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July 10, 2017 Service bulletin

Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter

Chevrolet technical service bulletin PIP5382H for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2017 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2014-2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and others.

Bulletin number
PIP5382H
Component
Power train: automatic transmission: torque converter
Summary
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that generation 5 engines with Regular Production Option Code L83, L86, or LV3 may have an oil consumption concern were one quart in 2000 miles is being used. Dealer will confirm oil level was properly checked per Owner’s Manual, and check the bolt torque on the Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Assembly, before doing any repairs to the vehicle.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 950 complaints in the transmission category.

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