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Mitsubishi Electric Error Codes

Mr. Slim, City Multi, and Mini-Split Systems

Quick Reference: Error Code Types

E_ Communication
P_ Indoor/Sensor
U_ Outdoor/Compressor
4-digit City Multi/VRF

Communication Errors

Code Description Possible Cause Solution
E0/E3 Remote controller signal receiving error Wiring issue between remote and indoor unit Check remote controller wiring connections
E1/E2 Remote controller board error Remote PCB malfunction Replace remote controller
E6 Indoor/outdoor unit communication error Signal wire fault or PCB issue Check S1/S2/S3 wiring, verify polarity
E7 Outdoor unit communication error (City Multi) Communication between outdoor units Check inter-unit wiring, address settings
E9 Indoor/outdoor communication error (intermittent) Loose connection or interference Tighten connections, check for noise sources
Eb Communication error between indoor units Multi-indoor unit comm fault Check indoor unit addressing and wiring

Sensor Errors

Code Description Possible Cause Solution
P1 Intake sensor error Room temperature sensor fault Check thermistor resistance, replace if faulty
P2 Pipe (coil) temperature sensor error (TH2) Indoor coil thermistor fault Check thermistor connection and resistance
P4 Drain sensor error Drain sensor or float switch fault Check drain sensor, clean float mechanism
P5 Drain pump error Drain pump motor or float switch Check pump operation, clean drain system
P6 Freeze/overheat protection Coil temp too low/high Check airflow, filter, refrigerant charge
P9 Pipe temperature sensor 2 error (TH5) Secondary coil thermistor fault Check and replace thermistor
PA Forced compressor stop (accumulator) Liquid refrigerant in suction line Check TXV/EEV, indoor coil airflow

Compressor & Outdoor Errors

Code Description Possible Cause Solution
P8 Pipe temperature abnormality Outdoor coil thermistor error or frost Check thermistor, verify defrost operation
U1 High pressure protection High head pressure cutout Clean condenser, check fan, verify charge
U2 Low pressure / no refrigerant Low refrigerant or compressor fault Leak test system, check compressor
U3 Short cycle (outdoor) Rapid on-off cycling detected Check refrigerant charge, HP/LP switches
U4 Outdoor thermistor error (TH3) Outdoor ambient sensor fault Check and replace thermistor
U5 Condenser coil thermistor error Condenser temp sensor fault Check and replace thermistor
U6 Compressor overcurrent (soft) Compressor drawing excess current Check compressor, voltage, refrigerant
U7 Low super heat (City Multi) Excessive liquid return Check EEV operation, charge level
U8 Outdoor fan motor abnormal Fan motor lock or feedback error Check fan motor, blade obstruction
U9 Abnormal voltage at DC voltage Inverter power circuit issue Check inverter board, power supply
UA Compressor overcurrent (hard) Severe overcurrent protection Check compressor windings, inverter board
Ub Discharge thermistor error (TH4) Compressor discharge sensor fault Check and replace thermistor
UE Compressor overheat protection Discharge temp too high Check refrigerant charge, compressor
UF Compressor motor overcurrent Compressor winding issue Megohm test compressor, replace if failed
UP Compressor overcurrent (trip) CT sensor detected overcurrent Check compressor, inverter board

Inverter & PCB Errors

Code Description Possible Cause Solution
0403 Current sensor error Inverter current sensor fault Check current transformer, inverter board
1102 Compressor start failure Compressor won't start Check compressor, wiring, capacitor
1105 Compressor overcurrent Instantaneous overcurrent Check compressor windings, inverter
1108 Compressor desync Loss of compressor synchronization Check inverter board, compressor
1302 DC link overvoltage DC bus voltage too high Check power supply, inverter board
1500 AC overcurrent AC line current too high Check power supply, wiring
2500 Heat sink overheat Inverter overtemperature Check ventilation, heat sink
2502 Heat sink thermistor error Inverter temp sensor fault Check thermistor, inverter board
4102 High pressure sensor error HP transducer fault Check pressure sensor
4106 Low pressure sensor error LP transducer fault Check pressure sensor
4235 Suction gas superheat low Liquid returning to compressor Check EEV, metering device
4250 Discharge temp high Compressor overheating Check refrigerant charge, valves
5101 Inverter communication error Inverter PCB comm fault Check inverter board, connections
5102 Main PCB-Inverter communication Control board comm fault Check wiring between boards
6600 Fan motor overcurrent Outdoor fan drawing high current Check fan motor, blade obstruction
6602 Fan motor rotation error Fan not rotating correctly Check fan motor windings, PCB

LED Flash Codes (Mr. Slim)

Code Description Possible Cause Solution
1 Flash Room thermistor error Indoor room sensor fault Check thermistor TH1
2 Flashes Indoor coil thermistor error Coil sensor TH2 fault Check thermistor TH2
3 Flashes Transmission error (sending) Indoor-outdoor comm error Check signal wiring
4 Flashes Transmission error (receiving) Indoor-outdoor comm error Check signal wiring, outdoor PCB
5 Flashes Float switch activated Drain pan full or switch fault Clear drain, check float switch
6 Flashes Freeze protection Indoor coil freezing Check airflow, filter, charge
7 Flashes Overheat protection (indoor) Coil temp too high Check operation mode, airflow
8 Flashes Indoor fan motor error Fan motor not running Check motor, capacitor, PCB
10 Flashes EEV/Valve error Electronic expansion valve fault Check EEV coil, wiring
11 Flashes Indoor/outdoor mismatch Incompatible units connected Verify system compatibility

Mitsubishi Troubleshooting Tips

Reading Error Codes

  • Mr. Slim: LED flashes or display on remote/unit
  • City Multi: Use MA Remote Controller or MNet system
  • 4-digit codes are specific to VRF/City Multi systems
  • LED patterns: count green and red flash sequences

Most Common Issues

  • E6: Communication error - check signal wiring S1/S2/S3
  • P8: Pipe temp error - often defrost or thermistor issue
  • U1/U2: Pressure protection - check refrigerant
  • P5: Drain issue - clean drain line and pump

Service Mode Access (Mr. Slim)

To access fault history on Mr. Slim units:

  1. Press and hold TEST button on indoor unit for 5+ seconds
  2. LED will display fault code history
  3. Use remote: Press "SET" + "MODE" simultaneously to view codes