Hi Jays Z06 -
The column lock problem will show a "Service column lock" message on the DIC.
I think the message you saw precedes the lock issue - you may want to have the CLB done if it has not been done already -
Here is some info on the TSB I found searching.
" Partial Text of Recall 01044A - September 6, 2001
(Note -- this was later superceeded -- see below)
Dealers are to install repair kit PN 88952427 for automatic transmission Corvettes in the US & Canada or repair kit PN 88952428 for all manual transmission Corvettes in the US & Canada.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
Involved are certain 1998-2000 Corvette model vehicles built within these VIN breakpoints:
YEAR - DIVISION - MODEL - PLANT - FROM - THROUGH
1998 - Chevrolet - Corvette - Bowling Green - W5123355 - W5131069
1999 - Chevrolet - Corvette - Bowling Green - X5100001 - X5133283
2000 - Chevrolet - Corvette - Bowling Green - Y5100001 - Y5116233
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Note the VIN number of my car
The most current recall (applicable text only):
GMP04-112 - 04006A - Electronic Column Lock System
MODELS: CERTAIN 1997-2004 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION, 1997-2000 CHEVROLET CORVETTE
EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AND CERTAIN 2001-2004 CHEVROLET CORVETTE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION – EUROPEAN EXPORT ONLY.
PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL #04006A - DATED: JULY 26, 2004
NOTE: THIS BULLETIN CANCELS AND REPLACES BULLETIN 04006, ISSUED APRIL 2004... ALL COPIES OF BULLETIN 04006 SHOULD BE DESTROYED.
...2. During quick cranks, the ECL lock pin may not withdraw fully and, in vehicles where there is abnormally low clearance to the lock
plate, there may be contact between the pin and lock plate. This can cause a noise or ratcheting when the steering wheel is turned or,
if there is insufficient clearance, the steering wheel cannot be turned.
If one of these conditions occurs, a crash could occur without warning.
Dealers are to remove the column lock plate on U.S. and Canadian vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. After the service
correction, the steering column will no longer lock when the key is removed.
On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, and export vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, dealers are to 1)reprogram the PCM, and 2) verify there is adequate lock plate clearance and, if necessary, replace the lock plate. After the service correction, the steering column will continue to lock when the key is removed.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Part Number Description Quantity/Vehicle
88952427 Harness Kit, Strg Whl Theft Dtrnt Lk Shorting (automatics except export vehicles) 1
88952428 Wire Kit, Strg Whl Theft Dtrnt Lk (1998-2000 manuals & export automatics) 1 (If Req'd)
26056108 Nut, Strg Whl 1 (If Req'd)
26094767 Plate, Strg Shf Lk (manuals except exports) 1 (If Req'd)
88964588 Plate, Strg Shf Lk (export) 1 (If Req'd)
05694191 Ring, Strg Shf Lk Plt Ret 1 (If Req'd)"
best regards -
mqqn
