PI1259

File in Section:
Service Bulletin
Bulletin No.:
Date:
PI1259
June, 2014
PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
Subject:
Instrument Panel Cluster and Center of Instrument Panel Backlighting Operation
Models:
2010-2015 Chevrolet Equinox
2010-2015 GMC Terrain
Condition/Concern
Some customers may comment that the instrument panel backlighting is not bright enough after leaving a
darkened area.
Recommendation/Instructions
If the vehicle is started in a dark garage or darkened area, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. If
it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage or darkened area, there is a delay, a maximum of 10 seconds in
bright sunlight conditions, before the automatic headlamp system changes to the daytime running lamps (DRL).
During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel
brightness control is in full bright position. See “Instrument Panel Illumination Control" in your Owner Manual.
Important: Do not cover the light sensor on top of the instrument panel or the headlamps will come on when they
are not needed.
Customer Information
Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle. It will not
impact the designed performance or reliability of the vehicle. Please share this information with the customer,
including a copy of this message.