2019 Chevrolet Malibu Technical Service Bulletins

883 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2019 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.

• 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.
• 10163667Jul 19, 2019Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.
• 10163880Jul 18, 2019Brakes. This Bulletin provides information, tips and graphics regarding specific Hybrid vehicle hydraulic brake system failures, emphasizing disc brake caliper guide pin failures.
• 10163903Jul 12, 2019Electrical system. This engineering information PI ends the need for information from the field to visually inspect the wiring harness and X5 connector that is plugged directly into the UBEC for signs of a thermal event.
• 10163657Jul 9, 2019Lane departure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have Service Front Camera, Service Lane Departure Warning, and Service Lane Keep Assist Message. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1008 Sym 4B set. Technician will need to check the windshield to ensure it is not aftermarket. Technician will also check for anything that may impair the front view…
• 10163653Jul 9, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Shift to Park message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1AEE, P1AEF, P1AF0, P1AF2, and P1E22. Technician will need to replace the transmission. Technician will need to review the latest version of PIP5321 for the Volt and PIP5390 for the Malibu.
• 10162164Jun 27, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the T01 transmission control module has been place on a part restriction. Dealers are to contact the Product Quality Center before replacing the transmission control module.
• 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, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10162159Jun 26, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates information to dealers advising certain Over the air updates and USB updates have been temporarily suspended.
• 10162157Jun 26, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the VT40 transmission has been place on a part restriction. Dealers are to contact the Product Quality Center before replacing the transmission assembly.
• 10163266Jun 25, 2019Engine, Equipment. 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.
• 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.
• 10162140Jun 19, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a misfire occuring due to a broken center insulator on the spark plug.
• 10163251Jun 14, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Sirius XM Radio Stations Missing or SXM Favorites Greyed Out.
• 10162124Jun 13, 2019Electrical 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.
• 10162122Jun 12, 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.
• 10163263Jun 11, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not when replacing a module.
• 10162120Jun 11, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a misfire occuring due to a broken center insulator on the spark plug.
• 10163237Jun 10, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians and customers on steam/vapor coming from the front grille or radiator area.
• 10163215Jun 6, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This 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.
• 10161941May 29, 2019Engine cooling, Engine, Electrical system. 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.
• 10161880May 29, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on the process to disable and enable passive unlocking.
• 10161932May 21, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
• 10161890May 21, 2019Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Hesitation or Low Power due to false knock detection and/or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated, DTC P2096 / P2097 Set.
• 10161039May 21, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10161038May 21, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates information to dealers advising certain Over the air updates and USB updates have been temporarily suspended.
• 10161968May 20, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
• 10161037May 20, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates that a customer may complain of when a Bluetooth call is received the ringing will be continuous for the rest of the drive cycle . It may be noted that this only seems to occur when using an Android device on OS 9.0. This may be caused by a software concern in the phone. The dealer is instructed that the phone manufacturer is working on a software update to resolve the…
• 10161973May 16, 2019Seats. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field to determine a root cause for a condition of drivers seat track will not adjust forward and/or backwards and becomes seized. This PIE revision adds the Acadia, XT5, Traverse and Enclave Models.
• 10161972May 16, 2019Electrical system. This engineering information PI is requesting information from the field to visually inspect the wiring harness and X5 connector that is plugged directly into the UBEC for signs of a thermal event. This EI revision updates the Subject and Condition.
• 10161019May 15, 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".
• 10161014May 13, 2019Engine, Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates A vehicle may have a concern of running poor and stalling. No trouble codes may be set referencing this condition. Fuel trims around -20% may be observed on both banks. Engine oil level will be found over full and have a fuel odor. It will be found that the Engine oil is diluted with fuel. Small gas engines (SGE) May only have the engine oil level over full and have a fuel…
• 10161906May 9, 2019Tires. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
• 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.
• 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).
• 10160690Apr 24, 2019Engine, Fuel system. 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.
• 10160680Apr 18, 2019Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with inspection and repair instructions for vehicles with Service Engine Soon lamp when locking, unlocking, going into gear, and when vehicle is running. If service rear camera message on the divers information center, address U-type DTC's stored prior to diagnosing DTC P175F stored in the Transmission Control Module. Technician will inspect…
• 10160127Apr 18, 2019Equipment. This Technical bulletin provides procedure information for dealers/technicians on Radio Software Version V803 Over-the-Air Update.
• 10160426Apr 17, 2019Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Rear Tail Lamp Turn Signal Intermittently/Temporarily Flashes Quickly at Low Temperatures and that the tail lamp is functioning as intended.
• 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.
• 10160666Apr 15, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that First Responder Guides for General Motors vehicles can be accessed via the web at http://www.gmstc.com. or http://www.nfpa.org/
• 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.
• 10160133Apr 2, 2019Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides normal operating characteristics and diagnostic information on Manual transmissions.
• 10160401Apr 1, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the drive motor generator control module restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center has ended.
• 10160135Apr 1, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.

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