Mitsubishi Montero (1998+). Manual - part 303

                                           if possible. If proper

                                   adjustment cannot be obtained,

                                    require repair or replacement

                                               of worn component.

Wheel bearing race

 is loose in the

 hub bore  ...............  A  ......  Require replacement of hub

                                     assembly and wheel bearings.

Wheel bearing races

 are pitted  .............  A  ..  Require replacement of bearing

                                                        assembly.

Wheel bearing races

 are worn  ...............  A  ..  Require replacement of bearing

                                                        assembly.

Wheel bearing rollers

 are pitted  .............  A  ..  Require replacement of bearing

                                                        assembly.

Wheel bearing rollers

 are worn  ...............  A  ..  Require replacement of bearing

                                                        assembly.

         WHEEL ALIGNMENT

         WHEEL ALIGNMENT

         Wheel alignment is defined as the measurement, analysis, and

adjustment of steering and suspension angles to conform to OEM

specifications. These angles usually include, but are not limited to:

caster, camber, toe, and thrust angle. Where these angles are not

adjustable and not in specification, component replacement or

correction kits may be required. Errors in set-back and steering axis

inclination (SAI) are often attributable to failed or damaged

components and must be corrected prior to performing an alignment.

         Failure to replace or correct suggested parts or service may

prevent a proper alignment.

         Before performing an alignment check, inspect and verify the

following:

      *  Tire pressure and size

      *  Vehicle loading

      *  Ride height

      *  Steering and suspension parts

         If the inspection reveals that all the above are within

published specifications, a wheel alignment check and an alignment, if

needed, may be performed.

CAUTION: Under no circumstances should a technician bend or heat

         any steering or suspension component, unless specified by

         the vehicle manufacturer, for example, Ford forged twin

         "I" beam axles. All measurements and specifications must

         be noted on the inspection report.

WHEEL ALIGNMENT INSPECTION

Condition                 Code                          Procedure

Dog tracking, shown

 to be caused by

 faulty alignment  .......  2  ................  Suggest repair.

Lead, shown to

 be caused by

 faulty alignment  .......  A  .............  Require alignment.

Part has been changed,

 affecting alignment  ....  A  .......  Require alignment check.

Pull, shown to be caused

 by faulty alignment  ....  A  .............  Require alignment.

Steering wheel

 off-center  .............  2  .............  Suggest alignment.

Tire wear, shown

 to be caused by

 faulty alignment  .......  A  .............  Require alignment.

Wander, shown

 to be caused by

 faulty alignment  .......  A  .............  Require alignment.

         WHEELS AND TIRES

         TIRES

         These guidelines do not apply to split rims. Some vehicle

manufacturers restrict replacement of tires to specific brands, types,

or sizes.

WARNING: High pressure temporary compact spare tires should not be

         used with any other rims or wheels, nor should standard

         tires, snow tires, wheel covers, or trim rings be used

         with high pressure compact spare rims or wheels.

         Attempting to mount a tire of one diameter on a wheel of

         a different diameter or flange type may result in serious

         injury or death.

WARNING: Only specially trained persons should dismount or mount

         tires. Explosions of tire and wheel assembly can result

         from improper mounting, possibly causing serious injury

         or death.

WARNING: Consult the vehicle owner’s manual or vehicle placard for

         correct size, speed rating, designation, and cold

         inflation pressure of the original tires.  DO NOT exceed

         the maximum load or inflation capacity of the tire

         specified by the Tire and Rim Association

WARNING: When replacing tires, it is suggested that the

         replacement tires match or exceed the OEM speed rating

         designation. If tires of different speed rating

         designations are mixed on the same vehicle, the tires may

         vary in handling characteristics.  DO NOT mix different

         speed rating designations on the same axle.

WARNING: DO NOT mix radials with non-radial tires on the same

         axle, as this may affect vehicle handling and stability.

         If radial tires and bias or bias-belted ply tires are

         mixed on the same vehicle, the radials must be on the

         rear. High-pressure temporary compact spare tires are

         exempt from this rule.

WARNING: DO NOT mix size or type (all season, performance, mud and

         snow) of tires on the same axle.

TIRE INSPECTION

Condition                 Code                          Procedure

Air pressure incorrect  ..  B  ..................  Require repair

Bead broken  .............  A  ............  Require replacement.

Bead leaking, caused

 by tire  ................  A  ..  Require repair or replacement.

Bead wire/cord exposed  ..  A  ............  Require replacement.

Cord or belt material

 exposed  ................  A  ............  Require replacement.

Cord ply separations  ....  A  ............  Require replacement.

Directional/asymmetrical

 tires mounted

 incorrectly  ............  B  .......  Require remounting and/or

                                                   repositioning.

Irregular tread wear,

 affecting performance  ..  2  ........  (1) Suggest replacement.

Load ratings less

 than OEM

 specifications  .........  B  ............  Require replacement.

Mixed tread types (all

 season, performance, mud

 and snow) on same axle  .  A  ............  Require replacement.

Number of punctures

 exceeds manufacturer’s

 limit  ..................  B  ............  Require replacement.

Out of balance  ..........  B  .  Require rebalance of tire/wheel

                                                        assembly.

Ply separation  ..........  A  ............  Require replacement.

Pull or lead, caused

 by tire  ................  A  ..  Require repair or replacement.

Radial and bias or

 bias-belted ply tires

 on same axle  ...........  B  ..  Require repair or replacement.

Radials are on the front

 and not on the rear  ....  B  ...........  ( 2) Require repair or

                                                     replacement.

Run flat damage  .........  A  ............  Require replacement.

Shoulder cut  ............  A  ............  Require replacement.

Shoulder puncture  .......  A  ............  Require replacement.

Shoulder with plug  ......  A  ............  Require replacement.

Sidewall bulge  ..........  A  ............  Require replacement.

Sidewall cut  ............  A  ............  Require replacement.

Sidewall indentation  ....  ..  .........  No service required or

                                                       suggested.

Sidewall puncture  .......  A  ............  Require replacement.

Sidewall with plug  ......  A  ............  Require replacement.

Speed rating

 designations

 different

 on same axle  ...........  2  ..  Suggest repair or replacement.

Tire and wheel assembly

 has excessive run-out  ..  B  ...........  ( 3) Require repair or

                                       replacement of appropriate

                                                            part.

Tires with more than

 1/4" diameter difference

 on a four-wheel drive

 vehicle  ................  B  ............  Require replacement.

Tread area puncture larger

 in diameter than

 manufacturer’s

 specifications  .........  B  ............  Require replacement.

Tread missing pieces

 (chunking),

 exposing cord  ..........  A  ............  Require replacement.

Tread missing pieces

(chunking), not

 exposing cord  ..........  1  ............  Suggest replacement.

Tread separations           A  ............  Require replacement.

Tube in tubeless tire       3  ....  (4) Suggest removal of tube.

Weather-checking  ........  ..  .........  No service required or

                                                       suggested.

Worn to tread wear

 indicators  .............  B  ............  Require replacement.

(1) - Determine and correct cause of irregular tire wear.

(2) - If radials and bias or bias-belted ply tires are on the

      same vehicle, the radials must be on the rear axle,

      except for high-pressure temporary spares.

(3) - Excessive is defined as enough to contribute to

      performance problems. Match mounting may correct

      run-out. If not, require replacement of appropriate

      part. Refer to manufacturer’s specifications.

(4) - Most manufacturers do not recommend tubes in tubeless

      tires. Inspect tire and wheel assembly to determine

      the reason for a tube in tubeless tire. Recommendation

      for repair or replacement should be based upon condition

      of tires and/or wheel listed in these guidelines.

         VALVE STEMS

VALVE STEM INSPECTION

Condition                 Code                          Procedure

Bent  ....................  1  ...........  Suggest replacement.

Broken  ..................  A  ...........  Require replacement.

Cut, but not leaking  ....  1  ...........  Suggest replacement.

Deteriorated

 (cracking, dry rot)  ....  1  ...........  Suggest replacement.

Leaking  .................  A  .  Require repair or replacement.

Missing  .................  C  ...........  Require replacement.

Threads damaged  .........  A  .  Require repair or replacement.

Threads stripped  ........  A  ...........  Require replacement.

Valve cap missing  .......  C  ....  Require replacement of cap.

Weather-checking  ........  1  ...........  Suggest replacement.

Won’t take air  ..........  A  .  Require repair or replacement.

         WHEEL ATTACHMENT HARDWARE

         For conditions noted below, also check conditions of wheel

stud holes.

CAUTION: Proper lug nut torque is essential. Follow recommended

         torque specifications and tightening sequence.  DO NOT

         lubricate threads unless specified by the vehicle

         manufacturer.

WHEEL ATTACHMENT HARDWARE INSPECTION

Condition                 Code                          Procedure

Bent  ....................  A  ............  Require replacement.

Broken  ..................  A  ........  (1) Require replacement.