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trm0002 · 06-09-2010, 10:19 PM

"I may not be a gm tech, but have been master certified with Mitsubishi and BMW, and currently am Master certified with Mercedes. I also am 1 of 2 lead technicians at my shop in charge of 5 other techs and have been professionally working on vehicles in a dealership enviroment for over 17 years. *I like helping when I can, but it seems these forums always just bash people who are truley trying to help. *I guess I'll keep my unqualified responses to myself."

Awwww... lighten up Francis...

Dont take it to heart. I for one welcome the knowledge brought here from whatever source, personal or professional, GM, Toyota, Lexus, MBenz, or whatever. Please continue to add your two cents when you feel it is necessary or helpful. I'm grateful for it. That's my two cents.

mercedestech · 06-09-2010, 10:21 PM

After rereading the post, decided to remove it.....

Camarofan69 · 06-09-2010, 10:51 PM

hopefully you are not mad at me for whatever reason. i didnt mean any harm in any of my posts.

CanadianCamaro · 06-09-2010, 11:26 PM

Anyhoo.... back to the regularly scheduled programing....

I understand that in the plant, they determined that when they have to replace a headliner that has had quality issues (gets damaged or something) that getting the new one in through the door opening is damn near impossible without creasing it. So the solution they came up with? Remove the windshield. Works great when you have the technology at your disposal.

Want to talk about overkill? My Dad was considering the new 2011 Ford diesel pickup for his next truck (you know, the new super fuel efficient one with the all new Ford designed engine). So he got a copy of the dealers information binder from a friend. When reading through that he came across this little phrase "On the all new 2011 model, service of the turbochargers will no longer require removal of the vehicle passenger cabin." Yes, you read that correctly....

Shifty 6 · 06-10-2010, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fireresq157

Sounds like they are clueless or BSing you. I seriously doubt GM engineered in having to remove the windshield on the car . My guess is they damaged it and told you that to cover it up.

Yeah, with my VW you have to remove the front of the car to get to the timing belt. REMOVE THE FRONT OF THE CAR!!!! sometimes car design is about compromise.....the owners.

masterofpuppets · 06-10-2010, 09:51 AM

They said "condenser coil", or atleast the last guy my dad talked to.

Good to know this isn't BS pulling the windshield. But now the wait begins on getting one, and getting it in

jrc1122 · 06-10-2010, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChevyTech

Actually... I just checked service information, If the EVAPORATOR required replacement the windshield DOES need to be removed. The heater box needs to be removed & opened to replace the evaporator, in order to remove the heater box, the Instrument Panel Tie Bar needs to be removed...

Removal Procedure for Tie Bar ...
•Remove the instrument panel trim pad assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement.
•Remove the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
•Remove the windshield. Refer to Windshield Replacement.

Not looking forward to one of those

boooo--- LOL-- this information ruined my joke

fireresq157 · 06-12-2010, 04:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChevyTech

Actually... I just checked service information, If the EVAPORATOR required replacement the windshield DOES need to be removed. The heater box needs to be removed & opened to replace the evaporator, in order to remove the heater box, the Instrument Panel Tie Bar needs to be removed...

Removal Procedure for Tie Bar ...
•Remove the instrument panel trim pad assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement.
•Remove the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
•Remove the windshield. Refer to Windshield Replacement.

Not looking forward to one of those

Wow looks like an extended warranty might be in the works for me. That looks like a 3000+ JOB between labor and parts and new windshield. I had a leak in my evaporator on my 97 years ago as it was that was costly for that car.

06-09-2010, 10:19 PM	#29
trm0002 VIN #2G1FT1EW6A9100074 Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS RJT VIN 00074 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Buffalo,NY 'burbs Posts: 4,216	"I may not be a gm tech, but have been master certified with Mitsubishi and BMW, and currently am Master certified with Mercedes. I also am 1 of 2 lead technicians at my shop in charge of 5 other techs and have been professionally working on vehicles in a dealership enviroment for over 17 years. I like helping when I can, but it seems these forums always just bash people who are truley trying to help. I guess I'll keep my unqualified responses to myself." Awwww... lighten up Francis... Dont take it to heart. I for one welcome the knowledge brought here from whatever source, personal or professional, GM, Toyota, Lexus, MBenz, or whatever. Please continue to add your two cents when you feel it is necessary or helpful. I'm grateful for it. That's my two cents. __________________

06-09-2010, 10:21 PM	#30
mercedestech Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM,2013 Mercedes ML350 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Akron Posts: 507	After rereading the post, decided to remove it..... __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Whipple 2.9L, Rotofab CAI and coil covers, XS Power LT's and full 3" exhaust, Vengeance kaotic cam package (trunion kit,dual springs,titanium retainers,hardened pushrods,c5r chain,ls2 tensioner, melling oil pump) Mgw shifter, 160 deg Tstat, prosport gauges, LPE dual pump, FIC 60lb injectors, level 5 DSS Axles 1994 Z28 MSD optispark, K&N CAI, Magnaflow y pipe..Cat..and cat back. 1998 wheels, custom tune(sold ) 1993 Base V6 sold to buy Z28 1994 Purple Pearl V6...sold 1979 Base Car with inline 250ci 6 cyl! My first car in 1989!

06-09-2010, 11:26 PM	#32
CanadianCamaro Drives: 2SS/RS IOM - A.K.A. DA ;) Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 2,046	Anyhoo.... back to the regularly scheduled programing.... I understand that in the plant, they determined that when they have to replace a headliner that has had quality issues (gets damaged or something) that getting the new one in through the door opening is damn near impossible without creasing it. So the solution they came up with? Remove the windshield. Works great when you have the technology at your disposal. Want to talk about overkill? My Dad was considering the new 2011 Ford diesel pickup for his next truck (you know, the new super fuel efficient one with the all new Ford designed engine). So he got a copy of the dealers information binder from a friend. When reading through that he came across this little phrase "On the all new 2011 model, service of the turbochargers will no longer require removal of the vehicle passenger cabin." Yes, you read that correctly.... __________________ "BBOMG - More than just a car show.... It's an experience!"

06-10-2010, 09:51 AM	#34
masterofpuppets Pulling your strings Drives: My girlfriend crazy with car talk Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,246	They said "condenser coil", or atleast the last guy my dad talked to. Good to know this isn't BS pulling the windshield. But now the wait begins on getting one, and getting it in __________________

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