warranties

[ADelagrange]

how far can I go with my mods before I void my warranty

 

[HallC]

If I remember right, in the owners manual it does not even allow you put in a high flow (K&N) air filter without voiding the warranty.

 

[DMcPherson]

filters that are oiled will void warranty. generally a dealer wont mind if you have an exhaust, as long as they arent super anal. other than that nothing. if you have a failure dont be surprised if they blame it on anything they can to get out of warranty

 

[seemore]

ANY PERFORMANCE WILL VOID your warranty!!! Do a SEARCH and you will find hours of reading!!!

 

[Bodie]

This is a very debatable subject that is asked everyday.



Honestly if you want your warrenty, dont mod it at all. You can try to sneek around it, but that is a risk you take.

 

[CTRice]

What about gauge set ups like the BD X-Monitor??

I have this modification ONLY. I do not an do not plan to have any other mods that are attached to any part of the drivetrain.



Do I have to prepare to do battle with some dealer or service rep. if I have any warranty work to do??



Thanks, Chuck

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2006 Laramie 3500 QC SB 4x4 48re

2001 Cardinal 28ft. Fiver

 

[Bob4x4]

filters that are oiled will void warranty.

Where did you read or hear that?



Bob

 

[Bob4x4]

http://www.mopar.com/m_perf_subcat2Check.jsp?SubSubSubGrpID=748&dummy5=1171254176293



Bob

 

[TRAMPLINEMAN]

I've had my oiled air filtered truck in twice to a dealer with no problems. Thanks, Bob!

 

[Regcabguy]

Norton anti-everything,'ya gotta love it!

http://www.mopar.com/m_perf_subcat2Check.jsp?SubSubSubGrpID=748&dummy5=1171254176293



Bob

My goofy Norton won't let this link come up so I guess it's a go with the oiled AFE's. Gracias Roberto.

 

[KennethS]

Even on 06 the wireing adding lights can mess your warranty

You just can't wire up lights like you use to on the new trucks. It can blow the computers also. Then it your baby. What ever you do you better first check with your dealer to see if it OK. I know this sound harsh but it true.

 

[ScottLewis]

The local Dodge dealer has K&N filters and recharge kits on display in the parts counter. But I guess that doesn't mean they won't violate your warranty.



Dan

 

[AMink]

From what I've seen on here, it is dependant on the dealer. Carson Dodge sells (and allows) cold air kits, new mufflers, and the Cool Blue Tube. There are miles of discussions on what affects what. For example, if you lift your truck, they shouldn't void the warranty if your power seat quits working, but they could very easily void your entire drivetrain because of the additional strain of larger tires, altered driveshaft angles, etc. Theoretically, they have to prove that the mod caused the failure, but in the real world you'll have to prove it didn't! If I'm going to gamble, it'll be at a casino where I know I'll lose, but can control how much! :-laf



BOB4X4, I can't open that link either. Can you check it and repost? Thanks!

 

[DrDiesel]

Warranty info on mods is vague at best. Factory warranty and aftermarket warranties are similar.

Larger tires, gages, lift kits, exhaust systems and cold air induction systems are done on a regular basis.

They can not void the warranty just because of this, but they can decline warranty repairs if related to the failure.

If you add a trans control, fuel control boxes etc. they CAN void your power train warranty.

Every dealer is different due to attitude/customer relation and perceived extent of truck/warranty abuse.

Some shops ignore what others may perceive as unacceptable.

For the most part they can not void a claim based on perception. They need reasonable doubt/cause a mod could have logically contributed to the failure.

So if you have a fueling box, trans problems and take it to the dealer for warranty, it`s most likely going to be denied...

If you have gages, oversize tires and a cold air induction system and the truck has A/C problems, it`s not going to be an issue.

Some dealers will repair ball joints under warranty with a lift kit and other will not. As an insurance/extended warranty inspector, I see this stuff everyday.

Some warranty companies allow 4% overall tire size change, other`s up to 10%. It all depends on the mods relation to/of or possible relation to/of the failure as perceived by the dealer/warranty company, your contract and legal limitations.

 

[Bob4x4]

Warranty info on mods is vague at best. Factory warranty and aftermarket warranties are similar.

Larger tires, gages, lift kits, exhaust systems and cold air induction systems are done on a regular basis.

They can not void the warranty just because of this, but they can decline warranty repairs if related to the failure.

If you add a trans control, fuel control boxes etc. they CAN void your power train warranty.

Every dealer is different due to attitude/customer relation and perceived extent of truck/warranty abuse.

Some shops ignore what others may perceive as unacceptable.

For the most part they can not void a claim based on perception. They need reasonable doubt/cause a mod could have logically contributed to the failure.

So if you have a fueling box, trans problems and take it to the dealer for warranty, it`s most likely going to be denied...

If you have gages, oversize tires and a cold air induction system and the truck has A/C problems, it`s not going to be an issue.

Some dealers will repair ball joints under warranty with a lift kit and other will not. As an insurance/extended warranty inspector, I see this stuff everyday.

Some warranty companies allow 4% overall tire size change, other`s up to 10%. It all depends on the mods relation to/of or possible relation to/of the failure as perceived by the dealer/warranty company, your contract and legal limitations.

May I ask what company you work for?



Bob

 

[DrDiesel]

May I ask what company you work for?



Bob

No... ... ... ... ... ... . :{

 

[Bob4x4]

No... ... ... ... ... ... . :{

Just curious,I deal with a few different svc contract companies... ... ... ... ... .



Bob

 

[Mopar4u]

Have had Tst on since new, had 3 injectors replaced and a high pressure pump and other little things. Have 50000 miles and now they denied warranty. pump leaks fuel onto wire harness they say it is not severe enough to replace. white smoke and miss is not enough evidence of injector to do 4hour test. want to trade but want me to repair first

 

[Dallyon2]

As a prior service writer in the local Dodge store, I agree with DrDiesel. With the right approach, the service dept. will try to help. Because the writers are paid more with customer pay work, as opposed to warranty, if given a good reason the writer will not go to bat for you. Remember there are some stores that add mods, when the truck is bought so the cost is included in the financing.

 

[DieselFiend]

Warranty info on mods is vague at best. Factory warranty and aftermarket warranties are similar.

Larger tires, gages, lift kits, exhaust systems and cold air induction systems are done on a regular basis.

They can not void the warranty just because of this, but they can decline warranty repairs if related to the failure.

If you add a trans control, fuel control boxes etc. they CAN void your power train warranty.

Every dealer is different due to attitude/customer relation and perceived extent of truck/warranty abuse.

Some shops ignore what others may perceive as unacceptable.

For the most part they can not void a claim based on perception. They need reasonable doubt/cause a mod could have logically contributed to the failure.

So if you have a fueling box, trans problems and take it to the dealer for warranty, it`s most likely going to be denied...

If you have gages, oversize tires and a cold air induction system and the truck has A/C problems, it`s not going to be an issue.

Some dealers will repair ball joints under warranty with a lift kit and other will not. As an insurance/extended warranty inspector, I see this stuff everyday.

Some warranty companies allow 4% overall tire size change, other`s up to 10%. It all depends on the mods relation to/of or possible relation to/of the failure as perceived by the dealer/warranty company, your contract and legal limitations.

Very well explaind Doc...