Error Code 5 Wrench Sign and Knocking Problem in Mitsubishi EK Wagon 2012

[mohsinhp]

Hi, I have purchased Mitsubishi EK Wagon G 2012 and ODO Meter shows 47000 Kms. It has knocking problem, no good pickup as compared to my Alto 2008, and ODO Meter shows "Spanner" sign with Error code 5. I live in Gulistan E Jauhar Karachi. Can someone advise some good mechanic for my car and what does error 5 means. I have replaced Spark Plugs with Denso IK20, cleaned throttle body, cleaned Catalytic Converter, fixed suspension problem and I am using Shell Hi Octane. I also poured STP Fuel Injection Cleaner during last fill up. I am really getting insane, please advise.

[omersiddiqui5482]

Bhai firstly go to a scanner and get it checked out properly...

[anon35615524]

If I am not wrong, then the spanner sign means that your car needs routine maintenance work. And usually after maintenance work, spanner sign needs to be resetted manually.

Routine maintenance for used JDM cars commonly available in the market usually involves following tasks:

1. Engine oil change along with genuine filter
2. Cleaning / Replacement of Cabin and Air Filters
3. Brakes Service
4. Checking, Cleaning or Replacement of Spark Plugs (if / when Reqd.)
5. Throttle body service (if / when Reqd.)
6. Catalytic Converter service (if / when Reqd.)
7. Wheel Balancing / Alignment (if / when Reqd.)
   etc.

I would suggest to first get your car thoroughly scanned by a computer, for any / all of the error codes, and then remedial actions be taken accordingly.

[anon35615524]

I have replaced Spark Plugs with Denso IK20

Bro, why did you replace the OEM spark plugs? Were they not working properly?

Secondly, are Denso IK20 OEM recommended spark plugs?

[mohsinhp]

Dear Basit Ali,

Thank you for your timely reply. I am 2nd owner of this vehicle, and previously normal spark plugs were installed, I have searched and recommended Iridium Spark plugs are IK16 and IK20 (Denso). Moreover, today I went to get my vehicle scanned and it didn't show any error code, however, yesterday I scanned myself on OBD2 device and it showed P0505 and cleared it. But on odo meter still shows wrench sign with 5 error code.

There is too much knocking problem and mechanic is saying that Catalytic Converter needs to be replaced. Kindly advise what should I do? I have already got it cleaned.

My car is 2wd 4AT, and I think its gear is not shifting back which is causing knocking problem while driving on slow speed from higher speed. Moreover, it's drive / pickup is not as good as my Alto 660 cc 2008 AT.

Can you please advise;

1. Suitable Solution for above mentioned problems.
2. How to clear "Wrench" sign from ODO meter.

Thanks bro,

[anon35615524]

You are always Welcome dear Bro.

Ok. I get it. But it's recommended to always use genuine and OEM recommended spark plugs. After market, or performance plugs can be harmful for the engine.

As per my limited knowledge; engine knocking has got nothing to do with Transmission or Catalytic Converter of the car. I don't understand, why mechanic is insisting on replacing Catalytic Converter, if it's clean and working absolutely Fine!

I would suggest to change the mechanic for mechanical related issues of your car. He is playing with your car and treating it as some toy.

For wrench icon and it's resetting, I think there is a Mitsubishi Ek Wagon Owners and Fans Club here. You can raise your issue there, and also search here on forums. It's resetting has been discussed here somewhere, some time ago.

And Yes, there is difference between jerking and knocking. Knocking is mostly related to engines and jerking is related to transmissions. Two things are getting intermixed and they are to be treated separately.

[am.ubiquify]

Hey bro, have you got that knocking fixed? i am having same issue, engine is knocking i've changed the oils, filters everything but still no luck.