Subject: | Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues | |
Models: | 2014 and Prior GM Cars and Trucks | |
This bulletin has been revised to include updated information. Please discard CorporateBulletin Number 13-00-89-004C.
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2013 | SRX, XTS, ATS - Incorrect Gulf of Mexico Map Location | A S/W update has been released to address this condition. A USB drive (Blue ) wassent to dealers. | Replace the HMI or any other components for this issue. | PI1062 |
2013-2014 | ATS, XTS, SRX, Impala, CTS - Diagnostic Tips for Adaptive Cruise Control Inoperativeor Adaptive Cruise Control Temporarily Unavailable Message Displayed on DIC | Install accessory grille on non-adaptive cruise vehicles only. | Install accessory grilles on vehicles w/adaptive cruise. | PI1036B |
2012-2013 | LaCrosse, Regal, Malibu – Product Safety - Loss of Battery Charge - Replace GeneratorControl Module | Replace the Generator Control Module. | Replace the Generator Control & Battery Module. | 13142 |
2012-2014 | Sonic - Shifter Handle Knob Cracked and/or Will Not Operate While Shifting Out ofPark | Replace Shifter Handle. | Replace Shifter Assembly. | PI1086 |
2014 | ATS - Engineering Information - Increased Steering Effort, Service Power SteeringMessage Displayed on DIC, DTCs C047A, C056D, C056E, C0544 or C0475 Set | Contact Engineering as Requested. | Replace the Steering Gear. | PIE0271 |
2013 | ATS - Software Update (Over the Air) for Adaptive Forward Lighting System | Reprogram the Headlamp Control Module. | Replace the Headlamp Control Module. | PI1078 |
2013-2014 | ATS - Intermittent Service Power Steering Message on Vehicle Start Up | Check Grd G104 and Underhood Fuse Connections. | Replace the Steering Gear. | PI1097 |
2014 | Malibu - Transmission Fluid Leak at Auxiliary Pump Seal | Contact the Warranty Parts Center and request WPC part number 735, Aux pump seal. | Replace the transmission assembly or aux pump. | PI1071 |
2011-2014 | Encore, Trax, VOLT, Sonic, Cruze - Information on Water Pump Replacement | Confirm there is an existing leak before deciding to replace the water pump. | Replace the water pump for slight staining around the coolant reservoir cup plug. | PI1041A |
2006-2014 | Corvette - Front Tire Chatter/Noise vs. Rear Differential Chatter | While in a slow full turn (steering wheel turned all the way in one direction) slowlyaccelerate until the noise is heard. Unwind the steering wheel 90 degrees and maintainthe same speed. If the noise goes away or significantly diminished, this is consideredtire hop and it can not be corrected. | Drain or refill the differential it is not a fluid of differential concern. | 09-04-20-001D |
2011-2013 | Cruze - Odor from HVAC System with Temperature Control Set on High Heat and Engineat Operating Temperature | Order part from CCA warehouse. | Place order through Warranty Parts Center. | PI0935B |
2014 | Sierra, Silverado - Information on Accessory Bed Liner Installation for Pre-DrilledBed Liners and for Vehicles Equipped with Upper Tie-Downs | Notch plugs prior to install. | Make notches too big or multiple notches. | PI0983A |
2014 | Impala Limited, CTS-V Sport Wagon, CTS-V Coupe, CTS-V, CTS, Traverse, Enclave, Acadia,Escalade ESV, Escalade, Yukon XL, Yukon, Suburban, Tahoe - Malfunction Indicator Lamp(MIL) On, DTC P069E Set | Replace the fuel pump flow control module if there is a DTC P069E within this buildrange. | Replace other system components. | PI1082 |
2011-2014 | Terrain, Equinox - Wet Carpet/Floor at Driver and/or Passenger Footwell Areas | If water or water spotting has been diagnosed in the driver and passenger front footwellareas, water test for leaks in the roof ditch molding along the roof panel. | Repair/replace sunroof module or drains unless suspect. Or repair/replace windshieldseal unless suspect. | PI1090 |
2014 | Silverado, Sierra - Warm Air Exhausting from Driver and/or Passenger Front Seat Backinto 2nd Row Seating Area Causing Occupant Discomfort | Remove blower duct if a customer finds the warm air objectionable. | Replace seat components. | PI1091 |
2014 | Traverse, Acadia, Enclave - Service All Wheel Drive Message Displayed on DIC, DTCU0136 Set | Reprogram the Rear Differential Clutch Control Module. | Replace the Rear Differential Clutch Control Module. | PI1074A |
2006-2013 | Savana, Express - Front Shock Mount Bracket Crack (Install Reinforcement) | Install spring seat reinforcement if cracked. | Replace vehicle frame. | PI1080 |
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