Headlights come on automatically (they shouldn't in my car)

[erad]

My wife's ZJ Outlander has done this twice - the headlights come on by themselves when I turn the ignition to ON. OK - when I turn it OFF, they go out so it won't flatten the battery, but the headlights remain on whilst the start motor is operating. Low beam only, but it isn't right.

I have solved the problem by disconnecting the battery and then reconnect it, but has anyone had this happen on any Mitsubishi, and if so, did they find the original cause?

[DibbyDibbyDJ]

You have a faulty ETACS unit. If in warranty no problem, if outside get your dealer to put in goodwill claim.
It is a known issue. When they replace the ETACS is is also possible they need to replace both transponders to ensure operation.

[erad]

Thanks. The car is 7 years old, so I don't think it will be a warranty claim. I will just keep isolating the battery until something else goes wrong.

[DibbyDibbyDJ]

Thanks. The car is 7 years old, so I don't think it will be a warranty claim. I will just keep isolating the battery until something else goes wrong.

Always worth a try. When MMAL know of an issue like this you would be surprised at what they will pay for. If you are original owner that can help, but not necessary.

[erad]

Worth a try I guess. Problem is that the car hasn't been near the dealer since it went out of warranty. Nor has it done many km either, but that is irrelevant. I will try and post if they agree.