jacking MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1998 Service Manual

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
1998 Mitsubishi Montero
1997-98 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Mitsubishi - Specifications & Procedures
Diamante, Eclipse, Galant, Mirage,
Montero, Montero Sport, 3000GT
RIDING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform preliminary
visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and
suspension components. See PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS in
WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY & OPERATION article in GENERAL
INFORMATION.
NOTE: On vehicles with electronic chassis controls, ensure all
systems are functional before attempting to adjust riding
height or wheel alignment. See appropriate ELECTRONIC
article under SUSPENSION.
1) Before adjusting wheel alignment, visually inspect
vehicle. Remove any heavy items from passenger and luggage
compartments. Ensure tires are properly inflated and vehicle is level.
Bounce vehicle several times, and allow suspension to settle.
2) Check riding height from front to rear and from side to
side. If riding height is not as specified on Montero and Montero
Sport, adjust torsion bar anchor arm nut until correct height is
obtained. See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT) table. On all other
models, riding height for left and right sides of vehicle should not
vary more than 1.0" (25.4 mm). If riding height is not within
specification, check and repair suspension before adjusting alignment.
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT)









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Application ( 1) In. (mm)
Montero ........................................ .83-.91 (21.0-23.0)\
Montero Sport ............................................. 2.7 (68)\
( 1) - Distance between lower control bumper stop and bracket.
See Fig. 1.









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Fig. 1: Measuring Riding Height (Montero & Montero Sport)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
JACKING & HOISTING

* PLEASE READ FIRST *
NOTE: Following illustrations are given to provide reference
points only. Illustrations do not represent exact structure
of vehicle frame, underbody or body outline.
EMERGENCY JACKING
Points on outline of body were designated to be used
specifically with vehicle jack. See Fig. 2. If using floor jack or
hoist at these points, use extreme care to avoid damaging outer body
shell.
FLOOR JACK & HOIST
Following illustrations indicate points for jacking and
hoisting vehicle. These points are indicated by shaded areas on frame
and underbody. See Figs. 3-5.
Fig. 2: Identifying Jacking & Hoisting Points (Typical)

Fig. 3: Identifying Jacking & Hoisting Points (Except Montero,
Montero Sport & 3000GT)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

Fig. 4: Identifying Jacking & Hoisting Points (Montero & Montero
Sport)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.
Fig. 5: Identifying Jacking & Hoisting Points (3000GT AWD Shown; FWD
Is Similar)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.