2013 Buick Lacrosse Technical Service Bulletins

1,950 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Buick Lacrosse. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10116591Feb 13, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Installing the Correct Replacement Spin-On Oil Filter When Servicing.
• 10116587Feb 13, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on Clicking/Ticking Sound/Noise Heard During Cold Start and that this should be considered a normal characteristic.
• 10116584Feb 13, 2017Equipment. This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the published distance-based schedule.
• 10113418Feb 13, 2017Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on or engine misfire, rough idle, extended crank, or crank no start in some cases. Technician will need to perform published Service Information diagnostics. If technician finds carbon, an upper engine and valve cleaning should be performed. Update added part numbers for the…
• 10113416Feb 13, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be…
• 10113413Feb 10, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.
• 10116623Feb 8, 2017Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the garage door opener transmitter to correct a condition of poor range for the garage door opener.
• 10116596Feb 7, 2017Steering. This technical bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.
• 10113363Jan 31, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose the concern, and the steps to repair the concern of Diagnostic Trouble Code P228C setting. The technician is to inspect the fuel and readings for the High Pressure Fuel Pump. The technician is to drain and clean fuel tank and all lines if contamination is found. The technician is to replace the high pressure fuel pump and the…
• 10116540Jan 26, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted to GM for payment.
• 10116547Jan 24, 2017Equipment. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits.
• 10113338Jan 24, 2017Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have hard start, extended crank, or black smoke from the exhaust when starting. Technician will need to perform fuel quality test, spark test, and a compression test. Technician should also install a vacuum gauge prior to cold start and watch needle for signs of a sticking valve.
• 10116537Jan 19, 2017Tires. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface wheel bead seats. for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion (Clean and Resurface Wheel Bead Seat)
• 10116575Jan 12, 2017Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to replace the steering column or repair as necessary to correct conditions of Groan, Squeak or Rubbing Type Noise When Turning Steering Wheel.
• 10116534Jan 12, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.
• 10113328Jan 12, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that customers may inquire as to the availability of OnStar bluetooth on their vehicle. Technician should be advised that Vehicles with Regular Production Option Code (UPF or UWE) offer Bluetooth through the OnStar system.
• 10113321Jan 12, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a message on the radio ?maximum number of phones are currently paired to the vehicle?. Dealer should advise the customer this is normal operation of the vehicle due to the maximum number of five phones can be paired to a vehicle.
• 10116574Jan 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
• 10113318Jan 11, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will need to ensure campaigns 14395 or 15086 are completed. Technician will need to use Global Diagnostic System 2 and gather information and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further…
• 10113313Jan 11, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a diagnostic tip for the OnStar back-up battery failure. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1446 or B1447 and the OnStar LED is red. Technician should never disconnect the main vehicle battery or remove the OnStar fuse with the ignition key in any position other than off.
• 10116536Jan 6, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10111744Dec 19, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
• 10111779Dec 14, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
• 10111715Dec 12, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
• 10111743Dec 9, 2016Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 10111740Dec 9, 2016Equipment. This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the published distance-based schedule.
• 10111741Dec 7, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
• 10111742Dec 5, 2016Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for GM dealer empowerment program and goodwill procedures.
• 10111700Dec 5, 2016Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that when an incoming Bluetooth call will ring through the vehicle system, but the call can only be answered by using the handset. Technician can update the radio using the latest version of 15-NA-081 if the vehicle is 2014 or newer. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and…
• 10114842Nov 18, 2016Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.
• 10114831Nov 15, 2016Equipment, Fuel system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, an out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
• 10137624Nov 14, 2016Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on the change in product field action customer reimbursement procedure.
• 10137622Nov 10, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. This Informational bulletin describes warranty part reviews where door glass had chips or scratches.
• 10137616Nov 9, 2016Equipment, Tires. This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the published distance-based schedule.
• 10138010Nov 7, 2016Engine cooling. This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the concern of a noisy water pump.
• 10137615Nov 7, 2016Equipment, Tires. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on The tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• 10114824Nov 7, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
• 10137621Nov 4, 2016Equipment, Fuel system. This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
• 10137620Nov 3, 2016Fuel system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
• 10135301Oct 27, 2016Engine cooling. This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the concern of a noisy water pump.
• 10135240Oct 27, 2016Fuel system. This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
• 10119062Oct 25, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version and the OnStar Customer Identifier and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10135290Oct 24, 2016Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to clear the codes and re-evaluate the XM radio channels to correct a condition of audio muting when listening to some Sirius XM channels but if they change channels they will find others that experience normal audio. This could be due to interference from transmitting sources outside of Sirius XM?s frequency range.
• 10135289Oct 21, 2016Equipment. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits.
• 10135251Oct 21, 2016Seats. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the driver and/or passenger power seat height stuck in the full-up position, intermittent inoperative seat adjustment or not lowering.
• 10119049Oct 18, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Charging System, Battery Saver message Or Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, and/or charging system inoperative. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 and clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes in the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module and the Battery Energy Control…
• 10119038Oct 14, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the eAssist Drive Motor Generator Battery Powerpack are no longer on restriction and does not require a call to General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer can contact Battery Service Center in the United States or the Electronic Service Center in Canada to order the eAssist Drive Motor Generator Battery Section.
• 10135239Oct 13, 2016Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10135237Oct 13, 2016Equipment. Battery Testing and Warranty Replacement Requirements (North America ONLY)
• 10135236Oct 13, 2016Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.

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