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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2004ECLIPSE L4-2.4L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONALIGNMENTTESTING AND INSPECTION
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHC
Alignment: Testing and Inspection
2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse L4-2.4L SOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
STEERING ANGLE CHECK
1. Place the front wheel on a turning radius gauge and measure the steering angle.
Standard value
2. If the steering angle is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in.
Standard value: 0 ± 3 mm (0 ± 0.12 inch)
3. Adjust the toe-in by undoing the clip and turning the left and right tie rod turnbuckles by the same amount (in opposite directions).
NOTE: The toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward the front of the vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward the rear of the vehicle.
1. Place the front wheel on a turning radius gauge and measure the steering angle.
Standard value
2. If the steering angle is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in.
Standard value: 0 ± 3 mm (0 ± 0.12 inch)
3. Adjust the toe-in by undoing the clip and turning the left and right tie rod turnbuckles by the same amount (in opposite directions).
NOTE: The toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward the front of the vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward the rear of the vehicle.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.