15NA087
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: 15NA087
Stop/start system (rpo kl9) inhibited with malfunction indicator light (mil) on, and dtc P16DC set
- 2016 -
Models from 2016
2016 CADILLAC ATS |
2016 CADILLAC CTS |
2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU |
File in Section: Bulletin No.: Service Bulletin Date: 15-NA-087 December, 2015 TECHNICAL Subject: Stop/Start System (RPO KL9) Inhibited with Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) ON, and DTC P16DC Set Attention: This Bulletin also applies to any of the listed models equipped with Stop/Start System that may be Export vehicles. Brand: Model: Cadillac, Chevrolet ATS, CTS, Malibu Model Year: VIN: from to 2016 2016 from Engine: Transmission: All All to Condition Some customers may comment that the Stop/Start System is inoperative, and the message “Stop/Start System Disabled” appears on the DIC. The MIL may also be ON, and DTC P16DC set. Cause DTC P16DC disables the Stop/Start System. Correction Vehicles that have DTC P16DC set should follow SI diagnostics. Refer to DTC P058A-P058F, P16D4-P16D6, P16DC-P16DF, or P16E1-P16E3 in SI. If SI diagnostics directs the Service Technician to replace the Battery Sensor Module, do NOT replace the Battery Sensor Module, just clear the DTC. Engineering is aware of the issue and is currently researching the concern. Customer Information Please communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern. Once a solution is available, this PI will be updated with additional details - allowing dealership personnel to contact the customer to schedule a service appointment and repair the vehicle. Version The vehicle is perfectly safe to operate. The only consequence of P16DC is the disablement of Stop/start feature. Clearing the DTC shall enable stop/start after the vehicle has performed “Battery Sensor Module Learn.” DTCs may reset during normal operation. In that case, return vehicle to dealer for service or to clear codes. Warranty Information Labor Operation Description Labor Time 4081098* Diagnose Inoperative Stop/ Start System, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated (MIL) ON 0.3 hr *This is a unique Labor Operation for Bulletin use only. 1 Modified GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may 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. Copyright 2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION