2006 Chevrolet Uplander
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. Newest first.
The braun corporation has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. during conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification may not have been adequately welded.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A squeaking or clunking noise may develop. the trailing arm bushings may prematurely wear and the trailing arm may fracture or separate, allowing the rear axle to become partially separated from the chassis increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on june 4, 2010. owners may contact braun at 1-800-488-0359.
Dorman IS recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. a potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. the recall began on february 23, 2009. owners may contact dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.
Certain cargo vans fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standards no. 110, "tire selection and rims" and no. 120. "Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these cargo vans were shipped without a tire and loading information labels because they were incorrectly designated as incomplete vehicles.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the proper labels, owners may be unaware of the correct tire size and may overload these vehicles.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with new tire and loading information labels and certification labels. at the customer's option, a dealer can perform the installation for them. the recall began on march 15, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on march 31, 2006. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Owner complaints
158 complaints7 involved a crash2 involved a fire14 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Structure › Body › Door
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise and noticed that the rear driver’s side door had intermittently became inoperable. The check fuel cap warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed. The…
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal noise and noticed that the rear driver’s side door had intermittently became inoperable. The check fuel cap warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed. The vehicle had not repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 200,050. The VIN was not provided.
- Power train
While driving on highway, car suddenly shifted into neutral and I was unable to get it back in gear. Garage said it needs a new transmission. I was almost hit from car behind because I suddenly had lose of power. No warning lights or any issues indicating something was wrong prior to this incident. Vehicle is available for inspection
- Structure › Body
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced at an independent mechanic, she was informed of a unibody construction failure, and that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and the dealer was made aware…
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced at an independent mechanic, she was informed of a unibody construction failure, and that the vehicle was not safe to drive. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and the dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not repairable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000.
- Unknown or other
Have a Braun van where I was sold a unit that the rails and floor are rust out and van is getting ready to split in half was not disclosed that it was ther and the unit had a recall in 2016 purchased ot in 2018
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Fuel/propulsion system
This has happened several times me and my grand daughter are headed out shopping on highway 26 in oregon summit hiway the rig just shuts down ckicking the doors windows made funny noise and gas doesn't read full when full ,lights dime at night dash lights go out you have to wiggle the little dash…
This has happened several times me and my grand daughter are headed out shopping on highway 26 in oregon summit hiway the rig just shuts down ckicking the doors windows made funny noise and gas doesn't read full when full ,lights dime at night dash lights go out you have to wiggle the little dash board thing to make them go back on side mirrors won't adjust with panel in door ,and just this past week started doing same thing shut down come back on off by itself so had pulled starter,brand new battery and alternator all good this has to be an electrical issue this IS extremely dangerous seeings how I live in the mountains on a very curvy roads
- Air bags · Forward collision avoidance › Automatic emergency braking · Lane departure › Blind spot detection
Air bags failed to deploy when a dump truck driver ran a red light on the highway at 50+mph without hitting his breaks at all. I was at the intersecting light that was green so I had just started to pull into the intersection to cross over the highway.the front driver's side quarter panel IS…
Air bags failed to deploy when a dump truck driver ran a red light on the highway at 50+mph without hitting his breaks at all. I was at the intersecting light that was green so I had just started to pull into the intersection to cross over the highway.the front driver's side quarter panel IS smashed to the motor, hood ripped off and mangled. The dump truck spun us 180 degree's and drove up over the front windshield. Myself in the driver's seat, my fianc in the front passenger seat and our 5 year old daughter in her car seat in the driver's side bucket seat all wearing seatbelts all sustained head injuries and not one single air bag deployed in my vehicle.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. The contact stated while upon accelerating from a stop light, she crossed the intersection and another vehicle rammed the front driver side of her vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. the contact was transported to the hospital by ambulance as the…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. The contact stated while upon accelerating from a stop light, she crossed the intersection and another vehicle rammed the front driver side of her vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. the contact was transported to the hospital by ambulance as the contact sustained knee and body pain. the contact stated that her front seat passenger, rear seat passenger, and a baby in a child seat later sought medical attention at the emergency room however, their injuries were unknown. A police report was filed. The contact stated her friend came to the scene and drove the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was taken to an auto repair store where the vehicle was diagnosed with various failures. However, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000. The vin was not available.
- Power train · Structure › Body
Less than 150,00 miles we needed a brake job done on our van and was told by the repair shop and I quote"the vehicle IS so rotted and needs to be junked.the brakes are not unsafe. It seems to me that my 1995 chevy c1500 would have fallen apart a long time ago. I have over 250,000 miles on it
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 10v110000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to rydell chevrolet (located at 1325 e san…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving 20 mph, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 10v110000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to rydell chevrolet (located at 1325 e san marnan dr, waterloo, ia 50702, (319) 433-4871) to be diagnosed, but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 62,000.
- Electrical system · Engine · Steering
I looked up every problem an recall for the 2006 chevy uplander cause we bought the van when it had 40,000 miles since we got it it was in an out getting fixed the siding doors would just open the electrical was an IS all messed up the back suspension makes a clicking sound we had to get a new…
I looked up every problem an recall for the 2006 chevy uplander cause we bought the van when it had 40,000 miles since we got it it was in an out getting fixed the siding doors would just open the electrical was an IS all messed up the back suspension makes a clicking sound we had to get a new transmission the steering knuckle broke are van has every problem an recall that IS listed about this van but when I but the vin it said that it has none that's bull it's has more then then even have listed this van was an IS a lemon since we got it an everyone from the beginning didn't want to hear it now it broke down again the lights are going off an on, the temp shoot to hot an it shut off please help me an my wife we have three kids an this van IS all we have we paid for almost everything out of pocket an now we can't to me gm should fix everything that IS wrong with it an add the recalls that it has or IS this the type of van they sell I just don't no how this much can go wrong with one van that has no recalls we where driving it when the steering went I don't no how we are still living an did not wreck same with tonight when all the lights inside an out just went off it was dark an my wife was driving with are three kids
- Exterior lighting
Headlights will flicker while driving
- Unknown or other
My vehicle IS making a sound that varies could be suspension but it sounds like grinding and or howling mostly while braking or increased speed
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While the contact's son was driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The contact's vehicle flipped over five times and crashed into a telephone pole. The occupants were extracted by the jaws of life. There…
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While the contact's son was driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The contact's vehicle flipped over five times and crashed into a telephone pole. The occupants were extracted by the jaws of life. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained injuries to his bones, head, and eye sockets. The passenger sustained a fractured collar bone, scratches, and bruises. Both occupants required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes
Our ABS light IS on bought it that way lady said she had the ABS hub replaced but it still won't go off. Sometimes when your driving the traction control trying to kick in but in the middle of the road or highway IS not the place for your car to jerk out of no where scaring the crap out of you…
Our ABS light IS on bought it that way lady said she had the ABS hub replaced but it still won't go off. Sometimes when your driving the traction control trying to kick in but in the middle of the road or highway IS not the place for your car to jerk out of no where scaring the crap out of you especially when your surrounded by cars on all sides.these 2 lights stay on they will not go off I don't feel I should have to go through all of thy his again because of a manufacturer mess up. This has happened more than once but I'll list the last time below.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving 15 mph, another vehicle driving approximately 40 mph crashed into the passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The daughter sustained internal bruises in her stomach that required medical attention. In…
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving 15 mph, another vehicle driving approximately 40 mph crashed into the passenger side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The daughter sustained internal bruises in her stomach that required medical attention. In addition, the wife sustained a leg injury and stomach bruises, which did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While the vehicle was stationary, the fuel gauge stopped working and displayed "empty" even when the tank was filled with fuel. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was invalid. The failure mileage was 129,000.
- Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
When I'm stop and I press on the accelerator the van jumps or it starts shaking I took it to the dealer I was told it was the trasmission. They did a full service oil change and everything on the transmission. And it continues to do the same thing when I press on the gas pedal it doesn't get the…
When I'm stop and I press on the accelerator the van jumps or it starts shaking I took it to the dealer I was told it was the trasmission. They did a full service oil change and everything on the transmission. And it continues to do the same thing when I press on the gas pedal it doesn't get the next shift and it jumps my passengers get scare it fells like someone hit us from behind . Nothing pops up on the dash board no check engine or anything it's the transmission and I don't want to put money in it . It does it everyday I don't want to drive it I'm scared it won't go when I try to accelerate or it won't get the next gear and I'm going to drive 10 mph
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving at any speed, the vehicle made an unusual noise. The doors failed to open and close easily, especially the front doors. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving at any speed, the vehicle made an unusual noise. The doors failed to open and close easily, especially the front doors. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire frame was rusted out and separated, compromising the integrity of the frame. The dealer also stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 106,008.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While attempting to place the vehicle into the drive position, the gear failed to engage without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 233,000.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
My traction control light has been staying on sometimes the van accelerates on its own and service stability light comes on. Too the brakes have a grinding catch in brake pedal when pushing it when going down my driveway. Also the van has hesitation on starting you have to give it gas to start.…
My traction control light has been staying on sometimes the van accelerates on its own and service stability light comes on. Too the brakes have a grinding catch in brake pedal when pushing it when going down my driveway. Also the van has hesitation on starting you have to give it gas to start. These problems happen while youre driving. I just had a new transmission put in, but these problems started before my transmission went out.
- Structure › Body · Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving highway speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise under the vehicle and noticed a bar hanging under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower front body tie bar needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
Remember to keep your uplander's gas tanks at least half full! uplander fuel gauge shows gas tank IS a quarter full, however, vehicle immediately runs out of gas whenever on a downhill slope. this has happened several times when parked or sitting at a light on a downhill sloped driveway. unable…
Remember to keep your uplander's gas tanks at least half full! uplander fuel gauge shows gas tank IS a quarter full, however, vehicle immediately runs out of gas whenever on a downhill slope. this has happened several times when parked or sitting at a light on a downhill sloped driveway. unable to start the uplander in these cases, (sitting or parked facing downhill) as I was in my parking stall, I had to call for roadside assistance. after aaa pulled the uplander out of downhill parking space onto level ground, the uplander started up without any problem. the gas gauge then showed that I had a little more than a quarter of a tank and I was able to start the engine and drive the vehicle. took it to rancho valley chevrolet, phillips ranch, ca, and replaced the 2006 instrument panel with a re-built instrument panel.
- Air bags
Everytime I get into the vehicle the airbag light IS either on or off its never stays on setting its always back and forth. *tr
- Tires › Sidewall
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander equipped with goodyear assurance tires, size p225/60r17. The contact stated that 3/4 of the tire sidewalls collapsed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there were pinholes in the tire sidewalls. The tires were replaced.…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander equipped with goodyear assurance tires, size p225/60r17. The contact stated that 3/4 of the tire sidewalls collapsed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there were pinholes in the tire sidewalls. The tires were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 164,508 and the tire failure mileages were 123,045, 164,508, and 164,750. The dot number and vin were unknown. updated 02/04/15*lj
- Structure › Body › Door
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph making a right turn, the driver side sliding door suddenly open causing the warning alarm to activate in the vehicle. The contact indicated that the problem had occurred on multiple occasions.…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph making a right turn, the driver side sliding door suddenly open causing the warning alarm to activate in the vehicle. The contact indicated that the problem had occurred on multiple occasions. Also, the contact indicated while the vehicle was parked and after closing the sliding doors on either side, the doors would erroneously unlatch and open. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no solution was offered. The failure mileage was 87,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Power sliding door
Odi evaluated general motors' (gm) data, conducted consumer interviews, inspected and tested my 2005-2007 gm minivans with regard to the alleged defect of a power sliding door (psd) opening while the vehicle IS out of park.odi identified a high warranty claim rate.however, these claims are related to various problems…
Odi evaluated general motors' (gm) data, conducted consumer interviews, inspected and tested my 2005-2007 gm minivans with regard to the alleged defect of a power sliding door (psd) opening while the vehicle IS out of park.odi identified a high warranty claim rate.however, these claims are related to various problems associated with doors not properly opening or closing and not specifically to doors opening while driving.the condition of the psd reversing direction during the closing sequence IS consistent with an obstruction of the door, or with improper alignment of the door, and this IS addressed in gm technical service bulletin # 07-08-64-007 and bulletins # 07-08-64-007a through d.odi's evaluation of the psd system notes numerous safeguards to preclude both unintentional and intentional power opening of the psd while the vehicle IS in motion.a safety-defect trend has not been identified at this time.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.[see document file for additional information regarding this resume.]
- Power sliding door opening
Odi has received reports that the power sliding doors opened without command while the vehicle was in motion on model year 2005 and 2006 general motors minivans (chevrolet uplander/venture, pontiac montana sv6/montana, buick terraza, and saturn relay).some reports indicate that the door may not have been closed and…
Odi has received reports that the power sliding doors opened without command while the vehicle was in motion on model year 2005 and 2006 general motors minivans (chevrolet uplander/venture, pontiac montana sv6/montana, buick terraza, and saturn relay).some reports indicate that the door may not have been closed and latched before driving away causing the door to reverse (open) at low vehicle speeds.however, other reports indicate that the door was initially shut then opened after driving for several minutes and/or miles at vehicle speeds between 20 and 70 mph.odi has upgraded this preliminary evaluation to an engineering analysis (ea07-019) to further assess this issue.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011782This 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.
- 11009156This 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.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007744This 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.
- 11007743This 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.
- 11007208This 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.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006621Vehicle 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.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service 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.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This 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.
- 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 11000162The intent of this service 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.
- 11000158This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
- 10253770This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This 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.
- 10251888This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10250775This 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.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 10250013High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
- 10249980This 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.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249535This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
- 10249295This 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.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This 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.
- 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10247063A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
- 10247061J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10246963Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246602Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, Reduced Engine Power Message Displayed, DTC P2135 Set
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