Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Asx-Struts

2017 Mitsubishi ASX struts — what they do and when to sort them

Based on technical references — Mitsubishi Motors Workshop Manual for ASX/Outlander Sport (2016–2019) Front Suspension section, plus the Monroe AU/NZ and KYB application catalogues, and local parts fitment guides — the 2017 Mitsubishi ASX runs MacPherson struts at the front and conventional shock absorbers at the rear. So yes, struts are fitted and relevant to the front end of this model.

Up front, the MacPherson strut does double duty. It’s the damping unit and a key structural part of the suspension that helps locate the wheel and manage steering geometry. Paired with a coil spring and upper mount/bearing, the strut controls bounce, dive under braking, and body roll in corners. When the struts are healthy, the ASX feels settled, steers cleanly, and wears tyres evenly — just how it’s meant to on Aussie and Kiwi roads.

There’s no hard-and-fast replacement interval, but a good rule of thumb is to inspect the front struts every 20,000 km or at each service, and expect replacement somewhere between 80,000–150,000 km depending on road conditions, loads, and driving style. Look for oil weeping down the body, cupped or uneven tyre wear, clunks over bumps, longer stopping distances, and a floaty or choppy ride.

When it’s time to replace, doing both front struts as a pair keeps the car balanced. It’s smart to fit new top mounts and bearings at the same time — they cop the same mileage and can creak or bind if reused. After any strut work, book a four-wheel alignment to reset camber and toe, that protects tyre life and restores crisp steering. If the ASX has a sway bar link connected to the strut, inspect or replace that too while it’s all apart.

DIYers should use a proper spring compressor and follow the torque specs from the Mitsubishi manual. If that sounds a bit spicy, a trusted workshop will handle it quickly and safely. Either way, fresh struts bring back that planted feel, cut down on bumps and rattles, and keep the ASX tracking straight — exactly what’s wanted for the school run or a long weekend away.

• Typical signs of worn struts: oil leaks, nose-diving, extra bounce, steering wander, and scalloped tyres.
• Always align after strut replacement and avoid mixing old/new on one side only.

FAQs — 2017 Mitsubishi ASX struts

Do the rear suspension units on a 2017 ASX use struts?
The rear of the 2017 ASX uses separate shock absorbers and springs, not struts. Only the front axle uses MacPherson struts, as shown in the Mitsubishi Workshop Manual and major shock absorber catalogues.

How often should the front struts be replaced?
There’s no fixed schedule. Many owners see 80,000–150,000 km before noticeable wear, but rough roads, heavy loads, or towing can shorten that. Have them inspected each service and replace when ride, handling, or tyre wear suggests they’re past their best.

Do they need a wheel alignment after fitting new struts?
Yes. Replacing struts can alter camber and toe. A proper alignment right after installation protects tyres and restores the ASX’s steering feel.