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Rockhead · 07-06-2014, 01:53 PM

I get a burnt rubber smell when I drive mine. ��

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 07-06-2014, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by donathonnn

So I just bought a 2LS Camaro on July 4th. Picked it up the next day and while I was driving home I noticed a very strong burnt smell I'm the cabin and outside. It seems like the smell is coming from the engine bay. Has this happened to anybody else? What should I do?

donathonnn,

Congrats on the new Camaro, but I realize how displeasing it can be when faced with an odor concern like this, and though you're seeking thoughts and opinions, I would be happy to communicate this situation with the designated Customer Experience Manager at your preferred dealer if you feel an official diagnosis is necessary. Feel free to message us privately if you'd like to proceed, or discuss this situation further.

William R.
Chevrolet Customer Care

goinggone14 · 07-07-2014, 11:45 AM

If your 2LS happens to be manual than it's also your brand new clutch getting its first slip. Pretty typical for about 500-1000 miles depending on how you drive

This is incorrect. My mistake.

Angrybird 12 · 07-07-2014, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by goinggone14

If your 2LS happens to be manual than it's also your brand new clutch getting its first slip. Pretty typical for about 500-1000 miles depending on how you drive

All 2LS's are automatics, all 1LS's are manuals.

RubberChicken · 07-07-2014, 11:52 AM

I say it wouldn't hurt to pop the hood and make sure all caps are on tightly. Look for stains on the engine itself and elsewhere to ensure there isn't a leak. I know it's a new car, but human error happens. A seal or clamp might not have been secured properly during manufacturing.

goinggone14 · 07-07-2014, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

All 2LS's are automatics, all 1LS's are manuals.

My mistake - assumed they were like the 2LT and 2SS where the option was available, although uncommon.

donathonnn · 07-08-2014, 03:54 AM

Thanks everybody for all the info on that. The smell has gone down a good amount since then. Really enjoying my new Camaro!

Criticalmass · 07-09-2014, 01:53 PM

Catalytic converters burning in. Happens on all new cars. It should go away within a few hundred miles.

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07-07-2014, 11:45 AM	#17
goinggone14 Drives: 2014 Camaro 1SS / RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: New Jersey Posts: 394 View My Garage	If your 2LS happens to be manual than it's also your brand new clutch getting its first slip. Pretty typical for about 500-1000 miles depending on how you drive This is incorrect. My mistake. Last edited by goinggone14; 07-07-2014 at 12:12 PM.

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RubberChicken Drives: 2011 IBM 1LT w white Rally Stripes Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Dallas Posts: 396 View My Garage	I say it wouldn't hurt to pop the hood and make sure all caps are on tightly. Look for stains on the engine itself and elsewhere to ensure there isn't a leak. I know it's a new car, but human error happens. A seal or clamp might not have been secured properly during manufacturing. __________________

07-08-2014, 03:54 AM	#21
donathonnn donathonn Drives: 95 integra, 2014 2LS Camaro Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Leandro Posts: 7	Thanks everybody for all the info on that. The smell has gone down a good amount since then. Really enjoying my new Camaro!

07-09-2014, 01:53 PM	#22
Criticalmass Drives: 2014 Ford Mustang GT Premium Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 269	Catalytic converters burning in. Happens on all new cars. It should go away within a few hundred miles.