Power Steering: General Description

All vehicles are equipped with power steering.

• A 4-spoke steering wheel is used.
• The steering column has a shock absorbing mechanism and a tilt steering mechanism.
• A rack and pinion steering gear is used.
• An oil pump responsive to engine RPM is used for stable steering at high speeds.
• The separate plastic resin oil reservoir reduces weight and to make the fluid level checking easier.
  Fig 1: Identifying Power Steering Components (2.4L)

  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Fig 2: Identifying Power Steering Components (3.8L)

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.