SB-13-02-32-001
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: SB-13-02-32-001
Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc: during extreme low temperature conditions, the power steering makes noises or fluid leaks from high pressure hose, power steering pump or gear. *pe updated 9/30/13. *pe updated 11/7/14.
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2008 GMC YUKON XL 1500 |
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2007 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500 |
2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE |
2007 GMC SIERRA 1500 |
2007 GMC YUKON XL 1500 |
SB-10052379-4090 Service Bulletin File in Section: 02 - Steering Bulletin No.: 13-02-32-001 Date: May, 2013 TECHNICAL Subject: Power Steering Noise or Fluid Leak from Power Steering Pump, Gear or High Pressure Hose During Extreme Low Temperature Conditions Models: 2009-2013 Buick LaCrosse 2010-2013 Buick Regal 2012-2013 Buick Enclave 2013 Buick Encore Equipped with RPO N40 Hydraulic Power Steering 2007-2013 Cadillac Escalade 2009-2013 Cadillac SRX 2013 Cadillac XTS 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, Tahoe 2010-2013 Chevrolet Captiva, Captiva Sport (V6 Only), Equinox (V6 Only) 2011-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 2012-2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2013 Chevrolet Caprice PPV 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon Models 1500 Series Only 2010-2013 GMC Terrain (V6 Only) 2011-2013 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 2012-2013 GMC Acadia Condition Instructions Important: The information contained in this bulletin applies only to the models listed. DEXRON HP cannot be used in any other products power steering system. Ensure the vehicle being serviced is listed in the Models information above. Some customers may comment that their vehicle is experiencing a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure side power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation that the cold weather fluid recommended in bulletin 12-02-32-002 may not resolve. To resolve this condition, replace any damaged power steering system components. Refer to Power Steering in SI for diagnosing and repairing steering system component fluid leaks. Flush the power steering system and refill with DEXRON HP power steering fluid. Provide the customer DEXRON HP fluid Part Number information for their records for any future maintenance needs. Cause During extremely low temperatures, -35°C (-31°F) or lower (usually in the -40°C/F or less range), the power steering fluid may thicken and the power steering system pressures may rise, causing damage to various components. Copyright 2013 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Parts Information DEXRON HP ATF, or ATF (212-B) fluid (P/N or spec# 9986333, spec # GMW16444 ) is serviced with bottles: Part Number Description 19300536 32 oz. with English language label. 19300537 (Canada) 1 Liter with English/French language label Page 2 May, 2013 Warranty Information Note: For vehicles that require power steering component replacement, use the appropriate labor operation for the replaced component. Use the unique labor operation only when servicing the fluid to correct a noise concern. Bulletin No.: 13-02-32-001 For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time 7480008* Flush and Bleed Power Steering System to Correct Noise Concern 0.9 hr *This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide. GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION SB-10052379-9767 Service Bulletin File in Section: Bulletin No.: Date: 02 - Steering 13-02-32-001C August, 2014 TECHNICAL Subject: Power Steering Noise or Fluid Leak from Power Steering Pump, Gear or High Pressure Hose During Extreme Low Temperature Conditions Models: 2009-2015 Buick LaCrosse (Equipped with Hydraulic Power Steering) 2010-2013 Buick Regal 2012-2015 Buick Enclave 2013-2015 Buick Encore Equipped with RPO N40 Hydraulic Power Steering 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade 2009-2015 Cadillac SRX 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS 2007-2014 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, Tahoe (Equipped with Hydraulic Power Steering) 2010-2015 Chevrolet Captiva, Captiva Sport (V6 Only), Equinox (Equinox V6 Only) 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 2012-2015 Chevrolet Traverse 2013 Chevrolet Caprice PPV 2013-2015 Chevrolet Tracker, Trax Equipped with RPO N40 Hydraulic Power Steering 2007-2014 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon Models 1500 Series Only (Equipped with Hydraulic Power Steering) 2010-2015 GMC Terrain (V6 Only) 2011-2015 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 2012-2015 GMC Acadia 2009-2015 Opel Insignia (Equipped with Hydraulic Power Steering) Attention: This bulletin also applies to any of the above models that may be export vehicles. This bulletin has been revised to update the Models information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 13-02-32-001B. Condition Important: The information contained in this bulletin applies only to the models listed. DEXRON HP fluid cannot be used in any other products power steering system. Ensure the vehicle being serviced is listed in the Models information above. Some customers may comment their vehicle is experiencing a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation. This bulletin replaces Bulletin Number 12-02-32-002 as DEXRON HP fluid has improved cold temperature characteristics over the former cold temperature fluid. Cause During extremely low temperatures, -35°C (-31°F) or lower (usually in the -40°C/F or less range), the power steering fluid may thicken and the power steering system pressures may rise, causing damage to various components. Instructions To resolve this condition, replace any damaged power steering system components. Refer to Power Steering in SI for diagnosing and repairing steering system component fluid leaks. Flush the power steering system and refill with DEXRON HP fluid. Provide the customer DEXRON HP fluid Part Number information for their records for any future maintenance needs. Parts Information DEXRON HP fluid (P/N or spec# 9986333, spec # GMW16444 ) is serviced with bottles: Part Number Description 19300536 32 oz. with English language label 19300537 (Canada) 1 Liter with English/French language label Warranty Information Note: For vehicles that require power steering component replacement, use the appropriate labor operation for the replaced component. Use the unique labor operation only when servicing the fluid to correct a noise concern. For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time 7480008* Flush and Bleed Power Steering System to Correct Noise Concern 0.9 hr *This is a unique Labor Operation for Bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide. SB-10052379-1395 File in Section: Bulletin No.: Service Bulletin Date: 02 - Steering 13-02-32-001B July, 2013 TECHNICAL Subject: Power Steering Noise or Fluid Leak from Power Steering Pump, Gear or High Pressure Hose During Extreme Low Temperature Conditions Models: 2009-2013 Buick LaCrosse 2010-2013 Buick Regal 2012-2013 Buick Enclave 2013 Buick Encore Equipped with RPO N40 Hydraulic Power Steering 2007-2013 Cadillac Escalade 2009-2013 Cadillac SRX 2013 Cadillac XTS 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban 1500, Tahoe 2010-2013 Chevrolet Captiva, Captiva Sport (V6 Only), Equinox (V6 Only) 2011-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 2012-2013 Chevrolet Traverse 2013 Chevrolet Caprice PPV 2013 Chevrolet Tracker, Trax Equipped with RPO N40 Hydraulic Power Steering 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon Models 1500 Series Only 2010-2013 GMC Terrain (V6 Only) 2011-2013 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 2012-2013 GMC Acadia 2009-2012 Opel Insignia Attention: This bulletin also applies to any of the above models that may be export vehicles. This bulletin has been revised to update the Models information and add an Attention statement. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 13-02-32-001A. Condition Cause Important: The information contained in this bulletin applies only to the models listed. DEXRON HP cannot be used in any other products power steering system. Ensure the vehicle being serviced is listed in the Models information above. Some customers may comment that their vehicle is experiencing a power steering noise/whine or fluid leak from the power steering pump, gear or high pressure side power steering hose during extreme low outdoor temperature operation that the cold weather fluid recommended in the latest version of Bulletin Number 12-02-32-002 may not resolve. During extremely low temperatures, -35°C (-31°F) or lower (usually in the -40°C/F or less range), the power steering fluid may thicken and the power steering system pressures may rise, causing damage to various components. Copyright 2013 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Instructions To resolve this condition, replace any damaged power steering system components. Refer to Power Steering in SI for diagnosing and repairing steering system component fluid leaks. Flush the power steering system and refill with DEXRON HP power steering fluid. Provide the customer DEXRON HP fluid Part Number information for their records for any future maintenance needs. Page 2 July, 2013 Bulletin No.: 13-02-32-001B Parts Information Warranty Information DEXRON HP ATF, or ATF (212-B) fluid (P/N or spec# 9986333, spec # GMW16444 ) is serviced with bottles: Note: For vehicles that require power steering component replacement, use the appropriate labor operation for the replaced component. Use the unique labor operation only when servicing the fluid to correct a noise concern. Part Number Description 19300536 32 oz. with English language label 19300537 (Canada) 1 Liter with English/French language label For vehicles repaired under warranty, use: Labor Operation Description Labor Time 7480008* Flush and Bleed Power Steering System to Correct Noise Concern 0.9 hr *This is a unique labor operation for bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide. GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION