Mitsubishi Triton Problems

The warranty covers the car as it is delivered from the factory, any modification made to it after that can have affect it. It doesn't void the warranty completely, but it does affect the parts of the car that have been modified to fit the accessories. The bottom line is that if the accessory or its installation causes a failure on the car the warranty won't cover repairs.

While we often get reports of rapid brake wear, but have never had any about the Triton. You’ve obviously seen the pads and say they are not worn or discoloured, so I would be asking the dealer to justify the advice they’ve given you. One possibility is that they are glazed.

You should have walked away having seen the rust instead of going ahead and buying the car, but having bought it you’re in a bit of a pickle. You need to assemble all of the information about the car’s history that you can, and then consult an independent expert to get an opinion on the cause of the rust. It’s a little unfair on Mitsubishi to present them with a claim without any supporting documentation to back it.

No I don't think you are being unreasonable, the brake caliper should last for the life of the vehicle.

We asked Mitsubishi to investigate the problem and establish what is going on, and their initial advice was that it "sounds weird and should be checked" and that you should contact your nearest Mitsubishi dealer to do that. Depending on the outcome of that check you might be able to take it further with the company.

It’s a great feeling when having spent many tens of thousands of dollars you get treated badly by the dealer isn’t it. Thankfully it’s not the norm, but it does happen and it shouldn’t. If I were you I would be very angry that I have been sold a car that is faulty and I would demand a replacement car, or my money back if they couldn’t fix it within a reasonable time. A week or two should be enough to come up with a fix; a year or more is ludicrous. You need to stand up for your rights.

I’m surprised the dealer didn’t try and sell you a more powerful sound system! You could also check the firewall and make sure there are no gaps or openings that are letting the noise through. If there are seal them. Having made sure all is well there you could get some sound deadening material and apply under the floor covering on the firewall, floor and transmission tunnel.

The injectors used in all of these Japanese common-rail diesels wear and that's likely to be your problem. The only course of action is to replace them, as you have been advised.

You were poorly advised by the selling dealer, who should have taken more notice of what the vehicle would be used for and given you the option of upgrading the suspension if that was deemed necessary. It also appears that you have been poorly treated by Mitsubishi who should be looking to sort the problem out before they lose a customer. But poor old Mitsubishi, it seems, is doing it tough and can't afford five sets of new springs. Keep the pressure up.

They’re not required on utes. Triton GLX-Rs have one on centre of tailgate and have had since CR launch in 2006, but GLXs don't have one.