GM Downsizes 100,000 Mile/5 Year Warranty

Jim Higgins · 2009-09-22T20:52:22+00:00

GM Downsizes 100,000 Mile/5 Year Warranty 22, 2009Date: 09/21/2009 Ref. number: Service / Warranty /Subject: Changes to the General Motors 100,000 Mile/5 Year Powertrain Warranty for 2010 Model Year Vehicles -GM Service Operations**Urgent Message**DCS 412DATE: September 21, 2009TO: All US GM Dealers, Service Directors, Warranty Administrators and Parts ManagersSUBJECT: Changes to the General Motors 100,000 Mile/5 Year Powertrain Warranty for 2010 Model Year VehiclesThis message is to provide information regarding the a few changes to the GM Powertrain Warranty for 2010 model year vehicles. Previous model year vehicles are NOT affected by these changes.For model year 2010, General Motors is announcing a slight change in the components that are covered under the 100,000 mile/5 year limited warranty on all light duty cars and trucks. The Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklets have already been updated with these changes in all New 2010 model GM vehicles.The following items have been eliminated from the Powertrain portion of the coverage for 2010, however, they will continue to be covered for the entire length of the Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty for all GM vehicles. Select components may also be covered by Federal or State Emission coverage. Please refer to the Labor Time Guide and Policies and Procedures (P&P) manual for further details.1) The entire pressurized fuel system (in-tank fuel pump, lines, fuel rail, injectors and return line.2) The Engine/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) and module programming.3) The Transmission Control Module (TCM), Transfer Case Control Module and module programming.4) The Throttle Body Assembly.5) Clutch and Pressure Plate for Manual Transmission.6) Sealed Wheel Bearing Assemblies or Hub and Bearing Assemblies (axle shafts, seals and bearings that are part ofcomplete axle housings are still covered).The following items have been added to the Powertrain portion of the coverage for 2010.1) Engine oiling...

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tango 16 years ago

"Mike Hunter" wrote in news:4ad0aabf$0$10083$ce5e7886 @news-radius.ptd.net:

Hey Mike, didn't Chrysler have a problem with engine sludge? The problem with you and the other zealot's argument is most consumers base their opinions on actual experiences they have had with the companies and not outrageous ads such as World Class Engineering or people trying to defend the indefensible.

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