2003 Oldsmobile Alero Technical Service Bulletins

356 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2003 Oldsmobile Alero. 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.

• 10071861Dec 1, 2012Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10138220Nov 30, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
• 10137478Nov 30, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
• 10126163Nov 30, 2012Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
• 10112621Nov 30, 2012Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with diagnostics for a class 2 communications Diagnostic Trouble Code U1000 may not lead a technician to a final repair. Technician should be advised to disregard the Diagnostic Trouble Code U1000 that may be set current or in history.
• 10126171Nov 28, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
• 10112607Nov 28, 2012Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
• 10126196Nov 13, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
• 10138200Nov 12, 2012Equipment, Electrical system, Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
• 10138197Nov 12, 2012Brakes, Engine, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides a revision for 01-00-89-010I to add the 2013 model year.
• 10137457Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
• 10137454Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a revision for 01-00-89-010I to add the 2013 model year.
• 10126200Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a single point reference and strategy document to aid in reducing customer comebacks, and the possibility of buyback situations by outlining specific guidelines, strategy and forms that will assist with this goal, by identifying, clarifying and documenting customer concerns accurately at each service visit.
• 10126198Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
• 10112560Nov 9, 2012Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their…
• 10112528Nov 1, 2012Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system. Technician should understand the power cycles of the various OnStar systems. All Generation 6, 7, 8, and 9 systems are powered up continuously for 48 hours from ignition…
• 10112494Oct 18, 2012Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.
• 10118626Oct 10, 2012Equipment. This warranty administrational bulletin provides information on Clarification of Use - Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10118619Oct 5, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on newly release bulletins used to fi the vehicles in the field the first time.
• 10246951Oct 1, 2012Equipment. Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10042986Nov 1, 2011Seats. General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint.
• 10038510Mar 1, 2011Engine cooling. Gm: there may be noise coming from the cylinder head, because of low oil pressure which is caused by debris.
• 10037814Dec 1, 2010Engine cooling. Gm: the engine will not start. The engine cranks and sounds like it's going to start but then stops cranking.
• 10023171Oct 31, 2007Brakes. Abs pump running when not needed.
• 10023942Oct 1, 2007Transmission and drivetrain. Information on 4t40-e (mn4) and 4t45-e (mn5) front wheel drive automatic transmission valve body reconditioning, dtc p0741, p0742, p0751, p0752, p0756, p0757, p1811, harsh shifts, slips, no drive, no reverse.
• 10012694Aug 1, 2007Steering. Release of steering gear stub shaft bearing kit for service. *tt updated 08-15-07. *kb updated 10/09/07.
• 10021412Mar 1, 2007Brakes. Incorrect outer backing plate. Outer backing plate has short centre protusion. Outer backing plate should have tall center protrusion.
• 10021074Mar 1, 2007Other or unknown. Parts update - timing chain tensioner design change.
• 10020923Jan 30, 2007Engine cooling. Low oil pressure - inspect oil filter for damage. *kb updated 10/18/07.
• 10020731Sep 1, 2006Steering. Revised tilt steering wheel and column fastener tightening specifications.
• 10020814May 1, 2006Steering. Clunk felt/noise heard from steering column, steering gear and/or front of vehicle during maneuver and/or steering wheel rotation. (replace intermediate shaft).
• 10019423Mar 15, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. Clutch pedal stays to floor.
• 10019420Mar 15, 2006Engine cooling. Supplement to engine replacement instructions for part number 12607031.
• 10019228Feb 21, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. M86/m94 transmission information to disassemble third fourth and fifth gear.
• 10018915Jan 25, 2006Electrical system. Hesitation on acceleration after internal engine repairs - check injector harness orientation.
• 10017096Oct 24, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Vehicle will not move in either direction. Transmission may show over full. P90 4t40e 4t45e no movement drive or reverse. Converter may be empty of fluid.
• 10017086Oct 24, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. 4t40e or 4t45e will not shift no diagnostic trouble codes.
• 10017032Oct 21, 2005Engine cooling. Service engine soon (ses) light and severe engine misfire on cylinders 1 and 4 or cylinders 2 and 3. *tt updated 08-15-07.
• 10018126Sep 1, 2005Engine cooling. Oil life system reset procedures - cars. Gm tech link.
• 10014875May 11, 2005Brakes. Tech 2 displays asterisk for the left front wheel speed sensor.
• 10017407May 1, 2005Engine cooling. Vehicle hesitates, no start, lack of power, low fuel pressure.
• 10014985Mar 1, 2005Brakes. Revised brake system specifications.
• 10011819Feb 1, 2005Suspension. Front suspension noise on turns.
• 10013475Jan 1, 2005Engine cooling. Whistle noise on light acceleration.
• 10014004Nov 1, 2004Engine cooling. Accelerator control system.
• 10015768Oct 1, 2004Engine cooling. Engine idle flare when the clutch is depressed. Also low speed engine decel stall when coming to a stop. Gm tech link.
• 10012744Oct 1, 2004Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Front door power window inoperative.
• 10014346Aug 1, 2004Engine cooling. Oil life system reset procedures - cars.
• 10012127Jul 1, 2004Seat belts. Repairing napped seat fabric.
• 10012103Jul 1, 2004Engine cooling. New cylinder bore liner replacement procedure. This service bulletin replaces 030601018a.

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