2016 GMC Savana Technical Service Bulletins

1,271 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 GMC Savana. 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.

• 10246564Feb 1, 2016Electrical system. Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Discoloration and/or Shiny Spot
• 10112302Jan 28, 2016Seats, Air bags. This informational bulletin provides Information on Passenger Presence Sensing System (PPS or PSS) Concerns with Custom Upholstery, Accessory Seat Heaters or Other Comfort Enhancing Devices
• 10112299Jan 27, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only)
• 10112294Jan 26, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the instrument panel upper trim pad for conditions of a discoloration or shiny spot
• 10112288Jan 25, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This informational buleltin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares and information on transmission fast learns
• 10112287Jan 25, 2016Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to apply dielectric grease and a piece of adhesive shim stock to the steering angle sensor connector to correct a condition of service stabilitak message displayed in DIC and DTC C0455 or C0710
• 10112277Jan 19, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ends
• 10248428Jan 14, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. Sliding Door Does Not Lock Manually and/or Outside Door Handle Breaks Off
• 10112272Jan 14, 2016Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on close coupled converters and there affect on newly installed engines or engines during there break in period.
• 10079727Jan 14, 2016Body and structure. 15800 - service update. Replace the outside door handle assembly with an improved design door handle assembly on vehicles equipped with the sliding door (rpo ya2). These vehicles may have a condition in which the sliding door will not manually lock with a key from the outside and/or the outside pull handle breaks off.
• 10246963Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units
• 10112264Jan 7, 2016Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information on removing paint stains on the under side of protective shipping film
• 10112261Jan 4, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information regarding Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules
• 10250074Jan 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares
• 10250067Jan 1, 2016Equipment. Infotainment System Will Not Return to Media After Bluetooth Call Ends
• 10248429Jan 1, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. Sliding Door Does Not Lock Manually and/or Outside Door Handle Breaks Off
• 10246561Jan 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares
• 10075016Jan 1, 2016Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10114998Dec 22, 2015Engine, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0101. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics for any Diagnostic Trouble Codes that are set.
• 10114977Dec 18, 2015Equipment. 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.
• 10075714Dec 18, 2015Engine. Some customers may comment on vehicle reduced engine power with a Service Engine message displayed. Upon inspection, a technician may find DTC P2263 set. This condition may be caused by snow or ice being ingested into the air cleaner housing and accumulating in the air cleaner element, resulting in restricted airflow into the engine.
• 10075713Dec 18, 2015Engine. Some customers may comment on vehicle reduced engine power with a Service Engine message displayed. Upon inspection, a technician may find DTC P2263 set. This condition may be caused by snow or ice being ingested into the air cleaner housing and accumulating in the air cleaner element, resulting in restricted airflow into the engine.
• 10114970Dec 15, 2015Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2016 6.6L Diesel Engine Control Module Part number 12662677 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10114969Dec 15, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides additional information to the technician when replacing the Duramax Diesel head gasket. This is a supplement to procedure found in Service Information. The left and right cylinder head gaskets are not interchangeable and will block oil and coolant passages if installed incorrectly resulting in severe damage to the engine.
• 10114968Dec 14, 2015Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have "Exhaust Fluid Low", "Exhaust Fluid Empty - Refill Now", "Exhaust Fluid Range: XXX" or "Service Exhaust Fluid - See Owners Now" on the Driver Information Center. If the technician is working on 2010 and 2011 model years campaign 11001 has now been released.
• 10114954Dec 9, 2015Fuel system, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0442. Technician will need to review Techlink article from May 2013 titled "Using the Evaporative Emissions System Tester" Technician will need to follow these steps to help diagnose the issue. First after the P0442…
• 10246600Dec 1, 2015Air bags. Information on Exhaust Fluid Range, Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor, Service Exhaust Fluid System or Service Emission System Driver Information Center Messages
• 10201124Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling, Body and structure, Transmission and drivetrain. Reduced Engine Power with Service engine message displayed and DTC P2263 Set
• 10201113Dec 1, 2015Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Side Sliding Door Handle Broken or Inability to Lock Door with Key from Outside Vehicle
• 10201104Dec 1, 2015Engine. Information on Exhaust fluid range, exhaust fluid quality poor, service exhaust fluid system or service emission system driver information Center Messages
• 10201103Dec 1, 2015Equipment, Engine. Clean Exhaust Filter see owners manual now or cleaning exhaust filter keep driving until message is cleared displayed on DIC, DTC P2463 May be set
• 10201100Dec 1, 2015Engine, Engine cooling. New Tool Availability - EN-48974-EGR Cooler Pressure Tester Adapter Set to Diagnose Duramax Diesel Engine EGR Cooler Engine Coolant Leaks into Combustion Chamber
• 10201099Dec 1, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
• 10201098Dec 1, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
• 10201097Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling, Engine. Information on Diesel Engine Ticking Noise
• 10190510Dec 1, 2015Latches, locks and linkages, Body and structure. Some customers may comment that the side sliding door handle is broken or they are unable to lock the door using the key from outside of the vehicle. Affected door handles may fail due to an unintended durability issue and/or may not have proper clearance to an anti-theft shield that was added to the design for the 2016 model year. This improper clearance may prevent the normal function of turning the key cylinder…
• 10190506Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling. Information on Exhaust Fluid Range, Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor, Service Exhaust Fluid System or Service Emission System Driver Information Center Messages
• 10190504Dec 1, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide Season Odometer Programming Methods in Use Today 1. IPC reprogramming and setup using the service programming system (SPS). 2. Odometer setup at the electronic service center (ESC) when using an exchange IPC/DIC. 3. Tech 2® – The Tech 2 is used to set up a replacement BCM, which includes loading the odometer value that is displayed and stored in the IPC.
• 10190503Dec 1, 2015Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
• 10190502Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling. Information on Diesel Engine Ticking Noise
• 10190381Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling. CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER SEE OWNERS MANUAL NOW or CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER KEEP DRIVING UNTIL MESSAGE IS CLEARED Displayed on DIC, DTC P2463 May Be Set
• 10190380Dec 1, 2015Engine cooling. Information on Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Filling Instructions, Frozen Tank Status and General Information In operating temperatures of 15°F (−9°C) or less, customers may comment on an “Exhaust Fluid Range” message displaying on the DIC even though the DEF fluid has been filled. When the DEF is frozen, the level sensor cannot determine the fluid level in the tank. If this occurs the logic of the PCM will…
• 10190379Dec 1, 2015Equipment, Engine cooling. New Tool Availability — EN-48974 – EGR Cooler Pressure Tester Adapter Set to Diagnose Duramax® Diesel Engine EGR Cooler Engine Coolant Leaks into Combustion Chamber
• 10137258Nov 30, 2015Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for technicians on the reuse of fasteners and the proper reading of torque specifications.
• 10115143Nov 30, 2015Engine 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.
• 10137255Nov 25, 2015Tires, Wheels. This informational bulletin provides additional information to the technician on how to check for Tire Radial Force Variations and the difference between balancing a flange and flangeless rim.
• 10115138Nov 25, 2015Equipment, Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer…
• 10115128Nov 23, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears to be inaccurate relative to a known distance traveled. Technician should obtain a hand-held GPS unit to test the odometer. If a hand held GPS unit is not available, the only other option is to verify the miles traveled using a surveyor's wheel or a dynamometer.
• 10115125Nov 20, 2015Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10137245Nov 19, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel regarding original equipment battery part numbers and AC Delco replacement battery approved warranty part numbers.

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