Mitsubishi Galant

sebring95 · September 2002

You could call them and ask, they'd probably know better than anyone. Usually, aftermarket parts aren't covered for more more than a year.

vadim_st · September 2002

Thanks to everybody who responded to the warranty question. I think I did not make some things clear in the first place: the new headlight was an original factory item; the misalignment was not a result of incorrect installation, but was caused by a bad reflector inside the assembly, and could not be fixed by the normal alignment of the lens (to be more specific, while the low beam was OK, the high beam aimed down, and there is no separate alignment for them, only for the entire assembly). So, what I needed was a fix to an internal lens problem, not the mounting or alignment. That problem came with the new Mitsu lens, which had a warranty, and I did honestly expect the dealer to fix or replace it. If the rules do not let them, fine.

My worry is, as I said, the potential problem in a hypothetical situation when one authorized dealer makes a warranty repair, and the other refuses to revisit it if the part or labor fail (that's what the cust. service told me).

lngtonge18 · September 2002

The customer service rep was correct partially. If a part fails due to improper installation or sloppy work, it is the responsibility of the dealer that messed it up to fix the problem. This makes sense because how do they know you weren't responsible for replacing the part improperly and breaking it? However, if the part fails due to a manufacturer defect, any dealer is required to honor the warranty and replace the faulty part. So, the warranty can be denied by one dealer for bad labor at another dealer, but they cannot deny warranty work for a bad part that was replaced under warranty by another dealer. If warranty work is denied due to the former, you have to get in touch with the manufacturer and get reimbursed for the repair.

Here's an example: Someone in the Hyundai Elantra forum went to a dealer while on vacation to get his oil changed. The mechanic notified him that the last person who changed his oil (the dealer in his hometown) stripped the oil pan threads and the pan would need to be replaced in order to put the drain plug back in. The dealer refused to warranty the oil pan since they didn't damage it and charged him $400. He took the situation up with Hyundai, who agreed it was covered under warranty and reimbursed him for the repair cost.

vadim_st · September 2002

lngtonge18, thanks for in-depth reply. In other words, authorized dealers are not part of the company, and should be treated as contractors, not representatives, right? Somehow the idea of a blanket coverage on parts and labor seems logical, still.

The above Hyundai example is a good test: did the company take responsibility for the bad labor (stripping the thread), or for a bad part (oil pan, which was originally OK) as a good gesture? It is a question of principle, because it shows to where the company vs. dealer responsibility extends. I wonder if different manufacturers have different arrangements with their dealers in this regard.

lngtonge18 · September 2002

I believe Hyundai reimbursed him based on bad labor on the part of the dealer. Since he took the car to an authorized dealer to have an oil change done, Hyundai was required to warranty the work of its "factory" technicians since the car was under factory warranty. Now, had the car been out of warranty, the dealer would have been responsible and probably would have fixed it if it was proven to be their fault. Conversely, had a quick oil lube place done the damage while under factory warranty, than Hyundai probably would have replaced it as a good will gesture.

You are correct in saying that the dealer is not part of the company. They are separate entities with contracts to sell specific models.

ultratech · September 2002

Does anyone know the 1-800# you call for Roadside Assistance in case you get a flat tire or something of that nature?
I've been looking thru the Owners Manual and it's not there.

Thanks.

joathlete · September 2002

The # is 1800-800-6868

fm2279 · September 2002

Hello, all. I own a 2000 Galant ES (4cyl). So far, the car has been very reliable, and I've put over 30000 miles on it since I bought it. One thing I have noticed is the lack of aftermarket parts for this car. The only things I have found for the current Galant are springs (which are actually for the V6 model). Has ANYONE had better luck than this? I am interested in larger brake rotors, suspension mods, clear corner lenses, etc. Is it possible to order JDM parts from a distributor here in the U.S.?

sebring95 · September 2002

www.thegalantcenter.com

more mods than you can imagine

joathlete · September 2002

I am replacing my galant factory speakers in the rear 6x9 size
wondering how to remove top part to get to speaker in the back seat area
thx

sebring95 · September 2002

Assuming it's a '99-'02, you take the seat cushion out (has plastic pulls on the front), then you unbolt the back cushion. Then you can unbolt the rear dash. It's not overly fun, but not that difficult either.

joathlete · September 2002

Hey sebring95

It's a 99 galant
Can you elaborate a little more and about how long would this take can I do alone or will i need help. I also want to replace front speakers.
Where is the best place in Manhattan to get them
thxs

sebring95 · September 2002

Sorry, was a little short on time before. Plus I don't remember exactly how it went! But here goes: There are two tabs on the bottom seat cushion down behind where your ankles would be if you were sitting in the seat. Pop those tabs and the bottom seat cushion just pulls out. This will reveal a few bolts that hold the back seat-cushion in place. Once those are out, I believe you just push up on the seat back and it comes loose. That leaves you with the back dash cover, which I believe has some plastic tabs, a couple screws, and the window brake light. Once you get all that apart, the rear parcel shelf should come out revealing the speakers. I had no clue how to get to them, but I would guess it only took about 15 minutes to get everything pulled out and to the point you could start removing speakers. I've done this stuff before though, but never on a Galant. Shouldn't need any help, the seat cushions weigh nothing. No idea on the fronts, but my guess is there will be tabs on the outside edges of the doors and some screws in the armrests/door handle area. It's very easy to screw up the doors as most have some very difficult to reach clips etc. Again, I've never done a Galant but have done my fair share of other vehicles (and have broken plenty of clips!).

I'm not from NY, but I've dealt with some shops located in that area. I've bought from Smile Photo/Video and they've always treated me right. If I remember correctly, they are right off broadway, around 30th. Only been to their shop once, but have bought from them through the mail a few times. Lots of places in your area to shop around!

cayennered1 · September 2002

My 99 Galant ES V6 goes off lease in November and I was hoping to buy the vehicle as I have been very satisfied with it.

Everything I have read recently indicates that because of the weakness in the used car market leasing companies are taking huge hits on off lease vehicles with the average loss in the area of $2700. For that reason it has been suggested that leasing companies are highly motivated to sell vehicles to the leasees at below residual prices so that they can avoid the process of refurbishment and resale as well as a financial hit. Therefore, I was shocked when I approached Mitsubishi Leasing the other day and was told flat out that if I want to buy the car they are 100% non-negotiable off the residual price. Since the Customer Service rep I spoke to didn't even know what I was talking about and had to speak to a supervisor I thought I would double check this. I spoke to the Finance Manager at the dealer where I leased and he confirmed this. He even commented that he has leased 3 Mitsubishi vehicles in a row and tried to get them to sell to him below the residual and they refused.

Obviously the company has the right to insist on the residual (it's in the contract afterall) but it's hard for me to believe that Mitsubishi is doing that much better on resale than virtually every other manufacturer that they can afford to be so hard nosed. Afterall, these aren't Lexus'.

It's left me with a bit of a bad taste and now I have to decide whether I still want a buyout (at $10,800) or I start looking for another car which I really don't want to do. I just thought I'd inform this board of Mitsubishi's policy in this regard should anyone else be contemplating the same thing.

cayennered1 · September 2002

I just checked resale values on my 99 ES V6 on Edmunds and they don't encourage me to go through with a buy of my car off lease. Residual is around $10,800 which is about what dealer retail is. Wholesale (trade in) is only about $8300 and private sale around $9600. It seems to me with my wanting to sell the vehicle 12-24 months after I buy it I would probably take a pretty good hit trading in or selling privately.

This plus potential repair costs is probably enough to make me move on to a new vehicle.

Still doesn't make sense to me that the company would rather take this vehicle back, refurbish and try and resell in a weak used car market when they could never have to see the car if they were willing to knock a grand or so off the residual buyout.

sebring95 · September 2002

it's possible they made their money in other ways on the lease sales and therefore the residual isn't an accurate display of their true financial position. High money factors, reduced incentives on the front-end, arrangements with insurance companies, etc. etc. They aren't going to spend much money on turning the car around. Mostly likely it will go straight to in auction as-is. Some transportation charges or possibly sell it for wholesale to the dealer where you turn it in.

cayennered1 · September 2002

I'm no expert on leasing company finances but I have read numerous articles about how badly they are being hit in this used car market. It's hard to imagine Mitsubishi is immune to this.

To make matters even more bizzare I called Mitsubishi about the possibility of extending the lease another year (certainly an opportunity for Mitsubishi to make some more money off this vehicle) and was told "Mitsubishi does not extend leases". This is contrary to the general market as I know for a fact that a friend just recently extended on a Camry and I know others who have extended on Accords. I'm scratching my head. It seems Mitsubishi will do just about whatever it takes to discourage me from remaining a customer. I've got 5 weeks to look for a new vehicle so I don't feel terribly rushed. Nevertheless, I'm still disappointed that I'm basically forced to dispose of a car I would really like to keep.

lawman1967 · September 2002

Not trying to defend them or anything, but its the contract, and they probably see deviating from it as more of a liability than any increase in term or decrease in residual would afford them. In other words, they don't want to bother with it. Chances are, such situations come up so seldom that it just isn't worth their while.

cayennered1 · September 2002

I'm not sure how seldom these situations come up. Afterall, many leasing companies charge a disposition fee to the leasee if you don't buy the car at lease end. Admittedly Mitsubishi does not but given the economy I would think many people who are satisfied with their lease car wouldn't mind buying it used to keep expenses down.

cayennered1 · October 2002

Well Mitsubishi did not disappoint me. First they refused to budge on a buy of my Galant even as used car prices continue their free fall. Then they refused to consider an extension of my lease despite my efforts to convey to them how much I liked the car. Well that wasn't enough. Today was my lease inspection. Not only does my car have $500 worth of brand new tires (two months old) but I added after market alloy wheels to a car that was sold to me with nothing but cheesey wheel covers. Forget about the fact that the car is still stunning to look at with gliistening paint. The inspection revealed what the inspector described as "excess wear and tear". What pray tell is that? Well Mitsubishi only allows for 3 miniscule door dings per panel and horror of horrors I had five. Forget about the fact that they are practically invisible and you need a microscope to see them. That will be $125 please. What a joke. This is just another way to ripoff the customer. I can assure you that I will not be paying this $125. Not when I've put a thousand dollars worth of vehicle enhancements into this car that Mitsubishi gets the advantage of.

It seems that corporate America is always looking for a way to squeeze a few more dollars out of the poor consumer. My credit card company tells me that If I'm a day late on a payment I must pay a $29 penalty. I figure 20% of people are a day or two late. A few million people at $29 and your friendly credit card company has pocketed an extre hundred million or so. Unreal.

anonymousposts · October 2002

Maybe you should get some cheapo Pep Boys or Walmart tires with some hubcaps for your car and keep the rims. As for the dings, you can have them removed on your own for $40 a piece. have two removed and it will only cost you $80.

As for the credit cards .... that's why you have a choice of what companies to use. And with online payment you shouldn't be late anyways.

lngtonge18 · October 2002

The experience above is exactly why I refuse to lease even though I love to get a new car every 2-3 years.

fm2279 · October 2002

Okay, I need some serious help here. I'm on the NOPI website looking to buy the Ground Control coil-overs, but, which one to buy? One description says "for Koni shocks on rear" while the description for the other identical coil-overs says "for stock/Sachs/Boge shocks."

Will the first set of coil-overs only allow Konis on the rear, or can I use Konis all around? I assume the second description means I can use either stock, Sachs, or Boge shocks all around.

I called the customer service number and the guy told me I could use the coil-overs (which use Eibach springs) with stock shocks all around and have no problem. This didn't sit too well with me because I've seen aftermarket performance springs DESTROY factory shocks!

Has anyone tried the Ground Control kit, and if so, what shocks are you using? Any help would be greatly appreciated...

patelvijayc · November 2002

I have 96 galant, have 71K just got problem with engine light came on. Checked with Auto zone it showed Idle Position sensor malfunction. We replaced throttle position sensor, the problem still on did not go away. The check engine light stays on. Only problem is when A/C is turned on the rpm goes too low 200/250. Anybody have similar problem, Please post.

sebring95 · November 2002

The throttle position sensor is different from the idle position sensor. Probably have to get that one from the dealer. It's a "speed-up" motor to keep the idle up when things like the AC come on.

wgr · November 2002

I just read (TheCarConnection.com) that the 04 model is coming out earlier than planned - Spring of 03. Does anyone know if this is a major re-design and where there might be pictures ?

wgr · November 2002

Does Mitsubishi have a web site ?

joathlete · November 2002

http://www.edmunds.com/future/2004/mitsubishi/galant/4drsedan/photo_1.html

doan_nvb · November 2002

I've just bought used Mitsubishi Galant ES V6 2000 priced $10K. When i changed my headlights bulbs with Piaa Super Plasma GT bulbs, i unplugged the battery... then my car's audio systems haven't worked... it asked for security code...
'cause it's used car, so i don't have security code card that was sent to previous owner. I contacted to Mitsubishi dealer and they said they would charge me $78...
Is anyone have that code, pls send it to me...

Thanks....

anonymousposts · November 2002

Did you pull out the ashtray and look in the glove box to see if the previous owner put the sticker in the car? If you purchased it from a dealer see if they can get it for you or if you went private party contact them and see if they have it.

doan_nvb · November 2002

i tried all but haven't got the answer yet... bty, do you know if the code of Mitsubishi ES V6 2002's code will work with mine?...

anonymousposts · November 2002

The code is specific to your stereo.

riptide · November 2002

Supposedly the picture was taken at a private showing in Vegas...

http://www.evolutionm.net/gallery/data/502/1evo83.jpg

(at the risk of sounding obvious, it's the one in the background)

marcin · November 2002

it looks like the Outlander, look at the nose job :-)
also, i think it is 2005 not 2004 (according to evolutionm.net website) but then again, edmunds is showing 2004 spy photos. i'm confused?

my '99 ES just passed 77k mark. will it reach 100k? i hope so! :-)

fushigi · November 2002

That 04/05 model .. I think the new nose style works really well on SUVs (I like the Outlander's looks) but I'm not convinced that I like it on a sedan. Need more photos or to see one in person.

Marcin - Congrats on your 77K. My 99 LS just turn 68K the other day. I just experienced warped rotors for the 1st time & had the discs resurfaced. My guess is when I got new tires at NTB back in July they overtightened the lugs.

fm2279 · December 2002

What the heck is that monstrosity?!!! Looks like the car has a BEAK! If that's the direction Mitsubishi is planning to take with the new Galant, I'll hold on to my "old" 2000 ES, thank you very much...

fastalt · December 2002

"very strange item..My daughter has a 1999 Galant ES 4 cylinder(bought new in 1999). She has 52k miles on it. She has had the oil changed at Mitsubishi and at Sears many times. I changed her oil and filter on Saturday. I don't think anyone ever changed the oil filter on this car even though she paid for it every change. The oil filter I removed was a Mitsubishi oil filter, number MD752072(MFS087 also on the filter),even though her last change was from Sears. I had purchased a Purolator filter from Straus Stores a week ago in anticipation of this change. When I removed the filter from the car I noticed it was significantly larger than the one I had purchased. I assumed Straus had given me the wrong one. When I returned it they told me it was the correct one for a 4 cylinder and the one I removed from the car(which I showed them) was for a six cylinder. The store manager said Mitsubishi probably put a six cylinder oil filter mounting on the 4 cylinder engine and that's why the filter was a six cylinder filter. I have never heard of anything like this and exchanged the 4 cyl filter for the 6 cyl filter(purolater L14459) and installed it on the car. I need your help to understand what the real story is and if I have the right filter now on the car. Also is there anyway I can determine(serial number?) if the oil filter I removed from the car is the one that was installed at the factory as I suspect. I never tried the smaller filter on the car so I do not know if it would have fit, but the guy at Straus told me it would have not fit. sorry for the long note but this is so wierd...thanks ";

marcin · December 2002

have you looked at the automatic transmission filter? i am very curious if that filter was mistaken with the oil. they look very similar from what i can recall.

i would also call the mitsu dealer and verify the oil filter numbers (mfg).

then i would call sears and ask them what type of oil filter was installed and "show me where"

let us know the progress of your trouble.

good luck.

traderjane · December 2002

I'm getting rid of my current ride, a '99 Toyota Camry, and getting back to the Mitsu Galant. Going for the ES V6.

Just wondering if anyone owns one out there and may have any words of wisdome or encouragement to share with me. Thanks.

bbf65 · December 2002

had an ES-V6. '01 though and not '03.
very reliable and really smooth running.
my ex-room mate has an '02 GTZ and loves it.
no problems with his either.

hope that helps.

thanks.

anonymousposts · December 2002

Mitsubishi cut some weird things out in 2003 for cost savings. You no longer get a valet key, ABD is not standard with the V6 anymore, no more locking glovebox, and no more lighter. If you need any of these things you might want to find a leftover 2002 Galant.

sebring95 · December 2002

I would advise against buying one new. I bought a new '01 ES V6 totally loaded 18 months ago and put less than 9K miles on it. I'm trying to sell it now and it is worthless. The car is excellent and we're perfectly happy with it, it's just an extra car that doesn't get driven enough to justify keeping it. I would really advise you look for a very slightly used one and skip the deals they offer on new ones. No way possible can the interest/no payment gimicks add up to the $9,000 you can save by buying one with 10K miles on it.

I didn't really know much about Mitsubishi when we bought ours, except we were looking for a new V6 Camry (had three others) and couldn't find one equipped the way we wanted. Stumbled across the Galant which was perfect so we bought it. Even with their good prices up front ($2500 less than a Camry) and the rebates/financing it's a total rip on resale. I'm going to be lucky to get $14,000 for this vehicle that stickerd at $23,500 new. I sold one of my Camrys for nearly that much and it was five years old with 50K miles.

I like everything about the Galant V6's but the only way I'll own another is off the used lot. They can keep their gimmick new sales deals as it just continually drives their resale into the ground. I know the used market is flooded right now, but my research shows this is not a new thing for Mitsubishi's.

anonymousposts · December 2002

sebring95: You have a good point. Used 01-02 Galant ES 4 cylinders can be had for $13-$13.9 while a V6 will only add $500-$1000 to that price. So if you are looking for the cheapest route definitely do the math between used and new at 0.%

cxshortie · December 2002

I bought an 02 last year, now dealerships here in South NJ are selling leftover 02's for 12,600!

sebring95 · December 2002

Those might be the asking prices but that's not what they are selling for. A lot depends on the option packages but the basic 2001-2002 "rental" 4cyl can be bought for well under $10,000 with under 20K miles on it. I have a friend that has a dealership and he pulled the auction sheets for me. 2002 4cyl's with 20K miles are selling for around $8,000 at the auction. That's about inline with what I've been watching on ebay. Examples:

Ebay Item # 1873803686

Ebay Item # 1874305610

No V6's have gone through the auctions so the only thing I have to go on is KBB private party value which puts mine at $14,400 and similar V6's on ebay have been going for around $12,000-$14,000. Examples:

Ebay Item # 1873883129

Ebay Item # 1873567334

Basically the price difference when new is about the same used. V6 package adds about $1500 plus figure in the other option differences. I've noticed V6 models seem to get a lot more attention on ebay so I may just stick mine on there. Going to take a beating one way or another, might as well make it quick.

anonymousposts · December 2002

I was going by the prices of a no-haggle car dealer that has bunches of Galants on their lot. They can definitely be had for cheaper and it looks like I gave them too much credit.

ultratech · January 2003

I would comment that a Galant is worth it's money if you plan to keep it for a while... The depreciation for the first couple of years is just as bad as any Ford.

I bought my 2000 Es in Dec of 1999.. Now I only have 21,000 miles on it, and still performs like new. I hope It'll stay that way for years to come.

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www.thegalantcenter.com

anonymousposts · January 2003

Good news. Mitsubishi is offering all remaining 2002 & 2003 Galants with a 7 year/70,000 mile powertrain warranty.

pc2mac · January 2003

I have a 2001 Galant LS V6 that I bought back in November 2000. So far, it still drives great. My front brakes squeak a lot though but, other than that, I haven't had any other problems.

Resale value does drop like a rock.

fushigi · January 2003

99 LS V6 purchased Feb 99.

Tires, the battery, a couple of light bulbs, and a brake job are about the only wear items I've replaced. I've done oil changes every 3ishK miles and had the scheduled maint done every 15K. The car has yet to let me down. I still love the interior and feel the car provides great bang for the buck as long as you'll be keeping it a few years.

Mitsubishi Galant

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