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Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 MIVEC Timing Chain — Mitsubishi Outlander 2010 | MyCarFault

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport 2.4 MIVEC Timing Chain

Mitsubishi Outlander 2010 4J12 2.4 MIVEC

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⚡ Quick Summary

Severity Level

Medium

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Safety Impact

Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent

Urgency Level

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The 4J12 MIVEC in Outlander Sport/ASX 2.4 can develop timing chain rattle at cold start above 120,000 miles. Chain kit replacement costs £500-900.

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