2014 Base model, Help and advice please
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2014 Base model, Help and advice please
Hi Guys, i have a 2014 base with 16k on it. A short while back I noticed a slight vibration sound only when i accelerate. It doesn't do it all the time. Mostly at speeds between 20 to 40 mph.
I took it in to my local Chevy dealer........ They say i need a new "serpentine belt tensioner and new belt" and also a "driveline support and updated flexplate" cost 7K
My question, anyone else had this issue? Common? ideas and thoughts please. Thanks
I took it in to my local Chevy dealer........ They say i need a new "serpentine belt tensioner and new belt" and also a "driveline support and updated flexplate" cost 7K
My question, anyone else had this issue? Common? ideas and thoughts please. Thanks
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Sep 21, 2023, 08:30 AM
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Results are in!!!!!!!
First i would like to thank all of you guys that offered your thoughts on my issue. I DID LISTEN. I took the car to a reputable repair shop that is managed by a family friend. The GM dealer quoted $7000. The repair shop quoted $4400 (if everything quoted needed replacement) . It turns out that the torque tube was not the problem. They did replace..........GM drive belt tensioner assembly........GM serpentine drive belt. Final cost, $421.53
i drove the car around 100 miles with no noise!!!!!!! ONCE AGAIN, THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!!!
i drove the car around 100 miles with no noise!!!!!!! ONCE AGAIN, THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!!!
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I would get a 2nd opinion and price estimate. Sounds like they are talking torque tube. If its the torque tube that can be very expensive. Good luck.
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Thanks guys, yes, he did call it a torque tube. He also said it is pretty labor intensive ( 2 days). I have never had any major work done at a dealer before so i am not not sure if i should just let them do it or let a repair shop give me their opinion and quote? $7000, ouch!!!!
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I almost always get three estimates whether cars or life in general (contractors). $7K seems very high.
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Thanks guys, yes, he did call it a torque tube. He also said it is pretty labor intensive ( 2 days). I have never had any major work done at a dealer before so i am not not sure if i should just let them do it or let a repair shop give me their opinion and quote? $7000, ouch!!!!
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I agree - tackle the lesser of the potential problem areas first - the tensioner and belt replacement. Then if not solved, go to another dealer and have them give you a diagnosis - and perhaps a third repair shop if need be. $7K is a lot of money - seems high to me but I’ve never had to pull something like a torque tube if that is what it turns out to be.
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Although the belt and tensioner replacement is a fairly easy job, the symptoms you describe sound like the beginning of torque tube failure. The 2014's are not immune to it. As Corvette Mike said, ensure the shop has a trained tech that knows the procedure for install. If the clearance to the rear main bearing isn't correct you will in all likely hood end up replacing the engine.
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Thanks to all of you for your help. You guys brought up things i never thought of. I will discuss those concerns to whomever i choose to do the repair. It may take a little while but i will let you know how this story ends. WISH ME LUCK!!!!!
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Heel & Toe
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From: Wisconsin
Results are in!!!!!!!
First i would like to thank all of you guys that offered your thoughts on my issue. I DID LISTEN. I took the car to a reputable repair shop that is managed by a family friend. The GM dealer quoted $7000. The repair shop quoted $4400 (if everything quoted needed replacement) . It turns out that the torque tube was not the problem. They did replace..........GM drive belt tensioner assembly........GM serpentine drive belt. Final cost, $421.53
i drove the car around 100 miles with no noise!!!!!!! ONCE AGAIN, THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!!!
i drove the car around 100 miles with no noise!!!!!!! ONCE AGAIN, THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!!!!!
