Mitsubishi Triton ??

Does the 5 Year Mitsubishi Warranty cover this..? I have read reports of the rear chassis issue however the vehicles had been modified and warranty refused.? Correct me if I am wrong, just going by a very vague memory.!

All warranty has been declined due to suspension upgrades as the vehicle has been modified. I was going to buy one but I am having second thoughts as I tow a camper trailer, not a heavy one but still. I am looking at the VW Amarok or possibly a pajero. I have to submit that one day the 80 series will have to go.

Hasn't it been only when airbags have been added?
Would this also effect other makes that are leaf spring.
Has the same happened to Tritons if extra leafs have been added?

Honky

There has been one instance of this and it was fitted with a camper that had a lot of weight behind the axle and had airbags. There have also been instances of Navara's doing it and many GU Patrols.

All duel cab utes will do it especially if they have airbags fitted

All our 1t utes including Triton have had an extra leaf added from new. No issue with warranty on any of the brands.

pepper2 : can you elaborate please on the want go where a patrol will go !!
as i to are looking at one , like the power but i'm hoping to get 3.2 t/d ' thanks

Nick, as said it wont go where a patrol will go, hands down the patrol will win due to coil sprung live axle front and back, ground clearance, and this is before you lift the patrol and add lockers (best standard LSD in the business). over hang front and back on the triton is a killer especially the rear and more so if you have a towbar. They were not built like a patrol, more as a tradies ute but with the ability to go off road and be able to tow and be built as an on road off road tourer and for carrying loads. The motor in the triton, like the pajeros is a pearler (just my opinion) great torque, good on fuel and comfortable. If your looking at wanting some thing to keep up with your mates in patrols or live axle cruisers with lifts then a triton is not for you. dont get me wrong they are very capable and especially with the optional rear diiff lock but not in the league of patrols or cruisers..............

Thanks for the reply: I take you point on the hang up at the rear ,I was looking at a patrol ute 1st but had a drive of the triton & was surpised how well they go . I could buy a new triton for the some sort of money as s/h patrol .its the front end set up, live v ifs making the big difference hmm !!! But with fuel economy & the weight of the triton is the thing !!! and its a work vehicle 80 % & play 20% . In regards to keeping up with the mates i have anther toy (v8 cruiser) but the cheese&kisses doz'nt like me stuffing with it .

saw pictures of that vehicle and was madness. Any vehicle would break with the load where it was positioned.

we have a large fleet of utes. Tritons lowest warranty claims, lowest cost on servicing. Mitsubishi fixed price servicing is a winner if travelling. Highest service cost Hilux followed by Colorado. Highest warranty claims Mazda and Navara.

When the diesels are serviced, make sure the valve clearances are done and the gaskets replaced every 30,000km's as per the service schedule. Many service depts. do not do them as it is involved and time consuming. However I have heard of many engine warranty claims being refused as Mitsubishi now want to see proof that this has been carried out before they will pay. I work in a Mitsubishi service dept.

HappyTravellers, So has this neglect to valve adjustment led to some sort of engine falure with the tritons?... Just asking out of curiosity.


Cheers Axle.

I just searched NewTritonNet forum, the place that knows EVERYTHING about Tritons.

Guess what?

No mention of anyone being refused warranty for engine damage because of not having tappets adjusted.

I can't see how it could happen provided the 30,000 service was done by a dealer and that dealer recommended not doing the adjustment as the tappets were not noisy.

I guess getting that statement in writing would be worthwhile.

Cheers Neil

The warranty declines that I'm aware of have been to do with oil leaks developing from rocker cover gaskets and other seals in that area which would normally have been replaced when the valve clearances are done. Mitsubishi will not pay warranty on these seals if they have not been previously replaced at the recommended service intervals.

Never heard or seen of any valve issues on 3.2l or 2.5l. The Mitsubishi dealer we get our fleet serviced keeps us well up to date on any issues. If there is an issue with anything we want it attended to prior to anything happening.

They Are Good Mate, But their depreciation rate is something to have a close look at!,

Cheers Axle.

so you pay $6k more for a SoftLoLux because you may get $1k more at trade in.
It is all relative.

Siringo, the triton will serve you well for what you have mentioned above and your intended uses. My neighbour across the road just bought a new one, he said at the moment its slightly thirstier then the terracan diesel he just traded but heaps more comfortable, silly buggar didnt know about the rear diff lock option so now is getting one fitted by ARB at nearly 3 times the price. Why mitsi didnt try and upsell him the optional lock suprises me, usually they try and sell you every option possible....................

I'm going to seriously look at the locker. Does anyone know if you can get it fitted to the front??

Hi there Siringo, yes I believe the rear factory locker is a $750 option, here is a link for ARB doesnt say wether it is for the front or rear ?? Regards Steve

Factory locker is for the rear only