Chevrolet Sonic Service Bulletins

2,235 manufacturer communications on file.

• August 16, 2017•Document ID: 10137724

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5197F

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that have excessive oil consumption, blue smoke from the exhaust, or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician should inspect the PVC orifice for leaking oil or drawing a vacuum at idle. If the PCV orifice external port is leaking oil or vacuum, replace the camshaft cover assembly. Technician will inspect for a missing intake manifold Non Return Valve that may have damaged the PCV orifice diaphragm. Check for the return valve if it is not visible use a long cotton swab to wipe any excess oil from the valve to validate. If the non return valve is still not visible, then intake manifold removal for inspection is required to validate. When the valve is present reinstall the intake manifold. When the valve is not present replace the intake manifold assembly.

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• August 16, 2017•Document ID: 10137722

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6302

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  The PI was created to advise of an engineering investigation for a concern of unable to connect toOnStar Virtual Advisor when selecting "New Destination" in the OnStar menu.

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• August 15, 2017•Document ID: 10140373

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-211

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides to the technician, locations to check for possible loose or damaged electrical connections that may set a DTC instead of just replacing a part.

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• August 11, 2017•Document ID: 10137714

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5119E (1)

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to verify the door of the cylinder is not sticking.

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• August 11, 2017•Document ID: 10137713

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5119E

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to verify the door of the cylinder is not sticking.

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• August 9, 2017•Document ID: 10140374

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-213

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information for the service parts identification (SPID) label replacement.

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• August 9, 2017•Document ID: 10137706

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5329C

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0341 and or P0366 set. If theconcern is duplicated, the technician is directed toreplace the related Camshaft Position sensor and retest for the code. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code returns technician should check the history to see if the vehicle was in a collision. If the vehicle has been in a collision, the technician is advised onrepair direction.

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• August 9, 2017•Document ID: 10137705

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC5932B

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  HUMMER

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of various concerns when using Bluetooth components. Technician should use the Preliminary Information to gather information from the customer on their Bluetooth device and the concern they are having before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center.

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• August 7, 2017•Document ID: 10140296

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-00-89-015Q

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.

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• August 2, 2017•Document ID: 10140297

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  08-08-44-029H

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on warranty and policy exchange program for electronic products for U.S. and Canada dealers only.

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• August 1, 2017•Document ID: 10140378

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-238

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information for Wi-Fi Hotspots or Data Sharing Feature Not Working once Turned on.

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• July 31, 2017•Document ID: 10126081

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-170

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.

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• July 28, 2017•Document ID: 10126083

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-184

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information for dealers and technicians about the 1.4L turbocharged engine use two different suppliers for the oil filter housing which results in two different filters being used.

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• July 25, 2017•Document ID: 10126113

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-244

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on Information on How to Prevent Inadvertent Vehicle Starting from Key Fob or OnStar Mobile Application and where to locate the information for future use.

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• July 25, 2017•Document ID: 10126068

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  11-08-49-001V

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides information on Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the transport mode message on and off.

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• July 25, 2017•Document ID: 10126065

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  04-00-89-015P

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.

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• July 24, 2017•Document ID: 10126111

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  17-NA-242

  Date Added:

  December 22, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides to the tech the new version of SPS that will prompt warnings when trying to reprogram modules that have been already reprogrammed.

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• July 19, 2017•Document ID: 10108645

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  TIRES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-03-10-007J

  Date Added:

  July 19, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.

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• July 18, 2017•Document ID: 10114082

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5507B

  Date Added:

  August 15, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  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 18, 2017•Document ID: 10108627

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  10-00-89-005F

  Date Added:

  July 18, 2017

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.

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