Brake Vibration In The Mitsubishi Eclipse

The Mitsubishi Eclipse comes standard with front ventilated disc brakes. These brakes function by calipers pressing brake pads against the spinning rotor to stop the vehicle. Over time, slight imperfections can cause a brake vibration.

Cause

Brake vibration is caused only by one thing: excessive run-out on the rotor. The run-out is the difference between the thickest and thinnest part of the rotors disc. The Eclipse has a maximum rotor run-out of .002 to .003 inches, depending on the year.

Material Transfer

Material transfer is far and away the most common reason for excessive run out. This happens when friction material from the brake pad adheres to a section of the rotor, typically due to excessive rotor heat.

Repair

There are only two ways to repair excessive rotor run-out. The first way to repair it is to use a lathe to cut a small amount of the rotors surface off and make it flat again. This can only be done if the disc thickness is at least .882 to .96 inches, depending on the year. If the rotor falls below that specification, the only way to repair the vibration it is to replace the rotor.

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Do it Yourself Rear Window Repair on Mitsubishi Truck

Fixing the rear window of your Mitsubishi truck is like fixing the back window of any other truck. Most of the time, this kind of repair would require replacing your old window with a new one, especially if the former is heavily damaged or has a crack. Remember, however, that if the crack is just a small one, applying a good sealant will do the trick, and you wont need to buy a new window for your vehicle.

Instructions

1

Check your rear windows for damage by using a pail of water and see if there is a leak. This will help you locate where the damage is and will make your job a lot easier.

2

Determine whether the seal or the window itself is damaged. This will help you decide whether you only have to seal a leak or a crack or replace the window with a new one. If the seal is broken go to Step 3, if its the window thats broken go straight to Step 4.

3

Replace the rubber seal on your rear window by cutting the rubber around it. Use your knife to do this. Take your time to remove the rubber until you can easily pull out the window. Put a new rubber seal around your window and put it back into the cars opening. Finish by applying a sealant. Make sure to have some water on hand so you can check if it seals perfectly.

4

Remove the rubber lock and then take out your window. Change the old window to the new one by firmly securing the area around it with the rubber seal. Finish this by applying sealant and then put the lock back in place.

5

Allow the sealant to cure for about 15 hours.

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