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Steering Angle Check

CAUTION: After adjusting the steering angle, always perform calibration to make ABS/ASC-ECU learn the neutral position of the steering wheel sensor. (Refer to STEERING WHEEL SENSOR CALIBRATION ). <Vehicles with ASC>
  1. Check that the wheel alignment is normal.
  2. Place the front wheel on a turning radius gauge and measure the steering angle.
    STANDARD VALUE REFERENCE CHART

    Inner wheel 40°50' ± 1°30'
    Outer wheel (reference value) 33°50'
    Fig 1: Adjusting Steering Angle
    G04255479Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  3. If not within the standard value, adjust the tie-rods (right and left), and repeat Steps  1 and  2.
  4. If the measured value exceeds the standard range by performing Step  3, replace the steering gear and linkage assembly. (Refer to POWER STEERING GEAR BOX AND LINKAGE  .)
    Fig 2: Identifying Tie-Rods Measurement Value
    G05905027Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.