2016 Chevrolet Malibu Technical Service Bulletins

1,549 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. 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.

• 10198841May 5, 2021Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to seal the bedplate bolt #621 if found the cause of the oil leak.
• 10199238May 3, 2021Engine, Electrical system. This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
• 10198847May 3, 2021Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
• 10194079Apr 30, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
• 10194114Apr 23, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information regarding Witness Marks from Panel Adjustments Made During Manufacturing and that it is considered a normal condition.
• 10193471Apr 23, 2021Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a crank no start or extended crank condition due to exhaust cam reluctor being out of position.
• 10195126Apr 22, 2021Engine. This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
• 10193459Apr 19, 2021Equipment, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to technician's if they remove the front timing cover when performing a repair, they should inspect the timing chain guide upper bolt for being loose. This document is an attempt to collect parts so engineering can investigate the concern.
• 10190306Apr 15, 2021Brakes. Rear Brake Squeak Type Noise Involved Region or Country North America and N.A. Export Regions Condition Some customers may comment on a squeak type noise heard from the rear brakes when cold. This noise will typically occur on first brake apply when the brakes are cold. Note: This condition may not be duplicated if the brakes are warm. Correction Replace the rear brake pads.
• 10194081Apr 13, 2021Equipment. This service 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.
• 10193450Apr 12, 2021Wheels. 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.
• 10195128Apr 9, 2021Suspension. This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 10193445Apr 9, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to technician's if they remove the front timing cover when perprming a repair, they should inspect the timing chain guide upper bolt for being loose. This document is an attempt to collect parts so engineering can investigate the concern.
• 10193443Apr 9, 2021Engine cooling, Brakes, Exterior lighting. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P06DE set in the Engine Control Module. P0651 may also be set in the ECM with the P06DE. Technician must follow published Service Information diagnostics for P06DE.
• 10194085Apr 7, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Front or Rear Crankshaft Oil Leak, MIL Illuminated with DTC P1101 Set.
• 10194082Apr 7, 2021Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
• 10195149Apr 6, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information on Enhancing Field Product Reports with Digital Pictures.
• 10195127Apr 6, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10191191Mar 30, 2021Equipment. This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 10190437Mar 30, 2021Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
• 10191192Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10190431Mar 26, 2021Visibility (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.
• 10190417Mar 22, 2021Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the listed DTC's may set with or without poor engine performance.
• 10191218Mar 19, 2021Brakes. This service bulletin informs dealers that a new Power Brake Booster Vacuum Cap will need to be replaced when installing the revised Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pipe to correct DTCs being set due to misrouting of brake booster vacuum pipe.
• 10190413Mar 19, 2021Equipment. 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…
• 10191233Mar 17, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
• 10192029Mar 11, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin advises that the new transmission may require the transfer of the power inverter module.
• 10191232Mar 11, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10191207Mar 11, 2021Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
• 10191217Mar 9, 2021Equipment. 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.
• 10191206Mar 9, 2021Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10191201Mar 8, 2021Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Front or Rear Crankshaft Oil Leak, MIL Illuminated with DTC P1101 Set.
• 10191163Mar 8, 2021Steering. This service 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.
• 10191190Mar 2, 2021Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely cold weather conditions, CAC Icing, MIL Illuminated with DTCs set.
• 10188403Jan 29, 2021Suspension, Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
• 10188401Jan 29, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats warped or misshapen.
• 10187745Jan 22, 2021Engine. This service 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.
• 10187379Dec 23, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10186065Dec 23, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10187625Dec 16, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 10186104Dec 16, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 10187385Dec 11, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing an intermittent Shift to Park message displayed while vehicle is in Park.
• 10186071Dec 11, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing an intermittent Shift to Park message displayed while vehicle is in Park.
• 10187417Dec 7, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin informs the dealers The new A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack comes with a module that is incompatible with the software for 2016-2017 model years. Model years 2016-2017 will require you swap the HPCM2 (K114B - Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module 2) from the old A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack to the new A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack.
• 10186090Dec 7, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin informs the dealers The new A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack comes with a module that is incompatible with the software for 2016-2017 model years. Model years 2016-2017 will require you swap the HPCM2 (K114B - Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module 2) from the old A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack to the new A4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack.
• 10187394Dec 4, 2020Tires. This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10186080Dec 4, 2020Tires. This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10187626Dec 1, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration ? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
• 10187372Dec 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
• 10186105Dec 1, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration ? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).

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