1997 Buick Century
100 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
TSB List for the 1997 Buick Century
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 Century are official communications between Buick & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
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TSB #050232003
REVISED OUTER TIE ROD END NUT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION/TIE ROD END JAM NUT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION ADDED. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990232003
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING SHUDDER OR VIBRATION AT LOW SPEED. *TT Read More »
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
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TSB #030232049
RELEASE OF NEW OUTER TIE ROD ENDS FOR SERVICE. *TT Read More »
SUSPENSION:REAR
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TSB #010866010
INFORMATION REGARDING ITCHING TYPE NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. *YH Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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TSB #PIP4723F
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
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TSB #970501735011
CONCERNS WITH SQUEALING AND GRINDING NOISES COMING FROM FRONT BRAKES. *YC Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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TSB #010523006A
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING ISSUED TO REVISE THE FASTENER REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES IN THE DISC-BRAKE SUB-SECTION OF BRAKES IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL. Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
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TSB #970801735026
COMMENT THAT THE ABS LIGHT IS ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) 46 AND 86 SET AS CURRENT OR HISTORY. *YC Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
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TSB #9810013
INFORMATION ON ABS LIGHT ON CAUSED BY RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR HARNESS INSULATION. *YC Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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TSB #4615
ABS PUMP RUNNING WHEN NOT NEEDED. *NJ Read More »
PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:MECHANICAL:LINKAGE AND CABLE
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TSB #735010
CLICKING AND/OR SQUEALING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR BRAKES (ADJUST PARK BRAKE CABLE). *TW Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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TSB #000604049B
SOME VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO VIN BREAKPOINT 1F136536 MAY EXHIBIT INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP / SERVICE ENGINE SOON INDICATOR ILLUMINATION; ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION; STALL / NO START CONDITION; VARIOUS ... Read More »
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TSB #010601002A
REVISED PISTON PIN REMOVAL / INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #010601008A
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON A REPEAT ENGINE OIL PAN LEAK. *TT Read More »
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TSB #010601008
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON A REPEAT ENGINE OIL PAN LEAK. *TT Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
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TSB #020601014
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD INSTALLATION. *TT Read More »
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TSB #000605049A
SUBJECT REGARDING VARIOUS DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS, MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATES INTERMITTENTLY, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES SEAT, ENGINE WILL NOT START. *SLC Read More »
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TSB #010601010A
SUBJECT REGARDING POLYMER SERVICE PISTONS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990604005A
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON DRIVEABILITY SYMPTONS OF LONG OR HARD STARTS, CHUGGLE, ROUGH IDLE AND LIGHT OR INTERMITTENT MISFIRE DUE TO CLOGGED FUEL INJECTORS. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990604005
SOME OWNERS MAY EXPERIENCE A DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM OF LONG OR HARD STARTS, CHUGGLE, ROUGH IDLE AND LIGHT OR INTERMITTENT MISFIRE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #876002A
SOME V6 ENGINES MAY, ON A VERY INFREQUENT BASIS, HAVE AN OIL ODOR CONDITION THAT IS GENERALLY ENCOUNTERED AFTER THE ENGINE'S OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED. Read More »
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TSB #98576124A
COMMENTS ON A TICKING TYPE NOISE THAT BEGINS SHORTLY AFTER COLD ENGINE START-UP AND GRADUALLY DIMINISHES AS THE ENGINE WARMS UP. *YC Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
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TSB #130089009
Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
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TSB #971101776529
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER RESETS WHEN ON-BOARD HAM RADIO IS KEYED. *YC Read More »
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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TSB #PIP4723F
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
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TSB #PIP4723C
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
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TSB #05-06-04-035D
This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle. Read More »
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
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TSB #971101776304
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOMS DUE TO FUEL INJECTOR DEPOSITS. *YC Read More »
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
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TSB #98776304A
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A DRIVEABILITY SYMPTOM OF LONG OR HARD STARTS, CHUGGLE, ROUGH IDLE AND LIGHT OR INTERMITTENT MISFIRE. *YC Read More »
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
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TSB #990603007C
A CONDITION MAY EXIST IN WHICH THE FUEL GAUGE READS INCORRECTLY / FLUCTUATES, LOW FUEL CHIME SOUNDS PREMATURELY. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990603007B
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: 1) THE FUEL GAUGE READING INCORRECTLY. 2) LOW FUEL CHIME SOUNDS PREMATURELY. 3) FUEL GAUGE MAY FLUCTUATE FROM FULL TO EMPTY. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990603007A
CONDITIONS WITH INACCURATE FUEL GAUGE / FLUCTUATES, PREMATURE LOW FUEL CHIME. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990603007
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE FUEL GAUGE READS INCORRECTLY / FLUCTUATES, AND THE LOW FUEL CHIME SOUNDS PREMATURELY. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN
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TSB #PI1217
This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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TSB #837111
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A SHAKING SENSATION WHEN VEHICLE IS OPERATED BETWEEN 35-55 MPH (55-90 KM/H) ON SMOOTH ROADS WITH CURVES OR DIPS. *YC Read More »
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TSB #677164
INTERMITTENT NEUTRAL OR LOSS OF DRIVE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OR FROM FOURTH GEAR (REPLACE CONTROL VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY). *TW Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
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TSB #010730017
SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SELECTOR LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO MOVE / SHIFT. *TT Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
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TSB #990730030A
OWNERS OF SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60, 4T60-E OR 4T65-E TRANSAXLES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN STANDING IN PARK ON A HILL OR SLOPE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND THE ... Read More »
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TSB #990730030
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRA-MATIC 3T40, 4T60 OR 4T60-E TRANSXALES MAY COMMENT ON A GRINDING AND / OR GROWLING NOISE THAT IS NOTICEABLE WHEN IN PARK ON INCLINE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #10001
INFORMATION ON GROWLING NOISE IN TRANSAXLE DURING FIRST FOUR MINUTES AFTER START UP. *YC Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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TSB #PIP4723D
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
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TSB #030844005
POOR RADIO RECEPTION OR RADIO STATIC/ INCREASED INTERFERENCE WITH REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ON OR SOME REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRIDS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. *TT Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
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TSB #000854001
A CONDITION MAY EXIST OF A HIGH AMOUNT OF EFFORT REQUIRED TO SOUND THE HORN. *TT Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
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TSB #97IDPD17BLA
INFORMATION ON THE BASE AND GAGE CLUSTERS - CIRCUIT BOARD UPDATE. *TT Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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TSB #PIP4723C
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
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TSB #PIP4723B
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
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TSB #98060898001
SUBJECT ON HEADLAMP AIMING OWNER MANUAL INFORMATION. *YC Read More »
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
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TSB #9810009
INFORMATION ON LEFT TURN SIGNAL INOPERATIVE. *YC Read More »
VISIBILITY
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TSB #970801731056
SUBJECT ON SLOW WINDOW OPERATION WHEN GOING UP OR DOWN. *YC Read More »
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
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TSB #111001
INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING WIND NOISE FROM THE OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR AREA. *TT Read More »
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
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TSB #98738205A
CONDITION WITH WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS/BLADES PARK AT INCORRECT LOCATION. *YC Read More »
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TSB #738205
WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS/BLADES PARK AT INCORRECT LOCATION (REPLACE WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM ASSEMBLY; APPLY SEALANT TO CRANK ARM COVER). *TW Read More »
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
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TSB #020139002
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON THE TIME IT TAKES THE RIGHT SIDE DOOR GLASS TO DEFOG. *SLC Read More »
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TSB #020139001
SUBJECT REGARDING HVAC TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE SIDE TO SIDE AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES B0361, B0441 SET. *TT Read More »
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TSB #98831110
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN HVAC BLOWER MOTOR RUN-ON CONDITION AFTER THE IGNITION IS TURNED OFF. *YC Read More »
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TSB #97121797022
SUBJECT ON HVAC MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL MODE SELECTOR FIRST PHASE OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER MAILING. *YC Read More »
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TSB #97110197022J
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN ON HVAC MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL MODE SELECTOR. *YC Read More »
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TSB #970801631113
INSUFFICIENT HEATER PERFORMANCE ON PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR AREA. *YC Read More »
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TSB #731103
AIR TEMPERATURE FROM HVAC OUTLETS DOES NOT CHANGE OR BLOWS COLD (REPLACE TEMPERATURE VALVE DOOR). *TW Read More »
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
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TSB #01650
MANUAL DUAL ZONE FAN AND MODE KNOB REPLACEMENT. SERVICE VME. *TT Read More »
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
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TSB #030844005B
POOR RADIO RECEPTION OR RADIO STATIC/ INCREASED INTERFERENCE WITH REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ON OR SOME REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER GRIDS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. *TT Read More »
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
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TSB #010139001
SUBJECT REGARDING DIAGNOSIS OF HVAC DTC'S B0361, B0363, B0365 AND B0367. NLM Read More »
STRUCTURE
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TSB #280801
INFORMATION REGARDING A CLUNK OR POP NOISE IN THE LEFT FRONT FOOT WELL AREA. *YH Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY
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TSB #030849018B
BROKEN CONSOLE OR STORAGE COMPARTMENT LID LATCH. *TT UPDATED *EH Read More »
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TSB #0308110002
SUN VISORS MAY NOT STAY IN INTENDED POSITION. *TT Read More »
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TSB #051302
SUBJECT REGARDING CARPET PULLING OUT FROM UNDER FROM THE REAR DOOR SILL PLATE, LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE. *TT Read More »
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TSB #990858001
CONDITIONS WITH GENERAL WIND NOISE / WINDRUSH. *TT Read More »
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TSB #831704
CONCERNS OF DOOR HANDLES ON WHITE PAINTED VEHICLES TRUNING YELLOW. *YC Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
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TSB #970801738313
INSUFFICIENT INTERFERENCE DUE TO DOOR LOCATION ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. *YC Read More »
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
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TSB #060203
CENTER CONSOLE AND/OR ARMREST STORAGE LID WILL NOT REMAIN CLOSED DUE TO A BROKEN LATCH. BOTH LATCHES ARE SERVICE SEPARATELY AND AVAILABLE THROUGH GM SERVICE PARTS. *TT Read More »
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
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TSB #050604058
INTERMITTENT CHUGGLE OR FISHBITE ON LIGHT ACCELERATION OR A HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH NO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS). *TT Read More »
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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TSB #PIP4723C
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
WHEELS
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TSB #17-NA-016
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance. Read More »
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TSB #17-NA-016
This informational bulletin provides information on wheel bearing P/N 13582664 being received new with visible rust and no action is needed as this does not affect the part performance. Read More »
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TSB #040302
INFORMATION ON REFINISHING ALUMINUM WHEELS. *TT Read More »
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
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TSB #010850013A
SUBJECT REGARDING HEIGHT RESTRAINT HEIGHT INCREASES DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. *TT Read More »
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TSB #010850013
SUBJECT REGARDING HEAD RESTRAINT HEIGHT INCREASES DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. *TT Read More »
INTERIOR LIGHTING
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TSB #042202
A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE PRINDLE DISPLAY IS NOT LEGIBLE WHEN MOVING FORM A DARK AREA TO A LIGHTED AREA, WHEN THEVHECLE IS STARTED INSIDE A GARAGE, THE HEADLAMPS ARE TURNED ON AUTOMATICALLY AND THEN THE VEHICLE IS BACKED INTO THE ... Read More »
EQUIPMENT
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TSB #PIC4696D
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
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TSB #PIC4696C
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
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TSB #PIP4723C
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester ... Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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TSB #062602
VEHICLES WITH THE CJ2 AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING AND WITHOUT THE U20 CLUSTER WHICH IS THE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER AND THE CJ2 AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER DISPLAYS THE CELSIUS AND NOT FAHRENHEIT. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
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TSB #PIC4696E
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
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TSB #PIC4696E
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
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TSB #PIC4696C
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
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TSB #16NA260
THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPROGRAM THE MEDIA DISC PLAYER WITH THE LATEST CALIBRATIONS TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM NOT OPERATING AS INTENDED IN COLDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AREAS DUE TO ... Read More »
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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TSB #Recalls
Vehicle Recalls Read More »
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TSB #98060898001
SUBJECT ON HEADLAMP AIMING OWNER MANUAL INFORMATION. *YC Read More »
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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TSB #PIC4696C
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
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TSB #97022
INFORMATION ON MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL MODE SELECTOR. *YC Read More »
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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TSB #0108110004
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE CARPETING IS SEPARATING FROM, OR COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE REAR DOOR OPENING SILL PLATE MOLDING. *TT Read More »
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TSB #011101
CONCERNS WHERE THE CARPET PULLS OUT FROM UNDER THE SILL PLATE ON THE LEFT OR RIGHT REAR FOOT WELL AREA. *TT Read More »
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TSB #DCS752
CAMPAIGN INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM WILL BE SENDING OUT AN ADDITIONAL OWNER NOTIFICATION ON CAMPAIGN 99091 REGARDING INOPERATIVE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND INCORRECT PARK. *SLC Read More »
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TSB #32
INFORMATION REGARDING EXTRA CLIPS IN THE 4T65E TRANSMISSION. *SLC Read More »
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TSB #990850012
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE CUPHOLDER MAY SEPARATE FROM THE ARMREST. *TT Read More »
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TSB #98776514A
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MIL (MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP) LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE VEHICLE'S INSTRUMENT PANEL. *YC Read More »
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TSB #9810014
INFORMATION ON CHECK OIL LEVEL LIGHT COMING ON DRIVING UP HILL. *YC Read More »
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TSB #971101739009
SOME MAY COMMENT ON THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) SYSTEM HAVING INADEQUATE RANGE OR THE SYSTEM IS INTERMITTENT/INOPERATIVE IN HOT AFTERNOON TEMPERATURES. *YC Read More »
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TSB #970901738319
COMMENT ON A LOOSE GLOVE BOX LIGHT SWITCH WITH A BROKEN MOUNTING AREA ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. *YC Read More »
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TSB #739009
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) RANGE IS SHORTER THAN EXPECTED. *TW Read More »
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