Parts for your 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero-Bump stops

2000 Mitsubishi Pajero bump-stops — what they do and when to replace

Technical sources confirm the 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero (V60/V70 series) is fitted with bump-stops from factory. The Mitsubishi Motors Workshop Manual for the V6_/V7_ (Gen 3) Pajero/Montero lists “bump stopper” components and inspection in the Front and Rear Suspension sections, and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue includes front and rear “stopper, suspension (bump)” entries for this model range. Independent service manuals covering 1999–2006 Pajero likewise specify bump-stop inspection as part of suspension checks.

On this Pajero, bump-stops act as final-travel cushions. They sit near the control arms and chassis to prevent metal-to-metal contact when the suspension compresses hard — think corrugations, heavy loads, towing, or off-road articulation. That soft rubber or polyurethane puck saves shocks, control arm bushes, CVs, and even the chassis from harsh bottoming. It also helps the vehicle maintain composure at full compression, keeping tyres in better contact with the track and stopping the spring and damper from being hammered.

There’s no set replacement interval, condition is the guide. Over time, the stops can crack, go chalky, or compress permanently. Oil contamination from a weeping shock accelerates softening. When a bump-stop is missing or split, the Pajero can feel and sound harsh over big hits and may bottom out sooner, which isn’t great for ride or component life.

As part of servicing, a quick visual check is smart every 10,000–15,000 km or before long trips and off-road work:

• Look for splits, chunks missing, or shiny “polished” faces that indicate frequent hard bottoming.
• Check for perishing, flattening, or oil soak from nearby dampers.
• Confirm the stop is seated and fasteners or mounts aren’t damaged.

Replacement is straightforward on this model: safely support the vehicle, unload the suspension, and swap the stop like-for-like. Many owners choose quality OE-style rubber for comfort, while some off-road builds opt for progressive polyurethane or hydraulic-style bump-stops for more controlled bottoming. An alignment isn’t usually required after a simple bump-stop change, but it’s wise to recheck ride height and inspect shocks and springs at the same time. Keeping the Pajero’s bump-stops healthy is cheap insurance for the rest of the suspension.

Where are the bump-stops on a 2000 Pajero?

They’re mounted on the chassis to meet the control arms as the suspension compresses. Up front, they contact the lower control arms, at the rear (independent suspension), they’re positioned to meet the rear control arm assembly near full compression.

What are the signs they need replacing?

Cracks, missing chunks, flattening, or oil-soaked rubber are the big giveaways. A loud thud on big hits, or a harsher-than-usual ride when loaded, also suggests the suspension is hitting the stops too hard or the stops are past it.

Is it safe to drive with damaged or missing bump-stops?

It’ll drive, but it’s not ideal. Bottoming loads can transmit straight into shocks, arms, and mounts, increasing wear and the chance of damage. Replacing tired bump-stops quickly helps protect the rest of the suspension.