2015 Cadillac ATS Technical Service Bulletins

1,775 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 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.

• 10126063Jul 12, 2016Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
• 10126062Jul 11, 2016Brakes. This informational bulletin provides information on installing the correct tires for vehicles with the condition of under hard acceleration at higher speeds, the traction control light will flash. Or, they may come in for ABS or general handling/braking concerns.
• 10100822Jul 11, 2016Engine. This informational bulletin provides the technician with what may happen to an engine due to lack of maintenance.
• 10100804Jul 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin informs the technicians on a change made to the interlock componets of the shifting system to increase the robustness of gear lockout when not engaged.
• 10080981Jun 29, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communicates the procedure to the technician how to regain blu-ray/cd/dvd player function on all new generation infotainment systems with regular production option code u42 or uwg blu-ray players. If this concern is encountered, cycle the cd player/media disc player fuse and re-evaluate the concern.
• 10097193Jun 28, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the stator shaft support to correct customer concern on a delayed engagement when the transmission is shifted from park to reverse or park to drive after the vehicle has been sitting with the engine off due to the torque converter draining the transmission fluid back into the transmission pan.
• 10089044Jun 28, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information on transmissions with harsh shifts after mileage accumulation without previous repairs and/or calibration updates.
• 10088941Jun 28, 2016Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. This informational bulletin informs the technicians on a change made to the interlock componets of the shifting system to increase the robustness of gear lockout when not engaged.
• 10080920Jun 27, 2016Equipment, Seats. This preliminary information communication advises the technician that some customer 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…
• 10081022Jun 14, 2016Electrical 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.
• 10089247Jun 10, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper use of floor mats.
• 10089392Jun 8, 2016Seat belts, Air bags. 44240 - special coverage. For vehicles equipped with a haptic seat option (rpo ufl or uhx) and a non-motorized seat belt retractor (rpo ax7), the airbag warning light may be illuminated due to a potential fault with the driver’s side diagnosable buckle switch. If this airbag light illuminates, and has diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b0072 set, it may be related to the driver’s side diagnosable buckle switch, and…
• 10114105May 31, 2016Engine, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on identifying non-GM (aftermarket) engine calibrations for gasoline engines using Tech 2 or GDS 2.
• 10078925May 31, 2016Engine. This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician regarding vehicles equipped with engine regular production option code lea, lcv, and lkw may have a service engine soon lamp with diagnostic trouble code p015a set. If the service information for diagnostic instruction for diagnostic trouble code p015a was completed inspect the engine oil level for being overfilled.
• 10078923May 26, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. 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.
• 10114101May 25, 2016Wheels. This informational bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening or re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed.
• 10078921May 24, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication provides the technician with a diagnostic aid for identifying infotainment components on the vehicles to ensure that the correct component is ordered or replaced and the correct labor code is used for warranty submission.
• 10078920May 24, 2016Engine, Electrical system. This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician regarding vehicles equipped with engine regular production option code lea, lcv, and lkw may have a service engine soon lamp with diagnostic trouble code p015a set. If the service information for diagnostic instruction for diagnostic trouble code p015a was completed inspect the engine oil level for being overfilled.
• 10118547May 20, 2016Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
• 10114107May 20, 2016Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on service programming system (SPS) errors.
• 10078913May 20, 2016Steering. This preliminary information communication provides the technician with a diagnostic tip for vehicles with intermittent no crack with a "turn steering wheel start vehicle again". If there is a diagnostic trouble code b305a stored history in the body control module it may have been caused by a bound up steering wheel. Review the owner’s manual starting the vehicle messages section with the customer.
• 10078885May 17, 2016Engine. 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.
• 10118546May 16, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a new U.S. dealer special tool loan program.
• 10118545May 16, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides warranty policy information on revised wiring repair labor operations and required additional information.
• 10134546May 13, 2016Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the radio to correct a customer concern of radio Inoperative, blue Screen, AM clipping noise, HD on/off status not retained in stations, time lag on transitions, no audio with internal amp, and park assist symbol position wrong in rear view camera.
• 10134545May 13, 2016Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides warranty information on accessory power outlet and trailer lighting fuse replacement.
• 10078874May 10, 2016Equipment. 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.
• 10134536May 6, 2016Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on GM?s policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
• 10081365May 6, 2016Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on the identification of vehicles that are shipped with the transport mode on and how to turn it off.
• 10114113May 5, 2016Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on black smoke and rough idle on cold start.
• 10078860May 2, 2016Visibility (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.
• 10078583May 1, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information to advise the customers that have enrolled their vehicle into the onstar advanced diagnostics & real time diagnostic alerts they may receive alerts from their vehicle when it is being serviced.
• 10078571May 1, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provide information on the product quality center (pqc) assembly replacement process.
• 10078570May 1, 2016Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the radio to correct a customer concern that there is a low-volume, repetitive ticking noise coming from all speakers due to the current radio software.
• 10078569May 1, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. This informational bulletin provides information on vehicles designed to operate on gaseous fuels.
• 10078568May 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on how to inspect the upper valve body to determine the correct rpo usage to correct a concern that after installation of a replacement upper valve body, the transmission may have no reverse and no 2nd gear due to the installation of the incorrect upper valve body.
• 10078575Apr 29, 2016Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install a new foam patch over the microphone to correct a customer concern that when using the bluetooth® phone system in their vehicle, the person on the receiving end of a mobile telephone call states the audio sounds muffled, distorted or has static due to the foam patch on the back of the headliner at the microphone mounting area coming loose.
• 10083893Apr 27, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of the radio is inopertive. New software has been released to correct this concern.
• 10083782Apr 27, 2016Engine, Electrical system. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of black smoke when starting the vehicle after sitting.
• 10083513Apr 27, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. The technician is provided instructions for resetting the vehicle communication interface module for this concern.
• 10078749Apr 27, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of the radio is inopertive. New software has been released to correct this concern.
• 10078745Apr 27, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of receiving frequent "off route" messages while following turn by turn (tbt) route navigation. The technician is provided instructions for resetting the vehicle communication interface module for this concern.
• 10083073Apr 26, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of a dead battery after leaving the vehicle during a bluetooth call.
• 10078743Apr 26, 2016Electrical system. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of a dead battery after leaving the vehicle during a bluetooth call.
• 10083781Apr 22, 2016Electrical system. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose the concern, and the steps to repair the concern of the vehicle cranks but does not start. The technician is to inspect for a sheared cam pin in the engine.
• 10083587Apr 22, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician to contact the gm technical assistance center for further instructions. The concern is the radio may be unable to save xm favorite stations.
• 10083509Apr 21, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern. The vehicle's xm radio only has xm preveiw channels.
• 10083482Apr 21, 2016Equipment. This preliminary information communication advises the technician to diagnose the concern and the steps to repair the concern. The vehicle's xm travel link may be inopertive.
• 10078522Apr 20, 2016Equipment. "this technical bulletin provides a procedure to contact onstar for hard mute request to correct a customer concern when the radio is on, it does not mute enough when the onstar® turn-by-turn navigation directions are announced due to customer improperly setting the radio volume high enough when the turn-by-turn navigation messages are played. "
• 10078520Apr 20, 2016Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information that may be useful on diagnosing batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or set in cold weather climates and testing those batteries.

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