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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–300 of 835, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Dec 5, 2016–Jan 31, 2019.
Back to 2007 Saturn ION 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: 10154625
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This informational bulletin provides information on comebacks prevention information and using customer concern verification sheets (CCVS).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10154625 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10155051
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This informational bulletin explains the wheel Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10155051 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154629
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This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10154629 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10154627
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10154627 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10155010
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This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns Not duplicated (CCND).
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10155010 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: 10155012
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This informational bulletin provides information for information on passenger presence sensing system (PPS or PSS) concerns with custom upholstery, accessory seat heaters or other comfort enhancing devices.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SEATS.
Source record 10155012 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10155011
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This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not when replacing a module.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10155011 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10155008
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on The tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10155008 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: 10151869
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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 10151869 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: 10143752
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
Source components: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY.
Source record 10143752 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: 10143445
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a loud tick or rattle noise under the hood at all operating conditions. Technician will need to check the lower and oil pressure to the upper end oil pressure. Technician will need to inspect the oil feed orifice in the cylinder head. Technician will clean out and debris found in the orifice.
Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10143445 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: 10141360
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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 · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SUSPENSION.
Source record 10141360 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137517
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This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer to disconnectthe IPC from BCM before programming will force the BCM to prompt the technician to enter the mileage during programming.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10137517 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137554
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This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10137554 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137382
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This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10137382 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137341
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10137341 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139282
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This informational bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10139282 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: 10129089
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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: WHEELS.
Source record 10129089 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: 10139280
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This warranty bulletin explains how to determine if an outside mirrior was damaged by the customer and what is considered warranty and non-warranty.
Source components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR.
Source record 10139280 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139278
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This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns that cant be duplicated.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) · STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR · VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10139278 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: 10126983
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This Preliminary Information communication informs dealer technicians of a potential whining noise that can occur after servicing the water pump, water pump chain or cylinder head without use of the water pump sprocket holding tool. Dealers are advised this condition is the result of a water pump chain tensioner ratcheting out. The dealer is directed to follow service information to reset the water pump chain tensioner to correct.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10126983 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126972
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10126972 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139216
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This Bulletin provides procedures to correct a condition of Power Foldaway Mirror Glass Shake, Flutter at Normal Driving Speeds
Source components: VISIBILITY · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS · VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR.
Source record 10139216 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139208
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139208 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139167
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on The tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10139167 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139212
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139212 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139185
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This informational bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139185 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139211
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This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on enhancing field product reports with digital pictures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139211 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139088
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This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139088 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139090
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This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P2138 set.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10139090 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: 10134594
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This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134594 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134621
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This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134621 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134593
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This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10134593 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123222
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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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10123222 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123211
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a loud tick or rattle noise under the hood at all operating conditions. Technician will need to check the lower and oil pressure to the upper end oil pressure. Technician will need to inspect the oil feed orifice in the cylinder head. Technician will clean out and debris found in the orifice.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD.
Source record 10123211 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190338
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Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10190338 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190337
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Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT · SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER · SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER.
Source record 10190337 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10190320
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IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER:SENSOR/SENDING UNIT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10190320 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157041
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool is lower than 6708 Dealer can order the part thought the Instrument Sales and Service website process.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10157041 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159570
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10159570 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10157020
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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 · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10157020 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: 10157015
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This Preliminary Information communication informs dealer technicians of a potential whining noise that can occur after servicing the water pump, water pump chain or cylinder head without use of the water pump sprocket holding tool. Dealers are advised this condition is the result of a water pump chain tensioner ratcheting out. The dealer is directed to follow service information to reset the water pump chain tensioner to correct.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10157015 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159575
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This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10159575 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10159572
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This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10159572 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: 10140298
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The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10140298 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: 10137705
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of various concerns when using Bluetooth components. Technician should use the Preliminary Information to gather information from the customer on their Bluetooth device and the concern they are having before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10137705 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10140296
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10140296 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126081
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This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126081 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126065
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126065 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: 10137665
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This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137665 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: 10137602
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This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137602 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137603
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137603 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113976
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10113976 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: 10138019
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This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE for vehicles that may need an upgrade.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10138019 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138087
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This preliminary information bulletin provides information for diagnosing a power steering fluid leak at the fluid reservoir.
Source components: STEERING.
Source record 10138087 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138060
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This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10138060 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138014
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This information bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims and how to setup, and reprogram modules.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10138014 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116589
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116589 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113456
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113456 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116588
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This informational bulletin provides explanation on how to take snapshot data with a Tech 2 and upload it to a computer and where to email the info to.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10116588 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113454
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the OnStar module. When performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113454 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113443
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This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113443 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113437
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an OnStar Turn-By-Turn Navigation the system that is inoperative. Technician verifies there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Communication Interface Module of the vehicle. If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes found call OnStar using the Blue button on the OnStar key pad and ask the advisor for a turn by turn route. Also make a OnStar personal call and a call into the vehicle. If normal diagnostics do not lead to a resolution technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113436
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a ″Phone Unavailable″ audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A “Ready” or “OnStar ready” audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ″push to talk″ button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · STEERING.
Source record 10113436 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113427
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System. For the 2010 and UP model year vehicles, the OnStar set-up procedure and OnStar Activation request have been combined into a single programming event called OnStar Set-up and Activation in Service Programming System.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113427 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116585
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116585 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113418
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on or engine misfire, rough idle, extended crank, or crank no start in some cases. Technician will need to perform published Service Information diagnostics. If technician finds carbon, an upper engine and valve cleaning should be performed. Update added part numbers for the cleaner and model years.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10113418 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113416
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include “Vibration” “Business Associate Code” and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10113416 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116537
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This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface wheel bead seats. for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion (Clean and Resurface Wheel Bead Seat)
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10116537 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116534
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This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10116534 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116574
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This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10116574 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113318
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will need to ensure campaigns 14395 or 15086 are completed. Technician will need to use Global Diagnostic System 2 and gather information and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10113318 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10116536
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This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10116536 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111744
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This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111744 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111779
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This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111779 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111715
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10111715 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111743
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This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
Source components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER.
Source record 10111743 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111741
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This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111741 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10111742
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for GM dealer empowerment program and goodwill procedures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10111742 at NHTSA