2017 Chevrolet Colorado Technical Service Bulletins

1,507 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 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.

• 10190242Nov 1, 2017Electrical system. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P3409 and/or P3433 Condition Some customers may comment that the MIL is illuminated. The technician may find one or more of the following DTCs set: • P3409 • P3433 Cause This condition may be caused by a wiring issue with both/either the cylinder 2 deactivation solenoid oil control valve circuit and/or the cylinder 5 deactivation solenoid oil control valve circuit…
• 10135134Nov 1, 2017Suspension. 17345 - Service Update. Certain vehicles equipped with a high wider performance chassis package (RPO ZR2), may have a leaking front shock absorber, noise as a result of contact between the upper control arm and service stop, as well as a potential fractured shock absorber piston rod. Dealers are to inspect the label on the bottom of the front shock absorbers, and if necessary, replace the front shock absorber.
• 10135133Nov 1, 2017Electrical system, Engine cooling. 17337 - Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall involving certain vehicles, equipped with a diesel engine. The engine control module in these vehicles may not properly diagnose a fault in the exhaust particulate matter sensor. Additionally, a subset of these vehicles, certain vehicles, may in rare instances exhibit a condition in which the engine surges up to 2,800 RPM…
• 10123289Oct 30, 2017Electrical system. 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. Changes to Preliminary informationinclude adding MY2018, advising of calibration for previous investigation and adding pictures to identify concern.
• 10134636Oct 27, 2017Body and structure. This engineering information is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Loose, Missing, or Lifting.
• 10134583Oct 27, 2017Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inspect the wires and/or replace the Valve Rocker Arm Oil Control Valves if the DTCs listed are set.
• 10134594Oct 25, 2017Equipment, Engine. This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
• 10134621Oct 24, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10134618Oct 23, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information to the customer on the radio display "info pages" being blank and to make sure to select in the "active info pages" menu.
• 10134592Oct 23, 2017Electrical system. The information in this bulletin details the proper configurations for the ignition key, fob, key tags, key rings, key ring sizes and applying a QR code sticker or barcode sticker to a key fob.
• 10123274Oct 20, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates additional diagnosticsand repairto assist in resolving a malfunction indicator lampillumination due to any combination of diagnostic trouble codes P0068 P0101 P0106 P0171 P0131 P0137 P0324 P0326 P0331 P0506.
• 10123270Oct 20, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Product Quality Center has a part restriction for the 8L45 and 8L90 park actuator rod. The dealer technician is advised to call the GM Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10134612Oct 17, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera). This informational bulletin provides information to the customer about the rear camera guidelines not being present at times due to the VBM taking over the rear camera option.
• 10123260Oct 16, 2017Exterior lighting. This Preliminary Information communicates the steps on diagnosing the concern of theaccessory off road lamps are inoperative after installation.
• 10134607Oct 13, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This engineering informational bulletin ends the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Harsh, Delayed, and/or Improper Shifts.
• 10123252Oct 13, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency…
• 10123246Oct 13, 2017Suspension, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnosing the concern and the repair rattle noise coming from the engine bay.
• 10123245Oct 13, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the battery is discharged overnight. Technician will need to inspect X301 for bent pins as shown below. Repair or replace terminals as needed.
• 10134593Oct 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
• 10123236Oct 11, 2017Electrical system, Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2016, 2017 and 2018 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyons equipped with the 2.8L Diesel engine Regular Production Option Code (LWN) E98 Engine Control Module part numbers 55487860, 55501366, 55502052 and 55485591 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General…
• 10134635Oct 6, 2017Equipment. This engineering information is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of the A/C blows warm after driving, blows warm intermittently or A/C is inoperative.
• 10123229Oct 6, 2017Electrical system, Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2016, 2017 and 2018 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyons equipped with the 2.8L Diesel engine Regular Production Option Code (LWN) E98 Engine Control Module part numbers 55487860, 55501366, 55502052 and 55485591 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General…
• 10123227Oct 5, 2017Electrical system. 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.
• 10134634Oct 4, 2017Equipment. This engineering information is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of the A/C blows warm after driving, blows warm intermittently or A/C is inoperative.
• 10134604Oct 4, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of a Torque Converter Shudder.
• 10134595Oct 3, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10123222Oct 3, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
• 10190499Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Engineering Information – A/C Blows Warm After Driving, Blows Warm Intermittently or Inoperative Condition Important: If the customer did not bring their vehicle in for this concern, DO NOT proceed with this EI. Some customers may comment that the A/C blows warm after driving, blows warm intermittently or A/C is inoperative. Cause GM Engineering is attempting to determine the root cause of the above condition.
• 10190498Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Engineering Information — AC Blows Warm After Driving, Blows Warm Intermittently or inoperative Condition Important: If the customer did not bring their vehicle in for this concern, DO NOT proceed with this EI. Some customers may comment that the A/C blows warm after driving, blows warm intermittently or A/C is inoperative. Cause GM Engineering is attempting to determine the root cause of the above condition.
• 10190377Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Body and structure. Engineering Information — Roof Panel Joint Finish Molding Loose, Missing or Lifting Condition Important: If the customer did not bring their vehicle in for this concern, DO NOT proceed with this EI. Condition Important: If the customer did not bring their vehicle in for this concern, DO NOT proceed with this EI. Some customers may comment on the roof panel joint finish molding loose, missing, or lifting. Cause GM…
• 10190369Oct 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Engineering Information – Proceed Only if Diagnostics and Root Cause Activities Have Determined A Transmission Assembly Replacement
• 10190339Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Original Equipment Batteries Part Number and ACDelco Replacement Battery Approved Warranty Part Numbers Correct battery cold cranking amperage (CCA) ratings and type are critical for proper test results when using the EL-50313. Access to the battery specification label, which contains the OEM part number and CCA rating and type, may be difficult without component removal. Refer to the table below for the original…
• 10190338Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
• 10190337Oct 1, 2017Suspension. Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
• 10190336Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Information for Fleet Vehicles – Ignition Key, Fob and Key Rings Configuration Some Customers are bundling multiple keys, fobs, and key tags together on a single crimped loop or a cable. This practice may result in unintended key rotation, and should be discontinued immediately. The information in this bulletin details the proper configurations for the ignition key, fob, key rings and key tags and applying a QR…
• 10190321Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Information for Fleet Vehicles – Ignition Key, Fob and Key Rings Configuration Some Customers are bundling multiple keys, fobs, and key tags together on a single crimped loop or a cable. This practice may result in unintended key rotation, and should be discontinued immediately. The information in this bulletin details the proper configurations for the ignition key, fob, key rings and key tags and applying a QR…
• 10190320Oct 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
• 10190318Oct 1, 2017Electrical system. All or Some Options May Be Missing from Driver Information Center (DIC) “Info Pages” Menu Due to Them Not Being Selected Condition Some customers may comment that with the “Info” option selected from the main menu (1), the “Info Pages” are blank (2) when scrolling up and down.
• 10190267Oct 1, 2017Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip for Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P249D, P249E, U029D, U029E Set Some customers may comment that the MIL is illuminated. The technician may find one or more of the following DTCs set: • U029D • U029E • P249D • P249E Note: The graphic above depicts an example of a torn and missing seal. • Moisture intrusion past a damaged (1) seal located in the connector for the NOx sensor wiring…
• 10190241Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Intermittent Pop Noise from Speakers Followed by a Reset of Radio and Clock Condition Some customers may comment on an intermittent pop noise from the speakers, followed by a reset of the radio and clock. Upon inspection, the technician will not find any codes stored. Cause - This may be due to an internal radio concern. Correction - If this concern is experienced, replace the radio assembly.
• 10190229Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Shake and/or shudder during light throttle acceleration between 40 and 128 km/h (25 and 80 mph) at a steady state.
• 10157041Sep 28, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical…
• 10159623Sep 26, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information of a possible misfire that may happen from incorrect camshafts being installed in the reman engines.
• 10159579Sep 26, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin advises the technician not to change the crankshaft balancer if it has the illusion of a wobble or vibration appearance.
• 10159630Sep 21, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of a Torque Converter Shudder.
• 10159570Sep 20, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10157020Sep 20, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2.
• 10157018Sep 20, 2017Fuel system, Tires, Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
• 10159575Sep 14, 2017Electrical system. This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10159572Sep 14, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.

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