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Info - October. 2000 Bulletin Summary

Subject:October, 2000 Bulletin Summary

Models:2001 and Prior Passenger Cars and Trucks



The following list is a summary of all the bulletins that were issued in October, 2000. It is intended to let dealerships quickly review the most current bulletins in order to better service their customers. Dealerships will be receiving this type of summary, published as a bulletin, every month.

Bulletin Title

Vehicles Affected

Bulletin Number

Engine

SES Light Illuminated, DTC P1441 (Reprogram VCM)

1996 Chevrolet and GMC S/T Models; 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada

With Enhanced EVAP and 4.3L V6 Engine

00-06-04-039

High Oil Consumption After Installation of Goodwrench Remanufactured Engine (Diagnostic Checks)

1985 Chevrolet Impala; 1985-1988 Chevrolet Caprice, Monte Carlo; 1985-1986 Pontiac Parisienne; 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix; 1985-1987 Chevrolet El Camino; 1985-1987 GMC Caballero; 1985-1986 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models; 1985-1995 Chevrolet and GMC G, M Vans; 1987 Chevrolet and GMC R/V Models; 1988-1995 Chevrolet and GMC C/K, S/T Models; 1990-1995 Chevrolet and GMC L Van; 1991-1994 Oldsmobile Bravada

With 4.3L V6 Engine

00-06-01-019

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On with DTC P0446 Code Set (Reprogram PCM)

1998-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models

With 7.4L Engine and California Emissions

00-06-04-042

Transmissions

ZF 6-Speed Manual Transmission Exchange Program (RPO ML6)

2001 Chevrolet and GMC C/K 2500/3500 Pickup Trucks

With ZF 6-Speed Transmission (RPO ML6)

00-07-29-002

Steering, Suspension , Tires and Wheels

Service Manual Update -- Revised Trim Height Specification

1997-2000 Cadillac DeVille

00-03-06-002

Cancellation of Diagnostic Assistance and Parts Restriction Program for Delphi Chassis Suspension Components

1999 Chevrolet and GMC C1/K1 Models (Silverado and Sierra)

With MSR (Manual Selectable Ride)

99-03-11-001A

Body and Accessories

Service Vehicle Soon (SVS) Message, DTC B2647 and/or B2648 Set (Replace Body Control Module)

2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

00-08-47-002

Hood Flutter or Vibration (Add Sealing Material)

1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade; 1999-2000 GMC Yukon Denali

00-08-63-007

High Opening/Closing Effort or Misalignment of Sliding Side Door (Replace Center Roller Bracket and Bumper)

1996-2000 Chevrolet and GMC G Van (Plant Code 1)

00-08-64-010

Inoperative/Intermittent LH Power Window Switch After Using Express Down Feature (Replace Side Window Switch Assembly)

2000 Cadillac Eldorado and ETC

00-08-64-012

Front Door Trim Panel/Speaker Loose/Squeaks/Rattles (Apply Lubricant to Affected Areas)

2000 Pontiac Bonneville

00-08-64-011

Rear Seat Cushion Pop or Snap (Install Rubber Hose Into Bottom of Seat Retainer Clip)

1999 Buick Century, Regal

00-08-50-011

Global Position Sensor (GPS) Performance Degradation

1996-2001 Passenger Cars and Trucks

00-08-46-003

Rear Compartment Seat Back Trim Panel Attachment Arms/Straps Loose/Sag (Remove Arms/Straps and Install Tie Straps)

2000-2001 Buick LeSabre; 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora; 2000-2001 Pontiac Bonneville

00-08-66-003

Headliner Loose/Sags at Forward Edge of Sunroof Opening (Install Hook and Loop Material to Headliner and Roof Panel)

2000 Buick Park Avenue, Ultra

00-08-110-003

Service Manual Update-Addition of Instrument Panel (IP) Compartment Door Lock Cylinder Replacement Information

1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero; 1999-2000 Pontiac Grand Am

00-08-49-010

Part Information for Driver and Passenger Seat Assemblies with Manual Adjusters and Power Reclining

2000 Buick LeSabre Custom; 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora; 2000 Pontiac Bonneville

00-08-50-012

Availability of Smoker's Package

2001 Chevrolet Venture; 2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2001 Pontiac Montana

00-08-49-011

General Information

October, 2000 Labor Time Guide Updates

1996-2001 Passenger Cars and Trucks

00-00-89-023

September, 2000 Bulletin Summary

2001 and Prior Passenger Cars and Trucks

00-00-89-024

Brakes

Release of Revised Park Brake Pump/Reservoir Assembly

1990-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C6-7 Series Conventional Medium Duty Models; 1997-2000 Chevrolet and GMC F6-7 T Series Medium Duty Tilt Cab Models

With Power Operated Parking Brake (RPO J71)

00-05-26-001

Intermittent "Traction Engage" Message and/or ABS Warning Lamp Activation (Replace Wiring Harness)

1997 Cadillac Seville; 1997-1999 Cadillac DeVille; 1997-2000 Cadillac Eldorado

00-05-25-003

Rear Disc Brake Groan/Squeal (Install New Rear Brake Pads)

2000-2001 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo

00-05-23-006

Cancellation of Delphi/BOSCH ABS 5.3 Diagnostic Assistance and Parts Return Program

2000 Buick LeSabre, Park Avenue; 2000 Cadillac DeVille, Seville; 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora; 2000 Pontiac Bonneville

99-05-25-002B

Cancellation of DBC 7 Diagnositc Assistance and Parts Return Program

1999 Buick Century, Regal; 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier; Impala, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Venture; 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, Montana

99-05-25-003A

HVAC

Noise in HVAC System/Insufficient Air Flow From HVAC System/HVAC System Pulling/Lifting Papers/Debris From Glovebox Bin (Install Barrier Material)

2001 Oldsmobile Aurora

00-01-39-002

Correct Diagnostic Procedure When Reviewing A/C Performance Concern and A/C Refrigerant Leak is Suspected

1997-2001 Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks

00-01-38-007

Restraints

Service Replacement Front Seat Belts and Seat Belt Guides

1999 Oldsmobile Alero; 1999 Pontiac Grand Am

00-09-40-003