Removal And Installation: Notes

CAUTION:

The parts indicated by ^*1 should be temporarily tightened, and then fully tightened with the vehicle standing on the ground at kerb weight.
The parts indicated by ^*2 are the bolts/nuts with friction coefficient stabilizer. Prior to reinstallation, ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them to the specified torque.

Pre-removal operation

Front under cover removal. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower arm assembly and Stabilizer bar Connection Removal. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

Post-installation operation

Using your fingers, press the Ball Joint Dust Cover to check for a crack or damage.
Front wheel alignment check and adjustment. Refer to ON-VEHICLE SERVICE .
Lower arm assembly and Stabilizer bar Connection Installation. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Front under cover installation. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Check the beam direction of the headlight (Low beam). Refer to HEADLIGHT AIMING .

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Lower Arm Components With Torque Specification

G12681276

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Required Special Tools:

MB991897 or MB992011: Ball Joint Remover
MB991006: preload socket
MB990800: Ball joint remover and installer
MB991389: Bush remover base
MD998375: Crankshaft front oil seal installer
MB992868: Base spacer
MB990643: Base