Table 1 shows six common visibility related problems of the 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. The number one most common problem is related to the defogger heater (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the windshield wiper/washer (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Defogger Heater problems | |
| Windshield Wiper/washer problems | |
| Defogger problems | |
| Wiper problems | |
| Blower problems | |
| Windshield problems |
This is the second time the heater core has started to leak. It was replaced 40k miles ago and I was charged $ 1,000 for repair costs. Having researched this, it is due to faulty heater core gaskets which Mitsubishi replaced the defective gaskets with a redesigned one. Read details...
Windshield wiper blades don't contact the windshield in cold weather due to a stiff hinge near the base of the wiper arm. Can be temporarily corrected by using a light, penetrating lubricant, but problem returns after car wash. Read details...
Everytime the heater is switched on, I can feel a weird smell which will last for about 10 mins. This smell seems like suffocating and have to open the windows for the fresh air to enter. There is some kind of leak in the engine compartment, I am not sure where the leak is from. Read details...