Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer EvolutionFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Steering -- Evolution: General Description: Notes
Power steering has been adopted in all vehicles to make the steering system easier to handle.
- MOMO leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel is used.
- The steering column has a shock absorbing mechanism and a tilt steering mechanism.
- A rack and pinion steering gear is used for steering that feels more direct and for ample handling performance.
- An oil pump responsive to engine RPM is used, which, with tuning for a rigid gear box mount, provides stable steering at high speeds.
- The separate oil reservoir is rubber-mounted.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.