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covered for the first 12 months,
regardless of mileage if caused by
defects in material or workmanship.
Lights, lenses, mirrors, paint, grille,
moldings, and trim are not covered
for cracks, chips, scratches, dents,
dings, and punctures or tears as a
result of impact with other objects or
road hazards. In addition, cracks,
chips, scratches, or other damage
to the face of a radio or instrument
cluster from impact or foreign
objects are not covered.
Where to Go for Maintenance
Your new GM vehicle was designed
and built to the highest quality
standards, and that quality means
reliability, long-life and economical
operation for years to come. The
investment you made in your new
GM vehicle can best be maintained
at your GM dealer who offers quality
service and genuine GM parts
specifically designed for your GM
vehicle.GM recommends having
maintenance performed by an
authorized GM dealership. GM
dealer technicians are specifically
trained to maintain and repair GM
vehicles. They stay current on the
latest service information through
GM technical bulletins, service
publications and training courses.
Many are also certified through the
technical training process. In
addition, your GM dealer has
special tools, equipment, computer
software and complete access to
product updates, applicable to your
vehicle to ensure fast and accurate
diagnostics. This level of service is
only available at an authorized GM
dealership.
Maintenance
All vehicles require periodic
maintenance. Maintenance
services, such as those detailed in
the Owner Manual and this warranty
booklet are at the owner's expense.Vehicle lubrication, cleaning,
or polishing are not covered. Failure
of or damage to components
requiring replacement or repair due
to vehicle use, wear, exposure,
or lack of maintenance is not
covered.
Items such as:
.Audio System Cleaning
.Brake Pads and Linings
.Clutch Linings
.Coolants and Fluids
.Filters
.Keyless Entry (or other remote
transmitter/receiver batteries)*
.Limited Slip Rear Axle Service
.Tire Rotation
.Wheel Alignment/Balance**
.Wiper Inserts
are covered up to the first
maintenance inspection period
outlined in the owner manual. Any
replacement at the time of,
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Warranty Repairs—
Component Exchanges
In the interest of customer
satisfaction, General Motors of
Canada Limited may offer exchange
service on some vehicle
components. This service is
intended to reduce the amount of
time your vehicle is not available for
use due to repairs. Components
used in exchange are service
replacement parts that may be new,
remanufactured, or refurbished.
Remanufactured parts meet GM
approved service parts
requirements and are made from
previously used components in a
process that involves disassembly,
inspection, cleaning, update of
software and replacement parts as
appropriate, testing and reassembly.
Refurbished parts meet GM
approved service part requirements
and are previously used parts that
are inspected, cleaned, tested, and
repackaged.All exchange components used
meet GM standards and are
warranted the same as new
components. Examples of the types
of components that might be
serviced in this fashion include:
engine and transmission
assemblies, instrument cluster
assemblies, radios, compact disc
players, batteries, and powertrain
control modules.
Maintenance and Warranty
Service Records
Retain receipts covering
performance of regular
maintenance. Receipts can be very
important if a question arises as to
whether a malfunction is caused by
lack of maintenance or a defect in
material or workmanship.
A“Maintenance Record”is provided
in the maintenance schedule
section of the owner manual for
your convenience in recording
services performed.For your records, the servicing
dealer should provide a copy of the
warranty repair order listing all
warranty repairs performed.
Warranty Repairs—Recycled
Materials
Both Environment Canada
guidelines and GM support the
capture, purification, and reuse of
automotive air conditioning
refrigerant gases and engine
coolant.
As a result, any repairs GM may
make to your vehicle may involve
the installation of purified reclaimed
refrigerant and coolant.
Tire Service
Any General Motors dealer handling
your vehicle line or tire dealer for
your brand of tires can assist you
with tire service. If, after contacting
one of these dealers, you need
further assistance or you have
questions, contact the Customer
