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Replying to: whitey11 (Nov 17, 2008 1:40 pm) |
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I recently had the 'Service Steering Lock' message come up on my 2003 with 6-speed manual. When I took it in to the dealer (probably a mistake) they replaced the 'Theft Deterrent Steering Column Lock', including the lock assembly and handed me a bill for about $625. My question is, should I 1. Suck it up - after all I get to drive a Corvette 2. Find a new place to have my Corvette serviced 3. Get a lawyer. Any insight or tales of experience that people might have would be welcome.
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Replying to: bhill2 (Jan 13, 2009 12:46 pm) Yep, you have to suck it up. I don't think bringing your Corvette to a Conoco station or Bill's Chevy Repair is a good idea; however, if you found an independent Corvette specialist, you could perhaps save 20% off dealer costs. But you know, the dealer has the experience, the parts right there, so that's worth something. If you get a lawyer, then it will end up costing you as much as a Ferrari repair  I checked on the cost of the lock and it's about $310 bucks. So that, plus diagnosis time plus labor to R&R, plus tax--it all sounds reasonable to me. |
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Replying to: bhill2 (Jan 13, 2009 12:46 pm) should be covered even if the car is out of warranty. I have an '02, my records show that I had the column lock fixed some time in '05, however, it locked again in '08 and the dealer, not the one who did the original work, noted that I already had the work performed. I said, good, but it's locked. They went further and found that the lock plate was still intact, supposed to be removed by prior work. So they removed plate and reflashed system. I did end up paying for one new part in the steering column. But that isn't the end of the story. About 6 months later, I get service CL msg and car dies if you try to pull away. The steering works just fine since the plate is removed but can't drive the car. Finally found the about $50 column lock bypass aftermarket electronic module and had it installed by my local guy, not the dealer. BTW also a 6 sp manual. Randy |
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Replying to: starrow68 (Jan 14, 2009 8:27 am) HOWEVER, now that you brought it up, I'll post it anyway and maybe he can lever the dealer or Chevy if he wants to spend the time to do so. Bulletin No.: 05081 Date: February 08, 2006 SPECIAL POLICY Subject: 05081 - SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT - ELECTRONIC COLUMN LOCK SYSTEM Models: 1997-2004 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION (MM6/M12) 1997-2000 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - EXPORT VEHICLES ONLY 2001-2004 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - EUROPEAN EXPORT VEHICLES ONLY BEFORE PERFORMING THIS REPAIR, VERIFY THAT RECALL 04006 HAS BEEN PERFORMED ON THE VEHICLE (LABOR CODES V1144, V1145, V1153). IF THE REPAIR WAS NOT PERFORMED, PERFORM THE REPAIR IN RECALL BULLETIN 04006C, AND SUBMIT THE CLAIM USING THE APPROPRIATE RECALL LABOR CODE. Condition Some customers of 1997-2004 Chevrolet Corvettes equipped with a manual transmission (MM6/M12); 1997-2000 Chevrolet Export Corvettes equipped with an automatic transmission; and 2001-2004 Chevrolet European Export Corvettes equipped with an automatic transmission may have a condition where the column lock may fail to unlock the steering column when the vehicle is started. Special Policy Adjustment This special policy covers the condition described above until February 29, 2008, regardless of ownership. The repairs will be made at no charge to the customer. For vehicles covered by Vehicle Service Contracts, all eligible claims with repair orders on or after February 8, 2006, are covered by this special policy and must be submitted using the labor operation codes provided with this bulletin. Claims with repair orders prior to February 8, 2006, must be submiffed to the Service Contract provider.
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jan 14, 2009 8:49 am)
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Replying to: bhill2 (Jan 14, 2009 1:49 pm) This kind of thing is genetic, WE CAN'T HELP IT. 
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Replying to: bhill2 (Jan 14, 2009 1:49 pm) Gotta love dealers. Or at least service writers that don't have a clue. The problem is caused by the lock plate, the servo motor and the software, all interacting. The after market bypass module ignores the plate, tricks the servo and software to think all is well no matter what is happening as long as the plate is removed. Too bad it makes car easier to drive off for someone else, I try to keep it garaged. Guess I've spent enough with this dealer that they decided to cover part of the cost for goodwill. I too will continue to enjoy the ride. Randy |
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Don't want to change the subject here, but just a question. All the forums on this site are about newer Corvettes, which is fine if you have one, but are there any forums for older cars, like the C4 in particular?
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Replying to: jrzdvl (Jan 16, 2009 10:21 am) CLASSICS FORUM |
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