2000 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE Recalls (3)

Campaign:
00V132000 on 05/09/2000
Component:
Parking brake:driveline:hydraulic
Manufactured:
02/28/1999 - 05/10/2000
Affected:
9,250
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the head of the screw that holds the retaining clip for the parking brake shoe can become brittle and break off.
Consequence:
If the screw head breaks off, the parking brake shoe retainer clip can become dislodged and could result in the parking brake dragging and/or failure of the parking brake to properly hold. seizure of the parking brake shoe, especially on wet or snow covered roads, could result in lockup of one of the rear wheels.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the retaining clip screw and in the process inspect the rear brake system of any possible related damage. any related damage that may be found will also be repaired.
Notes:
Owner notification began june 30, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V067000 on 02/19/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Affected:
134,000
Defect:
Certain sport utility and passenger vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manual does not contain a step-by-step description for headrest adjustment when installing a child restraint system (crs) tether strap.
Consequence:
If the tether strap is improperly installed to the tether anchor, the child safety seat may not be sufficient restrained. in the event of a crash, the child could be injured.
Correction:
A letter outlining the problem will be sent to owners along with a sticker containing the correct instructions as well as instructions on where to affix the sticker in the owner's manual. the recall began on march 29, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-888-648-7820.
Notes:
Mitsubishi recall no. sr-04-002.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
04V428000 on 09/02/2004
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
06/30/1997 - 03/30/2004
Affected:
100,432
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'occupant crash protection.' the bilingual english/spanish removable air bag warning labels affixed to the dash and to the sunvisor do not meet the size requirements of the standard.
Consequence:
This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Correction:
Mitsubishi caribbean will mail a customer notification letter containing a written description and a graphic of the bi-lingual dashboard air bag warning label. in addition, all current 2000-2004 nativa owners will also receive replacement air bag alert labels for the sun visors. this recall is expected to begin during march or april 2005. the notification to the nativa owners is expected to begin during april or may 2005. owners should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Notes:
The manufacturer's petition which requested that nhtsa determine this fmvss noncompliance does not create an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety was partially denied on january 26, 2005. therefore, this manufacturer is obligated to conduct an owner notification and remedy campaign.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

2000 MITSUBISHI DIAMANTE TSBs (45)

Bulletin:
TSB9900003R
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
This bulletin contains additional pdi procedures and service information concerning the anti-theft engine immobilizer system with security keys. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB9900003
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information on pdi procedures concerning the new immobilizer system feature on certain 2000 model year mitsubishi vehicles. * mjs
Bulletin:
9954007
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This bulletin clarifies the installation instructions for the 6-disc in-dash cd changer. *tt
Bulletin:
9954010
Component:
116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
Summary:
Information concerning a no-start condition caused by immobilizer ignition key interference. *tt
Bulletin:
9923010
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information. *tt
Bulletin:
9954008
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Information regarding a numer of immobilizer ecus not having override codes. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0011004
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Information concerning the deletion of the air conditioning compressor / generator belt idler pulley. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0011003
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
This bulletin contains revised procedures for adjusting the timing belt auto tensioner. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0023003
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains information concerning the elimination of the external automatic transmission oil filter. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0042A004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
This bulletin helps clarify the proper remote keyless entry (rke) answerback deactivation / reactivation function procedure by using only the vehicle's rke transmitter. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0013003
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
0013005
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0054010
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin contains corrected pages for certain engine compartment and dash panel configuration diagrams which were improperly printed in the original paper manual. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0017001
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
This bulletin contains corrected voltage check specifications for the cruise control switch. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0142A001
Component:
175200 latches/locks/linkages:trunk lid:lock
Summary:
Information on trunk lid release kits for confinement within trunk. *jb
Bulletin:
TSB0100007
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Some customer smay not understand how to open the trunk lid using the remote keyless (rke) transmitter, or how to defrost the windshield. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0137A002
Component:
014200 steering:rack and pinion:rack
Summary:
This bulletin contains new, revised steering rack overhaul procedures because of revised construction and configuration of the internal parts. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0123010
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Some customers may complain of shudder, surge, and / or vibration when driving 35 - 50 mph at steady throttle. this condition may be due to the breakdown of the spii a/t fluid, creating a torque converter damper clutch shudder.
Bulletin:
12
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on intermittent tcl light and tcl code 12. *tt
Bulletin:
121201
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Subject regarding heater core leakage.*jb
Bulletin:
011101
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Vehicles may experince fuel tank popping or oil canning noise. *jb
Bulletin:
TSB0242A001
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Subject regarding door glass adjustment - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
78
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Customers may complain of a fuel tank popping or oil-canning noise while driving or when the vehicle is parked. *tt
Bulletin:
78
Component:
138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
Summary:
Subject regarding heater core gasket for heater core leakage. *tt
Bulletin:
8113
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and p0174 for v6 models. *lc
Bulletin:
TSB0223004
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin revises the tightening torque values for the transmission output shaft retainer bolts and the transmission oil pump mounting bolts. *tt
Bulletin:
TSB0242A009
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
This bulletin descirbes how to secure a loose dripline weatherstrip. *tt
Bulletin:
85
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
On some vehicles, customers may find that when programming the rke answerback function the desired function change may not take place. *tt
Bulletin:
85
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Bulletin review regarding tsb-02-23-004 - revises bolt tightening torque values for transmission output shaft retainer and transmission oil pump. *tt
Bulletin:
84
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Bulletin review tsb-02-42a-009 regarding loose dripline weatherstrip. *tt
Bulletin:
80
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Information on a diagnostic trouble code p0174 set *tt
Bulletin:
80
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Brief information on console lid installation. *tt
Bulletin:
0242A018
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Center console lid installation. *tt
Bulletin:
0352A001
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Center console lid latch replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vibration increasing with speed. *tt
Bulletin:
93
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vibration increasing with speed. *tt
Bulletin:
0313007
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
The low fuel warning light may not illuminate until after the fuel gauge reaches e. *tt
Bulletin:
0323006
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Torque converter shudder, surge, and/or vibration (possibly intermittent) when driving 35-50 mph at steady throttle. *tt
Bulletin:
0336001
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Revised parking brake adjustment specifications - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
0317006
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
Test specifications for the cruise control vacuum pump are incorrectly printed in the affected service manuals. *ph
Bulletin:
09012002
Component:
221600 seats:front assembly:power adjust
Summary:
Power seat memory function. *eh
Bulletin:
10012002
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Fuel level guage stuck near half full. *eh
Bulletin:
0627001
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Rear axle knuckle assembly bushing replacement - service manual revision. *tt
Bulletin:
MEDICUpdate517
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a message sent to dealers, to inform them that an update for medic will be available.
Bulletin:
TT237
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This is a service newsletter (tech talk) that was sent out to dealers.

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