How many years is the warranty for the Pajero steering wheel?
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The steering gear follows the vehicle warranty, which is 3 years or 60,000 kilometers. Meaning of steering gear: Also known as the steering box, it is the most important component for the steering function of a car and a crucial guarantee for driving safety, with a precise internal structure. Steering systems configured in cars: They can be roughly divided into four categories: mechanical steering gear, mechanical hydraulic power steering system; one is the electro-hydraulic power steering system; another is the electric power steering system. Mechanical steering gears are more commonly used, and according to their structural characteristics, they can be divided into rack and pinion steering gears, recirculating ball steering gears, worm and roller steering gears, and worm and peg steering gears, etc.
When I bought the Pajero, I specifically researched the warranty. Parts like the steering wheel are covered under different conditions: Mitsubishi offers a 3-year or 100,000-km warranty for the entire vehicle, but issues like abnormal noise or stiffness when turning the wheel usually fall under the steering system warranty. Here’s the key point—the steering gear, as a core component, has a 5-year or 100,000-km warranty (whichever comes first), while the steering wheel frame and buttons, being interior parts, are only covered for 3 years. If the steering wheel has been modified, the manufacturer won’t cover it, so keep the modification shop’s receipt if you’ve made changes. It’s recommended to have the technician tighten the steering column screws during the first maintenance to prevent loosening and noise issues later on.
Last time I helped an old classmate with a Pajero steering wheel claim: the warranty period depends on the faulty part. For example, steering wheel heating failure is considered electronic equipment, with a warranty period matching the vehicle's 3-year coverage; but mechanical failures like steering gear oil leakage enjoy a 5-year warranty. Owners of older V93 models should pay special attention: clicking sounds from the steering column universal joint are a common issue - get it replaced while under warranty. Wrapping the steering wheel in genuine leather can affect airbag deployment, and such modifications will void the warranty entirely. After transferring ownership of a used car, remember to check the warranty transfer records - I've seen cases where the original owner's installation of a steering wheel LCD screen led to the steering system being denied warranty coverage.
