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6UE5T
post Nov 16 2012, 07:36 PM

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No lah, just go ahead. Modifications that can void warranty are those that interfere with the technical aspects of the vehicle, like engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes, and electrical mods. If you still want to modify those, then better get bolt-on/plug & play stuff which you can easily take off and return back to std if got problem, so that it's difficult for the service center to detect your mods.
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post Nov 16 2012, 08:52 PM

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QUOTE(Optiplex330 @ Nov 16 2012, 08:13 PM)
changing to a different size tires/rim will even if the overall diameter remains the same. using after market air filter like K&N will.
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Yeah cuz they can make an argument that technically you've changed the car spec. If the rims are heavier, then it increases the unsprung weight, hence makes the brakes and suspension work harder, so if they got broken sooner, then they can argue it's due to your after market rims. Air filter of course also can easily argue to cause your engine damage by taking in more dirt/dust.
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post Nov 16 2012, 10:14 PM

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QUOTE(MR_alien @ Nov 16 2012, 09:21 PM)
the simple rule is
add = no void warranty
replace = void warranty(of that part only)
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Well if you add piggy back ECU, turbo/supercharger, or nitrous oxide, it will definitely still void the warranty big time! smile.gif
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post Nov 16 2012, 10:40 PM

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QUOTE(azfar_azhar @ Nov 16 2012, 10:18 PM)
Okayy
Add spoiler no void warranty.
Nice to know..
So, I have already change the car filter to K&N filter. Will this void the warranty?


Added on November 16, 2012, 10:20 pm

So, I cannot change my radio la kan?
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Yes KNN filter might be argued to void engine warranty so better be careful I suggest when yuo go for regular service, you use back the original filter so they won't know.

Radio or head unit is ok as long as plug & play and no wire cutting. Most audio shops can do this using adaptor sockets, so should not be a problem.
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post Nov 17 2012, 11:08 AM

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QUOTE(azfar_azhar @ Nov 17 2012, 08:08 AM)
I have a single radio.
And i have to change the whole radio casing so that the double din can fit into single din.
Will this affect the warranty?
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No, should not if your radio is plug & play with sockets in terms of wiring connections. The cosmetic change of the casing is fine as it does not have anything to do with the technicality of the vehicle electrical.

 

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