GM Announces Diagnostic Time Allowance Changes

GM Announces Diagnostic Time Allowance Changes

As a result of technician feedback, GM is implementing a new Diagnostic Time Strategy. This new process is designed to provide adequate time for technicians to diagnose the most difficult […]

July 8, 2018
Latest Global EPC Update Provides Search Enhancements

Latest Global EPC Update Provides Search Enhancements

The latest update to the GM Global Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) includes several new features that make it easier to find the right parts, including new compliance alerts, better alignment […]

July 8, 2018
The New King of the Hill: 2019 Corvette ZR1

The New King of the Hill: 2019 Corvette ZR1

The most powerful and fastest production Corvette ever made. (Fig. 1) That’s the 2019 ZR1, with its hand-assembled 6.2L supercharged V8 engine (RPO LT5) producing 755 horsepower and 715 lb.-ft. […]

July 1, 2018
2019 Corvette ZR1 Ground Effects Installation

2019 Corvette ZR1 Ground Effects Installation

Due to the size of the aerodynamic components, or ground effects — front fascia splitter, rocker moldings, rear spoiler, etc. — on the 2019 Corvette ZR1 (Fig. 10) as well […]

July 1, 2018
New Keyed Ignition System on 2019 Models

New Keyed Ignition System on 2019 Models

Starting with the 2019 model year, all Buick, Chevrolet and GMC models — excluding 2019 Silverado legacy models; Sierra legacy models; and Express and Savana models — with a keyed […]

July 1, 2018
Service Know-How

Service Know-How

10218.07V – Emerging Issues (U.S.) July 12, 2018   The latest service topics from GM Brand Quality and Engineering are covered, including how labor times are calculated (Fig. 23) and […]

July 1, 2018
2018 Industry-wide Service Technician Satisfaction Survey Now Underway

2018 Industry-wide Service Technician Satisfaction Survey Now Underway

The 2018 Service Technician Satisfaction Survey is taking place now and technicians at all GM dealerships in the U.S. and Canada are encouraged to participate. GM and other automotive manufacturers […]

June 30, 2018
Hoist Lift Pad Adapters for New 2019 Silverado and Sierra

Hoist Lift Pad Adapters for New 2019 Silverado and Sierra

The all-new 2019 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks will be arriving at dealerships soon. These new trucks feature a fully boxed steel frame that is 88 lbs. (40 kg) […]

June 30, 2018
TCSC Support for Warranty Blocked Vehicles

TCSC Support for Warranty Blocked Vehicles

GM new vehicle limited warranties may be partially or fully voided for a number of reasons. To verify warranty coverage, Investigate Vehicle History (IVH) must be used in order to […]

June 30, 2018
2019 Model Year Full-Size and Medium-Duty Truck Names and Identification

2019 Model Year Full-Size and Medium-Duty Truck Names and Identification

For the 2019 model year, Chevrolet and GMC will introduce all-new Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 full-size trucks. These light-duty trucks will build upon the traditions of previous Silverado and […]

June 28, 2018
Brake Shudder While Towing Gooseneck or 5th-Wheel Trailers

Brake Shudder While Towing Gooseneck or 5th-Wheel Trailers

Some 2011-2019 Silverado 2500/3500 and Sierra 2500/3500 models may have a shudder, bounce or bucking condition from the rear of the truck while braking when towing a gooseneck (Fig. 2) […]

June 28, 2018
Center Console Sliding Door Latch Replacement

Center Console Sliding Door Latch Replacement

The sliding compartment door latch on the floor center console may be damaged and the door may not open on some 2015-2018 Escalade models. (Fig. 5) Fig. 5 The sliding […]

June 28, 2018
Proper Seat Cover Installation

Proper Seat Cover Installation

The driver’s or front passenger’s seat cushion cover may not be installed correctly, resulting in the seatback appearing to lean or be turned forward on some 2015-2018 Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, […]

June 28, 2018
Service Know-How

Service Know-How

10218.06V – Emerging Issues June 14, 2018 The latest service topics from GM Brand Quality and Engineering are covered, including an overview of the new Techline Connect software and tips […]

June 28, 2018
Super Cruise Update Provides Messaging Features

Super Cruise Update Provides Messaging Features

A new software update is now available for the 2018 CT6 equipped with Super Cruise (RPO UKL). The update includes new instrument cluster messaging (Fig. 1) that explains why Super […]

May 21, 2018
QR Code on Certification Label Offers More RPO Codes

QR Code on Certification Label Offers More RPO Codes

Beginning with the 2018 model year, a QR code was added to the Certification label (Fig. 3) on all Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC models. The new QR code includes […]

May 21, 2018
Low Air Conditioning Refrigerant Charge or Leak

Low Air Conditioning Refrigerant Charge or Leak

Some 2017-2018 Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Sierra, Yukon models and Escalade models may have a low refrigerant charge or a refrigerant leak. As a result, the air conditioning system will be […]

May 21, 2018
Lack of Power When Accelerating

Lack of Power When Accelerating

The following conditions at low speeds may be found on some 2015-2016 Colorado and Canyon models equipped with the 3.6L V6 engine (RPO LFX): Chugging and/or lack of power when […]

May 21, 2018
Properly Connect Sensors during Air Distributor Case Replacement

Properly Connect Sensors during Air Distributor Case Replacement

Some 2016-2017 Envision models may have warm air blowing through the rear HVAC vents when the air conditioning is commanded on. If this condition is found, the auxiliary temperature valve […]

May 21, 2018
Audio Conditions after TIS2Web Amplifier Programming

Audio Conditions after TIS2Web Amplifier Programming

After replacement or programming the amplifier on some 2015-2017 Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Sierra, Yukon, Escalade and 2014 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 models equipped with infotainment system RPO IO5, IO6 […]

May 21, 2018