Removal
Raise the car, see item 29.
Unscrew the stabilizer from the connecting element (tie). At the same time, hold the hinge with an Allen key.
Unscrew the connecting element from the transverse arm.
Note: On vehicles produced from January 1984 to August 1988, the stabilizer is connected by bushings with a through bolt, ball plates and rubber supports.
Loosen, without unscrewing, nut "3" of the ball joint.
Press the ball joint out of the steering knuckle. At the same time, attach the pressing device to the body with a cord.
Release the front mount "4" of the transverse arm.
Loosen nut "3" and pull out transverse lever "7".
Examination
Check the silent blocks for wear and damage, otherwise replace them.
Check the transverse arm for distortions or breaks, otherwise replace it.
Check the clamp for damage, otherwise replace it.
Check for cracks on the ball joint boot, otherwise replace. Before installation, apply universal grease to the sealing lips and to the inner surface of the boot.
Using the special Mitsubishi MB990800 device, drive the boot in until it stops. If a special device is not available, a tube of the appropriate diameter can be used.
Check that all bolts are in perfect condition and replace if necessary.
Installation
Caution: Always replace the self-locking nuts.
Insert the wishbone, tighten all bolts and nuts.
Note: Only tighten nut "4", do not tighten it.
Attach the stabilizer link to the wishbone.
On cars manufactured from 1.84 to 8.88, attach the stabilizer with the bushing and rubber supports to the wishbone. Tighten the fastening nut so that the thread of the through bolt extends to 21-23 mm.
Attach the cross stabilizer.
Lower the car.
Pump the front of the car several times to settle the front suspension.
Tighten the wishbone mount to the body with a force of 120 Nm.
Note: The vehicle must be on the ground on 4 wheels.
If possible, urgently check the front wheel alignment angles at a service station.