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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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Wheels/Tires - Chrome/Steel Valve Stem Cap Precautions
2004 Pontiac Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN ESECTION Wheels/Tires - Chrome/Steel Valve Stem Cap Precautions
INFORMATION
Bulletin No.: 08-03-10-005A
Date: March 31, 2009
Subject:
Use of Chrome or Chrome Plated Steel Valve Caps on Aluminum Valve Stems
Models:
2010 and Prior GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks (including Saturn)
2010 and Prior HUMMER H2, H3
2009 and Prior Saab 9-7X
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to include the 2010 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-03-10-005 (Section 03 - Suspension).
This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers about the use of chrome or chrome-plated steel valve caps on aluminum valve systems.
Dealers/customers cannot install a chrome or chrome-plated steel valve cap on an aluminum valve system. If this happens, the contact between the different metals results in galvanic corrosion, which will seize the cap to the stem and may fracture the stem when attempting to remove the cap.
Inform customers of corrosion issues when chrome or chrome-plated steel valve caps are used on aluminum valve stems.
Use only plastic or aluminum caps with aluminum valve systems.
Bulletin No.: 08-03-10-005A
Date: March 31, 2009
Subject:
Use of Chrome or Chrome Plated Steel Valve Caps on Aluminum Valve Stems
Models:
2010 and Prior GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks (including Saturn)
2010 and Prior HUMMER H2, H3
2009 and Prior Saab 9-7X
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to include the 2010 model year. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-03-10-005 (Section 03 - Suspension).
This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers about the use of chrome or chrome-plated steel valve caps on aluminum valve systems.
Dealers/customers cannot install a chrome or chrome-plated steel valve cap on an aluminum valve system. If this happens, the contact between the different metals results in galvanic corrosion, which will seize the cap to the stem and may fracture the stem when attempting to remove the cap.
Inform customers of corrosion issues when chrome or chrome-plated steel valve caps are used on aluminum valve stems.
Use only plastic or aluminum caps with aluminum valve systems.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.