Mounting Instructions
Öhlins Shock Absorber MIR3I02/ MIR4I02
for Mitsubishi EVO VII, VIII & IX grp N Tarmac - rear
Kit Contents
Before installing this Öhlins shock absorber,
please check the contents of the kit listed
below. If any part is missing, please contact
your Öhlins dealer.
Öhlins Racing AB, Box 722, S-194 27 Upplands Väsby, Sweden.
Phone +46 8 590 025 00. Fax +46 8 590 025 80.
www.ohlins.com
© Öhlins Racing AB. All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Öhlins Racing AB is prohibited.
Printed in Sweden.
ADJUSTMENTS
Read more about settings and adjustments
in your Öhlins Owner’s manual.
Compression damping adjuster
Adjust by turning the knob/ allen screw
on the piggy-back reservoir;
Low speed (1a): Use a 3 mm allen key.
High speed (1b): Hexagon screw.
Use a 12 mm spanner.
Rebound damping adjuster
Adjust by turning the slotted screw
on the black knob. Use a screwdriver.
Handtighten only.
Spring preload adjuster
Adjust by turning the adjustment ring on
the shock absorber tube.
Use the C-spanners provided in this kit.
NOTE!
When delivered the Öhlins shock absorber
is dialed to recommended settings for the
specific brand and make of the vehicle. If you
have changed the setting, reset according to
the following:
The adjusters have a normal right hand thread.
Turn clockwise to fully closed. Turn counter
clockwise to open and count the clicks until you
reach the recommended number.
CAUTION!
Do not use force, delicate sealing surfaces can
be damaged. Handtighten only.
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SET-UP DATA
Recommended setting
Compression damping
Low speed 18 ± 5 clicks
Available range 5 - 20 clicks
High speed 35 ± 5 clicks
Available range 5 - 40 clicks
Rebound damping 12 ± 5 clicks
Available range 5 - 18 clicks
Shock absorber - left rear
MIR3I02
(1)
Shock absorber - right rear MIR4I02 (1)
C-spanner 00710-02 (1)
C-spanner 01796-01 (1)
Öhlins Sticker 00192-01 (2)
Öhlins Owner’s Manual* 07440-02 (1)
* Included in MIR 3I02
Mounting Instructions MIR3I02/ 4I02_1, Issued 20090327 Öhlins Racing AB
Please read before installing
Öhlins Racing AB cannot be held responsible
for any damage to the Öhlins McPherson
shock absorber, vehicle or injury to persons,
if the instructions for fitting and maintenance
are not followed exactly. Similarly, the
warranty will become null and void if the
instructions are not adhered to.
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1a
1b
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Standard spring
Part No. Rate
06774-23 80 N/mm
Optional springs
Part No. Rate
06774-21 75 N/mm
06774-25 85 N/mm
06774-27 90 N/mm
For more optional springs, contact your Öhlins dealer.
MIR 3I00
MIR 4I00
Rear
Rear
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this manual carefully!
Pay special attention to statements
proceded by the following notations:
The Safety alert symbol means: Attention!
Your safety is involved!
Failure to follow these warning instructions
may result in severe or fatal injury
to anyone working with, inspecting or
using this Öhlins shock absorber, or to
bystanders.
Caution indicates that special
precautions must be taken to avoid
damage to the Öhlins shock absorber.
Indicates information that is of importance
regarding mounting procedures.
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WARNING
CAUTION!
NOTE!
WARNING!
1. Installing a Öhlins shock absorber,
that is not approved by the vehicle
manufacturer, may affect the vehicle’s
stability. Öhlins Racing AB cannot be
held responsible for any personal injury
or damage that may occur after fitting the
Öhlins shock absorber.
2. The vehicle service manual must be
referred to when installing the Öhlins
shock absorber.
3. Please study and make certain you fully
understand the mounting instructions and
the owner’s manual before handling this
Öhlins shock absorber. If you have any
questions regarding proper installation
procedures, contact an Öhlins dealer.
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NOTE!
During storage and transportation, especially
at high ambient temperature, the oil and
grease used for assembling may run out in-
side the packing and damage the expanded
polystyrene packing material. This is not
unusual and is in no way detrimental to the
shock absorber.
NOTE!
Öhlins products are subject to continuous
improvement and development. Therefore,
although these instructions include the most
up-to-date information available at the time
of printing, there may be minor differences
between your Öhlins shock absorber and this
manual. Please consult your Öhlins dealer if
you have any questions regarding the con-
tents of this manual.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
1. It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer
install the shock absorber.
2. Follow the instructions in the vehicle
service manual when changing the shock
absorber.
3. When working on a raised vehicle, make
sure that it is securely supported to prevent
it from tipping over.
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Raise the car so that the rear wheels are off
the ground.
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Remove the top mount and the rubber
mountings from the original shock absorber.
Install the top mount and the bushings to the
Öhlins shock absorbers.
CAUTION!
Do not use an impact wrench when removing
the top mount from the shock absorber. It may
cause the piston nut to come loose from the
piston shaft.
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Release the spring preload before installing
the Öhlins shock absorbers to the vehicle.
Lock nut
Stop washer
Rubber mount
Rubber mount
Top mount
Washer
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Adjusting the
spring preload;
see next page!
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From the
original
shock
absorber
NOTE!
Correct position
of the washer.
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Remove the rear wheels.
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Remove the lower and the upper attachments
and remove the original shock absorbers.
NOTE!
Compress the shock absorber when removing
it.
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BracketBracket
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Install the Öhlins shock absorbers. The
reservoirs should be pointing towards
the rear end of the vehicle, and the lower
bracket offset towards the wheel.
Left rear Right rear
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Set the spring preload once the shock
absorbers are installed to the vehicle.
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Read more about the Öhlins shock absorbers
in your Öhlins Owners Manual.
NOTE!
Make sure that all bolts are tightened to
the correct torque and that nothing fouls or
restricts movement of the suspension when it
is being fully compressed or extended.
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