2012 GMC Acadia Technical Service Bulletins

1,587 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 GMC Acadia. 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.

• 10112960Apr 9, 2013Fuel system, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will need to perform an injector balance or Active Fuel Injector Tester prior to going further. Technician will also need to check for a small leak in the exhaust if published Service…
• 10130619Apr 8, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 10-00-89-017Z to include updated information.
• 10114141Apr 5, 2013Engine cooling. 13079 - Customer Satisfaction Program. Vehicles may have leaks from the water pump shaft seal. These leaks are often due to vehicle operation with a low engine coolant level. Proper maintenance of the engine coolant level will increase shaft seal reliability and help ensure that the water pump operates as intended. Dealers are to check the engine coolant level and, if necessary, add the proper mixture of coolant…
• 10060430Apr 5, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10130615Apr 4, 2013Body and structure. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on Left Rear Side Door Molding Loose at Front Edge, Contacting Rear Edge of Left Front Door or Side Door Molding.
• 10130611Apr 3, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin is for information on COAX Repair Kit Availability. Revised from PI0572A
• 10247657Apr 1, 2013Electrical system, Air bags, Other or unknown. Diagnostic Tip - Driver Information Center (DIC) Switch Buttons Are Inoperative.
• 10246712Apr 1, 2013Engine cooling. CSP-Water Pump Shaft Seal Leaks. Equipped with HFV6 Engine (LY7, LLT)
• 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
• 10245767Apr 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. Diagnostic Tips for Steering Gear Boot Stains, Perceived Fluid Leak from POWER Steering Gear End Seals
• 10245296Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip - Driver Information Center (DIC) Switch Buttons Are Inoperative.
• 10071607Apr 1, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062899Apr 1, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10052213Apr 1, 2013Engine cooling. Buick/chevrolet/gmc/saturn: see document search button for owner letter. Some vehicles are experiencing low low engine coolant level, causing leakage from water pump shaft seal and need to be checked. Models 2009-2013 enclave, traverse, acadia, 2009-2010 outlook.
• 10134685Mar 28, 2013Steering. This informational bulletin provides a procedure to replace the steering gear boot clamps to correct the customers concern of what appears to be an oil leak.
• 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, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. 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, Tires, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on aftermarket ALSL or DLC devices causing multiple issues due to suspected tampering.
• 10134662Mar 19, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. 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)
• 10112921Mar 19, 2013Electrical system, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access…
• 10134660Mar 15, 2013Engine. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for reprogramming the ECM to eliminate lack of power and/or hesitation from a stop and/or engine noise.
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134650Mar 7, 2013Engine. This informational bulletin provides information for installing a camshaft timing chain kit on the high feature V6.
• 10112898Mar 7, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 10134647Mar 5, 2013Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information for installing a camshaft timing chain kit on the high feature V6.
• 10112892Mar 5, 2013Exterior lighting, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on and or the battery going dead overnight. Technician may find a 4.1 ampere draw. Technician will need to back out pin 1 of connector 2 at the Body Control Module and see if the draw goes away. If the draw goes away, check for an aftermarket accessory that is…
• 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, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10247664Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. Service Engine Soon MIL With P1682 And/Or Battery Draw And/Or No Start.
• 10246911Mar 1, 2013Wheels, Back-over prevention (rear camera). EBCM Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Aid for ABS Message
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245794Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Information on High Feature V6 Timing Chain Kits and Chain Guide Replacements, DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016, P0017, P0018 and/or P0019
• 10245793Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Information on High Feature V6 Timing Chain Kits and Chain Guide Replacements, DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016, P0017, P0018 and/or P0019
• 10245303Mar 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. Service Engine Soon MIL With P1682 And/Or Battery Draw And/Or No Start.
• 10134639Mar 1, 2013Equipment, Other or unknown. This informational bulletin provides information to inform the dealers od special procedures necessary when towing a trailer or when towing the vehicle behind a recreational vehicle.
• 10071585Mar 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071570Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052023Mar 1, 2013Engine. Gm: some vehicles may have a lack of power or power of hesitation from a stop paired with an engine noise.
• 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.
• 10112858Feb 13, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon and may also have an oil or coolant leak. Technician may find coolant or oil in a spark plug tube. If the Spark Plug Tube is leaking and it is determined that the oil or coolant is not coming from a leak above the spark plug then replace the cylinder Head, spark plug and coil.
• 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.
• 10112846Feb 5, 2013Electronic stability control, Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the rear end has a sway feeling in the rear while switching lanes at highway speeds. Technician should follow all published Service Information diagnostics for the concern. Also inspect the rear suspension components for signs of damage or looseness and inspect the rear toe adjustment bar bushings with the…

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