GM Brand Quality has introduced a new labor code for 2023 passenger cars and trucks to help isolate instances where a customer’s concern is remedied when a technician resets the power by disconnecting and reconnecting a connector, fuse, or battery cable. (Fig. 12)
Fig. 12
The new labor code for a system reset became effective with the December 1st Labor Time Guide edition and is applicable to 2023 and future model year vehicles. The system reset labor code is not permitted for 2022 and previous model year vehicles.
System Reset or Connector Reconnection
To help differentiate between proper use of the labor code for a system reset and a connector reconnection, which is also available in the same Wiring Systems and Power Management section of the Labor Time Guide, keep in mind the following guidelines.
- System Reset – The system or component is found inoperable or there is no communication from the module. When the system is reviewed, the connectors are fully seated without any visible damage. When power is reset, by connector, fuse or battery, the system/component is now functional.
TIP: A connector that was not seated, an unlocked Connector Position Assurance (CPA), or a loose terminal are not examples where a system reset would apply.
- Connector Reconnection – The connector is found not fully seated or the CPA is not engaged. Repairs only require reseating of the terminal/CPA without component replacement.
TIP: Connector reconnection does not include loose/unseated terminals that require terminal replacement or damaged terminals or wires.
In addition, be sure to record any set DTCs.
Refer to Bulletin #22-NA-242 for more information.
– Thanks to Marco Salcedo
