2016 Chevrolet Corvette Technical Service Bulletins

1,462 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette. 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.

• 10178291Jun 2, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
• 10176648May 28, 2020Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on Clicking/Ticking Sound/Noise Heard During Cold Start and that this should be considered a normal characteristic.
• 10176650May 27, 2020Engine. This informational bulletin explains the normal noises an engine may make when the ambient temperature outside is cold or the vehicle has sat for a few hours.
• 10176647May 27, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
• 10176326May 21, 2020Engine. This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
• 10176649May 20, 2020Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10176623May 19, 2020Equipment, Suspension. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the left side rear axle housing cover to correct a condition of Warble Noise from the Rear of the Vehicle.
• 10176607May 8, 2020Equipment, Engine, Fuel system. This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 10176310May 8, 2020Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in driving and fuel use. Due to the surplus of winter grade fuel sitting in storage (pipelines/stations) the EPA is waiving the fuel vapor requirement. This will extend the use of…
• 10176644May 7, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
• 10176306May 7, 2020Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the part numbers for the internal wiring harnesses for the 8 speed RWD transmissions are not listed in the Electronic Parts Catalog. Technicians are to refer to the information provided in this document to obtain the internal wiring harness part numbers by application.
• 10176646May 6, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
• 10176632May 5, 2020Fuel system, Engine. This informational bulletin explains to the tech on how to order a new fuel injector by matching the part number on the part and ordering it from the EPC.
• 10176300May 5, 2020Equipment, Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the use of air leak diagnostic test tool CH-52250 in addition to the information found in the service manual.
• 10176651May 4, 2020Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to repair the valve lifter oil manifold and/or lifters to correct the customers concern of engine misfire, ticking noise and/or MIL Illuminated.
• 10175850Apr 29, 2020Tires, Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10175853Apr 28, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
• 10174861Apr 27, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. 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…
• 10175771Apr 20, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Normal Radio Display Operation ? Display Does Not Remain Off at Times After Being Turned Off in Settings and no parts should be replaced due to this condition.
• 10175855Apr 14, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
• 10175852Apr 3, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the interiors of GM vehicles.
• 10175748Apr 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to validate if the parking pawl actuator is not working as intended, causing the parking pawl to engage while driving.
• 10174304Mar 31, 2020Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin explains to the technician that when using wiring repair labor operations, additional information may be needed when submitting Global Warranty transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10174266Mar 30, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. This technical bulletin provides information for new transmission oil to use and a procedure for exchanging the old fluid and adding the new fluid to correct a shake/shudder during light throttle acceleration condition.
• 10174273Mar 24, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Manual Transmission Stalling, Clutch Chatter or Hard Shifting into 1st Gear/Reverse and Automatic Transmission Vibration on Launch or Engine Noise.
• 10174302Mar 20, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the interiors of GM vehicles.
• 10174303Mar 18, 2020Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
• 10174305Mar 17, 2020Engine cooling. This informational bulletin explains the normal noises an engine may make when the ambient temperature outside is cold or the vehicle has sat for a few hours.
• 10174306Mar 9, 2020Back-over prevention (rear camera), Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to repair the valve lifter oil manifold and/or lifters to correct the customers concern of engine misfire, ticking noise and/or MIL Illuminated.
• 10174299Mar 6, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10174300Mar 4, 2020Tires. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Use of Nitrogen Gas in Tires.
• 10173674Mar 4, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the part numbers for the internal wiring harnesses for the 8 speed RWD transmissions are not listed in the Electronic Parts Catalog. Technicians are to refer to the information provided in this document to obtain the internal wiring harness part numbers by application.
• 10174301Mar 3, 2020Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration ? Customer Concern Not Duplicated (CCND) Labor Operation Numbers.
• 10174307Mar 2, 2020Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program Information.
• 10173416Feb 28, 2020Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services (including Flushing Services and Additives) and the Proper use of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
• 10173398Feb 28, 2020Engine, Equipment. This diagnostic tip provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
• 10173393Feb 28, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians and customers on steam/vapor coming from the front grille or radiator area.
• 10173415Feb 27, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration ? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
• 10173414Feb 26, 2020Tires, Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• 10172811Feb 26, 2020Engine, Fuel system. This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
• 10173418Feb 14, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Essential Tools that include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only).
• 10173417Feb 14, 2020Equipment, Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles.
• 10172773Feb 14, 2020Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GMs policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
• 10172772Feb 11, 2020Engine. This technical bulletin provides repair information for replacement of the drive belt tensioner to correct a customer concern for a rattle noise at 48 km/h (30 mph) to 64 km/h (40 mph) when the engine is switching between V4 and V8 and/or they notice fluid leaking from the bellow on top of the tensioner.
• 10172784Feb 7, 2020Equipment, Engine. This Bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 10173396Feb 4, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Manual Transmission Stalling, Clutch Chatter or Hard Shifting into 1st Gear/Reverse and Automatic Transmission Vibration on Launch or Engine Noise.
• 10172305Feb 4, 2020Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact PARTECH and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
• 10171881Jan 31, 2020Equipment, Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on Characteristics of Wide Low Aspect Ratio Tires, Vehicle Pulls Left or Right, Wanders, Follows Depressions in Road Surface, Tramlining.
• 10171318Jan 31, 2020Electrical 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.
• 10172294Jan 29, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessories ? Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.

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