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Old Aug 3, 2004 | 09:02 PM
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I only had my 99 coupe since march but I noticed that the problems that I do have, others seems to have the exact same problems.
My rear end seal is leaking and it's at the dealer as I speak.
My outside temp sensor is giving false readings.
My directionals sometimes stop working until I press my hazzard button.
My point is that I see losts of members with the same problems and GM does not have any recalls on any of them. With the rear end seal I
complained and GM will now pay 100% of the repair.
So if enough of us stick together and all complain about all these problems then maybe GM will look into it and maybe have some recalls.
Any input?
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Old Aug 3, 2004 | 09:05 PM
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I've owned two C5's, and have been on this forum over three years. Two of the problems you point to I've never heard of.
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Old Aug 3, 2004 | 09:15 PM
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Some problems do seem to be very common. Mine has had a rear differential seal leak three times and has had the rings replaced for oil consumption. You are lucky that GM is repairing your seals - normally if it is out of warranty they will tell you tough luck.
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I've been lucky and I'am knocking on wood!
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I've been lucky and I'am knocking on wood!
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Old Aug 3, 2004 | 11:42 PM
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My temp sensor has gone wacko!! It thinks that it's cruisin in nice 65 degree weather all day!!!
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