MI046 Mitsubishi Reference

Subject: Drive cycles for 2004–08 OBD-II vehicles

Source: Mitsubishi service manuals

The drive cycle for these models varies depending upon which monitor needs to run and what diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are present. Use the table below to determine which drive cycle to follow.

Table MI046-1 (part 1 of 2)

Monitor DTC Go To

Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), front P0133, P0153 Drive Cycle 1

HO2S heaterP0031, P0032, P0037, P0038, P0051, P0052, P0057, P0058

Drive Cycle 2

Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system P0401 Drive Cycle 3

Catalytic converter P0421, P0431 Drive Cycle 4

Evaporative emissions system (EVAP) leakage P0442, P0455

Drive Cycle 5EVAP purge P0441

Fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor P0450

EVAP very small leak P0456 Drive Cycle 6

Airflow sensor P0101Drive Cycle 7

Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor P0106, P0107

Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor P0111 Drive Cycle 8

Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor P0116, P0125 Drive Cycle 9

Thermostat P0128 Drive Cycle 10

HO2S, rear P0139, P0159 Drive Cycle 11

Air-fuel ratio feedback P0134, P0154 Drive Cycle 12

HO2S, rear P0140, P0160 Drive Cycle 13

Fuel tank temperature sensor P0181 Drive Cycle 14

MisfireP0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306

Drive Cycle 15

FTP sensor P0451 Drive Cycle 16

Power steering pressure (PSP) switch P0554 Drive Cycle 17

DOR radiator tamperingP1543, P1547 Drive Cycle 18

P1544, P1545, P1546 Drive Cycle 19

Idle speed control system P0506, P0507 Drive Cycle 20

MIVEC system P1020 Drive Cycle 21

Fuel trimP0171, P0172, P0174, P0175

Drive Cycle 22

HO2SP0131, P0137, P0151, P0157, P2195, P2197

Drive Cycle 23

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Drive Cycle 1Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 180°F (82°C)

• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-1 Drive cycle 1

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Monitor Scanner data and drive the vehicle under the following conditions:

a. Vehicle speed above 19 mph (30 kph)

b. Engine speed above 1600 RPM and below 3000 RPM

Airflow sensor P0102, P0103

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MAP sensor P0108

IAT sensor P0112, P0113

ECT sensor P0117, P0118

HO2SP0132, P0138, P0152, P0158, P2252, P2253

Fuel tank temperature sensor P0182, P0183

Fuel InjectorP0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, P0206

Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor P0335

Camshaft position (CMP) sensor P0340

EGR valve stepper motor P0403

EVAP purge solenoid P0443

EVAP vent solenoid P0446

Fuel level sensor P0462, P0463

Engine oil control valve P1021

Barometric pressure sensor P2228, P2229

Table MI046-1 (part 2 of 2)

Monitor DTC Go To

Engine Speed

TimeIgnition Off

4 Minutes

1600–3000 RPM

Step 1 Step 3

Step 2

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c. Engine load above 30% and below 60%

d. No rapid accelerator pedal movement

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 2

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Run the engine at idle for 10 seconds (monitor is running).

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 3Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 180°F (82°C)

• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-2 Drive cycle 3

Vehicle Speed

Time

90 Seconds

Step 1

Step 3

Step 2

20 Seconds

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

18 MPH(30 KPH)

38 MPH(60 KPH)

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z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Accelerate to a vehicle speed of 38 mph (60 kph) and maintain that speed for 90 seconds.

3. Release the accelerator and reduce vehicle speed to 18 mph (30 kph)

4. Accelerate to a vehicle speed of 38 mph (60 kph) and maintain that speed for 20 seconds.

5. Release the accelerator and reduce vehicle speed to 18 mph (30 kph)

6. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

7. Repeat Steps 1 through 6.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

8. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 4Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 86°F (30°C)

• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-3 Drive cycle 4

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Monitor Scanner data and drive the vehicle for 5 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above below 3000 RPM

b. Airflow rate above 15 g/s and less than 29 g/s

c. Accelerator pedal not fully closed

d. No rapid accelerator pedal movement

3. Release the accelerator for 5 seconds.

Engine Speed

Time

5 Minutes

Step 1

Step 3

Step 2

2 Minutes

Step 4

Step 5

3000 RPM

5 Seconds

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4. Drive the vehicle for 2 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above below 3000 RPM

b. Airflow rate above 15 g/s and less than 29 g/s

c. Accelerator pedal not fully closed

d. No rapid accelerator pedal movement

5. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

7. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 5Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature below 96°F (36°C) at start

• Intake air temperature below 96°F (36°C) at start

• Fuel tank level above 15% and below 40% of capacity at start

• Engine coolant temperature above 41°F (60°C) during test

• Intake air temperature above 41°F (5°C) during test

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Fuel temperature below 96°F (36°C)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-4 Drive cycle 5

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Monitor Scanner data and drive the vehicle for 16 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Vehicle speed above 19 mph (30 kph)

b. Engine speed above 1600 RPM and below 4000 RPM

c. Engine load above 26% and below 50%

d. No rapid accelerator pedal movement

Engine Speed

TimeIgnition Off

16 Minutes

1600–4000 RPM

Step 1

Step 3

Step 2

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NOTE:i Drive as long as possible with the power steering pressure switch in the off position (wheels

straight ahead).

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 6Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature below 96°F (36°C) at start

• Intake air temperature below 96°F (36°C) at start

• Fuel tank level above 40% and below 85% of capacity at start

• Engine coolant temperature above 68°F (20°C) during test

• Intake air temperature above 41°F (5°C) during test

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Fuel temperature below 90°F (32°C)

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 16 minutes.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 7Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 32°F (0°C) at start

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

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Figure MI046-5 Drive cycle 7

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 30 seconds.

3. Accelerate for 2 seconds under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 2000 RPM

b. Engine load above 60%

c. Throttle position sensor signal above 3.5 volts.

4. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4.

NOTE:i Under normal conditions the monitor is set to complete after the first drive cycle, the second

cycle is needed to detect if a DTC set during the first drive cycle.

6. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 8Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 169°F (76°C) at start

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-6 Drive cycle 8

Engine Speed

Time

30 SecondsStep 1

Step 3

Step 2

2 Seconds

Step 42000 RPM

Ignition Off

Idle Speed

Vehicle Speed

TimeStep 1

Step 3

Step 2

Step 5

31 MPH(50 KPH)

Ignition Off

Idle SpeedStep 3

Step 2

30 Seconds30 Seconds

30 Seconds 30 Seconds

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z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle at a speed greater than 31 mph (50 kph) for 1 minute.

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to run at idle for 30 seconds.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3.

5. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

6. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 9Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 47°F (7°C) at start

• Intake air temperature below 140°F (60°C) at start

• Engine coolant temperature above 104°F (40°C) during test

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-7 Drive cycle 9

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle for 6 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Vehicle speed greater than 32 mph (50 kph)

b. Fuel cut not active

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 10Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 50°F (10°C) and below 168°F (76°C) at start

• Engine coolant and intake air temperature difference less than 9°F (5°C) at start

• Intake air temperature decrease at startup less than 3.6°F (2°C)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Vehicle Speed

TimeIgnition Off

32 MPH(50 KPH)

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

6 Minutes

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Figure MI046-8 Drive cycle 10

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle for 20 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Vehicle speed greater than 32 mph (50 kph)

b. Fuel cut not active

NOTE:i The system is operating normally if engine coolant temperature rises more than 180°F (82°C)

while driving.

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 11Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 169°F (76°C)

• ‘Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-9 Drive cycle 11

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle at a speed greater than 31 mph (50 kph) for 3 minutes.

3. Release the accelerator for 10 seconds, then stop the vehicle in a safe place.

Vehicle Speed

TimeIgnition Off

32 MPH(50 KPH)

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

20 Minutes

Vehicle Speed

TimeIgnition Off

32 MPH(50 KPH)

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

3 Minutes

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4. Switch the ignition off.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4.

6. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 12Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 180°F (82°C)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-10 Drive cycle 12

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 3 minutes.

3. Drive for 30 seconds under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 1800 RPM

b. Engine load above 30% and less than 80%

c. Throttle position sensor signal below 3.0 volts

d. Fuel cut not active

4. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 13Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 169°F (76°C)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Engine Speed

Time

3 MinutesStep 1

Step 3

Step 2

30 Seconds

Step 41800 RPM

Ignition Off

Idle Speed

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Figure MI046-11 Drive cycle 13

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle for 3 minutes at a speed of 31 mph (50 kph).

3. Release the accelerator pedal for 5 seconds, then stop the vehicle.

4. Accelerate to a vehicle speed of 31 mph (50 kph) under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 1500 RPM

b. Engine load above 40%

5. Release the accelerator pedal for 5 seconds, then stop the vehicle.

6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 two more times.

7. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

8. Repeat Steps 1 through 7.

9. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 14Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 14°F (–10°C) and below 91°F (33°C) at start

• Engine coolant and intake air temperature difference less than 9°F (5°C) at start

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle at a speed above 19 mph (30 kph) until engine coolant temperature rises above 140°F (60°C).

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 15Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

Vehicle Speed

TimeStep 1

Step 3Step 2 Step 431 MPH

(50 KPH)

Ignition Off

Idle Speed3 Minutes

5 Seconds

Step 5

Step 7

Step 4Step 5

Step 4Step 5

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• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-12 Drive cycle 15

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive for 3 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 500 RPM and below 3000 RPM

b. Engine load above 25%

c. No rapid accelerator pedal change

d. Fuel cut not active

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 16Inspection conditions:

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-13 Drive cycle 16

Engine Speed

TimeIgnition Off

500–3000 RPM

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

3 Minutes

Vehicle Speed

TimeIgnition Off

Step 1

Step 3

Step 231 MPH(50 KPH)

Idle SpeedStep 3

Step 2

Step 3

Step 2

Step 3

Step 2

Step 5

20 Seconds

Note: Repeat Step 2 and 3 Sequence 10 times

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z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Accelerate to a vehicle speed of 31 mph (50 kph) under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 2500 RPM

b. Engine load above 55%

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to run at idle for 20 seconds.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 ten more times.

5. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5.

7. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 17Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 86°F (30°C)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Figure MI046-14 Drive cycle 17

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive the vehicle at a speed above 31 mph (50 kph) for 30 seconds.

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 18Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature below 104°F (40°C) at start

• Intake air temperature above 32°F (0°C) and below 140°F (40°C)

• Engine coolant and intake air temperature difference less than 9°F (5°C) at start

• Engine coolant temperature above 171°F (77°C) during test

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Vehicle Speed

TimeIgnition Off

31 MPH(50 KPH)

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

30 Seconds

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Figure MI046-15 Drive cycle 18

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Drive for 10 minutes under the following conditions:

a. Engine speed above 1700 RPM

b. Engine load above 30%

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 19Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 104°F (40°C) at start

• Intake air temperature above 32°F (0°C) and below 140°F (40°C)

• Engine coolant and intake air temperature difference less than 9°F (5°C) at start

• Engine coolant temperature above 171°F (77°C) during test

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 10 minutes.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 20Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 180°F (82°C)

• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

• Barometric pressure higher than 22.5 in-hg (76 kPa)

• Automatic transmission selector in “D” range

Engine Speed

TimeIgnition Off

1700 RPM

Step 1

Step 3Step 2

10 Minutes

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z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Accelerate to a vehicle speed of more than 1 mph (1.5 kph).

3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and allow the engine to run at idle for 1 minute.

4. Switch the ignition off.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4.

6. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 21Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 171°F (77°C)

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 30 seconds.

3. Drive at an engine speed greater than 4813 RPM for 5 seconds.

4. Switch the ignition off.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4.

6. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 22Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 180°F (82°C)

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 15 minutes.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

Drive Cycle 23Inspection conditions:

• Engine coolant temperature above 45°F (7°C)

• Intake air temperature above 14°F (–10°C)

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle for 4 minutes.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3.

5. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

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Drive Cycle 24Inspection conditions:

• Fuel temperature below 96°F (36°C)

• Fuel tank level below 85% of capacity

z To perform the drive cycle:

1. Start the engine with all accessories switched off.

2. Allow the engine to run at idle, engine speed must be below 1000 RPM, for 15 seconds.

3. Switch the ignition off.

4. Check for codes to confirm the DTC did not reset.

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