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Old Dec 24, 2016 | 08:45 AM
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Factory Install error

Yesterday while installing the front fender liners on my truck, I noticed an installation error from the factory.

I noticed my passenger front coil rubber isolator is not completely sitting inside the coil. About 1/2 of the isolator is on top of the coil and getting smashed between the coil and the coil bucket.

It is an easy fix, but I am worried that the isolator may be damaged and have permanent damage, or even torn.

Should I just fix this myself or take it to the dealer?
Dealer is a hassle, but if it needs to be replaced, I want them to do it under warranty.
 
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Old Dec 24, 2016 | 09:10 AM
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Take it to them. It's one of the reasons I bought a new truck.
 
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Old Dec 24, 2016 | 09:31 AM
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Take it in
 
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Old Dec 24, 2016 | 09:55 AM
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Take it to them. It's one of the reasons I bought a new truck.
Me too. Apparently I bought a new truck to bring it to the dealer every two weeks.
 
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Me too. Apparently I bought a new truck to bring it to the dealer every two weeks.
Tell them you want a free wash and interior clean every time. Takes some of the sting out of the ordeal.
 
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Old Dec 24, 2016 | 01:59 PM
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When they're done tell them that you want the alignment checked.
 
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that happened on my 2012

But I Noticed before I left the lot..
 
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