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02-14-05, 09:25 PM
The following problem has been identified on all C6s with VIN prior to #55111039:
Document ID# 1597717
2005 Chevrolet Corvette
Check Gages Light, Battery Voltage Low, Accessory Drive Belt Slipping or Missing (Install Washer from WPC and Crankshaft Balancer) #05-06-01-001A - (Feb 8, 2005)
Table 1: Warranty Parts Center Parts
Table 2: GMSPO Parts
Table 3: Part Request Form -- Warranty Parts Center
Check Gages Light, Battery Voltage Low, Accessory Drive Belt Slipping or Missing (Install Washer from WPC and Crankshaft Balancer) 2005 Chevrolet Corvette with 6.0L Engine (VIN U - RPO LS2)
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 55111039
This bulletin is being revised to include VIN breakpoint and additional inspection information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-01-001 (Section 6 -- Engine).
Condition
Some customers may comment on the Check Gages Light or the Battery Voltage Low indicator coming on. Additionally, some customers may comment on the accessory drive belt either slipping or being missing.
Cause
The crankshaft balancer bolt may have become loose.
Correction
Install a new crankshaft balancer pulley, washer and a new balancer pulley bolt
Parts Information
Order a washer from the WPC using the form at the end of this bulletin. Fax the request form to the WPC at 248-371-0192, or E-mail to warrantypartscenterusa@gm.com .
All other parts should be ordered from GMSPO. Use the normal ordering process for all orders.
Warranty Parts Center Parts WPC Part Number
Description Qty
305 Washer, Crankshaft Balancer 1
GMSPO Parts Part Number Description Qty
12557840 Bolt, Crankshaft Harmonic Balancer 1
12583637 Balancer, Crankshaft Harmonic 1
12579229 Belt, Water Pump, Power Steering and Generator
1 as req'd
12579228 Belt, Air Conditioning Compressor 1 as req'd
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time
J0710
Pulley, Crankshaft Balancer - Replace
2.3 hrs
Part Request Form -- Warranty Parts Center To: Warranty Parts Center
WPC E-mail: warrantypartscenterusa@gm.com
WPC Fax #: 248-371-0192
Attn: Jeanette Dunn
Part Being Requested: 305
Dealer BAC (U.S.) / Dealer Code (Canada):
Dealer Name:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Contact Person:
Dealer Phone Number:
Repair Order Number:
Vehicle VIN:
Important: If you do not receive the part within 2 business days after e-mailing or faxing your part request to the Warranty Parts Center, please call WPC Customer Assistance at 248-371-9901/9902.
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
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Document ID# 1597717
2005 Chevrolet Corvette
Check Gages Light, Battery Voltage Low, Accessory Drive Belt Slipping or Missing (Install Washer from WPC and Crankshaft Balancer) #05-06-01-001A - (Feb 8, 2005)
Table 1: Warranty Parts Center Parts
Table 2: GMSPO Parts
Table 3: Part Request Form -- Warranty Parts Center
Check Gages Light, Battery Voltage Low, Accessory Drive Belt Slipping or Missing (Install Washer from WPC and Crankshaft Balancer) 2005 Chevrolet Corvette with 6.0L Engine (VIN U - RPO LS2)
Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint 55111039
This bulletin is being revised to include VIN breakpoint and additional inspection information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-01-001 (Section 6 -- Engine).
Condition
Some customers may comment on the Check Gages Light or the Battery Voltage Low indicator coming on. Additionally, some customers may comment on the accessory drive belt either slipping or being missing.
Cause
The crankshaft balancer bolt may have become loose.
Correction
Install a new crankshaft balancer pulley, washer and a new balancer pulley bolt
Parts Information
Order a washer from the WPC using the form at the end of this bulletin. Fax the request form to the WPC at 248-371-0192, or E-mail to warrantypartscenterusa@gm.com .
All other parts should be ordered from GMSPO. Use the normal ordering process for all orders.
Warranty Parts Center Parts WPC Part Number
Description Qty
305 Washer, Crankshaft Balancer 1
GMSPO Parts Part Number Description Qty
12557840 Bolt, Crankshaft Harmonic Balancer 1
12583637 Balancer, Crankshaft Harmonic 1
12579229 Belt, Water Pump, Power Steering and Generator
1 as req'd
12579228 Belt, Air Conditioning Compressor 1 as req'd
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation
Description
Labor Time
J0710
Pulley, Crankshaft Balancer - Replace
2.3 hrs
Part Request Form -- Warranty Parts Center To: Warranty Parts Center
WPC E-mail: warrantypartscenterusa@gm.com
WPC Fax #: 248-371-0192
Attn: Jeanette Dunn
Part Being Requested: 305
Dealer BAC (U.S.) / Dealer Code (Canada):
Dealer Name:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Contact Person:
Dealer Phone Number:
Repair Order Number:
Vehicle VIN:
Important: If you do not receive the part within 2 business days after e-mailing or faxing your part request to the Warranty Parts Center, please call WPC Customer Assistance at 248-371-9901/9902.
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.
WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION
© Copyright General Motors Corporation. All Rights Reserved.