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ASI Resolution - Charging System Light On, Battery Not Charging Service Charging System Message Displayed, P2501 DTC Set (Reprogram PCM)

Subject:Charging System Light On, "Battery Not Charging Service Charging System" Message Displayed, P2501 DTC Set (Reprogram PCM)

Models:2005 Cadillac STS
with 4.6L Engine (VIN A -- RPO LH2)



This bulletin is being revised to provide the correction information for Advanced Service Information Bulletin 05-06-03-004A. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 05-06-03-004A (Section 06 -- Engine/Propulsion System).


Condition

Some customers may comment on a charging system light being illuminated and a "Battery Not Charging Service Charging System" message displayed on the driver information center (DIC). This condition may be intermittent and difficult to duplicate. Upon investigation, the technician may also find DTC P2501 set.

Cause

This condition may be caused by a PCM calibration issue.

Correction

Diagnose the concern using published diagnostic information. If routine diagnosis does not reveal any obvious cause, reprogram the PCM with the latest software calibration available in TIS. As always, make sure your Tech 2® is updated with the latest software version.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation

Description

Labor Time

J6354

Module, Powertrain Control - Engine Reprogramming w/SPS

Use Published Labor Operation Time

Add

Diagnosis Time

0.0-0.3 hr

Dealer Action

    • Please contact all customers that were told they would be called when a repair became available.
    • Distribute this information to all dealership technicians and service advisors.