2013 Cadillac ATS Technical Service Bulletins

2,402 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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.

• 10108645Jul 19, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
• 10114082Jul 18, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10108641Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10108627Jul 18, 2017Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
• 10108626Jul 18, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
• 10108625Jul 18, 2017Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
• 10114079Jul 17, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician when the customer comments that their digital vehicle speed display is showing a different speed than the analog vehicle speed display. There may be up to 2 miles per hour difference between the digital and analog vehicle speed displays.
• 10114078Jul 17, 2017Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with steps to resolve the issue of an oily substance that may be found on the inside windshield surface, and appears to be leaking from the rear view mirror area. Technician will remove the moisture sensor and clean the glass and mounting bracket with alcohol wipe. If the gel separates from the sensor the sensor will need to be replaced.
• 10114077Jul 17, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.
• 10114072Jul 13, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the…
• 10114071Jul 12, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10118290Jun 30, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10118274Jun 19, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the diagnosis and repair steps for a vehicle with a check engine light on with Diagnostic Trouble Code P015B or a reduced engine power message with Diagnostic Trouble Code P1101. Technician should look for a missing or damaged O-ring seal in the charge air cooler coupler.
• 10118259Jun 12, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician rear wheel drive manual transmissions have been placed on restriction. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10118256Jun 12, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System.
• 10118250Jun 7, 2017Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a knock noise, seized engine, lower end squeak or squeal from the engine. Technician will inspect the oil control solenoids for metal debris. Also inspect for damage to the cam caps Journals and camshaft journals on the heads. The check the timing chain idler sprockets for stiffness when turning. If any of…
• 10118244Jun 6, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a ticking noise on cold start after sitting more than 6 hours. Technician will inspect the oil pump pick-up tube to block seal being compressed. It the seal is compressed replace the seal and retest.
• 10118233Jun 2, 2017Equipment. 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.
• 10137665May 23, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
• 10137600May 22, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed Aluminum Wheels.
• 10137680May 19, 2017Brakes. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the normal characteristic of instrument panel red brake light intermittently comes on.
• 10137605May 15, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
• 10137653May 10, 2017Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the difference in oil filters and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
• 10137640May 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
• 10137635May 10, 2017Equipment, Fuel system. This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
• 10137602May 4, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
• 10137603May 2, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10114037Apr 28, 2017Exterior lighting. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer or technician concern of the horizontal headlamp aim adjuster difficult or inoperative.
• 10113978Apr 26, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
• 10114027Apr 19, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Non-Design Intent Wheel Lock Nuts and Lug Nuts.
• 10113993Apr 18, 2017Equipment. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits.
• 10114048Apr 12, 2017Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
• 10113977Apr 10, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10113976Apr 6, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10114049Apr 4, 2017Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on towing/transport recommendations for Cadillac ATS and CTS, to avoid vehicle damage.
• 10138042Mar 30, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides additional information on what oil to use in the 2.0L engines to eliminate the risk of engine/piston failure.
• 10138086Mar 29, 2017Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operations.
• 10138177Mar 27, 2017Equipment, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that maynot move after being parked for extended period of time. This issue is due to the fact that the brake pads may have frozen to the vehicle's rotors. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern.
• 10138174Mar 24, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of a complaint of a sag or hesitation when accelerating. The concern is present when coasting at low speeds of less than 15 miles per hour and then aggressively applying the throttle, or after making a hard stop followed by an aggressive throttle.
• 10138074Mar 21, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on Characteristics of Wide Low Aspect Ratio Tires, Vehicle Pulls Left or Right, Wanders, Follows Depressions in Road Surface, Tramlining.
• 10138019Mar 21, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE for vehicles that may need an upgrade.
• 10138067Mar 20, 2017Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to clean the ports and the passages of the cylinder head to correct the MIL on.
• 10138087Mar 17, 2017Steering. This preliminary information bulletin provides information for diagnosing a power steering fluid leak at the fluid reservoir.
• 10138043Mar 17, 2017Brakes. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to apply copper paste to the brake calipers to correct a condition of Brake Squeal or Squeak Noise Intermittently on Initial Brake Applies.
• 10138095Mar 16, 2017Engine cooling. This engineering information bulletin ends the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the concern of a noisy water pump.
• 10138025Mar 13, 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.
• 10138054Mar 10, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on On rare occasions, a security code input message with SPS error code E5659, M5304, and/or M5530 may be displayed in TIS2web when the technician is programming any module. If this concern is encountered, the technician should start by ensuring that the module being programmed is not a used module and that the VIN matches on VIN plate, TIS2web programming screen…
• 10138053Mar 9, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
• 10138014Mar 7, 2017Equipment. This information bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims and how to setup, and reprogram modules.
• 10116590Feb 28, 2017Seats. This informational bulletin explains not to put anything metal or conductive on the passenger seat or it may set the reminder chime off.

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