2003 Exempt from column lock issue?
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2003 Exempt from column lock issue?
Hi,
I have read the threads and heard loud and clear to buy the column lock bypass. Just for laughs I sent an e-mail with my VIN to GM to ask about the problem and recall info.
The reply -- the column lock issues applies to certain C5's only and 2003 year vehicles do not have a problem.
Is this true or false?
Thanks!
I have read the threads and heard loud and clear to buy the column lock bypass. Just for laughs I sent an e-mail with my VIN to GM to ask about the problem and recall info.
The reply -- the column lock issues applies to certain C5's only and 2003 year vehicles do not have a problem.
Is this true or false?
Thanks!
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Could you post the address that you e-mailed to, I think we could underwhelm them. 
It would be an interesting endeavor wouldn't it. If we could get it in writing and if it ever happened to us we would have something to go back on them with. They should at least pay the bill if it ever does happen and leave us stranded. My .02
It would be an interesting endeavor wouldn't it. If we could get it in writing and if it ever happened to us we would have something to go back on them with. They should at least pay the bill if it ever does happen and leave us stranded. My .02
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I went to GM.com ... and clicked my way to the owner's center ... the e-mail went through their website ...
I printed their reply and put it in the file ... so do you think their reply is
??
I printed their reply and put it in the file ... so do you think their reply is
??
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From: Wichita KS
Originally Posted by First Vette 03C5
Hi,
I have read the threads and heard loud and clear to buy the column lock bypass. Just for laughs I sent an e-mail with my VIN to GM to ask about the problem and recall info.
The reply -- the column lock issues applies to certain C5's only and 2003 year vehicles do not have a problem.
Is this true or false?
Thanks!
I have read the threads and heard loud and clear to buy the column lock bypass. Just for laughs I sent an e-mail with my VIN to GM to ask about the problem and recall info.
The reply -- the column lock issues applies to certain C5's only and 2003 year vehicles do not have a problem.
Is this true or false?
Thanks!
Safety Car
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To the General I have but one reply the 03 have the problem and this 03 has the CLB. There is no fix for it just bandaid from the General. This column lock is a problem on Vettes of the C5 vintage, is now, has been, always will be. Trust the General, be ready for a flat bed ride when it gets you.
the 03 have the problem and this 03 has the CLB. There is no fix for it just bandaid from the General. This column lock is a problem on Vettes of the C5 vintage, is now, has been, always will be. Trust the General, be ready for a flat bed ride when it gets you.
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Originally Posted by CAPN17
To the General I have but one reply the 03 have the problem and this 03 has the CLB. There is no fix for it just bandaid from the General. This column lock is a problem on Vettes of the C5 vintage, is now, has been, always will be. Trust the General, be ready for a flat bed ride when it gets you.
the 03 have the problem and this 03 has the CLB. There is no fix for it just bandaid from the General. This column lock is a problem on Vettes of the C5 vintage, is now, has been, always will be. Trust the General, be ready for a flat bed ride when it gets you.
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Originally Posted by 98C575k
Yeah we need to make a new thread with a poll, and list who has had it and what year. Two polls for M6's and A4's. I'd be curious to see how many 03 and 04's have had problems.
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Originally Posted by BrightRed C5 SWFL
Maybe ask for no postings just poll results. We have 60k members here and it would be interesting to see how many vote. But if there are to many posts it gets out of hand. I think.
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Originally Posted by 98C575k
Yeah we need to make a new thread with a poll, and list who has had it and what year. Two polls for M6's and A4's. I'd be curious to see how many 03 and 04's have had problems.
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Originally Posted by Stock Man
Maybe ask for no postings just poll results. We have 60k members here and it would be interesting to see how many vote. But if there are to many posts it gets out of hand. I think.
Now go vote
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Its my understanding that all 6-speeds can develop this problem. Personally, I would recommend getting the CLB and not having to worry about it. Hopefully some '03 owners will give you some feedback.
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Originally Posted by First Vette 03C5
I have read the threads and heard loud and clear to buy the column lock bypass. ....the column lock issues applies to certain C5's only and 2003 year vehicles do not have a problem.
Is this true or false?
Is this true or false?
If you believe what GM tells you then I have some beachfront property in Louisiana I'll sell ya
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From: South Surrey (White Rock) British Columbia
Originally Posted by WhiteC5Vette
2003, A4s do not have the problem, they have no column lock; that's how GM cured the problem on A4s.
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