2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

984 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 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.

• 10246571Feb 1, 2014Wheels. Refinishing Aluminum Wheels
• 10245771Feb 1, 2014Wheels, Other or unknown, Tires. Proper Wheel Installation and Wheel Torque Techniques
• 10245768Feb 1, 2014Wheels, Suspension, Tires. Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip
• 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…
• 10112045Jan 31, 2014Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that has no XM audio on certain channels but XM channel info is displayed. Technician will need to contact XM and deactivate and activate the module.
• 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.
• 10252876Jan 1, 2014Engine cooling. Engineering Information.
• 10191013Jan 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Delayed 1-2 Upshift While Driving at or Below 15 Percent Throttle Condition/Concern Some customers may comment that during the first few launches after a key cycle, they experience a delayed 1-2 upshift. If the vehicle has no diagnostic codes, the delay in the 1-2 shift may be driver induced. If the vehicle has diagnostic codes, address these diagnostic codes prior to using this bulletin.
• 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…
• 10073919Jan 1, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253138Dec 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Valve Body.
• 10060096Nov 26, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10246619Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10245740Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Recent information and updates for Enable and Empower Project
• 10112331Nov 1, 2013Engine cooling. 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.
• 10112329Nov 1, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10060389Oct 29, 2013Fuel system, Other or unknown. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10246589Oct 10, 2013Engine cooling. Information on Exhaust Fluid Range, Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor, Service Exhaust Fluid System or Service Emission System Driver Information Center Messages
• 10112399Oct 8, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10247679Oct 1, 2013Vehicle speed control. Adding Cruise Control (RPO K34)
• 10247669Oct 1, 2013Equipment, Brakes. Adding Integrated Trailer Brake Controller RPO JL1.
• 10247661Oct 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Normal Characteristic - RKE Inoperative/Unable To Program Fobs.
• 10246632Oct 1, 2013Equipment. PAC Courtesy Transportation Assistance Program
• 10246618Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10245779Oct 1, 2013Other or unknown, Equipment. Unnecessary Flushing Services, Additive Recommendations and Proper Utilization of GM Goodwrench Maintenance Schedule to Enhance Customer Service Experience
• 10245778Oct 1, 2013Equipment, Other or unknown. Unnecessary Flushing Services, Additive Recommendations and Proper Utilization of GM Goodwrench Maintenance Schedule to Enhance Customer Service Experience
• 10245739Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Enable and Empower Project
• 10245318Oct 1, 2013Vehicle speed control. Adding Cruise Control (RPO K34)
• 10245308Oct 1, 2013Other or unknown, Brakes. Adding Integrated Trailer Brake Controller RPO JL1.
• 10245300Oct 1, 2013Electrical system. Normal Characteristic - RKE Inoperative/Unable To Program Fobs.
• 10254237Sep 1, 2013Body and structure. Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting.
• 10253412Sep 1, 2013Fuel system. Duramax Fuel System Contamination Identification.
• 10253162Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Exhaust Fluid Low
• 10250085Sep 1, 2013Seat belts. Seat Belt Extender Availability
• 10247683Sep 1, 2013Equipment. Navigation Radio, Radio, and Integrated Center Stack.
• 10246572Sep 1, 2013Seat belts. Seat Belt Extender Availability
• 10245322Sep 1, 2013Equipment. Navigation Radio, Radio, and Integrated Center Stack.
• 10253408Aug 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Tick/Ping Noise On Torque Reversal Or Load
• 10252870Aug 1, 2013Engine. Engineering Information.
• 10253604Jul 1, 2013Equipment. Poor Voice Quality During Bluetooth Call or OnStar® Personal Call.
• 10253361Jul 1, 2013Equipment. SES Lamp On With DTC P2270.
• 10253140Jul 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. Duramax Engine Control Module Parts Restriction.
• 10253137Jul 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Valve Body.
• 10246638Jul 1, 2013Steering. Power Steering Noise or Fluid Leak from Power Steering Pump, Gear or High Pressure Hose During Extreme Low Temperature Conditions
• 10246634Jul 1, 2013Engine cooling. Information for Engine Oils Used in 2014 Model Year Vehicles
• 10246630Jul 1, 2013Electrical system. GM Wiring Repair Strategy Information
• 10071687Jul 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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