1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (CE) — Repair Solution

1.5L 4G15 4cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Mitsubishi Lancer (CE) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mitsubishi
Model: Lancer (CE)
Year: 1997
Engine: 1.5L 4G15 4cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

The vehicle was started cold and driven for 15 minutes before it stalled and would not restart.

Problem Summary

The engine begins to misfire after 10 minutes of driving and stalls after 15 minutes and won't restart until the engine is completely cold. The customer fitted new plugs, leads, fuel filter and fuel pump.

The following fault codes were found on the initial scan.
32 - Map sensor
22 - Crank sensor
54 - Immobiliser

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeMITCE97120
Vehicle1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (CE)
Engine1.5L 4G15 4cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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