Chevrolet Malibu Service Bulletins

4,440 manufacturer communications on file.

• July 17, 2017•Document ID: 10126077

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-023

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides information on revised software to correct the reading on the fuel gauge due to not reading full after fill up.

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• July 17, 2017•Document ID: 10114077

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5779H

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  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 preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.

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• July 17, 2017•Document ID: 10108600

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI1520C

  Date Added:

  July 18, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the need to relearn the auto/start and stop feature on vehicles equipped after a repair has been completed on the vehicle.

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• July 17, 2017•Document ID: 10108594

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16-NA-197

  Date Added:

  July 18, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on a diagnostic tip for a loose wire that would cause the sunroof glass to be inoperative with DTCs possibly being set.

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• July 14, 2017•Document ID: 10126099

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-229

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of moisture/dampness found in front floor foot well area and/or repeat radio inoperative.

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• July 14, 2017•Document ID: 10126097

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-227

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational Bulletin provides some Diagnostic Tips for preventing unnecessary HV Battery Pack replacement.

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• July 13, 2017•Document ID: 10114072

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5611E

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the guidelines option.

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• July 12, 2017•Document ID: 10114071

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5507A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern.

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• July 10, 2017•Document ID: 10114068

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5505

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates that the E88 ECM controllers part number 12680194 are currently under part restriction.

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• July 7, 2017•Document ID: 10114065

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; LANE DEPARTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5535B

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles thatmay have Service Front Camera, Service Lane Departure Warning, and Service Lane Keep Assist Message. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1008 Sym 4B set. Technician will need to check the windshield to ensure it is not aftermarket. Technician will also check for anything that may impair the front view camera and ensure the camera is properly mounted.

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• July 5, 2017•Document ID: 10114061

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5551A

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicatesa "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when theForward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when theFAB has been set to "Alert".

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• June 30, 2017•Document ID: 10158905

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; STEERING; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17246

  Date Added:

  April 22, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  17246 - Service Update. Vehicles that have been serviced for an electric power steering (EPS) motor condition, may have had the motor installed/reinstalled with the incorrect fastener torque, resulting in insufficient clamp load. Dealers are to tighten the fasteners to the revised specification, to achieve the specified torque.

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• June 30, 2017•Document ID: 10118290

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5507

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern.

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• June 26, 2017•Document ID: 10118282

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6221A

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that will have no XM audio or no signal. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.

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• June 22, 2017•Document ID: 10158895

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  15086A

  Date Added:

  April 22, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  15086A - Customer Satisfaction Program. On certain passenger cars and light duty trucks, equipped with Gen 10 OnStar®, the embedded phone flash memory chip may become corrupted, causing the OnStar® system to become inoperative. Dealers are to replace and program the vehicle communication interface module (VCIM).

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• June 19, 2017•Document ID: 10158892

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17259

  Date Added:

  April 22, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  17259 - Service Update. Some vehicles may have excessive current feedback to the DC-DC converter module through the OnStar battery backup wiring connected to the main battery. The driver may experience the stop/start functionality inhibited and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated. Remove the F18 fuse.

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• June 19, 2017•Document ID: 10118275

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5426A

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 9T50 M3E 9 Speed Automatic Transmission is no longer on restriction and the trans assembly is fully serviceable. Also to advised of possible debris in the valve body assembly that can be cleaned without valve body assembly replacement.

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• June 19, 2017•Document ID: 10118274

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5402A

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the diagnosis and repair steps for a vehicle with a check engine light on with Diagnostic Trouble Code P015B or a reduced engine power message with Diagnostic Trouble Code P1101. Technician should look for a missing or damaged O-ring seal in the charge air cooler coupler.

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• June 16, 2017•Document ID: 10118268

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6282A

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates that if a vibration or moan type noise is heard at lower engine RPM (less than 1500) the cause could be loose A/C compressor bracket mount bolts and to tighten both of the bracket mounting bolts 22 Nm (16 lb ft). If the Air Conditioning is blowing warm air to inspect the air conditioning compressor hose for being fractured in theelbow portion of the low side line where it attaches to the Compressor.

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• June 15, 2017•Document ID: 10118265

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6287

  Date Added:

  October 4, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will not retain the previous settings and will go to the Home Icon screen when the vehicle is restarted. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is currently evaluating this concern.

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