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2013 Chevrolet SPARK
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 15

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1,401–1,447 of 1,447, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Mar 1, 2002–Dec 4, 2012.

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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.

NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.

Dec 4, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PI0870

NHTSA communication ID: 10113826

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This preliminary information bulletin provides information on inspecting and reattaching the shift select cables causing the transmission unable to shift into gears.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10113826 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5161C

NHTSA communication ID: 10246853

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Key Off Radio Operation.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS.

Source record 10246853 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PI0870

NHTSA communication ID: 10071850

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10071850 at NHTSA
Nov 28, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

000089027G

NHTSA communication ID: 10126171

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10126171 at NHTSA
Nov 28, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC4310H

NHTSA communication ID: 10112607

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 10112607 at NHTSA
Nov 28, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT4733J

NHTSA communication ID: 10112606

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10112606 at NHTSA
Nov 26, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

120310002

NHTSA communication ID: 10126191

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source record 10126191 at NHTSA
Nov 20, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

060089026J

NHTSA communication ID: 10126192

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10126192 at NHTSA
Nov 13, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

120089002A

NHTSA communication ID: 10126197

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This informational bulletin provides information for requesting a new key code for customers with lost or stolen keys

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10126197 at NHTSA
Nov 13, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

100089010B

NHTSA communication ID: 10126196

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10126196 at NHTSA
Nov 12, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

010089010J

NHTSA communication ID: 10126200

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10126200 at NHTSA
Nov 12, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

100089017W

NHTSA communication ID: 10126198

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10126198 at NHTSA
Nov 9, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

030846004M

NHTSA communication ID: 10126201

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This informational bulletin provides information on part restriction and ordering process information for onstar vehicle communication interface modules.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10126201 at NHTSA
Nov 9, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT4907A

NHTSA communication ID: 10112560

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10112560 at NHTSA
Nov 8, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

100864002B

NHTSA communication ID: 10126203

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10126203 at NHTSA
Nov 6, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP4902F

NHTSA communication ID: 10112545

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10112545 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

120089002A

NHTSA communication ID: 10245761

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Requesting a New Key Code for Customer with Lost or Stolen Keys

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10245761 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP4902E

NHTSA communication ID: 10112534

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10112534 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5491A

NHTSA communication ID: 10112529

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10112529 at NHTSA
Nov 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC4935D

NHTSA communication ID: 10112528

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system. Technician should understand the power cycles of the various OnStar systems. All Generation 6, 7, 8, and 9 systems are powered up continuously for 48 hours from ignition off. After 120 hours from ignition off, these systems then completely power off. The Onstar modules draw: * IGN ON - 240 to 400 Milliamp. * IGN OFF - 3 to 20 Milliamp for 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms. * IGN OFF - 0.2 to 0.8 Milliamp after 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10112528 at NHTSA
Oct 26, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP4902D

NHTSA communication ID: 10112516

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10112516 at NHTSA
Oct 23, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-08-49-001C

NHTSA communication ID: 10118653

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This technincal bulletin provides procedures for all the different way to put a vehicle in and out of transport mode and what to do when a vehicles transport mode message is displayed in the DIC.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10118653 at NHTSA
Oct 18, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT3099J

NHTSA communication ID: 10112494

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10112494 at NHTSA
Oct 16, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PI0086D

NHTSA communication ID: 10084191

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A LIST OF CORRECTIONS FOR MULTIPLE CONCERNS REGARDING UNEXPECTED LOSS OF RADIO AUDIO (RADIO GOES SILENT/NO SOUND) AND OTHER BLACKBERRY PHONE - BLUETOOTH ISSUES

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10084191 at NHTSA
Oct 15, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12-00-89-007

NHTSA communication ID: 10118637

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This informational bulletin provides information on dealer responsibility for cargo carrying capacity labeling and the part numbers for the labels.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.

Source record 10118637 at NHTSA
Oct 15, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PI0373A

NHTSA communication ID: 10118635

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure for relearning the power folding mirriors and road testin to verify they correct a condtion of the power folding mirriors glass shakes, flutters at normal driving conditions.

Source components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES.

Source record 10118635 at NHTSA
Oct 15, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

09-07-30-018C

NHTSA communication ID: 10118634

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the change in automatic transmission add conditions documentation and claim submissions

Source components: POWER TRAIN · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10118634 at NHTSA
Oct 15, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PI0373A

NHTSA communication ID: 10084683

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE FOR RELEARNING THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS AND ROAD TESTIN TO VERIFY THEY CORRECT A CONDTION OF THE POWER FOLDING MIRRIORS GLASS SHAKES, FLUTTERS AT NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES.

Source record 10084683 at NHTSA
Oct 11, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5759

NHTSA communication ID: 10112465

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a message on the radio "maximum number of phones are currently paired to the vehicle". Dealer should advise the customer this is normal operation of the vehicle due to the maximum number of five phones can be paired to a vehicle.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10112465 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

11-00-89-005B

NHTSA communication ID: 10118626

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This warranty administrational bulletin provides information on Clarification of Use - Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10118626 at NHTSA
Oct 9, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

07-00-89-037E

NHTSA communication ID: 10118623

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This warranty administrational bulletin provides information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs offered through GM.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10118623 at NHTSA
Oct 5, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

10-00-89-017V

NHTSA communication ID: 10118619

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This informational bulletin provides information on newly release bulletins used to fi the vehicles in the field the first time.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10118619 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5748

NHTSA communication ID: 10247043

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Rear Camera Message.

Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION.

Source record 10247043 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5743

NHTSA communication ID: 10247036

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

A/C Performance Table.

Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.

Source record 10247036 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5588A

NHTSA communication ID: 10246951

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10246951 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

090730018C

NHTSA communication ID: 10246593

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Warranty Administration ? Change in Automatic Transmission Add Condition Documentation and Claim Submission

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10246593 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

110849001C

NHTSA communication ID: 10245750

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 10245750 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC5748

NHTSA communication ID: 10112443

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a "Service Rear Camera" message on the radio display. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.

Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM.

Source record 10112443 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-PIC-5748

NHTSA communication ID: 10071330

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM.

Source record 10071330 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-PIC-5743

NHTSA communication ID: 10071328

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10071328 at NHTSA
Oct 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SB-11-08-49-001C

NHTSA communication ID: 10062537

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10062537 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT4911S

NHTSA communication ID: 10247682

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Navigation Radio Radio And Integrated Center Stack

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10247682 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT4911S

NHTSA communication ID: 10245321

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Navigation Radio Radio And Integrated Center Stack

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).

Source record 10245321 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5061

NHTSA communication ID: 10073933

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10073933 at NHTSA
Sep 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5058

NHTSA communication ID: 10073931

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10073931 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2002Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PC355B

NHTSA communication ID: 10250027

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACDelco Return Parts Application

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10250027 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2002Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PC355B

NHTSA communication ID: 10246514

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

ACDelco Return Parts Application

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10246514 at NHTSA