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#123 of 159 HHR Paint Problem....feels rough & looks dull?? by aprilw Jul 31, 2006 (8:52 am)
Hi All, Bought a 2006 HHR on July 5, 06, with the Spring Edition Pkg. Victory Red Ext. ($1500 option)with running boards, and just noticed that the paint across the top of the doors and top, and back, etc., almost all over, feels very rough. I didn't notice this until after getting the car washed for the first time. Now paint looks dull and feels rougher in these areas. Has anyone else had this problem? I've just contacted the dealer and am hoping for a quick resolution. Just wanted to check to see if anyone's heard of this problem. Thanks Replies to this message: ray80 (Jul 31, 2006 9:01 am) pao (Aug 03, 2006 8:39 am)
#124 of 159 Re: HHR Paint Problem....feels rough & looks dull?? [aprilw] by ray80 Jul 31, 2006 (9:01 am)
Replying to: aprilw (Jul 31, 2006 8:52 am) Just a guess, but perhaps its rail dust from transport. I think clay bar is supposed to help with that (just from what I've heard)
#125 of 159 Re: HHR Paint Problem....feels rough & looks dull?? [aprilw] by pao Aug 03, 2006 (8:39 am)
Replying to: aprilw (Jul 31, 2006 8:52 am) agree,....use a clay bar on it...will take care of the problem...probably rail dust or other contaminants during shipping..normal dealer prep will not take it off....professional detailer.....can handle...or a few hours work by you will take care of the problem
#126 of 159 Re: Wind Noise .......Anyone else have it ??? [carguy99] by jwest208 Aug 11, 2006 (4:52 pm)
Replying to: carguy99 (Jul 05, 2006 9:21 pm) I've had my HHR LS since the end of January and I did notice some noise from the passenger side. My dealership also told me that this was "normal" and that nothing could be done. However, after having my A/C system "updated" as per a GM service bulletin, the interior is much quieter. The A/C bulletin specifically addressed the "growling" from the A/C system, but it seems to have had some effect on the amount of noise coming through the firewall. Hope this helps.
#127 of 159 5000 miles and many problems by disappointed9 Aug 14, 2006 (4:42 pm)
I bought a HHR LT-2 about 3 months ago it had a vibration in it when i test drove it. i requested to the dealership dealership to balance tires before i picked it up. Still has a vibration in it. I have been told the firestone tires are bad. Its been back in the shop 5 times for bad tires, it also had bad front rotors - they have been turned down 2 times now - so far that is fixed. It also developed a hard starting problem, found it had a bad fuel pump on it. 3 days in the shop to get a fuel pump - now ok so far. Now ive noticed when air is on & taking off from a stop - it makes a growling/groaning noise - sounds like a weed eater or sewing machine or something like it. Has anyone else had these problems & at what point should i demand different brand of tires be put on my car. Ive been told there is a service bulletine out on the tires. Ive already requested a different brand of tire - it has been rejected. I will be going back to HONDA after this experience - even though the dealership has been pretty good to deal with Replies to this message: pao (Aug 15, 2006 5:39 am) jwest208 (Aug 16, 2006 3:55 pm)
#128 of 159 Re: 5000 miles and many problems [disappointed9] by pao Aug 15, 2006 (5:39 am)
Replying to: disappointed9 (Aug 14, 2006 4:42 pm) I would ask them to replace the tires.....and the rotor pulsing could be them over tightening or not properly apply the appropriate torque to the lug nuts....thus causing some warpage on the rotors..this was the case with the 04 Malibu Maxx.....simply installing with an impact wrench and not finishing with a torque wrench was causing our problems....   as for HONDA...well go over to the honda forum now and look at the complaints.......I for one wouldnt touch them right now..over priced in my opinion.....and Toyota....trans problems with the new RAV4..and a half million recall on their hybrids for drive shafts......well all cars have problems regardless of make model or cost......good luck with your HHR
#129 of 159 Re: 5000 miles and many problems [disappointed9] by jwest208 Aug 16, 2006 (3:55 pm)
Replying to: disappointed9 (Aug 14, 2006 4:42 pm) There is a service bulletin out to fix the "growling" A/C problem. They will replace part of the plumbing for the A/C system. Mine just had this done and is much quieter (but the noise you describe seems much more noticeable than what I had heard).   As for the tires, I've had no major problems with the Firestones on the HHR, but my Venture had Firestones that had problems from day one. This is not just a Firestone issue, though. I previously owned 2 Grand Am GTs and the Goodyears on those cars had problems. I've had problems with most OE tires. The only two tire manufacturers I've been satisfied with were Michelin (pricey) and Cooper. I had so many problems with the Goodyears on my 2000 Dodge Neon that the dealership fought with Goodyear and Chrysler and finally ate the cost to have new Cooper tires put on my car. Hang in there.
#130 of 159 Re: INSIDE MIRROR WITH COMPASS [52chevy] by lightkeeper Aug 18, 2006 (2:56 pm)
Replying to: 52chevy (Jul 21, 2006 1:41 pm) My '06 2LT HHR has the compass on the mirror. Looking at the HHR booklet, it seems this option is available on the LS and 1LT however note this: On the LS it says head-curtain side-impact air bags are required while on the 1LT is only available in conjunction with OnStar.   Please post if you find out other information.
#131 of 159 Cargo Capability by rbowen1063 Aug 18, 2006 (3:41 pm)
I replaced my van with the HHR. I choose the HHR because I thought it had a good cargo area. Much to my surprise, I was able to get 30 bags of mulch (2 cu ft) in the back and still get a passenger in the front. Just some good info. I'm impressed!
#132 of 159 Engine knock at cold start by justlarry Aug 31, 2006 (2:59 pm)
when i first start my HHR in the mourning or after sitting at work all day it will sometimes make a loud knocking noise from the engine then runs fine until it set for awhile any ideas i have the 2.4 with auto it also has that clunking noise i read about earlier Replies to this message: vamonticello (Aug 31, 2006 5:43 pm) pacerman (Aug 31, 2006 7:44 pm) justlarry (Sep 01, 2006 11:28 am)

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