Column lock
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Burning Brakes
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St. Jude Donor '09 and '13
It will for many for quite some time. Maybe not permanently as others have posted here that it still failed some time later. However, for a hundred bucks and a half hour of time, it sure does put it off for a while. It's still worth doing and lasted for me from the time I installed it to the time I got rid of the car. So, for me, it WAS a permanent fix.
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But go ahead, list out all those other major costly problems. I'd like to know what they are in case I decide to buy another '05. No really, enlighten me.
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Maybe a dumb question but I have to ask...
Does the GM way to disable the lock column work on +2005 cars ?
I have an euro 2008 Z06 with the column lock from the factory due to EU regulations and would like to disable it...
I have a Tech2 I use for diag but only with TIS2000.
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Does the GM way to disable the lock column work on +2005 cars ?
I have an euro 2008 Z06 with the column lock from the factory due to EU regulations and would like to disable it...
I have a Tech2 I use for diag but only with TIS2000.
TIA
Problem is you have an export Vet that the lock is country required, so no firmware to flash the SCLM out for you.
So for you, really back to the steering column lock eliminator isntead.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...lumn-lock.html
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It will for many for quite some time. Maybe not permanently as others have posted here that it still failed some time later. However, for a hundred bucks and a half hour of time, it sure does put it off for a while. It's still worth doing and lasted for me from the time I installed it to the time I got rid of the car. So, for me, it WAS a permanent fix.
As stated, the USA models have the Firmware flash to take the SCLM out of play, since it was not required in the states. In exports cars, steering column lock is required by their laws well past the 05 manual cars alone, so you can't get the firmware file for a flash on a export models. So eliminator is about as good as it gets, and in some cases, may have to buy or rebuild the SCLM if one if relays in going south as well.
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St. Jude Donor '09 and '13
From what the GM world technician told me, the C6 system is quite a bit more complex than the C5 system. A totally different system. He explained that several sensors, including some steering sensors are affected. He said that it is around 1500-2000 dollars, if the problem persist. I bought my 05 with 14,000 miles, about 3 months ago. The previous owner had a corvette repair shop install the bypass. It lasted a total of about 7-8 months. And for what it is worth, I did not have to remove the bypass to get the BCM updated, thus fixing the problem for good. It was 1 hour labor, which was 140 dollars. Not bad at all.
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Since you do all your own servicing I guess you have no experience with Buyavette service department. I went there to get an idea on some service, like costs and when they could do the work. He wanted $900 to install a new drivers side window regulator, he said the part cost $520. $285 to fix the column lock issue. $800 for a new harmonic balancer. $400 to fix the HUD by cutting the air duct and $900 to do it the right way. He could set me up for service Aug. 7th I went home and found the OE window regulator for $280. This left a bad taste in my mouth, I understand they make money but doubling the part seemed quite excessive. Have you ever installed the drivers side regulator or fixed a HUD? I've seen a few videos on youtube and I have good mechanical skills so I think I will do these two things and save enough to have them do the harmonic balancer. I bought the car there and am very happy with it but these relatively small issues are aggravating. It is a 15 year old car and I bought it with 32k on the odometer, I guess I naively thought it would be a while before things started going on it. Thanks!
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I have used BuyaVette twice. Once for regular servicing and once for a new Harmonic Balancer. Both times I have been happy with their service and their prices are better than a dealership.......The service shoppe doesnt look very impressive, until you go downstairs and see the work area and see 10 Vettes being worked on at the same time. I have heard that the Chevy dealer at 400 and Mansell rd has an excellent Vette mechanic, but I cant confirm that. The reflash sounds like the way to go. I live in Alpharetta and also have an 05 6 speed. Its been a great car (knock on wood) and havent had any of those issues(yet).
they tell me about the reflash fix for the column lock, at least give me the option. I'm sure they are a reputable shop, they coildn't give me a appointment until Aug 7th and there were a ton of Vettes there. I think any Chevy dealer should be able to do the reflash without any problems.
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I didn't think the prices were crazy except for the window regulator. If I can buy the part for $280 why are they telling me the part costs $520. I understand markups but almost doubling it seemed excessive. Also, why didn't
they tell me about the reflash fix for the column lock, at least give me the option. I'm sure they are a reputable shop, they coildn't give me a appointment until Aug 7th and there were a ton of Vettes there. I think any Chevy dealer should be able to do the reflash without any problems.
they tell me about the reflash fix for the column lock, at least give me the option. I'm sure they are a reputable shop, they coildn't give me a appointment until Aug 7th and there were a ton of Vettes there. I think any Chevy dealer should be able to do the reflash without any problems.
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BuyaVette might only use genuine GM parts which might make the window regulator so expensive. As far as the column lock flash its possible its only available for GM dealers and not independant shops........Let me know how the reflash works and where you get it done please....
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The vendor says the regulator is AC Delco, original equipment form GM. All the people who bought it and posted reviews said the part fit perfect and worked perfect.Again, I believe Buyavette is a quality shop and I will use them for the harmonic balancer, ironically they don't use the OE part and the price includes new belts and a seal. I will let you know when I get things done.
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