2014 Cadillac ATS Technical Service Bulletins

1,991 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10114597Jul 9, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of an engine power reduced message on the driver information center after performing the Canada Onstar® 4G upgrade. If the concern is present park the vehicle outside and call General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
• 10137943Jul 7, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel regarding warranty codes generated by EL-50313 Midtronics GR8 Battery Tester/Charger required for claim processing on labor operations 4041510, 4041520 and 250 mile/400 km labor operation restriction (North America ONLY).
• 10137938Jul 6, 2015Equipment, Brakes. This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of intermittent brake squeal or squeak noise on initial brake application.
• 10115076Jun 29, 2015Equipment. 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…
• 10113708Jun 24, 2015Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of musty odor from HVAC vents on startup.
• 10113705Jun 23, 2015Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel regarding original equipment battery part numbers and AC Delco replacement battery approved warranty part numbers.
• 10113703Jun 23, 2015Electrical system, Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P2138 set.
• 10115067Jun 22, 2015Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about being unable to receive OnStar ?Over The Air? updates. Technician will need to press the OnStar button and verify they have an active account and that the call connects with data and location.
• 10115064Jun 22, 2015Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to download the USB software from TIS2WEB using the vehicle identification number every time a programming event of the human machine interface module is needed. Damage could be caused to the module if USB programmed with the incorrect software.
• 10113701Jun 22, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10115053Jun 17, 2015Tires, Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer…
• 10115045Jun 15, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with a CD player is inoperative. Technician should cycle power to the CD play and retest. If the CD player starts working advise the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a permanent solution for this concern. If the CD player is still inoperative technician will need to…
• 10115042Jun 12, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have the lower center section of the display will not work when pressed. Technician will need to replace the Integrated Center Stack for this concern.
• 10115038Jun 12, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the Media Oriented Systems Transport Bus Diagnostic Tool Kit (EL-51578) has been released to help diagnose any of the Media Oriented Systems Transport bus concerns. The kit contains header connectors that are installed to bypass Media Oriented Systems Transport bus modules. The bypass connector also contains a terminal for…
• 10115036Jun 12, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that navigation system has inaccurate estimated time of arrival. This is a normal operating characteristic of the New Generation Infotainment system.
• 10113688Jun 12, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with Global Warranty Management (GWM), Warranty Parts Center (WPC), and Parts Return Program information.
• 10113687Jun 11, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar® cellular communication upgrade.
• 10113686Jun 10, 2015Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated. Technician may find DTC P0502: Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Circuit Low Voltage.
• 10113684Jun 10, 2015Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of ?Service AFL Lamp? message displayed on the driver information center (DIC). Technicians also may find DTC(s) B257C and B257D stored.
• 10115030Jun 9, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with a CD player is inoperative. Technician should cycle power to the CD play and retest. If the CD player starts working advise the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a permanent solution for this concern. If the CD player is still inoperative technician will need to…
• 10115027Jun 9, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10115026Jun 8, 2015Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have the OnStar wireless fidelity inoperative. Technician will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center with a scan tool connect to the vehicle for further assistance.
• 10115022Jun 8, 2015Engine. 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…
• 10115020Jun 8, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have intermittent or no audio. Technician should inspect the amplifier for water damage. Technician should also inspect the wire harness that enters at the right wheelhouse in front of the amplifier. Ensure the grommet is properly installed as water may wick into the harness of the amplifier.
• 10113677Jun 5, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnosis and repair information to correct a customer concern of alleged no park, vehicle rolls in park or park will not hold.
• 10113671Jun 4, 2015Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for a customer concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated and technicians may find DTC P0454 (Fuel Tank Pressure Sensor Circuit Intermittent) set .
• 10115014Jun 3, 2015Equipment. 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…
• 10115013Jun 2, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that engine overheating, and/or poor heater performance, AC off message, and Malfunction Indicator Lamp illumination. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P00B7 and/or P2181. Technician will gain access to the water outlet assembly and inspect for flashing or debris. If flashing or…
• 10113669Jun 2, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on properly maintaining vehicles in dealer inventory.
• 10113666Jun 1, 2015Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians with repair information to correct a customer concern of engine mechanical noise from front of engine and/or Oil Pressure Low message on; DTC P06DD or P06DE may be set.
• 10057065Jun 1, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Gmc/cadillac/chevrolet: after positioning shift lever into park, it fails to hold and vehicle rolls when brake pedal is released. Model 2013-15. Ats, cts, escalade, avalanche, camaro, corvette, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe, savana, sierra, yukon. *pe updated 2/5/16. *pe updated 2/12/16.
• 10113662May 27, 2015Fuel system, Other or unknown. This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
• 10113660May 26, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnosis and repair information to correct a customer concern of alleged no park, vehicle rolls in park or park will not hold.
• 10113658May 22, 2015Engine cooling. 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.
• 10114568May 21, 2015Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician of steps to take if Pandora is inoperative or experiencing intermittent operation. 1. Verify Pandora is installed on the device. 2. Make sure the device is Bluetooth connected and paired to Cadillac CUE. 3. Make sure stations have been created in Pandora on the device. 4. Launch Pandora by selecting the Pandora Icon on the Integrated Center Stack and…
• 10113657May 21, 2015Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
• 10113656May 21, 2015Electrical system. This informational bulletin communicates part restriction and ordering process information for OnStar®Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only).
• 10114554May 15, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of a service column lock message with a possible diagnostic trouble code B2897 symptom 05 set as history. Any of the follow scenarios could set the code. 1. Power mode is OFF, OPEN the Driver Door, then press the Ignition Switch within 100ms (power mode changes to ACC or RUN) 2. Power mode is ACC or RUN, the Driver Door is OPEN, then…
• 10113654May 15, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar® cellular communication upgrade.
• 10113652May 15, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar® cellular communication upgrade.
• 10114547May 14, 2015Equipment, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with information regarding high misfire rates always on #1 cylinder. A customer may complain of misfires or roughness on cold start up with a P0300 diagnostic trouble code. Technician is to add coolant dye to the system and run the engine through warm up to circulate the dye. Pressurize the cooling system after a cold soak and inspect…
• 10114546May 14, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician to follow this Preliminary Information if there is a diagnostic trouble code P00C6 and or P228C set and normal Service Information diagnostics didn?t lead to a repair. Technician is to recheck the terminals at the Engine Control module for fit and tension as well as the crimp to the wire. The engine control module terminals to inspect are in the X2…
• 10114543May 14, 2015Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician to insure that global diagnostic service 2 diagnostic packages are up to date prior to learning the steering angle sensor for a diagnostic trouble code C710 symptom code 71 set in the electronic brake control module or the power steering control module. When rechecking for diagnostic trouble codes a U0074 U0077, U0180D, U01293, U0126, U0125, C0186…
• 10114541May 13, 2015Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to tell the difference between the integrated center stack, the radio, the human machine interface, and the vehicle communication interface module. There are pictures of all the individual modules for identification purposes.
• 10114539May 13, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with the Service Engine Soon light is on, Reduced engine power message, no crank, multiple warning lights on, transmission shifts hard, or the door locks cycle while driving. The Transmission Control Module or Engine Control Module may not communicate.
• 10114532May 8, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on a proper paint code for the following special addition vehicles.
• 10114529May 8, 2015Vehicle speed control. 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.
• 10113633May 7, 2015Engine. This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information to correct a customer concern of a loud engine whine noise.
• 10114518May 6, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a blank radio display. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code U150F stored in the Radio / Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning controls. Technician will verify if the correct display is installed. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code is current inspect the circuit form end to end.
• 10114505Apr 30, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have a radio screen appears bubbled or is delaminating. Dealer can replace model years 2013 and 2014. If working on a 2015 model year vehicle dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. Technician should replace the Integrated Center Stack with the latest part…

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