Removal And Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Before removing the driver's air bag module and steering wheel assembly, always refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONSDRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING . Also, set the front wheels so that they are facing straight forward, and remove the ignition key. If you fail to do this, the SRS clock spring will be damaged, causing the SRS (air bag) to be inoperative and serious injury.
- The parts indicated by * are the bolts with friction coefficient stabilizer. In removal, ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them to the specified torque.
- After the front wheel alignment adjustment, perform a calibration for the ASC-ECU to learn the steering wheel sensor neutral point. (Refer to STEERING WHEEL SENSOR CALIBRATION ).
Pre-removal Operation
- Steering Wheel Assembly Removal (Refer to DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ).
- Engine Roll Rod Assembly Removal (Refer to <CVT> ).
- Lower Arm Assembly Removal (Refer to LOWER ARM ).
Post-installation Operation
- Lower Arm Assembly Installation (Refer to LOWER ARM ).
- Engine Roll Rod Assembly Installation (Refer to <CVT> ).
- Steering Wheel Assembly Installation (Refer to DRIVER'S AIR BAG MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ).
- Checking Steering Wheel Position with Wheels Straight Ahead.
- Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment (Refer to FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT ).