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Value Guard
Quality Broad Service Coverage for Your Vehicle
Your car, truck or van is a significant purchase. You'll want to protect it for as long as you drive it. With Value Guard you can protect your vehicle - and your budget - and likely enhance its resale value. Value Guard, a broad-coverage vehicle service contract endorsed by General Motors, frees you from the worry of unexpected and costly bills for covered repairs. This vehicle service contract covers parts and labor expenses for nine major vehicle components in the event of mechanical failure beyond the warranty period - 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.. With Value Guard, there are no unexpected financial surprises for covered parts and labor expenses. If repairs are necessary, they can be taken care of conveniently through any GM dealership across the United States and Canada. Put yourself on the road with Value Guard and you'll have General Motors-endorsed coverage and peace of mind for the life of your vehicle service contract.



	Parts and Labor Costs
	Specific components within nine major components of your vehicle are covered against mechanical 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.. That includes parts and labor on:

	Engine — Gasoline / Diesel
	Cylinder block, heads, and all lubricated internal engine parts Manifolds Timing gears, timing gear chain/belt and cover Flywheel Oil pump/ oil pump housing Seals and gaskets Water pump Harmonic balancer Valve covers Oil pan	Engine mounts Turbocharger/ supercharger housings, internal parts, valves, seals and gaskets Crankshaft bearings Valve train Crankshaft seals - front and rear Camshaft bearings Connecting rods and bearings

	Fuel Delivery Component
	GASOLINE ENGINE Fuel pump EFI sensors/control units Injectors/throttle body component	DIESEL ENGINE Diesel fuel injection pump Lines Nozzles Vacuum pump

	Steering component
	Electric power steering motor control module Gear housing and all internal parts Rack and pinion	Power steering pump Steering shaft couplings Seals and gaskets

	Transmission / Transaxle
	Case and all internal parts Torque converter Transfer case Vacuum modulator Transmission mounts Seals and gaskets Input/output shafts	Forward and intermediate clutch Direct clutch Bands Governor Thrust bearings, washers Electronic control unit

	Front / Rear- wheel-drive components
	FRONT-WHEEL DRIVE Final drive housing and all internal parts Axle shafts and axle shaft bearings Constant velocity joints Axle housing and all internal parts Wheel bearings Axle/supports Front hub bearings Seals and gaskets Differential, bearings and case	REAR-WHEEL DRIVE Axle shafts and axle shaft bearings Axle housing and all internal parts Propeller shafts "U" joints Wheel bearings Locking hubs Rear axle hub bearings Seals and gaskets Differential side, pinion gears Disc or cone-limited slip

	Electrical component
	Starter motor and solenoid Alternator/generator Voltage regulator, wiring harnesses, manually operated switches,wiper motors, ignition switch (lock cylinder) Distributor module	Electronic level control compressor, sensor, and control Electronic spark control detonation sensor and control Distributor Electronic instrument cluster, and diagnostic displays

	Front suspension
	Upper mount and bearing Upper and lower control arms Control arm shafts and bushings Upper and lower ball joints	Steering knuckles Seals Stabilizer shaft Wheel bearings

	Vehicle manufacturer-installed air conditioning component
	Compressor Clutch and clutch bearing Pulley Condenser Evaporator Accumulator	High/low pressure compressor cut-off switch Pressure cycling switch Seals and gaskets Temperature control programmer

	Braking components
	Master cylinder Assist boosters Wheel cylinders Combination valve Hydraulic lines and fittings Disc calipers	Seals and gaskets Pressure modulator valve/dump valve ABS electronic brake control module (including pump motor and accumulator)



	Towing
	If a covered system fails, Value Guard will provide authorization or reimbursement for towing (some limits apply)**.



	Alternate Transportation
	If your vehicle is repaired under Value Guard, you're covered for alternate transportation. Value Guard will pay the cost to rent a replacement vehicle or for public transportation (some limits apply) whenever:
	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**



	Designed to Meet Your Needs
	Choose the Value 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 minimize unanticipated out-of-pocket expenses for covered repairs. Value Guard can be purchased at any time during the new vehicle limited warranty period, but the earlier you buy, the better the value. If a vehicle is out-of-warranty when it is purchased, Value Guard can only be obtained at the time of vehicle purchase. You can even make Value Guard part of your monthly payment. Repair paperwork is gone too, because everything is taken care of by your GM Dealer. You may also enhance your vehicle's value, because if you sell your vehicle, Value Guard can be transferred to the new owner for a small administrative fee. With Value Guard, your vehicle is protected. Regardless of the exact term you select, Value Guard will give you peace of mind for the long run.



	Count on Value 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 the details of Value Guard. Discover for yourself the good sense of protecting your vehicle purchase with this quality vehicle service contract. Then relax and enjoy your vehicle knowing you're backed by Value Guard... that's peace of mind.

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