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Old Aug 1, 2002 | 04:48 PM
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I just checked with my favorite Chevy dealer Vette tech. Any 6 speed C5 that has had the Column Lock Recall done can be fixed as follows:

Disconnect the CL as described in the CLB instructions with the motor running and MAKE SURE the CL UNLOCKED. The result is a disabled CL. You will get a DIC message "Service Steering Column" each time you start but just hit reset and go on your way. No adverse effects occur. My 99 is fixed!!

Good luck!
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Old Aug 2, 2002 | 10:53 AM
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This may work, but I wonder what ramifications it might have; i.e., BCM contacts? :confused:
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Old Aug 3, 2002 | 11:21 AM
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I asked the Vette tech that specific question and he said no problem.
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