2016 Chevrolet Trax Technical Service Bulletins

1,115 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Trax. 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.

• 10140392Aug 21, 2017Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of water intrusion onto the headliner and/or into overhead of cabin.
• 10137727Aug 21, 2017Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
• 10137724Aug 16, 2017Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that have excessive oil consumption, blue smoke from the exhaust, or a Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician should inspect the PVC orifice for leaking oil or drawing a vacuum at idle. If the PCV orifice external port is leaking oil or vacuum, replace the camshaft cover assembly.
• 10140373Aug 15, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides to the technician, locations to check for possible loose or damaged electrical connections that may set a DTC instead of just replacing a part.
• 10137714Aug 11, 2017Electrical 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…
• 10137713Aug 11, 2017Electrical 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…
• 10137710Aug 10, 2017Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers that the Bezel on the shifter can be serviced separately.
• 10137705Aug 9, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of various concerns when using Bluetooth components. Technician should use the Preliminary Information to gather information from the customer on their Bluetooth device and the concern they are having before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
• 10140296Aug 7, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10140297Aug 2, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on warranty and policy exchange program for electronic products for U.S. and Canada dealers only.
• 10126081Jul 31, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
• 10126083Jul 28, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers and technicians about the 1.4L turbocharged engine use two different suppliers for the oil filter housing which results in two different filters being used.
• 10126113Jul 25, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on Information on How to Prevent Inadvertent Vehicle Starting from Key Fob or OnStar Mobile Application and where to locate the information for future use.
• 10126068Jul 25, 2017Electrical 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.
• 10126065Jul 25, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10126111Jul 24, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides to the tech the new version of SPS that will prompt warnings when trying to reprogram modules that have been already reprogrammed.
• 10108645Jul 19, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
• 10126079Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a musty odor, wet carpet and/or water leaking on the driver side floor.
• 10114082Jul 18, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10108624Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on GM offering the Android Auto feature upgrade for 2016 and 2017 model year vehicles and how to proceed with reprogramming the vehicles to include this application for use.
• 10108618Jul 18, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information that the TPM sensors must always be relearned when accessory wheels are installed on the vehicle.
• 10108610Jul 18, 2017Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the condensor to correct a customer concern that the air conditioning is not getting cold enough, or is blowing warm air due to a block off plate that was mis-positioned during their manufacturing process.
• 10114072Jul 13, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the…
• 10114071Jul 12, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10118290Jun 30, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10118289Jun 29, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates the location of the antenna during the Pre-Delivery Inspection process. Technician will find the antenna on the left hand trim pocket.
• 10118265Jun 15, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will not retain the previous settings and will go to the Home Icon screen when the vehicle is restarted. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is currently evaluating this concern.
• 10118261Jun 14, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. The technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0299 or P0234 set.
• 10118256Jun 12, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System.
• 10118254Jun 8, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. The technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0299 or P0234 set.
• 10118233Jun 2, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.
• 10137665May 23, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
• 10137637May 22, 2017Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install a PCV heater and a front fascia blocker to correct the turbo charger system from freezing causing cold weather performance issues.
• 10137600May 22, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed Aluminum Wheels.
• 10137680May 19, 2017Brakes. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the normal characteristic of instrument panel red brake light intermittently comes on.
• 10137601May 17, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on engine surfaces.
• 10137605May 15, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
• 10137679May 10, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera). This preliminary information bulletin provides information to the customer that the rear vision camera only shows 3/4 of the radio display screen and is a normal characteristic in which no parts are to be replaced for this condition.
• 10137653May 10, 2017Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the difference in oil filters and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
• 10137640May 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
• 10137635May 10, 2017Equipment, Fuel system. 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.
• 10137602May 4, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
• 10137603May 2, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10114043Apr 27, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on Wireless Charging Module Diagnosis.
• 10113978Apr 26, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
• 10113980Apr 21, 2017Equipment. ?
• 10114027Apr 19, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Non-Design Intent Wheel Lock Nuts and Lug Nuts.
• 10113993Apr 18, 2017Equipment. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits.
• 10114015Apr 13, 2017Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the HVAC temperature control inoperative, or of a notable variance in temperature performance.
• 10114048Apr 12, 2017Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

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