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GREAT CHOICE COVERAGE CONTRACT :

THIS CONTRACT CANNOT BE CANCELED AFTER 90 DAYS

Covered Components

Engine: All internal Components of the engine that require lubrication for operation. Oil pump, harmonic balancer, engine block, cylinder heads, oil pan, and timing chain cover are also covered only if damaged by failure of a covered internally lubricated engine Component.

Transmission: All internal Components of the transmission that require lubrication for operation. Torque converter, vacuum modulator, accumulator, electronic shift control unit, transmission case, and oil pan are covered only if damaged by failure of a covered internally lubricated transmission Component.

Drive Axle (Front and Rear): All internally lubricated Components contained within the drive axle housing, plus the following: locking hubs, drive shafts, center support bearings, universal joints, constant velocity joints (except when damaged as a result of a torn or missing CV boot). Drive axle housing and differential cover are covered only if damaged by failure of a covered internally lubricated drive axle Component.

Cooling System: Engine cooling fan and motor, water pump, and fan clutch.

Air Conditioning System: Condenser, compressor, evaporator, expansion valve, and blower motor. The following Components are also covered if required in connection with the repair of a listed Covered Component: accumulator/receiver dryer and orifice tube.

Fuel System: Fuel delivery pump, fuel injection pump, and metal fuel delivery lines.

Electrical: Alternator, voltage regulator, starter motor, starter solenoid, ignition switch, front and rear window wiper motor and switch, washer pump and switch, headlamp switch, turn signal switch, rear defogger switch, heater/A.C. blower speed switch, power window motor and switch, power door lock actuator and switch.

4x4 Transfer Case: All internal Components of the transfer case that require lubrication for operation.

Seals & Gaskets: Seals and gaskets are replaced only as part of repair or replacement of Covered Components. Leaking gaskets or seals are not covered.


General Terms and Conditions

Car Rental & Towing: This product warranty provides a total of $150 for car rental and a total of $100 for towing. Car rental & towing will be paid on valid, authorized claims only. Acceptable records/receipts will be required in the event of a claim.

Labor & Diagnostic Charges: In conjunction with an authorized claim on Covered Components, labor and diagnostic charges are paid. No labor or diagnostic charges are paid on unauthorized claims or Non-Covered Components.

Replacement Parts: In case of a failure of a Covered Component, the Administrator’s obligation is limited to repairing or replacing broken Covered Components including the replacement of all lost fluids and product additive. Worn or burned Components are not covered. Covered Components will be replaced with like kind and quality based on Administrator’s discretion.

Transferability: This product warranty is transferable to a second owner of the Vehicle or to a replacement engine and/or transmission, provided Administrator is notified in writing, all acceptable maintenance records are reviewed and approved prior to the transfer, and a $75 transfer fee is paid. Please direct questions regarding transfers to transfer@cdwsnow.com.

Administrator’s Right to Terminate Benefits: In the event of a claim, Administrator reserves the right to terminate the benefits of this product warranty upon the discovery of fraud or misrepresentation of a material fact by the Purchaser or the Purchaser’s representative.

Evidence of fraud or misrepresentation is forwarded to the proper state and federal authorities. Any Vehicle used in the commission of a crime will have all benefits terminated.

Purchaser Rebate Guarantee (PRG): Administrator will refund the retail purchase price of this product warranty or $2,500, whichever is less, provided that the Administrator has received Agreement and payment in full, subject to the terms and conditions that are outlined:

Benefits must be activated and remain in force for the full term and the Vehicle must be registered to original Purchaser at the expiration date and mileage of the product warranty. The PRG benefits are payable only to original Purchaser as shown on Agreement and are NOT transferable to any other party. To be eligible for PRG benefits: this product warranty must expire by both time and mileage and no claims or benefits shall have been paid. Rebates on 3 Years / Unlimited Miles term will be based upon 100,000 miles from mileage at sale as expiration mileage for PRG calculations. Original Purchaser must provide acceptable documentation that all activation and maintenance requirements as stated in Agreement have been adhered to. Purchaser must file for PRG benefits within 30 days or 200 miles after the expiration of this product warranty, by both time and miles. To file for PRG benefits, Purchaser must submit the following to the Administrator by mail at 2232 South Nellis Blvd. #174 Las Vegas, NV 89104:

1. A notarized letter verifying the Vehicle’s odometer mileage reading and requesting a PRG refund.

2. The Vehicle Product Warranty Agreement Booklet.

3. A copy of Purchaser’s payment plan installment agreement or a copy of a cancelled check or credit card statement documenting the retail price Purchaser paid for the product warranty.

4. A valid and current copy of the vehicle registration showing that Purchaser still owns the Vehicle.

5. All vehicle maintenance records.

Eligible refunds will be processed and mailed directly to the Purchaser within 30 days. The Distributor or Seller is not an obligor or party to the Purchaser Rebate Guarantee.

Benefit Activation:

  • 1st Day & 1st Mile – Benefits Begin On The Date and Mileage of Product Warranty Purchase.

  • 15 Days & 500 Miles – Benefits Begin On The 16th Day and 501st Mile From The Product Warranty Purchase Date.

Benefits expire when the vehicle odometer has exceeded the sum of the vehicle mileage at purchase date plus the mileage for term purchased or the years for term purchased whichever occurs first. Unlimited mileage term expires 3 years from purchase date.

  • Mileage Extension Benefit – Benefits begin when the vehicle’s full factory warranty expires by mileage. To be eligible for this option the vehicle must have a minimum of 500 miles of full factory warranty remaining at the time of product warranty purchase.

Benefits expire when the vehicle’s odometer has exceeded the total of the mileage for the product warranty purchased, plus the vehicle’s full factory warranty mileage; or when the term (years) from the date of purchase for the product warranty purchased has expired, whichever occurs first.

Refer to your declaration page, at the beginning of the booklet, for determination of your particular benefit activation coverage.

Vehicle Protection Kit:  The Administrator will ship the Vehicle Protection Kit (VPK) to the Purchaser of this product warranty upon remittance of this agreement from Seller. The VPK contains products for Vehicle protection with instructions and other important information pertaining to this product warranty.

Maintenance Requirements:

To maintain benefits provided under this product warranty, it is the responsibility of the Purchaser of this product warranty to:

1. From the purchase date and mileage of this product warranty, Purchaser must have all components of Vehicle serviced by a commercial service facility in compliance with the manufacturer’s required maintenance intervals. It is the responsibility of Purchaser to adhere to the Vehicle manufacturer’s maintenance requirements relating to climate conditions and Vehicle usage. The Vehicle manufacturer lists conditions that may require adherence to the “severe maintenance” schedule. If Vehicle usage or climate conditions meet any of the “severe” criteria, Purchaser is required to adhere to the severe maintenance schedule as listed by the Vehicle manufacturer.

2. Purchaser may not have their required maintenance performed by a service facility that is owned or operated by the Purchaser. Purchasers cannot perform their own maintenance for product warranty requirements.

3. Acceptable records documenting the Purchaser’s adherence to the Vehicle manufacturer’s required maintenance are required in the event of a claim.

Exclusions:

1. Failure of any listed Covered Component prior to Benefit Activation is not covered.

2. Any and all claims or damage resulting from: abuse, negligence, freezing, overheating of any type, failure to maintain proper coolant, fluid, refrigerant, or lubrication levels, personal damages, per diem expenses, storage fees, medical expenses, telephone or rental charges, fire, flood, vandalism, theft, collision, acts of God, competition or racing, usages not approved by the Vehicle manufacturer, improper load capacity, or improper towing, damages caused by contaminated fluids, coolants, or lubricants for any reason, misuse, road conditions, riots or acts of war. Excessive oil consumption and diminished performance are not covered. Leaking seals, gaskets or fittings are not covered. Vehicle components that require normal manufacturer’s recommended replacement intervals are not covered. Benefits are not active until all applicable fees or installment payment plan confirmation has been received by the Administrator.

3. Conditions and problems that are Pre-Existing or Pre-Activation are not covered. Covered Components that are worn or burned but NOT broken are not covered.

4. Any component not listed as a Covered Component is not covered.

5. Incidental and consequential damage is not covered.

6. Vehicles with: a non-functioning odometer, a diesel engine manufactured before 1990, a rotary engine, an air cooled engine, alternative fuel vehicles, alterations not approved by the manufacturer including, but not limited to, oversized or undersized tires and lift kits, and vehicles used for racing or competition are not eligible for coverage under this program.

7. Vehicles not eligible for this Product Warranty: Rolls Royce, Bentley, Lamborghini, Yugo, Alfa Romeo, Corvette ZR-1, Lancia, Ferrari, Acura NSX, Renault, Peugeot, Dodge Viper, Dodge Stealth, Mitsubishi 3000, exotic, collector (vehicles considered insurable as collectible), and grey market vehicles.

8. Claims occurring outside the United States and Canada are not covered.

9. Once a claim has been initiated, the Purchaser may not continue to operate the Vehicle until a claim decision has been made. Continued operation will void the claim.

10. Any work or repair done to Vehicle without prior written authorization from Administrator will not be reimbursed or considered as part of a valid claim.

Limit of Liability:

Limit of liability per single claim is the Actual Cash Value of the vehicle. The total of claims paid shall not exceed the Actual Cash Value (wholesale value) of the vehicle.

 

Claim Procedure:

HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: Please follow these instructions carefully before starting work on this vehicle.

1. Vehicle must be taken to a qualified repair facility for all claims. For fastest claims service please direct your repair facility to www.cdwsnow.com to initiate the claim electronically. Claims can also be initiated by calling 800-209-3755. Be sure no work is started until proper written authorization has been received from the Administrator. Reasonable access must be provided to the vehicle for inspection.

2. Acceptable maintenance records are required to file all claims. Handwritten receipts and records are not accepted.

3. Seller has no authority to amend or modify the terms of this agreement, nor approve or deny any claims.

4. Upon claim settlement approval, only a signed, completed repair order is accepted by Administrator to facilitate payment.

5. Purchasers with claim related questions can contact Administrator’s Claim Specialists by calling 800-209-3755 or sending an e-mail to claimsupervisor@cdwsnow.com.

6. If a dispute arises out of or relates to the Agreement, its interpretation, application or any alleged breach thereof, and if the dispute cannot be settled through informal negotiation, the Parties agree to try in good faith to settle the dispute by mediation to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada and administered by the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”) under its then-existing Commercial Mediation Rules. If informal negotiations and mediation both fail to result in a resolution of the pending dispute, the Parties must submit said dispute to binding arbitration proceedings conducted by AAA in Las Vegas, Nevada, pursuant to AAA’s then existing Commercial Arbitration Rules. The Parties further agree that they will faithfully observe the terms and conditions of this Agreement, that they will abide by and perform any award rendered by the arbitrator(s), and that a judgment of any court having jurisdiction may be entered on the award.

7. Approved claims will be paid in US dollars and directly to the repair facility.

Additional Scope of this Product Warranty:

Events And Components Which Are Not Covered:

1. Any breakdown or broken Covered Component which is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty or would have been covered by the manufacturer’s warranty but for your failure to comply with the manufacturer’s guidelines, or any breakdown when the responsibility for the repair or replacement is covered by an insurance policy, supplier or repairer guarantee/warranty, manufacturer and/or dealer customer assistance program, including but not limited to, warranties under state law, extended drive train, major component, or full coverage warranties (regardless of whether the remaining manufacturer’s warranty is transferred when you purchased this Product Warranty, and regardless of whether coverage is provided or payment is made), or if the manufacturer has announced it’s responsibility through any means, including recalls and factory service bulletins.

2. a) Any normal maintenance item, including, but not limited to, tires, wheels, wheel covers, shock absorbers, alignments, brake shoes and pads, rotors and drums, belts, spark plugs and wires, carburetors, thermostats, hoses, filters, lubricants, fluids, Freon or similar A/C coolants, exhaust, clutch, pressure plate or clutch release bearing, and CV boots. Filters, lubricants, fluids, Freon or similar A/C coolants are covered in conjunction with a covered repair.

b) Electronic equipment, including, but not limited to, sound reproduction components, alarm systems, wiring or wiring harness, telephone, clock, television, navigation equipment, entertainment systems and power inverter.

c) Any auto body parts, interior parts, trim, glass, paint or safety restraint systems.

3. A component or part which has not failed or resulted in a broken condition, but which a repair facility recommends or requires be repaired or replaced.

4. Retrofits or replacements of any components caused by or due to compliance with law, including but not limited to, the 1990 Clean Air Act, and including emissions control equipment and sensors.

5. Commercial Vehicles are only covered if elected at time of purchase and surcharge has been paid in full.

Definitions:

Actual Cash Value (ACV): Trade in value of the vehicle immediately prior to breakdown as determined by the most recent Kelley Wholesale Blue Book or NADA official used car guide.

Acceptable Records: Records that are issued on the date of maintenance; issued in the name of the Purchaser; signed by the Purchaser; electronically generated; issued by the commercial lubrication service facility performing the maintenance; include mileage, date, Vehicle Identification Number, year, make and model; and include a record of payment and service performed. Any handwritten information on receipts, records or repair orders, pertaining to, or documenting required maintenance are not accepted.

Broken Component: The total failure of a Covered Component to perform the function for which it was designed, due solely to defects in material or faulty workmanship and not as the result of normal wear, heat, burning or scoring. Electrical components are considered broken if there has been a failure of the Component to conduct electricity required for operation. Any Component or part not listed as a Covered Component will not be covered.

Commercial Vehicles: Vehicles used for commercial purposes and vehicles with a one ton or two ton rating.

Covered Components: Individual items specifically listed under ‘Covered Components.’

Incidental and Consequential Damage: Damage occurring as a result of the breakdown of a Covered or non-covered Component.

Pre-Activation: Any and all vehicle damage or problems occurring prior to completion of the waiting period selected at time of purchase.

Pre-Existing: A condition to a covered part of your vehicle, whether known or unknown to you, that existed prior to the Product Warranty purchase date or which may reasonably be assumed to have existed prior to the Product Warranty purchase date.

Qualified Repair Facility: Any repair facility of the purchaser’s choosing provided no less than a 3 month / 3000 mile warranty on all repairs is offered by said repair facility.

Vehicle Protection Kit: The Administrator will ship the Vehicle Protection Kit (VPK) to the Purchaser of this product warranty upon remittance of this agreement from Seller. The VPK contains products for Vehicle protection with instructions and other important information pertaining to this product warranty.

 
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