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1998 Mitsubishi Pajero sway bars & links
Yes — the 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero uses sway bars (stabilisers) and drop links. This is documented in the Mitsubishi Pajero NH–NL Service Manual (1997–1999, Suspension section), which details a front stabiliser bar with links, plus a rear stabiliser bar on most trims. It’s also reflected in the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue (listing front and rear stabiliser bars, D-bushes, and link assemblies for 1991–1999 Pajero models) and widely supported by aftermarket catalogues from brands like Whiteline and SuperPro offering sway bar links and bushes for the 1998 model.
On a 1998 Pajero, the sway bars and links do the quiet, important work of keeping the big wagon tidy on the road. The bar ties the left and right suspension together, resisting body roll so the tyres stay planted in corners, during lane changes, and under braking. The links connect the bar to the control arms or axle, letting the bar twist as the suspension moves. Around town and on the open road, that means flatter handling, better steering feel, and more confidence. Off-road, they’re a compromise: removing or loosening a bar can add articulation, but for everyday driving the stabiliser gear is essential for stability and safety.
As part of regular servicing, it pays to check the sway bar D-bushes and link bushes for cracking, perishing, or squashed-out rubber. Listen for clunks over bumps, squeaks at low speed, or a “floaty” feel in corners — all classic signs the links or bushes are tired. On a high-kilometre ’98 Pajero, fresh bushes and links can make the vehicle feel years younger.
- Inspection cadence: every 20,000–30,000 km, or at each service if driven on corrugations or gravel.
- Replacement tips: torque link and bracket bolts at normal ride height to avoid preloading the bushes. Re-check torque after 500 km.
- Bush material: OE-style rubber keeps it comfy, quality polyurethane bushes sharpen response and last longer, with a touch more NVH.
- Lifted Pajeros: consider extended or adjustable links to correct bar angle and avoid binding. Keep left/right link lengths matched.
- Noise cures: a light silicone-safe grease on D-bushes (where permitted by the bush maker) can stop squeaks, avoid petroleum grease on rubber.
- Hardware: replace rusted brackets, distorted washers, and nylock nuts. A dab of anti-seize on link threads helps the next service.
Done right, sway bar and link servicing restores the Pajero’s trademark sure-footed feel without spoiling its off-road chops.
Popular questions about 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero sway bars & links
Do 1998 Pajero sway bar links and bushes wear out, and what are the symptoms?
They do. Expect clunks over bumps, increased body roll, vague steering, or squeaks at parking speeds. A look underneath often shows cracked or perished rubber, ovalled D-bushes, or loose hardware. If a WOF/rego inspector flags “stabiliser bush/link wear,” it’s time to sort them.
Is it safe to drive a 1998 Pajero with a broken sway bar link?
It’ll usually move, but stability takes a real hit — especially in emergency manoeuvres or with a loaded wagon or trailer. It can also stress the remaining mounts. For road use, get it repaired promptly to stay safe and keep it WOF-compliant.
Do lift kits on a 1998 Pajero require different sway bar links?
Often, yes. A suspension lift changes the bar’s working angle. Extended or adjustable links (and sometimes relocation brackets) help restore geometry, reduce bush bind, and keep the bar effective. Always torque links with the vehicle’s weight on the wheels and re-check after some kilometres.
