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<< J >> Rack Support Cover/Jam Nut Installation

  1. Position the rack at its center.
  2. Apply 3M™ AAD Part number 8661, 8663, 8672, 8678, 8679 or equivalent to the threaded part of the rack support cover.
  3. Use special tool MB991204 to tighten the rack support cover to 23+/-2 N.m (17 +/- 1ft-lb).
    • MB990607: Torque Wrench Socket < Vehicles with 14 and 15 inch tire<
    • MB991621: Piston Driver < Vehicles with 16 inch tire<
  4. Turn the rack support cover 30 degree angle counterclockwise.
  5. Use special tool MB991204 to hold the rack support cover. and then tighten the jam nut to 59 +/- 10 N.m (44+/-7 ft-lb).
    Fig 1: Tightening Rack Support Cover With Torque Wrench Socket
    G00955236Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.