1999 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI front

SRS – Troubleshooting52B-6
TROUBLESHOOTING
STANDARD FLOW OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to GROUP 00 – How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
DIAGNOSIS CODES CHECK
Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector (16-pin) under the instrument under cover, then check
diagnosis codes.
(Refer to GROUP 00 – How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points.)
ERASING DIAGNOSIS CODES
Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector and erase the diagnosis code.
Caution
Turn off the ignition switch before connecting or disconnecting the MUT-II.
INSPECTION CHART FOR DIAGNOSIS CODES
Inspect according to the inspection chart that is appropriate for the malfunction code.
Code No.Diagnosis itemReference page
14Analog G-sensor system in the SRS-ECU52B-7
15,16Safing G-sensor system in the SRS-ECU52B-7
21, 22, 61, 62Driver’s side air bag module (squib) system52B-8
24, 25, 64, 65Front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) system52B-9
31, 32SRS-ECU capacitor system52B-9
34*Connector lock system52B-10
35SRS-ECU (deployed air bag) system52B-10
41*IG1 (A) power circuit system52B-10
42*IG1 (B) power circuit system52B-11
43SRS warning lamp drive circuit
system
Lamp does not illuminate.*52B-12
systemLamp does not switch off.52B-12
44SRS warning lamp drive circuit system52B-13
45SRS-ECU non-volatile memory (EEPROM) and A/D converter system52B-13
51, 52Driver’s side air bag module (squib ignition drive circuit) system52B-13
54, 55Front passenger’s side air bag module (squib ignition drive circuit) system52B-13
NOTE
(1) *: If the vehicle condition returns to normal, the diagnosis code will be automatically erased, and the SRS warning
lamp will return to normal.
(2) If the vehicle has a discharged battery it will store the fault codes 41 or 42. When these diagnosis codes are
displayed, check the battery.

SRS – Troubleshooting52B-9
Code No.24, 25, 64 or 65 Front passenger’s side air bag
module (squib) systemProbable cause
These diagnosis codes are output if there is abnormal resistance between the input
terminals of the driver’s side air bag module (squib).
The trouble causes for each diagnosis code No. are as follows.
Malfunction of wiring harnesses or connectors

Malfunction of front passenger’s side air bag module
(squib)

Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No.Trouble symptom
24
Short in front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) or harness short

Malfunction of connector*
25
Open circuit in front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) or open harness

Malfunction of connector contact
64
Short in front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) harness leading to the power
supply
65
Short in front passenger’s side air bag module (squib) harness leading to the earth
NOTE
*: The connector in the squib circuit has a built-in short bar which short-circuits between plus (+) lead and minus
(–) lead of the squib circuit when the connector is not being connected to prevent an accidental air bag deployment
possibly caused by static electricity, etc. Therefore, malfunction of the connector can also be caused by this
short bar which fails to be released even when the connector is reconnected if it is damaged.
OK
Check trouble symptoms.
NG
Check the harness wire
between the front passen-
ger’s side air bag module
(squib) and SRS-ECU.NG
Repair
OK
Replace the SRS-ECU.
Ye sCheck the following
connectors:
B-01, B-51NG
RepairSRS check harness
(MB991613)
Body
wiring
harness
1
No
Replace the front passenger’s side air bag module.MUT-II Self-diag code

Disconnect front
passenger’s side air bag
module connector B-01.

Connect SRS check
harness connector (1).

Erase diagnosis code
memory.
Are code Nos.24, 25, 64 or 65
output?
Code No.31 or 32 SRS-ECU capacitor systemProbable cause
Probable cause
These diagnosis codes are output if there is abnormal resistance between the input
terminals of the driver’s side air bag module (squib).
Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No.Trouble symptom
31
Voltage at the capacitor terminal is higher than the specified value for five seconds
or more
32
Voltage at the capacitor terminal is lower than the specified value for five seconds
or more (this is not detected if diagnosis code No.41 or 42 indicating system voltage
drop has been output.)
Replace the SRS-ECU.

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Code No.44 SRS warning lamp drive circuit systemProbable cause
This diagnosis code is output when a short occurs in the lamp drive circuit or a
malfunction of the output transistor inside the SRS-ECU is detected while the SRS-ECU
is monitoring the SRS warning lamp drive circuit.
Malfunction of wiring harnesses or connectors

Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Check the SRS warning lamp drive circuit system.
(Refer to P.52B-12)OKReplace the SRS-ECU.
Code No.45 SRS-ECU non-volatile memory (EEPROM)
and A/D converter systemProbable cause
This diagnosis code is output if there is a malfunction in the SRS-ECU non-volatile
memory (EEPROM) and A/D converter.
Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No.Trouble symptom
45Non-volatile memory
(EEPROM)
Non-volatile memory (EEPROM) is abnormal.
Replace the SRS-ECU.
Code No.51 or 52 Driver’s side air bag module (squib
ignition drive circuit) systemProbable cause
This diagnosis code is output if a short (No.51) or an open circuit (No.52) is detected
in the circuit for the driver’s seat.
Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No.Trouble symptom
51Driver’s side air bag module
(squib ignition drive circuit)

Short circuit in the squib ignition drive circuit
52
(squib ignition drive circuit)

Open circuit in the squib ignition drive circuit
Replace the SRS-ECU.
Code No.54 or 55 Front passenger’s side air bag module
(squib ignition drive circuit) systemProbable cause
This diagnosis code is output if a short (No.54) or an open circuit (No.55) is detected
in the circuit for the passenger’s seat.
Malfunction of SRS-ECU
Code No.Trouble symptom
54Front passenger’s side air
bag module (squib ignition

Short circuit in the squib ignition drive circuit
55
bag module (squib ignition
drive circuit)
Open circuit in the squib ignition drive circuit
Replace the SRS-ECU.

SRS – SRS Maintenance52B-16
SRS COMPONENT VISUAL CHECK
Turn the ignition key to the LOCK (OFF) position, disconnect
the negative battery cable and tape the terminal.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery
cable before doing any further work. (Refer to P.52B-3.)
SRS CONTROL UNIT (SRS-ECU)
1. Check SRS-ECU case and brackets for dents, cracks,
deformation or rust.
Caution
The SRS may not activate if the SRS-ECU is not
installed properly, which could result in serious injury
or death to the vehicle’s driver or front passenger.
2. Check connector for damage, and terminals for
deformation or rust.
Replace SRS-ECU if it fails visual check.
(Refer to P.52B-24.)
AIR BAG MODULES, STEERING WHEEL AND CLOCK
SPRING
1. Remove the air bag modules, steering wheel and clock
spring. (Refer to P.52B-25.)
Caution
The removed air bag modules should be stored in
a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
2. Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
Insulating tape
Battery
Battery (–) cable
SRS-ECU
Pad cover


Pad cover

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3. Check connector for damage, terminals deformities, and
harness for binds.
4. Check air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
5. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals
for deformation.
6. Check clock spring connectors and protective tube for
damage, and terminals for deformation.
7. Visually check the clock spring case for damage.
8. Align the mating marks of the clock spring and, after
turning the vehicle’s front wheels to straight-ahead
position, install the clock spring to the column switch.
Mating Mark Alignment
Turn the clock spring clockwise fully, and then turn back
it approx. 3 4/5 turns counterclockwise to align the mating
marks.
Caution
If the clock spring’s mating mark is not properly
aligned, the steering wheel may not be completely
rotational during a turn, or the flat cable within the
clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal
operation of the SRS and possibly leading to serious
injury to the vehicle’s driver or front passenger.
9. Install the steering column covers, steering wheel and
the air bag module.
10. Check steering wheel for noise, binds of difficult operation.
11. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
REPLACE ANY VISUALLY INSPECTED PART IF IT
FAILS THAT INSPECTION. (Refer to P.52B-25.)
Caution
The SRS may not activate if any of the above
components is not installed properly, which could
result in serious injury or death to the vehicle’s driver
or front passenger.
Inflator case
Connector

Inflator case
Connector
Protective tube
Case
Mating marksProtective tube

SRS – SRS Maintenance52B-18
BODY WIRING HARNESS
* Body wiring harness
NOTE
*: Vehicles with front passenger’s air bag
1. Check connector for poor connection.
2. Check harnesses for binds, connectors for damage, and
terminals for deformation.
REPLACE ANY CONNECTORS OR HARNESS THAT
FAIL THE VISUAL INSPECTION. (Refer to P.52B-3.)
Caution
The SRS may not activate if SRS harnesses or
connectors are damaged or improperly connected,
which could result in serious injury or death to the
vehicle’s driver or front passenger.
POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
Reconnect the negative battery terminal. Turn the ignition
key to the “ON” position. Does the SRS warning lamp illuminate
for about 7 seconds, turn off and then remain extinguished
for at least 5 seconds? If yes, SRS system is functioning
properly. If no, consult page 52B-6.
SRS warning lamp

SRS – Post-collision Diagnosis52B-21
SRS-ECU
1. Check SRS-ECU case and brackets for dents, cracks
or deformation.
2. Check connector for damage, and terminals for
deformation.
Air bag modules
1. Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check connector for damage, terminals deformities, and
harness for binds.
3. Check air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
4. Install air bag module to steering wheel to check fit or
alignment with the wheel.
Clock spring
1. Check clock spring connectors and protective tube for
damage, and terminals for deformation.
2. Visually check the case for damage.
SRS-ECU

Connector

Inflator case
ConnectorInflator case
Case Protective tube
Protective tube

SRS – Warning/Caution Labels52B-23
WARNING/CAUTION LABELS
A number of caution labels related to the SRS are
found in the vehicle, as shown in the followingillustration. Follow label instructions when servicing
SRS. If labels are dirty or damaged, replace them.
Steering wheel Air bag module (driver’s side) Clock spring
Glove box Sun visor SRS-ECU
Steering gear and linkage Air bag module
(front passenger’s side)