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Major Guard
Premium Service Coverage for Your Vehicle
Your car, truck or van is a major purchase and something you'll want to enjoy for years to come. Protect your vehicle, and likely enhance its value, with Major Guard, the premium and most comprehensive vehicle service contract from General Motors. With Major Guard, virtually every component of your vehicle is covered in the event of mechanical failure beyond the warranty period - even if caused by wear and tear *Wear and Tear Coverage: The applicable coverage in the event an orginal or like replacement part is unable to function in normal service.. Major Guard protects you against unexpected financial expenses by covering parts and labor costs. If repairs are necessary, they can be taken care of conveniently through any GM Dealership across the United States and Canada. Best of all, when you're on the road with Major Guard, you have the premium service contract endorsed by General Motors . . . and security and peace of mind for the life of your vehicle service contract.



	Parts and Labor Costs
	Virtually every mechanical, electrical and electronic component of your vehicle is covered against failure even if it results from wear and tear *Wear and Tear Coverage: The applicable coverage in the event an orginal or like replacement part is unable to function in normal service.. You're covered for parts and labor on:
	Engine Transmission / Transaxle Front / Rear-wheel-drive components Fuel delivery component Engine cooling component Heating and vehicle manufacturer-installed air conditioning components	Electrical, computer and audio components Braking system components Suspension (Front / Rear) Steering component High-tech components Seals and gaskets Safety components



	Roadside Assistance
	Major Guard provides 24-hour-a-day roadside assistance anywhere in the United States and Canada by calling our toll-free number for:
	Flat tire change Towing Battery jump Locksmith / Key service*** Out-of-gas fuel delivery



	Alternate Transportation
	If your vehicle is repaired under Major Guard, you're covered for alternate transportation. Major Guard will pay the cost to rent a replacement vehicle or for public transportation (some limits apply) when:
	Two or more manufacturer's labor time guide hours are required for the repair, or Your vehicle is not drivable and must be kept overnight**



	Trip Interruption
	If you are on a trip more than 100 miles from home and haven’t reached your destination, Major Guard will reimburse you up to $150 per day ($750 maximum) for unplanned hotel and/or restaurant expenses incurred if a covered component fails and requires more than a day to repair. All work must be completed at a licensed repair facility. No deductible will apply to the lodging and meal allowance. A deductible (if any) will apply to the vehicle repair. Original receipts must be provided. This coverage will come into effect after the Manufacturer’s coverage expires.



	Designed to Meet Your Needs
	Choose the Major Guard term best for your situation. Coverage is offered based on years of anticipated ownership and annual mileage driven. Deductible choices are available from $0 to $200, meaning you can limit or virtually eliminate unanticipated out-of-pocket expenses. Major Guard can be purchased at any time during the new vehicle warranty period; however, the earlier you buy, the better the value. You can even make Major Guard part of your monthly payment. Repair paperwork is gone too, because everything is taken care of by your GM dealer. Major Guard can be transferred to the new owner for a small administrative fee. With Major Guard, your vehicle is protected. Regardless of the terms you select, Major Guard will give you peace of mind for the long run.



	Component Coverage
	Covered Parts
	It's as simple as this: If it's not on the very short list of what's not covered, it's covered! For years, millions of Major Guard customers have known that, "From the engine to the trunk lock, if a part breaks - even if it results from wear and tear *Wear and Tear Coverage: The applicable coverage in the event an orginal or like replacement part is unable to function in normal service. - and it's not on the list of the few items not covered, Major Guard will pay for the repair less any applicable deductible - whatever the part!"

	Non-Covered Parts
	Sheet metal Body parts, panels and rails Bumpers Chassis frame Cross members Hinges Trim, moldings, and bright metal Paint Rust damage Convertible and vinyl tops Weather-strips Carpet and upholstery	Exhaust component and catalytic converter Tires Glass Lenses Sealed Beams Light Bulbs Batteries Brake drums Shock absorbers Squeaks , rattles, wind noise and odors Correction of air and water leaks

	Unless required in connection with a covered part we will not pay for: engine tune-up, suspension alignment, wheel balancing, filters, lubricants, engine coolant, drive belts, radiator hoses, heater and vacuum hoses, windshield wiper blades, air conditioning recharging, fluids, spark/glow plugs and wires, brake pads/linings and brake shoes/rotors, manual clutch disc, vehicle manufacturer recommended maintenance services and parts.

Every other part is covered!



	Depend on Major Guard to
	Protect you from unexpected covered repair expenses Ensure covered repairs are made by GM trained technicians or the facility of your choosing Keep you moving



	Take the Next Step
	Ask your GM dealer for all the details on Major Guard. Discover for yourself the good sense of protecting your vehicle purchase with this comprehensive premium service contract. Then relax and enjoy your vehicle knowing you're backed by premium Major Guard... that's peace of mind.

For a complete description of coverage, services, conditions and items not covered, refer to the sample Major Guard agreement. Parts used for Major Guard-covered repairs may be new, used or re-manufactured. To purchase a GM Protection Plan or Mechanical Repair Protection, contact your local GM dealer. * Kentucky state law requires coverage be limited to defects in materials and workmanship. Please see Major Guard agreement for details. *Locksmith/Key Service not available in Kansas.