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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 301–400 of 831, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Mar 4, 2016–Mar 21, 2017.
Back to 2007 Buick LUCERNE 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: 10138019
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This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE for vehicles that may need an upgrade.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10138019 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138087
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information for diagnosing a power steering fluid leak at the fluid reservoir.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10138087 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138060
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10138060 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138014
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This information bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims and how to setup, and reprogram modules.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10138014 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116589
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116589 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113456
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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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113456 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116588
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This informational bulletin provides explanation on how to take snapshot data with a Tech 2 and upload it to a computer and where to email the info to.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10116588 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113454
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113454 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113443
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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.
Source record 10113443 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113437
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an OnStar Turn-By-Turn Navigation the system that is inoperative. Technician verifies there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Communication Interface Module of the vehicle. If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes found call OnStar using the Blue button on the OnStar key pad and ask the advisor for a turn by turn route. Also make a OnStar personal call and a call into the vehicle. If normal diagnostics do not lead to a resolution technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113436
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a ″Phone Unavailable″ audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A “Ready” or “OnStar ready” audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ″push to talk″ button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · STEERING.
Source record 10113436 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113427
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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 10113427 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116585
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116585 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113418
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on or engine misfire, rough idle, extended crank, or crank no start in some cases. Technician will need to perform published Service Information diagnostics. If technician finds carbon, an upper engine and valve cleaning should be performed. Update added part numbers for the cleaner and model years.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10113418 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113416
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include “Vibration” “Business Associate Code” and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10113416 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116537
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface wheel bead seats. for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion (Clean and Resurface Wheel Bead Seat)
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10116537 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116534
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This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10116534 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116574
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This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116574 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113318
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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 need to ensure campaigns 14395 or 15086 are completed. Technician will need to use Global Diagnostic System 2 and gather information and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10113318 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116536
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This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10116536 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111744
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This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111744 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111779
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This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111779 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111715
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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.
Source record 10111715 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111743
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This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER.
Source record 10111743 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111741
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111741 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111742
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for GM dealer empowerment program and goodwill procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111742 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114851
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Harsh Shift 1/2 and 2/3 and Sputter Applying Throttle Between 0 and 30%, Rough idle. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0101, P0171, P0172, P0174, and or P0175. Technician should inspect for cast flashing near the Mass Air Flow sensor as seen below.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10114851 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114842
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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 ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114842 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137623
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to complete a terminal replacement or connector re connection to correct a condition of Diagnostic Information for Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System, Intermittent AIR BAG Indicator/Lamp Illuminated with DTC(s) B0012, B0013, B0015, B0016, B0019, B0020, B0022, B0023, B0026, B0033, B0040, B0042 or B0044 Set (Inspect and Replace Connector Position Assurance (CPA) Retainer)
Source components: AIR BAGS · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10137623 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114831
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a 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 · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10114831 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137624
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on the change in product field action customer reimbursement procedure.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137624 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137615
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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: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · TIRES.
Source record 10137615 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114824
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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 contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10114824 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137621
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This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS.
Source record 10137621 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137620
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This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137620 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135240
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This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS.
Source record 10135240 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10119062
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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 and the OnStar Customer Identifier and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10119062 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135239
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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 10135239 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135237
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Battery Testing and Warranty Replacement Requirements (North America ONLY)
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10135237 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135236
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10135236 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135241
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This informational bulletin provides information on the top tier fuels that are recommended in GM vehicles.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10135241 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135244
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This Informational Bulletin provides information for customers to report Missing or Inaccurate navigation Radio Map Disc information.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10135244 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118917
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This Warranty Admin bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118917 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118913
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118913 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118912
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This informational bulletin provides information on return or reimbursement of customer owned CDs, DVDs or Navigation Discs .
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10118912 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118907
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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 10118907 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10092367
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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: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10092367 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118919
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Goodwill Tools, Customer Enthusiasm, and Policy Guidelines.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118919 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118918
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This warranty nonadministrative bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor op 0600014.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118918 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118915
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This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10118915 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118910
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This informational bulletin provides information on new tools used for the Hem Flanges and how to repair and seal the flanges when the repairs are done.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10118910 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118908
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This informational bulletin provides information on comebacks prevention information and using customer concern verification sheets (CCVS).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118908 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118914
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This informational bulletin explains the programming method quick reference guide for the IPC Odometer.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10118914 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10098081
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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 10098081 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10097132
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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 · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10097132 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10099252
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT HAVE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON OR ENGINE MISFIRE, ROUGH IDLE, EXTENDED CRANK, OR CRANK NO START IN SOME CASES. TECHNICIAN WILL NEED TO PERFORM PUBLISHED SERVICE INFORMATION DIAGNOSTICS. IF TECHNICIAN FINDS CARBON, AN UPPER ENGINE AND VALVE CLEANING SHOULD BE PERFORMED.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10099252 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118911
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This informational Bulletin provides Do's and Don'ts for maximizing gasoline engine fuel economy, other various tips and a list of websites for additional information.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10118911 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082412
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THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO CHECK THE CYLINDERS FOR DAMAGED PISTONS AND DETERMINE IF THE USE OF AFTERMARKET CALIBRATIONS OR PERFORMANCE PARTS MAY BE THE CAUSE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10082412 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083241
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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.
Source record 10083241 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082869
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO INSTALL PISTONS AND SUGGEST WHAT TOOLS TO USE.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10082869 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082506
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THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO CALIBRATION CONCERNS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10082506 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083080
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE LOW OIL PRESSURE MESSAGE. 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.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10083080 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082822
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON HOW TO TEST A BATTERY AND WHAT IS NEEDED TO WARRANTY A BATTERY.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ENGINE.
Source record 10082822 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082823
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE USE OF DIESEL FUEL ADDITIVES IN AN ENGINE, ARE NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE CUSTOMER DESIRES ADDITIVES TO PREVENT FUEL CONCERNS DEPENDING ON FUEL OR TEMPERATURE RELATED CONDITIONS.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.
Source record 10082823 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082814
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION TO GM DEALERS ON THE CORRECT CLEANING METHODS WHEN CLEANING ENGINE GASKET SEALING SURFACES.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10082814 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10082820
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETINS PROVIDES INFORMATION ON THE INTAKE MANIFOLD INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT AFTER SERVERE INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10082820 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126063
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This informational bulletin provides information on intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10126063 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089222
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THIS INFORMATIONAL PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SLIGHT OR MILD TIRE FEATHERING AND RECOMMENDED PRACTICES.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · TIRES.
Source record 10089222 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10081022
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT ,WHEN TESTING ANY CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR RESISTANCE, 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10081022 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10089201
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THIS WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION BULLETIN PROVIDES POLICY INFORMATION ON USING GM SERVICE POLICIES AND PROCEDURE MANUAL THAT REPRESENT KEY GM REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVICE OPERATIONS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10089201 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078928
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN A VEHICLE MAY HAVE A NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN ACCELERATING OR WHEN AT STEADY SPEEDS. THE ENGINE COVER MAY BE CONTACTING OR VIBRATING AGAINST THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE. IN ADDITION THE SHIFT CABLE MAY BE CONTACTING THE SIDE OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER DOWN BEHIND THE ENGINE. TECHNICIAN WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THE AFFECTED AREAS TO COMPLETE THE REPAIR. IF THE ENGINE COVER IS CONTACTING THE CABLE THEN REMOVE THE COVER AND USING PLASTIC TIE STRAPS, ATTACH A SMALL PIECE OF CLOSED CELL FOAM MATERIAL TO THE CABLE AT THE POINTS WHERE CONTACT IS TAKING PLACE WITH THE ENGINE COVER. USE A PLASTIC TIE STRAP TO SECURE THE SHIFT CABLE AWAY FROM THE BRAKE BOOSTER.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10078928 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083898
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE, TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10083898 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083513
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN OF RECEIVING FREQUENT "OFF ROUTE" MESSAGES WHILE FOLLOWING TURN BY TURN (TBT) ROUTE NAVIGATION. THE TECHNICIAN IS PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING THE VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE FOR THIS CONCERN.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10083513 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078745
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN OF RECEIVING FREQUENT "OFF ROUTE" MESSAGES WHILE FOLLOWING TURN BY TURN (TBT) ROUTE NAVIGATION. THE TECHNICIAN IS PROVIDED INSTRUCTIONS FOR RESETTING THE VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE MODULE FOR THIS CONCERN.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10078745 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083509
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE'S XM RADIO ONLY HAS XM PREVEIW CHANNELS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10083509 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083482
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO DIAGNOSE THE CONCERN AND THE STEPS TO REPAIR THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE'S XM TRAVEL LINK MAY BE INOPERTIVE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10083482 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078520
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION THAT MAY BE USEFUL ON DIAGNOSING BATTERIES THAT HAVE SET FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME AND/OR SET IN COLD WEATHER CLIMATES AND TESTING THOSE BATTERIES.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10078520 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083884
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS FOR DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. THE VEHICLE MAY BE UNABLE TO CONNECT TO ONSTAR USING THE WHITE, BLUE OR RED ONSTAR BUTTONS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10083884 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083489
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10083489 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083484
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10083484 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078735
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO HELP THE DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS PERFORM A PARASITIC 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10078735 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078734
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON REPAIRING THE CONCERN. 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.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10078734 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078507
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THIS WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION BULLETIN PROVIDE POLICY INFORMATION ON USING THE EL-50313 MIDTRONICS GR8 BATTERY TESTER/CHARGER FOR DIAGNOSING BATTERY REPLACEMENTS AND MAINTAINING BATTERIES ON NEW VEHICLES IN DEALER INVENTORY.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10078507 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078506
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES WARRANTY INFORMATION ON USING THE SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYSTEM (SPS) FOR PROGRAMMING CONTROL MODULES
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10078506 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078504
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION INTERNAL ENGINE NOISE OR DAMAGE AFTER OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10078504 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078472
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON A NORMAL CONDITION ON TEMPERED GLASS OF SPOTS SHOWING ON THE REAR AND SIDE WINDOWS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN THE SUNLIGHT.
Source components: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR.
Source record 10078472 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083900
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN, IF UNABLE TO PLACE AN ONSTAR CALL IN THE IGNITION ON MODE AFTER THE ONSTAR CANADA UPGRADE TO CONTACT THE GM TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER ONSTAR GROUP FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10083900 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10083512
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · VISIBILITY.
Source record 10083512 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078604
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE STEPS ON DIAGNOSING THE CONCERN. VEHICLE'S SUNROOF OPERATION INTERMITTENT, BIND, NOISE, AUTO-REVERSE, AND/OR WATER LEAKS.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · STRUCTURE:BODY · VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10078604 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10078434
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THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS OF A MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10078434 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113973
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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 check Global Warranty Management system for customer satisfaction program 15086 status. If the status of the customer satisfaction program 15086 was not completed follow the steps to get the Telematics Communication Interface Control Module replaced. If the status of customer satisfaction program 15086 is found completed contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center OnStar group for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113973 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112831
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This informational bulletin provides information on chemical staining, pitting, and corrosion on wheels and the proper cleaners to use to fix the conditions due to multiple causes.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10112831 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112829
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM is implementing a new service strategy that uses a set of universal coaxial repair kits to service vehicles. This only applies to cable used for high frequency signals, such as cellular (OnStar®), satellite radio (XM) and GPS (navigation). The kits do NOT apply to the AM/FM cables.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10112829 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112821
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessory Remote start not working with onstars remotelink phone applications
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10112821 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112819
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This informational bulletin provides information on Identifying Non-GM (Aftermarket) Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines Using Tech 2® or GDS 2 (U.S. and Canada)
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10112819 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112791
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Courtesy Transportation and Roadside Assistance Programs
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10112791 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112789
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to relearn the power folding mirriors and road test to correct a conditon of power fold away mirriors glass shakes or flutters at normal driving speeds
Source components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR.
Source record 10112789 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113921
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician after the OnStar Canada upgrade the OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Email report is inoperative. Please communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113921 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112779
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This informational bulletin provides information on vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak and that this is considered a normal conditon and no repairs are necessary
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10112779 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113914
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the coil grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR.
Source record 10113914 at NHTSA