Mitsubishi

Triton MQ / MR inspection checklist

2015-2024 · 3 things to check before you buy, taken from this car's known problems.

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mediumAuto transmission shift flare

Look for: Some auto variants exhibit RPM flare or hesitation between 2nd and 3rd, typically worsened by old or burnt ATF.

If you find it: Full transmission fluid flush and software adaptation reset. Severe cases need valve body service.

From 70,000+ km · ~$300-1200

mediumDPF regen failure (MR models)

Look for: Post-2018 MR models driven primarily on short urban trips frequently fail to complete passive DPF regen cycles. Result: soot loading, warning lights, engine limp mode.

If you find it: Forced manual regen via diagnostic tool, off-car chemical clean, or full DPF replacement if internally melted. Long highway runs help on a healthy DPF.

From 50,000+ km · ~$600-1800

mediumIntake manifold carbon fouling

Look for: Oil mist from crankcase ventilation combines with hot EGR gases to build carbon inside the intake manifold, restricting airflow.

If you find it: Intake manifold off, manual clean or ultrasonic media blast.

From 90,000+ km · ~$800-1300

2 minor things (low severity)

lowRear leaf spring squeak and sag

Look for: Factory rear leaves lose camber under regular heavy tray loads or towing, with dry squeaks from the plastic tip liners.

If you find it: Grease the leaf tip liners, or upgrade to aftermarket heavy-duty leaf packs (Lovells, Pedders, EFS).

From 60,000+ km · ~$400-900

lowIntercooler hose splitting

Look for: Factory rubber intercooler hoses soften and split under boost. Symptoms: sudden boost leak, black smoke, power loss.

If you find it: Replace with heavy-duty silicone aftermarket hoses.

From 80,000+ km · ~$250-450

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