Mitsubishi L200 series are indeed one of the most dominant pickup model in the world, and is also the best selling model on PartsLINQ.co. Over the past few months, we have received numerous inquiries of L200 related parts and tech helps. The most epic topic is definitely about the wheel alignment. In this post we will share with you about the introduction about wheel alignment as well as the suspension parts it costs for the front wheel alignment replacement.
Wheel Alignment and the Related Components :
Cars are manufactured with precise calibrations, but over time, it’s inevitable that parts become worn out and fall out of alignment. The most noticeable misalignment is all about the wheels, simple as it may seem, it actually is a matter concerning suspension system, steering system and braking system.
In short, wheel alignment is the maintenance service to adjust the wheels, the related parts and components back the the original specification setting.
Common Cause of Wheel Misalignment :
The actual cause of wheel misalignment varies, the most common causes of wheel misalignment includes :
- Vehicle usage over years
- Poor driving terrain
- Car accident
- Driving through potholes and curbs
All of the causes above, not only affect the wheels but will also have impacts in suspensions, brakes and others.
Symptoms of Wheel Misalignment
Despite there is no any indicator signs in dashboard to show if the wheels fall out of misalignment, but with the following symptoms, you probably need to have a checkup at service center to adjust the wheel alignment
- Uneven wear of tyres
- Steering wheel vibration and squeaking noises
- Left / right side tilted
- Feeling unbalanced while driving straight
How to Prevent Wheel Misalignment
Even though it’s said the OE ( Original Equipment ) tyres should sustain up to 60K miles, but with the alignment issues happen, rapid wear on tyres may result in the decrease in tyre longevity to 20-30K miles. So, how do your prevent the wheel misalignment?
- Always keep an eye on the tyre pressure balance with the recommended PSI.
- Avoid putting too much loads in the trunk.
- Safe driving is the Key!
Parts Replacement Recommendation for Wheel Alignment
Lastly, after a complete wheel alignment checkup, the technician will provide you with the replacement recommendation that includes list of parts.
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Let’s take a look at the front wheel alignment replacement example from our all time popular car make – Mitsubishi Sportero / L200 2009. .
The receipt from service center stated the suspension replacement for Front Lower Control Arms , Inner and Outer Tie Rod Ends. Then the problem is, after looking up in the parts diagram, there is no way to find the “Inner Tie Rod End”? Why and how ?
The thing is, for original equipment parts, some of the car makes the inner tie rod ends are concluded in the steering rack assy (in the red square, covered in steering boot), but you can usually find them sell separately in aftermarket parts.
At last, the final answer to the replacement recommendation will be total 6 parts :
4013A087 Front Lower Control Arm (LH)
4013A088 Front Lower Control Arm (RH)
4422A009 (RH) & 4422A010 (LH) Outer Tie Rod End Set
4410A173 Inner Tie Rod End Set (2 PCS)
Alright, that’s a wrap for today, more tech tips coming, so stay tuned!
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