1999 Chevrolet S10 TSBs
99 Technical Service Bulletins across 12 categories
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Engine
23 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING RUST IN COOLING SYSTEM, HEATER INOPERATIVE, BLOWS COLD AIR, ENGINE OVERHEATS (FLUSH COOLING SYSTEM).
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NLM
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED, NO 3RD AND 4TH GEAR, THE TRANSMISSION DOES...
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NOT SHIFT CORRECTLY, THE TRANSMISSION FEELS LIKE IT SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL OR A LOSS OF DRIVE OCCURS. *TT
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN OF EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND HAVING TO ADD OIL BETWEEN CHANGES.
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SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE SECURITY LAMP ILLUMINATES WHILE DRIVING; ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START; AND / OR...
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THE ENGINE STARTS THEN STALLS AND THE SECURITY LAMP IS FLASHING. *TT
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE SECURITY LAMP ILLUMINATES WHILE DRIVING; THE SECURITY LAMP MAY BE ON OR OFF; THE...
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SECURITY LAMP IS ILLUMINATED; THE ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT START AND THE SECURITY LAMP IS FLASHING; AND / OR THE ENGINE STARTS THEN STALLS AND THE SECURITY LAMP IS FLASHING. *TT
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON A HISSING OR AIR RUSH NOISE BEING PRODUCED IN THE THROTTLE BODY.
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SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE ILLUMINATION OF THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON (SES) LIGHT AND CODE P0300 (GENERAL MISFIRE), WITH...
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DRIVEABILITY COMPLAINTS OF ENGINE MISFIRE, ROUGH IDLE AND HESITATION. **MR
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels.
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GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on High Oil Pressure on Startup After Engine Replacement...
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Concern.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come...
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with the 4T65E General Motors remanufactured transmission may not be the same as Original equipment manufacturer quick connect verses inverted flare. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that after a...
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transmission or torque converter replacement the vehicle may have a harsh 1-2 upshift and the Check Engine Light or Service Engine Soon indicator is illuminated. If you have duplicated the customer?s concern and found Diagnostic Trouble Code P0894 or P1870 set in the Transmission Control Module please contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLE THAT AFTER A...
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TRANSMISSION OR TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE A HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR SERVICE ENGINE SOON INDICATOR IS ILLUMINATED. IF YOU HAVE DUPLICATED THE CUSTOMERS CONCERN AND FOUND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0894 OR P1870 SET IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE PLEASE CONTACT GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER.
4L60E, 4L65E REPLACEMENT VALVE BODY GASKETS DOES NOT SEEM TO FIT.
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SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT AND P0300 WHEN TOWING, CRUISING UPHILL OR ON HARD ACCELERATION.
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CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0410 SET.
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ENGINE COOLANT LEAK AT INTAKE GASKET.
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4.3 L35 LU3 RATTLE OR BUZZ NOISE FROM ENGINE.
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SIT BULLETIN 1457619. *TT
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH A P0300 SET AND A MISFIRE.
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VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 1996 - 1999 P32 MODELS. SIT BULLETIN 1416475. *TT
THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP IS ILLUMINATED, NO 3RD AND 4TH GEAR, THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT CORRECTLY, THE...
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TRANSMISSION FEELS LIKE IT SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL OR A LOSS OF DRIVE OCCURS. *TT
RATTLE NOISE IN ENGINE.
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RATTLE NOISE IN ENGINE.
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH A P0300 SET AND A MISFIRE.
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VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 1996-1999 P32 AND THE 1996-2002 GMC C/K TRUCK. *TT
Body & Paint
22 bulletinsSOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NO START CONDITION ADTER SITTING OVER 24 HOURS AND / OR REAR TAILGATE GLASS IS INOPERATIVE.
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SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE THIRD DOOR IS HARD TO OPEN AND/OR THE DOOR HANDLE MAY BE BROKEN FOR 1996-2002...
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CHEVROLET AND GMC S/T EXTENDED CAB PICKUP MODELS.. *SLC
CONCERNS WITH EXCESSIVE EFFORT OR BREAKING OF THE THIRD DOOR HANDLE ON EXTENDED CAB PICK UPS.
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SOME THREE DOOR PICK-UPS MAY HAVE A THIRD DOOR HANDLE THAT BREAKS OR IS HARD TO OPERATE.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
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Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables.
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Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER INTERIOR AND/OR HEAD LAMPS FLICKER.
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WATER LEAK IN FRONT FLOOR CARPET AREA.
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GM TECH LINK. *TT
TAILGATE CABLE SLACK.
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THIS INCLUDES 1998-2006 CHEVROLET AND GMC FULL AND MID SIZE TRUCKS. *EH UPDATED. *KB
PAINT CODE UNKNOWN FOR FRONT BUMPER AND WHEEL FLARE.
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*EH
INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) INTERIOR HEAD LAMPS FLICKER.
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IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) INTERIOR HEAD LAMPS FLICKER ON 99-04 CHEVROLET, GMC AND CADILLAC FULL SIZE TRUCKS AND UTILITIES AS WELL AS OTHER MODELS.
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IPC (INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER) GAUGE FLUCTUATION AFTER KEY-OFF.
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Other
11 bulletinsINFORMATION ON OVER TORQUING OR A REVERSE BEDRAIL INSTALLATION.
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SUBJECT REGARDING GENERAL WATERLEAK GUIDE.
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INFORMATION REGARDING IMPROVED BUS SEAT DECLINER ASSEMBLIES, THE HANDLE ON THE RECLINER ASSEMBLY IS ATTACHED WITH A...
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NUMBER 20 TORQUE WITH A SHANK LENGTH OF 20 MILLIMETERS. *SLC
SUBJECT REGARDING THE NEW RECLINCER ASSEMBLY.
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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.
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.
CLUNK NOISE FELT THROUGH THE FLOOR PAN.
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*KB
4WD MODELS WITH NOISE, VIBRATION ON DRY PAVEMENT.
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*EH
FRONT AXLE GRIND WHINE NOISE IN 2WD GONE IN 4WD.
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*EH
4L60E, 4L65E INTERMITTENT NEUTRAL FROM A STOP OR STEADY SPEED.
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CLUNK NOISE FELT THROUGH FLOOR PAN.
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Transmission
9 bulletinsDIAGNOSIS OF CRACKED OR BROKEN TRANSMISSION CASE.
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*TT 2006 AND PRIOR CARS AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. *TT
SOME VEHICLES WILL NOT MOVE WHEN 4-WHEEL DRIVE IS REQUESTED, NOISE, SHUDDER, POOR PERFORMANCE, TRANSMISSION / TRANSFER...
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CASE SLIPS, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT UPSHIFT, SLIPS IN 4-WHEEL DRIVE. *TT
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN STATES THAT TECHNICIANS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY IN REMOVING THE CONNECTORS FROM THE...
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PARK / NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH, USUALLY WHEN TRYING TO REMOVE THE SWITCH DURING TRANSMISSION SERVICE. *TT
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON; THE TRANSMISSION IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR; AND / OR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS INOPERATIVE.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from American Axle Manufacturing.
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Technician should be advised that the maximum pinion shim to be used or stacked behind the pinion is 0.050?, and the minimum pinion shim is 0.020? for an 8.6 axle. The range for available pinion depth shims for the 10.5? axle is 0.006? to 0.024?. When setting the backlash it should be set between 0.003? to 0.005? on a new ring and pinion for any American Axle Manufacturing application. The ring and pinion can be reused or adjusted if the mileage is less than 500 miles, if not used for towing. Technician should be advised that a ?roller coaster? or ?hourglass? pattern on the bearings may be normal up to 10,000 miles and possibly longer. With a mis-machined housing you may get a heel pattern on both sides of the gear teeth at build up can generally be corrected with backlash adjustments. When setting up an 8.6? axle with a 5 cut gear set is to use a 0.035? pinion shim and set backlash to 0.004?. When using the newer 2 cut gear set also use a 0.035? pinion shim and still set backlash to 0.004?. To set the gear pattern use backlash to adjust the pattern heel to toe. Use the pinion shim to adjust the height of the pattern. The proper drive pinion bearing pre-load is from 15 - 30 inch pounds with new bearings. The total torque to turn after the differential case is installed should increase 5 - 10 inch pounds at the pinion. A new pinion nut must be used whenever the old one is removed. The axle shaft end play specification is 0.012? per side and the radial specification is 0.002? - 0.003?. Technician should be advised that synthetic lube can be used in all new American Axle Manufacturing axle assemblies. The new pinion seal for the 8.6? axle assembly is a two piece design.
ELECTRONIC TRANSFER CASE UNABLE TO COMPLETE SHIFT.
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DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION FOR INTERMITTENT TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFT, SLIP, BUSY/CYCLING TCC OR NOISY COOLING FAN.
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4L60E, 4L65E FORWARD AND LOW REVERSE WAVED STEEL CLUTCH PLATE APPEARANCE CHANGE.
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4L60-E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL PUMP FIRST AND SECOND DESIGN IDENTIFICATION.
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Electrical
8 bulletinsINFORMATION ON REPLACING CORRODED TRAILER PRE-WIRE HARNESS AT THE REAR BUMPER.
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Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
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Supplemental Inflatable Restraint lamp, Service Vehicle Soon lamp on and/or radio locked, possibly after module replacement. Technician will need to check for an incorrect or non-existent VIN number in modules that require them. Technician should ensure that all modules that are replaced are programmed per currently published Service Information. Technician should also check the Sensing and Diagnostic Module part number if it was replaced.
FUEL AND TEMPERATURE GAUGE INOPERATIVE, LOW FUEL AND BATTERY LIGHT ON, PRNDL INOPERATIVE.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS INOPERATIVE AFTER BCM REPLACEMENT B2618 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE.
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IDL EMERGING ISSUES BROADCAST COVERING TOPICS SUCH AS THE ONSTAR, CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS, AN OVERVIEW OF THE EVAP...
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OPERATION, WIRING ISSUES FOR THE SEATS, AND SHUTTER DURING PARKING LOT MANEUVERS. *TT
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PRNDL INOPERATIVE AND OR BATTERY LIGHT ON.
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REVISED HEATER / VENT MODULE REPLACEMENT.
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Fuel System
7 bulletinsSOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON AN EXHAUST BOOM / GROAN NOISE IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT.
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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.
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.
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.
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
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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.
FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATION IN PARK OR NEUTRAL.
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Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
5 bulletinsVehicle Recalls
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Infotainment
5 bulletinsThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock.
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Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock.
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Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock.
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Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock.
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Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock.
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Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
Lighting
4 bulletinsSOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE HEADLIGHTS OR INTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKER WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT.
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IPC, INTERIOR LIGHTS AND/OR HEADLAMPS FLICKER.
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DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC) STAYS IN BULB CHECK.
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4L60E/4L65E INTERMITTENT NEUTRAL CONDITION WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP OR WHILE DRIVING.
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*TT 1999-2006 GM CARS, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS AND UTILITIES. *TT
Brakes
3 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING NECESSARY RESURFACING OF THE PARK BRAKE DRUM.
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ANTILOCK BRAKE (ABS) ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS ON VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 1995 AND 1996 ENVOY.
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ANTILOCK BRAKE (ABS) ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS.
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HVAC & Climate
1 bulletinHEAT COMING FROM VENTS WITH HVAC OFF.
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Tires & Wheels
1 bulletinSLIPS IN 4-WHEEL DRIVE, NOISE, VIBRATION, LEAKS, HOT ODOR.
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