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Laser Assisted Belt Alignment
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The available EN-49228 Laser Belt Alignment Tool is simple to use and time-saving (fig. 1). Use it to assist in achieving precise alignment of the drive belt pulleys. Using it removes the guesswork from proper pulley alignment and may serve to reduce comebacks from: - Drive belt noise 8. Inspect for proper power steering pulley alignment. |
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Calling Technical Assistance Center (TAC)
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Effective May 1, 2008, changes have been implemented which will enable TAC to provide more timely and consistent service. - Thanks to Ward Boyer and Ann Briedis |
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Loss-of-Communication |
Loss-of-communication U-codes can set for a variety of reasons. Many times, they’re transparent to the vehicle operator and technician, and/or have no associated symptoms. They will eventually erase themselves automatically after a number of fault-free ignition cycles. Sometimes, while diagnosing a specific customer concern or after a repair, you may notice a history U-code present. However, there is no associated “current” or “active” status. Additionally, a loss-of-communication U-code does not typically represent a failure of the module that set it. The most likely scenario of this condition would be attributed to: - Thanks to Paul Gallo |
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Printed Circuit Board Relays |
Many electrical centers (also called Bussed Electrical Centers or BECs) (fig. 3) use Printed Circuit Board (PCB) relays. The PCB relay is integrally soldered to the printed circuit board; it is not plugged in (fig. 4). Because the PCB relay is compact, it helps electrical engineers reduce the size and mass of the BEC. If the circuit is protected in some way other than with a fuse, a test point is placed in the TIP: If necessary, carefully move the test lamp probe around in the opening to get a good connection with the test point.
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Replace Driver or Passenger Seat Back Finish Panel |
Bulletin 08-08-50-007 is being published to explain how to properly remove the driver 3. Once the two upper corners are released, grab each side of the back panel and pull outward to release the side clips. |
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Parking Assist Changes
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For the 2009 model year, the way in which parking assist notifies the driver of an object |
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Trim Panel Cracks |
On the Acadia, Outlook and Enclave, the quarter trim panel has hidden screw fasteners above the speaker grille and below the armrest (fig. 9) that must be removed before attempting to remove the panel. If the screws are not removed, the panel will crack in the area around the fastener location. The location of the fasteners can be found in SI document 1903783 for Acadia and Outlook and 1899889 for the Enclave. |
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Ambient Temperature Display
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At Pre-Delivery Inspection of a 2008 Impala, Grand Prix, LaCrosse or Allure, some technicians may note that the ambient temperature display is not accurate. - Thanks to Chris Anderson 2008 Impala
2008 LaCrosse, Allure and Grand Prix
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Removing Driver Airbag |
Here's a tip for removing the driver airbag (DAB) from a 2008 Malibu. TIP: The groove in the tip should be parallel to the T-handle. Place your fingers under the DAB cover at the top edge, about an inch from the switch bezel. - Thanks to Ali Elhadi and Will Godfrey |
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The overhead Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) display is an OEM DVD screen (fig. 14) that displays images from the DVD player located in the vehicle’s radio. The DVD player is integrated into the radio and sends visual images to the overhead RSE display. The RSE display may be prematurely replaced due to misdiagnosis of the system. Here are some reasons that have been identified for these misdiagnoses. TIP: There is also an SPO headrest DVD system available as a dealer-installed accessory. This sytem is independent of the factory-installed overhead system. Refer to SI documents for diagnosis and repair of the headrest system. - Thanks to Greg Rouse, Dean Matoski, Tom Hanselman and Katul Patel
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Voice Recognition Button Operation |
On a 2007-08 Saab 9-3 or 2006-08 Saab 9-5, a customer may comment that the steering wheel control (SWC) button for Talk/Voice Recognition/OnStar is inoperative. - Thanks to Jeff Gorenflo |
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Steering Column Noise |
This information applies to the 2006-07 Rainier, and 2006-08 TrailBlazer, Envoy and 9-7X. 2. Remove approximately 2/3 of the center rib material to make it flush with the bracket A Bracket center rib A Check for clearance A Remove additional 1 mm - Thanks to Dino Poulos |
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Phantom Windshield Wiper Operation |
According to bulletin 08-08-43-007, on a 2008 Colorado or Canyon, the windshield wipers may intermittently wipe without being commanded to operate. This condition may occur at start up or while driving the vehicle. - Thanks to Dan Oden |
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"Shift to Park" Message |
On some 2004-08 Cadillac XLR and V models, the Driver Information Center (DIC) may display a "Shift To Park" message when the vehicle is in Park, or the Auto Door Lock/Unlock features may be inoperative. Also, the ignition mode switch may not go to the Off position. - Thanks to Dino Poulos
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Know-How Broadcasts for July
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