Technical Service Bulletins: Other Variant

WARNING: This page is about the Firefly 2D Hatchback, 1.0 6, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

A/C Compressor
- Information On New GE-48800 CoolTech Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Equipment (08-01-38-001)
- Information on GM ACR2000 (J-43600) and New Refrigerant Recovery Recharging Equipment Standard SAE J2788 (07-01-38-004)
- New PAG Oil Released (02-01-39-004B)
- Contaminated R-134a A/C Systems - Air Conditioning System Flushing Procedures and Universal In-Line A/C Filter Installation (83-12-21)
- J-43600 ACR 2000 Essential Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Equipment (99-01-38-006B)
Accessories & Equipment
- Announcement of Price Increase for MDI (EL-47955) (08-00-89-018A)
- Processing GM Accessories - Initial Quality Issues (04-00-89-018C)
- Part and Accessory Replacement Policy (04-00-89-011)
Accessories Control Systems
- Labor Operation Assignments For All Control Module Reprogramming (02-06-04-057E)
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On, Transmission Stuck in Second or Third Gear, Instrument Cluster Inoperative (Verify and Repair Source of Voltage Loss In Transmission Solenoid Power Supply Circuit) (01-07-30-002E)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
- OnStar(R) Proactive Parts Shipment Process (02-08-46-013A)
Air Bag, SRS
- General Motors Position Statement on Installation of Used, Salvaged, or Imitation Air Bag System Components (08-09-41-003)
- Frontal Supplemental Inflatable Restraints (SIR) On-Off Switch Kits, New Parts and Procedures (00-09-41-002)
Anti-Theft Systems
- Misfire DTCs P0300, P1380, P1381 and Catalytic Converter Damage Due to Installation of Alarm Systems (02-06-05-004B)
Automatic Trans
- Information on 4T65-E MN7, M15, M76, MN3 Automatic Transmission Case, Cooler Fitting and Torque Converter Drain Back Check Ball Change (04-07-30-017B)
- Transmission Oil Leaking From Transmission Vent (Replace Transmission Case Cover (Channel Plate) Gasket) (01-07-30-032E)
- No Reverse, Second Gear or Fourth Gear (Replace Reaction Sun Shell with More Robust Heat Treated Parts) (00-07-30-022D)
- No Movement When Transmission is Shifted to Drive or Third - Normal Operation When Shifted to Second, First or Reverse (Replace Forward Sprag Assembly) (08-07-30-027)
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Torque Converter Replacement (01-07-30-010C)
- Grinding and/or Growling Noise in Park on Incline (99-07-30-030F)
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0757 Set, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, Poor Performance of Transmission, Transmission Slipping (Clean Transmission Valve Body and Case Oil Passages of Debris) (01-07-30-038D)
- Information Regarding Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function (03-07-30-043A)
- Instructions To Be Followed To Aid in Obtaining Root Cause Analysis on Both OEM and Goodwrench(R) Engines, Transmissions and Transfer Cases on Vehicles with 402 km (250 mi) or Less (04-06-01-034C)
- New Product Feedback Form and Process For Automatic Transmission Core Returns (01-07-30-029A)
- Transmission Fluid Leak Diagnosis (01-07-30-041B)
Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Warranty Coverage for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (4-06-04-036E)
- New Add Time For Labor Operation L2300 - Converter, Oxidation Catalytic-Replace (02-00-89-006C)
- Warranty Coverage Change for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (04-06-04-036)
Body Electrical
- Instrument Panel (I/P), Body and General Wiring Harness Repair (06-08-45-004)
Body Interior
- Labor Operation Assignments For All Control Module Reprogramming (02-06-04-057E)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
- OnStar(R) Proactive Parts Shipment Process (02-08-46-013A)
Charging Systems
- Low Voltage Display on IP Gauge, Lights Dim at Stop Lights, Battery Discharged, No Start, Slow Cranking, Dim Lights at Idle, Low Generator Output (43-64-07A)
- Battery and Charging System Electrical Diagnostics (99-06-03-012)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
Communication Devices
- Information on OnStar® Analog-Only Systems (06-08-64-007A)
- OnStar(R) Kit Part Numbers and Compatibility (99-08-46-001A)
- OnStar(R) Proactive Parts Shipment Process (02-08-46-013A)
- Radio Telephone/Mobile Radio (Transceiver) Installation and Troubleshooting Guidelines (04-08-46-002)
Cooling Fan
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Information On Aluminum Heater Core and/or Radiator Replacement (73-62-13A)
- DEX-COOL® Coolant - New Leak Detection Dye J 46366 - Replaces J 29545-6 (05-06-02-002B)
- Engine Coolant Recycling and Warranty Information (00-06-02-006D)
- Instructions for Using GE-47716 Vac-N-Fill Coolant Refill Tool (05-06-02-006)
- DEX-COOL(R) Engine Coolant Information (736214)
Engine Control Systems
- Warranty Coverage for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (4-06-04-036E)
- Labor Operation Assignments For All Control Module Reprogramming (02-06-04-057E)
- Misfire DTCs P0300, P1380, P1381 and Catalytic Converter Damage Due to Installation of Alarm Systems (02-06-05-004B)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
- Warranty Coverage Change for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (04-06-04-036)
Entertainment Systems
- Changes to XM Network of Terrestrial Repeaters (08-08-46-006)
- Information on Radio and Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Part Restrictions (U.S. Only) (06-00-89-038)
Exhaust
- New Add Time For Labor Operation L2300 - Converter, Oxidation Catalytic-Replace (02-00-89-006C)
Exterior Body Panels
- Metal Panel Bonding (02-08-98-001C)
- Urethane Adhesives For Stationary Glass And Other Applications (02-08-48-001A)
- Usage of E85 Fuels in GM Vehicles (05-06-04-035)
- Repair Procedure for Service Sheet Metal - Craters in ELPO Surface (04-08-98-002)
- Additional Material and Source for Metal Panel Bonding Adhesives (04-08-98-001)
Exterior Lights
- Low Voltage Display on IP Gauge, Lights Dim at Stop Lights, Battery Discharged, No Start, Slow Cranking, Dim Lights at Idle, Low Generator Output (43-64-07A)
Frames, Subframes & Crossmembers
- Information on Repair of Polypropylene Energy Absorbers (63-20-02)
Fuel System
- Use of E85 Fuels in Vehicles Not Certified by GM as being FlexFuel Compatible / Aftermarket Conversion of Vehicles to Operate on E85 Fuels (06-06-04-035A)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
- Usage of E85 Fuels in GM Vehicles (05-06-04-035)
- Warranty Coverage Change for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (04-06-04-036)
Fuses & Circuit Breakers
- Service Alert: Concerns With Aftermarket Fuses in GM Vehicles (07-08-45-002)
- Information on Changes to the SI Table of Contents, Electrical Connectors, Terminal Testing/Repair, and the Importance of J-38125 Electrical Terminal Repair Kit Maintenance (06-08-45-001)
Gauges & Instrument Panels
- Information On Speedometer Accuracy (08-08-49-011B)
- Information On Speedometer Accuracy (08-08-49-011)
- PRNDL Display Reduced Visibility For Approximately One Minute (02-08-72-004A)
- Information on Radio and Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Part Restrictions (U.S. Only) (06-00-89-038)
- Instrument Panel (I/P), Body and General Wiring Harness Repair (06-08-45-004)
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On, Transmission Stuck in Second or Third Gear, Instrument Cluster Inoperative (Verify and Repair Source of Voltage Loss In Transmission Solenoid Power Supply Circuit) (01-07-30-002E)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
HVAC Control Systems
- Information On Aluminum Heater Core and/or Radiator Replacement (73-62-13A)
- Information On New GE-48800 CoolTech Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Equipment (08-01-38-001)
- 18 Digit "Snapshot/Charge Summary" Code No Longer Required For A/C Refrigerant System Repairs Submitted For Warranty Reimbursement (05-01-38-008B)
- Contaminated R134a Refrigerant Found on Market for Automotive Air-Conditioning Systems (06-01-39-007)
- Contaminated R-134a A/C Systems - Air Conditioning System Flushing Procedures and Universal In-Line A/C Filter Installation (83-12-21)
- J-43600 ACR 2000 Essential Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Equipment (99-01-38-006B)
Ignition System
- Misfire DTCs P0300, P1380, P1381 and Catalytic Converter Damage Due to Installation of Alarm Systems (02-06-05-004B)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
Infotainment
- Information on Obtaining Replacement Navigation Discs When Radios are Exchanged - Order Replacement Navigation Disc Through Navigation Disc Center (07-08-44-007)
Interior/Exterior Trim
- Plastic Wheel Nut Covers Missing and/or Loose (Replace Missing Covers and Add Sealant to All Covers) (01-03-10-009A)
Lubrication System
- 60 Degree V6 Engine Oil Leak at Crankshaft Front Oil Seal (Use New Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer Tool EN-48869) (07-06-01-023)
- Engine Oil Leak at Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal (Install Revised Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal Using Revised Rear Main Seal Installer and Remover Tools) (05-06-01-019F)
Manual Trans
- Instructions To Be Followed To Aid in Obtaining Root Cause Analysis on Both OEM and Goodwrench(R) Engines, Transmissions and Transfer Cases on Vehicles with 402 km (250 mi) or Less (04-06-01-034C)
Mechanical
- Engine Oil Leak at Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal (Install Revised Crankshaft Rear Main Oil Seal Using Revised Rear Main Seal Installer and Remover Tools) (05-06-01-019F)
- Revised Mass Air Flow Core Return Requirements (06-06-04-057)
- Instructions To Be Followed To Aid in Obtaining Root Cause Analysis on Both OEM and Goodwrench(R) Engines, Transmissions and Transfer Cases on Vehicles with 402 km (250 mi) or Less (04-06-01-034C)
Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Brake Align® System for Brake Rotor Lateral Runout Correction (01-05-23-001B)
- On-Car Brake Lathe Specifications and Maintenance Requirements (05-05-22-001)
- Service Information Regarding Rear Brake Drum Wheel Cylinder Inspections (03-05-24-001A)
Mirrors
- Information On Curb Park Assist And Memory Related Issues On Outside Rearview Mirrors (07-08-64-022B)
Paint & Coatings
- Repair Procedure for Service Sheet Metal - Craters in ELPO Surface (04-08-98-002)
- Additional Material and Source for Metal Panel Bonding Adhesives (04-08-98-001)
Passive Restraints
- Top Tether Hardware Package For Child Restraint Seats (99-09-40-004B)
Restraints Control Systems
- Frontal Supplemental Inflatable Restraints (SIR) On-Off Switch Kits, New Parts and Procedures (00-09-41-002)
Seats
- Top Tether Hardware Package For Child Restraint Seats (99-09-40-004B)
- Frontal Supplemental Inflatable Restraints (SIR) On-Off Switch Kits, New Parts and Procedures (00-09-41-002)
Starter
- Low Voltage Display on IP Gauge, Lights Dim at Stop Lights, Battery Discharged, No Start, Slow Cranking, Dim Lights at Idle, Low Generator Output (43-64-07A)
- GM Dealer Visits: Proper Management of Batteries in Dealer Parts Stock / Vehicle Inventory (08-06-03-005)
- Battery and Charging System Electrical Diagnostics (99-06-03-012)
- Battery Charging Tips (Includes Information References for HP2 Hybrid Truck [PHT] 42-volt System) (02-06-03-009C)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
- Battery Parasitic Drain (02-06-03-010A)
System
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0757 Set, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, Poor Performance of Transmission, Transmission Slipping (Clean Transmission Valve Body and Case Oil Passages of Debris) (01-07-30-038D)
- Normal Characteristics of Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) During On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing (06-06-04-037)
- Labor Operation Assignments For All Control Module Reprogramming (02-06-04-057E)
- Misfire DTCs P0300, P1380, P1381 and Catalytic Converter Damage Due to Installation of Alarm Systems (02-06-05-004B)
- Warranty Coverage Change for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (04-06-04-036)
Transfer Case
- Instructions To Be Followed To Aid in Obtaining Root Cause Analysis on Both OEM and Goodwrench(R) Engines, Transmissions and Transfer Cases on Vehicles with 402 km (250 mi) or Less (04-06-01-034C)
Transmission Control Systems
- Warranty Coverage for Emission-Related Reprogramming Events (PCM, ECM and TCM) (4-06-04-036E)
- Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0757 Set, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, Poor Performance of Transmission, Transmission Slipping (Clean Transmission Valve Body and Case Oil Passages of Debris) (01-07-30-038D)
- Information Regarding Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function (03-07-30-043A)
- Labor Operation Assignments For All Control Module Reprogramming (02-06-04-057E)
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On, Transmission Stuck in Second or Third Gear, Instrument Cluster Inoperative (Verify and Repair Source of Voltage Loss In Transmission Solenoid Power Supply Circuit) (01-07-30-002E)
- Inspection Of Related Wiring Harness Connections When Diagnosing Misc. DTCS, Intermittent DRIVEABILITY Concerns, Hard Start, No Start, Incorrect Gauges, INOP I/C Systems, SES/4WD Lamps Illuminated (03-06-04-012A)
Wheels & Tire System
- General Motors New Vehicle Wheel Warranty Coverage (07-03-10-015B)
- Performance Characteristics of Vehicles with Accessory Wheel/Tire Assemblies Installed as "Upsized" to Original Equipment (05-03-10-005D)
- Minimizing Damage to Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Sensors During Tire Mounting/Dismounting (08-03-10-007)
- Pitting and Brake Dust on Chrome Wheels (04-03-10-012B)
- Proper Use of OEM Service Wheel Weights, Marring and/or Damage Due to Use of Non-OEM and/or Incorrect Wheel Weight Installation (06-03-10-004)
- Use Recommended Tire Mounting Lubricant To Prevent Tires From Slipping on Chrome Wheels (T-93-93)
Window Motors & Regulators
- Urethane Adhesives For Stationary Glass And Other Applications (02-08-48-001A)
Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
- Information on Changes to the SI Table of Contents, Electrical Connectors, Terminal Testing/Repair, and the Importance of J-38125 Electrical Terminal Repair Kit Maintenance (06-08-45-001)