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Re: Clearance issues? [tony20fan]
by catahoe
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Sep 24, 2006 (3:27 pm)
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Replying to: tony20fan (Sep 05, 2006 8:23 pm)
The first snowbank should knock that stupid black spoiler off for good. Owners manual says take it off when 4 wheelin, but to replace it so the engine doesn't over heat. That spoiler isn't channeling air into any ports I cant believe it has anything to do with keeping the engine cool, maybe saving on the mpg's. but 7" is NOT acceptable clearance on a full size 4wd truck
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Re: Clearance issues? [catahoe]
by catahoe
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Sep 24, 2006 (6:51 pm)
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Replying to: catahoe (Sep 24, 2006 3:27 pm)
Also if you look at the Z71 2007 the little black plastic spoiler has been removed. Looks like it doesn't need to be there after all.
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [sovereignmgmt]
by garyg3
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Sep 25, 2006 (5:13 pm)
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Replying to: sovereignmgmt (May 27, 2006 2:29 pm)
Although I appreciate the host's concern for our safety, the safety of the driver actually becomes more compromised with this "safety" feature! I have 2 young kids and I find myself having to spin my neck around to see what the status is of a movie, while at the same time driving down the road. It would be nice if someone could find a way to bypass this feature so that my passenger could at least make necessary changes. Protectionism is a counter productive act! I would pay dearly to correct this problem! 
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [garyg3]
by 73shark
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Sep 25, 2006 (7:46 pm)
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Replying to: garyg3 (Sep 25, 2006 5:13 pm)
Just curious but if there's a passenger, why aren't they turning to check the status? I do agree that it's a real pain for anyone up front to see what's going on, especially when you have to restart it with the remote after a key off.
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Re: Nav Overide [twernst10]
by twernst10
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Sep 26, 2006 (5:44 am)
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Replying to: twernst10 (Sep 24, 2006 6:04 am)
Again thanks to all for the suggestions. I got a hold of them yesterday afternoon/evening and described my problem. They were very nice and helpful; they suggested that I had a bad module and they would replace it after consulting with their techs. Well they talked to the techs and everybody agreed that it was porbably a bad module so they shipped a new one out overnight, I had originally ordered it next day air, so I was very happy  that they were so willing to fix the problem. I described how you all have raved about the bypass and they were very happy to hear about the satisfied customers and good "press" in the Edmunds forum. Only hitch they sent it UPS next day air w/ signature required; I have my sister-in-law waiting at my house the delivery should be made by 10:30 am EST so I'll let you know if I get it today. If I do I will definitly be installing the new bypass tonight. They even sent a return UPS label prepaid for me to return my deffective unit back to them. Well, as the saying goes if at first you don't succeed try, try again. On a side note does anybody have the Auto close rear hatch and notice that it is pretty loud when it latches closed? Almost sounds like it needs a little grease or something. I also noticed this with the front passenger door handle when opening the door from the outside.
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [73shark]
by garyg3
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Sep 26, 2006 (4:17 pm)
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Replying to: 73shark (Sep 25, 2006 7:46 pm)
Valid question. When Mommy is not along, I have to run rear dvd. I do not see how it is any more dangerous for the front dvd than a cell phone, nav, radio, etc. It is another example of liberal, prtectionists at work.
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [garyg3]
by 73shark
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Sep 26, 2006 (6:46 pm)
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Replying to: garyg3 (Sep 26, 2006 4:17 pm)
This is just a guess but I'll bet the GM attorneys would never allow a front viewable DVD screen notwithstanding that it's illegal in most states considering the liability involved. Surprised they even let us have the nav screen. It would be interesting to know how these companies selling a DVD bypass plan on defending the inevitable lawsuits.
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [73shark]
by jerrywimer
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Sep 27, 2006 (3:22 am)
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Replying to: 73shark (Sep 26, 2006 6:46 pm)
Easy. At least for the bypass in question. It's a temporary bypass that (based on reports from others on another site that are using it now) doesn't stay "bypassed" for very long. Basically it allows enough time to do what most of us would like- get to a menu, select whatever needs selected, and start the movie for the rear seat passengers (aka kids usually) before it returns to normal operation. If the user gets done first it can be manually "deactivated" again, or just allowed to return to normal operation on its own.
This bypass at least, is not intended to allow for the driver to watch a movie. Just to enable what common sense should've told the manufacturers most would want anyway.
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Still dissapointed with AFM
by deovindice
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Sep 27, 2006 (8:36 am)
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I'm still dissapointed with the lack of functionality from the advertised feature of AFM. I called GM and was unable to get a CSR who was even familiar with the engine feature. GM sent me a letter with information on how to submit a claim to the BBB. In short, you fill out a form at: http://www.dr.bbb.org/goauto You then follow up with a packet of information they send you.
I really like the truck and would have bought it without this feature...but if they are going to advertise that it works, they should be accountable for it actually working...
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Re: DVD/Nav Bypass/Hack [jerrywimer]
by ahightower
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Sep 27, 2006 (8:42 am)
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Replying to: jerrywimer (Sep 27, 2006 3:22 am)
That makes sense. I was going to say how it's pretty obvious why you shouldn't be watching movies in the front seat while driving. But obviously you should be able to control the DVD player and see on-screen menu so you can get it going for your kids.
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