2012 Chevrolet Volt Technical Service Bulletins

1,849 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt. 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.

• 10247061Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
• 10245938Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. OnStar Module Does Not Support All B101D Symptom Codes.
• 10073885Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070544Dec 1, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070504Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070111Dec 1, 2014Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069961Dec 1, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10056835Dec 1, 2014Engine cooling. Cadillac: when servicing any of the cooling systems on the cadillac, chevrolet &opel ampera vehicles it is important to use the proper coolant and water mixture. *lj updated 2/25/15.
• 10056607Dec 1, 2014Engine. Chevrolet/cadillac: with engine unavailable and propulsion power reduced, check engine light is illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1b03, p0c01, p0c4e and rough operation with engine running. Model 2014-2015 elr, 2011-2015 volt.
• 10050239Dec 1, 2014Steering. Buick/chevrolet/gmc/opel: power steering assistance malfunctions while either turning left or right. Models 2012 opel ampera, volt, 2013 lacrosse, regal, equinox, malibu, terrain, opel insignia. *pe updated 08/1/2013 *js updated 11/25/2013 *js updated 1/13/15.
• 10043667Dec 1, 2014Electrical system. Chevrolet: gm tac has placed, on restriction, the drive motor generator control module part, known as pim. *pe model 2011-2014 volt, 2014 elr. Updated 10/15/14. *pe updated 02/25/15
• 10114271Nov 25, 2014Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the JOB CARD, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; Service manager approvals and transaction authorization; Details of concern, cause and correction; Labor Time; Technician ID and acoutablity of labor time; Proper documentation and retension of warranty parts; Accurate sublet charges and receipts; Add on…
• 10114270Nov 25, 2014Equipment. This warranty bulletin provides labor operation numbers for customer concerns that can't be duplicated.
• 10114759Nov 24, 2014Equipment. 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.
• 10114748Nov 24, 2014Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
• 10114746Nov 21, 2014Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on or engine misfire, rough idle, extended crank, or crank no start in some cases. Technician will need to perform published Service Information diagnostics. If technician finds carbon an upper engine and valve cleaning should be performed.
• 10114267Nov 21, 2014Fuel system. This informational bulletin provides information on top tier fuels and what brands are available.
• 10081067Nov 19, 2014Steering. 14232 - special coverage. Some vehicles may have increased friction in the steering system. This could cause the steering wheel to stick in the straight-ahead position after driving long distances on a straight highway. The steering wheel can be turned but it may require increased effort. Dealers are to 1) replace the steering gear on 2010-2012 model year vehicles; or 2) reprogram the power steering control module…
• 10114262Nov 18, 2014Brakes. This informational bulletin explains a normal condition for what and how the drive line can clunk.
• 10114260Nov 18, 2014Forward collision avoidance. This information bulletin explains the use of drilling high strength steel in a collision repair and the GM recommended CryoCobalt Drill bit.
• 10114244Nov 7, 2014Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to turn the transport mode message of and reset the battery light flashing.
• 10114711Nov 6, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the T18 Battery Charger part number 22799689, 24265980 and 24270696 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.
• 10114243Nov 6, 2014Equipment. This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to replace both outter mirriors in the customers concern is a wind buffeting noise when the windows operate.
• 10114705Nov 4, 2014Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The…
• 10114240Nov 3, 2014Equipment. This informational bulletin helps the technician quick reference repairs to bulletins as opposed to replacing parts that may be un necessary.
• 10114239Nov 3, 2014Equipment. This warranty bulletin clarifies the use of dealer empowerment to satisfy the customer.
• 10253579Nov 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wind Buffeting (Noise) when Power Windows Operated.
• 10253169Nov 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. DTC P0335 And Or P0336 Stored In The T6 Power Inverter Module.
• 10253159Nov 1, 2014Electrical system. T18 Battery Charge Module.
• 10252163Nov 1, 2014Equipment. XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
• 10250082Nov 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Information on Driveline Clunk Noise
• 10248748Nov 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. Special Coverage Adjustment ? Power Steering Stick-Slip
• 10247063Nov 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
• 10246569Nov 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Information on Driveline Clunk Noise
• 10245951Nov 1, 2014Equipment. Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
• 10245760Nov 1, 2014Equipment. Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing (Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)
• 10069965Nov 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069963Nov 1, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069292Nov 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10057600Nov 1, 2014Electrical system. General motors 2011-2015 chevrolet volt, 2012-2015 opel ampera, 2014 cadillac elr: preliminary information regarding (erev) dtc p0336 stored in the t6 power inverter module(hpcm).
• 10057599Nov 1, 2014Electrical system. General motors: 2011-2015 chevrolet volt, 2014-2015 cadillac: pi regarding elr battery charge module(obcm) part restriction. Please discard pi 4845d.
• 10135367Oct 31, 2014Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles with a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code P0335 and or P0336 stored in the Power inverter module. Technician will need to inspect G113 if the ground eyelet is not tight replacing the bolt with a shorter bolt.
• 10135356Oct 30, 2014Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
• 10114328Oct 30, 2014Equipment. This information for Warranty administration - Changes the Service Policy and Procedures Section 1.6.2.11 and now is refered to Article 3.2.9 of the 1st addition manual for details of Technician Identification and Accounting of Labor Time
• 10114309Oct 23, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
• 10135344Oct 21, 2014Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the terminated leads for X51L Left Instrument Fuse block, X51R Right Instrument Fuse block, and X53 Rear Fuse block. Dealer can order the terminated leads through the Warranty Parts Center.
• 10135343Oct 21, 2014Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Drive Motor Generator Control Module part number 24266807 is being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10135342Oct 20, 2014Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.
• 10135337Oct 17, 2014Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The…
• 10114299Oct 17, 2014Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the IPC.

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