Pre-broken A/C

[Thor142]

So I got my 1LE last october and the weather has been cool here in Western NY since then. Yesterday I was in some city traffic and it was near 70 degrees so I turned on the A/C only to have hot air blow out at me. As if the factory never charged the system. I'm waiting on a call from the dealer to have it looked at.

[Pace]

Same thing happened to me back in 2011. There was a bulletin, something about it never shutting off properly and cracking. Took 2 days to fix at dealership (to get parts and stuff). Was at the time covered...and a reprogram of BCM.

[Thor142]

Originally Posted by Pace

Same thing happened to me back in 2011. There was a bulletin, something about it never shutting off properly and cracking. Took 2 days to fix at dealership (to get parts and stuff). Was at the time covered...and a reprogram of BCM.

Interesting. I do notice that often times when I start the car the A/c turns itself on and I need to turn it off. My 2014 2LT did the same thing.

[Pace]

Found the TSB

Document ID: 2662479
#11160: Customer Satisfaction - Loss of Air Conditioning - Reprogram Body Control Module - (May 23, 2011)





Subject:11160 - Loss of Air Conditioning - Reprogram Body Control Module


Models:2011 Chevrolet Camaro

*THIS PROGRAM IS IN EFFECT UNTIL MAY 31, 2013*

Condition:
Certain 2011 model year Chevrolet Camaro vehicles may have a condition in which the air conditioning compressor may not turn on or turn off. This could cause the compressor to fail, resulting in a loss of air conditioning.

Correction:
Dealers are to reprogram the body control module.

Vehicles Involved:
Involved are certain 2011 model year Chevrolet Camaro vehicles.
Important: Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the Required Field Actions section in the Global Warranty Management system. Not all vehicles may be involved.
For dealers with involved vehicles, a listing with involved vehicles containing the complete vehicle identification number, customer name, and address information has been prepared and will be provided to US and Canadian dealers through the GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports, or sent directly to export dealers. Dealers will not have a report available if they have no involved vehicles currently assigned.
The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than follow-up necessary to complete this program is a violation of law in several states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the follow-up necessary to complete this program.

Parts Information:
No parts are required for this program.

Service Procedure:
Do not attempt to order the calibration number from GM Customer Care and Aftersales. The calibration numbers required for this service procedure are programmed into control modules via a Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) with the calibration update. When using a MDI for reprogramming, ensure that is updated with the latest software version. Use TIS2WEB on or after 05/16/11 to obtain the calibration. If you cannot access the calibration, call the Techline Customer Support Center and it will be provided.



For step-by-step programming instructions, please refer to SI and the Techline Information System (TIS) terminal.
Verify that there is a battery charge of 12 to 15 volts. The battery must be able to maintain a charge during programming. Only use an approved Midtronics® PSC 550 Battery Maintainer (SPS Programming Support Tool EL-49642) or equivalent to maintain proper battery voltage during programming. <LI type=1>Reprogram the body control module (BCM). Refer to SI and Service Programming System (SPS) documentation for programming instructions, if required.
2.1. Connect the MDI to the vehicle.





2.2. Select J2534 MDI and Reprogram ECU from the Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process screen.

2.3. Select BCM Body Control Module -- Programming from the Supported Controllers screen.

2.4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Clear all diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Check the driver information center display for additional messages regarding further calibration instructions. If there are no additional driver information center instructions present, programming is complete.
Courtesy Transportation - For US and Canada:


The General Motors Courtesy Transportation program is intended to minimize customer inconvenience when a vehicle requires a repair that is covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranties. The availability of courtesy transportation to customers whose vehicles are within the warranty coverage period and involved in a product program is very important in maintaining customer satisfaction. Dealers are to ensure that these customers understand that shuttle service or some other form of courtesy transportation is available and will be provided at no charge. Dealers should refer to the General Motors Service Policies and Procedures Manual for Courtesy Transportation guidelines.


Warranty Transaction Information:

Submit a transaction using the table below.

Labor Operation



Description

Labor Time
V2434
Reprogram BCM
0.4


Customer Notification - For US and Canada:

General Motors will notify customers of this program on their vehicle (see copy of customer letter included with this bulletin).


Customer Notification - For Export:

Letters will be sent to known owners of record located within areas covered by the US National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. For owners outside these areas, dealers should notify customers using the attached sample letter.

Dealer Program Responsibility:

All unsold new vehicles in dealers' possession and subject to this program must be held and inspected/repaired per the service procedure of this program bulletin before customers take possession of these vehicles.



Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this program at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, through May 31, 2013.


Customers who have recently purchased vehicles sold from your vehicle inventory, and for which there is no customer information indicated on the involved vehicle listing, are to be contacted by the dealer. Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the instructions contained in this bulletin. A copy of the customer letter is provided in this bulletin for your use in contacting customers. Program follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose, since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter.

In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this program enters your vehicle inventory, or is in your facility for service through May 31, 2013, you must take the steps necessary to be sure the program correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
Dear General Motors Customer:
We have learned that your 2011 model year Chevrolet Camaro may have a condition in which the air conditioning compressor may not turn on or turn off. This could cause the compressor to fail, resulting in a loss of air conditioning.
Your satisfaction with your Camaro is very important to us, so we are announcing a program to prevent this condition.
What We Will Do: Your GM dealer will reprogram the body control module. This service will be performed for you at no charge until May 31, 2013 . After that, any applicable warranty will apply.
What You Should Do: To limit any possible inconvenience, we recommend that you contact your dealer as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this repair.
If you have any questions or concerns that your dealer is unable to resolve, please contact the appropriate Customer Assistance Center at the number listed below.
Division
Number
Text Telephones (TTY)
Chevrolet
1-800-222-1020
1-800-833-2438
Guam
65-6267-1752





Puerto Rico - English


1-800-496-9992

Puerto Rico - Español


1-800-496-9993


Virgin Islands


1-800-496-9994


Courtesy Transportation: If your vehicle is within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, your dealer may provide you with shuttle service or some other form of courtesy transportation while your vehicle is at the dealership for this repair. Please refer to your Owner Manual and your dealer for details on Courtesy Transportation.


We sincerely regret any inconvenience or concern that this situation may cause you. We want you to know that we will do our best, throughout your ownership experience, to ensure that your Camaro provides you many miles of enjoyable driving.


Jim Moloney

General Director,
Customer and Relationship Services
11160
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.

[Thor142]

So....the factory forgot to install the A/C belt LOL. Oh well. People make mistakes. No biggie. I did get to drive a sweet chevy cruze with -5hp for a day though LOL.