2012 Chevrolet Colorado Technical Service Bulletins

1,316 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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.

• 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.
• 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)
• 10112921Mar 19, 2013Brakes, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access…
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10112890Mar 4, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a "Service 4 Wheel Drive" message displayed in the Driver Information Center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code C0327 set in the Transfer Case Control Module. Technician will need to inspect circuit 550 ground circuit for the transfer case encoder motor channel circuits.
• 10254207Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10246911Mar 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels. EBCM Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Aid for ABS Message
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10063237Mar 1, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112887Feb 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a ticking noise when driving above 30 miles per hour in third and fourth gear. Technician will need to replpace the Reaction Carrier, Low and Reverse Roller Clutch Race, and the Low and Reverse Roller Clutch.
• 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.
• 10112864Feb 18, 2013Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
• 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.
• 10253144Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. SES Light Rough Running And/Or Lack Of Power.
• 10245777Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine, Other or unknown. New Service Cam Bearings For Gen IV V8 Engines
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
• 10133149Jan 28, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on suspected tampering due to aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices causing multiple issues.
• 10133147Jan 28, 2013Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on tire radial force variation.
• 10133143Jan 25, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on suspected tampering on vehicles modifications for identifying non GM ECM calibrations.
• 10060404Jan 23, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10133125Jan 14, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)
• 10112716Jan 14, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a ticking noise when driving above 30 miles per hour in third and fourth gear. Technician will need to replpace the Reaction Carrier, Low and Reverse Roller Clutch Race, and the Low and Reverse Roller Clutch.
• 10112702Jan 8, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308.
• 10246688Jan 1, 2013Body and structure. F/CMVSS NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL - Possible Missing Secondary Hood Latch
• 10069938Jan 1, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063365Jan 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112697Dec 27, 2012Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308.
• 10138538Dec 20, 2012Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
• 10113849Dec 20, 2012Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
• 10059983Dec 18, 2012Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10138542Dec 17, 2012Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on rotating the steering column plate to correct a click/clunk noise when turning due to the toe stud being in the wrong position
• 10138541Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10113846Dec 17, 2012Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on rotating the steering column plate to correct a click/clunk noise when turning due to the toe stud being in the wrong position
• 10113843Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10112687Dec 17, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10112677Dec 14, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
• 10112641Dec 12, 2012Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
• 10138547Dec 11, 2012Body and structure. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on installing new rivets on the accessory tonneu cover to correct a customers comments on the cover seeming loose
• 10113841Dec 11, 2012Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on installing new rivets on the accessory tonneu cover to correct a customers comments on the cover seeming loose
• 10112635Dec 10, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a ticking noise when driving above 30 miles per hour in third and fourth gear. Technician will need to replace the Reaction Carrier and the Low and Reverse Roller Clutch.
• 10138545Dec 7, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
• 10113837Dec 7, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
• 10138556Dec 4, 2012Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
• 10113831Dec 4, 2012Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides a descritption of operation of the echo control and noise cancellation settings for concernc regarding noice drop outs during calls and muffled sound.
• 10246687Dec 1, 2012Body and structure. F/CMVSS NONCOMPLIANCE RECALL - Possible Missing Secondary Hood Latch
• 10071173Dec 1, 2012Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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