Archive for August, 2019

New Camaro ZL1 eLSD Drag Race Calibration Available

New Camaro ZL1 eLSD Drag Race Calibration Available

A new performance calibration is available from Chevrolet Performance for 2017-2019 Camaro ZL1 models (in Canada, 2019 Camaro ZL1 models only) that enhance launch capabilities on the drag strip. (Fig. […]

August 29, 2019
Get Instant Field Action Notifications with the Certified Service Mobile Toolbox App

Get Instant Field Action Notifications with the Certified Service Mobile Toolbox App

The Certified Service Mobile Toolbox (CSMT) offers easy, convenient access to the Field Product Reporter app, Pre-Repair Authorization app and other service applications for GM dealerships (U.S.). But did you […]

August 29, 2019
Global In-Vehicle Technology Library Link in SI Provides Access to New Model Information

Global In-Vehicle Technology Library Link in SI Provides Access to New Model Information

The Global In-Vehicle Technology Library offers a variety of information covering GM’s infotainment systems, from capabilities by vehicle to operating features of specific systems. The materials and videos available in […]

August 29, 2019
Changing the MDI 2 Selection in TIS2Web

Changing the MDI 2 Selection in TIS2Web

GM has recently updated the Service Programming System (SPS) with a new method of selecting a J2534 tool in TIS2Web. A J2534 tool (MDI, MDI 2, or other J2534 device) […]

August 29, 2019
Rear Seat Bolt Tightening Sequence

Rear Seat Bolt Tightening Sequence

The 2nd-row seat mounting bolt tightening sequence on 2017-2020 Acadia, XT5; 2018-2020 Enclave, Traverse; 2019 Blazer; and 2020 XT6 models may not be clear to all technicians in the Service […]

August 29, 2019
Lack of A/C Performance in High Ambient Temperatures

Lack of A/C Performance in High Ambient Temperatures

The air conditioning system may be blowing warm air on some 2017-2019 Colorado and Canyon models. In some cases, the A/C evaporator may be freezing up. There also may be […]

August 29, 2019
Multiple Electrical Conditions, Illuminated Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps, and DIC Messages

Multiple Electrical Conditions, Illuminated Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps, and DIC Messages

There may be a number of electrical conditions present on some 2018-2020 Equinox and Terrain models. The conditions may include illuminated warning lamps on the instrument cluster, a Service Transmission […]

August 29, 2019
Rear Brake Squeal Sound

Rear Brake Squeal Sound

A rear brake squeal sound may be heard on some 2017-2019 XT5, Acadia (VIN N); 2018 Enclave, Traverse, Acadia; and 2019 Blazer models. The sound may be caused by the […]

August 29, 2019
Bluetooth Microphone Poor Performance

Bluetooth Microphone Poor Performance

Some 2019 Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500; and 2020 Silverado 2500/3500 HD and Sierra 2500/3500 HD models may have a poor or degraded Bluetooth call performance heard by the person on […]

August 29, 2019
Super Cruise Increases Compatible Highway Network

Super Cruise Increases Compatible Highway Network

GM is expanding the mileage of Super Cruise-enabled roads to include over 70,000 additional miles (112,000 additional km) by the end of 2019, bringing the total number of Super Cruise-enabled […]

August 9, 2019
New AFIT Adapters Released for 2019MY Engines

New AFIT Adapters Released for 2019MY Engines

The Active Fuel Injector Tester (AFIT) Spark Ignited Direct Injection (SIDI) Diagnostic Kit, essential tool CH-47976, was released several years ago for port and direct injected engine applications (Fig. 7) […]

August 9, 2019
Latest AFIT Software Adds 2020MY Vehicles

Latest AFIT Software Adds 2020MY Vehicles

The latest software update (CH-47976-SWV11) for the CH-47976 Active Fuel Injector Tester (AFIT) has recently been released. The new update adds 2020 model year applications (as of July 24, 2019). […]

August 9, 2019
Updated Dealer Infrastructure Guidelines Outline Recommended New PC Specs

Updated Dealer Infrastructure Guidelines Outline Recommended New PC Specs

The recently released GM Dealer Infrastructure Guidelines (DIG) have been updated with several changes for recommended dealership infrastructure equipment. The DIG includes guidelines that are organized in Good, Better, and […]

August 9, 2019
Active Fuel Management/Dynamic Fuel Management on GM Models

Active Fuel Management/Dynamic Fuel Management on GM Models

Active Fuel Management (AFM) or Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) is available on a number of recent GM models to help improve fuel economy, including 2014-2019 Corvette, Silverado LD, Sierra Limited; […]

August 9, 2019
Hydraulic Brake Conditions on Hybrid Vehicles Update

Hydraulic Brake Conditions on Hybrid Vehicles Update

Several brake system conditions that may be found on some 2016-2019 Volt and Malibu Hybrid (RPO HP4) models could be related to the hydraulic components. Be sure to not overlook […]

August 9, 2019
Possible Open Fuse in Fuse Block–Battery

Possible Open Fuse in Fuse Block–Battery

Some 2019 Silverado and Sierra models equipped with the 2.7L 4-cylinder engine (RPO L3B) may have an engine will not crank condition. If this condition is found and the starter […]

August 9, 2019
GM Service Know-How

GM Service Know-How

The monthly GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues seminars provide service/technical information on current issues and GM certified repairs. The latest service topics from GM Brand Quality and Engineering covered in […]

August 9, 2019