wheel alignment MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1998 Workshop Manual
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT
Except Montero, Montero Sport & 3000GT
Camber is preset and cannot be adjusted. Check camber. See
appropriate table under WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If camber is
not within specification, replace damaged or bent parts.
Montero & Montero Sport
1) Check camber. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If camber is not within specification,
remove shock absorber mounting nut and lock nut.
CAUTION: Difference in shim thickness between front and rear must not
exceed 0.16" (4.0 mm). DO NOT use more than 3 shims at
onelocation.
2) Compress shock absorber, and loosen upper arm mounting
bolts and nuts. Adjust camber by increasing or decreasing shims
between upper arm shaft and crossmember. See Fig. 6.
Fig. 6: Adjusting Camber & Caster (Montero Sport Shown; Montero Is
Similar)
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3000GT
Check camber. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (3000GT)
table. If camber is not within specification, loosen eccentric cam
nut. Rotate eccentric cam bolt to obtain correct camber. See Fig. 7.
Each marking represents a change of .12-.25 degree of camber.
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Fig. 7: Adjusting Camber (3000GT)
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CASTER ADJUSTMENT
Except Montero & Montero Sport
Check caster. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If caster is not within specification,
replace damaged or bent parts.
Montero & Montero Sport
1) Check caster. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If caster is not within specification,
remove shock absorber mounting nut and lock nut.
CAUTION: Difference in shim thickness between front and rear must not
exceed .16" (4.0 mm). DO NOT use more than 3 shims at one
location.
2) Compress shock absorber, and loosen upper arm mounting
bolts and nuts. Adjust caster by increasing or decreasing shims
between upper arm shaft and crossmember. See Fig. 6.
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Front
Check front toe-in. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If front toe-in is not within
specification, remove clips. Turn tie rods or turnbuckles same amount,
but in opposite directions. Recheck front toe-in.
Rear (Montero & Montero Sport)
Check rear toe-in. See appropriate table under
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS. If rear toe-in is not within
specification, replace damaged or bent parts.
Rear (3000GT AWD)
Check rear toe-in. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If rear toe-in is not within
specification, loosen both trailing arm eccentric cam nuts. Turn
trailing arm eccentric cam bolts equal amount to obtain correct rear
toe-in. See Fig. 8.
Rear (Except Montero, Montero Sport & 3000GT AWD)
Check rear toe-in. See appropriate table under
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS . If rear toe-in is not within
specification, loosen both assist link eccentric cam nuts. Turn assist
link eccentric cam bolts equal amount to obtain correct rear toe-in.
See Fig. 9 .
Fig. 8: Adjusting Rear Toe-In (3000GT AWD)
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Montero Sport .................................... 106-159 (12-18)\
(1) - 80-124 INCH Lbs. (9-14 N.m).
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (DIAMANTE) \
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Application Preferred Range
Camber ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................... -0.5 To 0.5
Rear
15" Wheel ................ -.67 ................ -1.17 To -.17
16" Wheel ................ -.83 ................ -1.33 To -.33
Caster (Front) ( 1) ............. 3 .................... 2.5 To 3.5
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear ......................... 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ....................... 0 (0) .... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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Rear ........................ 0 (0) .... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (ECLIPSE) \
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Application Preferred Range
2WD
14" & 17" Wheels
Camber ( 1)
Front ................ -0.33 ............... -0.83 To 0.17
Rear .................. -1.33 .............. -1.83 To -0.83
Caster ( 1) ............. 4.67 ................. 3.67 To 5.67
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ................... 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear .................. 0.24 .................... 0 To 0.48
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ................. 0 (0) ..... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3)\
Rear ................ 0.12 (3) ......... 0 To 0.24 (0 To 6)\
Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner ................. 32.5 .......................... N/A
Outer .................. 27 ........................... N/A
16" Wheel
Camber ( 1)
Front ................ -0.33 ............... -0.83 To 0.17
Rear .................. -1.67 .............. -2.17 To -1.17
Caster ( 1) ............. 4.67 ................. 3.67 To 5.67
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ................... 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear .................. 0.24 .................... 0 To 0.48
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ................. 0 (0) ..... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3)\
Rear ................ 0.12 (3) ......... 0 To 0.24 (0 To 6)\
Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner .................. 32.5 .......................... N/A
Outer ................... 27 ........................... N/A
AWD
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Camber (1)
Front ................... -0.33 ............... -0.83 To 0.17
Rear ..................... -1.33 .............. -1.83 To -0.83
Caster ( 1) ................. 4.67 ................. 3.67 To 5.67
Toe-In ( 1)
Front .................... 0 (0) ..... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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Rear ................... 0.12 (3) ......... 0 To 0.24 (0 To 6\
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Toe-In ( 2)
Front ...................... 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear ..................... 0.24 .................... 0 To 0.48
Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner .................... 32.5 .......................... N/A
Outer ..................... 27 ........................... N/A
( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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Application Preferred Range
Camber ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................. -0.50 To 0.50
Rear ....................... -1.33 .............. -1.83 To -0.83
Caster ( 1) ................... 4.33 ................. 3.83 To 4.83
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear ....................... 0.24 .................... 0 To 0.48
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ...................... 0 (0) ..... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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Rear ..................... .12 (3) ........... 0 To .24 (0 To 6\
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Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner ....................... 39 ........................... N/A
Outer ...................... 30.5 .......................... N/A
( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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Application Preferred Range
Camber ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................... -0.5 To 0.5
Rear ....................... -0.67 .............. -1.17 To -0.17
Caster ( 1) ................... 2.85 ................. 2.35 To 3.35
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear ....................... 0.24 ................. 0.08 To 0.40
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ...................... 0 (0) ..... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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Rear .................... 0.12 (3) ....... 0.04 To 0.20 (1 To 5\
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Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner ...................... 37.3 .......................... N/A
Outer ....................... 31 ........................... N/A
( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS (MONTERO)
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Application Preferred Range
Camber (1)
Front ....................... 0.67 ................. 0.17 To 1.17
Caster ( 1) ..................... 3 ........................ 2 To 4
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ....................... 0.28 .................... 0 To 0.56
Toe-In ( 2)
Front .................... 0.14 (3.5) ........ 0 To 0.28 (0 To 7\
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Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner ...................... 21.93 ......................... N/A
Outer ....................... 20 ........................... N/A
( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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Application Preferred Range
Camber
Front ( 1) ................... 0.67 ................. 0.17 To 1.17
Caster ( 1) ................... 2.67 ................. 1.67 To 3.67
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ....................... 0.28 .................... 0 To 0.56
Toe-In ( 2)
Front .................... 0.14 (3.5) ........ 0 To 0.28 (0 To 7\
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( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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Application Preferred Range
Camber ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................... -0.5 To 0.5
Rear
FWD ........................ 0 ................... -0.5 To 0.5
AWD ...................... -0.17 ............... -0.67 To 0.33
Caster ( 1) ................... 3.92 ................. 3.42 To 4.42
Toe-In ( 1)
Front ........................ 0 ................. -0.24 To 0.24
Rear ....................... -0.02 ............... -0.16 To 0.20
Toe-In ( 2)
Front .................... 0 (0) ....... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3\
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Rear .................. 0.01 (0.5) ..... -0.08 To 0.10 (-2 To 3\
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Toe-Out On Turns ( 1)
Inner ...................... 33.75 ......................... N/A
Outer ...................... 28.35 ......................... N/A
( 1) - Measurement in degrees.
( 2) - Measurement in inches (mm).
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
GENERAL INFORMATION
Wheel Alignment Theory & Operation
ALL MODELS
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: This article is intended for general information purposes
only. This information may not apply to all makes and models.
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL ALIGNMENT CHECKS
Before adjusting wheel alignment, check the following:
* Each axle uses tires of same construction and tread style,
equal in tread wear and overall diameter. Verify that radial
and axial runout is not excessive. Inflation should be at
manufacturer's specifications.
* Steering linkage and suspension must not have excessive play.
Check for wear in tie rod ends and ball joints. Springs must
not be sagging. Control arm and strut rod bushings must not
have excessive play. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 1: Checking Steering Linkage
* Vehicle must be on level floor with full fuel tank, no
passenger load, spare tire in place and no load in trunk.
Bounce front and rear end of vehicle several times. Confirm
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vehicle is at normal riding height.
* Steering wheel must be centered with wheels in straight ahead
position. If required, shorten one tie rod adjusting sleeve
and lengthen opposite sleeve (equal amount of turns). See
Fig. 2.
* Wheel bearings should have the correct preload and lug nuts
must be tightened to manufacturer's specifications. Adjust
camber, caster and toe-in using this sequence. Follow
instructions of the alignment equipment manufacturer.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to correct alignment by straightening parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced.
Fig. 2: Adjusting Tie Rod Sleeves (Top View)
CAMBER
1) Camber is the tilting of the wheel, outward at either top
or bottom, as viewed from front of vehicle. See Fig. 3.
2) When wheels tilts outward at the top (from centerline of
vehicle), camber is positive. When wheels tilt inward at top, camber
is negative. Amount of tilt is measured in degrees from vertical.
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subtracted by the width measured at the front of the tires at about
spindle height. A positive figure would indicate toe-in and a negative
figure would indicate toe-out. If the distance between the front and
rear of the tires is the same, toe measurement would be zero. To
adjust:
1) Measure toe-in with front wheels in straight ahead
position and steering wheel centered. To adjust toe-in, loosen clamps
and turn adjusting sleeve or adjustable end on right and left tie
rods. See Figs. 2 and 5.
2) Turn equally and in opposite directions to maintain
steering wheel in centered position. Face of tie rod end must be
parallel with machined surface of steering rod end to prevent binding.
3) When tightening clamps, make certain that clamp bolts are
positioned so there will be no interference with other parts
throughout the entire travel of linkage.
Fig. 5: Wheel Toe-In (Dimension A Less Dimension B)
TOE-OUT ON TURNS
1) Toe-out on turns (turning radius) is a check for bent or
damaged parts, and not a service adjustment. With caster, camber, and
toe-in properly adjusted, check toe-out with weight of vehicle on
wheels.
2) Use a full floating turntable under each wheel, repeating
test with each wheel positioned for right and left turns. Incorrect
toe-out generally indicates a bent steering arm. Replace arm, if
necessary, and recheck wheel alignment.