Mitsubishi Montero (1998+). Manual - part 366

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)

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.

Fig. 1:  Measuring Riding Height (Montero & Montero Sport)

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         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.