2016 Chevrolet Volt Technical Service Bulletins

1,335 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10123276Oct 23, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, thatthey may be working onaconcern of a rattle or pop noise during gas engine start. That if no codes or other symptoms are present, do notattempt repairs at this time. To advise the customer that GM Powertrain is aware of this concern and working on a resolution.
• 10134572Oct 18, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the RCDLR for vehicles with multiple concerns regarding the door remote controls and TPM sensors due to an internal concern within the RCDLR.
• 10123264Oct 17, 2017Electrical system, Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates a posible loss of 12 volt power to the fuel pump drive module. This is to point the dealer at a possible lose terminal in the instrument panel fuse panel
• 10123263Oct 17, 2017Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Shift to Park message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1AEE, P1AEF, P1AF0, P1AF2, and P1E22. Technician will need to replace the transmission. Technician will need to review the latest version of PIP5321 for the Volt and PIP5390 for the Malibu.
• 10123252Oct 13, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. 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…
• 10134593Oct 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
• 10123235Oct 11, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates more information to help diagnoseP1AEE and P1AEF. It Gives 3 possible reason for the codes to set and areas to look.
• 10123227Oct 5, 2017Electrical 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.
• 10134595Oct 3, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10123222Oct 3, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 10190339Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Original Equipment Batteries Part Number and ACDelco Replacement Battery Approved Warranty Part Numbers Correct battery cold cranking amperage (CCA) ratings and type are critical for proper test results when using the EL-50313. Access to the battery specification label, which contains the OEM part number and CCA rating and type, may be difficult without component removal. Refer to the table below for the original…
• 10190338Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
• 10190337Oct 1, 2017Suspension. Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
• 10190320Oct 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
• 10190318Oct 1, 2017Electrical system. All or Some Options May Be Missing from Driver Information Center (DIC) “Info Pages” Menu Due to Them Not Being Selected Condition Some customers may comment that with the “Info” option selected from the main menu (1), the “Info Pages” are blank (2) when scrolling up and down.
• 10190231Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Intermittent Operation of Key Fobs, Door Unlock Inoperative “No Remote Detected” Message with Possible TPM MIL Some customers may comment on intermittent loss of Key Fob and/or Passive Entry, Passive Start functions. This may be accompanied with a “No Remote Detected” message on the DIC.
• 10190229Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Shake and/or shudder during light throttle acceleration between 40 and 128 km/h (25 and 80 mph) at a steady state.
• 10157041Sep 28, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical…
• 10159570Sep 20, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10157020Sep 20, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2.
• 10157018Sep 20, 2017Fuel system, Tires, Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
• 10157007Sep 15, 2017Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that they may be working on a concern of a rattle or pop noise during gas engine start. That if no codes or other symptoms are present, do not attempt repairs at this time. To advise the customer that GM Powertrain is aware of this concern and working on a resolution.
• 10159575Sep 14, 2017Electrical system. This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10159572Sep 14, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.
• 10157003Sep 13, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of the timing chain tensioner gasket being improperly installed or mis-positioned after major engine repairs causing a low engine oil pressure and dtc p06DE.
• 10157002Sep 13, 2017Electrical system, Engine cooling, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the High Voltage Drive Motor Battery and Battery sections have been placed on part restriction by General Motors Technical Assistance. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10157001Sep 13, 2017Equipment, Engine, Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that they may be working on a concern of a rattle or pop noise during gas engine start. That if no codes or other symptoms are present, do not attempt repairs at this time. To advise the customer that GM Powertrain is aware of this concern and working on a resolution.
• 10159569Sep 12, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10156999Sep 11, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
• 10159578Sep 7, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10156990Sep 6, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
• 10159574Sep 5, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10156988Sep 1, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that if the latest calibration have been installed per 17058 and Service Information for the P2097 fails to isolate the cause, do not attempt repairs at this time. To return the vehicle to the customer and to advise that GM is aware of this concern and working on a resolution.
• 10140293Aug 31, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine Damage.
• 10140298Aug 30, 2017Equipment. The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
• 10137751Aug 30, 2017Engine, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician related to vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. A technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 set as current or history. The technician is advised to install the latest Calibrations into the T6 Power Inverter Module.
• 10137748Aug 29, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to look for other codesP0AEE, P0AF3, P0BD2, P0BD7, P0BDC, P0BE1 if a customer comes in with a Mil Request.
• 10137745Aug 29, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with inspection and repair instructions for vehicles with a no start/no propulsion condition that is setting a DTC P0A0C for the high voltage interlock circuit.Technician will reprogram the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 to resolve the concern.The HPCM2 will then ignore the interlock circuit and P0A0C will no longer be a valid DTC for the vehicle
• 10137744Aug 29, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the 5ET50 electric variable automatic transmission assembly and component 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.
• 10140406Aug 23, 2017Body and structure, Equipment. Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.
• 10137729Aug 21, 2017Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates diagnostic tip information related to P2119. It advises the technician that this code will not illuminate the MIL or cause reduced engine power conditions. That the throttle body should not be replaced base solely on this code. To follow SBD related to any symptom that the vehicle may have.
• 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.
• 10137709Aug 10, 2017Equipment, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the drive motor generator control module 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.
• 10137708Aug 10, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician the Battery Charge Module 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.
• 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.
• 10137702Aug 3, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates that engineering is working on a fix for P3260.
• 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.
• 10114092Jul 26, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers on how to diagnose and repair the vehicle if it setsDiagnostic trouble codes P0AC4 (ECM) and P2797 (HPCM)

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