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After 3 and a half weeks of waiting and several calls to Lincoln Honda, the Service Manager finally got back to me today. He's spoken to Honda UK and they are adamant that the upside down springs would not have caused the uneven tyre wear or indeed the pull to the left that the mechanics admit also exists. All they would have expected would be some squeaking. They say that if I have a 4-wheel alignment done at a cost of £65 and they find that the alignment is not "within spec", then they will pay for it. If not then it's on me. I asked what would be causing the pull and wear if it is found to be within spec and was told probably tyres. I wasn't aware that tyres alone (as opposed to balance etc) could cause a pull to the left. I don't like to question the integrity of Lincoln Honda, but if I arrange to have the work done, how do I know that they aren't just going to say that it's within spec and put the charge on me? Also, if I replace the rear tyres and in a few thousand miles time the same thing happens again, where will I stand? The warranty runs out in November and it may take until beyond then to notice a significant change in the tyres, by which time they'll no doubt say "not our problem I'm afraid as it's out of warranty". I hate situations like this. I just want a car that works as it should, but I'm not the sort who can just let it lie if I think I'm being fobbed/ripped off. What would others do in this situation? Thanks in advance.
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