2012 Chevrolet CRUZE Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 17
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1,601–1,700 of 1,816, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Nov 12, 2012–Feb 1, 2013.
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This 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.
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Feb 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PIP4543B
NHTSA communication ID: 10112835
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a concern with diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0016, or P0017 in the engine control module after a repair involving the camshaft actuators. There is a unique black plastic oil sleeve that is between the end of the cam actuator and the camshaft. This sleeve directs oil into the actuator to adjust the timing. If the sleeve is damaged or missing, the engine control module cannot control the cam actuator movement and will set the diagnostic trouble codes.
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CHEVROLET/PONTIAC/SATURN: AFTER REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT OF CAM ACTUATOR, BY TECHNICIAN, ONE OR MORE DTCS IN ECM, P0011, P0014, P0016, P0017 ARE CAUSED BY MISSING ACTUATOR OIL SLEEVE. MODELS 2012 SONIC, 2011-2012 CRUZE, 2009-2011 AVEO, 2009-2010, WAVE, G3, 2008-2009 ASTRA. *PE
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BUICK/CADILLAC/CHEVROLET/GMC/SAAB: SOME VEHICLES HAVE FLOOR MATS THAT ARE DIFFICULT TO FULLY SEAT ON CARPET SIDE RETAINER DUE TO FLOOR RETAINER BEING BROKEN AND VARIOUS BREAKPOINTS FOR STYLE OF RETAINER AND BECAUSE DIFFERENT STYLES OR DESIGNS NOT INTERCHANGEABLE AND CONTAINS NON MATCHING RETAINERS. MODELS 2010-13 LACROSSE, SRX, 2011-13 REGAL, CRUZE, EQUINOX, VOLT, TERRAIN, 9-4X, 2012-13 VERANO, SONIC, 2008-13 CTS AND 2013 MALIBU. *PE
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CHEVROLET: THE OIL FEED PIPE NEEDS CHECKING AND REPLACED. IF RESTRICTED, AND TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE REMOVED AND REPLACED, AND THE ECM SHOULD BE VERIFIED FOR LATEST CALIBRATION TO ALLOW TURBOCHARGE TO COOL, TO REDUCE LIKELIHOOD OF OIL COKING OIL FEED PIPE. MODELS 2011-2012 CRUZE, SONIC. *PE UPDATED 4/22/13. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve parts restriction has ended. Dealer can now order the parts directly through your Parts Department without General Motors Technical Assistance Center authorization.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL · SERVICE BRAKES.
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on replacement for the auxiliary floor mat retainer due to the floor mat retainer won't seat on the carpet.
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This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Engine Control Module has ended no longer be on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through the normal Customer Care and Aftersales parts process.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about melted plastic piece in the engine block deck that may be found when performing mechanical engine repairs. If the Technician finds melted or distorted oil feed restrictor orifice is found, engine replacement is required at this time.
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on updating software for the navigation radio for loss of GPS signal, low fuel, XM volume, audio button functionality, not able to set clock.
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on the driver airbag light is flashing in the cluster and/or the passenger airbag ON indicator does not illuminate when the passenger is present when the SDM setup has not been completed after reprogramming.
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BUICK/CHEVROLET: THERE IS AN OIL/FLUID LEAKAGE UNDER FRONT OF VEHICLE, POSSIBLY FROM WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT SEALS, AND ENGINEERING IS TRYING TO DETERMINE ROOT CAUSE OF LEAKAGE. MODELS 2011-2013 REGAL, CRUZE, 2012-2013 VERANO, SONIC. *PE
Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT.
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CHEVROLET: WHENEVER BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THERE WOULD BE A PULSATING/ROTATIONAL NOISE COMING FROM RIGHT REAR OF VEHICLE THAT MAY BE CAUSED FROM CUT BETWEEN BRAKE DRUM AND BRAKE SHOE INTERACTION. MODEL 2012 CRUZE. *PE
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS.
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This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
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This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
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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 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have the remote keyless entry transmitter range is very poor and they have to be very close to the vehicle before the transmitter operates. Technician will need to verify the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter range by pacing off approximately 100 feet diagonally on all four corners of the vehicle. Technician will replace the Remote Control Door Lock Receiver if the range is poor or if there is Diagnostic Trouble Code in the Tire Pressure Monitor.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information on doing a pressure line test prior to replacement and removal of the transmission for conditions relating to No Forward, No Reverse, No Crank, Engine Cranks But Will Not Start.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information on doing a pressure line test prior to replacement and removal of the transmission for conditions relating to No Forward, No Reverse, No Crank, Engine Cranks But Will Not Start.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a grind growl noise on the 1-2 shift that can be felt in the clutch pedal and brake pedal if applied during a 1-2 shift under light or normal acceleration. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
Source components: POWER TRAIN · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information the proper ways of adjusting the center trim bezel to correct the condition of the CD/DVD will not eject from the instrument panel mounted player.
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This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information the proper ways of adjusting the center trim bezel to correct the condition of the CD/DVD will not eject from the instrument panel mounted player.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio can be turned on after turning the ignition off and opening the driver's door. The radio can then be turned back on after the vehicle's Retained Accessory Power has been canceled by simply pressing the power button on the radio. This is a normal characteristic of the key off operation.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
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This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat
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This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on reprogramming the navigation radio to the latest software to correct the conditions of loss of GPS signal, low fuel, XM Volume, Audio Button Functionality,Not Able to Set Clock, Factory Settings Option Inoperable, Radio Display Information May Not Matching
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This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
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CADILLAC/CHEVROLET/BUICK/GMC: PASSENGER SEAT BELT INDICATOR IS ILLUMINATED DUE TO POSSIBLE CONDUCTIVE OBJECTS, SUCH AS TECH 2, GROCERIES, CHARGING AND AUDIO CABLES, ELECTRONIC TABLETS OR COMPUTERS AND CELL PHONES, PLACED ON SEATS AND WOULD ACTIVATE CHIME, SLOWLY, 5 TIMES. MODELS 2012-13 VERANO, CRUZE, 2013, ENCLAVE, LACROSSE, REGAL, ATS, CTS, SRX, XTS, EQUINOX, MALIBU, SONIC, TRAVERSE, VOLT, ACADIA, TERRAIN. *PE
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides daignostic tips for concerns regarding intermittent no crank and intermittent exhaust camshaft position sensor signal.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to remove and replace the clutch actuator cylinder elbow seal for concerns regarding a fluid leak after clutch actuator replacement.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT · POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:MASTER CYLINDER · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
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This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
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This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to remove and replace the clutch actuator cylinder elbow seal for concerns regarding a fluid leak after clutch actuator replacement.
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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.
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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.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that customers may inquire as to the availability of OnStar bluetooth on their vehicle. Technician should be advised that Vehicles with Regular Production Option Code (UPF or UWE) offer Bluetooth through the OnStar system.
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THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REMOVE AND REPLACE THE CLUTCH ACTUATOR CYLINDER ELBOW SEAL FOR CONCERNS REGARDING A FLUID LEAK AFTER CLUTCH ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT.
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This informational bulletin provides a description of the proper wheel installation and proper wheel torque techniques used to install wheels onto vehicles
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding customer concerns not duplicated and which labor operations to claim when the concern cannot be duplicated. Also provides information on how to submit claims within the global warranty managment.
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the navigation radio for concerns regarding Loss of GPS Signal, Low Fuel, XM Volume, Audio Button Functionality, Not Able to Set Clock, Factory Settings Option Inoperable, Radio Display Information May Not Match
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a grinding/rotational noise coming from the right rear of the vehicle during brake apply. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a vibration that is only present in fourth gear when lugging the engine. Technician will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center if the vibration is fourth gear only verify correct shift system adjustment and if no change.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
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This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
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This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
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This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have oil consumption or blue smoke from the exhaust. Technician will need to inspect the engine oil level and inspect the positive crankcase ventilation hoses, turbo housing, spark plugs, cylinders, intake manifold and air ducts for signs of excessive oil. Technician will also need to follow the latest versions of PI0552 and PIP4925. Technician should record engine compression and cylinder leakage readings. Technician will need to remove all pistons and inspect for cracks in the piston ring lands. Technician will need to replace the pistons including new rings as needed using the part numbers in the catalog and drain the charge air cooler and intake manifold.
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician being unable to program fobs to the vehicle. Technician will need to ensure the key FOB is a new unit and has not been programmed to another vehicle previously.
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This informational bulletin provides a single point reference and strategy document to aid in reducing customer comebacks, and the possibility of buyback situations by outlining specific guidelines, strategy and forms that will assist with this goal, by identifying, clarifying and documenting customer concerns accurately at each service visit.
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This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.