGROUND
In a vehicle with an old software version of the SCU, if the TCM is replaced and software
updated, a mismatch between the TCM and SCU software may occur. In this situation, the
vehicle can still be driven; however, if a temporary continuity fault of the inhibitor switch
occurs while operating the gear selector lever, DTC: P0780/P0706 will appear and the vehicle
will become undrivable. If TSB-23-23-002 has been applied to the vehicle or the SCU software
is already at the new version, it is not necessary to perform this bulletin.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Certain 2022-2023 Outlander (VIN Cut-off JA4J4VA81NZ090721)
ATTENTION:
 Turn off all electrical devices to minimize the vehicle's electrical load. Also use an
external power source to ensure that the vehicle battery maintains the specified
voltage during reprogramming. Low voltage of the auxiliary battery may cause
incomplete reprogramming and should that occur the ECU may require replacement.
 Write down all the customer’s electrical device settings such as A/C and radio before
reprogramming and restore them after reprogramming.
 Connect the MUT-3 to an AC power source to prevent internal battery discharge.
 Before using, make sure the USB cable and MUT-3 main harness are not damaged.
 Do not perform maintenance work in the engine room during reprogramming. If the
connection between the engine ECU and ETACS is lost, the cooling fan operates as
fail-safe.
 Check the "All DTC" after reprogramming and erase them (if any).
Copyright 2023, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
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EQUIPMENT
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The following equipment is needed to reprogram the ECU:
VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) or VCI Lite - MB991824 or
MB992744
MEDIC Laptop/Tablet with A/C power adapter - 520924, or FZG1MK2
MUT III Main Harness " A" (blue connector at the DLC end) - MB991910 or
MB992745
USB 2.0 Cable - MB991827 or MB992747
MEDIC 3.5/4 update at 786 or higher
For Standalone MUT III units, MUT-III SE Reprogramming Database
N230201NR or higher
ECU REPROGRAMMING CHART
Model
Outlander
Data No.
（PDX File Name）
31038W00.7PN
New HW Part
No.
New SW Part
No./Ver.
31038W007P
31038W007P
Target HW
Part No.
31038W01P
Target SW
Part No./Ver.
Remarks
31038W001P
SCU
SOFTWARE/MEDIC VERSION VERIFICATION PROCEDURE
1.
Verify that the SCU-ECU has not already been updated to the latest S/W number in
the table above. If the ECU is at the latest level, reprogramming is not necessary.
NOTE: RReprogramming the SCU-ECU with the latest database (e.g., N230201NR
includes all past and current reprogramming for TSBs of affected vehicles. It is
not necessary to reprogram the ECU for each previous TSB.
For MEDIC 3.5/4 users only: (MUT-III SEV users go to step 5)
2. Verify the MEDIC 3.5/4 is at version 3.5 and at update 786 or higher.
If your MEDIC 3.5/4 update is at least 786, continue with the Reprogramming
Procedure. If your MEDIC 3.5/4 update is below 786, update your MEDIC as follows:
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3. Select the MEDIC 3.5/4 Admin tab and click on “Updates”.
4. If the MEDIC update screen advises updates are available, click the “Begin” button.
After all updates are complete, GO TO THE REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE.
5. STANDALONE MUT-III SE SCAN TOOL VIEWER (STV) ONLY: (MEDIC 3.5 USERS – GO TO THE
REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE). Verify that your MUT-III SE has the most current version of
the reprogramming database from the MUT-III SE Main Page.
a. Press the MUT-III SE STV icon.
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b. Press "ECU Reprogramming (SDB)" button.
c. Verify the vehicle information and select the system "Shift" followed by the OK
button.
d. Confirm that the database number displayed at the top is N230201NR or higher.
i. If the database number displayed on your MUT-III SE is N230201NR or
greater, continue to the next section.
ii. If the reprogramming database number displayed on your MUT-III SE is
lower than N230201NR, then the MUT-III SE database needs to be updated.
iii. Once the database number is confirmed, hit the Home button to go back to
the System Select screen.
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REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE
! CAUTION
To ensure that the vehicle battery maintains 12V during the procedure, hookup a battery charger to the vehicle during the procedure.
NOTE: VCI Stand−alone reprogramming is not available for this procedure. The laptop/tablet
and the VCI must remain connected for the entire procedure.
1. Connect the equipment as follows:
NOTE: VCI Lite and MEDIC 4.0 Toughpad shown for illustration purposes only.
Data Link
Connector (Blue
End)
MUT−III SE
Main Harness
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Turn the MEDIC PC/tablet on. If the battery
indicator in the lower right hand corner of the
screen does not show a full charge, it is
recommended that either the battery be
charged prior to beginning or be used with the
A/C power adaptor connected.
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Connect the USB cable to the VCI/VCI Lite.
When the laptop/tablet displays the MUT-III SE
main screen, connect the USB cable to the
device.
Connect the MUT-III SE main harness with the
blue DLC connection to the VCI/VCI Lite. Connect
the blue connection of the MUT-III SE main
harness to the vehicle's data link connector.
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USB Cable
Toughpad
(back)
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VCI Lite
For VCI only (p/n MB991824): Turn the VCI
power switch ON. Verify that the indicator lamp
in the upper right corner of the screen is green.
! CAUTION
DO NOT DISTURB THE HARNESS CABLES OR CONNECTIONS DURING THE REPROGRAMMING
PROCESS AS IT COULD CAUSE THE CONTROL UNIT TO LOSE DATA. IF THE USB CABLE IS
DISCONNECTED DURING THIS PROCEDURE, A WARNING MESSAGE WILL DISPLAY.
NOTE: Due to limited space it may be easiest to connect battery charger cable onto ground
point.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
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a. Press MUT-III SE STV icon.
b. Press the model information display button (car icon) and verify all vehicle info
is correct.
c.
Press "ECU Reprogramming (SDB)" button.
d. Verify the vehicle information and select the system Shift" followed by the OK
button.
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e. The Automatic ECU Reprogramming (SDB) database screen will display. Press the
OK button.
f. Type AS2 account information (if applicable) and press the OK button to start the
reprogramming.
Note: Do not disturb the cable or turn off the ignition during reprogramming to prevent
damage to the ECU.
g. Once the reprogramming is initiated the screen will display the reprogramming
progress. Verify that the software version has been updated per the ECU Reprogramming
chart.
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h.
Press the " ALL DTC" button to initiate " Erase and Read all DTCs" . Press OK when complete.
IMPORTANT: The " Erase and Read all DTCs" must be performed since DTCs may be
generated and stored.
3.
Using a ball-point pen, enter the appropriate ECU part number, Software Part Number (ROM
ID#), this Technical Service Bulletin number, your dealer code, and the current date on
the Engine Compartment/Control Module Label (p/n MSSF024G00). The Vendor Code is
not applicable. The label is available from your facing PDC.
Test drive the vehicle to confirm proper operation.
PARTS INFORMATION
Model
Outlander
Data No.
（PDX File Name）
31038W00.7PN
New HW Part
No.
New SW Part
No./Ver.
31038W007P
31038W007P
Target HW
Part No.
31038W01P
Target SW
Part No./Ver.
Remarks
31038W001P
SCU
WARRANTY
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization to repair. If
an affected vehicle is reported with the described condition, diagnose the condition, repair as
described in this bulletin, and submit a normal warranty claim using the information below.
Operation Code
238511KM
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Operation
Quantity
SCU Software Reflash
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Work Time
0.4H
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