2007 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION power steering

STEERING -General Information37A-2
GENERAL INFORMATION
The system has been equipped with the MOMO
leather 3-spoke-type steering wheel with built-in
SRS airbag.
The steering column is equipped with tilt steering
mechanism.
The power steering is an integral rack and piniontype that combines the steering gear and linkage
into one light-weight and compact assembly.
The steering system uses a vane oil pump with
a fluid flow control system, so that steering effort
varies with engine speed.
ItemLancer EVOLUTION-
Steering wheelTypeMOMO 3-spoke typeg
Outside diameter mm380 ,
365
Maximum number of turns2.1
Steering columnColumn mechanismTilt steering
Power steering typeIntegral type
Oil pumpTypeVariable capacity type (vane pump)pp
Basic discharge amount cm3/rev.9.6
Relief pressure MPa8.3 - 9.0
Reservoir typeSeparate type
Pressure switchEquipped
Steering gear and linkageTypeRack and pinionggg
Stroke ratio (Rack stroke/Steering wheel
Maximum turning radius)68.61
Rack stroke mm146
Steering angleInner wheel32°gg
Outer wheel (for reference)27°
Power steering fluidSpecified lubricantsAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON IIg
Quantity LApproximately 1.0

STEERING -Service Specifications/Lubricants/Sealant/Special Tools37A-4
SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
ItemsStandard valueLimit
Steering wheel free play mmwhen engine running-30 or less
with engine stopped0-10-
Steering angleInner wheel31_45’±1_30’-
Outer wheel 27_15’-
Ball joint turning torque N·m1.0 - 3.0-
Stationary steering effort NSteering effort32 or less-
Fluctuation allowance6.0 or less-
Oil pump relief pressure MPa8.4 - 9.0-
Pressure under no-load conditions MPa0.2 - 0.8-
Steering gear retention hydraulic pressure MPa8.4 - 9.0-
Oil pressure switch operating
pressureMPa
OFF→ON1.8 - 2.4-
pressure MPaON→OFF1.0 - 2.4-
Total pinion torque N·mTotal rotation torque0.8 - 1.8-
Torque variation0.49 or less-
Tie rod joint swing resistance N (Tie rod joint swing torque N·m)8 - 27 (1.5 - 4.9)-
Opening dimension of special tool (MB991561) mm2.9-
Band crimped width mm2.4 - 2.8-
LUBRICANTS
ItemsSpecified lubricantQuantity
Power steering fluidAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRONIIApprox. 1.0 L
Tie rod bellowsSilicone greaseAs required
Pinion and valve assemblyRepair kit greaseAs required
Rack assembly
SEALANT
ItemsSpecified sealantRemarks
Toe boad (steering shaft cover
mounting bolt hole)3M ATD Part No. 8513 or equivalentDrying sealant
Rack support cover end plug3M ATD Part No. 8661, 8663 or equivalentSemi-drying sealant
SPECIAL TOOLS
ToolNumberNameUse
MB990635,
MB991113 or
MB991406Steering linkage
pullerDisconnection of tie rod end

STEERING -Special Tools37A-5
Tool UseName Number
MB991006Preload socketMeasurement of the total pinion torque
MB990326Preload socketMeasurement of the ball joint turning torque
MB990993Power steering oil
pressure gauge
adapter (pump
side)Measurement of oil pressure
MB990994Power steering oil
pressure gauge
adapter (hose
side)
MB990662Oil pressure gauge
assemblyMeasurement of oil pressure
MB991204Torque wrench
socketDAdjustment of rack support
DRemoval of rack support cover
MB990784Ornament removerRemoval of steering wheel cover

MB990803Steering wheel
pullerDisconnection of the steering wheel
MB991199Oil seal and
bearing installerDPress fitting of rack housing bearing
DTo press in the oil seal for the rack

STEERING -On-vehicle Service37A-9
POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL CHECK
1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface, start the engine,
and then turn the steering wheel several times to raise
the temperature of the fluid to approximately 50 - 60_C.
2. With the engine running, turn the wheel all the way to
the left and right several times.
3. Check the fluid in the oil reservoir for foaming or milkiness.
Check the difference of the fluid level when the engine
is stopped, and while it is running. If the change of the
fluid level is 5 mm or more, air bleeding should be done.
POWER STEERING FLUID REPLACEMENT
1. Raise the front wheels on a jack, and then support them
with rigid racks.
2. Disconnect the return hose connection.
3. Connect a vinyl hose to the return hose, and drain the
oil into a container.
4. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors. (Refer to
GROUP16 - Ignition System.)
5. While operating the starting motor intermittently, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the left and right several
times to drain all of the fluid.
6. Connect the return hoses securely, and then secure it
with the clip.
7. Fill the oil reservoir with specified fluid up to the lower
position of the filter, and then bleed air.
Specified fluid:
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONII
Caution
Do not use ATF-SPIIM and ATF-SPIII.
POWER STEERING SYSTEM BLEEDING
1. Jack up the vehicle and support the front wheels with
rigid racks.
2. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors. (Refer to
GROUP16 - Ignition System.)
3. Cranking the engine with the starter several times
intermittently (during 15 to 20 seconds), turn the steering
wheel left and right fully five or six times.
Caution
(1) During the bleeding, refill the fluid so that the
level never falls below the lower position of the
filter.
(2) Be sure to bleed air only while cranking. If the
bleeding is done with the engine running, the air
will be broken up and absorbed into the fluid.
4. Connect the ignition coil connectors and idle the engine.
5. Turn the steering wheel left and right fully until no bubbles
comes out in the oil reservoir.
6. See that the fluid is not milky and that the fluid level
is up to the specified position on the level gauge.
7. See that the fluid level changes little when the steering
wheel is turned left and right.
8. Check difference in fluid levels between the engine
stopped and running.
Fluid level change: Within 5 mm
While engine
runningWhile engine
stopped
Return hose
Vinyl hose

STEERING -On-vehicle Service37A-11
POWER STEERING OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
CHECK
1. Disconnect the pressure hose from the oil pump, and
then connect the special tools.
2. Bleed the air, and then turn the steering wheel several
times while the vehicle is not moving so that the
temperature of the fluid rises to approximately 50 - 60_C.
3. The engine should be idling.
4. Disconnect the connection of the connector for the oil
pressure switch, and set an ohmmeter in position.
5. Gradually close the shut-off valve of the pressure gauge
and increase the hydraulic pressure, then check whether
or not the hydraulic pressure that activates the switch
is the standard value.
Standard value: 1.8 - 2.4 MPa
6. Gradually open the shut-off valve and reduce the hydraulic
pressure; then check whether or not the hydraulic pressure
that deactivates the switch is the standard value.
Standard value: 1.0 - 2.4 MPa
7. Remove the special tools, and then tighten the pressure
hose to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 18±3 N·m
8. Bleed the system.
BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing
it with finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the
tie rod end.
NOTE
Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage
of the ball joint.
Temperature
gaugeShut-off valve
Oil
pump
ReservoirAdapter
(MB990993)Pressure
gauge
(MB990662)
Adapter
(MB990994)

STEERING - Power Steering Gear Box and Linkage37A-16
POWER STEERING GEAR BOX AND LINKAGE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Caution: SRS
Before removing steering gear box, refer to GROUP 52B. Also, put the front wheels in straight-ahead
position. Failure to do so may damage the SRS clock spring and render the SRS air bag inoperative,
which results serious driver injury.
Caution
If the vehicle is equipped with the Brembo disc brake, during maintenance, take care not to contact
the parts or tools to the caliper because the paint of caliper will be scratched. And if there is
brake fluid on the caliper, wipe out quickly.
Pre-removal Operation
DClock Spring Removal (Refer to GROUP 52B.)
DPower Steering Fluid Draining (Refer to P.37A-9.)Post-installation Operation
DClock Spring Installation (Refer to GROUP 52B.)
DPower Steering Fluid Supplying and bleeding
(Refer to P.37A-9.)
DChecking Steering Wheel Position with Wheels
Straight Ahead

17
6
3 4
57±7 N·m5
8
70±10 N·m
2
15±3 N·m
9
10
12±2 N·m 12±2 N·m
70±10 N·m
Removal steps
1. Crossmember
(Refer to GROUP 32.)
DRear roll stopper(Refer to GROUP 32.)
2. Joint cover grommet
3. Return hose
4. Return tube5. O ring
6. Return tube
7. Eye bolt
8. Pressure hose assembly
9. Clamp
10. Steering gear and linkage

STEERING - Power Steering Gear Box and Linkage37A-17
17 6 2
3 4
15±3 N·m
57±7 N·m
5
70±10 N·m

Removal steps
1. Crossmember
(Refer to GROUP 32.)
2. Joint cover grommet
3. Return hose connection4. Return tube
5. Pressure hose connection
6. Clamp
7. Steering gear and linkage
INSPECTION
GEAR BOX PINION TOTAL ROTATION TORQUE CHECK
Caution
Secure the steering gear box and linkage in their mounting
positions only. Otherwise, deformation or damage could
result.
1. Using the special tool, turn the pinion gear at a speed
of one rotation per 4 to 6 seconds to measure total rotation
torque.
Standard values:
Total rotation torque: 0.8 – 1.8 N·m
Torque fluctuation: 0.49 N·m or less
NOTE
(1) Remove the bellows from the rack housing before
measuring.
(2) Measure the total rotation torque by turning the special
tool left and right 180_from the neutral position.
2. If the standard values are not met, adjust the pinion total
rotation torque. (Refer to P.37A-26.)
3. In case the adjustment is impossible, disassemble and
check the components, and repair if necessary.
MB991006

STEERING - Power Steering Gear Box and Linkage37A-18
TIE ROD SWING RESISTANCE CHECK
1. Swing the tie rod 10 times hardly.
2. With the tie rod end downwards as shown, use a spring
scale to measure swing resistance (swing torque).
Standard value: 8 - 27 N (1.5 - 4.9 N·m)
3. If the measured value is above the standard value, replace
the tie rod.
4. If below, check the ball joint for looseness or ratcheting.
The tie rod is still serviceable when the ball joint swings
smoothly.
TIE ROD END BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing
it with finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the
tie rod end. (Refer to P.37A-19, 20.)
NOTE
A cracked or damaged dust cover may damage the ball
joint. Replace the dust cover when it is damaged during
service work.