2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx TSBs
176 Technical Service Bulletins across 15 categories
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Engine
51 bulletinsThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct...
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conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with...
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conductive finish.
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct...
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conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact...
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the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service...
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personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft...
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issue.
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft...
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issue.
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact...
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the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S.
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Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...
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Identification.
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil...
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consumption.
This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the...
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engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines...
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and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles.
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General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to...
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correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT CHANGING THE TIRE AND WHEEL SIZE ON VEHICLES.
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GENERAL MOTORS WILL ONLY SUPPORT A TIRE CALIBRATION FOR TIRES THAT HAVE BEEN SIZED, TESTED AND DESIGNED FOR THE VEHICLE IN QUESTION AND ITS APPLICATIONS. TECHNICIAN SHOULD NOT USE THE INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED BY THE ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM TIRE SIZE SELECTION.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN.
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A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CALL GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IF THE CONCERN IS STILL PRESENT.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT THE USE OF J-35616-64B TERMINAL...
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TEST PROBE, REPLACEMENT TERMINALS, AND TERMINATED LEADS. THE J-35616-64B IS THE LATEST TEST PROBE RELEASED FOR CHECKING TENSION OR PROBING THE .64 SERIES TERMINALS. THE TEST PROBE TERMINAL HAS BEEN RELEASED IN THE TERMINAL REPAIR KIT (J-38125-620H) LOCATED IN LEAR TRAY 7 PART NUMBER 963716-2. THERE ARE 5 TERMINATED LEADS IN A PACKAGE PART NUMBER IS 13505346, WHICH CAN BE ORDERED THROUGH YOUR NORMAL GENERAL MOTORS CUSTOMER CARE AND AFTERSALES PARTS CHANNEL
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE LOW OIL PRESSURE MESSAGE.
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TECHNICIAN MAY ALSO FIND A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0521 IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. TECHNICIAN SHOULD FOLLOW ALL PUBLISHED SERVICE INFORMATION DIAGNOSIS. WHEN USING A SCAN TOOL IF THE OIL PRESSURE IS LOW BUT THE OIL PRESSURE AT THE OIL FILTER HOUSING IS CORRECT, TECHNICIAN SHOULD INSPECT THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER FOR DEBRIS/SLUDGE THAT COULD BE RESTRICTING OIL FLOW TO THE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR. TECHNICIAN SHOULD REMOVE THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER AND CLEAN IT. IF THE VALVE LIFTER OIL FILTER CANNOT BE CLEANED REPLACE IT.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL PISTONS AND SUGGEST WHAT TOOLS TO USE.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER...
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DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETINS PROVIDES INFORMATION ON THE INTAKE MANIFOLD INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT AFTER SERVERE INTERNAL...
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ENGINE DAMAGE.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO GM DEALERS ON THE CORRECT CLEANING METHODS WHEN CLEANING ENGINE...
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GASKET SEALING SURFACES.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN.
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A CUSTOMER MAY IDENTIFY A CONCERN OF UNABLE TO REACTIVATE A VEHICLE'S ONSTAR THAT HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY DISABLED BY ONSTAR. DEALER IS TO CALL GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IF THE CONCERN IS STILL PRESENT.
THIS TSB COMNTAINS AN OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER.
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GENERAL MOTORS 2004-2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU, MALIBU MAXX , PONTIAC G6: BULLETIN COVERAGE REGARDING LOSS OF STEERING DUE TO WATER INTRUSION VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITHOUT A STEERING GEAR UMBRELLA SEAL. *LJ
CHEVROLET/SATURN: DIFFICULTY FILLING FUEL TANK, MIL/SES LIGHT ILLUMINATED DTC P0446 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS (EVAP) VENT...
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SYSTEM PERFORMANCE (INSPECT/CLEAN EVAP CANISTER VENT VALVE SOLENOID AND INSTALL SCREEN). *PE
SATURN/PONTIAC/CHEVROLET: THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT RISE ABOVE THE 3/4 MARK AFTER A FILL UP OR THE FUEL GAUGE APPEARS STUCK.
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AN ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. ON RARE OCCASIONS, THE FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ THE CORRECT LEVEL WHICH MAY RESULT IN A NO START CONDITION DUE TO A LOW FUEL LEVEL. *PE
GENERAL MOTORS CORP: SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT; ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION.
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*PE UPDATED 2/17/09. *PE
LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, POWER STEERING WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED IN DIC, IPC/RADIO DISPLAYS ERRATIC, DTC C0900,...
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B1325 SET (REPLACE IGNITION COIL/MODULE ASSEMBLY AND ADD GROUND STRAP). VEHICLES WITH 3.5L ENGINE. *PE UPDATED 3/25/11. *PE
L36, L67, L26, L32, LA1, LX9, MN7, M15.
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TICKING OR KNOCKING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE OR TRANSMISSION AREA. *KB
CLUNK, KNOCK OR RATTLE NOISE FROM FRONT OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING OR TURNING OVER BUMPS AT LOW SPEEDS.
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*KB (DIAGNOSE NOISE - LUBRICATE INNER AND OUTER STEERING SHAFT, REPOSITION I-SHAFT, ADD FOAM TO RADIATOR SURGE TANK MOUNTING BRACKET AND/OR REPLACE STEERING GEAR, IF NECESSARY). UPDATED 5/15/08. *NJ
LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AT HIGH ENGINE RPM.
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*TT UPDATED 08-15-07. *KB UPDATED ON 10/03/07. *NJ
NO START AFTER ENGINE HARNESS REPLACEMENT (NON-ABS).
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WHISTLE TYPE NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE.
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ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START.
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PROGRAM BULLETIN (CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM)-ENGINE HARMONIC BALANCER NOT SEATED.
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FUEL GAUGE DOES NOT READ FULL WHEN FUEL TANK IS FULL, SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT ON, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0455.
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*TT
SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT ON AND OR VARIOUS ELECTRICAL CONCERNS.
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*EH UPDATED 1/29/08. *NJ
Other
25 bulletinsThis PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini...
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50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product...
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Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S.
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Only)
Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify...
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the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
This bulletin directs to 08-05-22-009C
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO CONNECT TO ONSTAR USING THE WHITE, BLUE OR RED ONSTAR BUTTONS.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
INTERMITTENT LONG CRANK BUT WILL NOT START OR INTERMITTENT NO CRANK.
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*TT
INFORMATION ON UPGRADING CERTAIN ONSTAR GENERATION 5 ANALOG/DIGITAL-READY SYSTEMS TO ONSTAR GENERATION 6 DUAL-MODE (ANALOG/DIGITAL).
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*TT
VEHICLE LEADS/PULLS CHARACTERISTICS AND DIAGNOSIS.
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*TT
REAR DEFOGGER INOPERATIVE AFTER PERFORMING REMOTE VEHICLE START.
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*EH
REAR LIFT GATE CLOSING EFFORT.
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*TT
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
22 bulletinsThis service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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and Canada Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes...
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E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and...
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the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
Vehicle Recalls
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate...
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Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada...
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Only).
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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and Canada Dealers Only).
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S.
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Dealers Only).
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and...
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the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada...
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Only).
This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S.
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and Canada.
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for...
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causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with...
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independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco...
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Spin-On Oil Filters.
BUICK\CHEVROLET\GMC SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. *PE
Electrical
17 bulletinsVehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles.
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It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
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.
OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update Some customers may have received a letter from OnStar stating that "We recently...
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tried to provide a software update to the OnStar hardware in your vehicle. However, your system could not be updated remotely. As a result, some of your OnStar system functions may not be working as expected." The customer is further instructed in this letter to "Please contact your dealer or any dealer near you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this no-cost software update. Your dealer will reprogram your OnStar module with an update. This is for vehicles that have previously received the Canada upgrade as described in Service Bulletin #15-08-44-001F."
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN, IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON...
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MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON...
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MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC...
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DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT THE NORMAL POWER CONSUMPTION READING SHOULD BE FROM THE ONSTAR SYSTEM.
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON HOW TO TEST A BATTERY AND WHAT IS NEEDED TO WARRANTY A BATTERY.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN 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.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC...
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DRAIN TEST FOR THE ONSTAR MODULE. WHEN PERFORMING BATTERY PARASITIC DRAIN TEST, THERE MAY BE SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT THE NORMAL POWER CONSUMPTION READING SHOULD BE FROM THE ONSTAR SYSTEM.
PONTIAC/SATURN/CHEVROLET: SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING MULTIPLE ISSUES/SYMPTOMS CAUSED BY BODY HARNESS HARD CONTACT...
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AGAINST FLOOR EDGE PANEL UNDER LEFT REAR SEAT CUSHION. MODEL 2004-12 MALIBU, MALIBU MAXX, 2007-09 AURA, 2005-10 G6. *PE
SATURN\PONTIAC\CHEVROLET SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-POWER STEERING ASSIST. SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MAY EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST CAUSED BY ELECTRICAL INPUT SIGNALS WITHIN THE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY. *PE UPDATED 6/18/2012 *JS
BATTERY DRAW ADDITIONAL INFO.
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*TT
REPEATED PARK LPS FUSE OPEN (ADDITIONAL INFORMATION).
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*TT
Body & Paint
15 bulletinsThis service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and...
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Replacement Guidelines.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR RELEARNING THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS AND ROAD TESTIN...
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TO VERIFY THEY CORRECT A CONDTION OF THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS GLASS SHAKES, FLUTTERS AT NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN.
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VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
GM: ON SOME TRUCK MODELS THERE IS SOME FRAME CORROSION.
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*RM UPDATED ON 5/2/2012. *KB
INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) BACKLIGHTING INOPERATIVE DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS.
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*KB
SUN VISOR MIRROR COVER NONNFUNCTIONAL/BREAKAGE.
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*AK
(RETAINED ACCESSORY POWER) RAP DEACTIVATES FROM DRIVERS DOOR ONLY.
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*TT
SUNSHADE MIRROR COVER BREAKS OFF AT THE HINGE PINS.
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*TT
POWER MIRRORS WORKING OPPOSITE OF THE SWITCH DIRECTION.
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*TT
REAR DOOR DOES NOT STAY CLOSED IN COLD WEATHER.
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*TT
FRONT SEAT REAR TRIM PANELS FALLING OFF.
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*TT
REAR SUNSHADE COMES UNHOOKED FROM REAR SUNROOF TRIM.
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*TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES PREVIOUS BULLETIN NUMBER 04-08-110-004. *TT
Transmission
13 bulletinsGM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities.
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The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
Transmission Shift Cable Fracture
Transmission Shift Cable Fracture
Transmission Shift Cable Fracture
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when...
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the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
14327 - SPECIAL COVERAGE.
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SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITHOUT A STEERING GEAR UMBRELLA SEAL. WITHOUT THE SEAL, WATER AND DIRT MAY ENTER THE SYSTEM AND COULD CAUSE THE RACK AND PINION PARTS TO CORRODE. IF CORROSION EXISTS, THE FEEL OF THE STEERING WHEEL WILL BE LOOSE. IF THE SYSTEM IS NOT SERVICED WHEN THE PARTS BECOME LOOSE TO THE FEEL, THEN THE PARTS COULD FAIL, RESULTING IN THE STEERING WHEEL SPINNING FREELY. DEALERS ARE TO REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR.
CHEVROLET/PONTIAC/SATURN: INTERMITTENTLY BRAKE LIGHTS (STOP LAMPS) DO NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY, EXTENDED TRAVEL TO SHIFT...
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OUT OF PARK, CRUISE CONTROL INOPERATIVE, DTCS C0161/C0277 SET (PERFORM REPAIR AS OUTLINED). *PE UPDATED 5/11/11. *PE
VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE IN EITHER DIRECTION.
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TRANSMISSION MAY SHOW OVER FULL. P90 4T40E 4T45E NO MOVEMENT DRIVE OR REVERSE. CONVERTER MAY BE EMPTY OF FLUID. *TT
4T40E OR 4T45E WILL NOT SHIFT NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES.
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*TT
4T40E/4T45E HARD TO SHIFT.
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*TT
LOOSE SHIFT KNOB. *SC
Lighting
8 bulletinsThis informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or...
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Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed...
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Accessories.
BUICK\CADILLAC\CHEVROLET\GMC\HUMMER\OLDSMOBILE\PONTIAC\SAAB\SATURN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT-ANALOG ONSTAR DEACTIVATION. FCC RULED IN 2002 WIRELESS CARRIERS WOULD NO LONGER RE REQUIRED TO SUPPORT ANALOG WIRELESS NETWORK STARTING IN 2008. *PE CSC LETTER WAS RECEIVED. UPDATED 12/1/08. *PE
FRONT PARK/TURN/DRL OR REAR STOP/TURN/TAIL LAMP INOPERATIVE.
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(REPLACE BULB AND INSPECT SOCKET) *TT UPDATED. *KB UPDATED 11/02/07 *NJ
IPC, INTERIOR LIGHTS AND/OR HEADLAMPS FLICKER.
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BACKLIGHTING IS INOPERATIVE DURING DAYLIGHT CONDITIONS (HEADLIGHT SWITCH TURNED ON MANUALLY).
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BACKLIGHTING IS INOP DURING DAYLIGHT CONDITIONS (HEADLIGHT SWITCH TURNED ON MANUALLY) *SC
SIR LIGHT ON WITH CODES B0012.0E AND B0013.0E.
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Steering
6 bulletinsElectric Power Steering Assist
CHEVROLET/PONTIAC/SATURN: STEERING COLUMN TILT WHEEL RELEASE LEVER INOPERATIVE/BROKEN (REPLACE TILT WHEEL RELEASE LEVER...
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KIT AND/OR RELEASE LEVER RETAINER (TILT TEETH)). *PE
CHEVROLET\PONTIAC SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.
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SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT - LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST. *NJ
NORMAL OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) SYSTEM DURING EXTENDED LOCK-TO-LOCK (MAXIMUM STEERING WHEEL ROTATION) USAGE.
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*TT UPDATED 3/30/11. *PE
INTERMITTENT STEERING WHEEL DITHER AFTER FRONT END ALIGNMENT WAS PERFORMED.
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STEERING COLUMN TILT/TELESCOPE WHEEL LEVER AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE USE.
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Infotainment
4 bulletinsXM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN.
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THE VEHICLE'S XM RADIO ONLY HAS XM PREVEIW CHANNELS.
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE DISPLAY INACCURATE AT TIMES.
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Fuel System
4 bulletinsThis 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.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0404 EGR CONCERN.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE WILL ONLY GO TO 7/8THS FULL EVEN WITH A FULL TANK OF FUEL OR THAT CAN ONLY ADD 12 OR 13...
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GALLONS OF FUEL TO TANK AFTER THE LOW FUEL LIGHT COMES ON. *TT
FUEL GAUGE NOT READING FULL AFTER A CUSTOMER FILL.
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Software & Calibration
4 bulletinsOnStar Voice Fallback Number Update
THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT...
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A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBRATION CONCERNS.
GM: SERVICE BULLETIN EXPLAINING WHEN THE SAFETY BELTS ARE SUPPOSED TO LOCK.
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*RM UPDATED 12/6/11. *PE
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS WILL NOT ADJUST INOPERATIVE.
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*NJ UPDATED 3/13/09. *PE UPDATED 8/1/11. *PE
Brakes
3 bulletins16188 Special Coverage.
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Some vehicles may have a condition where increased resistance in the body control module (BCM) connection system can result in voltage fluctuations or intermittency in the brake apply sensor (BAS) circuit that can cause brake lamp malfunction. Specifically, the brake lamps may either illuminate without the brake pedal applied, or turn off when the pedal is applied. If this condition occurs within the stated terms, dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to the BCM X2 (C2) connector and the BAS harness connector, and relearn the brake pedal home position. The repairs will be made at no charge to the customer.
CHEVROLET: UNABLE TO RELEARN THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR.
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GMC: UNABLE TO RELEARN THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) SENSOR.
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HAVE DIFFICULTY PERFORMING THE BRAKE PEDAL POSITION (BPP) RELEARN. MODELS CHEVROLETS, PONTIACS AND SATURNS. *PE
Tires & Wheels
2 bulletinsThis service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all...
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repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all...
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repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
HVAC & Climate
1 bulletinA/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
Air Bags & Safety
1 bulletinFRONT SET HEAD RESTRAINT UNCOMFORTABLE, POSITIONED TOO FAR FORWARD.
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