Buick Encore Service Bulletins (2017)

1,121 manufacturer communications on file.

• September 13, 2017•Document ID: 10157004

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5482A

  Date Added:

  April 8, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicatesthe steps to diagnose and repair the concern of MIL on with DTC's P0335 P0340 P0365 set current or in history. The Technician is advised to Perform the Battery Inspection/Test in Service Information using the GR8/EL 50313 - 20 Battery Tester. The Technician will make repairs or release the vehicle based on the results of the testing.

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• September 13, 2017•Document ID: 10157003

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5519

  Date Added:

  April 8, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the timing chain tensioner gasket being improperly installed or mis-positioned after major engine repairs causing a low engine oil pressure and dtc p06DE.

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• September 12, 2017•Document ID: 10159569

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  000601012H

  Date Added:

  May 13, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.

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• September 12, 2017•Document ID: 10157000

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ENGINE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5517

  Date Added:

  April 8, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates the following to the dealer. If an engine oil leak has been isolated to the front crankshaft seal, check for misfires low engine compression and/or cylinder leakage readings. These issues could cause excessive positive crankcase pressure leading to engine oil leaks.

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• September 11, 2017•Document ID: 10156999

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5389E

  Date Added:

  April 8, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

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• September 7, 2017•Document ID: 10159590

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  16NA405

  Date Added:

  May 13, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install a PCV heater and a front fascia blocker to correct the turbo charger system from freezing causing cold weather performance issues.

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• September 7, 2017•Document ID: 10159578

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  150603002G

  Date Added:

  May 13, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries

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• September 6, 2017•Document ID: 10156990

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT3099Q

  Date Added:

  April 8, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  PONTIAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.

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• September 5, 2017•Document ID: 10159574

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  070601016D

  Date Added:

  May 13, 2019

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.

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• August 31, 2017•Document ID: 10140409

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIE0392A

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This engineering informational bulletin is ending the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of excessive condensation in the tail lamps.

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• August 31, 2017•Document ID: 10140293

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  00-06-01-026J

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine Damage.

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• August 30, 2017•Document ID: 10140298

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  13-08-116-001C

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

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• August 29, 2017•Document ID: 10137747

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6296A

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CADILLAC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that when scanning a vehicle for Diagnostic Trouble Codes, may find a temporary loss of Human Machine Interface communication with Global Diagnostic System 2. Technician should not replace the Human Machine Interface for this concern, power cycling of the Human Machine Interface fuse should restore communication. Technician should be advised that the Human Machine Interface and Global Diagnostic System 2 interaction concern has been reported to engineering for root cause and correction.

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• August 23, 2017•Document ID: 10140406

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  99-08-51-001D

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.

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• August 22, 2017•Document ID: 10140295

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  03-08-46-004T

  Date Added:

  June 11, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.

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• August 22, 2017•Document ID: 10137733

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5411H

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

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• August 21, 2017•Document ID: 10137727

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5163C

  Date Added:

  May 21, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  OLDSMOBILE

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

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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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