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.

• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
• 10112882Feb 26, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will shut off intermittently after a cold start or after cycling of high load devices such as rear de-fogger. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
• 10112870Feb 19, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that intermittently the Instrument Panel Cluster may go inoperative and the only thing working is the check engine light or the Instrument Panel Cluster backlighting intermittently flashes on and off. Technician should inspect fuse F26DA in the Instrument Panel fuse block for a spread terminal and a damaged fuse…
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
• 10112855Feb 12, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have loose terminals in the Instrument Panel Fuse Block and is seeking direction since Service Information Indicates the terminals are not serviceable. Technician can be replace the terminal using Terminal 2-964284-1 which can be found in the J38125 Terminal Kit and is in Lear Tray 25.
• 10112848Feb 6, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have oil consumption or blue smoke from the exhaust. Technician will need to inspect the engine oil level and inspect the positive crankcase ventilation hoses, turbo housing, spark plugs, cylinders, intake manifold and air ducts for signs of excessive oil. Technician will also need to follow the latest versions of…
• 10059999Feb 6, 2013Air bags. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112841Feb 4, 2013Engine, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a concern with diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0016, or P0017 in the engine control module after a repair involving the camshaft actuators. There is a unique black plastic oil sleeve that is between the end of the cam actuator and the camshaft. This sleeve directs oil into the actuator to adjust the timing.
• 10059957Feb 4, 2013Air bags. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10246964Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Intermittent IPC Backlight Flash Or IPC Inoperative Code U0155 May Be Set
• 10245877Feb 1, 2013Steering, Air bags. Intermittent Airbag Warning Light Illuminated ? Replace Steering Wheel Airbag Coil
• 10245876Feb 1, 2013Steering, Air bags. Intermittent Airbag Warning Light Illuminated ? Replace Steering Wheel Airbag Coil
• 10112835Feb 1, 2013Engine, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a concern with diagnostic trouble codes P0011, P0014, P0016, or P0017 in the engine control module after a repair involving the camshaft actuators. There is a unique black plastic oil sleeve that is between the end of the cam actuator and the camshaft. This sleeve directs oil into the actuator to adjust the timing.
• 10073588Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073175Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071548Feb 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071544Feb 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070897Feb 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069912Feb 1, 2013Air bags. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069911Feb 1, 2013Air bags. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063461Feb 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063452Feb 1, 2013Engine, Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10051937Feb 1, 2013Engine. Chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: after removal or replacement of cam actuator, by technician, one or more dtcs in ecm, p0011, p0014, p0016, p0017 are caused by missing actuator oil sleeve. Models 2012 sonic, 2011-2012 cruze, 2009-2011 aveo, 2009-2010, wave, g3, 2008-2009 astra.
• 10051891Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/saab: some vehicles have floor mats that are difficult to fully seat on carpet side retainer due to floor retainer being broken and various breakpoints for style of retainer and because different styles or designs not interchangeable and contains non matching retainers. Models 2010-13 lacrosse, srx, 2011-13 regal, cruze, equinox, volt, terrain, 9-4x, 2012-13 verano, sonic, 2008-13 cts…
• 10050279Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Chevrolet: the oil feed pipe needs checking and replaced. If restricted, and turbocharger assembly should be removed and replaced, and the ecm should be verified for latest calibration to allow turbocharge to cool, to reduce likelihood of oil coking oil feed pipe. Models 2011-2012 cruze, sonic. *pe updated 4/22/13.
• 10043482Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Chevrolet: the ipc may be intermittently inoperative while check engine light works. *pe updated 4/22/13.
• 10112760Jan 31, 2013Equipment, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve parts restriction has ended. Dealer can now order the parts directly through your Parts Department without General Motors Technical Assistance Center authorization.
• 10133156Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on replacement for the auxiliary floor mat retainer due to the floor mat retainer won't seat on the carpet.
• 10060405Jan 29, 2013Body and structure, Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
• 10133149Jan 28, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on suspected tampering due to aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices causing multiple issues.
• 10133147Jan 28, 2013Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on tire radial force variation.
• 10133143Jan 25, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on suspected tampering on vehicles modifications for identifying non GM ECM calibrations.
• 10112741Jan 25, 2013Electrical system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Engine Control Module has ended no longer be on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through the normal Customer Care and Aftersales parts process.
• 10133135Jan 23, 2013Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a repair for the starter positive battery cable terminal contact.
• 10133134Jan 22, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to turn the transport mode on/off message that is displayed in the DIC and/or battery light is flashing.
• 10112732Jan 21, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about melted plastic piece in the engine block deck that may be found when performing mechanical engine repairs. If the Technician finds melted or distorted oil feed restrictor orifice is found, engine replacement is required at this time.
• 10133131Jan 16, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to turn the transport mode on/off message that is displayed in the DIC and/or battery light is flashing.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10133126Jan 15, 2013Seat belts. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on properly repositioning the seat belt webbing/latch plate due to becoming twisted.
• 10133125Jan 14, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)
• 10060393Jan 11, 2013Steering, Air bags. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133115Jan 2, 2013Air bags, Exterior lighting. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on the driver airbag light is flashing in the cluster and/or the passenger airbag ON indicator does not illuminate when the passenger is present when the SDM setup has not been completed after reprogramming.
• 10245834Jan 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Suspension. Service Update for Inventory and Customer Vehicles Rattle or Clunk Noise During Turns or Driving Over Bumps
• 10245752Jan 1, 2013Equipment. Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing (Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)
• 10245751Jan 1, 2013Equipment. Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing (Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)
• 10071524Jan 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071514Jan 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069891Jan 1, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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