Eclipse L4-1996cc 2.0L DOHC (1995)
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If steering drift is not detected, return the vehicle to the customer.
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If steering drift is observed, go to Step 4.
4.
Cross-switch the front tires. Then test drive the vehicle again at highway speeds.
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If steering drift is not detected, return the vehicle to the customer.
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If steering drift is observed, go to Step 5.
5.
Replace the front suspension lower compression arms. Refer to the PARTS INFORMATION section of this bulletin for part numbers.
For replacement instructions, refer to pages 33A-11 and 33A-12 in the 1994-95
Galant Service Manual or pages 33A-11 and 33A-12 in the 1995 Eclipse Service Manual.
NOTE
The lower compression arms used in this procedure are different than the original compression arms. The rear bushing in the new parts is made with
a built-in offset.
6.
Check the front toe reading of the vehicle and ensure the steering wheel is centered. If needed, re-set the toe and center the steering wheel.
NOTE
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For 1994-95 Galant (VIN RE030501 and higher) and 1995 Eclipse, Step 6 is the last step in the procedure.
For 1994 Galant (VIN RE030500 and lower), go to Step 7.
7.
Test drive the vehicle at highway speeds.
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If steering drift is not detected, return the vehicle to the customer.
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If steering drift is observed, go to Step 8.
8.
Using the camber readings obtained in Step 2, determine if adding 0.50 positive camber to the left wheel and 0.50 negative camber to the right
wheel will correct the overall front camber reading to 0 +/- 0.50 (front camber specification.)
