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Does installing dual exhaust void warranty?

Does installing dual exhaust void warranty?

The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. Note that phrase, “most cases.” If your new system does not cause any damage to other components on the vehicle, then your warranty will be fine and remain intact.

Does putting an aftermarket exhaust void the warranty?

Although many dealers would have you think otherwise, simply having an aftermarket part or modifying your vehicle cannot void your warranty. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a dealer must prove that aftermarket equipment caused the need for repairs before it can deny warranty coverage.

Will cat-back exhaust void GM warranty?

A cat-back exhaust will void your power train warranty with GM but an axle-back system will not.

Does true duals void warranty?

Re: True Duals Void Warranty? You have to look at it from their perspective too though. The warranty covers the vehicle as it was when sold to you. Of course general maintenance will not void the warranty as long as approved parts or fluids are used.

Does exhaust increase HP?

Horsepower is calculated by multiplying torque by RPM. Therefore, if a new exhaust system adds just 10 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 RPM, that will result in a horsepower increase of 9.5 hp.

Will muffler delete void GM warranty?

Will muffler delete void that warranty? Well, No. With the Magnuson-Moss Warranty act, a muffler delete will not void the warranty of your car. For dealers to void your warranty, they must prove that the problem is directly caused by your modification.

Does Vance and Hines Power Duals void warranty?

They also can’t just void your warranty. If your radio goes out, it’s covered. Unless they can prove your mod’s broke your bike you’re covered. yes.

Can you void the warranty on an aftermarket exhaust system?

However, if your vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, you might be a bit leery about installing an aftermarket exhaust for fear that it will void your warranty. Will it? The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. Note that phrase, “most cases.”

Can a Borla exhaust system void Your Warranty?

These systems will NOT void your factory warranty, some cars even have Borla systems as the OEM exhaust. In fact, it is illegal for a dealer to deny you the OE warranty because you have changed the exhaust system. If your vehicle manufacturer fails to honor emission/warranty claims, contact EPA at (202) 260-2080 or www.epa.gov .

Can a warranty be voided on a Harley Davidson?

For years, all Harley owners have been at risk of having a warranty voided for installing aftermarket exhaust, removing catalytic converters, or adding EFI tuners. Clearly, dealerships are not supposed to remove catalytic converters, but it’s fine to install new Vance & Hines or other aftermarket head pipes without them?

However, if your vehicle is still covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, you might be a bit leery about installing an aftermarket exhaust for fear that it will void your warranty. Will it? The truth of the matter is that adding an aftermarket exhaust system to your vehicle will not void your warranty in most cases. Note that phrase, “most cases.”

These systems will NOT void your factory warranty, some cars even have Borla systems as the OEM exhaust. In fact, it is illegal for a dealer to deny you the OE warranty because you have changed the exhaust system. If your vehicle manufacturer fails to honor emission/warranty claims, contact EPA at (202) 260-2080 or www.epa.gov .

How does a dealer void a warranty on a car?

The saving grace for consumers is the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act of 1975. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act states that a dealer must prove that aftermarket equipment caused the need for repairs before it can deny warranty coverage. However, if the reason for a parts failure is unclear, a dealer will usually charge you to diagnose the vehicle.

What happens after the warranty period on a Chevy?

Chevrolet is committed to ensuring satisfaction with your new vehicle. Your Chevrolet dealer also wants you to be completely satisfied and invites you to return for all your service needs, both during and after the warranty period.

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Ruth Doyle