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Warranty terms

3-YEAR/36,000-MILE NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
GM vehicles registered in the U.S.A. receive New Vehicle Limited Warranties that include the following:

  • Complete vehicle coverage:
    • 3-years/36,000-miles (whichever comes first).
    • Tires (covered for defects in materials and workmanship; not for normal wear and tear or road hazards).
    • Towing to your nearest Chevrolet dealership.
  • Rust-through corrosion protection:
    • 6-year/100,000-miles (whichever comes first).
  • Powertrain coverage:
    • Fully transferable 5-year/100,000 miles (whichever comes first). See dealer for details.

CORROSION PROTECTION

  • Chevrolet vehicles are designed and built to resist corrosion.
  • All body and sheet metal components are warranted against rust-through corrosion for 6-year/100,000-miles (whichever comes first).
  • Application of additional rust-inhibiting materials is not required under the corrosion coverage and none is recommended. See your Chevrolet dealer for terms of this limited warranty.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT ALTERATIONS AND WARRANTIES

  • Installations or alterations to the original GM-equipped vehicle (or chassis) are not covered by the General Motors New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • The special body company, assembler, equipment installer or upfitter is solely responsible for warranties on the body or equipment and any alterations (or any effect of the alterations) to any of the parts, components, systems or assemblies installed by GM.
  • General Motors is not responsible for the safety or quality of design features, materials or workmanship of any alterations by such suppliers.

GM PROTECTION PLAN
The GM Protection Plan is the only vehicle service and maintenance contract endorsed by General Motors and brought to you by GMAC Insurance, the insurance people from GMAC. The GM Protection Plan offers mechanical coverage for the parts and labor costs of repairing covered vehicle components against failure — even if it results from wear and tear (except in Kentucky). Depending on the level of coverage, additional benefits may include:

  • Roadside Assistance Program
  • Alternate transportation
  • Towing
  • Basic maintenance coverage for specific maintenance needs

Ask your dealer about the GM Protection Plan for coverage information and details.

100,000 MILE/5-YEAR FULLY TRANSFERABLE POWERTRAIN LIMITED
In addition to the 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage described in the Warranty Booklet, General Motors will:

  • Warrant each 2009 Chevy passenger car, light-duty truck or van for 5-year/100,000 miles (whichever comes first; see dealer for details) from the original in-service date of the vehicle, against warrantable repairs to the powertrain components of the vehicle. This transferable warranty features a zero-dollar deductible and can be transferred to another owner at no charge.
  • Cover repairs to correct any vehicle defect related to materials or workmanship occurring during the 5-year/100,000-mile Powertrain Limited Warranty term.
  • The transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty is in addition to the express conditions and warranties described in the Warranty Booklet. The coverage and benefits described in the Warranty Booklet under "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" are not extended or altered because of this special Powertrain Limited Warranty.

WHAT IS COVERED

Engine

  • Cylinder head and block
  • All internal lubricated parts
  • Manifolds
  • Timing gears and timing cover
  • Timing belt (until the first scheduled maintenance interval)
  • Flywheel
  • Oil pump/oil pump housing, water pump and fuel pump
  • Harmonic balancer
  • OHC carriers
  • Valve covers
  • Oil pan
  • Engine mount
  • Seals and gaskets
  • Turbocharger or supercharger
  • Fuel systems
    • Fuel pump
    • Fuel injectors
    • Throttle body
    • Fuel lines
    • Fuel rail
    • Diesel injection pump
    • Glow plugs and control module

Transmission/Transaxle

  • Case
  • All internal lubricated parts
  • Torque converter
  • Transmission/transaxle mounts
  • Seals
  • Gaskets

Drive Systems

  • Final drive housing
  • All internal lubricated parts
  • Axle shafts and axle shaft bearings
  • Constant velocity joints
  • Wheel bearings
  • Supports
  • Front hub bearings and rear-axle hub bearings
  • Seals and gaskets
  • Universal joints
  • Locking hubs
  • Front differential actuator

Towing
Towing is covered for 100,000 miles or 5 years, whichever comes first, to the nearest Chevrolet dealer if your vehicle cannot be driven because of a defect in material or workmanship. Contact the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center for towing. Refer to the Warranty Booklet for details.


COURTESY TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
Interim transportation may be available under the Chevrolet Courtesy Transportation Program if your vehicle requires warranty repairs. Please refer to your Owner's Manual for details or consult your dealer.


WHAT IS NOT COVERED
As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the scheduled maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual. In addition to the "What Is Not Covered" section of the Warranty Booklet, this Powertrain Limited Warranty does not cover the following items:

  • Powertrain wear items, such as clutch linings
  • Wear items, such as brake pads and shoes
  • Scheduled maintenance items, such as filters, coolants and fluids
  • Any damage caused by owner/lessee failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty
  • Damage due to accident, misuse, alteration or contaminated or poor quality fuel

NOTE: Interim maintenance, checks, inspections, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in the Owner's Manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition.


For more information on the GM Powertrain Limited Warranty, see your Chevy dealer.

Hybrid Warranty

Hybrid Specific Warranty
For vehicles sold in the United States, in addition to the Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage described previously, General Motors will warrant certain Hybrid components for each 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Two-Mode Hybrid, Chevrolet Silverado Two-Mode Hybrid, and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid (hereafter referred to as Hybrid) for 8 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, from the original in-service date of the vehicle, against warrantable repairs to the specific Hybrid components of the vehicle.


This warranty is for Hybrid vehicles registered in the United States, and normally operated in the United States respectively. In addition to the initial owner of the vehicle, the coverage described in this Hybrid warranty is transferable at no cost to any subsequent person(s) who assumes ownership of the vehicle within the above described 8 years or 100,000 mile term. No deductibles are associated with this Hybrid warranty.


This Hybrid warranty is in addition to the express conditions and warranties described previously. The coverage and benefits described under "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" are not extended or altered because of this special Hybrid Component Warranty.


For 2009 Hybrid owners requiring more comprehensive coverage than that provided under this Hybrid warranty, a GM Protection Plan may be available. See your Chevrolet dealer for more details.


WHAT IS COVERED
This Hybrid warranty covers repairs to correct any vehicle defect related to materials or workmanship occurring during the 8 year or 100,000 mile term for the following:

  • Transmission
    All automatic transmission components including the auxiliary transmission fluid pump assembly, flexplate assembly, electric machine rotor and stator.
  • Steering
    Electrohydraulic power steering pump and reservoir.
  • Brakes
    Brake apply system sensor on the brake pedal assembly.
  • Other Hybrid Components
    Starter Generator Control Module (SGCM), SGCM radiator, SGCM coolant pump and bottle; Energy storage box and components including batteries and control module; hood switch, electric power outlets, 3-phase cable assembly, hybrid control module.
  • Towing
    During the 8 year or 100,000 mile Hybrid warranty period, towing is covered to the nearest Chevrolet servicing dealer if your vehicle cannot be driven because of a warranted defect. Contact the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center for towing. Refer to the owner manual for details.
  • Courtesy Transportation Program
    During the 8 year or 100,000 mile Hybrid warranty period, interim transportation may be available under the Chevrolet or GMC Courtesy Transportation Program. Consult your dealer for details.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED
As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the scheduled maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual. In addition to the "What Is Not Covered" section of the Warranty, this Hybrid Component Warranty does not cover the following items:

  • Wear Items
    Wear items, such as brake linings, are not covered in this Hybrid warranty.
  • Maintenance
    As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the scheduled maintenance listed in your owner manual. Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in the owner manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by owner/lessee failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Scheduled maintenance includes such items as:
    • Brake Pads/Linings
    • Coolants and Fluids
    • Filters

NOTE: Interim maintenance, checks, inspections, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in the Owner's Manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition.


For more information on the Hybrid Warranty, see your Chevy dealer.


MALIBU HYBRID WARRANTY
In addition to the fully transferable Chevy 36,000-mile/3-year (whichever comes first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty and the 100,000-mile/5-year (whichever comes first) Powertrain Limited Warranty, GM will also warrant certain hybrid components on Malibu Hybrid models for 100,000 miles/8-year (whichever comes first). No deductibles are associated with the Malibu Hybrid warranty, which is transferable to any subsequent persons assuming ownership of the vehicle during the 100,000-mile/8-year warranty period. See your Chevy dealer for details.


MALIBU HYBRID COVERAGE

  • Hybrid Components
    The energy storage control module and components including the Hybrid Nimh batteries, Hybrid battery disconnect, and Hybrid battery cooling fan.
  • Starter Generator Unit
    The starter generator unit, starter generator control module, starter generator control module coolant pump, 3-phase cable assembly, starter generator drive belt, belt tensioner and brackets, belt pulley and brackets.
  • Other Hybrid Components
    The 42-volt cable assembly, auxiliary transmission pump, hill start valve, and cabin heater coolant pump.

SILVERADO TWO-MODE HYBRID WARRANTY

For vehicles sold in the United States, in addition to the bumper-to-bumper coverage and all other warranties that apply, General Motors will warrant certain Hybrid components for each Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid for:

  • 8-year/100,000 miles, whichever comes first, from the original in-service date of the vehicle, against warrantable repairs to the specific Hybrid components of the vehicle.
  • The Hybrid Component Warranty is in addition to the express conditions and warranties described in the Warranty Booklet. The coverage and benefits described in the Warranty Booklet under "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" are not extended or altered because of this special Hybrid Component Warranty. For Hybrid owners requiring more comprehensive coverage than that provided under this Hybrid Component Warranty, a GM Protection Plan may be available. See your Chevrolet dealer for more details.

SILVERADO TWO-MODE HYBRID COVERAGE

  • Transmission
    Automatic transmission components including the transmission auxiliary fluid pump, transmission auxiliary pump controller, and 3-phase transmission cables.
  • Other Hybrid Components
    The 300 volt Battery/Electrical System includes: Hybrid Wiring and Hybrid Control Modules, Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM), and Accessory Power Module.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED
In addition to the "What is Not Covered" section previously, this Hybrid warranty does not cover the following items:

  • Wear Items
    Wear items, such as brake linings, are not covered in this Hybrid warranty
  • Maintenance
    As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the scheduled maintenance listed in your owner manual. Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in the owner manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by owner/lessee failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Scheduled maintenance includes such items as:
    • Brake Pads/Linings
    • Coolants and Fluids
    • Filters

TAHOE TWO-MODE HYBRID WARRANTY

For vehicles sold in the United States, in addition to the bumper-to-bumper coverage and all other warranties that apply, General Motors will warrant certain Hybrid components for each Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid for:

  • 8-year/100,000 miles, whichever comes first, from the original in-service date of the vehicle, against warrantable repairs to the specific Hybrid components of the vehicle.
  • The Hybrid Component Warranty is in addition to the express conditions and warranties described in the Warranty Booklet. The coverage and benefits described in the Warranty Booklet under "New Vehicle Limited Warranty" are not extended or altered because of this special Hybrid Component Warranty. For Hybrid owners requiring more comprehensive coverage than that provided under this Hybrid Component Warranty, a GM Protection Plan may be available. See your Chevrolet dealer for more details.

TAHOE TWO-MODE HYBRID COVERAGE

  • Transmission
    Automatic transmission components including the transmission auxiliary fluid pump, transmission auxiliary pump controller, and 3-phase transmission cables.
  • Other Hybrid Components
    The 300 volt Battery/Electrical System includes: Hybrid Wiring and Hybrid Control Modules, Drive Motor/Generator Control Module (DMCM), and Accessory Power Module.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED
In addition to the "What is Not Covered" section previously, this Hybrid warranty does not cover the following items:

  • Wear Items
    Wear items, such as brake linings, are not covered in this Hybrid warranty
  • Maintenance
    As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the performance of the scheduled maintenance listed in your owner manual. Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in the owner manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by owner/lessee failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Scheduled maintenance includes such items as:
    • Brake Pads/Linings
    • Coolants and Fluids
    • Filters

POWERTRAIN COVERAGE
The powertrain is covered for 5 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, except for other coverages listed here under "What is Covered" and those items listed under "What is Not Covered" in this section.


Engine Coverage includes: All internally lubricated parts, the entire pressurized fuel system (in-tank fuel pump, pressure lines, fuel rail(s), regulator, injectors and return line). Also included are all actuators and electrical components internal to the engine (i.e.: Active Fuel Management Valve Lifter Oil Manifold, etc.) as well as the Engine/Powertrain Control Module, module programming, cylinder head, block, timing gears, timing chain, timing cover, oil pump/oil pump housing, OHC carriers, valve covers, oil pan, seals, gaskets, manifolds, flywheel, water pump, harmonic balancer, engine mount, starter motor, turbocharger and supercharger. Timing belts are covered until the first scheduled maintenance interval.


Exclusions: Excluded from the powertrain coverage are sensors, wiring, connectors, engine radiator, coolant hoses, fans, coolant and heater core. Coverage on the engine cooling system begins at the inlet to the water pump and ends with the thermostat housing and/or outlet that attaches to the return hose. Also excluded are engine oil cooling hoses lines and radiators.


Transmission/Transaxle Coverage includes: All internally lubricated parts, case, torque converter, mounts, seals and gaskets as well as any electrical components internal to the transmission/transaxle. Also covered are any actuators directly connected to the transmission (slave cylinder, etc.) as well as any Transmission Control Module and/or module programming.


Exclusions: Excluded from the powertrain coverage are transmission cooling lines, hoses, radiator, sensors, wiring and electrical connectors.


Transfer Case Coverage includes: All internally lubricated parts, case, mounts, seals and gaskets as well as any electrical components internal to the transfer case. Also covered are any actuators directly connected to the transfer case as well as encoder motor, transfer case control modules and/or module programming.


Exclusions: Excluded from the powertrain coverage are transfer case cooling lines, hoses, radiator, sensors, wiring and electrical connectors.


Drive Systems Coverage includes: All internally lubricated parts, final drive housings, axle shafts and bearings, constant velocity joints, propeller shafts, universal joints, wheel bearings, front and rear hub bearings, locking hubs, mounts, supports, seals, gaskets as well as any electrical components internal to the drive axle. Also covered are any actuators directly connected to the drive axle (i.e.: front differential actuator, etc.) as well as any drive system control module and/or module programming.


Exclusions: Excluded from the powertrain coverage are drive system cooling, lines, hoses, radiator, sensors, wiring and electrical connectors related to drive systems.

6.6L DURAMAX DIESEL POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY
For trucks equipped with the 6.6L Duramax Diesel engine, the complete engine assembly — including turbocharger components — is covered for 5 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. This warranty also features a $0 deductible and is transferable to another owner at no additional charge.


WHAT IS COVERED

  • Cylinder block and heads and all internal parts
  • Intake and exhaust manifolds
  • Timing gears
  • Timing gear chain or belt and cover
  • Flywheel
  • Harmonic balancer
  • Valve covers
  • Oil pan
  • Oil pump, water pump and fuel pump
  • Engine mounts, seals and gaskets
  • Diesel Fuel Metering System: injection pump, nozzles, high-pressure lines and high-pressure sealing devices
  • Fuel injection control module and left and right common fuel rails

    - Glow plugs and control module

For more information on the Duramax Diesel Warranty, see your Chevy dealer.