PIC5779K
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: PIC5779K
This preliminary information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for
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Models from 2020
| 2020 BUICK ENVISION |
| 2020 BUICK REGAL |
| 2020 CADILLAC XT5 |
| 2020 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
| 2020 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
Models from 2019
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| 2016 BUICK REGAL |
| 2016 CADILLAC ATS |
| 2016 CADILLAC CTS |
| 2016 CADILLAC XTS |
| 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
| 2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
| 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
| 2016 CHEVROLET VOLT |
Models from 2015
| 2015 BUICK REGAL |
| 2015 CADILLAC ATS |
| 2015 CADILLAC CTS |
| 2015 CADILLAC XTS |
| 2015 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
| 2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
Models from 2014
| 2014 BUICK REGAL |
| 2014 CADILLAC ATS |
| 2014 CADILLAC CTS |
| 2014 CADILLAC XTS |
| 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
| 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA |
Models from 2012
| 2012 BUICK REGAL |
| 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
Models from 2011
| 2011 BUICK REGAL |
| 2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE |
Bulletin No.: PIC5779K Published date: 07/19/2019 Preliminary Information PIC5779K Information on Preparation / Washing to Avoid Damaging Bright Aluminum Moldings Models Brand: Model: Model Years: VIN: from to Engine: Transmissions: Buick Envision 2017 - 2020 ALL ALL ALL ALL Buick LaCrosse 2017 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Buick Regal 2011 - 2020 ALL ALL ALL ALL Cadillac ATS 2013 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Cadillac CTS Sedan VIN A 2014 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Cadillac XT5 2017 - 2020 ALL ALL ALL ALL Cadillac XTS 2013 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Chevrolet Cruze 2011 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Chevrolet Impala (New Body Style) 2014 - 2020 ALL ALL ALL ALL Chevrolet Malibu 2016 - 2020 ALL ALL ALL ALL Chevrolet Volt 2016 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL GMC Acadia 2017 - 2019 ALL ALL ALL ALL Supersession Statement This PI was superseded to update Model Years. Please discard PIC5779J. The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI. Condition / Concern Important: Do Not Wash The Vehicle Until This Information Has Been Reviewed. This PI is being made available to advise dealers and customers alike on proper care of Bright Aluminum Moldings. Recommendations / Instructions Important: Please ensure this information is reviewed with vehicle owners. In order to avoid damage that may not be covered by your warranty, it is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the Bright Aluminum Moldings. If a cleaning solution greater than 11.0 pH is used, the following procedure must be used: - Prewash the vehicle to bring moldings to room temperature. - Apply cleaning solution out of the sunlight at room temperature. - Rinse moldings with clean water within 5 minutes of application of cleaning solution. Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed. Additional SI Keywords belt chrome damage emblem exterior handle molding spot © 2019 General Motors. All Rights Reserved.