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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–100 of 369, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Feb 28, 2017–Jul 18, 2025.
Back to 2001 Oldsmobile SILHOUETTE 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: 11020816
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11020816 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11014455
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11014455 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11009156
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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.
Source record 11009156 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11007744
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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: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11007744 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11007743
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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: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11007743 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11006621
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
Campaign / software reference: General Communication
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11006621 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11004557
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This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 11004557 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 11002312
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This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 11002312 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10251890
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This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10251890 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250775
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This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10250775 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10249980
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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:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10249980 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10249579
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This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10249579 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10249011
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10249011 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10244274
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This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10244274 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10247780
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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: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10247780 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10244201
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This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10244201 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242262
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This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10242262 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10242298
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This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10242298 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10240793
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10240793 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10235799
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This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10235799 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10236164
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM).
Source record 10236164 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10234110
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This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10234110 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10232287
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10232287 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10232136
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This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10232136 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10232811
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This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE.
Source record 10232811 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10230697
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT.
Source record 10230697 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10227056
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This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10227056 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10224820
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10224820 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10224309
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Source record 10224309 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222796
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10222796 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10224273
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10224273 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10214869
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10214869 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10216361
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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: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10216361 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10213818
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: STRUCTURE.
Source record 10213818 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10209980
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This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10209980 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10209921
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10209921 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10208027
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Source record 10208027 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10212625
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN.
Source record 10212625 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10206726
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This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10206726 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10201310
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact PARTECH and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10201310 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10200151
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10200151 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10200090
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10200090 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10197294
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10197294 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10193450
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10193450 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10191191
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This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10191191 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190437
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10190437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190417
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
Source record 10190417 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190413
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This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. Due to the surplus of winter grade fuel sitting in storage (pipelines/stations) the EPA is waiving the fuel vapor requirement. This will extend the use of winter fuel into the summer months. The drivability concerns should not be single events but should be multiple occurrences associated with hot days.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10190413 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10182545
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10182545 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10180299
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10180299 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10178387
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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 · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10178387 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10178385
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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: VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM.
Source record 10178385 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10178376
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10178376 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10178306
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole authorized provider of a certification confirmation letter which helps our customers identify if their vehicles meets the required USA regulatory standards necessary for importation into the USA.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10178306 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10176326
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10176326 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10176607
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
Source record 10176607 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10176310
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. Due to the surplus of winter grade fuel sitting in storage (pipelines/stations) the EPA is waiving the fuel vapor requirement. This will extend the use of winter fuel into the summer months. The drivability concerns should not be single events but should be multiple occurrences associated with hot days.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10176310 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10172305
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact PARTECH and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10172305 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10171318
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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.
Source record 10171318 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10171280
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10171280 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10171878
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
Source record 10171878 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10168979
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10168979 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10169354
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10169354 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10168207
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10168207 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167437
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10167437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10167434
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10167434 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10166638
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10166638 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10165876
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10165876 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10165874
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact PARTECH and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10165874 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10163659
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10163659 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10161932
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM.
Source record 10161932 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10160987
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10160987 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10160983
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10160983 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154306
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10154306 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154299
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10154299 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154641
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10154641 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10155009
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10155009 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154566
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10154566 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154552
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This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and ultrasonic leak detector tools.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL.
Source record 10154552 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10147401
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This Preliminary information communicates
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10147401 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10147367
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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 10147367 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10144451
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10144451 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10143449
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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 10143449 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10141381
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10141381 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10141371
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10141371 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129097
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10129097 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129073
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10129073 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10129051
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This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10129051 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125106
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears to be inaccurate relative to a known distance traveled. Technician should obtain a hand-held GPS unit to test the odometer. If a hand held GPS unit is not available, the only other option is to verify the miles traveled using a surveyor's wheel or a dynamometer.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.
Source record 10125106 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157018
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This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
Source record 10157018 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10156999
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10156999 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10156990
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10156990 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137727
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10137727 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118256
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System. For the 2010 and UP model year vehicles, the OnStar set-up procedure and OnStar Activation request have been combined into a single programming event called OnStar Set-up and Activation in Service Programming System.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10118256 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118233
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10118233 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137601
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This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on engine surfaces.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10137601 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137635
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This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS.
Source record 10137635 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138020
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This informational bulletin explains how to update the older Onstar module software to new software over GSA.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10138020 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: 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 NHTSA