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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMITSUBISHI2004MONTERO SPORT V6-3.5L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT
2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6-3.5L SOHC
Front
2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport V6-3.5L SOHCSECTION Front
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
Measure wheel alignment with alignment equipment on a level surface. The front suspension, steering system, and wheels should be serviced to normal condition before measuring wheel alignment.
TOE-IN:
Standard value: 3.5 ± 3.5 mm (0.14 ± 0.14 inch)
CAUTION:
^ Take care when turning the tie rod end's outer side, as the threads are reversed.
^ Make sure that the left/right difference of the tie rod does not exceed 5 mm (0.20 inch).
1. If the toe-in is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in by 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.
2. Use a turning radius gauge to check that the steering angle is at the standard value.
STEERING ANGLE
Standard value
CAMBER AND CASTER
Standard value:
^ Camber: [RH] 0°25' ± 30'/[LH] 0°55' ± 30' (The difference between right and left wheels should be within 1°00', and the left side should be equal to or larger than the right side.)
^ Caster: 2°40' ± 1° (The difference between right and left wheels should be within 30'.)
If the standard value is not obtained, make adjustment by the following procedure.
1. Loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.
NOTE: Remove the shock absorber mounting nut and jam nut, compress the shock absorber and loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.
CAUTION:
^ Difference in shim thickness between front and rear must be 4 mm (0.6 inch) or less.
^ Do not use 4 or more shims at one location.
2. Increase or decrease shims between the upper arm shaft and crossmember to adjust the camber and caster. (Refer to Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease.)
Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease
How to read this table (example)
Calculate the difference of the measured value from the standard value of the camber and caster to decide how many adjusting shims to increase or decrease.
EXAMPLE To decrease camber by 30' and caster by 40', increase combined front side shim thickness by 3 mm (0.12 inch) and increase combined rear side shim thickness by 2 mm (0.08 inch).
Measure wheel alignment with alignment equipment on a level surface. The front suspension, steering system, and wheels should be serviced to normal condition before measuring wheel alignment.
TOE-IN:
Standard value: 3.5 ± 3.5 mm (0.14 ± 0.14 inch)
CAUTION:
^ Take care when turning the tie rod end's outer side, as the threads are reversed.
^ Make sure that the left/right difference of the tie rod does not exceed 5 mm (0.20 inch).
1. If the toe-in is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in by 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.
2. Use a turning radius gauge to check that the steering angle is at the standard value.
STEERING ANGLE
Standard value
CAMBER AND CASTER
Standard value:
^ Camber: [RH] 0°25' ± 30'/[LH] 0°55' ± 30' (The difference between right and left wheels should be within 1°00', and the left side should be equal to or larger than the right side.)
^ Caster: 2°40' ± 1° (The difference between right and left wheels should be within 30'.)
If the standard value is not obtained, make adjustment by the following procedure.
1. Loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.
NOTE: Remove the shock absorber mounting nut and jam nut, compress the shock absorber and loosen the upper arm mounting bolts and nuts.
CAUTION:
^ Difference in shim thickness between front and rear must be 4 mm (0.6 inch) or less.
^ Do not use 4 or more shims at one location.
2. Increase or decrease shims between the upper arm shaft and crossmember to adjust the camber and caster. (Refer to Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease.)
Charts for Shim Increase or Decrease
How to read this table (example)
Calculate the difference of the measured value from the standard value of the camber and caster to decide how many adjusting shims to increase or decrease.
EXAMPLE To decrease camber by 30' and caster by 40', increase combined front side shim thickness by 3 mm (0.12 inch) and increase combined rear side shim thickness by 2 mm (0.08 inch).
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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.