TSB 05-08-46-002A) (05-08-46-002B): Technical Service Bulletins
Affected years: August 2009
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Expand All (for easy ctrl-f) Collapse All A/C Compressor Unscheduled Supplemental Services (Including Flushing Services And Additives) And Proper Use Of Gm Simplified Maintenance Schedules (12-06-01-008B) Ac Blows Warm Or Poor Performance (PIT5099H) Diagnosing Accessory Drive Belt / Serpentine Belt Noise and Availability and Use of Kent-Moore EN-49228 Laser Alignment Tool - Drive Belt (08-06-01-008A) Information On New GE-48800 CoolTech Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Equipment (08-01-38-001) Information on GM ACR2000 (J-43600) and New Refrigerant Recovery Recharging Equipment Standard SAE J2788 (07-01-38-004) Unnecessary Engine Crankcase and Subsystems Flushing Services and Proper Utilization of Saturn Simplified Maintenance Schedule to Enhance Customer Service Experience (04-00-90-004A) New PAG Oil Released (02-01-39-004B) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In May, 2004 (04-00-89-023) Information On Serpentine Belt Wear (04-06-01-013) Accessories & Equipment Information - Non-Gm Parts And Accessories (Aftermarket) (04-06-04-054D) New Labor Operation Codes for Dealer-Installed GM Accessories Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period (02-20-89-014) Announcement of Price Increase for MDI (EL-47955) (08-00-89-018A) Essential Service Tool Update # 2 (U.S. Retailers Only) (08-00-89-020) Essential Service Tool Update #1 (U.S. Retailers Only) (08-00-89-011) Essential Service Tool Update #7 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-053) Essential Service Tool Update #4 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-026) Essential Service Tool Update #9 (U.S. Retailers Only) (06-00-89-056) Accessories Control Systems Information On Communication With ONSTAR Module After CANADIAN Cellular Upgrade (15-08-73-001A) Diagnostic Tip: Unable To Connect To ONSTAR Or Connects Failed To Voice (PIT5389F) Requirements For ONSTAR Over The Air Programming And Updates (PIC6107A) Incorrect Odometer Reading After BCM Replacement (PIC3843E) ONSTAR- Unwanted Or Phantom Phone Calls (PIC3278G) Diagnostic Tip: Diagnosing Vehicles With ONSTAR DTC B101D-37 (PIC5492E) Gm Of CANADA ONSTAR® Cellular Communication Upgrade (15-08-44-001H) Caller Id Unavailable After ONSTAR Upgrade (PIT5464) Diagnostic Tip: Unable To Connect Or Use Hands Free Calling Or No Data On The Call (Failed To Voice) (PIC4310L) Diagnostic Tip: CANADIAN ONSTAR Subscriber Unable To Receive Turn-By-Turn Directions While Traveling In The United States (PIT5264C) Information On Inadvertent Steering Wheel Control (SWC) Button Press Causing Radio Anomalies (08-08-44-028A) GM Training - August 2009 New Course Information (For U.S. Dealers and Aftermarket) (09-00-89-035) Programming OnStar(R) Module for Canadian French Voice Recognition (OnStar(R) Generation 5 or Generation 6) (02-08-46-010G) Accessory Drive Belts Diagnosing Accessory Drive Belt / Serpentine Belt Noise and Availability and Use of Kent-Moore EN-49228 Laser Alignment Tool - Drive Belt (08-06-01-008A) Information On Serpentine Belt Wear (04-06-01-013) Air Bag, SRS General Motors Position Statement on Installation of Used, Salvaged, or Imitation Air Bag System Components (08-09-41-003) Essential Service Tool Update # 8 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-061) New SIR System Disabling and Enabling Procedure (05-09-41-010) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In September (04-00-89-044) Anti-Lock Brakes Information On Changes To SPS That Warn/Prohibit Reprogramming A Module With Its Current Calibration (17-NA-242) GM Training - August 2009 New Course Information (For U.S. Dealers and Aftermarket) (09-00-89-035) Anti-Theft Systems Information On Poor, Limited, Reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) Range (PI1018A) Key Code Security Rules And Information On Gm KEYCODE Look-Up Application (CANADA Only) (10-00-89-010C) Key Code Information (99-00-89-011E) Information on Adjusting Key Cut Depths in Exacta Key Cutting Machine (06-00-89-053A) Information on Servicing Lock Cylinder Components (05-08-64-020A) Theft Deterrent Feature Will Not Set On Cassette Single Cd Player Radio (RPO Up0) (Replace Radio) (04-08-44-013) Automatic Trans Information On Ethylene Glycol In Transmission Fluid (08-07-30-035I) Unscheduled Supplemental Services (Including Flushing Services And Additives) And Proper Use Of Gm Simplified Maintenance Schedules (12-06-01-008B) Information On Driveline Clunk Noise (99-04-20-002O) OEM And Remanufactured Engine And Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification (06-00-89-031E) Automatic Transmission Shift And Engine DRIVEABILITY Concerns And/Or Mil On Due To Aftermarket Oil Bath Air Filter Use (04-07-30-013D) Prior To Any Circuit Testing (PIP5094A) Abnormal Noise And Or Vibration While Driving Due To Non-Gm Aftermarket Accessory (PIP3140G) Expanded Coverage For Remanufacture And Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules (GMNA Only) (13-00-89-009A) Gates G-Force CVT Belt Installation (TT004-13) Vibration Analysis Worksheet (03-00-91-001I) Release Of DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (04-07-30-037E) Warranty Administration- Change in Automatic Transmission Add Condition Documentation and Claim Submission (09-07-30-018A) GM Training - June 2009 New Course Information (For U.S. Dealers and Aftermarket) (09-00-89-026) Transmission Oil Leaking From Transmission Vent (Replace Transmission Case Cover (Channel Plate) Gasket) (01-07-30-032E) Essential Service Tool Update #7 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-053) Essential Service Tool Update #5 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-032) M16, M75 VT25E (VTi) Transaxle - Information on Damage to Input Hub Seal and/or Variable Drive Pulley Follower After Case Cover Replacement, DTCs P0741, P0742, P1882 (07-07-30-016) No Movement in Drive or Reverse with or without DTC P0741, P0742, P0841, P1756, P1758, or P1882 (Replace Case Cover Assembly and Filter) (04-07-30-024E) Grind/Rattle Noise from Transaxle in Park and Neutral After an Extended Cold Soak Following Case Cover Replacement or Other Internal Transaxle Overhaul (Replace Case Cover Assembly, Torque Converter and Filter) (04-07-30-032A) No Movement in Drive or Reverse with or without DTC P0741, P0742, P0841, P1756, P1758, P1882 (Bulletin Canceled - Follow SI Diagnostic Procedures) (04-07-30-024B) Low Speed Grind Noise and/or Hesitation While Driving (Install New Transmission Control Module [TCM] Calibration and Add New Transmission Fluid and Additive) (05-07-30-005) Service Engine Soon (SES) Telltale Illuminated with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0742 Set (Reprogram Transaxle Control Module [TCM]) (05-07-30-006) Intermittent No Movement in Drive or Reverse with or without Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0841, P1758, and/or P1882 (Replace VT25E Case Cover Assembly, Torque Converter and Oil Cooler Lines, If Necessary) (05-07-30-004) Quick Tips for Warranty Administration (05-00-89-007) Intermittent Hesitation During Vehicle Launch (Replace Transaxle Input/Output Sensors or Transaxle Case Cover Assembly, If Necessary) (05-07-30-003) SMU - Liquid POLYACRYLATE (Pa) Sealant Application Requirements (04-07-30-011B) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In September (04-00-89-044) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In May, 2004 (04-00-89-023) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In January, February And March 2004 (04-00-89-012) Vibration And/Or Grind/Growl Noise From Front End Of Vehicle During Left Hand Turns (Adjust Rear Transaxle Mount) (04-07-30-009) Hiss/Chirp Noise In Park Or Neutral (Install New Transmission Control Module (TCM) Calibration) (04-07-30-005) No Wheel Movement In Snow Or Slippery Surfaces (Reprogram TCM) (04-07-30-007) Speedometer Fluctuation (Replace Input/Output Speed Sensor Assembly) (04-07-30-001) Info - Owner Manual Update Regarding Filter Change To The Automatic And VTI Transaxles (03-00-90-004) Service Information Regarding Transaxle Poor Performance After Case Cover Replacement, DTC P1882 Set (03-07-30-048) Auxiliary Emission Control Systems Information On Close-Coupled Converter And Engine Replacement (06-06-01-010D) Warranty Coverage for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (4-06-04-036E) I/M Readiness as Part of Emission Inspection and Maintenance Program for OBD II Vehicles (00-06-04-033B) On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Software Upgrade-Improved Purge Flow Diagnostics (Install Updated Engine Control Module (ECM) Calibration) (04026) Axle Shafts Essential Service Tool Update #8 (U.S. Retailers Only) (06-00-89-049) Body Electrical Information For Electrical Ground Repair - Use New Replacement Fasteners With Conductive Finish (10-08-45-001F) Intermittent No Crank/No Start, No Module Communication, Mil, Warning Lights, Vehicle Messages Or DTCS Set By Various Control Modules - Diagnosing And Repairing Fretting Corrosion (Disconnect Affected Connector And Apply Dielectric Lubricant) (09-06-03-004E) Essential Service Tool Update #8 (U.S. Retailers Only) (06-00-89-049) Body Interior Information On Changes To SPS That Warn/Prohibit Reprogramming A Module With Its Current Calibration (17-NA-242) Diagnostic Tip: Diagnosing Vehicles With ONSTAR DTC B101D-37 (PIC5492E) Gm Of CANADA ONSTAR® Cellular Communication Upgrade (15-08-44-001H) Expanded Coverage For Remanufacture And Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules (GMNA Only) (13-00-89-009A) OnStar® Labor Operation Codes (05-08-46-005C) SMU - BCM Connector C3 And C4 Illustrations (04-08-45-002) Brakes Control Systems Prior To Any Circuit Testing (PIP5094A) Charging Systems Intermittent No Crank/No Start, No Module Communication, Mil, Warning Lights, Vehicle Messages Or DTCS Set By Various Control Modules - Diagnosing And Repairing Fretting Corrosion (Disconnect Affected Connector And Apply Dielectric Lubricant) (09-06-03-004E) Diagnosing Accessory Drive Belt / Serpentine Belt Noise and Availability and Use of Kent-Moore EN-49228 Laser Alignment Tool - Drive Belt (08-06-01-008A) Low Voltage Display on IP Gauge, Lights Dim at Stop Lights, Battery Discharged, No Start, Slow Cranking, Dim Lights at Idle, Low Generator Output (43-64-07A) Information On Serpentine Belt Wear (04-06-01-013) Communication Devices Information On Communication With ONSTAR Module After CANADIAN Cellular Upgrade (15-08-73-001A) Diagnostic Tip: Unable To Connect To ONSTAR Or Connects Failed To Voice (PIT5389F) Requirements For ONSTAR Over The Air Programming And Updates (PIC6107A) Diagnostic Tips: XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation (PIT5353C) ONSTAR Will Not Power Up (PIC5491K) Normal Characteristic - ONSTAR Power Consumption (PIC4935F) Diagnostic Tip - ONSTAR Turn By Turn /TBT Feature Inoperative (PIC4801H) ONSTAR- Unwanted Or Phantom Phone Calls (PIC3278G) Programming And Activation Of Replacement ONSTAR Modules (VCIM) (PIC5588C) Diagnostic Tip: Diagnosing Vehicles With ONSTAR DTC B101D-37 (PIC5492E) Gm Of CANADA ONSTAR® Cellular Communication Upgrade (15-08-44-001H) Unable Place An ONSTAR Call With Ignition In On Position After 15-08-44-001 CANADA Upgrade (PIT5485B) No Connect With Disabled Vehicle Or Dropped Calls With 1234567890 Min (PIC5050A) Behavior Of Non-Upgraded ONSTAR® Equipped Vehicles Operating In CANADA After Decommissioning Of 2G CDMA Cellular Networks (16-NA-025) Caller Id Unavailable After ONSTAR Upgrade (PIT5464) Unable To Receive Incoming ONSTAR Or HFC (Hands Free Calling) Calls (PIC6101) Diagnostic Tip: Unable To Connect Or Use Hands Free Calling Or No Data On The Call (Failed To Voice) (PIC4310L) Information On Upgrading Certain ONSTAR® Analog/Digital-Ready Systems To ONSTAR® Generation 6 Digital-Capable System (05-48-46-006G) Diagnostic Tip: CANADIAN ONSTAR Subscriber Unable To Receive Turn-By-Turn Directions While Traveling In The United States (PIT5264C) Information On Aftermarket Device Interference With ONSTAR® Diagnostic Services (08-08-46-004A) OnStar® Phone Number Concerns (Phone Number Incorrect/Assigned to Another Vehicle/Phone) That Occur During Diagnosis of OnStar® System (05-08-46-004C) GM Training - July 2009 New Course Information (For U.S. Dealers and Aftermarket) (09-00-89-031) Information Required Before Contacting GM Technical Assistance or When Ordering Replacement OnStar® VCIM (09-08-46-003) OnStar® Labor Operation Codes (05-08-46-005C) Servicing Vehicles Upgraded To ONSTAR® Generation 6 Digital-Capable System (Follow Information Below) (09-08-46-001) Information on OnStar® Dual-Mode (Analog/Digital) Systems (06-08-46-008C) OnStar® Generation 5 or 6 (Digital) System Inoperative/Has No Power, LED Light Not On (Remove/Reinstall OnStar® Fuse and Replace VCIM or Follow SI Diagnostics) (05-08-46-001D) Re-establishing Communications with OnStar® Center After Battery Disconnect (00-08-46-004C) Availability of GM OnStar® Vehicle Diagnostics and GM Goodwrench® Remote Diagnostic Services (06-08-46-002B) Incorrect OnStar® Global Positioning System (GPS) Location Reported During OnStar® Call (02-08-46-006C) Information on OnStar® Dual-Mode (Analog/Digital) Systems (06-08-46-008A) Information On ONSTAR System - Possible Loss Of GPS Signal, Hands-Free Calling Minutes Expire Prematurely And/Or Inability To Add Hands-Free Calling Minutes (02-08-46-007D) Programming OnStar(R) Module for Canadian French Voice Recognition (OnStar(R) Generation 5 or Generation 6) (02-08-46-010G) Unable to Connect to OnStar(R) or OnStar(R) Personal Calling Inoperative in Alaska Only (Cancel Corporate Bulletin Number 05-08-46-002A) (05-08-46-002B) OnStar(R) Microphone Inoperative (Replace OnStar(R) Microphone) (05-08-46-010) Parts Restriction on Ordering OnStar(R) Generation 5 and 6 Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (03-08-46-004A) Info - Service Support And Technical Assistance For ONSTAR And/Or XM Radio (04-08-46-001) Component Locations Additional Power Distribution Information For Body Control Module Electrical (BCM Elect) Fuse In The Instrument Panel Fuse Block (04-08-45-007) Cooling System (Mechanical) Information On Ethylene Glycol In Transmission Fluid (08-07-30-035I) Unscheduled Supplemental Services (Including Flushing Services And Additives) And Proper Use Of Gm Simplified Maintenance Schedules (12-06-01-008B) Information On Aluminum Heater Core and/or Radiator Replacement (73-62-13A) Essential Service Tool Update #3 (U.S. Retailers Only) (08-00-89-023) DEX-COOL® Coolant - New Leak Detection Dye J 46366 - Replaces J 29545-6 (05-06-02-002B) Unnecessary Engine Crankcase and Subsystems Flushing Services and Proper Utilization of Saturn Simplified Maintenance Schedule to Enhance Customer Service Experience (04-00-90-004A) Essential Service Tool Update #8 (U.S. Retailers Only) (06-00-89-049) Engine Coolant Recycling and Warranty Information (00-06-02-006D) Instructions for Using GE-47716 Vac-N-Fill Coolant Refill Tool (05-06-02-006) Information On Serpentine Belt Wear (04-06-01-013) Cruise Control Systems SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In November 2004 (04-00-89-058) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In April, 2004 (04-00-89-017) Service Manual Update Regarding The Cruise Control Inoperative/Malfunctioning Diagnostic Table (04-08-68-001) Differentials & Drive Axles Essential Service Tool Update # 8 (U.S. Retailers Only) (07-00-89-061) SATURN Field Product Reminder - Vehicle Fix It Right The First Time Issues, Parts Restriction Information And Technical Bulletins Released In May, 2004
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