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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 601–700 of 1,950, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jun 2, 2017–Feb 13, 2018.
Back to 2013 Buick LACROSSE problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10137345
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10137345 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129864
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have hard start, extended crank, or black smoke from the exhaust when starting. Technician will need to perform fuel quality test, spark test, and a compression test. Technician should also install a vacuum gauge prior to cold start and watch needle for signs of a sticking valve.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10129864 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129857
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. The Global Architecture electrical system associated with these vehicles does not allow controller swaps between vehicles.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10129857 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137341
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10137341 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139279
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This informational bulletin explains how the catalytic converters may need an inspection, cleaning or replacement if debris have entered the exhaust system.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR.
Source record 10139279 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129104
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose the concern, and the steps to repair the concern of Diagnostic Trouble Code P228C setting. The technician is to inspect the fuel and readings for the High Pressure Fuel Pump. The technician is to drain and clean fuel tank and all lines if contamination is found. The technician is to replace the high pressure fuel pump and the fuel inlet line to the high pressure fuel pump. The dealer is to request the customer complete the fuel survey attached and send to the fuel system engineer at the e-mail address provided. Latest revision added model years to the PI with no other changes. New revision adds model year and removes the customer surveys.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10129104 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139282
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This informational bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10139282 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129097
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. 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.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10129097 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129095
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information on a rattle, tick, or knock type noise. Any drivability concerns they should be addressed prior to the following diagnostic progression. A sound file or video with sound of the noise needs to be made prior to dis-assembly to help isolate to one area in the engine. There are four different steps to diagnosis the concern. This communication was updated to include the 2017 and 2018 model year.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION.
Source record 10129095 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129089
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. 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.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10129089 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129073
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing 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.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10129073 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139280
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This warranty bulletin explains how to determine if an outside mirrior was damaged by the customer and what is considered warranty and non-warranty.
Source components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR.
Source record 10139280 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139284
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on Damaged, Disassembled or Improperly Packaged Turbochargers Returned to Warranty Part Center.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
Source record 10139284 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139277
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This information bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139277 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139278
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This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns that cant be duplicated.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR · VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10139278 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139276
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This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the published distance-based schedule.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10139276 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129051
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10129051 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139209
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This informational bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10139209 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126983
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This Preliminary Information communication informs dealer technicians of a potential whining noise that can occur after servicing the water pump, water pump chain or cylinder head without use of the water pump sprocket holding tool. Dealers are advised this condition is the result of a water pump chain tensioner ratcheting out. The dealer is directed to follow service information to reset the water pump chain tensioner to correct.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10126983 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126982
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10126982 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126972
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10126972 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139216
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This Bulletin provides procedures to correct a condition of Power Foldaway Mirror Glass Shake, Flutter at Normal Driving Speeds
Source components: VISIBILITY · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS · VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR.
Source record 10139216 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139208
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139208 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139167
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on The tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10139167 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139179
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This informational bulletin provides information on Some vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in 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.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10139179 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139212
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139212 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139182
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low temperatures.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10139182 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126958
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with information regarding high misfire rates always on #1 cylinder. A customer may complain of misfires or roughness on cold start up with a P0300 diagnostic trouble code. Technician is to add coolant dye to the system and run the engine through warm up to circulate the dye. Pressurize the cooling system after a cold soak and inspect the cylinder with a bore scope for coolant dye. Dye is used to identify coolant over residual fuel being that might be left in the cylinder. The technician is not to replace the cylinder head as it will not correct this concern. In some cases it is necessary to remove the head for inspection. Do not replace the engine for small surface pock marks or a pitting appearance this is normal and do not connect to coolant passages. Usually if porosity is present there will be a break in the carbon ring. Only replace the engine if true porosity is found. Technician is to call Product Quality Center with the latest version of bulletin 02-07-30-029 if porosity is found and engine replacement is required.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10126958 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139185
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This informational bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139185 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139181
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This informational bulletin provides information on dealer responsibility for cargo carrying capacity labeling and the part numbers for the labels.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139181 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126951
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a clock that is slow to update while driving when the clock auto set feature enabled. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10126951 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139211
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This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on enhancing field product reports with digital pictures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139211 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139176
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This informational bulletin provides information for the technicians on multi-media infotainment tester (MIT), does not function properly when diagnosing infotainment complaints, which may lead to mis-diagnosis.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10139176 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139099
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to clear the codes and re-evaluate the XM radio channels to correct a condition of audio muting when listening to some Sirius XM channels but if they change channels they will find others that experience normal audio. This could be due to interference from transmitting sources outside of Sirius XM?s frequency range.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139099 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139088
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This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139088 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139095
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This bulletin describes the Dealer special tool loan program process.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139095 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139089
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This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine drivability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10139089 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125122
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to verify the door of the cylinder is not sticking.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10125122 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139118
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This informational bulletin provides a listing of the parts availability for coax repair procedures and what is needed to complete some repairs.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139118 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139108
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This informational bulletin provides information for assisting the customer in setting the position for the memory mirror and the reverse tilt
Source components: VISIBILITY.
Source record 10139108 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139090
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This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P2138 set.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10139090 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125106
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.
Source record 10125106 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139098
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install dust deflectors when replacing wheel bearings on vehicles no matter what the concern is of the vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · WHEELS.
Source record 10139098 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134594
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This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134594 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134621
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This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134621 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123252
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10123252 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134593
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This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134593 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123232
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This Preliminary information communicates the identification process for High Feature V6 camshafts in re-manufactured engines.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10123232 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134569
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Low Audible Whine Noise has been found to be transmitting from the balance shaft drive chain.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10134569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123227
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10123227 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123222
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10123222 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123218
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This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of mildew odor or water on front floor on either side of the vehicle. Technician will gain access to the front wheelhouse of the affected side. The front wheel house flange may have a void in the sealer causing water to leak through and accumulate on the floor or wet carpet will be found. A thumb grade sealer will need to be placed in the void to prevent the water leak into the cabin.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 10123218 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123211
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a loud tick or rattle noise under the hood at all operating conditions. Technician will need to check the lower and oil pressure to the upper end oil pressure. Technician will need to inspect the oil feed orifice in the cylinder head. Technician will clean out and debris found in the orifice.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD.
Source record 10123211 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190338
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Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10190338 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190337
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Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify 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
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT · SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER · SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER.
Source record 10190337 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190320
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IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER:SENSOR/SENDING UNIT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10190320 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190230
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LOW AUDIBLE WHINE NOISE FROM ENGINE
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10190230 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157041
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10157041 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159623
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This informational bulletin provides information of a possible misfire that may happen from incorrect camshafts being installed in the reman engines.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10159623 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159599
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This informational bulletin provides information on RDM Axle Ratios for AWD Vehicles for Vibration Diagnostics When Using the Pico Scope
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10159599 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159570
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10159570 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157020
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10157020 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157018
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This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
Source record 10157018 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159613
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This informational bulletin provides information for programming the low speed LAN module due to the mirrors memory position reverse tilt position is inoperative.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10159613 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157015
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This Preliminary Information communication informs dealer technicians of a potential whining noise that can occur after servicing the water pump, water pump chain or cylinder head without use of the water pump sprocket holding tool. Dealers are advised this condition is the result of a water pump chain tensioner ratcheting out. The dealer is directed to follow service information to reset the water pump chain tensioner to correct.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10157015 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159575
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This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10159575 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159572
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This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10159572 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159569
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This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10159569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10156999
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10156999 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10156991
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a diagnostic tip for navigation radios that have inaccurate entries at times when using the voice recognition to input the address. When using the Navigation command "Address" or "Destination" this Allows an address to be stated as a one-shot method. When using the Navigation command "Directed Address" this Allows an address to be stated one step at a time. Directed address option may be a better choice for entering that address.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10156991 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10156990
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10156990 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159574
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This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10159574 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140293
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This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine Damage.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10140293 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140298
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The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10140298 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140406
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Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10140406 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137735
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with information regarding high misfire rates always on #1 cylinder. A customer may complain of misfires or roughness on cold start up with a P0300 diagnostic trouble code. Technician is to add coolant dye to the system and run the engine through warm up to circulate the dye. Pressurize the cooling system after a cold soak and inspect the cylinder with a bore scope for coolant dye. Dye is used to identify coolant over residual fuel being that might be left in the cylinder. The technician is not to replace the cylinder head as it will not correct this concern. In some cases it is necessary to remove the head for inspection. Do not replace the engine for small surface pock marks or a pitting appearance this is normal and do not connect to coolant passages. Usually if porosity is present there will be a break in the carbon ring. Only replace the engine if true porosity is found. Technician is to call Product Quality Center with the latest version of bulletin 02-07-30-029 if porosity is found and engine replacement is required.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10137735 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137734
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0008 or P0009 may be set. Technician will need to inspect for loose timing chains or tensioners. If after following Service Information diagnostics the root cause is not found inspect the reluctor for the crankshaft sensor. If the reluctor has moved then replace crankshaft.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10137734 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137727
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible 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.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10137727 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140373
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This informational bulletin provides to the technician, locations to check for possible loose or damaged electrical connections that may set a DTC instead of just replacing a part.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10140373 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137714
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to verify the door of the cylinder is not sticking.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10137714 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137713
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to verify the door of the cylinder is not sticking.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE.
Source record 10137713 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137705
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10137705 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140296
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10140296 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140297
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on warranty and policy exchange program for electronic products for U.S. and Canada dealers only.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10140297 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126081
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This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126081 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126113
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This informational bulletin provides information on Information on How to Prevent Inadvertent Vehicle Starting from Key Fob or OnStar Mobile Application and where to locate the information for future use.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10126113 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126065
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126065 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10108645
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This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10108645 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114082
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This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10114082 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10108641
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This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10108641 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10108627
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This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10108627 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10108626
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This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10108626 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10108625
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This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10108625 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114072
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the guidelines option.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10114072 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114071
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This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10114071 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118290
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This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10118290 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118256
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10118256 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118250
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a knock noise, seized engine, lower end squeak or squeal from the engine. Technician will inspect the oil control solenoids for metal debris. Also inspect for damage to the cam caps Journals and camshaft journals on the heads. The check the timing chain idler sprockets for stiffness when turning. If any of these instances would be a cause to replace the engine instead of repair.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10118250 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118244
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a ticking noise on cold start after sitting more than 6 hours. Technician will inspect the oil pump pick-up tube to block seal being compressed. It the seal is compressed replace the seal and retest.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10118244 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118233
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats. 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118233 at NHTSA