Rear end clicking noise 'Thrust Washer' TSB.... DIY video.

[PQ]

That VIN is the first 47k made.

Mine was #9067 all the way back in May of 2009. My Vin# 109067

[1sweet11SS]

Originally Posted by PQ

That VIN is the first 47k made.

Mine was #9067 all the way back in May of 2009. My Vin# 109067

Copy that. I'm going to order the part today.

[CliffjumperRS]

Originally Posted by PQ

That VIN is the first 47k made.

Mine was #9067 all the way back in May of 2009. My Vin# 109067

Need to check the model year. on the VIN then. Should be an "A" for 2010, "B" for 2011. If the car in question is a 2011 then it wouldn't have the issue. This is the letter that precedes the "9" for Oshawa. No need to chase ghosts if the washers are already there.

[PQ]

Originally Posted by CliffjumperRS

Need to check the model year. on the VIN then. Should be an "A" for 2010, "B" for 2011. If the car in question is a 2011 then it wouldn't have the issue. This is the letter that precedes the "9" for Oshawa. No need to chase ghosts if the washers are already there.

If that's the case then I don't know.

[PQ]

So you are right. Cool.

2010, 2011, 2012 Camaro Vin Number Decoder (Vehicle-Identification-Number)


EXAMPLE: Vin Number 2G1FT1EW1A9000033 or 2-G-1-FT-1-E-W-1-A-9-000033 - 2010 Camaro #33!

World Make Identifiers:
2 - Country - Canada
G - Manufacturer - General Motors (GM)
1 - Vehicle type or manufacturing division - Chevrolet

Car Line / Series:
FT - Identifies the series - Camaro 2SS M/T

Body Style
1 - Coupe - 2 Door - Notchback

Restraint Codes:
E - Active manual belts - Airbags - Driver & Passenger

Engine Type:
W - Identifies the engine - Chevy/GM specific code (W = 6.2L LS3 V8) (J = 6.2L L99 V8) (V = 3.6L V6 SIDI LLT)

Check Digit:
1 - Check digit to verify VIN accuracy

Model Year:
A - Identifies the model year - A = 2010

Assembly Plant:
9 - Identifies the assembly plant for the vehicle - Oshawa #1

Production Sequence / Serial Number:
000033 - Identifies the sequence of the vehicle for production as it rolled off the manufacturers assembly line. Starting with 000001.

[Camaro_hx]

Thank You.

[PQ]

Originally Posted by Camaro_h

Thank You.

You had this noise?

[camaro-heater]

2010 SS M6 with Gforce axles. Do you need the thrust washers on the axles? What if you don't have them on?

[PQ]

Not sure on that. I'd guess that the makers of those axles would have said something about it. If it's not making noise then it won't hurt anything.

[joeybsyc]

My early build 2010 M6 SS has been making that clicking sound since new... I always thought it was in the rear brakes, but this seems to be exactly what it is. I think I still have some powertrain warranty left, I'm gonna call the dealership tomorrow with this TSB info and see if I can get it in and fixed... thanks for the heads up!

[PQ]

[Chevrolet Customer Svc]

Originally Posted by joeybsyc

My early build 2010 M6 SS has been making that clicking sound since new... I always thought it was in the rear brakes, but this seems to be exactly what it is. I think I still have some powertrain warranty left, I'm gonna call the dealership tomorrow with this TSB info and see if I can get it in and fixed... thanks for the heads up!

Joeybsyc,


I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been experiencing a clicking sound in your 2010 since new. That had to have gotten annoying in the past 4 years! We are glad to hear that you will be taking your car into the dealership. Please keep us updated with the outcome of your visit. If you would like me to check if you still have any warranties that may apply to your car, please PM us your name, VIN, current mileage, contact info and preferred dealership!



I look forward to hearing from you!


Jeff M
Chevrolet Customer Care

[joeybsyc]

Originally Posted by Chevrolet Customer Svc

Joeybsyc,


I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been experiencing a clicking sound in your 2010 since new. That had to have gotten annoying in the past 4 years! We are glad to hear that you will be taking your car into the dealership. Please keep us updated with the outcome of your visit. If you would like me to check if you still have any warranties that may apply to your car, please PM us your name, VIN, current mileage, contact info and preferred dealership!



I look forward to hearing from you!


Jeff M
Chevrolet Customer Care

Well, I called the dealership today and explained the issue, also provided the TSB#. Was told my powertrain warranty expired in June. (less than 2 months ago! ) The car only has 11,400 miles on it, but was put into service in June of 2009. (One of the first 5th gens to hit the streets) So they will not do the service without my paying for it out of pocket completely. Estimated at "about $150.00" This issue has been there since new, I just assumed it was the brake pads sticking on the rotors and never gave it much thought until reading this thread.

I'm sure it's one of the cars that never had the thrust washers installed from day 1, and has had the clicking in the rear end always.


Is there any way to get this service covered by GM since it's in fact been a problem since new and a direct result of the factory not installing all of the required parts? I'm less than 2 months past the 5 year powertrain warranty anyhow, and the mileage is way below 50,000. I would hope GM would be willing to help me out in a case like this.

[joeybsyc]

Is "Chevrolet Customer Svc" a real person? I see the same canned responses in a lot of posts. I PM'd you "Jeff M' and hope you will help me out.