GMC Sierra Service Bulletins (2016)

2,265 manufacturer communications on file.

• October 4, 2018•Document ID: 10147351

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5337K

  Date Added:

  November 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to refer to bulletin 16-NA-175 to aid in addressing torque converter clutch shudder concerns.

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• October 4, 2018•Document ID: 10147349

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIC6221B

  Date Added:

  November 13, 2018

  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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• October 3, 2018•Document ID: 10147348

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5596

  Date Added:

  November 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

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• September 28, 2018•Document ID: 10147335

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  18236

  Date Added:

  November 13, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  18236 - Special Coverage - On some vehicles, equipped with the LML (DURAMAX 6.6L V8 TURBO Diesel) engine, the exhaust turbocharger outlet pipe may have a bad weld. Smoke may be noticed from under the hood at a stop or while driving. The customer may also smell exhaust gas. Dealers are to replace the exhaust turbocharger outlet pipe. The repairs will be made at no charge to the customer.

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• September 19, 2018•Document ID: 10145501

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5576

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicatesSES lamp, setting DTC P0333 when shifting the Transmissionfrom park.DTC P0333 cansetdue to voltage from the Transmission park/neutral signal 1circuit bleeding into the knock sensor system circuits.If SI does not isolate the concern inspect the K20 ECM connector X2 looking for debris, connectorand or terminal concerns.

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• September 19, 2018•Document ID: 10145500

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT4322J

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unwanted Stability Activation and/or a Service Stability message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code C0710. Technician should inspect for vehicles modifications before any in-depth diagnostics are performed.

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• September 14, 2018•Document ID: 10145486

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SUSPENSION

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5403E

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps to diagnosis and repair vehicles with various handling, vehicle dynamics concerns, noises from the suspension or underbody, or issues related to damaged suspension components. Before any in-depth diagnostics are performed, be aware that various issues could occur if the vehicle has been modified and inform the customer the conditions noted may not be covered under warranty. Technician will inspect for installed aftermarket suspension components. Also inspect for improperly adjusted torsion bars.

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• September 14, 2018•Document ID: 10145483

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5576B

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary information communicates and issue with the hood ajar message being displayed when the hood is not ajar. Inspect the body ground strap to insure it is connected in the proper locations and the strap eyelets are tight and do not rotate.

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• September 13, 2018•Document ID: 10145479

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  SERVICE BRAKES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5361D

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have issues were the customer will need increased effort to depress the brake pedal. Technician may find fluid in the brake booster and/or the booster vacuum line. Technician will need to replace Vacuum Pump, Brake Booster, Master Cylinder, Vacuum Pump Belt and the Vacuum Line between the booster and the pump.

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• September 12, 2018•Document ID: 10145478

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP4379N

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have not engagement into drive, delayed, no engagement into reverse, and or a range inhibit. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics for Diagnostic Trouble Code P0701 first. Technician will also ensure the fluid level is at the top of the hot band when the transmission fluid temperature is 175° Fahrenheit. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723 can set by the following fluid service/filter change, transmission service involving removing the pan, low fluid level caused by leaks, or after long periods of storage. If the fluid level has been properly checked using the HOT check procedure listed in Service Information document 2408059 and any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes reset during a cold start inspect the internal suction filter for possible cracks. If no other concerns are found inspect for a stuck lube regulator valve in the pump cover due to debris.

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• September 10, 2018•Document ID: 10145469

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  TRAILER HITCHES

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5241F

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may request the factory Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Regular Production Option Code (JL1) be installed on their Full-Size Pickup or SUV when the vehicle was not ordered with the option. Dealer should advise the customer it cannot be added to the vehicle.

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• September 6, 2018•Document ID: 10145468

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5513G

  Date Added:

  October 15, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Technical Assistance Center TAC has a part restriction for the hybrid/EV battery Pack, Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module (HPCM2), High Voltage Battery Interface Control Module 1 and 2, Drive Motor Generator Battery Cooling Blower. The dealer technician is advised to call the GMTechnical AssistanceCenter for further assistance

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• August 28, 2018•Document ID: 10144476

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP4902K

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  BUICK

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

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• August 20, 2018•Document ID: 10144464

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  LANE DEPARTURE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5481D

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with additional information on the functionality of Lane Keep Assist.Starting with2016 model year Lane Keep Assist Regular Production Option Code (UHX) replaced Lane Departure Warning Regular Production Option Code (UFL). Lane Keep Assist is designed to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle from drifting out of a driving lane that has clearly identified markings. The electric power steering provides a gentle steering correction if a lane marking has been crossed and the driver has not actively responded.

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• August 20, 2018•Document ID: 10144462

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIT5386D

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are found to have a back-up alarm inoperative during the Pre-Delivery Inspection. On trucks equipped with the Back Up Alarm (RPO 8S3), the alarm will be intentionally left disconnected from the assembly plant. Technician will reroute the harness and plug it in.

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• August 14, 2018•Document ID: 10144458

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

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5304B

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a “Service 4WD Message” displayed in the Driver Information Center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0392 or C0396. Technician should check the terminal tension on the Transfer Case Control Module X1 connector. Technician should repair any terminal that have poor terminal tension.

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• August 8, 2018•Document ID: 10187431

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  18NA156

  Date Added:

  February 22, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the dehydrator to correct the condition of A/C Inoperative and/or Insufficient Cooling due to the seals going bad within the part.

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• August 8, 2018•Document ID: 10186122

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

  Mfr Comm. #:

  18NA156

  Date Added:

  February 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  GMC

  Summary

  This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the dehydrator to correct the condition of A/C Inoperative and/or Insufficient Cooling due to the seals going bad within the part.

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• August 8, 2018•Document ID: 10144451

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5163D

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  PONTIAC

  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 8, 2018•Document ID: 10144449

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PIP5370D

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2018

  Manufacturer:

  CHEVROLET

  Summary

  This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some vehicle may have an “Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor” on the Driver Information Center or a diesel exhaust fluid warning lamp on or other exhaust fluid quality related concerns. Technician will inspect the diesel exhaust fluid for contamination. Technician should use Service Information for Contaminants in Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diagnosis and use special tool J26568 or EN50422 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Refractometer for fluid testing.

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