2012 GMC Terrain Technical Service Bulletins

1,842 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 GMC Terrain. 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.

• 10112913Mar 15, 2013Brakes, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have may an intermittent Service Traction/Stability, ABS indicator or Service All wheel Drive message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes U0125 00 U0074 00 U0073 and or C0045 C0050 symptom 06. Technician will need to inspect the X411 connecter for a wire break inside the…
• 10112902Mar 14, 2013Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a notchy feel or stick slip in the steering wheel while steering. Technician will need to replace the "Steering Gear Assembly" and the two mounting bolts.
• 10134655Mar 12, 2013Body and structure. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for dust intrusion into the passenger compartment when the vehicle is driven in high dust areas.
• 10134654Mar 12, 2013Steering. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure to install a revised generator, power steering gear inlet hose and evap. hose to correct steering wheel shudder during low speed maneuvers.
• 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.
• 10134649Mar 7, 2013Fuel system. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for installing a zip tie for the fuel level sensor to correct the fuel gauge intermittently not reading full when the fuel tank is filled.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10247731Mar 1, 2013Brakes, Wheels. Service Stability Traction ABS Rear Wheel Speed.
• 10247714Mar 1, 2013Other or unknown, Body and structure. Power Liftgate Does Not Stay Fully Open Or Drifts Down A Few Inches
• 10247694Mar 1, 2013Steering. A Notchy Or Stick Slip Feel In The Steering When Turning Near The On-Center Position.
• 10247076Mar 1, 2013Wheels, Electronic stability control. Service Stability Traction ABS Rear Wheel Speed.
• 10247059Mar 1, 2013Body and structure. Power Liftgate Does Not Stay Fully Open Or Drifts Down A Few Inches
• 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
• 10245333Mar 1, 2013Steering. A Notchy Or Stick Slip Feel In The Steering When Turning Near The On-Center Position.
• 10071580Mar 1, 2013Electrical system, Fuel system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071502Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070892Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070890Mar 1, 2013Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062891Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062884Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062882Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10112875Feb 21, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a high pitched whistle or wind noise from the driver?s side mirror area between speeds 25 to 52 miles per hour. Technician will need to use a rubber mallet and lightly tapping on the belt molding moving it toward the (A) pillar area. Then remove the belt molding, use a suitable piece of rubber and glue it…
• 10112863Feb 18, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning system will start blowing cold air without being requested. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B101E sym 4B. Technician will need to inspect and repair corrosion at the starter connections.
• 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.
• 10112856Feb 12, 2013Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an engine oil leak that appeared as they were driving the vehicle in extremely cold ambient temperatures. The technician may find the oil leak is coming from the rear main seal. Technician will need to check for proper thermostat operation by following thermostat Diagnosis as outlined in Service…
• 10114119Feb 6, 2013Electrical system. 12312 - Customer Satisfaction Program. GM recently introduced into production a software update for the oil life monitor system that will enhance the way the engine oil is monitored and is providing it to customers who do not have this updated software.
• 10060000Feb 6, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10112843Feb 4, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a high pitched whistle or wind noise from the driver?s side mirror area between speeds 25 to 52 miles per hour. Technician will need to use a rubber mallet and lightly tapping on the belt molding moving it toward the (A) pillar area. Then remove the belt molding, use a suitable piece of rubber and glue it…
• 10254235Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Loud Rattle Noise on Startup, Rattle Noise Stops in 3 Seconds or Less.
• 10254234Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Loud Rattle Noise on Startup, Rattle Noise Stops in 3 Seconds or Less.
• 10247755Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC Blows Cold Due To Low System Voltage
• 10247754Feb 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Whistle Wind Noise From Drivers Side Mirror Area.
• 10247753Feb 1, 2013Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Whistle Wind Noise From Drivers Side Mirror Area.
• 10247100Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC Blows Cold Due To Low System Voltage
• 10247099Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Whistle Wind Noise From Drivers Side Mirror Area.
• 10247098Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Whistle Wind Noise From Drivers Side Mirror Area.
• 10246677Feb 1, 2013Engine cooling. Customer Satisfaction Program - Oil Life Monitor Update. Eql;uipped with 2.4L Engine (LAF/LEA)
• 10112838Feb 1, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a supplement to the Service Information timing procedure for the high feature V-6 engine. Technician will also review the training video on the Common Training Website.
• 10070838Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070837Feb 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062874Feb 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.

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