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    Steering alignment

    Does anyone happen to know how to adjust the rack and pinion steering column? I have put about 600 miles on my new 2017 mirage and have noticed while driving straight the steering wheel is turned slightly to the left. Not a huge problem just wanting to see if it is easy to center it without having to fully align all the wheels. As a cheapskate I did not purchase any warranties on the vehicle so I would rather not take it to the dealer. Thanks guys.

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    If I understand correctly, by the design of these cars, the steering wheel correction is done with an alignment.

    If you purchased your Mirage new you enjoy a bumper-to-bumper warranty that will include alignment. Present this as problem to your dealer service manager and they will perform a check and alignment as needed.

    Visit Mitsubishi's website, select Owners at the top of the page, create an account, and register your vehicle. There you can see more details about the coverage included, at no charge. There, you can also download manuals and other materials that can help you get the most out of your investment.

    Sometimes the crown of the road will cause the symptoms you are describing.

    In any case, an alignment is called for, and will be covered under the new car warranty. Be sure to take advantage of it as it will help your tires last as long as possible.

    Familiarize yourself with the Rear Wheel Misaligned? thread and understand that you may need to face a rear axle assembly replacement - also covered (under the 5 year 60,000 mile warranty.) It is in your best interest to get this done soon.

    I had my alignment checked at my first oil change, and it was discovered the rear axle was out of alignment. It was replaced, free of charge.

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    Thank you Eggman I will give them a call.

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    Definitely check out the info Eggman mentioned.

    Here's a video explanation of why your steering wheel might be off-center...

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    Kind of a long shot but check the tire pressure too.

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    You guys were spot on. Took it to the dealer this morning and they confirmed that the rear axel is bent. So they are ordering a new one. Looks like the 2017s are still having the rear axel problem.

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    Why isn't this resolved from the factory yet? I am seriously considering a g4 manual transmission, but I am leary of the Q/C. I read Mitsubishi sent some Japanese workers to the Thailand plant to assist in quality, but that was last year. I am looking into the g4 for lots of reasons. Price, Mitsubishi, warranty, cost to replace tires, and other maintenance. However I need trouble free transportation for quite some time. I hope this car can pull through.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ghee View Post
    I hope this car can pull through.
    If it's any assurance I think Mitsubishi has been good at honoring their warranty.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Eggman View Post
    If it's any assurance I think Mitsubishi has been good at honoring their warranty.
    Yah, that does mean a lot...
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    Why isn't this resolved from the factory yet? I am seriously considering a g4 manual transmission, but I am leary of the Q/C.
    Aside from the rear axle issue, the Mirage seems to have been remarkably trouble-free for most owners/members here, considering the price. Don't expect Lexus-levels of refinement or materials quality, but aside from that you don't have much to worry about.

    Mention to your dealer that you want the alignment checked as a pre-condition of sale -- with a copy of the printout in your hands. Considering it's an approved warranty replacement if it's out of spec, your dealer shouldn't balk at this request.

    As to why the rear axle alignment problem is still showing up on 2017 models, that IS a good question.

    Maybe Mitsu haven't had enough warranty claims to raise a red flag in the first place.

    Or maybe they decided that so few owners make warranty claims on this problem vs. the cost to correct it, they haven't (yet) decided to invest in research & fixing the process that is causing the problem.

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