Archive for October, 2018

2019 Camaro Touts New Looks, More Technology

2019 Camaro Touts New Looks, More Technology

The Camaro features a number of refinements for 2019, including a new front and rear fascia and a variety of technology enhancements, while still offering outstanding performance. The 2019 Camaro […]

October 31, 2018
ECM Software Updates for New V8 Engines

ECM Software Updates for New V8 Engines

Some 2019 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks may have an Engine Control Module (ECM) condition that requires reprogramming with the latest software calibrations now available. These conditions are covered […]

October 31, 2018
V8 Engine Misfire Condition

V8 Engine Misfire Condition

The Check Engine lamp may be illuminated and DTCs P0282 (Cylinder 8 Injector Control Circuit Low Voltage) and P0300 (Engine Misfire Detected) may be set on some 2015-2019 Escalade models equipped […]

October 31, 2018
Updated Shock Diagnostics Call for Replacing Only the Damaged Shock, Not Pairs

Updated Shock Diagnostics Call for Replacing Only the Damaged Shock, Not Pairs

GM has recently updated the diagnostic procedures for suspension systems in the Service Information on some 2019 models. The new information provides guidelines on strut and shock absorber replacement for […]

October 31, 2018
Exhaust Camshaft Reluctor Orientation

Exhaust Camshaft Reluctor Orientation

Some 2016-2019 Encore and Cruze models equipped with the 1.4L 4-cylinder engine (RPO LE2), 2016-2019 Malibu models equipped with the 1.5L 4-cylinder engine (RPO LFV), and 2018-2019 Equinox and Terrain […]

October 31, 2018
Oil Leak after 2.5L Engine Cylinder Head Replacement

Oil Leak after 2.5L Engine Cylinder Head Replacement

After the cylinder head has been replaced on some 2014-2015 Impala and Malibu models equipped with the 2.5L 4-cylinder engine (RPO LKW), an external oil leak may be found, random […]

October 31, 2018
High Voltage Battery Section Exchange

High Voltage Battery Section Exchange

High voltage lithium-ion battery sections for 2011-2019 Volt; 2012-2016 LaCrosse eAssist; 2012-2017 Regal eAssist; 2013-2014 Malibu Eco; 2014 Impala Eco; 2014-2016 ELR; 2016-2019 Malibu E2 HEV; and 2017-2019 Bolt EV […]

October 31, 2018
New EL-52552 COAX FAKRA Cable Adapter Kit

New EL-52552 COAX FAKRA Cable Adapter Kit

As more new vehicle components feature coaxial (COAX) cables in high frequency applications, including cellular and GPS antennas, Wi-Fi, and image display cameras, a new kit has been released from […]

October 31, 2018
Service Know-How

Service Know-How

10218.10V – Emerging Issues (U.S.) October 11, 2018 The monthly GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues seminars provide service/technical information on current issues and GM certified repairs. The latest service topics […]

October 31, 2018
New Terminal Probe and Remover Kits Available

New Terminal Probe and Remover Kits Available

Electrical diagnosis requires the right tools well as the right knowledge. Two new kits of wiring tools, engineered to GM specifications, are now available through the GM Tools and Equipment […]

October 12, 2018
Inoperative Passive Entry and Passive Start Functionality

Inoperative Passive Entry and Passive Start Functionality

One or both of the Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, or key fobs, with passive entry and passive start (Fig. 4) functionality may be inoperative from initial use on some 2016-2019 […]

October 12, 2018
Enabling and Disabling Passive Unlocking

Enabling and Disabling Passive Unlocking

The passive unlocking feature (RPO ATH) can be enabled and disabled on 2019 CT6, Escalade, XT4, Bolt EV, Camaro, Cruze, Malibu, Silverado 1500, Spark, Suburban, Tahoe, Trax, Volt, Acadia, Sierra […]

October 12, 2018
Possible Misfire Condition with DTCs Set

Possible Misfire Condition with DTCs Set

Some 2015 City Express models may have a misfire condition along with any of the following DTCs set in the Engine Control Module (ECM): P0011, P0075, P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303 […]

October 12, 2018
Paint Chip or Wear Mark Repair

Paint Chip or Wear Mark Repair

Some 2016-2018 Camaro models may show a paint chip (Fig. 10) or wear mark (marring) (Fig. 11) on one or both of the rocker panel moldings. The chipping or marring […]

October 12, 2018