Stealership voiding warranty....
12-19-2007, 10:09 PM
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Stealership voiding warranty....
Ok, first things first... Im not trading my balt in for the silverado... ended up not having ALL the money 
I will be keeping my balt for a couple of more months... I put my K&N short ram intake back on just for the hell of it.. hehehe 
Question: can the installation of the K&N short ram intake void any warranties? if so, what kind of problems could i be facing?
Im just trying to be EXTRA cautious since I wont be getting my silverado for a couple more months... i dont wana mess up the balt b4 then....
Thanks guys
I will be keeping my balt for a couple of more months... I put my K&N short ram intake back on just for the hell of it.. hehehe Question: can the installation of the K&N short ram intake void any warranties? if so, what kind of problems could i be facing?
Im just trying to be EXTRA cautious since I wont be getting my silverado for a couple more months... i dont wana mess up the balt b4 then....
Thanks guys
12-19-2007, 10:12 PM
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You're fine as long as you didn't screw up the MAF or drop things into the TB. lol
But seriously, you shouldn't have an issue at all. An intake is a pretty mild modification.
But seriously, you shouldn't have an issue at all. An intake is a pretty mild modification.
12-19-2007, 10:15 PM
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I didnt get any CEL's so i think i should be good...
Dam *****
jk
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12-19-2007, 10:21 PM
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If they ARE *****, see the thread: Your rights about your car warranty and aftermarket mods
Installation of a CAI is not cause alone for voiding the warranty, unless the dealership can prove that it contributed to whatever problems that are under consideration. This is important, the burden of proof is on the dealership. They will likely try to present some thinly-veiled "proof" (read: lie), or say that they have proof that you abused the car. Request any and all proof in writing (this is your right as the owner of the car), and if they keep trying to void the warranty, keep fighting it as long as you can. The first time they can't provide the proof they say they have, or the first hole you poke in their story by providing counter-evidence, it deflates the argument quite a bit.
If all else fails and the warranty is important enough, lawyer up. Often, a letter from an attorney is enough to shut the dealer up for good, no dealer likes getting sued over a warranty unless they have an ironclad case, which they rarely do. Obviously though, lawyers are expensive, but a voided warranty could potentially cost more, depending on the cost of the repairs.
Installation of a CAI is not cause alone for voiding the warranty, unless the dealership can prove that it contributed to whatever problems that are under consideration. This is important, the burden of proof is on the dealership. They will likely try to present some thinly-veiled "proof" (read: lie), or say that they have proof that you abused the car. Request any and all proof in writing (this is your right as the owner of the car), and if they keep trying to void the warranty, keep fighting it as long as you can. The first time they can't provide the proof they say they have, or the first hole you poke in their story by providing counter-evidence, it deflates the argument quite a bit.
If all else fails and the warranty is important enough, lawyer up. Often, a letter from an attorney is enough to shut the dealer up for good, no dealer likes getting sued over a warranty unless they have an ironclad case, which they rarely do. Obviously though, lawyers are expensive, but a voided warranty could potentially cost more, depending on the cost of the repairs.
12-19-2007, 10:33 PM
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Yes... yes they are...
Tooooo lazy to mess with the sig so i left it.. Lol... i get so caught up using Photoshop CS3.
If they ARE *****, see the thread: Your rights about your car warranty and aftermarket mods
Installation of a CAI is not cause alone for voiding the warranty, unless the dealership can prove that it contributed to whatever problems that are under consideration. This is important, the burden of proof is on the dealership. They will likely try to present some thinly-veiled "proof" (read: lie), or say that they have proof that you abused the car. Request any and all proof in writing (this is your right as the owner of the car), and if they keep trying to void the warranty, keep fighting it as long as you can. The first time they can't provide the proof they say they have, or the first hole you poke in their story by providing counter-evidence, it deflates the argument quite a bit.
If all else fails and the warranty is important enough, lawyer up. Often, a letter from an attorney is enough to shut the dealer up for good, no dealer likes getting sued over a warranty unless they have an ironclad case, which they rarely do. Obviously though, lawyers are expensive, but a voided warranty could potentially cost more, depending on the cost of the repairs.
Installation of a CAI is not cause alone for voiding the warranty, unless the dealership can prove that it contributed to whatever problems that are under consideration. This is important, the burden of proof is on the dealership. They will likely try to present some thinly-veiled "proof" (read: lie), or say that they have proof that you abused the car. Request any and all proof in writing (this is your right as the owner of the car), and if they keep trying to void the warranty, keep fighting it as long as you can. The first time they can't provide the proof they say they have, or the first hole you poke in their story by providing counter-evidence, it deflates the argument quite a bit.
If all else fails and the warranty is important enough, lawyer up. Often, a letter from an attorney is enough to shut the dealer up for good, no dealer likes getting sued over a warranty unless they have an ironclad case, which they rarely do. Obviously though, lawyers are expensive, but a voided warranty could potentially cost more, depending on the cost of the repairs.
OMG dude, THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THIS INFORMATION
This is EXACTLY what i was looking for
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03-29-2009, 09:25 AM
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I had complete bolt ons, 2.4 manifold and all, they didn't say anything to me.
Technically, they can void it for pretty much anything, provided that they can prove it caused engine problems. As long as you don't end up swallowing a rock or something and blowing it up, you shouldn't have a problem.
Technically, they can void it for pretty much anything, provided that they can prove it caused engine problems. As long as you don't end up swallowing a rock or something and blowing it up, you shouldn't have a problem.
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Nah you'll be fine just like said previously be careful with the mai sensor and your good make sure the inside of the intake is clean as well. And if the dealerships are like the ones I deal with, watch out because mind will void my warranty if they see it, so I built it to where I can easily bolt on and off. And I would def keep the stock intake don't throw it away.
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