1999 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI Camshaft sensor

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TROUBLESHOOTING
DIAGNOSIS TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW
Refer to GROUP 00 – How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
ENGINE WARNING LAMP (CHECK ENGINE LAMP)
If an abnormality occurs in any of the following items related
to the Multipoint Fuel Injection (MPI) system, the engine
warning lamp will illuminate.
If the lamp remains illuminated or if the lamp illuminates while
the engine is running, check the diagnosis code output.
Engine warning lamp inspection items
Engine-ECU
Air flow sensor
Intake air temperature sensor
Throttle position sensor
Engine coolant temperature sensor
Crank angle sensor
Camshaft position sensor
Barometric pressure sensor
Detonation sensor
Injector
Ignition coil, power transister unit
METHOD OF READING AND ERASING DIAGNOSIS
CODES
Refer to GROUP 00 – How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection
Service Points.
INSPECTION USING MUT-II DATA LIST AND
ACTUATOR TESTING
1. Carry out inspection by connecting the MUT-II.
If there is an abnormality, check and repair the chassis
harnesses and components.
2. After repairing, check that the abnormal input and output
have returned to normal as a result of the repairs.
3. Erase the diagnosis code memory.
4. Remove the MUT-II and carry out a road test to confirm
that the problem has disappeared.
Engine warning lamp
(check engine lamp)

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FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION REFERENCE TABLE
When the main sensor malfunctions are detected by the diagnosis function, the vehicle is controlled
by means of the pre-set control logic to maintain safe conditions for driving.
Malfunctioning itemControl contents during malfunction
Air flow sensor1. Uses the throttle position sensor signal and engine speed signal (crank angle sensor
signal) to take reading of the basic injector drive time and basic ignition timing from
the pre-set mapping.
2. Fixes the ISC servo in the appointed position so idle control is not performed.
Intake air temperature
sensorControls as if the intake air temperature is 25C.
Throttle position
sensorNo increase in fuel injection amount during acceleration due to the throttle position sensor
signal.
Engine coolant
temperature sensor1. Controls as if the engine coolant temperature is 80C.
(This condition is maintained until the ignition switch is turned off even when the
sensor signal returns normal.)
2. Lets the fan motor (radiator and condenser) run at high speed.
Camshaft position
sensorInjects fuel to all cylinders simultaneously for 4 seconds.
(However, after the ignition switch is turned to ON, the No. 1 cylinder top dead centre is not
detected at all.)
Barometric pressure
sensorControls as if the barometric pressure is 101 kPa.
Detonation sensorSwitches the ignition timing from ignition timing for super petrol to ignition timing for standard
petrol.
Ignition coil, power
transistor unitCuts off the fuel supply to cylinders with an abnormal ignition.
Alternator FR terminalDoes not control the output of the alternator according to an electrical load. (works as a
normal alternator)

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3. INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES
Code No.Diagnosis itemReference page
12Air flow sensor system13-8
13Intake air temperature sensor system13-9
14Throttle position sensor system13-9
21Engine coolant temperature sensor system13-10
22Crank angle sensor system13-11
23Camshaft position sensor system13-12
24Vehicle speed sensor system13-13
25Barometric pressure sensor system13-14
31Detonation sensor system13-15
41Injector system13-15
44Ignition coil and power transistor unit system13-16
64Alternator FR terminal system13-17
INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES
Code No. 12 Air flow sensor systemProbable cause
Range of Check

Engine speed is 500 r/min or more.
Set conditions

Sensor output frequency is 3 Hz or less for 4 seconds.
Malfunction of the air flow sensor

Improper connector contact, open or short-circuited
harness wire of the air flow sensor

Malfunction of the engine-ECU
Measure at the air flow sensor con-
nector A-25.

Connect the connector. (Use
the test harness: MB991709)
1. Voltage between 3 and earth
(Engine: Idling)
OK:2.2–3.2 V
2. Voltage between 7 and earth
OK:0–1 V (Engine: idling)
6–9 V (2,000 r/min)
OK
Replace the engine-ECU.1. NG
Check the air flow sensor circuit.
(Refer to P.13-55, INSPECTION
PROCEDURE 48.)
2. NG
Measure at the engine-ECU con-
nector B-59.

Connect the connector.

Voltage between 19 and earth
(Ignition switch: ON)
OK:6–9 V
OK
Check the following connector:
B-59
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Replace the engine-ECU.NG
Check the following connector:
A-25NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
NG
Repair
Replace the air flow sensor.

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Code No. 23 Camshaft position sensor systemProbable cause
Range of Check

Ignition switch: ON

Engine speed is approx. 50 r/min or more.
Set conditions

Sensor output voltage does not change for 4 seconds (no pulse signal input.)
Malfunction of the camshaft position sensor

Improper connector contact, open or short-circuited
harness wire of the camshaft position sensor circuit

Malfunction of the engine-ECU
Measure at the camshaft position sensor connector A-97.

Connect the connector.

Voltage between 2 and earth (Engine: cranking)
OK:0.4–3.0 V

Voltage between 2 and earth (Engine: idling)
OK:0.5–2.0 VOKReplace the engine-ECU.
NG
Measure at the camshaft position sensor connector A-97.

Disconnect the connector, and measure at the harness side.
1. Voltage between 3 and earth (Ignition switch: ON)
OK:System voltage
2. Voltage between 2 and earth (Ignition switch: ON)
OK:4.8–5.2 V
3. Continuity between 1 and earth
OK:Continuity1. NGCheck the harness wire between the camshaft position sensor
and the control relay connector, and repair if necessary.
2. NGCheck the following con-
nector: B-62NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Check the harness wire
between the engine-ECU
and the camshaft position
sensor connector.NG
Repair
OK
Replace the engine-ECU. 3. NG
Check the harness wire between the camshaft position sensor
and the earth, and repair if necessary.
OK
Check the following con-
nector: A-97NG
Repair
OK
Check trouble symptom.
NG
Replace the camshaft position sensor.

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE 37
MUT-II: Inspection of no initial combustion
MUT-II Data list
16 engine-ECU power supply voltage (Refer to P.13-57.)NGCheck the power supply and ignition switch-IG system.
(Refer to P.13-35, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 24.)
OK
Does the camshaft rotate at the engine cranking?
(When oil filler cap is removed.)NoCheck timing belt for breakage.
Ye s
MUT-II Self-Diag code
Are diagnosis codes displayed?Ye sRefer to P.13-8, INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES.
No
MUT-II Data list
22 Crank angle sensor
OK:Cranking speed is displayed.NGCheck the crank angle sensor system.
(Refer to P.13-11, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 22.)
OK
MUT-II Actuator test
07 Fuel pump (Refer to P.13-61.)NGCheck the fuel pump system.
(Refer to P.13-36, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 25.)
OK
MUT-II Data list
21 Engine coolant temperature sensor (Refer to P.13-57.)NGCheck the engine coolant temperature sensor system.
(Refer to P.13-10, INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DIAGNOSIS
CODE 21.)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 38
Ignition system: Inspection of no initial combustion.
OK
Check the ignition timing when cranking.
OK:Approx. 5BTDCNGCheck that the crank angle sensor and the timing belt cover are
installed properly.
NGCheck the ignition circuit system.
(Refer to P.13-44, INSPECTION PROCEDURE 32.)Check by connecting a timing light to the spark plug cable.
OK:Timing light flashes during cranking.

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Terminal
No.Normal condition Check condition (Engine condition) Check item
87Idle position switchIgnition switch: ONSet throttle valve to idle
position0 – 1 V
Slightly open throttle
valve4 V or more
88Camshaft position
sensor
Engine: Cranking0.4 – 3.0 V
sensor
Engine: Idle speed0.5 – 2.0 V
89Crank angle sensorEngine: Cranking0.4 – 4.0 V
Engine: Idle speed1.5 – 2.5 V
90Air flow sensorEngine: Idle speed2.2 – 3.2 V
Engine speed: 2,000 r/min

– Engine Compartment WIRING HARNESS
CONFIGURATION DIAGRAMSC-7
A-94 (4-GR) Radiator fan motor
A-96 (2-GR) Knock sensor
A-97 (3-B) Camshaft position sensor
A-99 (2-B) Condenser fan motor
A-101 (1) Power steering oil pressure switch
A-102 (1) Spare connector for fog lamp
A-103 (2-B) Fog lamp (RH)
A-104 (2) Position lamp (RH)
A-105 (3-B) Headlamp (RH)
A-106 (1-B) A/C compressor assembly
A-107 (2-BR) Front turn signal lamp (RH)
A-110 (3-GR) Ignition coil 1
A-111 (3-GR) Ignition coil 2A-112X (4) Radiator fan relay (HI)
A-113X (4) Condenser fan relay (LO)
A-114X (4) Condenser fan relay (HI)
A-116X (4) A/C compressor relay
A-117 (2-GR) Side turn signal lamp (RH)
A-123 (5-B) Fuel pump relay No.2
A-124 (2-B) Fuel pump resistor
A-125 (6-B) Resistor (for injector)
A-126 (5-B) AYC relay
A-127 (2-B) Secondary air control solenoid valve
A-128 (2-GR) Condenser fan motor
A-129 (2-B) Water spray motor
A-131 (1-B) Noise condenser

SINGLE PART INSTALLATION POSITION – ECU / SensorC-17
ECU
B21A066
SENSOR
NameSymbolNameSymbol
Acceleration sensor (lateral) AYC>IKnock sensorB
Acceleration sensor (longitudinal) with ABS and AYC>IOutside air temperature sensor fully automatic air conditioner>F
Air flow sensorDO2 sensorE
Camshaft position sensorGSteering angle sensor (lateral) AYC>H
Crank angle sensorAThrottle position sensorC
Engine coolant temperature sensorG
B21A066