2011 Chevrolet Equinox Technical Service Bulletins

1,767 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. 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.

• 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.
• 10112856Feb 12, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an engine oil leak that appeared as they were driving the vehicle in extremely cold ambient temperatures. The technician may find the oil leak is coming from the rear main seal. Technician will need to check for proper thermostat operation by following thermostat Diagnosis as outlined in Service…
• 10114119Feb 6, 2013Electrical system. 12312 - Customer Satisfaction Program. GM recently introduced into production a software update for the oil life monitor system that will enhance the way the engine oil is monitored and is providing it to customers who do not have this updated software.
• 10060000Feb 6, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10254235Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Loud Rattle Noise on Startup, Rattle Noise Stops in 3 Seconds or Less.
• 10254234Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Loud Rattle Noise on Startup, Rattle Noise Stops in 3 Seconds or Less.
• 10247755Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC Blows Cold Due To Low System Voltage
• 10247100Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC Blows Cold Due To Low System Voltage
• 10246677Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Customer Satisfaction Program - Oil Life Monitor Update. Eql;uipped with 2.4L Engine (LAF/LEA)
• 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.
• 10070837Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062872Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10051906Feb 1, 2013Engine. Buick/chevrolet/gmc: engine is makes rattling noise when starting up and is intermittent, and is heard in camshaft position actuator due to engine shut down and oil pressure not allow to camshaft position actuator. Models 2011-2012 lacrosse, regal, equinox, orlando, terrain.
• 10051891Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/saab: some vehicles have floor mats that are difficult to fully seat on carpet side retainer due to floor retainer being broken and various breakpoints for style of retainer and because different styles or designs not interchangeable and contains non matching retainers. Models 2010-13 lacrosse, srx, 2011-13 regal, cruze, equinox, volt, terrain, 9-4x, 2012-13 verano, sonic, 2008-13 cts…
• 10133156Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on replacement for the auxiliary floor mat retainer due to the floor mat retainer won't seat on the carpet.
• 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.
• 10133133Jan 17, 2013Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on high feature V6 timing chains kits and chain guide replacements.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10112726Jan 16, 2013Electrical system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have excessive oil consumption and/or that they have to add oil between oil changes. Technician should reprogram the Engine Control Module with the latest TIS2web calibrations to adjust the engine oil life monitor to a maximum of 7,500 miles. Technician should also inspect for any obvious oil leaks that may explain…
• 10133126Jan 15, 2013Seat belts. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on properly repositioning the seat belt webbing/latch plate due to becoming twisted.
• 10133125Jan 14, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)
• 10112714Jan 14, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have excessive oil consumption and/or that they have to add oil between oil changes. Technician should reprogram the Engine Control Module with the latest TIS2web calibrations to adjust the engine oil life monitor to a maximum of 7,500 miles.
• 10133121Jan 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on Control Solenoid Valve and Transmission Control Module Assembly Reprogramming with SPS
• 10112708Jan 10, 2013Electrical system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0690 set in the Engine Control Module. Technician should update the Engine Control Module with the latest calibration in Tis-2-Web to address the concern.
• 10133120Jan 9, 2013Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on communication interface module replacement.
• 10133119Jan 8, 2013Engine cooling. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on components that must be transferred over from the original engine for the Ecotec 2.4L.
• 10112700Jan 4, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a loud tick or rattle noise under the hood at all operating conditions. Technician will need to check the lower and oil pressure to the upper end oil pressure. Technician will need to inspect the oil feed orifice in the cylinder head. Technician will clean out and debris found in the orifice.
• 10245792Jan 3, 2013Other or unknown, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Accessory Power Outlet and Trailer Lighting Fuse Replacement Labor Operation N1720 Fuse Replacement
• 10133115Jan 2, 2013Air bags, Exterior lighting. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on the driver airbag light is flashing in the cluster and/or the passenger airbag ON indicator does not illuminate when the passenger is present when the SDM setup has not been completed after reprogramming.
• 10254206Jan 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10253617Jan 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Harsh 2-3 Shift.
• 10247710Jan 1, 2013Engine cooling, Other or unknown. Reprogram ECM.
• 10247055Jan 1, 2013Engine cooling. Reprogram ECM.
• 10070872Jan 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063387Jan 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063386Jan 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062885Jan 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10098721Dec 20, 2012Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the ecm for concerns regarding a loud rattle noise on start up that stops in 3 seconds or less.
• 10138539Dec 19, 2012Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on the release of 3 high feature v6 timing chain part kits. To help ease the ordering of large amounts of parts during service.
• 10113848Dec 19, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the release of 3 high feature v6 timing chain part kits. To help ease the ordering of large amounts of parts during service.
• 10112695Dec 18, 2012Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have excessive oil consumption. Technician will need to update the Engine Control Module with the latest calibration in Tis-2-Web. Technician will also perform an oil consumption test by following the latest version of bulletin 01-06-01-011.
• 10138541Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 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.

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