New GM ToolNet Special Tools App Now Available

New GM ToolNet Special Tools App Now Available

The new GM ToolNet special service tools inventory management application is now available to GM dealerships in the U.S. The Canadian application launches on April 20. To access the site, […]

April 15, 2020
Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Crankshaft Balancer Removal

On some 2019 CT6; 2019-2020 XT4, Silverado, Sierra; 2020 CT4, CT5, XT5, XT6, Blazer, and Acadia models equipped with the 2.0L engine (RPO LSY) or 2.7L engine (RPO L3B), the […]

April 15, 2020
Poor Heater Performance Due to Coolant Hose Restriction

Poor Heater Performance Due to Coolant Hose Restriction

Poor heater performance may be experienced on some 2020 Silverado and Sierra models equipped with the 3.0L diesel engine (RPO LM2). The poor performance may be caused by the heater […]

April 15, 2020
Duramax Diesel Warm Engine Idle Knock Sound

Duramax Diesel Warm Engine Idle Knock Sound

Some 2020-2021 Silverado 2500HD/3500HD and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD trucks equipped with the 6.6L Duramax diesel engine (RPO L5P) may have a thumping or knocking sound coming from the rear of the […]

April 15, 2020
Unable to Deactivate Brake Boost System

Unable to Deactivate Brake Boost System

A GDS2 error message stating “Request Rejected by the Control Module” may occur when trying to deactivate the brake boost system while performing the hydraulic brake system bleeding procedure on […]

April 15, 2020
Low Oil or Add Oil DIC Messages

Low Oil or Add Oil DIC Messages

A Low Oil or Add Oil message may be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) on some 2019 Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500; 2020-2021 Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Sierra 1500, […]

April 15, 2020
Normal 1.2L Engine Sound

Normal 1.2L Engine Sound

The 2020 Encore GX and 2021 Trailblazer feature the new 1.2L turbocharged engine (RPO LIH). (Fig. 20) The engine may have a noticeable sound under certain circumstances. Fig. 20   […]

April 15, 2020
GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues

GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues

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 […]

April 15, 2020

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April 9, 2020
All-New C8 – The 2020 Corvette Stingray Makes a Mid-Engine Move

All-New C8 – The 2020 Corvette Stingray Makes a Mid-Engine Move

The all-new eighth generation 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C8) features a sleek, performance-focused design with a first-ever mid-engine configuration. (Fig. 1) The rear weight bias enables the capabilities of the […]

March 31, 2020
2020 Corvette Stingray Powertrain

2020 Corvette Stingray Powertrain

The all-new 2020 Corvette Stingray delivers exceptional performance through a combination of rear weight bias, aerodynamics, chassis tuning and its new mid-engine small block V8 and 8-speed dual clutch transmission […]

March 31, 2020
2020 Corvette Pre-Delivery Inspection Tips

2020 Corvette Pre-Delivery Inspection Tips

The Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) of the new 2020 Corvette Stingray includes several special inspections and installation procedures. Be sure to complete all items on the PDI form. Here are a […]

March 31, 2020
Front View Camera Programming and Learn Procedure

Front View Camera Programming and Learn Procedure

After replacing and programming the B174W Front View Camera Module (Fig. 30) on the 2020 CT5, the learn procedure using GDS2 may not be able to be started. Any of […]

March 31, 2020
Endgate Closure with Accessory Tonneau Cover

Endgate Closure with Accessory Tonneau Cover

After installing an accessory tonneau cover on some 2019-2020 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 models and 2020 Silverado 2500HD/3500 HD and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD models, the endgate may fail to auto […]

March 31, 2020
Intermittent Slip in Reverse

Intermittent Slip in Reverse

Some 2019-2020 Colorado and Canyon models equipped with the 6L50 automatic transmission (RPO MYB) may have an intermittent slip condition or may not engage when shifted into Reverse. The intermittent […]

March 31, 2020
GDS2 Core Software Update Increases Efficiency

GDS2 Core Software Update Increases Efficiency

The latest update to the GDS2 core software (Version 21.3.06900) in TIS2Web recently released includes changes for Diagnostics over Internet Protocol (DoIP) diagnostics, new messaging for MDI 2/MDI usage on […]

March 31, 2020
All-New Buick Encore GX Arrives

All-New Buick Encore GX Arrives

The all-new 2020 Buick Encore GX (Fig. 1) is a crossover sport utility vehicle designed and manufactured globally and sold worldwide. It slots in the Buick lineup between the smaller […]

March 19, 2020
New 3-Cylinder Engines Drive Buick Encore GX

New 3-Cylinder Engines Drive Buick Encore GX

The all-new 2020 Buick Encore GX (Fig. 10) features two new, fuel efficient, turbocharged 3-cylinder engines mated to either a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a Hydra-Matic 9-speed automatic transmission. […]

March 19, 2020
Servicing Check Engine Light Conditions on 2020 Models

Servicing Check Engine Light Conditions on 2020 Models

GM requires that technicians document the causal Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) that leads them to a vehicle warranty repair. The DTC is to be documented in the “Cause Comments” section […]

March 19, 2020
Technicians Go Big to Get Multi-Panel Views in Techline Connect

Technicians Go Big to Get Multi-Panel Views in Techline Connect

Techline Connect (TLC) is GM’s latest tool to bring diagnostic information and vehicle data to technicians in one easy-to-use application. With all the information that is available through TLC, the […]

March 19, 2020