{"id":21311,"date":"2026-06-18T12:15:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T16:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/?p=21311"},"modified":"2026-06-18T12:15:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T16:15:58","slug":"introducing-gm-parts-connect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/?p=21311","title":{"rendered":"Introducing GM Parts Connect"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>A Preview of the New Parts Catalog Coming Soon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>GM dealership service and parts operations will soon see a significant shift in how parts are identified, cataloged, and integrated into the repair process \u2014 all designed to help users intuitively find the right parts faster. With the upcoming release of the new GM Parts Connect, GM is introducing a next-generation platform that consolidates systems, reduces manual processes, and improves overall service efficiency. (Fig. 15)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21312\" src=\"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/F15-GMPartsConnect-Picture1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/F15-GMPartsConnect-Picture1.jpg 740w, https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/F15-GMPartsConnect-Picture1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/F15-GMPartsConnect-Picture1-85x55.jpg 85w, https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/F15-GMPartsConnect-Picture1-200x130.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Fig. 15<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Rather than functioning as a traditional Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC), GM Parts Connect has been developed as a unified system that integrates multiple dealer systems into one platform. Users will experience fewer clicks and windows, no copy\/pasting VINs or part numbers, and less manual data entry, leading to fast, accurate access to the parts information every service team depends on.<\/p>\n<p>The release of GM Parts Connect is scheduled for July 10. To support adoption, there will be a transition period of approximately two weeks during which dealerships will have the ability to run either the legacy EPC system or the new GM Parts Connect. During this time, users will be able to toggle between systems using built-in links, allowing side-by-side comparison and gradual transition without disruption to service operations.<\/p>\n<p>Dealer feedback has been incorporated throughout development of the new system, with pilot participation exceeding 500 users. And ongoing user input will continue to play a role in refining system performance and functionality following the launch with multiple portals being updated over time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Modernized Search Capabilities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>GM Parts Connect will introduce a redesigned interface focused on usability and efficiency, incorporating elements tied to vehicle-specific categories that will enable users to locate components more quickly.<\/p>\n<p>The platform will provide expanded search flexibility, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>VIN, license plate, or repair job-based lookup<\/li>\n<li>Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) search to identify commonly replaced components<\/li>\n<li>Natural-language search supporting alternate terminology, multiple names and misspellings<\/li>\n<li>Voice and image-based search using device input capabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>These enhancements are intended to improve accuracy in part identification while reducing reliance on exact part numbers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Integrated Repair Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In addition to improved search functionality, GM Parts Connect will provide embedded access to repair-related data at the point of parts identification. High-resolution and interactive 3D part images will help provide visual validation of the correct parts as well as related parts for an application. In addition, users will have access to repair procedures, labor times and required special tools.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Training and Deployment Support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To support the July rollout, GM has established a structured training and deployment strategy designed to ensure a smooth transition for dealership personnel.<\/p>\n<p>A range of instructional materials will be available, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cWhat\u2019s New\u201d updates highlighting system features and functionality<\/li>\n<li>Context-sensitive help embedded within the application interface<\/li>\n<li>Integrated, short training videos focused on specific tasks<\/li>\n<li>Supplemental learning opportunities, including lunch-and-learn sessions and recurring \u201ctip of the week\u201d content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Plus, while using the application, real-time assistance will be available through online chat as well as traditional phone and email-based support.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Launch Coming Soon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>GM Parts Connect will be deployed as a web-based application, providing access to current GM parts data without requiring local installation or manual updates.<\/p>\n<p>Additional enhancements to GM Parts Connect are already scheduled for future updates, including integration with Parts Workbench, D2D Link, and Warranty systems, along with expanded access to Service Information and schematics.<\/p>\n<p>By combining enhanced search functionality, embedded repair context, and expanded system integration, the new GM Parts Connect is designed to enhance both efficiency and accuracy across parts and service operations. Look for more information about the launch of GM Parts Connect coming soon.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>&#8211; Thanks to Nicole Schulz<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Preview of the New Parts Catalog Coming Soon GM dealership service and parts operations will soon see a significant shift in how parts are identified, cataloged, and integrated into [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_exactmetrics_skip_tracking":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_active":false,"_exactmetrics_sitenote_note":"","_exactmetrics_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[235],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-21311","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-2026-june-a"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21311","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=21311"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21311\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21313,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21311\/revisions\/21313"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=21311"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=21311"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gm-techlink.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=21311"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}