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Aug 4, 2009 | 10:36 PM

blackmagic9805

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C6 Ashtray door

I have a C6 ash tray door that won't stay closed. Is there a quick fix or must it be replaced?

Aug 4, 2009 | 10:38 PM

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I took mine in 3 times and was replaced twice. Stays shut after replacement the 2nd time... take it in get it replaced....

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Aug 4, 2009 | 11:00 PM

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Quick Fix? Super glue!!! Thats probably not the answer you wanted. I would have to take it in to get it fixed.

Aug 4, 2009 | 11:08 PM

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Dealer visit.

Aug 4, 2009 | 11:14 PM

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C6 ashtray door

Thanks for the replies. Any idea of the dealer charge to repair? The thought of super glue might make sense. Just kidding.

Aug 4, 2009 | 11:56 PM

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Had mine done once on warranty to no avail. I gave up. I leave mine open, Hey its a Chevy, but one hell of of a Chevy.

Aug 5, 2009 | 12:02 AM

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Here is a DIY repair post: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1556451070-post1.html.

All kinds of great things on this forum if you'll spend some time using the search capabilities.

Aug 5, 2009 | 12:07 AM

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Here is a DIY repair post: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1556451070-post1.html.

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You have much to much time on your hands............

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Aug 5, 2009 | 12:12 AM

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You have much to much time on your hands............

Because proper use of the search function gives you that extra time.

Aug 5, 2009 | 12:12 AM

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You have much to much time on your hands............

Took me about 30 seconds to find it.

Aug 8, 2009 | 11:17 AM

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Another trick I found was to take it apart and bend the spring slightly so it has slightly less tension on it. The door falls a bit more slowly but it does come down completely and stays shut when not in use!

Aug 8, 2009 | 08:08 PM

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C6 ashtray door

techguy:

Is it difficult to remove the bezel trim and ashtray assembly to reach the spring. I also think I found a replacement for $40.00 I can just replace the faulty unit. Is it a difficult removal?

Aug 8, 2009 | 08:09 PM

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Gorilla super glue..... LOL

Aug 8, 2009 | 08:26 PM

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5 minute job, remove the door by starting on the right side with a flat screw driver:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1556451070-post1.html

Once the door is out remove the components attached to inside of the door unit. You will find an ash tray & ash tray holder. Adjust spring tension then re-install only the door and check for opening and movement. When you are happy with door operation only then insert the (ash tray holder) & (ash tray) itself. Job done! The spring re-installation and adjustment is quite easy to do with the holder and tray NOT installed!!!

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Aug 8, 2009 | 08:38 PM

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06 C6 vert

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What if you just take the spring off?

Aug 8, 2009 | 08:47 PM

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Spring Off

Then the door is hard to open and rather junky feeling. Just bend it a bit, less tension is the trick.

Aug 8, 2009 | 09:10 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Zymurgy

Here is a DIY repair post: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1556451070-post1.html.

All kinds of great things on this forum if you'll spend some time using the search capabilities.

It's an open forum just like all the other forums and the same questions get asked time and again. Not a bad thing as it keeps popular topics in front of the eyes of everyone.

Aug 8, 2009 | 09:52 PM

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mine won't eitheir!!!! had the dealer replace and it still won't!!!!!!

Aug 9, 2009 | 01:09 AM

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Replaced mine it wasnt much money for the ashtray forget the price now it works fine I dont smoke so I just leave it shut all the time good luck with your fix.