2019 Chevrolet Equinox Technical Service Bulletins

1,006 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2019 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.

• 10165885Sep 11, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates the possible setting of B101D-39 in the OnStar module and advises of over the air software update to resolve the concern.
• 10166235Sep 9, 2019Engine, Engine cooling. N192266090 03 - Customer Satisfaction Program. On certain vehicles, Dealers are to install a charge air cooler retainer kit. the charge air cooler outlet may become disconnected from the throttle body. A malfunction indicator light (MIL) will set on the instrument panel and a reduced engine power message will illuminate followed by reduced engine power. One or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes may be…
• 10166624Sep 6, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Intermittent OnStar Inoperative, DTC B101D-39, Red LED and Clock Date Time Inaccurate.
• 10166621Sep 5, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Speedometer and Tachometer Reading Inaccurately.
• 10165868Sep 5, 2019Forward collision avoidance. This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert".
• 10165865Sep 4, 2019Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with additional information on the functionality of Lane Keep Assist. Starting with 2016 model year Lane Keep Assist Regular Production Option Code (UHX) replaced Lane Departure Warning Regular Production Option Code (UFL). Lane Keep Assist is designed to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle from drifting out of a driving lane…
• 10165448Aug 30, 2019Equipment. N192266090 02 - Service Update. On certain 2019 model year Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles, the charge air cooler outlet may become disconnected from the throttle body. A malfunction indicator light (MIL) will set on the instrument panel and a reduced engine power message will illuminate followed by reduced engine power. One or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes may be present…
• 10165447Aug 30, 2019Equipment. N192266090 01 - Service Update. On certain 2019 model year Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles, the charge air cooler outlet may become disconnected from the throttle body. A malfunction indicator light (MIL) will set on the instrument panel and a reduced engine power message will illuminate followed by reduced engine power. One or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes may be present…
• 10165446Aug 29, 2019Equipment. N192266090 - Service Update. On certain 2019 model year Chevrolet Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles, the charge air cooler outlet may become disconnected from the throttle body. A malfunction indicator light (MIL) will set on the instrument panel and a reduced engine power message will illuminate followed by reduced engine power. One or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes may be present: P0172…
• 10165133Aug 27, 2019Body and structure. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field to measure the gap between the tail lamp and the body side to determine the root cause of the condition. As a result, this information will be used to develop/validate a field fix.
• 10165080Aug 26, 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.
• 10165127Aug 23, 2019Electrical system. This preliminary information bulletin provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
• 10165092Aug 23, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of an intermittent blank or flickering driver information center (DIC).
• 10165087Aug 23, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
• 10165118Aug 22, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Displays Climate Off Message or HVAC Popup Displays Different Settings.
• 10164780Aug 22, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles headrest monitors shutting off intermittently when closing driver door. Dealers should not replace any parts for this concern. Dealers should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
• 10164779Aug 22, 2019Steering. 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.
• 10164778Aug 22, 2019Brakes. This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely and advises engineering is investigating the concern.
• 10164776Aug 21, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the charge air cooler pipe connection becoming disconnected from the throttle body causing a reduced power issue and one or more of the following trouble codes P0172, P0299, P0101, P0506, P1101.
• 10165084Aug 20, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Loss of Phone Pairing or Favorites, Last Setting of Volume, Station, App, and Audio Settings Change When Vehicle Shuts Down in Demo Mode and that this is considered a normal characteristic of the vehicle in demo mode.
• 10165126Aug 19, 2019Equipment. This bulleting provides Wiring, Terminal and Connector Repair Information including how to determine the Service Part Number in eSI and how to locate the part(s) in the EPC.
• 10165134Aug 16, 2019Engine cooling. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on warranty parts for complete canister assemblies that apply to the DTC codes specified and has leak conditions. Engineering is determining a root cause and developing a Field Fix.
• 10165112Aug 16, 2019Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to locate and repair the engine wiring harness.
• 10166605Aug 15, 2019Electrical system, Engine. A loss of electrical connection, which may result in loss of engine power.
• 10165121Aug 15, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
• 10165122Aug 13, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10165123Aug 12, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information on Some vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
• 10164763Aug 12, 2019Equipment. This PI was written to inform dealers of a condition where a "Climate off" message will be displayed on the screen even thought the HVAC system is fully operational. Dealers are also informed that engineering is working on a solution
• 10165096Aug 9, 2019Equipment. This Technical bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Radio Software Version V805 Over-the-Air Update Release.
• 10165130Aug 7, 2019Engine cooling. This engineering information (EI) ends the need for information from the field on a condition of 3 second long crank time before the engine starts after the vehicle has been sitting at least 20 minutes. If a vehicle is encountered with this condition, refer to SI for further diagnosis.
• 10165079Aug 5, 2019Steering. This technical bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.
• 10163897Jul 31, 2019Equipment, Engine. This informational bulletin provides instruction on what may be the cause of the oil leak depending on location and which seal to use to fix it.
• 10163687Jul 30, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the charge air cooler pipe connection becoming disconnected from the throttle body causing a reduced power issue and one or more of the following trouble codes P0172, P0299, P0101, P0506, P1101.
• 10163900Jul 26, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides process information for the (GWM) and (WPC) parts return program.
• 10163885Jul 22, 2019Fuel system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a flutter or thump noise from rear of vehicle.
• 10163910Jul 11, 2019Engine cooling. Some customers may note a Check Engine Light related to the evaporative emission canister performance. Technicians may find the following DTCs set: • P0442 • P0455 • P0446 • P0449 • P0498 This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on warranty parts for complete canister assemblies that apply to the DTC codes specified and has leak conditions. Engineering is determining a root…
• 10164117Jul 9, 2019Air bags, Exterior lighting, Steering. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the RHD steering wheel clock spring if found with a LHD clock spring installed.
• 10162171Jun 28, 2019Brakes. This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely and advises engineering is investigating the concern.
• 10162170Jun 28, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the radiator lower mount that sounds as if it is coming from behind the front wheels.
• 10162169Jun 28, 2019Body and structure. This preliminary information explains a potential issue engineering is investigating into water intrusion into the door passthrough connector and effecting door functions.
• 10163272Jun 26, 2019Equipment. The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
• 10163268Jun 26, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
• 10163261Jun 26, 2019Fuel system. This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
• 10163211Jun 26, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a ticking or popping noise at roof rail assist handle(s).
• 10162159Jun 26, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates information to dealers advising certain Over the air updates and USB updates have been temporarily suspended.
• 10163266Jun 25, 2019Equipment, Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
• 10163260Jun 25, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10163193Jun 25, 2019Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
• 10162148Jun 24, 2019Visibility (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.
• 10162147Jun 20, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the charge air cooler pipe connection becoming disconnected from the throttle body causing a reduced power issue and one or more of the following trouble codes P0172, P0299, P0101, P0506, P1101.

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