I have a 03 Civic Si and that thing needs to get lowered. It has about 13k on it so the warranty's still on for a while. Is there any way I can lower the car and still keep the warranty? Anyone have any recomendations on what to do and, or buy?


thanks-Angelo

 

It depends on the dealership. Most are pretty good about that kind of thing, like if you lower it and the check engine light comes on, they won't blame the springs.... Now if you lower it and rip up the front bumper on a curb, or a fender liner gets torn out, they probably won't cover it.

 

Cool, thanx. do you have any suggestions on what set up to buy? Would it void warranty if i change the strut?

 

The rationale at the dealerships I've worked at has been, if the part didn't cause the problem, don't worry about it. Changing the springs and struts has nothing to do with, say, oxygen sensors. But a complaint of a suspension noise, or funny tire wear will not get you far. As for brands, stick with the good stuff. I don't know who makes what for that car, but if you get some $85 springs, you're not going to be happy. And struts are almost required too, otherwise your handling could wind up worse. Shop around, and see what other people with those cars have, and what they think.