Removal And Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Do not damage the trailing arm ball joint dust cover during maintenance. If it is damaged, replace the trailing arm ball joint dust cover (TRAILING ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT ).
The part indicated by * is the bolt with friction coefficient stabilizer. In removal, ensure there is no damage, clean dust and soiling from the bearing and thread surfaces, and tighten them to the specified torque.

Fig 1: Trailing Arm Remove / Install Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Required Special Tool:

MB991897 or MB992011: Ball Joint Remover