2016 Cadillac CTS Technical Service Bulletins

1,576 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Cadillac CTS. 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.

• 10126068Jul 25, 2017Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides information on Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the transport mode message on and off.
• 10126065Jul 25, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10126111Jul 24, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides to the tech the new version of SPS that will prompt warnings when trying to reprogram modules that have been already reprogrammed.
• 10114088Jul 24, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the text messaging feature on some newer General Motors infotainment systems. Pair the iPhone to the system then enter the Bluetooth settings menu, select the “i” icon next to the vehicle name in the device and enable show notifications. The text messaging feature will be available on the next ignition cycle.
• 10126108Jul 21, 2017Brakes. This bulletin provides information on possible normal brake drag caused by sitting.
• 10126075Jul 21, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains possible normal condition of a flare from 1st to 2nd, even if the trans had been repaired for the flare and its still noticed.
• 10114087Jul 21, 2017Brakes. 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.
• 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…
• 10108634Jul 18, 2017Seats. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to unstick the seatback to correct a customer concern that the seatback is stick in the full forward (or full rearward) position and will not change recline position using the power seat recliner switch caused by a burr that built up on the gear of the seatback actuator preventing the seatback to recline.
• 10108624Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on GM offering the Android Auto feature upgrade for 2016 and 2017 model year vehicles and how to proceed with reprogramming the vehicles to include this application for use.
• 10108618Jul 18, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information that the TPM sensors must always be relearned when accessory wheels are installed on the vehicle.
• 10108615Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains what sets the code U0155 and how its caused by a timing issue between the IPC and the PPS.
• 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.
• 10108600Jul 17, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the need to relearn the auto/start and stop feature on vehicles equipped after a repair has been completed on the vehicle.
• 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…
• 10126125Jul 11, 2017Engine. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure on a brief rattle or tick when revving the engine when the vehicle is in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The same rattle or tick can sometimes be heard at the beginning or end of a vehicle acceleration while in D (Drive).
• 10126070Jul 11, 2017Fuel system. This bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of fuel odor, fuel leaks from UH SIDI Pipes between High Pressure Pump and Fuel Rails
• 10114063Jul 6, 2017Lane departure, Electrical system, Steering. 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…
• 10158906Jun 30, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. 16197 - Customer Satisfaction. Certain vehicles have an incorrect interior electrical center label on the left side of the instrument panel. This condition could lead to improper fuse installation. Dealers are to install a corrected label, and copy and insert corrected pages of the Owner?s Manual. Since a new label can be easily installed, and to reduce customer inconvenience, the label will be sent directly to…
• 10118291Jun 30, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for misfires on active fuel management cylinders and engineering investigations into cylinder 6 misfire on XT5 and cylinder 4 misfire on LaCrosse both of which are 2017.
• 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.
• 10118265Jun 15, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will not retain the previous settings and will go to the Home Icon screen when the vehicle is restarted. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is currently evaluating this concern.
• 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.
• 10118251Jun 7, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for misfires on active fuel management cylinders and engineering investigations into cylinder 6 misfire on XT5 and cylinder 4 misfire on LaCrosse both of which are 2017.
• 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.
• 10118237Jun 5, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Product Quality Center has a part restriction for E82 engine control module Restriction Part Number 12659078. Dealer will have to call General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance. Restriction has ended as of 6/3/2017and PI updated to reflect this.
• 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.
• 10137601May 17, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on engine surfaces.
• 10137605May 15, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
• 10137678May 12, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure on a brief rattle or tick when revving the engine when the vehicle is in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The same rattle or tick can sometimes be heard at the beginning or end of a vehicle acceleration while in D (Drive).
• 10137658May 12, 2017Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the ECM to correct a MIL, Auto Stop Inop concern.
• 10137686May 11, 2017Engine. This engineering informational bulletin is ending the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Oil Leak Between Upper and Lower Oil Pan.
• 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.
• 10137682May 1, 2017Electrical system. This preliminary information advises the technician to perform a battery sensor module learn if the battery has been disconnected.
• 10114043Apr 27, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on Wireless Charging Module Diagnosis.
• 10113881Apr 27, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates diagnostic tips for misfires on active fuel management cylinders and engineering investigations into cylinder 6 misfire on XT5 and cylinder 4 misfire on LaCrosse both of which are 2017.
• 10118901Apr 26, 2017Equipment. 16197 - Customer Satisfaction Program. Certain vehicles have an incorrect interior electrical center label on the left side of the instrument panel. This condition could lead to improper fuse installation. Dealers are to install a corrected label, and copy and insert corrected pages of the Owner?s Manual. Since a new label can be easily installed, and to reduce customer inconvenience, the label will be sent…

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