Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues – GM Passenger Cars and Trucks

General Motors

  NHTSA ID Number: 10222776 Manufacturer Communication Number: 13-08-116-001H Summary The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.   Condition Customers may comment on various issues with their vehicle related to high … Read more

Use of Surface Conditioning Disks When Cleaning Gasket Sealing Surfaces and/or Reused Parts – GM Passenger Cars and Trucks

General Motors

NHTSA ID Number: 10222732 Manufacturer Communication Number: 00-06-01-012L Summary This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.   The Use of Surface Conditioning Disks Notice: Do not use abrasive pad/bristle devices to clean the gasket surfaces of … Read more

Information on Engine Oil Consumption Guidelines – GM Passenger Cars & Gasoline-Powered Light Duty Trucks

General Motors

NHTSA ID Number: 10222734 Manufacturer Communication Number: 01-06-01-011M Summary This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.   All engines require oil to lubricate and protect the load bearing and internal moving parts from wear including cylinder walls, pistons and piston rings. When a piston moves down its cylinder, a … Read more