Subject: | Information -- February, 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 February, 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 |
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Engine | ||
Fuel Gauge Inaccurate/Fluctuates, Premature Low Fuel Chime (Exchange IP Cluster, Replace Fuel Level Sensor, Reprogram EEPROM) | 1997-99 Buick Century, Regal; 1997-99 Chevrolet Lumina, Monte Carlo; 1998-99 Oldsmobile Intrigue; 1997-99 Pontiac Grand Prix | 99-06-03-007B |
Service Engine Soon Lamp On with DTCs P0141 and/or P0161 (Reprogram VCM) | 2000 Chevrolet and GMC Models (Silverado & Sierra) with 4.8L and 5.3L V8 Engine | 00-06-04-006 |
Engine Noise (Check/Replace Crankshaft Position Sensor) | 1999 Chevrolet & GMC C/K Models (Silverado & Sierra) with 4.8L & 5.3L V8 Engine | 00-06-01-001 |
Increased Accelerator Pedal Effort (Replace Throttle Body) | 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) with 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L V8 Engine | 00-06-04-007 |
Rust in Coolant System, Heater Inoperative, Blows Cold Air, Engine Overheats (Flush Coolant System) | 1996-98 Chevrolet and GMC S/T Models (Blazer, Jimmy, Sonoma, S10 Pickup); 1998 GMC Envoy; 1996-98 Oldsmobile Bravada with 4.3L V6 Engine | 99-06-02-012B |
Transmissions | ||
2 Cut vs 5 Cut Rear Axle Ring and Pinion Gearset Differences | 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models (Silverado and Sierra) with 8.6" Ring Gear Axles | 00-04-20-001 |
Slips, Harsh Upshift or Garage Shifts, Launch Shudders, Flares, Erratic Shifts, and Intermittent Concerns, DTC P1811 or P0748 Set (Replace Pressure Control Solenoid Valve Assembly) | 1999-2000 Buick LeSabre, Park Avenue/Ultra, Regal, Riviera; 99 Chevrolet Lumina, Monte Carlo, Venture; 99 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, Intrigue, Silhouette; 99 Pontiac Bonneville, Grand Prix, Montana with Hydra-matic 4T65-E and 3.4L, 3.5L or 3.8L Engine | 00-07-30-002 |
Steering, Suspension , Tires and Wheels | ||
Front Suspension Coil Spring Noise (Install New Coil Spring Insulators) | 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Models (Silverado and Sierra 2WD 1500 Series) | 99-03-08-002A |
Release of New Power Steering Fluid Reservoir | 1990-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C6-7 Series MD Conv. Models; 1997-2000 Chevrolet and GMC F6-7 Series MD Conv. Models with Gas Engines and 3116/3126 CAT Diesel Engines; 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC F6-7 Series MD Tilt Cab Models with Isuzu Duramax 7800 Diesel Engines | 00-02-32-001 |
Rear Suspension Spring Squeak/Creak (Lubricate Lower Spring Seat) | 2000 Chevrolet Malibu; Oldsmobile Alero; 2000 Pontiac Grand Am | 00-03-09-002 |
Revised Wheel Alignment Specifications | 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) | 00-03-07-002 |
Low Tire Pressure Message Repeatedly Displayed on DIC, Slow Air Loss from Tire and Wheel Assembly | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 00-03-10-001 |
Body and Accessories | ||
High Effort Required to Sound Horn (Replace Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module) | 1997-99 Buick Century, Regal | 00-08-54-001 |
General Wind Noise/Wind Rush (Install Sealer) | 2000 Buick LeSabre | 00-08-58-001 |
Front & Rear Side Door Front Upper Trim Panel (Shark Fin) Loose Fit/Gap (Install Retainer) | 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora | 00-08-64-001 |
Rear Side Door Window Outer Belt Sealing Strip Disengages (Install Rubber Strip) | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 00-08-64-002 |
Front and Rear Bumper Fascia (Foam) Energy Absorbers Available | 1998-2000 Cadillac Seville | 00-08-62-001 |
Door Trim Repair Procedure | 2000 Buick LeSabre; 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 99-08-110-007A |
Front Door Rattle Upon Closing (Replace Door Window Regulator Bolts) | 1999-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C/K Pickup Models (Silverado and Sierra) | 00-08-64-003 |
Improper Fit/Appearance Between Cab and Front Fender Extensions (Replace Front Fender Extensions) | 1997-99 Chevrolet and GMC F6-7 Series MD Tilt Models | 00-08-63-002 |
Leaking Windshield Washer Solvent Reservoir (Replace Solvent Level Switch) | 2000 Buick Century, Regal; 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue; 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 00-08-43-002 |
Cab Assist Step Cracking (Replace Step and Install Rubber Insulators) | 1995-2000 Chevrolet and GMC C6-7 Conventional Models with Single Fuel Tank | 00-08-63-001 |
General Information | ||
February, 2000 Labor Time Guide Updates | 1994-2000 Passenger Cars and Trucks | 00-00-89-001 |
Brakes | ||
Brake Rotor Warranty Service Procedure | 1995-2000 Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks | 00-05-22-002 |
Rear Brake Moan/Hum Noise During Brake Apply (Replace Rear Disc Brake Pads) | 2000 Buick LeSabre; 1998-2000 Cadillac Seville; 2000 Cadillac DeVille; 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora; 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 00-05-23-001 |
HVAC | ||
HVAC Lack of Performance-Single A/C System Only (Evacuate & Recharge A/C System) | 1998-2000 Chevrolet Venture; 1998-2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 1998-2000 Pontiac Trans Sport with C60 A/C Frt, Man Controls (Not C34) | 00-01-38-001 |
Air Conditioning Not Cold Enough/Inoperative (Replace O-Rings/Recharge System) | 1999-2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 00-01-38-002 |