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D-Max RT inspection checklist
2012-2020 · 3 things to check before you buy, taken from this car's known problems.
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medium Body / chassis rust (coastal examples)Look for: Examples used coastal develop rust on body mounts and chassis rails. Dry-state examples (Vic/NSW interior) much better.
If you find it: Pre-purchase underbody inspection. Treat dry-state preventively with cavity wax.
Any · Varies
medium EGR carbon buildupLook for: Standard 4JJ1 EGR carbon - rough idle, hesitation, fuel economy drop.
If you find it: EGR delete plate or walnut blast clean.
From 100-150k km · ~$300-600 DIY
medium DPF clogging on short tripsLook for: DPF fails to regen on short trips. Eventually limp mode.
If you find it: Highway speed drives. Force regen with scan tool.
Any · ~$0-2000
3 minor things (low severity)
low Front lower control arm bush wearLook for: IFS lower control arm bushes wear, causing vague steering and uneven tyre wear.
If you find it: Polyurethane or OEM bush kit replacement. Easy DIY with basic tools.
From 120k+ km · ~$200-400 DIY
low Power window regulator wearLook for: Plastic regulator clips break, window drops into door.
If you find it: Replacement regulator (aftermarket fine). Door card off DIY job.
From 100k+ km · ~$150-300
low Front lower control arm bushesLook for: Bushes wear, vague steering.
If you find it: Polyurethane bush kit.
From 120k+ km · ~$200-400
From FlamingCars' Isuzu D-Max guide. It's a checklist of known problems, not a replacement for a professional pre-purchase inspection. Your ticks are kept in this browser only.