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.

• 10155002Dec 14, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides service procedure information for dealers/technicians on Radio Software Version V509 Over-the-Air Update.
• 10154975Dec 14, 2018Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
• 10155014Dec 13, 2018Equipment. 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).
• 10155009Dec 13, 2018Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
• 10154579Dec 11, 2018Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a crank no start or extended crank condition due to exhaust cam reluctor being out of position.
• 10154571Dec 7, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Malibu 5ET50 Hybrid Transmission and Component has a part restriction program. The dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center (Technical Assistance Center) for further assistance.
• 10155012Dec 5, 2018Equipment, Seats. This informational bulletin provides information for information on passenger presence sensing system (PPS or PSS) concerns with custom upholstery, accessory seat heaters or other comfort enhancing devices.
• 10155011Dec 5, 2018Electrical system. This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not when replacing a module.
• 10155008Dec 5, 2018Tires. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on The tires supplied with a new vehicle are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the Bumper-to-Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• 10154564Dec 5, 2018Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the high pressure fuel pump roller follower pin walking out and making contact with cylinder head causing the ignition timing to be serverly retarded on acceleration causing lack of power, sluggishness or hesitation on acceleration.
• 10154978Dec 4, 2018Equipment, Steering. This informational bulletin provides information for the customer to pair their phone in order for the push to talk button on the steering wheel control to work.
• 10151876Nov 26, 2018Body and structure, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of mildew odor or water on front floor on either side of the vehicle. Technician will gain access to the front wheelhouse of the affected side. The front wheel house flange may have a void in the sealer causing water to leak through and accumulate on the floor or wet carpet will be found.
• 10151851Nov 15, 2018Lane departure, Vehicle speed control. This Preliminary information communicates that a vehicle may exhibit a Adaptive Cruise Control Unavailable and/or Lane Keep Assist Unavailable message. The technician may attempt to program the Active Safety Control Module (ASCM) and encounter a code E4399. The technician is advised if he encounters this concern to zero the MIC counter by placing the vehicle into and back out of "Transport Mode".
• 10151826Nov 9, 2018Transmission 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.
• 10155101Nov 5, 2018Equipment. This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formally known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 10151820Nov 5, 2018Equipment, Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the high pressure fuel pump roller follower pin walking out and making contact with cylinder head causing the ignition timing to be serverly retarded on acceleration causing lack of power, sluggishness or hesitation on acceleration.
• 10155107Nov 2, 2018Engine, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of engine RPM - rough/fluctuation at idle during high A/C load.
• 10149060Oct 30, 2018Transmission 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.
• 10147393Oct 22, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Malibu 5ET50 Hybrid Transmission and Component has a part restriction program. The dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center (Technical Assistance Center) for further assistance.
• 10147380Oct 15, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the T01transmission control module hasbeen place on a part restriction. Dealers are to contact the Product Quality Center before replacing the transmission control module.
• 10147363Oct 9, 2018Equipment, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician where to find the engine identification tag and what information on that tag to use during programming of someengine control modules.
• 10147361Oct 9, 2018Engine, Electrical system, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the drive motor generator control module is being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10147360Oct 9, 2018Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have unwanted engine flairs while the vehicle is at steady state speed or while the vehicle is slowing. Dealer should communicate to the customer this behavior is a normal operating characteristic of the 5ET50/MKV drive unit.
• 10147359Oct 9, 2018Transmission 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.
• 10147358Oct 9, 2018Engine, Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a crank no start or extended crank condition due to exhaust cam reluctor being out of position.
• 10147340Oct 1, 2018Transmission 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.
• 10145496Sep 19, 2018Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a crank but engine does not start concern.Technician will use this publication to reset the battery low state of charge concern after extended crank where the vehicle will no longer crank anymore and the cause of the no start concern is repaired.If Diagnostic Trouble Code P0AFA is the only Diagnostic Trouble…
• 10145493Sep 18, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Malibu 5ET50 Hybrid Transmission and Component has a part restriction program. The dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center (Technical Assistance Center) for further assistance.
• 10145474Sep 11, 2018Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the High Voltage Drive Motor Battery restriction has offically ended
• 10145471Sep 10, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the VT40transmissionhasbeen place on a part restriction. Dealers are to contact the Product Quality Center before replacing the transmission assembly.
• 10144465Aug 20, 2018Equipment. 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.
• 10144459Aug 16, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the CVT250transmissionhasbeen place on a part restriction. Dealers are to contact the Product Quality Center before replacing the transmission assembly.
• 10141354May 15, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the timing chain tesnioner gasket being improperly installed or mis-positioned after major engine repairs causing a low engine oil pressure and dtc p06DE.

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