Maval 98153M Steering Gear Box

Remanufactured steering gearbox for Montero Sport

This Maval remanufactured steering gear box is built for 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport applications and is identified by part number 98153M. It is a direct-fit steering gearbox replacement for vehicles using a 36-spline input shaft, O-ring hose ports, and the specified port thread sizes.

Key features

• Remanufactured steering gear box from Maval Remanufactured Gearbox
• Fits 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport
• Part number 98153M for application matching
• 4.0 to 4.3 total turns lock to lock
• Splined, grooved input shaft with 36 steering input shaft splines
• O-ring hose port type with M14 x 1.5 pressure port and M16 x 1.5 return port
• Three mounting holes for OE-style installation
• Standard pump rotation

Detailed description

Maval 98153M is a remanufactured steering gearbox for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport, covering 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 model years. The unit is specified with a 1.38-inch output shaft diameter, a 0.65-inch input shaft diameter, and a 36-spline steering input shaft, helping ensure the replacement matches the original steering system layout. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 27-8463 and MR403156 for the same application.

The Maval Remanufactured Gearbox line focuses on steering gear replacements that follow OE-style fitment details, including port style, thread size, shaft configuration, and mounting pattern. For buyers searching for a remanufactured steering gear box for Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2000-2004, part number 98153M provides the key specifications needed to verify the correct application before installation.

What this part helps address

• Excessive steering play or looseness
• Hard steering effort caused by worn internal gear components
• Fluid leakage at steering gear ports or seals
• Uneven or inconsistent steering response
• Noise or binding from a worn steering gearbox

Installation notes and tips

Verify the vehicle’s steering gear configuration before installation, including the 36-spline input shaft, O-ring hose ports, M14 x 1.5 pressure port thread, and M16 x 1.5 return port thread. Confirm the mounting hole count and pump rotation match the original unit on the vehicle. After installation, the steering system should be inspected, filled, and bled according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality assurance

This remanufactured steering gearbox is built as a replacement component for the specified Mitsubishi Montero Sport applications and is identified for fitment by part number 98153M. The remanufactured format is intended to provide a serviceable steering gear replacement that matches the listed OE-style dimensions and connection points.