Took the C8 in for an oil change and left with a Malibu...[C8 Transmission Failure]
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Really concerning to hear about all these DCT issues. It seems to be a bigger issue than I first thought. I hope that you all get on the road soon. It definitely seems to be a good idea for an extended warranty on this car, even though I thought at first that they were a dealer cash grab.
DenisC8
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My transmission arrived today at the dealership, but I was told that they don’t need to order any other parts or gasket. I am somewhat confused but l will leave it up to the professionals.
It likely comes with all that.
While we’re on the topic of transmissions. Has anyone encountered this. I was in a parking lot and put the car in drive and started driving very slow. I advanced about 5 meters and the car came to an abrupt stop and the transmission jumped into park. I was thinking of waiting to see if it happens again before bringing it in to be looked at.
Not me and my wife likely does that a ton. I can't think of a single reason for it to do that. Like you I'd try and repeat it because the dealer will do nothing if it can't be duplicated at will
Hi Rebby, I like the black wrap you did on your car.
Thanks I didn’t want it give it the convertible Look. The transparent roof led me to going black. Now that I have had the car for a while, regretting the transparent roof. Sun shines in through there too much for me. I guess I’ll try and look cool wearing sunglasses.
Where did you go for the wrap, everyone I talk to want $1500 for a few strips of the wrap
I live in London and went to Scottys Shine shop. They did the PPF and the wrap and did a great job. I would definitely give them a call.
I agree, the transparent roof lets in too much light. I guess that's why they called it transparent.
I think I may get mine tinted to tone the sunlight down.
I went to the place that did the PPF on my car and told him my concern with the roof. They also do tinting however said their was nothing he could do to reduce the amount of light coming in.
if you find a solution I’d love to know.
Then WTF does tinting do if not reduce the light coming in???
Rebby, a quick Google search gave me the following info.
Most tint shops will not tint the transparent top because it is made of polycarbonate which isn't
compatible with the tint adhesive.
A number of owners on the forums have had their's tinted and report no problems, however they were told
should they want to remove it there could be a problem as the tint adhesive needs to be heated to remove
and it may not all come off the top.
One tint shop owner said he was told not to tint them as it doesn't allow even heating of the top thickness
and could cause stress to the polycarbonate leading to cracking.
Most owners had purchased a cover that is held in place by suction cups. It is 3/4" thick so it reduces headroom,
but apparently looks original and can be quickly installed and removed.
It is $129 US at RPI Designs.
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Update Friday, June 25th: (Day 16)
Got the car back around noon yesterday!!
Yes The oil was changed and also had 2 quarts of DCT fluid added.
Felt great on the drive home, thank you to GM, the crew at the dealership and the techs that worked on the car. Appreciated the updates and friendly service.
It is great to have the car back. Best of luck to the others waiting on some service.
Got the car back around noon yesterday!!
Yes The oil was changed and also had 2 quarts of DCT fluid added.
Felt great on the drive home, thank you to GM, the crew at the dealership and the techs that worked on the car. Appreciated the updates and friendly service.
It is great to have the car back. Best of luck to the others waiting on some service.