Eventually...I now have a C6 Corvette. Questions...
Discussion
After a long search and decisions over whether I should get a C6 or, as I have had before, a C5, I have bitten the bullet and found a 2008 JSB C6 from Arizona which is now in my hands here in New Zealand 
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There are still a few initial problems to overcome - the battery failure (now done), and just waiting permits and compliance to get it registered.
Other queries I have, which after reading the manual, and listening to the DVD and CD, I cannot find the answers to;
I'm pleased I went for the C6 over the C5 as, despite the extra electrical features, it is another evolution step. Still very similar rear curves, just a smaller bum. Hopefully all road legal in the next few weeks
.There are still a few initial problems to overcome - the battery failure (now done), and just waiting permits and compliance to get it registered.
Other queries I have, which after reading the manual, and listening to the DVD and CD, I cannot find the answers to;
- the alarm system will beep the horn 3 times if a fob is in the car when locking. I only have fob 1, can this happen if the fob is outside the car and right next to it? It has happened a couple of times as I stand next to the car with the fob. I cannot find fob 2 anywhere inside the car.
- where can I purchase a new fob 2, including a blank, or cut, key.
- after changing the battery, to exit the drivers door, sometimes I have had to press the unlock door twice to open properly. First press opens the door but not 'unlatched'. Is this a feature to remind me the window is down or something?? I have reindexed the windows. Anything else?
- reading the corvetteforum.com, a quiet relay tinkle sound is normal when depressing the brake pedal. Is it?
- if I have to adjust the headlight alignment, is it simple? Apparantly accessed via one of the holes on the inner wing - but which one and how?
- are the sat nav discs available for New Zealand. I've contacted Navteq but no reply yet. Are they supplied to any other vehicle manufacturer?
I'm pleased I went for the C6 over the C5 as, despite the extra electrical features, it is another evolution step. Still very similar rear curves, just a smaller bum. Hopefully all road legal in the next few weeks
Hi Mark, looks like a very nice one, well worth waiiting for ?
As for your questions;
1) Mine has never done this, only when the fob was in the car.
Have you looked in the little slot on the left in the glovebox,
this is where you put a fob with knackered battery to start.
2) New fob and key, only from US, try www.gmpartshouse.com
3) Is the button your pressing the squareish one top right of door
or is it the round one on the door handle? I always press square
one then round one. From start up I only need to press the round one
to get out, i.e. from the garage, but after a run need to press both.
4) Never heard it, got Borla Stinger 11's on
5) Havent a clue, you could try asking Mitch at Bauer Millets, he should know.
6) I would think if vettes are imported by an authorised dealer in
New Zealand then yes, if not then no, but not sure.
Hopefully im being some help
Dave.
As for your questions;
1) Mine has never done this, only when the fob was in the car.
Have you looked in the little slot on the left in the glovebox,
this is where you put a fob with knackered battery to start.
2) New fob and key, only from US, try www.gmpartshouse.com
3) Is the button your pressing the squareish one top right of door
or is it the round one on the door handle? I always press square
one then round one. From start up I only need to press the round one
to get out, i.e. from the garage, but after a run need to press both.
4) Never heard it, got Borla Stinger 11's on
5) Havent a clue, you could try asking Mitch at Bauer Millets, he should know.
6) I would think if vettes are imported by an authorised dealer in
New Zealand then yes, if not then no, but not sure.
Hopefully im being some help
Dave.
Thanks Dave. I've looked all over including the glovebox slot but can only assume fob 2 missing and fob 1 is thought to be in the car hence 3 beeps.
It's a personal import and there doesn't appear to be a caring AND sharing Corvette community here. Maybe knowledge is power
Only had it a week and still to be registered but even as standard,it's bl00dy quick!
It's a personal import and there doesn't appear to be a caring AND sharing Corvette community here. Maybe knowledge is power
Only had it a week and still to be registered but even as standard,it's bl00dy quick!
Mark - Congrats on the new car. Looks great/lovely colour.
5) Headlights - Guess that you have done a lot of research before buying the car. My question is, when you talk about "adjusting the alignment" do you mean the need to have headlights that dip to the left to meet the NZ regulations/testing requirements?
If so, there is a longish thread on here from April 2010 entitled "Adjusting lights for Europe." I cannot give you the link for that as the PH search facility appears to be kaput. Suggest that you try and find it and have a look. In it, Mitch the MD/owner at Bauer-Millett says "You can use a US lamp to form a flat beam pattern, they cannot achieve a bias to LH (or RH) rule of the road." Hope this doesn't mean you are gonna have to buy some UK spec left dipping headlights? They are expensive items.
If you are just talking about an up or down adjustment, this would appear to cover it:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
5) Headlights - Guess that you have done a lot of research before buying the car. My question is, when you talk about "adjusting the alignment" do you mean the need to have headlights that dip to the left to meet the NZ regulations/testing requirements?
If so, there is a longish thread on here from April 2010 entitled "Adjusting lights for Europe." I cannot give you the link for that as the PH search facility appears to be kaput. Suggest that you try and find it and have a look. In it, Mitch the MD/owner at Bauer-Millett says "You can use a US lamp to form a flat beam pattern, they cannot achieve a bias to LH (or RH) rule of the road." Hope this doesn't mean you are gonna have to buy some UK spec left dipping headlights? They are expensive items.
If you are just talking about an up or down adjustment, this would appear to cover it:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
Edited by Silver C6 on Friday 4th January 21:56
Edited by Silver C6 on Friday 4th January 21:57
Edited by Silver C6 on Friday 4th January 22:49
Congratulations Mark, you certainly don't see many JSB cars over here anymore. Dealing with your questions in order....
1. The fobs can be prone to interference. If you turn off the ignition open your door but let it fall on the latch before you get out the fob reminder can be triggered. The rear hatch sensor can sometimes pick up the fob if you climb out and walk around the back of the car just after turning off the ignition. Is the fob reminder being triggered every time you climb out? If so make sure you check the rear boot compartments that the second fob wasn't dropped there.
2. We can supply a replacement fob and I think we can supply a pre-cut blade as long as we have detailed proof of ownership. However, given your location we cannot help you programme it as you would need access to Tech2 at the minimum.
3. Not sure what is going on here. Are you saying that upon pressing the release button the first time the window is not dropping sufficiently to allow the door to open or is the door just not clearing the latch effectively causing the first to drop the door onto the safety and the second releasing the latch completely?
4. Yes. Audible on Cadillac's and Corvette's alike.
5. As Peter said previously this depends on what you are trying to achieve. U.S. lamps can be made flat beam, Euro lamps are effectively unmodifiable. You have minor adjustment if the lamps have not been installed correctly but if you are attempting to form a lifted beam pattern then you won't manage it without replacing the lamps.
6. Don't think so but can't say for certain. If there is no official dealer then GM won't have been too bothered to cover it.
1. The fobs can be prone to interference. If you turn off the ignition open your door but let it fall on the latch before you get out the fob reminder can be triggered. The rear hatch sensor can sometimes pick up the fob if you climb out and walk around the back of the car just after turning off the ignition. Is the fob reminder being triggered every time you climb out? If so make sure you check the rear boot compartments that the second fob wasn't dropped there.
2. We can supply a replacement fob and I think we can supply a pre-cut blade as long as we have detailed proof of ownership. However, given your location we cannot help you programme it as you would need access to Tech2 at the minimum.
3. Not sure what is going on here. Are you saying that upon pressing the release button the first time the window is not dropping sufficiently to allow the door to open or is the door just not clearing the latch effectively causing the first to drop the door onto the safety and the second releasing the latch completely?
4. Yes. Audible on Cadillac's and Corvette's alike.
5. As Peter said previously this depends on what you are trying to achieve. U.S. lamps can be made flat beam, Euro lamps are effectively unmodifiable. You have minor adjustment if the lamps have not been installed correctly but if you are attempting to form a lifted beam pattern then you won't manage it without replacing the lamps.
6. Don't think so but can't say for certain. If there is no official dealer then GM won't have been too bothered to cover it.
mitch_ said:
1. The fobs can be prone to interference. If you turn off the ignition open your door but let it fall on the latch before you get out the fob reminder can be triggered. The rear hatch sensor can sometimes pick up the fob if you climb out and walk around the back of the car just after turning off the ignition. Is the fob reminder being triggered every time you climb out? If so make sure you check the rear boot compartments that the second fob wasn't dropped there.
It happens occasionally and I think it must be sensing fob 1. I've thought fob 2 could be lost in the car somewhere but if it is, it's hidden very well! If it was there though, it would beep x3 every time wouldn't it??mitch_ said:
2. We can supply a replacement fob and I think we can supply a pre-cut blade as long as we have detailed proof of ownership. However, given your location we cannot help you programme it as you would need access to Tech2 at the minimum.
I can give you copies of title transfer to me and once registered here I'll have the NZ 'log book'. Can't I reprogramme it in the glovebox slot or is it not that simple?mitch_ said:
3. or is the door just not clearing the latch effectively causing the first to drop the door onto the safety and the second releasing the latch completely?
Yes - that's the one. Not every time, just if the window is down or the engine still running.mitch_ said:
4. Yes. Audible on Cadillac's and Corvette's alike.
Phew. That's good it's a normal noise. With the TVR I am used to 'they all do that sir'.mitch_ said:
5. As Peter said previously this depends on what you are trying to achieve. U.S. lamps can be made flat beam, Euro lamps are effectively unmodifiable. You have minor adjustment if the lamps have not been installed correctly but if you are attempting to form a lifted beam pattern then you won't manage it without replacing the lamps.
I'm preparing for some adjustment but won't know until compliance, similar to SVA but not as comprehensive. Flat beam should be OK, would my 2006 Chrysler 300C have had HID flat beam? I think it's just a left/right adjustment required to avoid dazzling oncoming drivers.mitch_ said:
6. Don't think so but can't say for certain. If there is no official dealer then GM won't have been too bothered to cover it.
Only Holden products by GM here and I believe same maps are used by Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep so will follow up with Navteq. Thanks for the advice - just what Pistonheads is all about.
Hi there, lovely colour car.
I also thought you can program any fob using the slot in the glove box and your DIC, only one of my fobs works so after replacing the battery I will probably have to sync it.
One of many threads on the subject
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
I also thought you can program any fob using the slot in the glove box and your DIC, only one of my fobs works so after replacing the battery I will probably have to sync it.
One of many threads on the subject
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
Edited by Chevykevv on Saturday 5th January 16:02
Chevykevv said:
Hi there, lovely colour car.
I also thought you can program any fob using the slot in the glove box and your DIC, only one of my fobs works so after replacing the battery I will probably have to sync it.
One of many threads on the subject
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
To sync the fob you have to put the key in the boot lock and open it. With the key still in the lock turn it to the right five times and it will sync the fob.I also thought you can program any fob using the slot in the glove box and your DIC, only one of my fobs works so after replacing the battery I will probably have to sync it.
One of many threads on the subject
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-corvette-genera...
Edited by Chevykevv on Saturday 5th January 16:02
Congrats Mark
JSB is one of my favourite colours and quite rare. They look fantastic with black wheels, well VHR's did anyway.
I replaced batteries in both my fobs and didn't have to resync anything. As for the 3 honks and fob in car warning, for me replacing the fob batteries helped but I sometimes still get this when parking the car in he garage. I figure it's because I'm still quite close to the car etc. I don't have this issue anywhere else.
JSB is one of my favourite colours and quite rare. They look fantastic with black wheels, well VHR's did anyway.
I replaced batteries in both my fobs and didn't have to resync anything. As for the 3 honks and fob in car warning, for me replacing the fob batteries helped but I sometimes still get this when parking the car in he garage. I figure it's because I'm still quite close to the car etc. I don't have this issue anywhere else.
BlackZeD said:
Hi Kevv, I changed both batteries in my fobs and didnt
have to sync anything.
I only have one wheel sensor not working dunno if its the
sensor or just needs sorting with a tech 2.
It shows XX instead of any pressure reading.
Dave.
C6's require a TPMS tool, the modules cannot be re-trained using Tech2 and we haven't found any other ways that work either. The magnet trick only works on C5's.have to sync anything.
I only have one wheel sensor not working dunno if its the
sensor or just needs sorting with a tech 2.
It shows XX instead of any pressure reading.
Dave.
Gixer said:
Think you might have more luck at one of the Saab garages that were servicing Vettes. Isn't it Whitmores are something? Or perhaps the pdi center in Milton Keynes?? Failing that you have a great excuse for a nice drive to Manchester.
Whitequay (in Reading)? The Corvette Europe website seems to have disappeared? Should we be worried? That used to list Whitequay and the Vauxhall/Saab dealer in Wimbledon as the only 2 GM authorised Vette service outlets in addition to Bauer-Millett of course. Wonder if that is still the case? I was informed recently that Stratstone no longer have anything to do with Corvette and no longer have any of the required technical subscriptions. The PDI centre may still be able to handle routine maintenance issues such as TPMS but I think that is it. Not sure of about what Whitequay are up to. Not aware that Vauxhall or Chevrolet dealers need the TPMS module as I think it is intended for North American vehicles. One of the Camaro dealers might be able to help but I can't swear to it. Wish I could be more helpful but it's a bugger of an issue.
Chevrolet dealer search thing sucks! You just can not have "Show me all corvette dealers". You have look through every area one by one to see which models each dealer sells . For Finland it is easy, We do not have even one official Corvette dealer, but I would like to know German dealer if that is the only way to buy eurospec C7.
mitch_ said:
2. We can supply a replacement fob and I think we can supply a pre-cut blade as long as we have detailed proof of ownership. However, given your location we cannot help you programme it as you would need access to Tech2 at the minimum.
Can I get the fob#2 and key from B-M or am I best to order via the US?The manual says in chapter 2-6 I can reprogram the new fob myself as mentioned earlier - turn key x5 etc...
Well, Mr M at Bauer-Millett is the only GM authorised new Vette dealer in the UK. He is also the only used Vette seller in the UK that takes the time and trouble to come on here and give us Vette fans/owners his great free advice and help. I think he deserves our business just for that?
Edited by Silver C6 on Saturday 12th January 12:39
mark387mw said:
Can I get the fob#2 and key from B-M or am I best to order via the US?
The manual says in chapter 2-6 I can reprogram the new fob myself as mentioned earlier - turn key x5 etc...
I will check with my parts guys about the documentation required to order these for you but I don't see a problem. I have never tried training a fob without using Tech2 but I will check the procedure you mentioned. Hope you're enjoying it!The manual says in chapter 2-6 I can reprogram the new fob myself as mentioned earlier - turn key x5 etc...
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