Chevrolet Sonic Service Bulletins

2,235 manufacturer communications on file.

• December 20, 2012•Document ID: 10113849

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-00-90-001A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.

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• December 17, 2012•Document ID: 10138541

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-00-89-005C

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm

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• December 17, 2012•Document ID: 10113843

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-00-89-005C

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  SATURN

  Summary

  This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm

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• December 17, 2012•Document ID: 10112687

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5687C

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

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• December 14, 2012•Document ID: 10112677

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5492A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  PONTIAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.

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• December 12, 2012•Document ID: 10112653

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC4541E

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a diagnostic tip for the OnStar back-up battery failure. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1446 or B1447 and the OnStar LED is red. Technician should never disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar fuse with the ignition key in any position other than off.

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• December 12, 2012•Document ID: 10112652

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5778A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that only play Bluetooth audio music from the left speaker. When using a Bluetooth device for phone calls, audio will only come out of the left speaker. This is normal operation. If the concern is present with music streaming verify the audio device (including cell phones) is linked to the Bluetooth music. The device will need to be paired a second time to the radio for music steaming.

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• December 12, 2012•Document ID: 10112645

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5792

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the locations of the engine grounds.

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• December 12, 2012•Document ID: 10112641

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT3173C

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.

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• December 12, 2012•Document ID: 10245786

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING; AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  120941002

  Date Added:

  December 4, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat

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• December 11, 2012•Document ID: 10138546

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI0324E

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This preliminary information bulletin provides information on doing a pressure line test prior to replacement and removal of the transmission for conditions relating to No Forward, No Reverse, No Crank, Engine Cranks But Will Not Start.

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• December 11, 2012•Document ID: 10113840

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI0324E

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This preliminary information bulletin provides information on doing a pressure line test prior to replacement and removal of the transmission for conditions relating to No Forward, No Reverse, No Crank, Engine Cranks But Will Not Start.

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• December 10, 2012•Document ID: 10112634

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5043A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a grind growl noise on the 1-2 shift that can be felt in the clutch pedal and brake pedal if applied during a 1-2 shift under light or normal acceleration. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.

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• December 7, 2012•Document ID: 10138543

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI0124E

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This preliminary information bulletin provides information the proper ways of adjusting the center trim bezel to correct the condition of the CD/DVD will not eject from the instrument panel mounted player.

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• December 7, 2012•Document ID: 10113837

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-00-89-017X

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.

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• December 7, 2012•Document ID: 10113836

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI0124E

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This preliminary information bulletin provides information the proper ways of adjusting the center trim bezel to correct the condition of the CD/DVD will not eject from the instrument panel mounted player.

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• December 5, 2012•Document ID: 10112629

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5161C

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio can be turned on after turning the ignition off and opening the driver's door. The radio can then be turned back on after the vehicle's Retained Accessory Power has been canceled by simply pressing the power button on the radio. This is a normal characteristic of the key off operation.

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• December 4, 2012•Document ID: 10138556

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI0774B

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.

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• December 4, 2012•Document ID: 10138552

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  AIR BAGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  12-09-41-002

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat

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• December 4, 2012•Document ID: 10138551

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SEAT BELTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  08-09-41-007I

  Date Added:

  May 29, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information regarding the Passenger Presence System (PPS) May Command Seat Belt Reminder Chime and Passenger Airbag Indicator On When Electronic Devices or Conductive Objects are Placed on Front Passenger Seat, DTCs 5045 or B0074 0F May Set in PPS Module

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