Winch and Warranty
 

Hi All,

Thinking of adding a winch (when I get the cash). This is a lease vehicle so if I can release or buy new cheaper than buying this one I will need to move the winch.

My two questions are what all will a winch void in terms of the warranty, I'm guessing perhaps the battery if there is an issue down the road.

Am I better off having the dealer install the winch (electronics) \ if they will?

Being a lease I more, shall be say anal retentive than if it was my own vehicle. I know odds are I won't have a problem but I'd hate to be screwed when my lease comes up for some stupid reason.

Any tips, I won't hold you to it, would be great!

Re: Winch and Warranty
 

I wouldn't think it would void anything as long as it's installed and wired correctly. My dealer has seen mine and even replaced a blown alternator megafuse under warranty caused by my mistake in wiring the winch to the wrong buss.

Most dealers will install aftermarket parts so ask them.

Cheers,

Re: Winch and Warranty
 

Agree....
But some dealers may pass a bad battery off on the winch. If you plan on using it a lot, I would suggest getting a deep cycle battery and save any possible problems.