Rear axle replaced under warranty; new axle within specs
Rear axle replaced under warranty; alignment is still off
Waiting for warranty replacement axle
Axle temporarily or permanently aligned with DIY fix
Rear alignment inspected & deemed within specs by dealer
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 49.6 mpg (US) ... 21.1 km/L ... 4.7 L/100 km ... 59.5 mpg (Imp)
That's an interesting alignment printout...
I'm not sure we've see one that just has "total toe" for the rear but it doesn't show you the left and right toe readings. Either way, you have a problem and it's really taking a toll on your rear tires. I'm assuming you have never rotated your tires before?
Good luck and let us know what happens. Post your actual rear alignment numbers if you can get the printout from your dealer.
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 52.2 mpg (US) ... 22.2 km/L ... 4.5 L/100 km ... 62.6 mpg (Imp)
I rotated them once at 7.5k miles and replaced them with snows at 15k. The "original" rear tire doesn't look so bad since I moved it up front.
My dealer doesn't do alignments in-house but since I brought them my printout and showed them the tires, I guess they didn't need to send it out to confirm the obvious. It took a little convincing and a phone call but sure enough I'll be getting a new rear axle sometime in the next week or two.
Thanks to everyone ahead of me who made this process easier. I would recommend anyone who thinks their alignment is off to get it checked for free somewhere before bringing it to the dealer. I feel like going in with evidence is better than saying "maybe something's wrong" and giving them the upper hand in the situation.
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 42.7 mpg (US) ... 18.1 km/L ... 5.5 L/100 km ... 51.2 mpg (Imp)
They said about a week before they get the axle, and then 2-3 hours to replace it. Just in time to put my new summer wheels on without destroying them
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage DE 1.2 manual: 42.7 mpg (US) ... 18.1 km/L ... 5.5 L/100 km ... 51.2 mpg (Imp)
Okay so here are the sheets on our new SE hatchbacks. 2017
They said they adjusted the wine reds front.
Both cars go down the road well, although mine is the black one and I only took a quick drive in the wifes wine red.
I asked for color and they said the printer only prints black and white. I can tell though just the front of the red one was red. But I talked to the tech who had them on the rack and he said no issues.
I asked if he's seen misaligned ones and he said he had.
Just took my car for an alignment check at an independent shop. It may be important to note that my car was absolutely empty at the time of the alignment. I've read the specs can get worse in the rear as weight is added.
Mine is a 2014 DE manufactured 10/18/2013 that I bought used with around 53,000 miles. I think there is about 54,000 miles on it now. Had brand new tires when I bought it which made me suspicious that my car may have the infamous rear axle problem.
In my opinion, the results are mixed. My car is not out of the range, but it is very very close to the end of the range. Do you think I could get a new rear axle out of this? If I could, do you think it's worth my time to take it to the dealer? I'm not sure how these rear tow and camber values will affect my tire wear. Even with the slightly left pointing front end, the car has no noticeable steering problems.
Front Left
Camber: -0.5
Caster: 4.3
Toe: -0.07
Front Right
Camber: -0.5
Caster: 4.1
Toe: 0.11
Front
Cross Camber: -0.1
Cross Caster 0.2
Total Toe: .04
Rear Left
Camber: -1.3
Toe: 0.27
Rear Right
Camber: -1.4
Toe: 0.24
Rear
Cross Camber: 0.1
Total Toe: 0.51
Thrust Angle: 0.02
I'd bet 95% of Mirages will need new tires by the time they have 50K miles, so I wouldn't necessarily read too much into that. Enasaves don't last that long...especially if they aren't rotated regularly.
It is extremely unlikely because by Mitsubishi's specifications, your axle is OK. Just keep an eye on your tire wear and rotate your tires regularly. Buy one of THESE and keep an eye on your tread.My car is not out of the range, but it is very very close to the end of the range. Do you think I could get a new rear axle out of this?
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View my fuel log 2015 Mirage ES 1.2 manual: 52.2 mpg (US) ... 22.2 km/L ... 4.5 L/100 km ... 62.6 mpg (Imp)
El Kapitan (04-06-2017)
When I had my 14 DE I had not issues. Is the 17 sedan affected by this?
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View my fuel log 2017 Mirage G4 ES CVT 1.2 automatic: 42.0 mpg (US) ... 17.9 km/L ... 5.6 L/100 km ... 50.4 mpg (Imp)
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View my fuel log 2014 Mirage ES 1.2 automatic: 37.6 mpg (US) ... 16.0 km/L ... 6.3 L/100 km ... 45.2 mpg (Imp)