2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (CG) — Repair Solution

2.0L 4G94 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol · Ignition Switch · Electrical

Mitsubishi Lancer (CG) Ignition Switch Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mitsubishi
Model: Lancer (CG)
Year: 2003
Engine: 2.0L 4G94 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 324,304
Area: Electrical
Category: Ignition Switch

Customer Complaint

Intermittent no crank, particularly on hot days.
Gets dash lights, but no cranking sound when turning key, or sometimes just a single click.
Says key will sometimes feel hot when removed after fault - reinsert key and try again and it starts.

Problem Summary

Started vehicle 10 times in succession with no fault.
Carried out battery, alternator and battery to chassis/battery to engine block earth voltage drop test - ok

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Quick Facts

CodeMITCG03414
Vehicle2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (CG)
Engine2.0L 4G94 4cyl 16v SOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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