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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:18 AM
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Anyone else notice a burning smell coming from there new C7?
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:21 AM
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I have a burning desire to have mine delivered. Does that count?
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:22 AM
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Part of the break in period?
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:23 AM
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Seriously though - it's normal to have a burning smell from new engines burning off various chemicals applied during manufacturing
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:26 AM
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Exhaust pipes may have oil on them from manufacturing process.

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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 11:31 AM
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I noticed the same thing on day one....took it out today for a little joy ride and I dind't notice it. I'm assuming it's part of the breakin process and normal.
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Happens on all brand new cars. Normal.
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Happens on all brand new cars. Normal.
preservatives cooking off.
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 12:19 PM
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preservatives cooking off.
.....then the rust starts.

Oh, wait may bad, this is C7 forum not C3
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If the smell continues, please let me know. I want to make sure you enjoy your C7 and have zero worries, except for the boys in blue!

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Originally Posted by lggque
anyone else notice a burning smell coming from there new c7?
Tires???
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Old Sep 29, 2013 | 06:17 PM
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Kelly, you even do this on Sunday! You are truly a dedicated GM employee. Sure glad you are here and helping.
My order # RDSZ68 in case you have spare time to check my status. What does TPW stand for ? , some thing to due with production I think.
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Kelly, you even do this on Sunday! You are truly a dedicated GM employee. Sure glad you are here and helping.
My order # RDSZ68 in case you have spare time to check my status. What does TPW stand for ? , some thing to due with production I think.
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I'm not Kelly, but TPW= Target Production Week.
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Kelly, you even do this on Sunday! You are truly a dedicated GM employee. Sure glad you are here and helping.
My order # RDSZ68 in case you have spare time to check my status. What does TPW stand for ? , some thing to due with production I think.
Thank you again

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Hey Bruce,

Yes, I am here on Sundays. My off days are Fridays and Saturdays. I do love my job though, I am super lucky!

I have written your order number down and I will check it tomorrow morning. The system does not work on Sundays.

Thanks Bill, for jumping in on the TPW question.

I will PM you tomorrow Bruce.

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Originally Posted by Chevy Cust Svc
If the smell continues, please let me know. I want to make sure you enjoy your C7 and have zero worries, except for the boys in blue!

Kelly J.
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Hi Kelly , take some worry from me! What can you tell me about Order
RDMPMN, VIN 1363? I appreciate any update you can offer.
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The smell is normal, Its the FLAMES you really have to worry about!....
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