2006 Buick Allure TSBs
188 Technical Service Bulletins across 14 categories
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Engine
69 bulletinsThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual...
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noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal...
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test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air.
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Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air.
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Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct...
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conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with...
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conductive finish.
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct...
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conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact...
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the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are...
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one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal...
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test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air.
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Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a...
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vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service...
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personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual...
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noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a...
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vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft...
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issue.
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft...
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issue.
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a...
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vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing...
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issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact...
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the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S.
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Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors...
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of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter...
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bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...
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Identification.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the...
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engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air.
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Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual...
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noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a...
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vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits.
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Technicians shouldrefer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians mayalso contact PARTECHand/orthe Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This Preliminary information communicates the repair recommendations for misfire and DTC's immediately...
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followingHFV6re-manufactured engines replacement.
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to...
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correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer an issue where non OEM ignition system components can cause...
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crank no start, no crank no start and misfire issues. Advises dealers to evaluate any non OEM ignition system components installed on the vehicle for any of the aforementioned conditions.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0016,...
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P0017, P0018, P0019, P0008 or P0009 may be set. Technician will need to inspect for loose timing chains or tensioners. If after following Service Information diagnostics the root cause is not found inspect the reluctor for the crankshaft sensor. If the reluctor has moved then replace crankshaft.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN.
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A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CALL GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IF THE CONCERN IS STILL PRESENT.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT THE USE OF J-35616-64B TERMINAL...
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TEST PROBE, REPLACEMENT TERMINALS, AND TERMINATED LEADS. THE J-35616-64B IS THE LATEST TEST PROBE RELEASED FOR CHECKING TENSION OR PROBING THE .64 SERIES TERMINALS. THE TEST PROBE TERMINAL HAS BEEN RELEASED IN THE TERMINAL REPAIR KIT (J-38125-620H) LOCATED IN LEAR TRAY 7 PART NUMBER 963716-2. THERE ARE 5 TERMINATED LEADS IN A PACKAGE PART NUMBER IS 13505346, WHICH CAN BE ORDERED THROUGH YOUR NORMAL GENERAL MOTORS CUSTOMER CARE AND AFTERSALES PARTS CHANNEL
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE LOW OIL PRESSURE MESSAGE.
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TECHNICIAN MAY ALSO FIND A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0521 IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. TECHNICIAN SHOULD FOLLOW ALL PUBLISHED SERVICE INFORMATION DIAGNOSIS. WHEN USING A SCAN TOOL IF THE OIL PRESSURE IS LOW BUT THE OIL PRESSURE AT THE OIL FILTER HOUSING IS CORRECT, TECHNICIAN SHOULD INSPECT THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER FOR DEBRIS/SLUDGE THAT COULD BE RESTRICTING OIL FLOW TO THE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR. TECHNICIAN SHOULD REMOVE THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER AND CLEAN IT. IF THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER CANNOT BE CLEANED REPLACE IT.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL PISTONS AND SUGGEST WHAT TOOLS TO USE.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER...
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DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETINS PROVIDES INFORMATION ON THE INTAKE MANIFOLD INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT AFTER SERVERE INTERNAL...
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ENGINE DAMAGE.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO GM DEALERS ON THE CORRECT CLEANING METHODS WHEN CLEANING ENGINE...
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GASKET SEALING SURFACES.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN.
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A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CALL GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IF THE CONCERN IS STILL PRESENT.
GM: SOME DTC CODES MAY BE SET, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0008, OR P0009.
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3.6 LY7 WITH CAM ACTUATOR DTC.THE RELUCTOR FOR THE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR PRESSED ON THE CRANKSHAFT MAY HAVE MOVED. ALSO INCLUDED BUICK ALLURE MODEL YEAR 2005. *JS
GENERAL MOTORS: DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR INTERMITTENT RESTRAINTS, AIR BAG (SIR) INDICATOR/LAMP ON WITH DTC(S) B0012,...
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B0013, B0016, B0016, B0019, B0020, B0022, B0023, B0026, B0033, B0040, B0042 OR B0044 SET. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY A LOOSE, MISSING, OR BROKEN CONNECTOR POSITION ASSURANCE (CPA) RETAINER AT THE AIR BAG FOR THE SET DTC. INCLUDES TRAILBLAZER EXT. *PE UPDATED 8/16/10. *PE UPDATED 3/12/12. *PE
INACCURATE FUEL GAGE READINGS, FUEL GAGE READS EMPTY WHEN THERE IS FUEL IN TANK, FUEL LEVEL LOW MESSAGE IN DIC, DTC P0461 SET (REPROGRAM ECM).
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2005-2007 BUICK ALLURE (CANADA ONLY), LACROSSE WITH 3.6L ENGINE (VIN 7 - RPO LY7). *NJ
ENGINE LEAKING COOLANT.
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COOLANT LEAK AT REAR OF ENGINE.
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*TT
L26, L32,L36, L67 EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION (REPLACE EXHAUST VALVE STEM SEALS).
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*AK
L26,L32, L67 EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION (REPLACE EXHAUST VALVE STEM SEALS).
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*AK
TICKING OR KNOCKING NOISE, CRACKED OR BROKEN FLEXPLATE.
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*TT
LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT IDLE OR LOW RPM'S.
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TICKING OR KNOCKING NOISE CRACKED OR BROKEN FLEXPLATE.
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*TT
TICKING OR KNOCKING NOISE CRACKED OR BROKEN FLEXPLATE.
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VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING OLDSMOBILE BONNEVILLE 2006. *TT
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES INVOLVING MASS AIR FLOW (MAF)/INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE (IAT) SENSOR; BAROMETRIC PRESSURE (BARO)...
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SENSOR; ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SENSOR; THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR; ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR; A/C REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR; FUEL TANK PRESSURE (FTP) SENSOR. *TT
Other
26 bulletinsThis PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
Information on COAX Repair Kit Availability.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S.
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Only)
Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify...
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the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO CONNECT TO ONSTAR USING THE WHITE, BLUE OR RED ONSTAR BUTTONS.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO DIAGNOSE THE CONCERN AND THE STEPS TO REPAIR THE CONCERN.
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THE VEHICLE'S XM TRAVEL LINK MAY BE INOPERTIVE.
GM: ONSTAR IS MAKING INCOMPLETE CALLS WITHOUT THE DRIVER KNOWING.
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WHEN HAVE A DATA CONNECTION. *RM
GM: INFORMATION ON FIXING MULTIPLE SITUATIONS RIGHT THE FIRST TIME.
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*RM
MAY NOT START OR MAY NOT STAY RUNNING INTERMITTENTLY.
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*KB
I/P IS DIFFICULT TO SEE AT DUSK OR DAWN.
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*KB
OIL LIFE SYSTEM RESET PROCEDURES - CARS.
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GM TECH LINK. *TT
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
24 bulletinsThis service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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and Canada Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes...
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E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and...
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the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance...
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programs.
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399,...
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E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
Vehicle Recalls
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate...
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Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada...
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Only).
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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and Canada Dealers Only).
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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Dealers Only).
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and...
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the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada...
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Only).
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399,...
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E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S.
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and Canada.
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with...
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independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
Electrical
19 bulletinsVehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles.
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It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
Unintended Ignition Key Rotation
This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update Some customers may have received a letter from OnStar stating that "We recently...
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tried to provide a software update to the OnStar hardware in your vehicle. However, your system could not be updated remotely. As a result, some of your OnStar system functions may not be working as expected." The customer is further instructed in this letter to "Please contact your dealer or any dealer near you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this no-cost software update. Your dealer will reprogram your OnStar module with an update. This is for vehicles that have previously received the Canada upgrade as described in Service Bulletin #15-08-44-001F."
IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide Season Odometer Programming Methods in Use Today 1.
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IPC reprogramming and setup using the service programming system (SPS). 2. Odometer setup at the electronic service center (ESC) when using an exchange IPC/DIC. 3. Tech 2 The Tech 2 is used to set up a replacement BCM, which includes loading the odometer value that is displayed and stored in the IPC. A replacement IPC will display the previously stored vehicle odometer value, communicated from the BCM, after cycling the ignition or driving the vehicle. *The odometer programming is integrated as part of the BCM programming procedure. It is not a stand-alone event.
This PI offers diagnostic tips to a technician when diagnosing a possible fuel level sensor concern.
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The tech is advised to ohm test the sensor at the terminals located on top of the fuel module while performing a sweep test. If the test fails the technician is instructed to replace the sensor and then perform the sweep test again. If the test passes the technician is instructed to reinstall the fuel module in the tank and if the test fails with the new sensor the technician is advised to replace the fuel module.
This PI offers diagnostic tips to a technician when diagnosing a possible fuel level sensor concern.
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The tech is advised to ohm test the sensor at the terminals located on top of the fuel module while performing a sweep test. If the test fails the technician is instructed to replace the sensor and then perform the sweep test again. If the test passes the technician is instructed to reinstall the fuel module in the tank and if the test fails with the new sensor the technician is advised to replace the fuel module.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN, IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON...
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MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON...
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MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN OF...
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RECEIVING FREQUENT "OFF ROUTE" MESSAGES WHILE FOLLOWING TURN BY TURN (TBT) ROUTE NAVIGATION. THE TECHNICIAN IS PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING THE VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE FOR THIS CONCERN.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC...
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DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT THE NORMAL POWER CONSUMPTION READING SHOULD BE FROM THE ONSTAR SYSTEM.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON HOW TO TEST A BATTERY AND WHAT IS NEEDED TO WARRANTY A BATTERY.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON...
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MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN OF...
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RECEIVING FREQUENT "OFF ROUTE" MESSAGES WHILE FOLLOWING TURN BY TURN (TBT) ROUTE NAVIGATION. THE TECHNICIAN IS PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING THE VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE FOR THIS CONCERN.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC...
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DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT THE NORMAL POWER CONSUMPTION READING SHOULD BE FROM THE ONSTAR SYSTEM.
DIFFICULT TO READ DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC), RADIO AND HVAC CONTROL HEAD (REPROGRAM BCM).
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*NJ UPDATE 08/06/2008. *PE
UNWANTED STABILITRAK AND/OR C0710 AFTER STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT.
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*TT UPDATED 03-01-07. *KB
Body & Paint
13 bulletinsThis service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces,...
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Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and...
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Replacement Guidelines.
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern.
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Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern.
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Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a ticking...
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noise on cold start after sitting more than 6 hours. Technician will inspect the oil pump pick-up tube to block seal being compressed. It the seal is compressed replace the seal and retest.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a ticking...
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noise on cold start after sitting more than 6 hours. Technician will inspect the oil pump pick-up tube to block seal being compressed. It the seal is compressed replace the seal and retest.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR RELEARNING THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS AND ROAD TESTIN...
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TO VERIFY THEY CORRECT A CONDTION OF THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS GLASS SHAKES, FLUTTERS AT NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON A NORMAL CONDITION ON TEMPERED GLASS OF SPOTS SHOWING ON THE REAR...
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AND SIDE WINDOWS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE SUNLIGHT.
TRUNK RELEASE ACTUATOR INOPERATIVE.
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*TT
Transmission
8 bulletinsGM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities.
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The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when...
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the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF A MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION ON MH1, MN8, MT1, M15 TRANSMISSION SLIPS, WILL NOT SHIFT OR MAY OVERHEAT, SES/MIL MAY BE ILLUMINATED, DTCS P0218, P0894 SET.
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*PE UPDATED 8/12/08. *PE
TRANSMISSION SLIPS, WILL NOT SHIFT, SES LIGHT MAY BE ILLUMINATED.
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*KB
HARSH SHIFT, NO POWER AND SES/MIL LIGHT ON WITH DTC P0742.
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Air Bags & Safety
6 bulletinsGM: THERE ARE SEAT BELT PROBLEMS: DIFFICULTY LATCHING AND UNLATCHING BUCKLE.
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BUCKLE RELEASE BUTTON IS STICKING. SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. LIKELY CAUSED BY STICKY BEVERAGES THAT ARE SPILLED INTO THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. *RM UPDATED 4/3/12. *PE
AIR BAG INDICATOR ON WITH DTC B0077, B0078, OR B0092.
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*NJ UPDATED 6/4/10. *PE
PASSENGER SEATBELT LIGHT ON WITH NOBODY IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.
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*KB
AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT IS ON.
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*KB UPDATED ON 12/13/07. *NJ
PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLE HARD TO MOVE PAST STITCHING AND/OR FINISH KNOT IS FRAYING.
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SEVERAL RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES HAVE BEEN RETURNED THROUGH THE 100% LAUNCH PART RETURN PROCESS WITH A CUSTOMER...
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COMPLAINT OF SEAT BELT DIFFICULT TO LOWER PAST STITCHING ON SEAT BELT WEBBING. *TT
Tires & Wheels
5 bulletinsThis service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all...
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repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are...
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Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all...
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repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are...
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Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
Fuel System
4 bulletinsThis Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for...
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the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a...
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customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable...
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diesel fuel.
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for...
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the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
Infotainment
3 bulletinsXM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN.
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THE VEHICLE'S XM RADIO ONLY HAS XM PREVEIW CHANNELS.
HVAC & Climate
3 bulletinsA/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
This SKU is an HVAC Air Door Actuator.
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The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the housing. There may be a gap between the 2 halves of the housing causing the actuator to bind and a loss of HVAC air door control. Loss of HVAC air door control can lead to discomfort as it may be stuck in a single orientation.
This SKU is an HVAC Air Door Actuator.
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The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the housing. There may be a gap between the 2 halves of the housing causing the actuator to bind and a loss of HVAC air door control. Loss of HVAC air door control can lead to discomfort as it may be stuck in a single orientation.
Software & Calibration
3 bulletinsOnStar Voice Fallback Number Update
GM: SERVICE BULLETIN EXPLAINING WHEN THE SAFETY BELTS ARE SUPPOSED TO LOCK.
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*RM UPDATED 12/6/11. *PE
BUICK\CHEVROLET\PONTIAC\SATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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REMOTE START INTERFERENCE WITH SAFETY BELT REMINDER. *NJ CSC WAS RECEIVED. UPDATED 3/13/08. *NJ
Steering
3 bulletinsOVERVIEW OF STEERING SYSTEM NOISES.
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*NJ
STEERING COLUMN DAMAGE WHEN SUSPENDING CRADLE FROM INTERMEDIATE SHAFT.
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*TT
POWER STEERING LINE RETAINER NOT FASTENED.
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*TT
Lighting
2 bulletinsThis informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or...
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Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed...
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Accessories.