2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

644 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 GMC Sierra 1500. 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.

• 10137833Jul 16, 2014Equipment, Engine cooling. This information bulletin advises of a new tool used to aid in installing Duramax glow plugs.
• 10248444Jun 30, 2014Equipment. Vehicle Recalls
• 10126308Jun 26, 2014Suspension. This informational bulletin was created to aid the technician in diagnosing the difference between a shock or strut that has a fluid residule from a possible external source from a leaking shaft seal.
• 10126301Jun 24, 2014Equipment. This preliminary bulletin explains to the technician to use the vin when reprogramming the radio using the techline/service programming systems.
• 10126291Jun 18, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure on how to reset the power folding mirriors after they been folded manually, to fix the customers concern of the mirriors shaking or fluttering at normal driving speeds.
• 10126285Jun 16, 2014Equipment. This preliminary bulletin provides procedures on how to reset or refresh the XM radio receiver is the customers states that they only get a few channels.
• 10126280Jun 13, 2014Equipment. This preliminary bulletin provides a information to the dealer for the requirements need for equipment.
• 10126275Jun 5, 2014Equipment. This information bulletin provides dealers with more information on how to better prep a vehicle for pre-delivery.
• 10126273Jun 5, 2014Engine cooling. This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to install a new design upper intake manifold with a new MAP sensor relocated to prevent ice build up and setting code P0106.
• 10125933Jun 3, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0601, P0603, P0604, P062F or P1621 stored in the Transmission Control Module. Technician will need to ensure that the Diagnostic Trouble Codes are set in the Transmission Control Module. If the Diagnostic Trouble Codes are only set…
• 10248477Jun 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Reduced Air Flow From HVAC Vents.
• 10247767Jun 1, 2014Equipment. Unwanted Alarm Sounding (GM Accessory Inclination Sensor Mounting)
• 10247738Jun 1, 2014Body and structure. Whistle Noise From Drivers Side A Pillar Area.
• 10247674Jun 1, 2014Electrical system. Service Charging System Message Or Low Volt Gauge Reading After Cold Start.
• 10247673Jun 1, 2014Electrical system. Service Charging System Message Or Low Volt Gauge Reading After Cold Start
• 10247112Jun 1, 2014Equipment. Unwanted Alarm Sounding (GM Accessory Inclination Sensor Mounting)
• 10247083Jun 1, 2014Body and structure. Whistle Noise From Drivers Side A Pillar Area.
• 10245313Jun 1, 2014Electrical system. Service Charging System Message Or Low Volt Gauge Reading After Cold Start.
• 10245312Jun 1, 2014Electrical system. Service Charging System Message Or Low Volt Gauge Reading After Cold Start
• 10072140Jun 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10137934May 29, 2014Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information to the technician on what parts of an engine or transmission will require the PQC to be notified.
• 10137932May 28, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. This warranty bulletin explains how to use the EL-50313 Midtronic GR8 Battery tester to test a battery and determin if it is warranty or not.
• 10137928May 22, 2014Equipment, Tires. This informational bulletin explains a normal condition of new tires may shake and vibrate for the first few miles.
• 10137927May 22, 2014Equipment, Tires. This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on tire radial force variations and how to balance a tire using the balancer.
• 10137919May 19, 2014Equipment. This informational bulletin helps the technician quick reference repairs to bulletins as opposed to replacing parts that may be un necessary.
• 10137915May 16, 2014Engine cooling. This informational bulletin explains a normal condition from changes in Exhaust Tone for Active Fuel Management Engines when in Three or Four Cylinder Mode
• 10137914May 16, 2014Equipment. This informational bulletin provides tips on how to care for the interior of the vehicle using products.
• 10137890May 2, 2014Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information to the technician on what parts of an engine or transmission will require the PQC to be notified.
• 10246624May 1, 2014Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10250013Apr 1, 2014Electrical system. High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
• 10247727Apr 1, 2014Fuel system. Bump Feel Or Clunk Noise After A Stop.
• 10247072Apr 1, 2014Brakes. Bump Feel Or Clunk Noise After A Stop.
• 10246500Apr 1, 2014Equipment, Air bags. High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
• 10247703Mar 1, 2014Other or unknown, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Removing / Disabling Rear Park Assist RPO UD7.
• 10247681Mar 1, 2014Equipment. Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
• 10245950Mar 1, 2014Equipment. Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
• 10245342Mar 1, 2014Electrical system. Removing / Disabling Rear Park Assist RPO UD7.
• 10065826Mar 1, 2014Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253174Feb 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. NQG 4WD Models With Noise Vibration On Dry Pavement.
• 10246621Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10246591Feb 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Slips in Reverse or Third, Delayed Reverse or Drive Engagement, DTC P0776, P2715,P2723, Harsh 2-3 Shifts (Inspect 1-2-3-4 / 3-5-R Housing and Pump Seal Rings)
• 10245771Feb 1, 2014Wheels, Other or unknown, Tires. Proper Wheel Installation and Wheel Torque Techniques
• 10190932Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes…
• 10190931Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Wheels. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes…
• 10112013Jan 22, 2014Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
• 10253173Jan 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. NQG 4WD Models With Noise Vibration On Dry Pavement.
• 10190934Jan 1, 2014Equipment, Body and structure. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the…
• 10190933Jan 1, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the…
• 10253632Dec 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots.
• 10245820Dec 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Special Coverage Adjustment ? Throttle Position Sensor Replacement

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