2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

1,406 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. 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.

• 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.
• 10156947Mar 22, 2019Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. Technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean. Fender wheel-opening heights are related to, but distinct from, trim height. The front wheel-opening height is known as P height, and the rear wheel-opening height is known as R…
• 10156942Mar 20, 2019Equipment, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that the Serial Data Gateway Module (SDGM) may report "Crash Sense Failed" and the 300v Hybrid Battery Contactors will remain open until the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module's (HPCM) High Voltage (HV) DTCs are reset. And How to Reset.
• 10158863Mar 15, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with "conductive finish".
• 10158858Mar 7, 2019Fuel system, Equipment. 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.
• 10156912Mar 6, 2019Engine cooling, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and or P0430 stored. Technician should be advised that the catalytic converter efficiency Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and P0430 are disabled for the first…
• 10158860Mar 5, 2019Equipment, Engine cooling. This informational bulletin explains the normal characteristics of exhaust noise during active fuel management when in Three or Four Cylinder Mode.
• 10158838Mar 1, 2019Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on a normal engine operating condition for faster emission warm up time.
• 10154638Feb 28, 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.
• 10155073Feb 26, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealer with information on what to do when requesting a new key code for the customer.
• 10154312Feb 21, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that a whine noise heard from the automatic transmission fluid pan hear with the the key on and engine off, or for up to one minute after the vehicle has been shut off should be deemed a normal characteristic.
• 10154306Feb 19, 2019Engine 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.
• 10154299Feb 18, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
• 10154641Feb 15, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10154297Feb 14, 2019Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer an issue where the vehicle's inspection and maintenance monitors along with diagnostic trouble codes may reset unprompted due to the installation of an aftermarket fuel pump control module.
• 10155069Feb 12, 2019Brakes, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for aftermarket trailer brake controller added to their vehicle, OR in lieu of the factory integrated trailer brake controller (ITBC) (RPO JL1).
• 10155072Feb 8, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides information on Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the Transport Mode message On and Off.
• 10154289Feb 8, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary Information document advises technicians that a condition may occur with the listed vehicles where the radio clock may not display the time. Dealer technicians are advised to contact General Motors TAC for further instructions for a temporary repair until Engineering has developed the permanent repair. The listed Cadillac and Corvette RPO codes do not have a temporary repair at this time as…
• 10154628Jan 31, 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).
• 10154625Jan 31, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on comebacks prevention information and using customer concern verification sheets (CCVS).
• 10155055Jan 29, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a listing of the parts availability for coax repair procedures and what is needed to complete some repairs.
• 10155051Jan 23, 2019Wheels. This informational bulletin explains the wheel Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
• 10154629Jan 18, 2019Electrical system. This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10154627Jan 14, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10155010Dec 21, 2018Equipment. This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns Not duplicated (CCND).
• 10154604Dec 17, 2018Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency…
• 10154601Dec 17, 2018Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
• 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.
• 10154595Dec 13, 2018Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides steps the technician will take to repair a no crank/no start concern with a diagnostic trouble code of B009F in the Serial Data Gateway Module equipped with Regular Production Option code HP2. The vehicle may exhibit a no crank or no start, or a Service Hybrid message with no codes. The technician will inspect the High Voltage Circuit Impact Detection sensor for…
• 10155013Dec 10, 2018Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin provides technicians with information on available BCM calibrations to restore bulb outage detection on vehicles produced by a second stage manufacturer (Upfitter), and/or turn signals flash fast after factory box removed.
• 10154575Dec 10, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealers not to over look a possible leak from the Yoke,
• 10154572Dec 7, 2018Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates of a program update to fix a bump when stopping
• 10154570Dec 7, 2018Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps on how to diagnose vehicles with a no crank with multiple Diagnostic Trouble Codes set in several different modules with Regular Production Option Code HP2. Technician will retrieve all the Diagnostic Trouble Codes that are set current in the vehicle. When there are multiple Diagnostic Trouble Codes technician may wonder were to start…
• 10154566Dec 6, 2018Engine 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.
• 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.
• 10154554Dec 3, 2018Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a P0C28 will not cause a No Crank. also covers a Serail number for bad Aux pump module
• 10154552Dec 3, 2018Engine cooling. This preliminary information document communicates a tip on the way to diagnose possible induction or exhaust air leaks using the evaporative emission cart smoke machine and ultrasonic leak detector tools.
• 10151877Nov 26, 2018Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have water or dust from the openings under the bed rails near the stake pockets. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
• 10151874Nov 26, 2018Body and structure, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with weight capacity for the tailgate and cargo loops in the bed.
• 10151869Nov 21, 2018Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
• 10151868Nov 21, 2018Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about being unable to receive OnStar ?Over The Air? updates. Technician will need to press the OnStar button and verify they have an active account and that the call connects with data and location.
• 10151839Nov 14, 2018Body and structure, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communicates an issues with the headliner sagging and how to reattach the velcro using Hardman Double Bubble Epoxy part number 04001.
• 10151832Nov 13, 2018Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle HVAC system does not always respond to requests for changes in air delivery or temperature from the HVAC controls. The technician may find that the HVAC control module will communicate with the scan tool but the HVAC door data actual counts will read 0 counts. The dealer is directed to ensure there is 12V on circuit 300…
• 10147401Oct 23, 2018Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates
• 10147382Oct 16, 2018Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308.

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