Check the front floor area beneath the floor-mats for moisture, as the side-sill or upper-dashboard areas could be sealed incorrectly and allow water to enter the cabin. This could potentially corrode an electrical connector which operates important features.
There were recalls to rectify these problems, and your local dealership should be able to inform you if the work was performed.
Be sure to check for proper operation of the air- conditioning, as the pressure switch is known to be a problem area. On the same note, ensure that the climate control temperature selector knob turns freely and works properly, as it could malfunction due to a worn part inside of the dashboard.
If you're considering an Outlander with the automatic transmission, accelerate gently and then quickly while listening to the shifts. Any questionable noises, lagging or slipping should be questioned. Shuddering between 65 and 80 km/h could be a sign that the transmission fluid needs to be changed.
In all, the problems are very minor in exchange for the affordable all-season utility the Outlander offers. 'Laura B', an Outlander owner and member of various online automotive forums, sums up the typical ownership experience.
" Excellent car. Best I've ever had. NO problems with anything, starts great, great on gas...Had it new since 04 all I did was change the oil every 3,000 miles on it, very little maintenance otherwise."
Common owner complaints deal with a lack of steering wheel mounted audio controls, a small centre arm rest, unavailability of a sunroof on lower end models, and wimpy performance. Some owners report hesitation about their purchase due to a patchy dealer network and un-proven long-term reliability data.
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| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander |
There were recalls to rectify these problems, and your local dealership should be able to inform you if the work was performed.
Be sure to check for proper operation of the air- conditioning, as the pressure switch is known to be a problem area. On the same note, ensure that the climate control temperature selector knob turns freely and works properly, as it could malfunction due to a worn part inside of the dashboard.
If you're considering an Outlander with the automatic transmission, accelerate gently and then quickly while listening to the shifts. Any questionable noises, lagging or slipping should be questioned. Shuddering between 65 and 80 km/h could be a sign that the transmission fluid needs to be changed.
In all, the problems are very minor in exchange for the affordable all-season utility the Outlander offers. 'Laura B', an Outlander owner and member of various online automotive forums, sums up the typical ownership experience.
" Excellent car. Best I've ever had. NO problems with anything, starts great, great on gas...Had it new since 04 all I did was change the oil every 3,000 miles on it, very little maintenance otherwise."
Common owner complaints deal with a lack of steering wheel mounted audio controls, a small centre arm rest, unavailability of a sunroof on lower end models, and wimpy performance. Some owners report hesitation about their purchase due to a patchy dealer network and un-proven long-term reliability data.
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| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander |