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2012 Chevrolet Aveo TSBs

358 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Engine

145 bulletins
10237846

This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine...

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driveability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.

10233835

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper...

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service or aftermarket calibrations.

10233831

This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

10233830

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe...

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internal engine damage.

10233338

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10228863

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.

10227674

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.

10227241

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.

10227056

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.

10222772

This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or...

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GDS 2.

10222771

This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

10222770

This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...

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Identification.

10222734

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...

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consumption.

10222650

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper...

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service or aftermarket calibrations.

10222205

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe...

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internal engine damage.

10220319

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.

10220308

This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and...

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Recommendations.

10218873

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions...

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and improve fuel economy.

10214501

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10213768

This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on Damaged, Disassembled or Improperly Packaged...

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Turbochargers Returned to Warranty Part Center.

10213761

This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

10212910

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10212588

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper...

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service or aftermarket calibrations.

10212551

This bulletin provides information for the low oil pressure light on at idle, which may be caused by oil pressure being...

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bled off due to debris in the oil drain check valve and/or a smashed oil filter.

10210321

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.

10209980

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.

10209743

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing fully color painted aluminum wheels with base paint.

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GM has established a new process for the way that refinishing under GM Warranty will be handled (U.S. ONLY).

10201098

OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

10199249

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10199238

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions...

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and improve fuel economy.

10198858

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10198847

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions...

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and improve fuel economy.

10197294

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.

10197286

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple...

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repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. For any vehicles that remains unrepaired after being at the dealer for three days or more and a related bulletin or PI is not found, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support.

10195126

This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe...

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internal engine damage.

10194079

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.

10193450

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.

10191207

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.

10190932

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.

10190931

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.

10190503

OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

10190437

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible...

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cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

10190417

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.

10187394

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10186080

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10184501

This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...

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Identification.

10184131

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.

10184105

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.

10183126

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper...

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service or aftermarket calibrations.

10182545

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

10180317

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S.

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Dealers Only).

10179620

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10178949

This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or...

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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.

10178385

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.

10178376

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.

10178352

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10178306

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.

10178288

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.

10176607

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.

10176326

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

10172305

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.

10171878

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.

10171280

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.

10168960

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.

10168956

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.

10168175

This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or...

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transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns.

10167437

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.

10167434

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.

10165877

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10165874

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.

10165122

This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

10165121

This informational bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after...

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severe internal engine damage.

10163659

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.

10163268

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with...

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conductive finish.

10163215

This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or...

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transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns.

10163193

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper...

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service or aftermarket calibrations.

10162106

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.

10161932

This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains...

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how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.

10161046

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10160987

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.

10159574

This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

10158838

This informational bulletin provides information on a normal engine operating condition for faster emission warm up...

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time.

10157041

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic...

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Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool is lower than 6708 Dealer can order the part thought the Instrument Sales and Service website process.

10157020

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.

10156999

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar...

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system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

10156990

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits.

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Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.

10156939

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10156929

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10156916

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10154638

This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or...

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transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns.

10154605

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple...

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repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. For any vehicles that remains unrepaired after being at the dealer for three days or more and a related bulletin or PI is not found, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support.

10154566

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.

10154306

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.

10154299

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

10147367

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.

10147345

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about improper engine block cleaning...

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during engine block service could lead to lines in the block deck surface that may be mistaken for cracks. Technician using improper block deck cleaning methods may see lines in the block deck surface. These lines are the result of using abrasive pad bristle devices to clean the gasket surface of the engine components. Technician should use the latest version of bulletin 00-06-01-012 for complete details on the use of these devices.

10144476

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

10144451

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible...

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cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

10143449

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.

10140293

This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine...

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Damage.

10139361

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may OnStar...

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inoperative and Navigation/GPS/Compass issues. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B101D sym 3C and or F0. Technician will gather data using a scan tool and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. After approval technician will replace the OnStar module.

10139284

This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on Damaged, Disassembled or Improperly Packaged...

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Turbochargers Returned to Warranty Part Center.

10137727

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible...

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cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

10137705

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of...

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various concerns when using Bluetooth components. Technician should use the Preliminary Information to gather information from the customer on their Bluetooth device and the concern they are having before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center.

10137635

This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains...

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how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.

10137605

This informational bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and...

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Recommendations.

10137589

This informational bulletin provides information for engine oil life monitor operation calculation.

10137383

This informational bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...

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Identification.

10137318

This bulletin provides information for the low oil pressure light on at a idle in which may be caused by oil pressure...

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being bled off due to debris in the oil drain check valve and/or a smashed oil filter.

10135366

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about improper engine block cleaning...

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during engine block service could lead to lines in the block deck surface that may be mistaken for cracks. Technician using improper block deck cleaning methods may see lines in the block deck surface. These lines are the result of using abrasive pad bristle devices to clean the gasket surface of the engine components. Technician should use the latest version of bulletin 00-06-01-012 for complete details on the use of these devices.

10135356

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.

10135342

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size...

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trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.

10135322

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size...

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trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.

10129089

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.

10129073

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.

10127240

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Turn By Turn...

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directions may no longer be displayed after the Canada OnStar upgrade. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.

10127238

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the incoming...

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caller ID may no longer be available or displayed after the Canada OnStar upgrade. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.

10127230

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to help determine if the vehicle is...

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equipped with factory or aftermarket Compressed Natural Gas, Liquefied Petroleum Gas, or Bi-Fuel Systems. Technician will check for the Vehicle Emission Control Information Label. By using the engine Regular Production Option Code as well as the Vehicle Emission Control Information Label, technician can confirm the vehicle has a factory installed alternative fuel system or who the manufacturer is of the aftermarket fuel system.

10123227

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic...

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Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.

10119062

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic...

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Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version and the OnStar Customer Identifier and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

10118909

This GM of Canada New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program and GWM Transaction Submission Information Bulletin provides...

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information for the new tires that the vehicle are equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage) and for vehicles within this warranty period, the defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis. It also provides GWM Transaction information.

10118234

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that Antilock Braking System part numbers 95241314 and...

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95242007 on restriction through General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.

10118233

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats.

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Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.

10115143

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size...

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trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.

10114597

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of an engine power reduced message on...

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the driver information center after performing the Canada Onstar 4G upgrade. If the concern is present park the vehicle outside and call General Motors Technical Assistance Center.

10114470

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar...

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system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

10114459

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician about the calculation and operation of the engine oil life monitor.

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The monitor calculates the percent of oil life remaining, based on 3 pathways. The first pathway for oil life calculation is engine revolutions. The second pathway for oil life calculation is the mileage form the last rest for all General Motors powertrains except the Volt. The third pathway for oil life calculation is the amount of time the oil is in the engine. The Volt uses a 2 year timer instead of 1 year. It also uses the engine revolution counter. It does not use the mileage pathway to count down.

10114352

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.

10114342

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar...

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system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

10113383

44180 02 - Customer Satisfaction.

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Certain vehicles may have key codes which were inappropriately handled by a third party which could increase the risk of vehicle theft. Dealers are to replace all applicable keys and lock cylinders with new key configurations.

10112608

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles...

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that may have an OnStar Turn-By-Turn Navigation the system that is inoperative. Technician verifies there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Communication Interface Module of the vehicle. If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes found call OnStar using the Blue button on the OnStar key pad and ask the advisor for a turn by turn route. Also make a OnStar personal call and a call into the vehicle. If normal diagnostics do not lead to a resolution technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

10112607

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar...

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system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

10112599

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection...

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between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

10112563

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Antilock Braking System / Electronic...

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stability control Module part numbers 95241314 and 95242007 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.

10112560

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and...

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replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.

10112494

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts.

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Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.

10112399

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up.

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Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics. Technician may need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center depending on the STID, Station ID, or OnStar Customer Identifier.

10112387

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic...

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Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D has a sym 37 set please refer to the latest version of PIC5492.

10112331

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible...

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cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

10112329

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of...

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various concerns when using Bluetooth components. Technician should use the Preliminary Information to gather information from the customer on their Bluetooth device and the concern they are having before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center.

10112193

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that Antilock Braking System part numbers 95241314 and...

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95242007 on restriction through General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.

10112160

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats.

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Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.

10112137

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar...

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system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

10112116

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible...

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cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

10112102

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical...

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Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

73 bulletins
10238190

This service bulletin describes the U.S.

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Dealer Special Tool Loan Program process.

10237960

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical...

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Assistance Center (TAC).

10237841

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).

10235798

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10234621

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10234620

This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.

10234144

This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...

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vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.

10234110

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...

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Spin-On Oil Filters.

10232469

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted...

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to GM for payment.

10232288

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part...

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identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).

10232287

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

10232275

This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal...

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operation.

10232143

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S.

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Only).

10231302

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).

10228906

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.

10224820

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada...

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Only).

10222841

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).

10222839

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.

10222796

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...

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Spin-On Oil Filters.

10222776

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.

10222733

This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.

10222649

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10219284

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to...

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submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10219278

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10217048

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to...

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submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10215626

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats...

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warped or misshapen.

10214869

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...

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Spin-On Oil Filters.

10213036

This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...

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vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.

10212625

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...

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Spin-On Oil Filters.

10211658

This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with...

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independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).

10209921

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...

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Spin-On Oil Filters.

10200154

This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal...

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operation.

10199235

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10198844

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10195127

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).

10194082

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part...

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identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).

10191233

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10191217

This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...

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vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.

10191192

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10188401

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats...

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warped or misshapen.

10187379

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10186065

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

10184480

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S.

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Only).

10183211

This service bulletin provides information on Improved Oil Filter Gasket Design for Spin-On Oil Filters PF63, PF64 and...

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PF48.

10182564

This Preliminary information communicates the use of air leak diagnostic test tool CH-52250 in addition to the...

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information found in the service manual.

10181724

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10181675

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).

10178370

This Preliminary information communicates the use of air leak diagnostic test tool CH-52250 in addition to the...

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information found in the service manual.

10178291

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S.

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Only).

10176300

This Preliminary information communicates the use of air leak diagnostic test tool CH-52250 in addition to the...

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information found in the service manual.

10172773

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GMs policy on performing GM covered vehicle...

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services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.

10172285

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on customer vehicles concern results in a manufacturer...

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repurchase from the customer, GM depends on the dealership to host and administer the repurchase closing and intake of the returning vehicle.

10171888

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).

10168188

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a...

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Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).

10167455

This Preliminary information communicates the use of air leak diagnostic test tool CH-52250 in addition to the...

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information found in the service manual.

10166638

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

10165087

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part...

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identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).

10161929

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GM's policy on performing GM covered vehicle...

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services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.

10158864

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer...

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Enthusiasm.

10158862

This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...

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vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.

10155070

This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the...

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vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.

10154641

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

10138211

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding customer concerns not duplicated and which labor...

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operations to claim when the concern cannot be duplicated. Also provides information on how to submit claims within the global warranty managment.

10138200

This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so...

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that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.

10138191

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that...

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was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork

10138060

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.

10137469

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding customer concerns not duplicated and which labor...

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operations to claim when the concern cannot be duplicated. Also provides information on how to submit claims within the global warranty managment.

10137457

This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so...

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that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.

10137448

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that...

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was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork

10137345

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer...

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Enthusiasm.

10135384

This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the...

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warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 ? Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.

10134536

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on GM?s policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and...

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maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.

10113741

This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the...

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warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 - Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.

Other

40 bulletins
10213022

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.

10210543

This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.

10210194

This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.

10191191

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.

10190338

Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S.

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Only)

10190337

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

10190320

IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide

10180299

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.

10178387

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change.

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Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.

10175852

This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the...

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interiors of GM vehicles.

10174302

This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the...

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interiors of GM vehicles.

10174299

This informational 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).

10168212

This informational bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered...

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normal operations.

10166666

This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE...

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for vehicles that may need an upgrade.

10160983

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change.

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Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.

10158859

This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the...

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interiors of GM vehicles.

10155101

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formally known as a Product...

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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

10155055

This informational bulletin provides a listing of the parts availability for coax repair procedures and what is needed...

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to complete some repairs.

10151869

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles.

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A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.

10147401

This Preliminary information communicates

10141371

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when...

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connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.

10139118

This informational bulletin provides a listing of the parts availability for coax repair procedures and what is needed...

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to complete some repairs.

10138217

This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate...

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unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.

10138086

This informational bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered...

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normal operations.

10138019

This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE...

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for vehicles that may need an upgrade.

10137665

This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.

10137653

This informational bulletin explains the difference in oil filters and the possibilities of what may happen using the...

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incorrect filter.

10137537

This informational bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formally known...

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as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

10137475

This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate...

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unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.

10129097

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change.

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Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.

10129051

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.

10126113

This informational bulletin provides information on Information on How to Prevent Inadvertent Vehicle Starting from Key...

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Fob or OnStar Mobile Application and where to locate the information for future use.

10126081

This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.

10123222

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles.

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A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.

10116912

This informational bulletin provides Information Regarding Servicing Components Located Near SIR Components and how to...

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properly disable the SIR system for repairs at or near

10114474

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when...

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connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.

10112641

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be...

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directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.

10112251

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change.

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Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.

10096026

THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT FINDING NEEDLE BEARINGS DURING AN OIL CHANGE.

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TECHNICIAN WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THE ROLLER ROCKERS TO INSPECT THEM. ONLY REPLACE THE ROLLER ROCKER THAT IS MISSING NEEDLE BEARINGS. BE SURE TO CLEAN THE OIL DRAINS TO RETRIEVE THE NEEDLE BEARINGS. EACH ROLLER ROCKER HAS 66 BEARINGS.

10073396

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Body & Paint

21 bulletins
10235561

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when...

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addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

10232283

This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal...

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characteristic.

10232136

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and...

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Replacement Guidelines.

10210441

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when...

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addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

10200151

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and...

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Replacement Guidelines.

10194114

This service bulletin provides information regarding Witness Marks from Panel Adjustments Made During Manufacturing and...

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that it is considered a normal condition.

10190934

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.

10190933

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.

10190431

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.

10184504

This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal...

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characteristic.

10184503

Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.

10184499

This service bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed...

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Aluminum Wheels.

10176647

This informational 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.

10176646

This informational 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.

10175853

This informational 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.

10160682

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.

10143752

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.

10140406

Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.

10139277

This information bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the...

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shipping film.

10137600

This informational bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of...

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Chromed Aluminum Wheels.

10137562

This PI bulletin provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and they are normal...

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characteristic.

Electrical

19 bulletins
10235398

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and...

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warranty replacements.

10225615

This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.

10219266

This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a...

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condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen Sensor Codes Set.

10201176

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an...

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intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.

10178384

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an...

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intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.

10174861

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an...

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intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.

10163263

This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not...

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when replacing a module.

10158863

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive...

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finish".

10155011

This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not...

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when replacing a module.

10138201

This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security...

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rules and regulations for Canada only.

10138054

This informational bulletin provides information on On rare occasions, a security code input message with SPS error code...

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E5659, M5304, and/or M5530 may be displayed in TIS2web when the technician is programming any module. If this concern is encountered, the technician should start by ensuring that the module being programmed is not a used module and that the VIN matches on VIN plate, TIS2web programming screen, and GDS2 module identification information screen.

10138014

This information bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims and how to setup, and...

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reprogram modules.

10137459

This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security...

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rules and regulations for Canada only.

10137375

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to properly reprogram an onstar module to correct a condition of Red LED,...

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No WiFi Operation, and/or Limited OnStar Module Functionality After OnStar Module Replacement for Another Condition.

10126972

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up.

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Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics.

10114598

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up.

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Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics.

10112857

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance,...

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it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.

10112144

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that has no XM audio on...

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certain channels but XM channel info is displayed. Technician will need to contact XM and deactivate and activate the module.

10112045

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that has no XM audio on...

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certain channels but XM channel info is displayed. Technician will need to contact XM and deactivate and activate the module.

Fuel System

18 bulletins
10228888

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.

10222766

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel...

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Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

10222765

This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.

10222739

This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent...

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additive.

10213759

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel...

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Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

10199281

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.

10198890

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.

10190413

This Preliminary information communicates theuse of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential...

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rivabilityissues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. Due to the surplus of winter grade fuel sitting in storage (pipelines/stations) the EPA is waiving the fuel vapor requirement. This will extend the use of winter fuel into the summer months. The drivability concernsshould not be single events but should be multiple occurrences associated with hot days.

10183779

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel...

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Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

10176310

This Preliminary information communicates theuse of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential...

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rivabilityissues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. Due to the surplus of winter grade fuel sitting in storage (pipelines/stations) the EPA is waiving the fuel vapor requirement. This will extend the use of winter fuel into the summer months. The drivability concernsshould not be single events but should be multiple occurrences associated with hot days.

10171318

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.

10163261

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel...

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Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

10158858

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel...

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Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

10157018

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.

10154552

This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks...

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using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and ultrasonic leak detectortools.

10147348

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure...

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the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

10139209

This informational bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER...

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Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles.

10137901

This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.

Infotainment

11 bulletins
10143443

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue...

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when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.

10135337

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States.

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While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a ?500 phone number? The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.

10127246

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a connectivity concern with...

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Bluetooth after phone software is updated or after any vehicle updates for the radio or Human Machine Interface has taken place. Technician should delete all Bluetooth pairings and then reboot the Bluetooth device and the vehicle. After the vehicle and radio is booted back up repair the Bluetooth device.

10126285

This preliminary bulletin provides procedures on how to reset or refresh the XM radio receiver is the customers states...

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that they only get a few channels.

10125956

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may not receiving all channels on the XM band.

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Technician will need to use a scan tool and verify current Digital Radio Receiver Status under Data Display. Technician will need to look at the second line labeled Digital Radio Receiver Status will display a number of 00 - 04. Technician will repair per the status code.

10114880

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have the radio...

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display that will go blank and come back on after a few seconds then display may show the splash screen or come back on to the last screen that was displayed. Technician should USB update the radio using Tis2Web and follow up with a Service Programming System program.

10114431

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue...

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when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.

10114408

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States.

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While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a "500 phone number" The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.

10112606

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that customers may inquire as to the...

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availability of OnStar bluetooth on their vehicle. Technician should be advised that Vehicles with Regular Production Option Code (UPF or UWE) offer Bluetooth through the OnStar system.

10112142

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a message on...

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the radio "maximum number of phones are currently paired to the vehicle". Dealer should advise the customer this is normal operation of the vehicle due to the maximum number of five phones can be paired to a vehicle.

10112013

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue...

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when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.

Lighting

9 bulletins
10237387

This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in...

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Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.

10199285

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with tire sidewall irregularities.

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This is a visual condition that will not affect durability, reliability or performance of the tires. Dealer should communicate to the customer that slight sidewall indentations are a common characteristic of radial tire construction.

10169354

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement...

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Guidelines.

10155009

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement...

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Guidelines.

10135321

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that show an error...

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message when a media disc is installed. Technician will need to check the Regular Production Option Code list to verify if the disc is compatible.

10134682

This technical bulletin provides information on Vehicle Software Enhancements for 2014 and prior GM Passenger Cars and...

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Light Duty Trucks.

10125953

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system.

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For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System. For the 2010 and UP model year vehicles, the OnStar set-up procedure and OnStar Activation request have been combined into a single programming event called OnStar Set-up and Activation in Service Programming System.

10125106

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears...

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to be inaccurate relative to a known distance traveled. Technician should obtain a hand-held GPS unit to test the odometer. If a hand held GPS unit is not available, the only other option is to verify the miles traveled using a surveyor's wheel or a dynamometer.

10118256

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system.

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For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System. For the 2010 and UP model year vehicles, the OnStar set-up procedure and OnStar Activation request have been combined into a single programming event called OnStar Set-up and Activation in Service Programming System.

Tires & Wheels

7 bulletins
10237340

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).

10235799

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.

10235716

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).

10231519

This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.

10231518

This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate...

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ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.

10213760

This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.

10155051

This informational bulletin explains the wheel Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.

Transmission

6 bulletins
10234619

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

10213700

This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear...

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due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.

10213007

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow...

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test.

10154975

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow...

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test.

10138053

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow...

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test.

10137640

This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow...

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test.

Brakes

5 bulletins
10233829

This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive...

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disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.

10222732

This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive...

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disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.

10163260

This informational bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly...

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abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.

10159569

This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk...

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on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.

10114343

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and...

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repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a "Phone Unavailable" audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A "Ready" or "OnStar ready" audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ?push to talk? button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.

Software & Calibration

2 bulletins
10222777

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is...

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considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

10201115

OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update

HVAC & Climate

2 bulletins
10155012

This informational bulletin provides information for information on passenger presence sensing system (PPS or PSS)...

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concerns with custom upholstery, accessory seat heaters or other comfort enhancing devices.

10112302

This informational bulletin provides Information on Passenger Presence Sensing System (PPS or PSS) Concerns with Custom...

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Upholstery, Accessory Seat Heaters or Other Comfort Enhancing Devices