INSPECTION PROCEDURE 8: Squeaking Noise: Diagnosis

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.

STEP 1. Check for interference of the wheel and the vehicle body.

If interfering, adjust the steering angle.

Place the front wheel on a turning radius gauge and measure the steering angle.

Standard value:

ITEM SPECIFICATIONS

Item	Specification
Inside wheel	33°10' ± 1°30'
Outside wheel (reference value)	28°10'

Fig 1: Placing Front Wheel On Turning Radius Gauge

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

If the steering angle is not within the standard value, adjust the toe-in.
Standard value: 0 ± 2 mm (0 ± 0.07 inch)
Adjust the toe-in by undoing the clip and jam nut, and turning the left and right tie rod turnbuckles by the same amount (in opposite directions).
NOTE: The toe will move out as the left turnbuckle is turned toward the front of the vehicle and the right turnbuckle is turned toward the rear of the vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying Lock Nut And Clip
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Q: Is the steering angle normal?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO : Adjust the steering angle. Then go to Step 3.

STEP 2. Check the steering gear for damage.
Q: Is there damage?

YES : Repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 3.

NO : Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Confirm that no noise is generated.

Q: Is there noise?

YES : Repeat from Step 1.

NO : The procedure is complete.