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October 30, 2013 Service bulletin

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have...

Chevrolet technical service bulletin PIP5161 for 2012-2013 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012-2013 Chevrolet Suburban and others.

Bulletin number
PIP5161
Component
Engine and engine cooling
Summary
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on a rough running engine, and/or oil consumption. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0300 set. Technician will apply regulated air pressure through the PCV pipe and spray soapy water where the PCV baffle and valve cover meet with soapy water to inspect for possible signs of a leak. Technician will replace the value cover if a leak is present.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 119 complaints in the engine category.

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