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2) Ensure alignment shims are placed in original locations.
Tighten shock absorber upper nut to end of threads, and install lock
nut. Tighten shock absorber upper nut until distance from end of
threads to nut is 0.04-0.08" (1.0-2.0 mm) on vehicles with standard
shock absorbers, and 0.06-0.10" (1.5-2.5 mm) on vehicles with Variable\
Shock Absorbers. Install lock nut.
3) Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
Bleed brakes. Adjust anchor arm bolt to proper torsion bar setting.
See TORSION BAR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check wheel alignment,
and adjust it if necessary. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS &
PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
WHEEL BEARING
Removal
Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. Remove axle
hub. See AXLE HUB under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Clean any grease from
the inside surface of the front hub. Drive out the inner and outer
bearing races by tapping them uniformly using brass drift and hammer.
Installation
Lubricate bearing races. Install bearing races in hub using
Handle and Bearing Installer (MB990938 and MB990935). Ensure bearing
races are fully seated. To complete installation, reverse removal
procedure. Adjust wheel bearing preload. See WHEEL BEARING under
ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION .
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (MONTERO) \
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Anchor Arm Bolt Lock Nut ................................... 33 (44)\
Anchor Collar Vertical Bolt ................................ 33 (44)\
Ball Joint Nut
Lower .................................................. 108 (147)\
Upper .................................................... 54 (74)\
Bump Stop .................................................. 18 (25)\
Drive Flange ......................................... 36-43 (49-59)\
Ball Joint-To-Lower Control Arm Bolt ....................... 60 (81)\
Ball Joint-To-Upper Control Arm Bolt ....................... 19 (25)\
Caliper Bolt ............................................... 65 (88)\
Control Arm-To-Frame Bolt/Nut
Lower ................................................. 108 (147)\
Upper ................................................... 80 (108)\
Shock Absorber Shaft Nut .................................... 1 (15)\
Skid Plate ................................................. 17 (24)\
Stabilizer Bar Brackets .................................... 17 (24)\
Stabilizer Bar Lower Link .................................. 25 (33)\
Stabilizer Bar Upper Link .................................. 69 (93)\
Torque Arm Nut ............................................ 78 (106)\
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Anchor Arm Adjusting Nut ................................... 32 (44)\
Anchor Arm Nut ............................................ 78 (106)\
Ball Joint Nut
Lower ........................................... 87-131 (118-177)\
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Procedures for Montero are for lateral rod, coil springs and
lower arms only. Procedures for Montero Sport are for leaf
springs only.
Removal (Montero)
1) Raise and support rear of vehicle. Place a jack under
center of rear axle housing. Remove parking brake cable attaching
bolts.
2) Remove rear speed sensor attaching bolt (if equipped).
Remove rear axle housing lock position harness attaching bolt and
lower shock bolts.
3) Remove lateral rod bolts and remove lateral rod. Remove
lower arm rear bolts. Remove lower arm front mounting nut and remove
lower arm. See Fig. 2.
Inspection
Check lateral rod for straightness and damage. Check rubber
bushings for deterioration, cracks and wear.
Installation
If lateral rod bushings need replacing, remove and install
using Lower Arm Bushing Arbor (MB990650). Apply a sufficient amount of\
liquid soap to bushings when installing them into lateral rod. If
lower arm rear bushings need replacing, remove and install rear
bushings using Rear Bushing Arbor (MB991293). To complete
installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all suspension
fasteners to specification with vehicle on ground and suspension
unloaded. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Removal (Montero Sport)
1) Raise and support rear of vehicle. Place a jack under
center of rear axle housing.
2) Disconnect parking brake cable attaching bolts. Remove
rear speed sensor attaching bolt. Remove rear shock nuts and washers.
Remove rear shocks.
NOTE: The yellow shock mounts on left side and the pink one mounts
to the right side of vehicle.
3) Remove U-bolt nuts, U-bolt seat and U-bolts. Remove bump
stopper. Remove rear shackle plate nuts, shackle plate, bushings and
shackle assembly. Remove front shackle nuts and bolts. Remove leaf
spring. See Fig. 1.
Inspection
Check leaf springs for cracks and other damage. Inspect all
components and bushings for damage and wear. Replace components as
necessary.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure shocks are
installed on proper side of vehicle. Tighten all suspension fasteners
to specification with vehicle on ground and suspension unloaded. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
SHOCKS
Removal
1) Raise and support rear of vehicle. Place a jack under
center of rear axle housing. On Montero remove shock actuator (if
equipped).
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Attaching hardware
incorrect .............. A .......... Require replacement of
incorrect part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Blocked ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector bent .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector broken ........ A ............ Require replacement.
Connector loose ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Inoperative ............. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Restricted .............. A .. Require repair or replacement.
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AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - AIR SPRINGS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - AIR SPRING INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require replacement of broken
part.
Attaching hardware
incorrect .............. A .......... Require replacement of
incorrect part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Collar cracked .......... A ............ Require replacement.
End cap cracked ......... A ............ Require replacement.
Inner fabric of bag
damaged ................ A ............ Require replacement.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Outer covering of air bag
is cracked to the extent
that inner fabric of air
bag is visible ......... 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Piston cracked .......... A ............ Require replacement.
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Condition Code Procedure
Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Output signal incorrect . A ............ Require replacement.
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AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - TORSION SPRINGS (COUNTER BALANCING)
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - TORSION SPRING (COUNTER BALANCING) INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware bent . B ... Require repair or replacement
of bent part.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require replacement of broken
part.
Attaching hardware
incorrect .............. A .......... Require replacement of
incorrect part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
incorrect .............. A .......... Require replacement of
incorrect part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part.
Blocked ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Fitting incorrect ....... B ............ Require replacement.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Line type incorrect ..... B ............ Require replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Restricted .............. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Routed incorrectly ...... B ..... Require routing correction.
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Condition Code Procedure
Blistered ............... B ........... Require replacement.
Blocked ................. A . Require repair or replacement.
Fitting threads damaged . A . Require repair or replacement.
Fitting threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ........... Require replacement.
Inner fabric
(webbing) cut .......... A ........... Require replacement.
Leaking ................. A . Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ........... Require replacement.
Outer covering is cracked
to the extent that
the inner fabric of
hose is visible ........ B ........... Require replacement.
Restricted .............. A . Require repair or replacement.
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POWER STEERING (HYDRAULIC) PUMPS
If diagnosis has determined that complete disassembly is
necessary to determine the extent of the system failure, the
suggestion may be made to rebuild or replace the power steering pump.
Repair or replacement of the following components may be required if
performed as part of a power steering pump overhaul or rebuild service
to meet a minimum rebuild standard.
POWER STEERING (HYDRAULIC) PUMP INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware bent . B ... Require repair or replacement
of bent part.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require replacement of broken
part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Belt alignment
incorrect .............. B .......... ( 1) Further inspection
required.
Belt cracked ............ 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Belt frayed ............. 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Belt missing ............ C ............ Require replacement.
Belt noisy .............. 2 .......... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
Belt plies separated .... A ............ Require replacement.
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adjuster bent ......... A ............ (4) Require repair or
replacement of adjuster.
Torsion bar adjuster
seized ................ A .... ( 4) Require repair or replacement
of adjuster.
Torsion bar adjuster
threads damaged ....... A .... ( 4) Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Torsion bar adjuster
threads stripped
(threads missing) ..... A ...... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Vehicle suspension height
not within OEM
specifications ........ B ............ Require adjustment or
replacement.
( 1) - If vehicle is within manufacturer's height
specifications, no service is suggested or required.
( 2) - Some manufacturers require replacement under these
conditions.
( 3) - Check vehicle ride height. If ride height is OK, no
service is suggested or required.
( 4) - Only required if ride height needs to be adjusted.
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STEEL POWER STEERING LINES
CAUTION: When replacing steel power steering lines, be sure to use
a replacement product that meets or exceeds OEM design
specifications.
STEEL POWER STEERING LINE INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
bent ................... B ... Require repair or replacement
of bent part.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require replacement of broken
part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .. Require replacement of missing
part.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Blocked ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Fitting incorrect
(such as compression
fitting) ............... B ............ Require replacement.
Flare type incorrect .... B ........... Required replacement.
Leaking ................. A ........... Require tightening or
replacement.
Line type incorrect ..... B ............ Require replacement.
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of seal and/or mating part.
Splines damaged ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of splines.
Splines stripped ........ A . Require replacement of splines.
Steering coupler
shield cracked ......... 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Steering coupler
shield missing ......... C ............ Require replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
U-joint binding ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of joint.
U-joint loose ........... A ... Require repair or replacement
of joint.
Unequal power assist .... A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) - Determine and correct source of contamination. OEM
specifications must be followed for fluid type.
( 2) - If steering gear is source of inadequate assist, require
repair or replacement.
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STEERING GEARS - RACK AND PINION
If diagnosis has determined that complete disassembly is
necessary to determine the extent of the system failure, the
suggestion may be made to rebuild or replace the power steering pump.
Repair or replacement of the following components may be required, if
performed as part of a power steering pump overhaul or rebuild service
to meet a minimum rebuild standard.
STEERING GEARS - RACK AND PINION INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ......... Require replacement of
broken part.
Attaching hardware
loose .................. A .. Require repair or replacement
of loose part.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C ......... Require replacement of
missing part.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A .. Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A .... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Balance tube blocked .... A .. Require repair or replacement
of balance tube.
Balance tube missing .... C .. Require replacement of balance
tube.
Balance tube restricted . A ... Require repair or replacement
of balance tube.
Bellows boot
clamp missing .......... C ... Require replacement of clamp.
Bellows boot cracked
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(not through) .......... 2 .. Suggest replacement of bellows
boot.
Bellows boot missing .... C .. Require replacement of bellows
boot.
Bellows boot
not sealing ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of bellows boot.
Bellows boot torn ....... A .. Require replacement of bellows
boot.
Bellows boot twisted
(from toe adjustment) .. B ................. Require repair.
Fitting leaking ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Fitting missing ......... A . Require replacement of fitting.
Fitting threads
damaged ................ A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
Fitting threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ..... Require replacement of part
with stripped threads.
Flex coupler binding .... A ... Require repair or replacement
of coupler.
Flex coupler loose ...... A ... Require repair or replacement
of coupler.
Flex coupler
missing parts .......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of coupler.
Flex coupler
soft/spongy ............ A . Require replacement of coupler.
Flex coupler torn ....... A . Require replacement of coupler.
Fluid contaminated ...... B ........ (1) Require flushing and
refilling of the system.
Gasket leaking .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Hard steering on cold
start-up ............... 1 ........... ( 2) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Housing cracked,
affecting structural
integrity .............. B ............ Require replacement.
Housing leaking ......... A ............ Require replacement.
Inadequate power assist . A .......... ( 3) Further inspection
required.
Lash exceeds
manufacturer's
specifications ......... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Seal leaking ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Splines damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Splines stripped
(splines missing) ...... A ............ Require replacement.
Steel line blocked ...... A ... Require repair or replacement
of line.
Steel line leaking ...... A ... Require repair or replacement
of line.
Steel line missing ...... C .... Require replacement of line.
Steel line restricted ... A ... Require repair or replacement
of line.
Steering coupler shield
cracked ................ 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Steering coupler shield
missing ................ C ............ Require replacement.
Steering coupler shield
torn ................... 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of part with damaged threads.
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Heater Circuit
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
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Anti-Lock Brakes Circuit