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Re: Radio off: static - Radio on: loud, crackling pop! [mlwlk]
by tessa1
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May 14, 2006 (7:32 am)
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Replying to: mlwlk (May 06, 2006 4:43 pm)
Try checking to see how close your cell phone is to the radio. I usually have to pitch mine into the back seat to get it to quit interfering with the radio reception, whether the radio is on or off. 
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Re: Design Problem [mapperhd]
by dancerman
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May 14, 2006 (11:21 am)
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Replying to: mapperhd (Apr 05, 2006 12:41 pm)
Our 2002 Jetta has the same noise problem as the HHR when rear windows are open. It's called a flow induced vibration that occurs when air passes the edge of the window. At certain speeds, the air flow passing the window opening vibrates at a frequency that resonates with the air inside the passenger compartment. In fact, the VW engineers have included a fence device in the Jetta sunroof to interfere with the flow when the sunroof is open. If you could add a fence-like device to the forward edge of the side windows it would lessen and perhaps eliminate the problem.
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Re: emerging problem with HHR [geemac]
by wilty
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May 15, 2006 (1:31 pm)
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Replying to: geemac (Feb 19, 2006 10:42 am)
I too had the paint damage and was told that placing Running Boards on the vehicle would solve the problem. I contacted GM and was told that they agree it was a design flaw and GM would pay to paint the vehicle but I had to pay for the Running Boards. I asked the person at GM for my Complaint Number and went to the Chevrolet Dealer and told them that I was going to get Window Markers and place "Don't buy one of these - See me and I'll tell you why" on each of the HHR's windows. My HHR is now scheduled for Paint and Running Boards at no expense to me. Be persistant with this problem.............
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Re: HHR problems [philbbg]
by smogdung
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May 15, 2006 (4:53 pm)
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Replying to: philbbg (May 13, 2006 10:36 pm)
We got our 2LT last November....absolutely flawless so far..27 mpg ave. Traction control great in the snow, remote start good in cold, XM ...addicting, great on favorite curvey roads, >120 mph, paid several thousand less than the 2001 RAV4 - loud-noisey-gas guzzler that we bought new in 2001....by the time it had 6,000 miles on it it had been back to the shop about 6-7 times....by the time the waranty was up the list was as long as your arm. At about 5,000 miles ...every piece of metal remotely associated with all the brakes was replaced....waranty work bills would have been >$6,000. At about 35,000 miles the dealership had the engine open and someone working inside the engine everyday for 2 - 3 weeks???? I put about 2,000 miles on the loaner car. You want to see some horror stories...go to the new RAV4 V6 forums..... Again...my 2LT has been flawless so far. In 95 I bought my 16 year old son a Sunfire GT....he still drives it...only been in the shop once for a switch that was recalled. In 2000 I bought my 16 YO daughter a Cavelier Z24...it's never been in the shop for anything. You want to a horror story..go back a few issues & look at Car & Driver's long term review of that $50K Toyota or Lexus...
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Re: HHR problems [philbbg]
by jnt
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May 16, 2006 (7:08 pm)
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Replying to: philbbg (May 13, 2006 10:36 pm)
philbbg,
Do you know what company makes the HHR radio? You can see its label on the side of the unit plus the place of manufacturing.
jt
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HHR Probs
by philbbg
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May 16, 2006 (8:41 pm)
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JT, I do not know if your reply is condescending, but my answer is, yes, I know the manufacturer of these audio systems. However, my point reflects the plight of technicians attempting to resolve the audio system concerns. We are at the mercy of GM engineers. The problem lies in software design; not hardware. GM has updated the audio software to address the popping, crackling noise; and the update has "fixed" several concerns I have dealt with. I am diagnosing an HHR presently which the update did not "fix". I believe the vehicle should be bought back and crushed.  GM engineers do NOT work closely with Technicians. We are on our own. I understand these systems well, but I do not write software programs. The vehicles get more intelligent and we are left in the dark, like the owner. Again, technicians are not employed by the manufacturer, but by the dealership where they work.
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Re: HHR problems [jnt]
by bertv
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May 17, 2006 (8:47 am)
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Replying to: jnt (May 16, 2006 7:08 pm)
Not 100% sure, but it is probably Delphi
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Re: HHR Probs [philbbg]
by vinney1
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May 17, 2006 (10:50 am)
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Replying to: philbbg (May 16, 2006 8:41 pm)
Hello: You mention that you are an A/C technician and I would like your opinion. My HHR has the 2.4 engine auto. and the A/C makes a loud whine noise that I have never heard on any car I've owned. There are more people complaining about this in other forums. I've taken it in 3 times and they evacuated the system and recharged but made no difference. Another dealer said it's the compressor that is loud but G.M. will not pay to replace it because it is working. You are right this car is a piece of junk.  I've had the instrument cluster replaced, the right C.V. drive shaft, A/C whining noise and the steering column is now rattling over certain bumps. Any input will be greatly appeciated. I have 4500 miles on odometer. Thanks
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Re: HHR problems [bertv]
by jnt
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May 18, 2006 (12:36 am)
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Replying to: bertv (May 17, 2006 8:47 am)
bertv,
GM now has many head unit suppliers for their corporate Black Tie radio. Your guess probably is correct about 5 years ago. But now since GM likes Chinese/Korean cheap parts so much, you will find their products in GM vehicles more frequent now, especially radios.
jt
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Re: HHR Probs [philbbg]
by jnt
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May 18, 2006 (12:45 am)
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Replying to: philbbg (May 16, 2006 8:41 pm)
phibbg,
I was just curious only since GM now has many suppliers on any given part (cheapest one always wins in their case). I understand the relationship between dealership employees and GM, so I do feel your pain. May be they'll find the "fixes" next model year. If it were for Hyundai, they'll do it in 3 weeks.
jt
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