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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2004ECLIPSE L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHC
Rear
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Rear
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
Measure wheel alignment with an alignment equipment on level ground.
The rear suspension and wheels should be serviced to the normal condition prior to wheel alignment.
TOE-IN
Standard value: 3 ± 3 mm (0.12 ± 0.12 inch)

Loosen nut, then turn the toe control arm mounting bolt to adjust toe.
NOTE:
^ LH: Clockwise viewed from the rear ~ Toe-out
^ RH: Clockwise viewed from the rear ~ Toe-in
^ Toe adjustment can be made at graduations of approximately 2.5 mm (0.10 inch).
CAMBER
Standard value: [ECLIPSE] -1° 20' ± 30' (Difference between right and left within 30')
ECLIPSE SPYDER -1 ° 10' ± 30' (Difference between right and left within 30')
NOTE: Camber is preset at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
NOTE: If camber is not within the standard value, check and replace bent or damaged parts.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY CHECK
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the stabilizer link from the lower arm assembly.
3. Move the toe control arm up and down with your hands to check for an excessive play in the axial direction of the ball joint. If there is an excessive play, replace the toe control arm assembly.
BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION
1. Check dust covers for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If a dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm assembly or stabilizer link.
NOTE: Cracks or damage to the dust cover may cause damage to the ball joint.
Measure wheel alignment with an alignment equipment on level ground.
The rear suspension and wheels should be serviced to the normal condition prior to wheel alignment.
TOE-IN
Standard value: 3 ± 3 mm (0.12 ± 0.12 inch)
Loosen nut, then turn the toe control arm mounting bolt to adjust toe.
NOTE:
^ LH: Clockwise viewed from the rear ~ Toe-out
^ RH: Clockwise viewed from the rear ~ Toe-in
^ Toe adjustment can be made at graduations of approximately 2.5 mm (0.10 inch).
CAMBER
Standard value: [ECLIPSE] -1° 20' ± 30' (Difference between right and left within 30')
ECLIPSE SPYDER -1 ° 10' ± 30' (Difference between right and left within 30')
NOTE: Camber is preset at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
NOTE: If camber is not within the standard value, check and replace bent or damaged parts.
TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT END PLAY CHECK
1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the stabilizer link from the lower arm assembly.
3. Move the toe control arm up and down with your hands to check for an excessive play in the axial direction of the ball joint. If there is an excessive play, replace the toe control arm assembly.
BALL JOINT DUST COVER INSPECTION
1. Check dust covers for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If a dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm assembly or stabilizer link.
NOTE: Cracks or damage to the dust cover may cause damage to the ball joint.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.