2013 Cadillac XTS Technical Service Bulletins

2,094 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Cadillac XTS. 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.

• 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.
• 10112880Feb 25, 2013Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have unwanted rear park assist alerts, and or unwanted brake apply while backing up. Dealer should advise owners of a vehicle built with the Driver Assist option listed above that the rear bumper sensors need to be clean and free of mud, snow, and ice to work properly.
• 10112879Feb 25, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10114132Feb 22, 2013Seats. 13004 - Service Update. Replace the fasteners and the bezel for the front seat mounted speakers. The fasteners may lose clamp load and cause a buzz noise, especially when listening to stations with talk radio.
• 10114131Feb 22, 2013Electrical system. 12293 - Customer Satisfaction Program. Software updates for the CUE system. The updates will enhance the customer experience with the human machine interface (HMI) radio, including Phone/Bluetooth Pairing, Media Player, internal/external resets, rear camera, and map database. Dealers are to update the software for the CUE system and the navigation map database for the HMI radio.
• 10114130Feb 22, 2013Seats, Equipment. 12265 - Service Update. Replace the radio control assembly. The radio volume increases to maximum level without input and the radio cannot be turned off. This condition may or may not occur on subsequent ignition cycles. Also, the heated and/or ventilated seat operation may turn on without input, and/or the outside buttons on the radio control assembly may not work.
• 10114129Feb 22, 2013Electrical system. 12262A - Service Update (revised service procedure). Reprogram of the seat memory control module. The reprogram will remove the automatic seat memory recall function from the key fobs. Customers have commented on the dissatisfaction of the key fob automatic memory function.
• 10114128Feb 22, 2013Equipment. 12250 - Service Update. Inspect and repair multiple vehicle interior concerns that may impact customer satisfaction, i.e., seat track cover, pillar trim panesl, front console cup holder, etc.
• 10112878Feb 22, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10059986Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10059981Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10059978Feb 22, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10059963Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10059948Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112858Feb 13, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 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.
• 10114120Feb 7, 2013Electrical system. 12262 - Service Update (revised SRX insert). Customer dissatisfaction with the key fob automatic memory function. Dealers are reprogram the seat memory contol module to remove the automatic seat memory recall function from the key fobs.
• 10059962Feb 7, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10250083Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10246695Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Service Update for Inventory and Customer Vehicles Front Seat Mounted Speaker Buzz Expires with Base Warranty
• 10246694Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only Automatic Radio Volume Increasel and/or Radio Control Asslembly Buttons Not Operating as Designed Expires January 31, 2014
• 10246674Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. CSP-CUE System Update
• 10246659Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Service Update for Customer Vehicles Automatic Radio Volume Increase and/or Radio Control Assembly Buttons Not Operating as Designed Expires with Base Warranty
• 10246655Feb 1, 2013Seats, Electrical system. Service klUpdate for Inventory and Customer Vehicles Seat Memory Control Module Reprogralm Expires with Base Warranty
• 10246611Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Modification of Policy and Procedures Section 1.6.2.11 for Repairs Performed Under Customer Satisfaction Program 12293 (U.S. Dealers Only)
• 10246570Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10245865Feb 1, 2013Body and structure. Product Enhancements ? Interior Trim
• 10114118Feb 1, 2013Seats, Equipment. 13003A - Service Update (revised instructions ). The radio volume increases to maximum level without input and the radio cannot be turned off. This condition may or may not occur on subsequent ignition cycles. Also, the heated and/or ventilated seat operation may turn on without input, and/or the outside buttons on the radio control assembly may not work. Dealers are to run a diagnostic procedure to verify the…
• 10112838Feb 1, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a supplement to the Service Information timing procedure for the high feature V-6 engine. Technician will also review the training video on the Common Training Website.
• 10073180Feb 1, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073178Feb 1, 2013Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073141Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073140Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071533Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071532Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069944Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069943Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069925Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069917Feb 1, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069914Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069908Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069077Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063973Feb 1, 2013Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063250Feb 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10059985Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133160Jan 31, 2013Engine cooling. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to install evaporative emissions canister purge solenoid valve,purge emission lines and inspect/replace evaporative emission canister to remove the malfunction indicator from being illuminated.
• 10112761Jan 31, 2013Body 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.
• 10060413Jan 31, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112747Jan 30, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a noise, vibration or shudder on acceleration from a stop. Technician may find that the right front axle shaft is not fully seated into the Power Transfer Unit. Technician will need to replace the right hand axle shaft and retaining ring.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.

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