2012 Cadillac Escalade Technical Service Bulletins

1,582 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 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.

• 10112966Apr 12, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an audible engine whine noise at 1500-1800 revolutions per minute. Technician will need to check the coolant level, remove serpentine belt to verify noise goes away, rotate the thermostat 90 degrees and retest, then replace thermostat and retest. Technician will replace the water pump if replacing the…
• 10130628Apr 11, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 12-04-21-001A to add the 2013 model year, clarify the information from the previous bulletin and to add data throughout. The document should be reviewed and treated as new information.
• 10130627Apr 11, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 99-04-20-002G to add 2013-2014 model years.
• 10130619Apr 8, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 10-00-89-017Z to include updated information.
• 10112958Apr 5, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have low oil pressure, no oil pressure, and/or engine noise. Technician will need to replace the oil pump, flush the oil cooler lines.
• 10112955Apr 4, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a cold engine tick noise for 50 seconds at start up. Technician determines if the tick noise is possibly coming from the exhaust manifold, as this noise could easily be mistaken for an engine tick noise.
• 10130611Apr 3, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin is for information on COAX Repair Kit Availability. Revised from PI0572A
• 10254236Apr 1, 2013Body and structure. Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting.
• 10247111Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Unwanted Alarm Sounding (GM Accessory Inclination Sensor Mounting)
• 10247107Apr 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Unwanted Grade Braking, Low Power, and/or Transmission Busy Shifting.
• 10246616Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10246615Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10246614Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Vehicle Software Enhancements
• 10245773Apr 1, 2013Other or unknown, Body and structure. Transfer Case Identification First Design vs. Second Design
• 10063207Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063030Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062865Apr 1, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052297Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. General motors: on some trucks and passenger vehicles, accessory power outlets (apo) and trailer lighting are common accessed electrical systems that are affected by devices that are plugged in and become inoperative due to an open fuse and no problem with vehicle identified. Models years 2010-2014 trucks and passenger. No models.
• 10112947Mar 29, 2013Brakes, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps on diagnosing and repairing vehicles that may have unwanted grade braking, reduced engine power with no Driver Information Center messages ? Brake Pedal Override Feature ?, transmission busy or frequent shifting up or down. Technician will use this preliminary information to find the brake pedal position data parameters…
• 10134684Mar 27, 2013Body and structure. This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the door panel retainers if the customers concern is a rattle noise or gap.
• 10134682Mar 27, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides information on Vehicle Software Enhancements for 2014 and prior GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks.
• 10134681Mar 26, 2013Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on clarification of use-dealer empowerment labor operations and customer enthusiasm.
• 10134680Mar 26, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information accessory power outlet and trailer lighting fuse replacement due to electrical systems that can be affected by devices that are plugged in by the customer.
• 10112937Mar 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Diagnostic Trouble Code P0016 stored. Technician will need to inspect the reluctor on the crankshaft. If the reluctor has moved replace the crankshaft.
• 10134676Mar 25, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on powertrain and various electronic/electrical control issues.
• 10134675Mar 25, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers to properly maintain vehicle in inventory.
• 10112935Mar 25, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle.
• 10134672Mar 22, 2013Seats. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper cleaning products for GM hard or plastic surfaces, seats carpet, vinyl.
• 10134671Mar 22, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Tires. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on aftermarket ALSL or DLC devices causing multiple issues due to suspected tampering.
• 10134665Mar 20, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). This preliminary information bulletin provides information and additional diagnostics on park assist blocked being messaged on the DIC.
• 10112926Mar 20, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have navigation or radio screen is blank or flashes on and off, no sound from speakers, and rear DVD screen inoperative. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B1265, B1288, or B1289. Technician will need to repair circuit 7066.
• 10134662Mar 19, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information of suspected tampering or vehicle modifications for non-GM (Aftermarket) engine and transmission calibrations for V6 and V8 gasoline engines Using Tech 2® or global diagnostic system 2 (GDS 2)
• 10112920Mar 19, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Code P0340. Technician will replace the cam position sensor if the vehicle build is Sept or Oct of 2012 and SI diagnostics does not lead to a resolution.
• 10112917Mar 15, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that 2-Mode Drive Motor Generator Battery will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134646Mar 5, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to adjust the transmission dipstick tube and/or install the transmission fluid filler tube sleeve to eliminate a tick, buzz or rattle noise from the front of dash, transmission filler tuber cracked or broken.
• 10112893Mar 5, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Code P0340. Technician will need to replace the cam position sensor to correct this Diagnostic Trouble Code P0340 concern.
• 10134644Mar 4, 2013Steering. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to eliminate a whine noise that varies with engine speeds.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10254207Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10247677Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. High Voltage 2-Mode Battery Parts Restriction-TAC.
• 10247654Mar 1, 2013Other or unknown, Equipment. Navigation or Radio Display Blank Or Flashing DTC B1265 B1288 Or B1289.
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245316Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. High Voltage 2-Mode Battery Parts Restriction-TAC.
• 10245293Mar 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Navigation or Radio Display Blank Or Flashing DTC B1265 B1288 Or B1289.
• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10112877Feb 22, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a service four wheel drive message displayed in the driver?s information center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code C0387. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code if it is a current code. Technician will need to attempt to duplicate the…
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical 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.
• 10112844Feb 5, 2013Electrical system, Engine, Exterior lighting. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp and the engine misfires. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, and P0308. Technician will need to inspect the spark plug wires. Technician will need to replace any loose spark plug wires.
• 10112842Feb 4, 2013Engine, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and or P0430 stored. Technician should be advised that the catalytic converter efficiency Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and P0430 are disabled for the first…

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