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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1,001–1,100 of 1,724, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Sep 23, 2014–Feb 11, 2015.
Back to 2013 Chevrolet SONIC 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: 10113537
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for technicians who may find an oil leak after a recent oil change has been performed.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM.
Source record 10113537 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114390
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that have excessive oil consumption, blue smoke from the exhaust, or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician should inspect the PVC orifice for leaking oil or drawing a vacuum at idle. If the PCV orifice external port is leaking oil or vacuum, replace the camshaft cover assembly. Technician will inspect for a missing intake manifold Non Return Valve that may have damaged the PCV orifice diaphragm. Check for the return valve if it is not visible use a long cotton swab to wipe any excess oil from the valve to validate. If the non return valve is still not visible, then intake manifold removal for inspection is required to validate. When the valve is present reinstall the intake manifold. When the valve is not present replace the intake manifold assembly.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114390 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113531
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information to clarify proper transaction administration of GM Dealer Empowerment Program and Goodwill Cases.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113531 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113527
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This informational bulletin communicates GM's position on exterior lighting components ?tinted or smoked? by an outside vendor.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10113527 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113519
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This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015 model year to repair information on correcting a customer concern of poor, limited, reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) range.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113519 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113514
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This informational bulletin communicates GM's position on use of nitrogen gas in tires.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10113514 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113512
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for low line pressure or pressure regulator valve stuck after transmission service pump cover replacement.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR.
Source record 10113512 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057275
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GENERAL MOTORS: 2013-2015 BUICK ENCORE, CADILLAC ELR, CHEVROLET CRUZE, SONIC, TRAX, VOLT EQUIPPED WITH 1.4L ENGINE(RPO LUV OR LUU). CONCERN OF A CHIRP NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE ONCE VEHICLE HAS WARMED UP. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10057275 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10079524
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14371B - SPECIAL COVERAGE (LABOR CODE REVISED). SOME 2011-2014 MODEL YEAR CHEVROLET CRUZE VEHICLES AND SOME 2012-2014 CHEVROLET SONIC VEHICLES WITH THE 1.4L ENGINE MAY HAVE AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK FROM THE WATER PUMP. THE PUMP MAY LEAK FROM THE WEEP RESERVOIR OR FROM THE WATER PUMP SHAFT SEAL, LEADING TO A DRIP OF COOLANT ONTO THE ENGINE OR ONTO THE GROUND. OVER TIME, THE LOSS OF COOLANT WILL REDUCE COOLING PERFORMANCE AND EVENTUALLY COULD LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING. IF THIS CONDITION IS NOT CORRECTED, THE SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT MAY COME ON, AN ENGINE HOT, AC OFF MESSAGE MAY APPEAR, A CHIME MAY SOUND, AND THE ENGINE POWER MAY BE REDUCED. IF THE CONDITION OCCURS WITHIN THE SPECIAL COVERAGE TERMS,, THE WATER PUMP WILL BE REPLACED IF LEAKING.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10079524 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139439
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic tips that may be helpful in correcting a customer concern about a whistle noise heard from the engine area after the vehicle has warmed up, or for up to 10 seconds after the engine is shut off.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10139439 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139438
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This informational bulletin provides information to correct a dealer concern of what they perceive to be paint staining when the protective shipping film is removed from certain vehicles.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139438 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139437
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This informational bulletin updates information on electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139436
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This informational bulletin adds 2014 - 2015 model years to information regarding comeback prevention and using Customer Concern Verification Sheets (CCVS).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139436 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139433
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This informational bulletin provides information on control module diagnostics and configuration, programming using the TIS Service Programming System (SPS), set-up and warranty.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139433 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139430
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This informational bulletin provides information on chemical staining, pitting, corrosion and/or spotted appearance of chromed aluminum wheels, along with warranty information regarding these conditions.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10139430 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139426
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of feeling a bump, surge or vibration at idle in drive, at a stop.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10139426 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139422
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians an engine repair tip for installation of pistons.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10139422 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114352
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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: TIRES · WHEELS.
Source record 10114352 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10095317
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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: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10095317 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139415
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on ACDelco® replacement battery warranty procedures.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10139415 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139414
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This warranty administration bulletin adds 2012 - 2015 model years to information communicating a change in the product field action customer reimbursement procedure (U.S. Dealers Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139414 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114343
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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: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10114343 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114342
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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:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114342 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094888
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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 GREADYH OR GONSTAR READYH 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: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10094888 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10079307
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14371A - SPECIAL COVERAGE (REVISED WARRANTY INFORMATION). SOME VEHICLES WITH THE 1.4L ENGINE MAY HAVE AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK FROM THE WATER PUMP. THE PUMP MAY LEAK FROM THE WEEP RESERVOIR OR FROM THE WATER PUMP SHAFT SEAL, LEADING TO A DRIP OF COOLANT ONTO THE ENGINE OR ONTO THE GROUND. OVER TIME, THE LOSS OF COOLANT WILL REDUCE COOLING PERFORMANCE AND EVENTUALLY COULD LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING. IF THIS CONDITION IS NOT CORRECTED, THE SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT MAY COME ON, AN ENGINE HOT, AC OFF MESSAGE MAY APPEAR, A CHIME MAY SOUND, AND THE ENGINE POWER MAY BE REDUCED. IF THE CONDITION OCCURS WITHIN THE STATED SPECIAL COVERAGE TERMS, THE WATER PUMP WILL BE REPLACED IF LEAKING.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10079307 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139411
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information that accessory remote start does not work with OnStar RemoteLink? phone application.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139411 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139203
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to reduce the number of no trouble found (NTF) turbochargers (TC) being returned to the warranty parts Center (WPC) by informing Service Department personnel of what inspections and/or diagnosis to perform, prior to returning a TC to the WPC.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
Source record 10139203 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139201
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic tips that may be helpful in correcting a customer concern about a whistle noise heard from the engine area after the vehicle has warmed up, or for up to 10 seconds after the engine is shut off.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10139201 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139200
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This informational bulletin provides information that may be useful in diagnosing/testing batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or set in cold weather climates to correct a customer concern of symptoms that include, but not limited to, a slow or no crank condition that may be caused by a discharged battery.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ENGINE.
Source record 10139200 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139199
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This informational bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure, when diagnosing vibration concerns.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10139199 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139198
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information that the tire pressure monitor (TPM) sensors must always be re-learned when accessory wheels are installed on the vehicle.
Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
Source record 10139198 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057266
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GENERAL MOTORS: 2011-2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE CHEVROLET SONIC/ W 1.4L ENGINE(RPO LUJ OR LUV): SOME MODEL VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ENGINE COOLANT LEAK FROM THE WATER PUMP. THIS COULD REDUCE COOLANT PERFORMANCE AND CAUSE OVERHEATING. *LJ SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNERS LETTER. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM.
Source record 10057266 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126251
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This informational bulletin was created for the Manual Transmission Operating Characteristics. The different noises caused by driver habit, weather conditions , and normal manual transmission noises.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10126251 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114801
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may OnStar inoperative and Navigation/GPS/Compass issues. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B101D sym 3C and or F0. Technician will gather data using a scan tool and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. After approval technician will replace the OnStar module.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114801 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126248
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information on how to remove stainless steel wheel nut caps with the matching depth of socket used on the wheel nut.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10126248 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126247
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This preliminary information bulletin advises the technician that there is no update for the customers concerns of the GM remote start doesn't work with the Onstar remotelink phone application.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10126247 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114797
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have heated seats inoperative. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code U0209 in the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning. Technician will need to reprogram the seat heater control module using Service Programming System with the latest calibration to address the concern.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · SEATS.
Source record 10114797 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114783
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have heated seats inoperative. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code U0209 in the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning. Technician will need to reprogram the seat heater control module using Service Programming System with the latest calibration to address the concern.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER.
Source record 10114783 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126237
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This informational bulletin provide information for the technicians to repair the rear window defroster contact or tabs.
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10126237 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126231
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This information provides the proper way to install the floor mats .
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10126231 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114775
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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 10114775 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126221
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This warranty informational bulletin advised the technician that when performing a wiring repair, more information is required.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10126221 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114760
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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 call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D has a sym 37 set please refer to the latest version of PIC5492.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10114760 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126208
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This preliminary bulletin provides information on inspecting the turbocharger for missing or prematurely worn parts.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126208 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10253584
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Information on Removal/Cracking of Stainless Steel Wheel Nut Caps.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10253584 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10247716
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J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10247716 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10247061
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J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10247061 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10245938
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OnStar Module Does Not Support All B101D Symptom Codes.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10245938 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10056605
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BUICK/CHEVROLET: DUE TO LOSS OF WASTEGATE PRELOAD, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0299 (ENGINE UNDERBOOST) IS SET AND WEAR IN WASTE ACTUATOR ROD END TO PIN JOINT IS NORMAL. MODEL 2013-2015 ENCORE, SONIC, TRAX, 2011-2015 CRUZE. *PE
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10056605 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114271
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the JOB CARD, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; Service manager approvals and transaction authorization; Details of concern, cause and correction; Labor Time; Technician ID and acoutablity of labor time; Proper documentation and retension of warranty parts; Accurate sublet charges and receipts; Add on concerns after the Job Card has been written.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114271 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114270
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This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns that can't be duplicated.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114270 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114759
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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: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10114759 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114748
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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 10114748 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250026
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Please return service inventory of ACDelco part numbers 20964305, 20964306, 20877116, and 20898936 (Date Codes 077 13166 - 077 13228, June 15, 2013?August 16, 2013).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10250026 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10246513
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Please return service inventory of ACDelco part numbers 20964305, 20964306, 20877116, and 20898936 (Date Codes 077 13166 - 077 13228, June 15, 2013?August 16, 2013).
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10246513 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114746
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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 10114746 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114267
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This informational bulletin provides information on top tier fuels and what brands are available.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10114267 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114265
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check the headlamp wiring connector and replace if damaged.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10114265 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114262
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This informational bulletin explains a normal condition for what and how the drive line can clunk.
Source components: PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE.
Source record 10114262 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114260
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This information bulletin explains the use of drilling high strength steel in a collision repair and the GM recommended CryoCobalt Drill bit.
Source components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE.
Source record 10114260 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114732
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have the time on the radio display is inaccurate at times. If this concern is encountered, it can be alleviated by turning off the Automatic Clock Sync feature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10114732 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114244
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to turn the transport mode message of and reset the battery light flashing.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10114244 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114705
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a ?500 phone number? The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114705 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114240
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This informational bulletin helps the technician quick reference repairs to bulletins as opposed to replacing parts that may be un necessary.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114240 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114239
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This warranty bulletin clarifies the use of dealer empowerment to satisfy the customer.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114239 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10252163
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XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10252163 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250082
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Information on Driveline Clunk Noise
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10250082 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10247063
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A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10247063 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10246569
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Information on Driveline Clunk Noise
Source components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE.
Source record 10246569 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10245951
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Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10245951 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10245760
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Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing (Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10245760 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10074105
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10074105 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10073901
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10073901 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10072566
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10072566 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057066
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CHEVROLET/BUICK: ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) HAVE NEW STEERING GEARS RELEASED AND APPLIED TO NEW CALIBRATIONS. OLD CALIBRATIONS OF EPS ARE COMBINED OLD EPS CALIBRATIONS. MODEL 2013-14 ENCORE, SONIC, TRAX. *PE
Source components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
Source record 10057066 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135366
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about improper engine block cleaning during engine block service could lead to lines in the block deck surface that may be mistaken for cracks. Technician using improper block deck cleaning methods may see lines in the block deck surface. These lines are the result of using abrasive pad bristle devices to clean the gasket surface of the engine components. Technician should use the latest version of bulletin 00-06-01-012 for complete details on the use of these devices.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10135366 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135356
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10135356 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114330
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This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure on how to recalibrate a steering gear after replacement.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10114330 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114328
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This information for Warranty administration - Changes the Service Policy and Procedures Section 1.6.2.11 and now is refered to Article 3.2.9 of the 1st addition manual for details of Technician Identification and Accounting of Labor Time
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10114328 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114309
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This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
Source components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER.
Source record 10114309 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114304
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on whats considered a normal warm up time in cold ambient temperatures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10114304 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135342
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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 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 10135342 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135337
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a ?500 phone number? The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10135337 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114299
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This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the IPC.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10114299 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114296
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the JOB CARD, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; Service manager approvals and transaction authorization; Details of concern, cause and correction; Labor Time; Technician ID and acoutablity of labor time; Proper documentation and retension of warranty parts; Accurate sublet charges and receipts; Add on concerns after the Job Card has been written.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10114296 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114295
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This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to replace the air cleaner outlet duct if splits were found and causing the customers concern of MIL on.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114295 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114292
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This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure on how to cold crank test a battery in a vehicle.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10114292 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135322
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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 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 10135322 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135321
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that show an error message when a media disc is installed. Technician will need to check the Regular Production Option Code list to verify if the disc is compatible.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10135321 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114288
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This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to lube the clutch pedal pin and clutch pedal return spring to correct the customers concern of a squeaking clutch pedal.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10114288 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135316
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent engine misfire and a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0300, P0301, and/or P0304. Technician will need to follow published Service Information diagnostics first. If the Service Information diagnostics do not isolate a cause for this concern, inspect the inside of the fuel rail and/or fuel tank for fuel contamination. f fuel contamination is present, refer to the "Fuel System Cleaning" procedure in Service Information. Dealer will need to advise the customer to only use fuel from high quality high volume Top Tier fuel stations.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10135316 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114281
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This informational bulletin states that it no longer valid and refers to a new bulletin.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10114281 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114280
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This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10114280 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114279
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This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to replace the ignition cylinder if found that it has excessive wear which can cause the vehicle to power up or start when the key is put in the ignition with out turning it.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10114279 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057006
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BUICK/CHEVROLET: VEHICLE POWERS UP, WHETHER KEY IN IGNITION OR LEFT IN IGNITION, WITH CRANKING AND/OR CRANKING OF THE ENGINE AND MAKES WARNING CHIME INOPERATIVE. MODEL 2012-15 ENCORE, CRUZE, SONIC, TRAX. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10057006 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10056995
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CHEVROLET: DUE TO AIR CLEANER OUTLET DUCT, LOCATED AFTER MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR, CAUSING IMPROPER AIRFLOW INTO INDUCTION SYSTEM, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2012-2014 SONIC. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10056995 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112251
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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 AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10112251 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10150637
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This informational bulletin provides information on how to use floor mats.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10150637 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10142226
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This informational bulletin provides information on how to use floor mats.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10142226 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137805
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This informational bulletin provides information on how to use floor mats.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10137805 at NHTSA