21NA080

Service Bulletin
Bulletin No.:
21-NA-080
Date:
April, 2021
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Flutter Type Noise Heard When Vehicle is Operating in AFM Mode (ECO Lamp On)
This bulletin replaces PIP5760A. Please discard PIP5760A.
Brand:
Cadillac
Model:
CT4
CT5
Model Year:
VIN:
from
to
from
to
2020
2021
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—
Engine:
Transmission:
2.0 (LSY)
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Involved Region or Country
United States, Canada, Middle East, Cadillac Korea, China
Condition
Some customers may comment on a slight flutter type noise that is most notable while
driving on smooth roads and the engine operating in AFM mode (ECO lamp on).
Cause
The cause of the condition may be noise transmitted through the engine mounts.
Correction
Reprogram the Engine Control Module.
Service Procedure
Caution: Before downloading the update files, be sure
the computer is connected to the internet through a
network cable (hardwired). DO NOT DOWNLOAD or
install the files wirelessly. If there is an interruption
during programming, programming failure or control
module damage may occur.
Note: Carefully read and follow the instructions below.
•
•
Ensure the programming tool is equipped with the
latest software and is securely connected to the
data link connector. If there is an interruption
during programming, programming failure or
control module damage may occur.
Stable battery voltage is critical during
programming. Any fluctuation, spiking, over
voltage or loss of voltage will interrupt
programming. Install a GM Authorized
Programming Support Tool to maintain system
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voltage. Refer to www.gmdesolutions.com for
further information. If not available, connect a fully
charged 12V jumper or booster pack disconnected
from the AC voltage supply. DO NOT connect a
battery charger.
• Ensure the ignition is turned OFF. Load on the
vehicle’s battery such as; interior lights, exterior
lights (including daytime running lights), HVAC,
etc. may affect the download process.
• Please verify that the radio time and date are set
correctly before inserting USB drive into vehicle
for programming, otherwise an error will result.
• Clear DTCs after programming is complete.
Clearing powertrain DTCs will set the Inspection/
Maintenance (I/M) system status indicators to NO.
Caution: Be sure the VIN selected in the drop down
menu (1) is the same as the vehicle connected (2)
before beginning programming.
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Important: Techline Connect and TIS2WEB screens
shown above.
Important: If the Same Calibration/Software Warning
is noted on the TLC or SPS Summary screen, select
OK and follow on-screen instructions. The system will
generate a warranty claim code (WCC) for
documentation purposes only. Perform service
information (SI) diagnostics to determine the cause of
the condition. Use the applicable labor operation code
when submitting a warranty claim. Do NOT use the
WCC with the warranty claim submission.
Important: When programming a module in GM’s new
Vehicle Intelligence Platform, or VIP, the power mode
(ignition) needs to be off or errors may occur. This
involves the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac CT5 and
CT4, as well as the upcoming full-size Chevrolet, GMC,
Cadillac SUVs and Buick Envision. Serial Data
Message Authentication also needs to have the
ignition off.
1. Reprogram the Engine Control Module. Refer to
K20 Engine Control Module: Programming and
Setup in SI.
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Note: The screenshots above are an example of
module programming and may not be indicative of the
specific module that is being programmed. Module
selection and VIN information have been blacked out.
Important: To avoid warranty transaction rejections,
you MUST record the warranty claim code provided on
the SPS Warranty Claim Code (WCC) screen shown
above on the job card. Refer to callout 1 above for the
location of the WCC on the SPS screen.
2. Record the SPS Warranty Claim Code on the job
card for warranty transaction submission.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor
Operation
Description
Labor Time
Use
Published
Engine Control Module
Labor
2810075*
Reprogramming with SPS
Operation
Time
Important: *To avoid warranty transaction rejections,
carefully read and follow the instructions below:
• The Warranty Claim Code must be accurately entered
in the “SPS Warranty Claim Code” field of the
transaction.
• When more than one Warranty Claim Code is
generated for a programming event, it is required to
document all Warranty Claim Codes in the “Correction”
field on the job card. Dealers must also enter one of the
codes in the “SPS Warranty Claim Code” field of the
transaction, otherwise the transaction will reject. It is
best practice to enter the FINAL code provided by
SPS/SPS2.
Warranty Claim Code Information Retrieval
If the SPS Warranty Claim Code was not recorded on
the Job Card, the code can be retrieved in the SPS
system as follows:
1. Open TLC/TIS on the computer used to program
the vehicle.
2. Select and start SPS/SPS2.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select the Warranty Claim Code tab.
The VIN, Warranty Claim Code and Date/Time will be
listed on a roster of recent programming events. If the
code is retrievable, dealers should resubmit the
transaction making sure to include the code in the SPS
Warranty Claim Code field.
Version
1
Modified
Released March 26, 2021
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