2008 GMC Sierra 2500 Technical Service Bulletins

1,122 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500. 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.

• 10139023May 6, 2013Seats, Equipment, Electrical system. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a revision of PI0718A to add model years and update the Warranty Information.
• 10139021May 3, 2013Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This informational bulletin provides a revision for 03-08-48-006I to add model years and update parts information.
• 10139020May 3, 2013Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information for Squeak Noise from Rear of Vehicle Condition.
• 10113074May 2, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that after replacing the Instrument Panel Cluster the exchange center is unable to program the actual mileage on the odometer or the actual mileage is unknown. Dealer will need to follow dealer to the General Motors service policies and procedures manual section 3.2.4 odometer servicing.
• 10253616May 1, 2013Equipment. Audio System Speaker Rattle, Buzz Noise, Poor Sound
• 10247060May 1, 2013Electrical system. Terminal Test Probe And Replacement Terminal.
• 10245908May 1, 2013Seats. GM Accessory Heated Seats Inoperative After Installation.
• 10139033May 1, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin is a revision for 03-06-03-004G to add the 2014 model year and update the Labor Operation.
• 10130657Apr 29, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 05-02-32-008D to add 2013 Model Year vehicles.
• 10130652Apr 25, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides Warranty Administration - New Labor Codes information.
• 10113008Apr 25, 2013Fuel system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that after refueling the fuel gauge will show empty. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2636. Dealer should question the owner if the key or engine is on while refueling. Dealer should the owner to turn the engine and key off, before refueling the vehicle.
• 10112988Apr 19, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have at times the XM Traffic or Weather for the local area takes several minutes to update and may read "NO DATA" or "UPDATING" during that time. Technician should be advised that Traffic and Weather data from local reporting stations and then send the updated info process may take up to 24 minutes.
• 10112985Apr 19, 2013Air bags. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the passenger presence system, passenger air bag on/off indicators, passenger air bag on/off switch, and passenger seat belt indicator. Dealer can review and explain the options that are equipped with the vehicle in question.
• 10130631Apr 15, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 03-06-03-003B to add the 2010-2014 model years, update the Attention statement, change the terms Claim Type B to Claim Type ZPTI, GM Dealer to GM Service Agent, Repair Order to Job Card, Warranty Claim to Warranty Transaction, and to update the Procedure Information for submitting Vehicle Repairs from WINS to Global Warranty Management (GWM).
• 10130627Apr 11, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 99-04-20-002G to add 2013-2014 model years.
• 10130619Apr 8, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 10-00-89-017Z to include updated information.
• 10130611Apr 3, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin is for information on COAX Repair Kit Availability. Revised from PI0572A
• 10130610Apr 2, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 02-06-01-022M to add the 2013 model year.
• 10247766Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Unwanted Alarm Sounding (GM Accessory Inclination Sensor Mounting)
• 10247765Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Fuel Gauge Shows Empty After Refueling And DTC P2636.
• 10247111Apr 1, 2013Electrical system. Unwanted Alarm Sounding (GM Accessory Inclination Sensor Mounting)
• 10112949Apr 1, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a radio display that will show "LOCKED" or "THEFT LOCK". Technician will need to replace the radio If the radio stills displays "LOCKED" or "THEFT LOCK" after SPS programming.
• 10134684Mar 27, 2013Body and structure. This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the door panel retainers if the customers concern is a rattle noise or gap.
• 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.
• 10134676Mar 25, 2013Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on powertrain and various electronic/electrical control issues.
• 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, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Tires. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on aftermarket ALSL or DLC devices causing multiple issues due to suspected tampering.
• 10112926Mar 20, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have navigation or radio screen is blank or flashes on and off, no sound from speakers, and rear DVD screen inoperative. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B1265, B1288, or B1289. Technician will need to repair circuit 7066.
• 10134662Mar 19, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. 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)
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134646Mar 5, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to adjust the transmission dipstick tube and/or install the transmission fluid filler tube sleeve to eliminate a tick, buzz or rattle noise from the front of dash, transmission filler tuber cracked or broken.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 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.
• 10112872Feb 20, 2013Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Diagnostic Trouble Code B2555 may be found in a Driver and/or Passenger Door Module. Technician should ignore the Diagnostic Trouble Code if set in a driver door module and/or Passenger Door Module on a vehicles not equipped with front door panel courtesy lights.
• 10112865Feb 18, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a radio display that will show "LOCKED" or "THEFT LOCK". Technician will need to replace the radio If the radio stills displays "LOCKED" or "THEFT LOCK" after SPS programming.
• 10112864Feb 18, 2013Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
• 10112862Feb 15, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a surge or stall when in gear at a stop. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0742. Technician will need to isolate if the concern is transmission internal or external. Technician will need to disconnect the 20 way connector at the transmission (C-175 for model years 2001 ? 2007 and X-175 for model…
• 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.
• 10112845Feb 5, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have no forward or reverse. Technician will need to check for metal debris in torque converter clutch valve.
• 10112842Feb 4, 2013Engine, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and or P0430 stored. Technician should be advised that the catalytic converter efficiency Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and P0430 are disabled for the first…
• 10247756Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Body and structure. Driver or Passenger Door Module DTC B2555.
• 10247662Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Cold Air Leak On Passenger Floor.
• 10247101Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Body and structure. Driver or Passenger Door Module DTC B2555.
• 10245745Feb 1, 2013Body and structure. Reduced Heater Performance with Winter Grille Cover Installed
• 10112837Feb 1, 2013Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that a driveline noise or vibration at various speeds and operating conditions. Technician should be advised that the vehicle should always be restored to a factory configuration when diagnosing noise and vibration concerns.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.

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