Warranty ?
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Warranty ?
Does putting on a lift kit VOID the warranty completely? I've heard that it just voids the parts that are effected by the lift kit. For example shocks, coil springs, lower control arms, bushings, swaybars and etc. Is that true? Need help!
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Not completely.
Only the parts associated with the lift can be voided. If the problem is a direct result of using the lift then the dealer can deny your warranty claim.
Eg. If your power window motor breaks he can't very well justify that the lift caused it. But if your ball joint gets toasted...well...
There are quite a few authorized dealers out there who install the lifts at their dealership. Maybe finding one of those places to do your work can set your mind at ease...
Only the parts associated with the lift can be voided. If the problem is a direct result of using the lift then the dealer can deny your warranty claim.
Eg. If your power window motor breaks he can't very well justify that the lift caused it. But if your ball joint gets toasted...well...
There are quite a few authorized dealers out there who install the lifts at their dealership. Maybe finding one of those places to do your work can set your mind at ease...
Tuned
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From: Madison, WI
Yes and no. Ford-man. Technically they have to proove that your modification caused the failure to void your warranty. BUT if you are running with tires that are larger than reccomended, they may say, "Well it clearly states in your manual that you should use ______ size tire..." and "find" a way to proove that your tire modification caused the problem... The same thought can be used when one fails to recalibrate thier speedometer after a tire increase or decrease in size. If you get clocked by a state trooper doing 5 or 10 faster than your speedometer says, it doesn't matter. They can then give you a citation for defective equipment. I found it is never better to try and blame your speedometer for the problem...
I personally think that on these first new gen f150's modifications should be left to a dealership or reputable shop. That way IF something goes wrong, you can pass the blame on to them, and maybe save you some ching.
MK
I personally think that on these first new gen f150's modifications should be left to a dealership or reputable shop. That way IF something goes wrong, you can pass the blame on to them, and maybe save you some ching.
MK
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