13-00-89-004

Bulletin No.: 13-00-89-004
Date: Apr-2013
Subject:
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
Models:
2013 and Prior GM Passenger Cars and Trucks
This bulletin is being revised to include updated information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 10-00-89-017Z
(Section 00 – General Information).
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Field Product Reminder – Car Issues – Fix it Right the First Time
Model
Year(s)
Vehicle Line(s) / Condition
Do This
Don't Do This
Reference
Information/Bulletin
2013
Spark — Intermittent Lack of
Power - Transmission Will Not
Shift - PRNDL Goes Blank or
DTC P0705.
Inspect, Lean and Add DieElectric Grease to the
Connector.
Replace the PNP Switch.
PIP5101
20112013
Sonic, Cruze — Updated
Timing Belt Replacement
Procedure in SI.
Replace the idler pulley and
belt tensioner along with
the timing belt when doing
a maintenance repair.
Replace the belt tensioner
and idler pulley on a
warranty repair unless
they are defective.
PI0923
20112013
Encore, Sonic, Cruze —
Check Engine Light On with
DTC P1101 Set.
Check throttle position
angle with GDS2. Smaller
percentage angles would
indicate an air leak into the
intake from another
location other than through
the throttle body.
Replace the PCV pipe
without checking throttle
position and verify they are
corrected when the new
pipe is installed. A normal
reading will indicate the air
leak was repaired.
PI0907
20072011
Outlook, G6, Acadia,
Traverse, Malibu, Enclave —
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) On, Poor Acceleration,
Throttle Body Freezing, Multiple
DTCs Set, Ice Deposits and/or
Oil Deposits Present in Air inlet
Duct.
The timing chain guides
should not be replaced,
they should only be
replaced in cases where
the tensioner guides have
wear down into the base
material and are worn to
the outer edges.
Clean and reused Chain
Tension guides that are
not deeply groved or worn
to the outer edges.
PI0746C
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20102013
Camaro — Squeak/Creak
Type Noise from Driver and/or
Passenger Seat Track Front
Mounting Area.
Install the seat track
spacer.
Replace the seat track or
seat frame.
PI0927
2012
Cruze — Pulsating/Rotational
Noise from Right Rear of
Vehicle on Brake Apply.
Replace right rear brake
drum with p/n 13435981
and install new shoe kit.
Don't turn drum or replace
shoes only.
PI0887
2013
Verano — Service Engine
Soon (SES) Light On with
DTCs P0171, P1101, and/or
P0101 Set.
Inspect for loose clamp on
air cleaner duct.
Don’t replace MAF sensor.
PI0931
2013
Verano — Service Engine
Soon (SES) Light On with DTC
P0137 Set.
Inspect H02 sensor wire
harness for contact with
axle shaft and repair per
PI.
Don't just replace the fuse
associated with H02
sensor.
PI0937
2013
XTS — Ventilated Seat Fan
Clicking or Ticking Noise
When Operating.
Repair seat fan. Remove
any material in contact with
the fan that could make
noise.
Replace the seat cushion.
PI0925
Field Product Reminder – Truck Issues – Fix it Right the First Time
Model
Year(s)
Vehicle Line(s) / Condition
Do This
Don't Do This
Reference
Information/Bulletin
20122013
Terrain, Equinox — Fuel
Gauge Intermittently Does Not
Read Full When Fuel Tank is
Filled.
Reroute fuel feed line and
wire harness away from fuel
module float arm travel.
Replace the primary fuel
pump module.
PI0926
20102013
Terrain, Equinox — Steering
Shudder (Vibration) During
Slow Speed Maneuvers.
Follow the procedure to
replace the steering and
alternator. Revised to
include vehicles that are
built after January 6, 2013
will not require Evaporative
Emission Canister Purge
hose or clip/clamp
installation.
Replace the steering gear
or pump assembly.
PI0814B
2013
Terrain, Equinox — Service
Stabilitrak or Antilock Brake
System Warning Lamp
Illuminated.
Check the suspect wheel
speed sensor connector for
harness terminals not being
fully seated.
Replace the rear wheel
speed sensor.
PI0934
20112013
Sierra, Silverado, Savana,
Express — Exhaust Leak or
Vibration/Rattle Noise at
Approximately 900 RPM, Fuel
Smell, White Smoke, Oily
Substance on Exhaust
Downpipe.
Align the exhaust and install
gasket kit 22967814.
Replace exhaust system
components needlessly.
PI0235F
2
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Traverse, Enclave, Acadia —
Lack of Power and/or
Hesitation from a Stop, Engine
Noise.
Thoroughly clean the PCV
tubes and Orifice, before
installing assembly parts.
Failure to thoroughly clean
Tubes and PCV orifice will
affect operation and repair
outcome.
PI0930
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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.
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