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.

• 10112898Mar 7, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 10060416Mar 7, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10112888Mar 4, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Drive Motor Generator Battery Module and Drive Motor Generator Battery Sections for the 2012 - 2013 Buick LaCrosse, Buick Regal, and 2012 - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO with eAssist are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for…
• 10254207Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10247692Mar 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10246939Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. eAssist Generator Control And Battery Module Exchange Process And Order Instructions.
• 10246911Mar 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels. EBCM Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Aid for ABS Message
• 10246705Mar 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. F/CMVSS NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL - Driver Shift Control Feature May Disengage
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245331Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10073575Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070204Mar 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063399Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10044385Mar 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. Buick/chevrolet: on certain eassist vehicles, belt for the drive motor generator may be noisy, broken, misaligned or worn, resulting in a no charge concern with the message, battery saver illuminated. *pe updated on 5/9/2013.
• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
• 10114124Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. 12238D - Service Update (revised part numbers & instructions). The generator control module (GCM) may not function properly, resulting in the gradual loss of battery charge, illumination of the MIL, and eventual engine stall or no start condition. Dealers are to inspect and replace, if necessary, the GCM.
• 10112859Feb 13, 2013Exterior lighting, Electrical 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…
• 10112858Feb 13, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
• 10060011Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112853Feb 11, 2013Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have intermittent ratchet, grind, or ABS pump motor noises heard from the front of the vehicle when maneuvering through banked turns, usually between 20 - 30 mph. Technician will need to update the Electronic Brake Control Module using Service Programming System and Tis-2-Web.
• 10250083Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10246570Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10245861Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Loss of Battery Charge ? Inspect Generator Control Module
• 10073153Feb 1, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071507Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070859Feb 1, 2013Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069907Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063411Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063398Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10051909Feb 1, 2013Electronic stability control, Brakes. Buick: while driving at normal speeds (20-30), maneuvering banked turns, an intermittent grind, ratchet or abs pump motor noises can be heard, in front of vehicle and stabilitrak would flash and reduction in the throttle. Model 2010-2013 lacrosse.
• 10051891Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/saab: some vehicles have floor mats that are difficult to fully seat on carpet side retainer due to floor retainer being broken and various breakpoints for style of retainer and because different styles or designs not interchangeable and contains non matching retainers. Models 2010-13 lacrosse, srx, 2011-13 regal, cruze, equinox, volt, terrain, 9-4x, 2012-13 verano, sonic, 2008-13 cts…
• 10133161Jan 31, 2013Electrical system, Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on inspecting the steering column seal, adjusting the electronic power steering wire harness bracket and replace the steering column seal to remove a groan, squeak or rubbing type noise when turning the steering wheel.
• 10112760Jan 31, 2013Equipment, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve parts restriction has ended. Dealer can now order the parts directly through your Parts Department without General Motors Technical Assistance Center authorization.
• 10112759Jan 31, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Battery Energy Control Module, Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump, Starter Generator, Generator Battery Control Wiring Junction Block, Generator Battery Disconnect Relay, Battery Energy Control Module, Battery Disconnect Switch Wiring Harness, Battery Disconnect Switch Wiring Harness, Generator Battery, and Generator Control and Battery…
• 10060414Jan 30, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133156Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on replacement for the auxiliary floor mat retainer due to the floor mat retainer won't seat on the carpet.
• 10133155Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on radio reprogramming due to voice recognition, media data, route guidance, DVD playback concerns.
• 10133154Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on radio recovery and reprogramming due to the radio locked up and does not respond to user input.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
• 10133149Jan 28, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on suspected tampering due to aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices causing multiple issues.
• 10133147Jan 28, 2013Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on tire radial force variation.
• 10133143Jan 25, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on suspected tampering on vehicles modifications for identifying non GM ECM calibrations.
• 10060409Jan 25, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112736Jan 23, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the vehicles has no rear camera guideline selection. Technician should be advised that the guideline selection is only available on vehicles equipped with Regular Production Option Code UYS or UEW Navigation Radio. If equipped with UYS or UEW verify the guideline option is turned on.
• 10112735Jan 22, 2013Steering. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the electric steering gear part numbers 22978626 and 22978628 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10133126Jan 15, 2013Seat belts. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on properly repositioning the seat belt webbing/latch plate due to becoming twisted.

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