2018 Chevrolet Equinox Technical Service Bulletins

1,338 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10161885May 9, 2019Engine cooling, Engine, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the HVAC case with the redesigned part.
• 10161929May 8, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GM's policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
• 10161931May 7, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to perform a quick test to check if the DPF is the cause of excessive soot from the tailpipe.
• 10160987May 7, 2019Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
• 10160983May 6, 2019Equipment, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is missing needle bearings. Be sure to clean the oil drains to retrieve the needle bearings. Each roller rocker has 66 bearings.
• 10161907May 2, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Use of Dealer Case Management (DCM) and Being Prepared for Contacting U.S. Technical Assistance (TAC).
• 10161895May 2, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a click or tick noise coming from the rear of the vehicle at low speeds, when AWD is engaged.
• 10161976May 1, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to a loose rear wiper arm.
• 10160702Apr 30, 2019Electrical system, Steering. This preliminary information is created to make the service technician aware of a condition where the ground for the steering module may not have a sufficient ground path.
• 10160701Apr 30, 2019Body and structure, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the radiator lower mount that sounds as if it is coming from behind the front wheels.
• 10160420Apr 29, 2019Tires. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on tires are not meeting tread depth expectations, or wearing out (reaching 2/32”) too quickly.
• 10160086Apr 26, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information and operating tips for the hands free lift gate.
• 10160690Apr 24, 2019Fuel system, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer an issue where the vehicle's engine may crank over unprompted and not start afterward. This is the result of hooking up the Active Fuel Injector Tool incorrectly on vehicles equipped with a direct fuel injection system. This Preliminary information instructs the dealer of a repair kit they received that will prevent this issue when installed correctly.
• 10160688Apr 24, 2019Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have may a helicopter type noise when a rear window is lowered. This is a normal characteristic of this vehicle, but the concern can be minimized by lowering a front door glass approximately 1 to 2 inches.
• 10160682Apr 23, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the steps on diagnosing the concern. Customer's sunroof operation intermittent, bind, noise, auto-reverse, and/or water leaks.
• 10160678Apr 18, 2019Steering, Electrical system. This preliminary information is created to make the service technician aware of a condition where the ground for the steering module may not have a sufficient ground path.
• 10160419Apr 18, 2019Engine, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Start/Stop Performance, Hesitation From a Stop, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P0132 and/or P0138 Set.
• 10160672Apr 16, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Navigation radio does not have a global positioning system location but OnStar is able to accurately locate the vehicle. Technician should check the installation of the COAX cables to be router correctly. Technician will gain access to the Radio or Human Machine Interface depending on the vehicle build. Install…
• 10160421Apr 16, 2019Equipment, Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information to the tech to discard the PCV drain tube when working on the lower area of the engine.
• 10160662Apr 12, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
• 10160653Apr 10, 2019Engine. This Preliminary information communicates noises are considered to be normal operating characteristics of the vehicle when shut off. It will not impact the designed performance or reliability of the vehicle.
• 10160633Apr 2, 2019Engine, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. The Global Architecture electrical system associated with these vehicles does not allow controller swaps between vehicles.
• 10160137Apr 2, 2019Engine. This engineering information PI ends the need for information from the field on reduced engine power, DTC P0299 set.
• 10160133Apr 2, 2019Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides normal operating characteristics and diagnostic information on Manual transmissions.
• 10160135Apr 1, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10160132Apr 1, 2019Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10160128Apr 1, 2019Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to also program the ECM when replacing the O2 Sensors.
• 10158820Mar 28, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides to inspect and clean the grounds that may cause the customers MIL concern.
• 10158819Mar 28, 2019Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to change the oil if excessive fuel has been found in the oil and the cause of the DTC set. Also replacing the PCV valve in camshaft cover and updating the ECM with latest software.
• 10158864Mar 26, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
• 10158808Mar 26, 2019Brakes. This Technical bulletin provides information for rear brake pad replacement to correct a squeak type noise heard from the rear brakes when cold.
• 10158859Mar 25, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on interior cleaning products and what is offered to clean the interiors of GM vehicles.
• 10158855Mar 25, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
• 10158867Mar 22, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10158861Mar 22, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10158857Mar 22, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the dealer technician to gather as much information to help aid Engineers by completely filling out requested reports.
• 10158870Mar 20, 2019Engine cooling, Equipment. This engineering information PI ends the need for information from the field on a oil leak from the oil pan.
• 10158848Mar 19, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a accessory front floor liner warped, bent inward.
• 10158825Mar 19, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This technical bulletin proves a procedure to update the rear infotainment monitors if found the cause of the audio concerns.
• 10158810Mar 19, 2019Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the charge air cooler due to moisture getting inside of it and causing a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with DTC P0300 and/or P0299/P2227.
• 10156939Mar 19, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.
• 10158876Mar 18, 2019Engine, Electrical system. This engineering informational bulletin ends the need for information from the field on a Condition of Engine Running Rough and/or Check Engine Light Illuminated, DTCs P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304 Set.
• 10158874Mar 18, 2019Equipment. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information to check the shutters through the grille opening of the vehicle. If snow and/or ice is present on the active grille air shutters, take pictures and submit through the Field Reporting Process.
• 10158812Mar 18, 2019Electrical system. This Technical bulletin provides information on updated software for the side object sensor module to address a Service Side Detection Message in DIC and DTC U0155.
• 10159557Mar 15, 2019Fuel system. N182199610 - Customer Satisfaction Program. Certain vehicles may have a condition in which the high-pressure fuel pump may crack and potentially leak fuel. This may occur over time with vehicle usage. If a fuel leak occurs, the customer may notice an odor. If the fuel leak is unaddressed, the vehicle may fail to start, exhibit reduced engine power, or lose propulsion. This will display a message on the Driver…
• 10158871Mar 15, 2019Equipment, Engine cooling. This engineering information PI ends the need for information from the field on a oil leak from the oil pan.
• 10158863Mar 15, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive finish".
• 10158862Mar 14, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.
• 10158822Mar 13, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of an intermittent blank or flickering driver information center (DIC).
• 10156929Mar 13, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.

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