Chevrolet Sonic Service Bulletins (2012)
1,589 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 26, 2013•Document ID: 10112885Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP3140E
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SATURN
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5818
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will shut off intermittently after a cold start or after cycling of high load devices such as rear de-fogger. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 19, 2013•Document ID: 10112870Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5615B
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that intermittently the Instrument Panel Cluster may go inoperative and the only thing working is the check engine light or the Instrument Panel Cluster backlighting intermittently flashes on and off. Technician should inspect fuse F26DA in the Instrument Panel fuse block for a spread terminal and a damaged fuse. Technician should follow the latest version of PIC5813 if a terminal is found spread.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 13, 2013•Document ID: 10112857Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP5094
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5813
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have loose terminals in the Instrument Panel Fuse Block and is seeking direction since Service Information Indicates the terminals are not serviceable. Technician can be replace the terminal using Terminal 2-964284-1 which can be found in the J38125 Terminal Kit and is in Lear Tray 25.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 6, 2013•Document ID: 10112848Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP5036C
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have oil consumption or blue smoke from the exhaust. Technician will need to inspect the engine oil level and inspect the positive crankcase ventilation hoses, turbo housing, spark plugs, cylinders, intake manifold and air ducts for signs of excessive oil. Technician will also need to follow the latest versions of PI0552 and PIP4925. Technician will need to remove all pistons and inspect ring condition and for cracks between the number 1 and 2 compression ring lands, if no air leaks are found. If cracked piston ring lands are found, then inspect the cylinder head to determine first or second design. Technician will need to replace the cylinder head if it is the 1st design. Also the pistons rings will need to be placed.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 6, 2013•Document ID: 10059999Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SB-12261A-A
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 4, 2013•Document ID: 10112841Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP4543C
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SATURN
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a concern with diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0016, or P0017 in the engine control module after a repair involving the camshaft actuators. There is a unique black plastic oil sleeve that is between the end of the cam actuator and the camshaft. This sleeve directs oil into the actuator to adjust the timing. If the sleeve is damaged or missing, the engine control module cannot control the cam actuator movement and will set the diagnostic trouble codes.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 4, 2013•Document ID: 10059957Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SB-12261
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10112835Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP4543B
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- SATURN
SummaryThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a concern with diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0016, or P0017 in the engine control module after a repair involving the camshaft actuators. There is a unique black plastic oil sleeve that is between the end of the cam actuator and the camshaft. This sleeve directs oil into the actuator to adjust the timing. If the sleeve is damaged or missing, the engine control module cannot control the cam actuator movement and will set the diagnostic trouble codes.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10073588Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5615B
- Date Added:
- June 22, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10073175Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5813
- Date Added:
- June 22, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10071548Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI0909
- Date Added:
- June 17, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10071544Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI0907
- Date Added:
- June 17, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10070897Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PI0851A
- Date Added:
- June 13, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10069912Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12261A
- Date Added:
- June 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10069911Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12261
- Date Added:
- June 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10063461Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP5036E
- Date Added:
- May 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10063452Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIP4543B
- Date Added:
- May 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- PONTIAC
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10246964Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PIC5615B
- Date Added:
- December 11, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- CHEVROLET
SummaryIntermittent IPC Backlight Flash Or IPC Inoperative Code U0155 May Be Set
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