1989 MITSUBISHI GALANT Service Repair Manual

33B-118
ACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Lateral Rod
1989 modelsSERVICE POINTS OF REMOVAL M22UB6A
1. REMOVAL OF REAR HEIGHT SENSOR ROD
NOTE
If anything other than the rear height sensor rod mounting
bolt are removed, the height sensor installation dimension
must be readjusted so remove other parts only when
absolutely necessary.
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Lateral rod
mounting bolt
IIIAxle beam
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Move the height sensor bracket so that the displa
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dimensions assume the standard values, then secure the bracket in place with the height sensor bracket mounting
bolts.
Standard value (L):
315&l mm (12.4k.04 in.)
Bolt centre
;’Bracket left edge surface,
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l Check lateral rod for damage and deformation.
l Check each bushing for cracks, deterioration and wear.
LATERAL ROD BUSHING REPLACEMENT
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(1) Drive out the lateral rod bushing using the special tools.
(2) Press in the bushing using the special tools so that the amount of projection is equal at the left and right.
SERVICE POINTS OF INSTALLATION M22UDAA
7. INSTALLATION OF LATERAL ROD MOUNTING BOLT (AXLE BEAM SIDE)
Install the lateral rod mounting bolt from the direction
shown in the illustration.
2. ADJUSTMENT OF REAR HEIGHT SENSOR BRACKET MOUNTING BOLT

Torsion Axle andACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Arm Assemblv33B-119
TORSION AXLE AND ARM ASSEMBLYMSPA-A
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{EMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION
17-26 Nm
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Vehicles with A.B.S.
9-14 Nm
7-10 ftlbs.
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Removal steps
1. Parking brake cable
2. Brake hose and tube bracket
3. Rear disc brake
4. Rear brake disc
5. Hub capea 6. Flange nut
7. Washer
8. Speed sensor
9. Rear axle assembl
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IO. Dust shield
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Post-installation Operationl Check the Brake Disc Runout, and
Adiust.I(Refer to GROUP 35-ServiceAdjustment Procedures.)
NIheck
the Rear Disc Brakes Drag-
ging Torque, and Adjust.(Refer to GROUP 35-ServiceAdjustment Procedures.)l Checking for Parking Brake Lever
Stroke.
(Refer to GROUP 35-ServiceAdjustment Procedures.)

33B-120 ACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Z%iZky8”d
11. Rear height sensor rodmounting bolt or nut
~~ 12. Lateral rod mounting bolt
13. Shock absorber mounting bolts 17-26 Nm
a*12-19 ftlbs.*I)14. Trailing arm mounting bolts
4*15. Torsion axle and arm assembl

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(1989 models)
(From 1990 models)
loo-120 Nm*
72-87 ft.lbs.*A‘g0loo-120 Nm*
72-87 ft.lbs.*
VOTE*:Points marked with an asterisk should first be tightenedprovrslonally. then tightened fully when the vehicle isempty.
SERVICE POINTS OF REMOVALM33PaAF
13. REMOVAL OF SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING BOLTW14.
TRAILING ARM MOUNTING BOLTW15.
TORSION AXLE AND ARM ASSEMBLY
(1) Jack up the torsion axle and arm assembly in order to raise it slightly.
Caution
1.Always insert a wooden block between the jack receptacle and the axle beam and place the jack
at the centre of the axle beam.
2. Make sure that the jack does not contact the lateral rod.
(2) Remove the shock absorber mounting bolts and the trailing arm mounting bolts.
(3) Lower the jack slowly, and then remove the torsionaxle and arm assembly.
INSPECTION
M22PcAE
l Check the trailing arm and axle beam for deformation or
damage.
l Check the torsion bar for damage.
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Torsion Axle andACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Arm Assembly33B-121
hive outMB991 159ABase
cRacy , )*surface, n Arfor ’
Nut Bearing‘- I
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Base
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CROSS SECT. A-A
Chamfered side
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Lateral rodmounting bolt
IIIAxle beam
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ARM BUSHING REPLACEMENT
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(1) Drive out and press in the arm bushing using the special
tool.
Caution Mount the bearing of the special tool so that the race
surface faces toward the nut.
(2) Press in the bushing from the chamfered side onto the trailing arm so that the hole is in position as shown.
(3) Press in the bushing so that the amount of projection is uniform throughout.
SERVICE POINTS OF INSTALLATION
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12. INSTALLATION OF LATERAL ROD MOUNTING BOLT Install the lateral rod mounting bolt from the direction
shown in the illustration.
6. INSTALLATION OF THE FLANGE NUT After tightening the flange nut, align with the indentationin the spindle, and crimp.
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33B-122 ACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Reserve Tank
RESERVE TANK
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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Removal steps
I, Air intake shield panel
2. Battery
3. Battery tray
4. Reserve tank connector
l ) l c5. Air tubes.I .6. O-ringl * l +7. Reserve tank
8. Tank holders
9. Bushes
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9-14 Nm
@!+--7-10 ft.lbs.
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IACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Reserve Tank 33B-123
Air tube
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IJoint assembly
MB991 22912A0280
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Grommet10P0081
Install to the body
beforehand
SERVICE POINTS OF REMOVAL
5. REMOVAL OF AIR TUBES (1) Push the special tool inward, in direction
0 shown in the
figure, in order to expand the tabs of the joint.
(2) Pull out the air tube, together with the special tool, in direction
0.
Caution
To prevent dust, dirt and other foreign material from getting into the air tubes, dryer or solenoid valve
openings, use vinyl tape or similar material to cover
these openings.
7. REMOVAL OF RESERVE TANK (1) Remove the splash shield’s installation clips (shown in the figure) and the bolt.Note that the clips should be removed by the proce-
dures described below.
@ Using a cross-point (+) screwdriver or similar tool,
push the pin at the center of the pin inward about 2
mm
(08 in.).
0 Pull the clip outward to remove it.
NOTE
Do not push the pin in more than necessary, because
the grommet may be damaged or the pin may fall
inside if pushed too much.
(2) Remove the reserve tank installation nut, and then, taking care not to damage the air tube, remove .the
reserve tank.
INSPECTION
For detailed information concerning the checking of the return
pump, the high-pressure switch and the low-pressure switch,
refer to the troubleshooting guide and service adjustment
procedures section.
SERVICE POINTS OF INSTALLATION
7. INSTALLATION OF RESERVE TANK (1) Install the tank holders to the body.
(2) Install the reserve tank to the tank holders, taking care not to damage the air tube.
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33B-124 ACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - Reserve Tank
Splashshield
Grommet 12A0363
DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY (3) Install the splash shield’s installation clips and the bolt.
Note that the installation clips should be installed by
the procedures described below.
0With the pin pulled out, insert the clip into the hole in the splash shield.
0 Push the pin inward until its head is flush with the ’
surface of the grommet.
0Check to be sure that the splash shield is securely
fixed.
5. INSTALLATION OF AIR TUBES Push the air tube’ inward to the joint assembly at the
device side until a “click” is heard, and then check to be
sure that the tabs of the joint assembly are securely
affixed to the air tube. M33zvAA
8-10 Nm6-7 ft.lbs.
Disassembly steps
l a1. Air tubes2.Joint assembly3.O-ring4.W

iring harness
(incorporated with high pressure switch)
5.O-ring6. Low pressure switch7.O-ring8.Reserve tank
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ACTIVE-ELECTRONIC CONTROL SUSPENSION - ~~~,:B,:w,r 336-125
Paint
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AIR COMPRESSOR
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
31(Refer to GROUP ISAir cleaner.)
Post-installation Operationl Installation of Air Cleaner
(Refer to GROUP 15-Air cleaner.)
Removal steps
1. Front wiring harness
connector
+* I)+ 2. Air tube3.Joint4.O-ring5.Connector
6. Air compressor assembly
7. Compressor mounting rubberes
8. Compressor mount bracket SERVICE POINTS OF REASSEMBLY
1. CONNECTION OF AIR TUBE Connect the air tube securely, all the way to the painted
mark.
Caution
Be sure that the connection is secure; if it is not, an air
leak may result.
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