| Subject: | Using the New General Motors Service Bulletins |
| Models: | All Passenger Cars and Trucks |
Format
In February, 1999, a new service bulletin numbering system was introduced.
This bulletin is being issued to assist you in properly filing bulletins under
the new system. The information below applies only to printed bulletins. The
current format of service bulletins will remain the same. You may receive
bulletins under the following categories:
| • | Warranty Administration |
How to File GM Service Bulletins
GM Service Bulletins should be filed in GM Service Bulletin binders.
Each bulletin has a section name and number printed at the top right corner.
This section name will match one of the tabs in the binder. We recommend that
Service Bulletins be filed behind the tab that matches the section title shown
on the bulletin, and then by the subsection in sequential order.
GM Service Bulletin Number Structure
Sample Number: 99-06-03-007
Beginning January 1999, Service Bulletins will be numbered within four
groups separated by dashes. The first two groups are two digits, the third
group could be two or three digits, and the fourth will contain a three digit
sequence number. The following is a breakdown of the sample number printed
above.
| - | Calendar year when originally written |
| - | The number will retain two digits for the model year 2000 and
after. |
| - | Section Number: 06 refers to Engine. |
| - | See table for a complete list of section numbers. |
| - | Subsection Number: 03 refers to Engine Electrical |
| - | See table for a complete list of subsection numbers. |
| - | Sequence number of bulletin within the subsection. |
| - | If a Service Bulletin is revised for any reason, its number will
remain the same and a letter will be added to identify the revision status
(example: 99-06-03-007A). In addition, a revision statement
at the beginning of the bulletin will explain the changes made and identify
the bulletin that is to be discarded when the revised bulletin is filed. |
Section/Subsection
Number & Title
|
00 - General Information
- 89 - General Information
- 90 - Maintenance and Lubrication
- 91 - Vibration Diagnosis and Correction
|
01 - HVAC
- 37 - Heater, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- 38 - HVAC System - Manual
- 39 - HVAC System - Automatic
|
02 - Steering
- 32 - Power Steering System
- 33 - Manual Steering Gear
- 34 - Steering Linkage (Non-Rack and Pinion)
- 35 - Steering Wheel and Column
- 36 - Variable Effort Steering
|
03 - Suspension
- 06 - Suspension General Diagnosis
- 07 - Wheel Alignment
- 08 - Front Suspension
- 09 - Rear Suspension
- 10 - Tire and Wheels
- 11 - Electronic Suspension Controls
- 15 - Automatic Level Control
- 99 - Air Suspension
|
04 - Driveline/Axle
- 17 - Propeller Shaft
- 18 - Front Wheel Drive Shafts
- 19 - Front Axle (w/Differential)
- 20 - Axle (w/Differential)
- 21 - Transfer Case
- 95 - Rear Wheel Drive Shafts
- 114 - Rear Axle Controls
|
05 - Brakes
- 22 - Hydraulic Brakes
- 23 - Disc Brakes
- 24 - Drum Brakes
- 25 - ABS/Traction Control
- 26 - Parking Brakes
- 27 - Air Brakes
- 28 - Air Foundation Brakes
- 112 - Air Drums
- 113 - Air Compressor
|
06 - Engine/Propulsion System - Combustion Engines
- 01 - Engine Mechanical
- 02 - Engine Cooling
- 03 - Engine Electrical
- 04 - Engine Controls
- 05 - Engine Exhaust
- 93 - Turbocharger
- 94 - Vacuum Pump
06 - Engine/Propulsion System - Electric Propulsion
- 117 - Power Inverter Controls
- 118 - Battery Pack Controls
- 119 - Internal Battery Pack
- 120 - Power Supply
- 121 - Electrical Power and Grounds
- 122 - Drive Motor
- 123 - Cooling System
- 124 - Speed Control System
- 125 - Auxiliary Battery/Charging System
|
07 - Transmission/Transaxle
- 29 - Manual Transmission
- 30 - Automatic Transmission
- 31 - Clutch
|
08 - Body and Accessories
- 42 - Lighting Systems
- 43 - Wipers/Washer Systems
- 44 - Entertainment
- 45 - Wiring Systems
- 46 - Cellular Communications
- 47 - Body Control Systems
- 48 - Stationary Glass
- 49 - Instrument Panel and Console
- 50 - Seats
- 51 - Paint/Coatings
- 52 - Keyless Entry
- 53 - Exterior/Interior Trim
- 54 - Horns
- 55 - Back-up Alarm
- 56 - Theft Deterrent
- 57 - Water Leaks
- 58 - Air/Wind Noise
- 59 - Squeaks and Rattles
- 60 - Plastic Panel Information and Repair
- 61 - Frame and Underbody
- 62 - Bumpers and Fascias
- 63 - Body Front End
- 64 - Doors
- 65 - Rear Quarters
- 66 - Body Rear End
- 67 - Roof
- 68 - Cruise Control
- 69 - Retained Accessory Power
- 85 - Traction Control
- 96 - Heated Windshield
- 97 - Garage Door Opener
- 98 - Collision Repair
- 110 - Interior Trim
- 111 - Exterior Trim
- 116 - Data Link Communications
|
09 - Restraints
- 40 - Seat Belts
- 41 - SIR
- 115 - SRS
|
Visual Identification of Bulletin Types
Service Bulletins will now make use of eight different color banners
to assist you in recognizing the various types of bulletins. The specific
bulletin/color pairs are:
| • | Technical - Light Green Banner |
| • | Information - Orange Banner |
| • | Service Manual Update - Black Banner |
| • | Exchange Program - Green Banner |
| • | Warranty Administration - Teal Banner |
| • | OBD Software Upgrade - Yellow Banner |
| • | Special Policy - Blue Banner |
Important: Service Bulletins published in Canada will continue to be published
with black banners
U.S. Dealers:
The minimum quantity of bulletins provided to any dealership will remain
at 3. When you receive service bulletins, please verify the contents and quantities
against the packing list shown on the mailing label. Please report any discrepancies
directly to XPRESS1 at 1-800-783-3034. You may also use
this phone number to purchase additional quantities of service bulletins,
if needed.
One set of new GM Service Bulletin binder divider tabs will be provided
free of charge to each dealer when available. To order additional tabs or
new GM Service Bulletin Binders contact HELM at 1-800-551-4123.
Canadian Dealers:
The minimum quantity of bulletins provided to any dealership will remain
at 2. When you receive service bulletins, please verify the contents and quantities.
Please report any discrepancies directly to DGN marketing at 1-800-668-5539.
One set of new GM Service Bulletin binder divider tabs will be provided
free of charge to each dealer when available. To order additional tabs or
new GM Service Bulletin Binders contact DGN Marketing at 1-800-668-5539.
