2017 Buick Lacrosse Technical Service Bulletins

1,204 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 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.

• 10123266Oct 18, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates that a customer may bring a vehicle in with a complaint of the Heads Up Display (HUD) frozen or inoperative. The dealer technician may find the HUD inoperative and may find no communication with the HUD and/or DTC U1518.
• 10123265Oct 18, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates thata vehicle may exhibit a Adaptive Cruise Control Unavailable and/or Lane Keep Assist Unavailable message. The technician may attempt to program the Active Safety Control Module (ASCM) and encounter a code E4399. The technician is advised if he encounters this concern to zero the MIC counter by placing the vehicle into and back out of "Transport Mode".
• 10134612Oct 17, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera). This informational bulletin provides information to the customer about the rear camera guidelines not being present at times due to the VBM taking over the rear camera option.
• 10123263Oct 17, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Shift to Park message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1AEE, P1AEF, P1AF0, P1AF2, and P1E22. Technician will need to replace the transmission. Technician will need to review the latest version of PIP5321 for the Volt and PIP5390 for the Malibu.
• 10123252Oct 13, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency…
• 10123244Oct 13, 2017Lane departure, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to thetechnician that some customers may comment on the operation of their haptic seat during a Lane Keep Assist event. Lane Keep Assist works differently than Lane Departure Warning. The Lane Keep Assist icon is solid amber, Forward Camera Module is actively commanding a torque to Electronic Power Steering. This means that the driver should also feel some feedback from the…
• 10123243Oct 12, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that they may be working on a concern of a Service Driver Assist System Message with B172E stored in history Do not replace any parts. Engineering is aware of the issue and a new control module is in development and will be available Q1 2019.
• 10134609Oct 11, 2017Brakes. This Technical bulletin provides information for rear brake pad replacement to correct a squeak type noise heard from the rear brakes when cold.
• 10134593Oct 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
• 10134590Oct 9, 2017Latches, locks and linkages. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on an outside door handle or lock cylinder cover being loose, or falling off.
• 10123227Oct 5, 2017Electrical 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.
• 10134574Oct 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin advised the technician not to do anything about the DTC set.
• 10134595Oct 3, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10123222Oct 3, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
• 10123217Oct 2, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates thata vehicle may exhibit a Adaptive Cruise Control Unavailable and/or Lane Keep Assist Unavailable message. The technician may attempt to program the Active Safety Control Module (ASCM) and encounter a code E4399. The technician is advised if he encounters this concern to zero the MIC counter by placing the vehicle into and back out of "Transport Mode".
• 10190339Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Original Equipment Batteries Part Number and ACDelco Replacement Battery Approved Warranty Part Numbers Correct battery cold cranking amperage (CCA) ratings and type are critical for proper test results when using the EL-50313. Access to the battery specification label, which contains the OEM part number and CCA rating and type, may be difficult without component removal. Refer to the table below for the original…
• 10190338Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
• 10190337Oct 1, 2017Suspension. Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
• 10190320Oct 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
• 10190318Oct 1, 2017Electrical system. All or Some Options May Be Missing from Driver Information Center (DIC) “Info Pages” Menu Due to Them Not Being Selected Condition Some customers may comment that with the “Info” option selected from the main menu (1), the “Info Pages” are blank (2) when scrolling up and down.
• 10190312Oct 1, 2017Brakes. Rear Brake Squeak Type Noise Condition Some customers may comment on a squeak type noise heard from the rear brakes when cold. This noise will typically occur on first brake apply when the brakes are cold. Note: This condition may not be duplicated if the brakes are warm. Correction Replace the rear brake pads
• 10190309Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Condition Information on Outside Door Handle or Lock Cylinder Cover Loose, Falling Off Some customers may comment on any of the following: • Outside door handle loose. • Outside door handle pulls out of door. • Outside door handle fell off. • Outside door handle lock cylinder cover fell off. • Outside door handle lock cylinder cover loose. Cause The cause of the condition may be either of the following issues: 1.
• 10190308Oct 1, 2017Forward collision avoidance. Forward Collision Alert Inoperative, Unwanted Application of Emergency Brakes and/or Adaptive Cruise Control Drops Out Condition Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions: • Forward Collision Alert (red light and alarm) is late or does not come occur. • Vehicle applies emergency brakes with no vehicle in front in areas with overhead structures. • Adaptive Cruise control drops out in…
• 10190263Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Information on Chassis Control Module (CCM) Receives Invalid Data and Sets DTC U0422 The Technician may find DTCs U0422 set. The Technician may also find the following DTCs set. • U1534 • U1538 Information Based on analysis with the BCM team, during vehicle startup (on occasion) the PEPS module arbitration along with high bus traffic leads to the BCM setting the door open switch virtual device availability (VDA) to…
• 10190232Oct 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Information on Chassis Control Module (CCM) and Hybrid Powertrain Control Module (HPCM) Receives Invalid Data and Sets DTC U0422 The technician may find DTC U0422 set.
• 10190231Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Intermittent Operation of Key Fobs, Door Unlock Inoperative “No Remote Detected” Message with Possible TPM MIL Some customers may comment on intermittent loss of Key Fob and/or Passive Entry, Passive Start functions. This may be accompanied with a “No Remote Detected” message on the DIC.
• 10157041Sep 28, 2017Electrical 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. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical…
• 10159299Sep 27, 2017Wheels. 17339 - Service Update. Certain vehicles equipped with a spare tire (RPO QCL), may have a spare wheel assembly installed that will not have the correct lug pattern and either cannot be mounted to the vehicle, or may be difficult to mount which could lead to possible wheel detachment while driving. Dealers are to inspect the spare wheel/tire, and if necessary, install the correct spare wheel.
• 10157040Sep 27, 2017Engine cooling. The Preliminary Information communicates that avehicle may come into the dealer with a SES light on and code P0446 set in Engine Control Module. Dealer is instructed to inspect the EVAP air inlet pipe to the EVAP canister for dust intrusion. If dust intrusion is found dealer is instructed to clean the air inlet pipe and filters and replace the EVAP canister.
• 10159579Sep 26, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin advises the technician not to change the crankshaft balancer if it has the illusion of a wobble or vibration appearance.
• 10159599Sep 22, 2017Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information on RDM Axle Ratios for AWD Vehicles for Vibration Diagnostics When Using the Pico Scope
• 10157027Sep 21, 2017Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Brakes, Lane departure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an Object Detection System Message Diagnostic Trouble Codes U0075, U026A, U026B, U026C, U0265, U0268, and/or U0269 stored in the active safety module. Technician should inspect his Multiple Diagnostic Interface cable for damage.
• 10159570Sep 20, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10157020Sep 20, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2.
• 10157018Sep 20, 2017Fuel system, Tires, Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
• 10159613Sep 19, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for programming the low speed LAN module due to the mirrors memory position reverse tilt position is inoperative.
• 10159575Sep 14, 2017Electrical system. This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10159572Sep 14, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.
• 10159608Sep 12, 2017Electrical system, Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inspect the wires and/or replace the Valve Rocker Arm Oil Control Valves if the DTCs listed are set.
• 10159569Sep 12, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10156999Sep 11, 2017Equipment. 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 call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
• 10159578Sep 7, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10156990Sep 6, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
• 10159574Sep 5, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10140293Aug 31, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine Damage.
• 10140298Aug 30, 2017Equipment. The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
• 10137748Aug 29, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to look for other codesP0AEE, P0AF3, P0BD2, P0BD7, P0BDC, P0BE1 if a customer comes in with a Mil Request.
• 10137747Aug 29, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that when scanning a vehicle for Diagnostic Trouble Codes, may find a temporary loss of Human Machine Interface communication with Global Diagnostic System 2. Technician should not replace the Human Machine Interface for this concern, power cycling of the Human Machine Interface fuse should restore communication.
• 10140406Aug 23, 2017Body and structure, Equipment. Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.
• 10137739Aug 23, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Service Engine Soon on, a “Service Transmission Now, Unable to Shift Soon” message or possibly the vehicle will not shift out of park at times. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P07BE or P17F3 in the Chassis Control Module. Technician will need to update the Chassis Control Module with…

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