Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Mitsubishi Shogun faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Mitsubishi Shogun fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
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Mitsubishi Shogun (1991 - 2000) Fault Guide
Mitsubishi Shogun (2000 -) Fault Guide
Mitsubishi Shogun (1991 - 2000) Fault Guide
We know of 12 MITSUBISHI Shogun (1991 - 2000) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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4 engine faults
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1 suspension wear items or faults
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1 interior problems
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1 bodywork issues
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5 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MITSUBISHI Shogun (1991 - 2000)
What to look for:
Check the paperwork to see if the cam belt has been changed on schedule. On most engines the cam belt must be changed within 5 years or 54,000 miles.
What it means:
If the cam belt and associated parts (such as the pump and tensioner) have not been changed, and the mileage is over these boundaries, the cam belt is likely to fail soon. Usually the engine has to be replaced or at least re-built after a cam belt failure.
What to do
Ensure that the cam belt is changed before the car is driven anywhere if it is coming close to its interval. Changing the belt will cost £270 - £495.
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Mitsubishi Shogun (2000 -) Fault Guide
We know of 17 MITSUBISHI Shogun (2000 -) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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6 engine faults
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1 suspension wear items or faults
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1 interior problems
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3 bodywork issues
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6 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MITSUBISHI Shogun (2000 -)
What to look for:
Test drive the vehicle. Make sure there is no hesitation from the engine when accelerating and that the car idles properly without any signs of roughness. Make sure the idle speed is consistent and that the rev counter stays still at idle.
What it means:
This fault can be caused by either carbon build up in the Exhaust Gas Re-Circulation valves or rust in the fuel tanks of some modes which causes failure of the low and high pressure fuel pumps. The faults have exactly the same symptoms from the driver’s seat and are comparative in repair cost.
What to do
If you find this fault and the car is under warranty (3 years unlimited miles) then Mitsubishi may repair it without charge. Otherwise it is advised to have the car inspected by a qualified mechanic. If you still wish to purchase the vehicle then try to negotiate a £2000.00 discount off of the price of the car.
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