NHTSA ID Number: 10118978
Manufacturer Communication Number: PI0639D
Summary
This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure to install adhesive back stock to the electrical connector for the steering wheel position sensor, to eliminate the excessive clearance/movement that causes the connector to loose contact and turns the Service Stabilitrak message on in DIC. DTC C0455 and/or C0710 may be stored in Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM).
Parts
Dielectric Lubricant (50 gram tube) | 12377900 ![]() |
Dielectric Lubricant (50 gram tube) – Canada | 10953529 |
5/8” x 1/8” Adhesive Back Shim Stock – Kent Automotive* | P40100 |
139 Affected Products
Vehicles
MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
CADILLAC | ESCALADE | 2007-2014 |
CADILLAC | ESCALADE ESV | 2007-2014 |
CADILLAC | ESCALADE EXT | 2007-2013 |
CHEVROLET | AVALANCHE | 2007-2013 |
CHEVROLET | COLORADO | 2007-2012 |
CHEVROLET | EXPRESS | 2008-2017 |
CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 1500 | 2007-2011, 2014 |
CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 2500 | 2007-2014 |
CHEVROLET | SILVERADO 3500 | 2013 |
CHEVROLET | SUBURBAN | 2007-2014 |
CHEVROLET | TAHOE | 2007-2014 |
GMC | CANYON | 2007-2012 |
GMC | SAVANA | 2008-2017 |
GMC | SIERRA 1500 | 2014 |
GMC | SIERRA 2500 | 2007-2014 |
GMC | SIERRA DENALI | 2007-2013 |
GMC | YUKON | 2007-2014 |
GMC | YUKON DENALI | 2007-2013 |
GMC | YUKON DENALI XL | 2007-2013 |
GMC | YUKON XL | 2007-2014 |
Bulletin No.: PI0639D
Date: 14-Sep-2016
Subject: Service StabiliTrak Message Displayed in DIC, StabiliTrak Indicator Light On, DTC C0455 and/or C0710 Set
Models: 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade Models
2007-2012 Chevrolet Colorado
2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500
2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Suburban, Tahoe
2008-2017 Chevrolet Express
2007-2012 GMC Canyon
2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500
2007-2014 GMC Sierra HD, Yukon Models
2008-2017 GMC Savana
Attention: This PI also applies to any of the above models that may be Export from North America vehicles.
This PI has been revised to add the 2017 Model Year to the Express and Savana models. Please discard PI0639C.
Condition/Concern
In rare cases, some customers may comment about the Service Stabilitrak message being displayed in the DIC. The StabiliTrak® Indicator light may also be
on.
When checking the vehicle for DTCs, the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may report C0455 and/or C0710 set as current or in history.
This condition may be caused by an increase in resistance in the circuits connecting the steering position sensor and the EBCM due to fretting corrosion on the
connector terminals.
Also, the male to female plastic connector may have excessive clearance that can cause the connector to move up and down.
Note: Fretting corrosion looks like little dark smudges on the electrical terminals and appear where the actual electrical contact is being made. In less severe
cases it may be unable to be seen or identified without the use of a magnifying glass.
Recommendation/Instructions
Important: DO NOT replace the steering position sensor for this condition. The terminal pins on the sensor do not have the same concentration of deposits.
1. Disconnect the steering wheel position sensor connector.
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2. Add a piece of Adhesive Back Shim Stock the width of the connector to the flat surface on the male connector. This provides support to the connector
to keep it from moving up and down.
Important: DO NOT apply an excessive amount of dielectric lubricant to the connector, as hydrolock may result when attempting to mate the
connector. Use ONLY a clean nylon brush that is dedicated to the repair of this specific condition.
3. With a nylon bristle brush, apply dielectric lubricant to both the sensor side and the harness side of the affected connector.
4. Reconnect the steering wheel position sensor connector and wipe away any excess lubricant that may be present.
5. Attempt to duplicate the condition by using the following information:
– DTC Diagnostic Procedure
– Circuit/System Description
– Conditions for Running the DTC
– Conditions for Setting the DTC
– Diagnostic Aids
– Circuit/System Verification
If the condition cannot be duplicated, the repair is complete.
If the DTC resets, replace the steering angle sensor harness side connector with the service pigtail. Refer to the Steering Angle (Position) Sensor connector
end view in SI for the correct service connector part number.
Parts Information
Part Number Description
12377900
(In Canada, use 10953529)
Dielectric Lubricant (50 gram tube)
P40100* 5/8” x 1/8” Adhesive Back Shim Stock – Kent Automotive
*This product is currently available from Kent Industries (1-888-YES-KENT).
Warranty Information
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For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
2680008* Lubricate Connector with Dielectric Lubricant 0.1-0.3 hr
*This Labor Operation is for Bulletin use only.
Note: Any additional time for component R&R to gain access or for repair time greater than 0.3 hr must be submitted as Other Labor Hours and requires
appropriate authorization and service management approval.
Bulletin No.: PI0639D
Date: 14-Sep-2016
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10118978
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10118978-9999.pdf
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Bulletin No.: PI0639C
Date: Jan-2016
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10112287
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10112287-9999.pdf
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Bulletin No.: PI0639B
Date: May, 2013
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10043887
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/SB-10043887-6299.pdf
To View or Download this Document Click Here
Bulletin No.: PI0639A
Date: March, 2012
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10043887
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/SB-10043887-2153.pdf
To View or Download this Document Click Here
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Bulletin No.: PI0639D
Date: 14-Sep-2016
Subject: Service StabiliTrak Message Displayed in DIC, StabiliTrak Indicator Light On, DTC C0455 and/or C0710 Set
Models: 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade Models
2007-2012 Chevrolet Colorado
2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500
2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Suburban, Tahoe
2008-2017 Chevrolet Express
2007-2012 GMC Canyon
2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500
2007-2014 GMC Sierra HD, Yukon Models
2008-2017 GMC Savana
Attention: This PI also applies to any of the above models that may be Export from North America vehicles.
This PI has been revised to add the 2017 Model Year to the Express and Savana models. Please discard PI0639C.
Condition/Concern
In rare cases, some customers may comment about the Service Stabilitrak message being displayed in the DIC. The StabiliTrak® Indicator light may also be on.
When checking the vehicle for DTCs, the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may report C0455 and/or C0710 set as current or in history.
This condition may be caused by an increase in resistance in the circuits connecting the steering position sensor and the EBCM due to fretting corrosion on the connector terminals.
Also, the male to female plastic connector may have excessive clearance that can cause the connector to move up and down.
Note: Fretting corrosion looks like little dark smudges on the electrical terminals and appear where the actual electrical contact is being made. In less severe cases it may be unable to be seen or identified without the use of a magnifying glass.
Recommendation/Instructions
Important: DO NOT replace the steering position sensor for this condition. The terminal pins on the sensor do not have the same concentration of deposits.
1. Disconnect the steering wheel position sensor connector.
2. Add a piece of Adhesive Back Shim Stock the width of the connector to the flat surface on the male connector. This provides support to the connector to keep it from moving up and down.
Important: DO NOT apply an excessive amount of dielectric lubricant to the connector, as hydrolock may result when attempting to mate the connector. Use ONLY a clean nylon brush that is dedicated to the repair of this specific condition.
3. With a nylon bristle brush, apply dielectric lubricant to both the sensor side and the harness side of the affected connector.
4. Reconnect the steering wheel position sensor connector and wipe away any excess lubricant that may be present.
5. Attempt to duplicate the condition by using the following information:
– DTC Diagnostic Procedure
– Circuit/System Description
– Conditions for Running the DTC
– Conditions for Setting the DTC
– Diagnostic Aids
– Circuit/System Verification
If the condition cannot be duplicated, the repair is complete.
If the DTC resets, replace the steering angle sensor harness side connector with the service pigtail. Refer to the Steering Angle (Position) Sensor connector
end view in SI for the correct service connector part number.
Parts Information
Part Number Description
12377900
(In Canada, use 10953529)
Dielectric Lubricant (50 gram tube)
P40100* 5/8” x 1/8” Adhesive Back Shim Stock – Kent Automotive
*This product is currently available from Kent Industries (1-888-YES-KENT).
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation Description Labor Time
2680008* Lubricate Connector with Dielectric Lubricant 0.1-0.3 hr
*This Labor Operation is for Bulletin use only.
Note: Any additional time for component R&R to gain access or for repair time greater than 0.3 hr must be submitted as Other Labor Hours and requires appropriate authorization and service management approval.
Last update on 2021-02-25 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API
Andrew Boren
What do you do for a bad steering wheel position sensor. I can not find one for my 2007 Chevy Avalanche LTZ 5.3liter 4×4.
Everywhere I look say they have quite making or carrying it.
oemdtc
This is the part # 15886733, Some places still sell it on line.
Lyle
I cannot find a steering wheel sensor for my 2009 GMC Sierra! Why are they not making them?
oemdtc
By law they only have to make parts for 10 years. You can try http://car-part.com/