PI-1521
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: PI-1521
Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc: due to an improper jump start, the power steering fuse was either blown or failed, causing a hard steering. Or loss of power steering assist. Model 2013-16 lacrosse, regal, malibu, 2010-13 equinox, terrain,
- 2016 - 2015 - 2014 - 2013 - 2012 - 2011 - 2010 -
Models from 2016
2016 BUICK REGAL |
2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
2016 GMC TERRAIN |
Models from 2015
2015 BUICK LACROSSE |
2015 BUICK REGAL |
2015 BUICK VERANO |
2015 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
2015 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
2015 CHEVROLET VOLT |
2015 GMC TERRAIN |
Models from 2014
2014 BUICK LACROSSE |
2014 BUICK REGAL |
2014 BUICK VERANO |
2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
2014 CHEVROLET VOLT |
2014 GMC TERRAIN |
Models from 2013
2013 BUICK LACROSSE |
2013 BUICK REGAL |
2013 BUICK VERANO |
2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
2013 CHEVROLET VOLT |
2013 GMC TERRAIN |
Models from 2012
2012 BUICK VERANO |
2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2012 CHEVROLET VOLT |
2012 GMC TERRAIN |
Models from 2010
2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX |
2010 GMC TERRAIN |
SB-10059175-2902 File in Section: Bulletin No.: Service Bulletin Date: PI1521 August, 2015 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION Subject: Loss of Power Steering Assist, Hard to Steer, and/or Service Power Steering Message on DIC Models: 2012-2015 Buick Verano 2013-2016 Buick LaCrosse Equipped with NJ1 2013-2016 Buick Regal Equipped with NJ1 2014-2015 Cadillac ELR 2010-2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, Volt 2013-2016 Chevrolet Malibu 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala (VIN 1) Equipped with NJ1 2010-2016 GMC Terrain Attention: This PI also applies to any of the above models that may be Export vehicles. This PI replaces PIE0328. Please discard PIE0328. Condition/Concern Some customers may comment on loss of power steering assist, hard to steer, and/or Service Power Steering message on DIC. This may be caused by a blown/failed power steering fuse, which could be a result from improper jump starting. Recommendation/Instructions If you encounter a vehicle with the above concern, follow the procedure below. 1. Locate the power steering fuse. 2. Check to determine if the fuse is open. To do so, check for continuity using a Digital Multimeter (EL–39200) or a continuity tester. 3. If the fuse element is broken, replace the fuse. Important: When installing the new fuse, tighten the fasteners to 5 Y (44 lb in). Note: If the continuity is good, continue diagnosis referring to SI. Parts Information For part numbers and usage, refer to Group 08.965 of the appropriate GM Parts Catalog. Warranty Information For vehicles repaired under the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage (Canada Base Warranty coverage), use the following labor operation. Reference the Applicable Warranties section of Investigate Vehicle History (IVH) for coverage information. Labor Operation Description Labor Time 2680368* Power Steering Fuse Replacement 0.3 hr *This is a unique Labor Operation for Bulletin use only. It will not be published in the Labor Time Guide.