Why is the shift lock on my Mitsubishi Galant not working?
I was dragged with vehicle down driveway across street into a yard and into a tree where vehicle came to rest after crashing into tree. The Galants shift lock does not work the brake should have to be depressed to shift and not at all if engine is off. This needs to be investigated as this could well have been fatal.
What kind of transmission does a Mitsubishi Galant have?
The contact owns a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. While the vehicle was idling, the contact heard a humming sound coming from the engine. She attempted to accelerate, but the vehicle stalled and shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that a transmission kit was needed. The contact did not notice any differences beforehand.
How does the throttle position sensor work on a car?
As you press down on the pedal, the throttle position sensor receives a signal relative to where your foot is, ranging from all the way up (zero acceleration) to all the way down (full acceleration). This sensor relays the information to the car’s main computer — giving it constant updates as to the position of the throttle.
Why is my throttle body not working properly?
The issue could also be an incorrectly adjusted throttle stop. This is a component that acts as a gate-keeper and establishes a minimum or maximum position for a throttle body plate to be opened or closed. A maladjusted stop wouldn’t allow in the correct amounts of air and fuel.
Why does the Check Engine light come on when throttle body is bad?
As soon as the car’s onboard computer detects a problem with the throttle body signal, it will cause the check engine light to illuminate. The check engine light also comes on due to several other reasons, which is why we recommend to visit an auto specialist and have the car scanned for any trouble codes when it pops up on your dashboard.
Where to find Mitsubishi check engine light codes?
When retrieving Mitsubishi check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the steering column. The connector may have a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3.
How is the throttle body connected to the PCM?
The throttle body is linked with a throttle body position sensor which collects information regarding the amount of air entering the intake. The sensor then transfers this information to the PCM which decides how much fuel should be mixed for an effective combustion process.
What happens when the throttle position sensor fails?
The throttle position sensor can fail in several ways, all of which result in poor fuel economy at best, and performance limitations that may create safety hazard for you and other motorists at worst. This sensor can fail gradually, or all at once. In most cases, the Check Engine Light is illuminated if a TPS failure is detected.