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# Info - Bulletins Released Week of April 14, 2003 and Car and Truck Fix It Right the First Time Issues

Subject: | Bulletins Released Week of April 14, 2003 and Car and Truck "Fix It Right the First Time" Issues

Models: | 2004 and Prior Passenger Cars and Trucks

| 2004 and Prior HUMMER H2

#### Bulletins Released Week of April 14, 2003

Bulletin Number | Subject | Summary | Models
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General Information
03-00-89-008 | Corrosion Protection for Dealer Installed Accessories Fastened to Metal Panels | Bulletin lists the GM Recommended Product for preventing corrosion in fastener to panel interface holes. | 2004 and Prior Passenger Cars and Trucks; 2004 and Prior HUMMER H2
03-00-90-001A | Recommended Idler Arm Grease Fitting Due to Limited Access | To assure adequate lubrication, the grease fitting needs to be replaced with a 90° style fitting. | 2003 HUMMER H2
HVAC
03-01-39-005 | Knocking Sound from A/C Compressor (Replace Compressor) | An internal tolerance stack-up in the compressor may be the cause of the knocking sound. | 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera
Suspension
00-03-10-007E | Shake/Vibration in Steering Wheel, Floor, Seat at Highway Speeds on Smooth Roads (Diagnose/Balance Tires/Wheels) | Diagnosis and repair procedures for vehicles experiencing shake/vibration while driving at highways speeds on smooth roads. | 1998-2003 Buick Park Avenue, Park Avenue Ultra; 2000-2003 Buick LeSabre; 1998-2003 Cadillac Seville (SLS, STS); 2000-2003 Cadillac DeVille (DTS only); 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Aurora; 2000-2003 Pontiac Bonneville (17" Tires Only)
Driveline/Axle
03-04-21-001A | 4WD Light, 4WD Inoperative, DTCs C0327, P0836, P0500 (Replace Encoder Motor Sensor, Reprogram TCCM, Inspect Front Drive Axle Engagement Sleeve for Damage/Repair if Necessary) | Repair procedures for inoperative 4WD/4WD light set. | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; 2003 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL
Engine/Propulsion System
02-06-05-005B | Exhaust/Muffler Heat Shield Rattle, Popping Noise Under Vehicle (Install Heat Shield Retaining Straps on Muffler) | The separation of the muffler heat shield from the muffler may cause a rattle under the vehicle. | 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT; 2000-2003 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban; 2002-2003 Chevrolet Avalanche; 2000-2003 GMC Denali; Denali XL, Sierra, Yukon XL, 2003 HUMMER H2 With 5.3L or 6.0L Gas Engine (Except 1500 Series Models)
03-06-05-005 | Advanced Service Information - "Jingle" Type Noise Coming from Exhaust System (Fix Not Yet Available) | A "jingle" type noise may be heard coming from the exhaust system - most often on a deceleration. | 2002-2003 Chevrolet Corvette
Transmission/Transaxle
03-07-29-004 | Manual Transmission Operating Characteristics | This bulletin assists in identifying characteristics of manual transmissions that repair attempts will not change. | 2004 and Prior Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks; 2004 Chevrolet and GMC Medium Duty Trucks; 2004 Isuzu Medium Duty Trucks With Manual Transmissions
03-07-30-011 | Transmission Slips, Delayed Engagement, Cold Hesitation, Intermittent, Poor Performance, Power, Shift, DTCs P0701, P0709, P0711, P0713, P0841, P0843, P0847, P0870, P0872, or P0875 (Replace Torque Converter Relief Spring and Lube Regulator Spring in Front Support) | Replace the torque converter relief spring and lube the regulator spring in the front support assembly to eliminate transmission slips, delayed engagement or cold hesitation on the first start-up after sitting for a period of time. | 2001-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500 Series Models; 2001-2003 GMC Sierra 2500/3500 Series Models With Allison® 1000 Series Transmission
Body & Accessories
03-08-42-003 | Headlight Aim Too High (Adjust Aim) | The headlights may be aimed too high and need to be properly aimed. | 2003 HUMMER H2
02-08-44-022A | Static Noise Heard in Radio Speakers (Install Capacitor into Rear Differential Clutch Check Valve Circuit) | Install a capacitor into the rear differential clutch check valve circuit to eliminate consistent static noise heard in the radio speakers. | 2002-2003 Buick Rendezvous; 2001-2003 Chevrolet Venture; 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2001-2003 Pontiac Aztek, Montana With All Wheel Drive
03-08-49-004 | I/P Ash Tray Latch Available for Service Use | The I/P ash tray latch is now available for service as a separate part. | 2003 Cadillac CTS
03-08-52-003 | Key Fob Eyelet Breaking (Replace Key Fob) | The remote keyless entry, or key fob, will need to be replaced if the eyelet breaks off. | 2001-2003 Buick Century, Regal; 2002-2003 Buick Rendezvous; 2001-2003 Chevrolet Venture; 2001-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue; 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2001-2003 Pontiac Aztek, Grand Prix, Montana
03-08-58-001 | Wind Whistle/Windrush (Seal Front Door Sheet Metal) | A gap between the inner and outer sheet metal on either front door may cause this noise. | 2003 HUMMER H2
03-08-59-002 | Rattle in Liftgate Area While Driving (Install Insulator) | The rear radio speakers, mounted in the rear liftgate, may have a loose fit and require an insulator in order to eliminate the rattle noise. | 2001-2003 Chevrolet Venture; 2001-2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2001-2003 Pontiac Montana
03-08-64-014 | Door Locks Delayed Locking Feature Added with Body Control Module (BCM) Replacement | Customers who have had the BCM replaced may notice a change in how their door locks function. | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT; 2002 GMC Envoy, Envoy XL; 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada
Restraints
03-09-50-001 | Advanced Service Information - Child Comfort Clip Comes Off From Seat (Sew New Clip Into Seat Cover) | If the child comfort clips comes off the seat or off the elastic cord, a new one will need to be sewed into place. | 2002-2003 Chevrolet Venture; 2002-2003 Oldsmobile Silhouette; 2002-2003 Pontiac Montana

#### Field Product Reminder -- Car Issues -- Fix It Right the First Time

Model Year(s) | Vehicle Line(s) | Do This | Don't Do This | Reference Information/Bulletin
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2003 | CTS | Replace bulb | Replace entire overhead console | VME VSSM Tech Link
1999-2004 | Tracker | Purge air from lifters | Replace lifters | 00-06-01-006B
2000-2003 | Cavalier/Sunfire/Grand Am/Alero/Malibu | Replace sensor card for fuel gauge - accuracy issue | Fuel sender/pump assembly | 01-06-04-008D
2000-2003 | DeVille | Use floor pan kit w/adhesive (no weld) | Do not weld due to floor pan corrosion/battery leaks | 99-06-03-009A
1999-2003 | Grand Am/Alero | Replace sash clip only | Door glass assembly for broken clips | 01-08-64-018
1997-2003 | Grand Am/Alero/Malibu | Turn rotor and brake align procedure | Brake rotor for pulsation | 00-05-23-002 01-05-23-001 (Know How Video #15040.01B)
1997-2003 | Venture/Montana/Silhouette | Refer to specific bulletin procedures for diagnosis | Do not use general service manual diagnostics | 01-08-57-006
1997-2003 | Century/Regal | Normal in full heat or cold setting | HVAC control head for "Auto" light | 99-01-39-007B
1999-2003 | Century/Regal | Install plastic clip/guide | Carpet replaced for appearance | 01-08-110-004
2003 | All cars with 4T56E and 4T80E | Replace TCC PWM (pulse width modulated) solenoid | Replace trans/valve body | 02-07-30-039A

#### Field Product Reminder -- Truck Issues -- Fix It Right the First Time

Model Year(s) | Vehicle Line(s) | Do This | Don't Do This | Reference Information/Bulletin
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2003 | C/K Fullsize Pickups and Utilities | Cycle mirror | Replace DL3 power folding mirror | 03-08-64-010 and parts restriction
1999-2002 | C/K Fullsize Pickups and Utilities | Clean throttle body adjust blade and insert plugs. | Replace throttle body for idle instability or increased accelerator pedal effort. | 02-06-04-054B and parts restriction
2003 | C/K, G (Silverado, Sierra, Savana, Express > 8600 GVW) | Reflash for code C0550 | Replace ABS module | TIS 2000:3.0 & Service VME
2002-2003 | Envoy, Envoy XL, Bravada with G67 | Replace check valve service kit | Air suspension compressor replacement | 02-03-99-001
2002-2003 | TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy, Envoy XL, Bravada | Replace mirror actuator and reprogram module | OSRVM replacements | 02-08-64-008 02-08-64-021
2000-2002 | C/K Fullsize Pickups and Utilities | Install clip or mechanism kits | Sunroof replacement | 02-08-67-009
1999-2003 | C/K Fullsize Pickups and Utilities | Lube shaft | Replace of I-shaft | 00-02-35-003B
2002-2003 | TrailBlazer, Envoy, Bravada without G67 | Replace rear coil springs | Rear axle vibration boom noise that can result in vehicle repurchase | 02-03-09-002A
2002-2003 | TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT | Repair fascia | Front fascia replacement | 02-08-62-001 02-08-62-004
2002-2003 | TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT, Envoy, Envoy XL, Bravada | Replace tail lamp circuit board | Rear tail lamp assembly replacement for brake light | Service VME to use service part, listed in GMSPO catalog