naz,Mar 20 2005, 03:59 PM Wrote:i think anytime you modify your vehicle you are taking a chance as to whether warranty will or will not cover you.. its really up to the dealers' discretion i think whenever there is any type of modification involved
i personally didn't start to mod until the warranty was up
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It's only up to the dealers discretion to a certain extent.
If a dealer ever tells you your warranty is void due to a certain part, ask for it in writing!
I was told my MAFS was void at 20,000kms because of a K&N filter. I said "sure thing, can I get that in writing please?". Instead, they just replaced it.
I've got tons of mods, and also purchased the extended warranty. Parts that alter a certain part of the car obviously void the warranty.
It also comes down to the fact whether or not you have a good relationship with the dealer.
I've been told my brake rotors were a "ware item" and I'd have to pay for them out of my pocket. Went to a different dealer in a different city - sure no problem, thats covered under warranty.
Unfortuntaely there isn't much consistency between Ford dealers when it comes down to warranty related items due to aftermarket parts. If you have a friend in the service/parts department, that could help you out big time.