2012 Chevrolet Sonic Technical Service Bulletins

1,589 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 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.

• 10130621Apr 9, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on a concern of transmission fluid leak from torque converter housing area.
• 10130619Apr 8, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 10-00-89-017Z to include updated information.
• 10130613Apr 4, 2013Electrical system. This preliminary information bulletin provides recomandations for Intermitent Unwanted Trunk Opening While Vehicle is Parked Concern.
• 10112956Apr 4, 2013Electrical system, Equipment, Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some customers may comment that when returning to the vehicle the ignition key requires high effort or may not turn from the lock position. Technician should be advised that this model is equipped with a steering column lock. If the vehicle is turned off with the steering wheel turned it may rotate back against the steering lock…
• 10130612Apr 3, 2013Body and structure. This preliminary information bulletin provides a recomandation for Hatchback Will Not Open Using Remote and/or Keypad.
• 10130611Apr 3, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin is for information on COAX Repair Kit Availability. Revised from PI0572A
• 10254240Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Information on COAX Repair Kit Availability.
• 10247719Apr 1, 2013Other or unknown, Electrical system. Intermittent Remote Keyless Entry Inoperative.
• 10247064Apr 1, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Intermittent Remote Keyless Entry Inoperative.
• 10247051Apr 1, 2013Steering, Electrical system. Information On Steering Column Lock And Ignition Switch Hard To Rotate From The Lock Position.
• 10247050Apr 1, 2013Steering, Electrical system. Information On Steering Column Lock And Ignition Switch Hard To Rotate From The Lock Position.
• 10246987Apr 1, 2013Electronic stability control. Traction And Stability Control Indicator.
• 10246616Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10246615Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10246614Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Vehicle Software Enhancements
• 10073599Apr 1, 2013Other or unknown, Electronic stability control. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073134Apr 1, 2013Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073133Apr 1, 2013Steering, Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071620Apr 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071604Apr 1, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063964Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063379Apr 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052297Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. General motors: on some trucks and passenger vehicles, accessory power outlets (apo) and trailer lighting are common accessed electrical systems that are affected by devices that are plugged in and become inoperative due to an open fuse and no problem with vehicle identified. Models years 2010-2014 trucks and passenger. No models.
• 10112940Mar 28, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the keyless entry is inoperative. Technician should inspect the ignition key cylinder door sticks in the up position. If the door is found open do not replace the ignition key cylinder, use a Lubriplate type of lubrication spray and lubricate the ignition key cylinder door. Insert the tip of the key in and out to…
• 10134682Mar 27, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides information on Vehicle Software Enhancements for 2014 and prior GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks.
• 10134681Mar 26, 2013Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on clarification of use-dealer empowerment labor operations and customer enthusiasm.
• 10134680Mar 26, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information accessory power outlet and trailer lighting fuse replacement due to electrical systems that can be affected by devices that are plugged in by the customer.
• 10134676Mar 25, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on powertrain and various electronic/electrical control issues.
• 10134675Mar 25, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers to properly maintain vehicle in inventory.
• 10112935Mar 25, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle.
• 10134672Mar 22, 2013Seats. This informational bulletin provides information on the proper cleaning products for GM hard or plastic surfaces, seats carpet, vinyl.
• 10134671Mar 22, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Tires. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on aftermarket ALSL or DLC devices causing multiple issues due to suspected tampering.
• 10134668Mar 22, 2013Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to diagnose and replace the PCV pipe to remove the check engine light from being on.
• 10112930Mar 21, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician being unable to program fobs to the vehicle. Technician will need to ensure the key FOB is a new unit and has not been programmed to another vehicle previously.
• 10134662Mar 19, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information of suspected tampering or vehicle modifications for non-GM (Aftermarket) engine and transmission calibrations for V6 and V8 gasoline engines Using Tech 2® or global diagnostic system 2 (GDS 2)
• 10112922Mar 19, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a no crank. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1380. Technician will need to check for aftermarket part installed into the vehicle. Technician should check all the power mode voltages with the ignition switch installed. If no after-market electrical devices are found and the power modes are…
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134651Mar 8, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for a low and reverse and 1-2-3-4- clutch housing overhaul to eliminate a bump, surge or vibration at an idle in drive at a stop.
• 10134645Mar 4, 2013Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for a updated timing belt replacement.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10254207Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10247692Mar 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10246993Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip - No Crank / No Start
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245331Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10073181Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10072645Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071582Mar 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071576Mar 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052020Mar 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Gm: some customers may report a bump, surge or vibration at idle with their foot on the brake.

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