1991 MITSUBISHI MONTERO wheel alignment

Standards as part of the inspection process and for communicating
their findings to their customers.
The Motorist Assurance Program continues to work
cooperatively and proactively with government agencies and consumer
groups toward solutions that both benefit the customer and are
mutually acceptable to both regulators and industry. We maintain the
belief that industry must retain control over how we conduct our
business, and we must be viewed as part of the solution and not part
of the problem. Meetings with state and other government officials
(and their representatives), concerned with auto repair and/or
consumer protection, are conducted. Feedback from these sessions is
brought back to the association, and the program adjusted as needed.
To assure auto repair customers recourse if they were not
satisfied with a repair transaction, the Motorist Assurance Program
offers mediation and arbitration through MAP/BBB-CARE and other non-
profit organizations. MAP conducted pilot programs in twelve states
before announcing the program nationally in October, 1998. During the
pilots, participating repair shops demonstrated their adherence to the
Pledge and Standards and agreed to follow the UICS in communicating
the results of their inspection to their customers. To put some
"teeth" in the program, an accreditation requirement for shops was
initiated. The requirements are stringent, and a self-policing method
has been incorporated which includes the "mystery shopping" of
outlets.
We welcome you to join us as we continue our outreach... with
your support, both the automotive repair industry and your customers
will reap the benefits. Please visit MAP at our Internet site www.
motorist.org or contact us at:
1444 I Street, NW Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone (202) 712-9042 Fax (202) 216-9646
January 1999
MAP UNIFORM INSPECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
It is MAP policy that all exhaust, brake, steering,
suspension, wheel alignment, drive-line, engine performance and
maintenance, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and
electrical services be offered and performed under the standards and
procedures specified in these sections.
Before any service is performed on a vehicle, an inspection
of the appropriate system must be performed. The results of this
inspection must be explained to the customer and documented on an
inspection form. The condition of the vehicle and its components will
indicate what services/part replacements may be "Required" or
"Suggested". In addition, suggestions may be made to satisfy the
requests expressed by the customer.
When a component is suggested or required to be repaired or
replaced, the decision to repair or replace must be made in the
customer's best interest, and at his or her choice given the options
available.
This section lists the various parts and conditions that
indicate a required or suggested service or part replacement.
Although this list is extensive, it is not fully inclusive. In
addition to this list, a technician may make a suggestion. However,
any suggestions must be based on substantial and informed experience,
or the vehicle manufacturer's recommended service interval and must be
documented.
Some conditions indicate that service or part replacement is

Standards as part of the inspection process and for communicating
their findings to their customers.
The Motorist Assurance Program continues to work
cooperatively and proactively with government agencies and consumer
groups toward solutions that both benefit the customer and are
mutually acceptable to both regulators and industry. We maintain the
belief that industry must retain control over how we conduct our
business, and we must be viewed as part of the solution and not part
of the problem. Meetings with state and other government officials
(and their representatives), concerned with auto repair and/or
consumer protection, are conducted. Feedback from these sessions is
brought back to the association, and the program adjusted as needed.
To assure auto repair customers recourse if they were not
satisfied with a repair transaction, the Motorist Assurance Program
offers mediation and arbitration through MAP/BBB-CARE and other non-
profit organizations. MAP conducted pilot programs in twelve states
before announcing the program nationally in October, 1998. During the
pilots, participating repair shops demonstrated their adherence to the
Pledge and Standards and agreed to follow the UICS in communicating
the results of their inspection to their customers. To put some
"teeth" in the program, an accreditation requirement for shops was
initiated. The requirements are stringent, and a self-policing method
has been incorporated which includes the "mystery shopping" of
outlets.
We welcome you to join us as we continue our outreach... with
your support, both the automotive repair industry and your customers
will reap the benefits. Please visit MAP at our Internet site www.
motorist.org or contact us at:
1444 I Street, NW Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone (202) 712-9042 Fax (202) 216-9646
January 1999
MAP UNIFORM INSPECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
It is MAP policy that all exhaust, brake, steering,
suspension, wheel alignment, drive-line, engine performance and
maintenance, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and
electrical services be offered and performed under the standards and
procedures specified in these sections.
Before any service is performed on a vehicle, an inspection
of the appropriate system must be performed. The results of this
inspection must be explained to the customer and documented on an
inspection form. The condition of the vehicle and its components will
indicate what services/part replacements may be "Required" or
"Suggested". In addition, suggestions may be made to satisfy the
requests expressed by the customer.
When a component is suggested or required to be repaired or
replaced, the decision to repair or replace must be made in the
customer's best interest, and at his or her choice given the options
available.
This section lists the various parts and conditions that
indicate a required or suggested service or part replacement.
Although this list is extensive, it is not fully inclusive. In
addition to this list, a technician may make a suggestion. However,
any suggestions must be based on substantial and informed experience,
or the vehicle manufacturer's recommended service interval and must be
documented.
Some conditions indicate that service or part replacement is

JA C KIN G & H O IS TIN G

1991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1991 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Jacking & Hoisting
Chrysler Motors: Ram-50
Mitsubishi: Montero, Pickup
JACKING & HOISTING
NOTE: The following illustrations DO NOT represent the exact
structure of vehicle's frame, underbody or body outline.
Illustrations are given to provide reference points for the
mechanic.
FRAME & UNDERBODY
The following illustrations indicate points for jacking and
hoisting vehicle. These points are indicated by shaded areas on the
frame and underbody. See Fig. 1.
OUTERBODY
Points on the outline of body were designated to be used
specifically with vehicle's own jack. See Fig. 2. If floor jack or
hoist is used at these points, use extreme care to avoid damaging
outer body shell. See Fig. 2 or 3.
Fig. 1: Jacking & Hoisting Points (Typical)

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Wheel Alignment
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION PROCEDURES
PRE-ALIGNMENT CHECKS
Before making wheel alignment adjustment, perform the
following checks:
1) Tires should be equal in size and runout must not be
excessive. Tires and wheels should be in balance, and inflated to
manufacturer's specifications.
2) Wheel bearings must be properly adjusted. Steering linkage
and suspension must not have excessive looseness. Check for wear in
tie rod ends and ball joints.
3) Steering gear box must not have excessive play. Check and
adjust to manufacturer's specifications.
4) Vehicle must be at curb height with full fuel load and
spare tire in vehicle. No extra load should be on vehicle.
5) Vehicle must be level with floor and with suspension
settled. Jounce front and rear of vehicle several times and allow it
to settle to normal curb height.
6) If steering wheel is not centered with front wheels in
straight-ahead position, correct by shortening one tie rod adjusting
sleeve and lengthening opposite sleeve equal amounts.
7) Ensure wheel lug nuts are tightened to torque
specifications.

RID IN G H EIG HT A D JU STM EN T

1991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
1991-92 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Riding Height Adjustment
Chrysler Motors: Ram-50
Mitsubishi: Montero, Pickup
RIDING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. Ensure
vehicle is on level floor and tires are properly inflated. Bounce
vehicle several times and allow suspension to settle.
Visually inspect vehicle, from front to rear or side to
side, for signs of abnormal height. Remove extra heavy items from
passenger and luggage compartments. If riding height is not within
specification, check and repair suspension before adjusting alignment.
See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT) table.
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Application (2) In. (mm)
Montero ............................ 2.80 (71.1)
Pickup 4WD & Ram-50 4WD ............ 3.07 (78.0)
(1) - Ensure tire inflation is correct and vehicle
is level.
( 2) - Distance between lower control bump stopper
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Application In. (mm)
Montero .................. 0.83-0.91 (21.0-23.0)
Pickup 4WD & Ram-50 4WD ............ 3.11 (79.0)
(1) - Distance between lower control bumper and
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Fig. 1: Measuring Front Riding Height (Typical 4WD)
Courtesy of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of America.

shaft.
3) On Montero, install control arm-to-crossmember bolts from
the outside of control arm, with nuts against crossmember.
4) Ensure alignment shims are placed in original location.
When installing shock absorber, ensure White paint mark on lower end
of shock faces toward the outside of vehicle. Tighten shock absorber
upper nut until distance from end of threads to nut is .27-.31" (7-8
mm). Install shock lock nut.
5) Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of article. Bleed brakes. Adjust anchor bolt to proper
torsion bar setting. See TORSION BAR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Check wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
WHEEL BEARINGS R & I
REMOVAL
1) Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. Remove
caliper assembly. Remove locking hub. See LOCKING HUB under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION.
2) Remove lock washer. Using Socket (MB990954), remove lock
nut. Remove front hub assembly from steering knuckle.
3) Remove oil seal and bearings from hub. If bearing races
need to be replaced, drive bearing races from hub using brass drift
and hammer.
INSTALLATION
1) Before installing, lubricate outside surfaces of bearing
outer races with grease. Install bearing outer races in hub. Ensure
bearing races are fully seated.
2) Pack bearings with grease. Install inner bearing in hub.
On Montero, install seal in hub using Seal Installer (MB990955). On
Pickup, use Seal Installer (MB990985).
3) Install seal until seal is even with hub surface. To
complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Adjust wheel
bearings. See WHEEL BEARINGS under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION. Tighten
bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Anchor Bolt Lock Nut ............. 29-36 (39-49)
Automatic Hub Cover .............. 13-25 (18-34)
Ball Joint Nut
Lower ....................... 87-130 (118-176)
Upper .......................... 43-65 (58-88)
Ball Joint-to-Lower
Control Arm Bolt ............... 39-54 (53-73)
Caliper Bolt ..................... 58-72 (79-98)
Control Arm-to-Frame Bolt
Lower ................. ( 1) 101-116 (137-157)
Upper ......................... 72-87 (98-118)
Locking Hub-to-Hub/Rotor Bolt .... 36-43 (49-58)
Manual Hub Cover Bolt .................. 10 (14)
Shock Absorber Lower Mount Bolt
Montero ........................ 11-16 (15-22)
Ram-50 & Pickup ...................... 10 (14)

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1 991 M it s u bis h i M onte ro
GENERAL INFORMATION
Steering, Suspension, Wheel Alignment, Wheels and Tires
Motorist Assurance Program
Standards For Automotive Repair
All Makes and Models
INTRODUCTION TO MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
CONTENTS
Motorist Assurance Program (MAP)
OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS & SUGGESTIONS
Steering and Suspension
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - AIR SHOCKS AND AIR STRUTS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - AIR SPRING VALVES
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - AIR SPRINGS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - COMPRESSORS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - HEIGHT SENSORS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - MODULES
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - RELAYS (COMPRESSOR)
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - SWITCHES (ON/OFF)
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - TORSION SPRINGS (COUNTER BALANCING)
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - TUBING
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - WARNING LAMPS
AIR RIDE SUSPENSION - WIRING HARNESSES
BALL JOINTS
BUSHINGS
CENTER LINKS
CONTROL ARM SHAFTS
CONTROL ARMS
DRAG LINKS
ELECTRONIC RIDE CONTROL SHOCKS AND STRUTS
IDLER ARMS
KING PINS
PITMAN ARMS
POWER STEERING HOSES
POWER STEERING (HYDRAULIC) PUMPS
RADIUS ARMS
RELAY RODS
SHOCK ABSORBERS, STRUT CARTRIDGES AND STRUT ASSEMBLIES
SPINDLES
SPRINGS - COIL, LEAF AND TORSION BAR
STEEL POWER STEERING LINES
STEERING ARMS
STEERING DAMPERS
STEERING GEARS (EXCEPT RACK AND PINION)
STEERING GEARS - RACK AND PINION
STEERING KNUCKLES
STRIKE OUT BUMPERS
STRUT RODS
STRUT UPPER BEARING PLATE ASSEMBLIES
SWAY BAR LINKS
SWAY BARS

TIE ROD ENDS (INNER AND OUTER)
TRACK BARS
TRAILING ARMS
WHEEL BEARINGS, RACES AND SEALS
Wheel Alignment
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Wheels and Tires
TIRES
VALVE STEMS
WHEEL ATTACHMENT HARDWARE
WHEELS (RIMS)
MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
OVERVIEW
The Motorist Assurance Program is the consumer outreach
effort of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association, Inc.
(AMRA). Participation in the Motorist Assurance Program is drawn from
retailers, suppliers, independent repair facilities, vehicle
manufacturers and industry associations.
Our organization's mission is to strengthen the relationship
between the consumer and the auto repair industry. We produce
materials that give motorists the information and encouragement to
take greater responsibility for their vehicles-through proper,
manufacturer-recommended, maintenance. We encourage participating
service and repair shops (including franchisees and dealers) to adopt
1) a Pledge of Assurance to their Customers and 2) the Motorist
Assurance Program Standards of Service. All participating service
providers have agreed to subscribe to this Pledge and to adhere to the
promulgated Standards of Service demonstrating to their customers that
they are serious about customer satisfaction.
These Standards of Service require that an inspection of the
vehicle's (problem) system be made and the results communicated to the\
customer according to industry standards. Given that the industry did
not have such standards, the Motorist Assurance Program successfully
promulgated industry inspection communication standards in 1994-95 for
the following systems: Exhaust, Brakes, ABS, Steering and Suspension,
Engine Maintenance and Performance, HVAC, and Electrical Systems.
Further, revisions to all of these inspection communication standards
are continually re-published. In addition to these, standards for
Drive Train and Transmissions have recently been promulgated.
Participating shops utilize these Uniform Inspection & Communication
Standards as part of the inspection process and for communicating
their findings to their customers.
The Motorist Assurance Program continues to work
cooperatively and proactively with government agencies and consumer
groups toward solutions that both benefit the customer and are
mutually acceptable to both regulators and industry. We maintain the
belief that industry must retain control over how we conduct our
business, and we must be viewed as part of the solution and not part
of the problem. Meetings with state and other government officials
(and their representatives), concerned with auto repair and/or
consumer protection, are conducted. Feedback from these sessions is
brought back to the association, and the program adjusted as needed.
To assure auto repair customers recourse if they were not
satisfied with a repair transaction, the Motorist Assurance Program
offers mediation and arbitration through MAP/BBB-CARE and other non-