2003 GMC Denali service bulletins & manufacturer communications

130 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2003 GMC Denali. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
  PIP5601C · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 18, 2025
• This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibr…
  PIT3271P · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 6, 2024
• Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which mo…
  General Communication · Service campaign · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 2024
• GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inad…
  24-NA-141 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 24, 2024
• This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or mi…
  16-NA-383 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 28, 2024
• This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
  18-NA-099 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 17, 2024
• This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4…
  24-NA-098 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 6, 2024
• This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support t…
  09-00-89-008G · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 7, 2024
• This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
  10-08-45-001H · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 28, 2024
• This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or …
  16-NA-383 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 13, 2024
• This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts …
  22-NA-074 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 22, 2024
• This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
  18-NA-099 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 16, 2024
• This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
  PI1394B · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 12, 2024
• This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
  02-08-42-001J · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 12, 2024
• This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
  23-NA-219 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 12, 2023
• This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
  17-NA-170 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 6, 2023
• This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
  10-00-89-006J · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 26, 2023
• This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
  07-08-49-020R · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 21, 2023
• The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer…
  23-NA-153 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2023
• This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and pre…
  18-NA-073 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 24, 2023
• This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
  17-NA-170 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Apr 27, 2023
• This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
  19-NA-219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 24, 2023
• This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration â Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
  04-00-89-015Z · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 19, 2023
• This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
  19-NA-219 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 23, 2023
• This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
  22-NA-009 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 17, 2023
• This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
  17-NA-073 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 21, 2023
• This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
  01-08-42-001O · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 15, 2023
• This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support t…
  09-00-89-008F · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 21, 2022
• This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P04…
  21-NA-124 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 14, 2022
• This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibr…
  PIT3271N · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Nov 29, 2022
• This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts …
  22-NA-074 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 9, 2022
• This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
  22-NA-205 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 19, 2022
• This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
  10-00-89-006I · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 7, 2022
• This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
  22-NA-195 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 28, 2022
• This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
  06-00-89-031H · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 16, 2022
• This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
  22-NA-009 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 14, 2022
• This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine …
  22-NA-181 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2022
• This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen …
  20-NA-065 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 15, 2022
• This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
  22-NA-009 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 15, 2022
• This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
  18-NA-099 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 16, 2022
• This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
  12-00-89-003B · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 2, 2022
• This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts …
  22-NA-074 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 31, 2022
• This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
  22-NA-009 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 22, 2022
• This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibr…
  PIT3271M · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Mar 7, 2022
• This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibr…
  PIT3271K · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Nov 11, 2020
• This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
  16NA383 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 2, 2020
• Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what …
  150089004B · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 2017
• IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
  070849020M · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2017
• This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
  PI1394A · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 29, 2016
• This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating a…
  16NA260 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 26, 2016
• This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
  000601012F · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 2, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its ow…
  PIT-3665-D · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 11, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm techn…
  PIT5485B · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 27, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair the concern. The vehicle's xm radio only has xm preveiw channels.
  PIC5088F · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 21, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. The vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or r…
  PIT5389A · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 19, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. A customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar t…
  PIC5050A · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 19, 2016
• This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. When performing battery par…
  PIC4935E · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 19, 2016
• This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. When performing battery par…
  PIC-4935-E · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 19, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. A customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar t…
  PIC-5050-A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 19, 2016
• This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm techn…
  PIT5485A · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 8, 2016
• OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update
  15-NA-079 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 1, 2015
• OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
  06-00-89-031D · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2015
• OnStar® Voice Fallback Number Update Some customers may have received a letter from OnStar® stating that "We recently tried to provide a software update to the OnStar® hardware in …
  15-NA-079 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 2015
• OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification
  06-00-89-031D · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Dec 1, 2015
• XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
  PIT5353 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2014
• Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
  PIT5264B · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2014
• Vehicle Recalls
  Recalls · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 30, 2014
• Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
  PIC5588B · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2014
• Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
  PIT4864F · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2014
• Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
  PIT5264 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 1, 2014
• Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straighten…
  99-08-51-007F · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2014
• Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straighten…
  99-08-51-007F · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2014
• Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of …
  PI0281D · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2014
• Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of …
  PI0281D · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2014
• Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
  130089009 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Sep 1, 2013
• Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
  PIC5588A · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 1, 2012
• Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm updated on 5/2/2012. *kb
  PIT-3749D · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 1, 2012
• General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the dr…
  SB-10-08-50-003B · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 1, 2011
• Saab/hummer/gm: diagnostic tips/recommendations when power steering pump replacement is necessary. Analysis of returned power steering (ps) pumps that had been replaced for noise, …
  SB-06-02-32-013B · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Aug 1, 2009
• Gmc: fluid leak from transmission oil cooler lines due to corrosion. All 2000-2006 light duty trucks equipped with the light duty automatic transmission. *pe
  PIT-4722 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2008
• Multiple driveability symptoms of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire due to clogged fuel injectors. *tt
  030604030 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 1, 2007
• Supplement to bulletin 05-01-37-002a, poor heat performance. *ak
  3857 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 21, 2006
• Supplement to bulletin 05-01-37-002a, poor rear heat performance . *ak
  3857 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 21, 2006
• Automatic level control inoperative due to water ingestion. *tt
  3525 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 28, 2005
• Rear floor carpet wet with dirty water. *tt
  030857001A · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2005
• Parts restriction program for vehicle stability enhancement system (stabilitrak). *tt
  020525007 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 2005
• Intermittent battery draw. *eh
  3284 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2005
• Onstar system inoperative onstar system status light is red radio locked in phone mode or dtc b1000. *eh
  040846004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2005
• Part restriction on air conditioning compressors. *tt
  3056 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 17, 2004
• Programming onstar module for canadian french voice recognition. *tt update. *tt updated *eh
  020846010E · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Nov 1, 2004
• Underhood air conditioner rattle noise heard on acceleration or a sudden loss of air conditioner system performance. *tt this bulletin replaces 03-01-38-019 dated 11-01-2003. To in…
  030138019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2004
• Automatic dual zone hvac battery draw. *ar
  020139007 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 2004
• Center console cupholder and ashtray cover won't close. *tt 2003-2005 gmc denali added. *tt
  030849017 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2004
• Service stability message and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) c0455 or c0550 set. *tt gm administrative messate. *tt
  030525005 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 1, 2004
• Revised air conditioning (a/c) system performance test. *tt
  040137004 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2004
• Enabling memory seat feature via dic if feature appears inoperative. *eh
  040850003 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Mar 1, 2004
• Service information for front heated seat inoperative/cold. *mj
  040850007 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 1, 2004
• Incorrect amp code generator. *eh
  040603001 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2004
• Automatic dual zone hvac battery draw supplement to 02-01-39-007a. *tt
  3179 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Exhaust vibration resonance or moan. (2004-2005 gmc denali) *sc
  3121 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Repeat hvac blower motor failure. *tt
  3076 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Buzz noise and virbation in the accelerator pedal at approx. 10 mph on start up. *mj
  00786 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Instrunment panel cluster (ipc) gauges inoperative at times while cranking. *mj
  00895 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Low audio output from speakers. *mj
  00573 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Steering pull, lead left on acceleration and lead right on deceleration. Also includes 2004 gmc denali. *tt
  00751A · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Front windshield wiper arm does not remain upright position as it did on prior models and as a result, customer may inadvertently brake the wiper arm trying to extend the blade. *m…
  00844 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Owners may inquire about the proper setup for a weight distributing hitch on vehicles equipped with rpo z55 auto ride suspension. *mj
  02095 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Onstar system is attempting and/or completing phone calls which the operator of the vehicle did not initiate. *tt
  00372D · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Xm error on a radio display. *tt
  01662 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Diagnostic trouble code b1000. *mr
  02038 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Vehicles equipped with xm do not have audio, am, fm work correctly. *mr
  01849 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Radio cd skips/ejects or clock resets to 12:00. *mr *tt
  01864 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Driver personalization regarding memory seats. *mr
  01862 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Drivers or passengers heated seats turn on by themselves. *mr
  01850 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Lack of steering assist or shudder during parking lot type maneuvers. *mr
  01897 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Buzz noise from headliner above driver. *mr
  01760 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Fogging of windows in the defrost mode. Also including models: 2003-2004 gmc yukon xl, denali xl, 2003-2004 sierra denali. *mr
  01766 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Co550 code setting and or abs/brake light coming on intermittently. Service vme. 2004 gmc denali included. *tt *mj *tt
  01088E · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Jan 1, 2004
• Xm radio must be tuned to channel 1 through 66 during activation attempt. 2004 chevrolet canyon, gmc denali, gmc colorado also included. *tt
  01390 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 18, 2003
• 4l60-e automatic transmission oil pump first and second design identification. *tt
  030730056 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2003
• Information on removing front door trim panel to avoid breakage. *tt
  030864029 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 1, 2003
• Fluid leak from front of vehicle add teflon tape to front axle vent plug threads. *eh
  030419003 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
• Information on removing the front door trim panel during switch removal to avoid breakage. *tt
  030864022 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 1, 2003
• Radio noise heard in one or more speakers. *tt
  030844009 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2003
• Changes in air conditioning compessor on/off instrument panel display symbol from 2003 to 2004 model year and synchronizing the driver and passenger set temperatures. *tt
  030139008 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 1, 2003
• Daytime running lamp (drl) bulb replacement. *tt
  000842010A · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 1, 2003
• Rear floor carpet wet. *tt
  030857001 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 1, 2003
• Xm dealer assistance line information. *tt
  01444 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 2003
• Exhaust / muffler heat shield rattle, popping noise under vehicle. *tt
  020605005A · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2002
• Some customers may comment that the manual lock lever comes loose from the door trim panel. *tt
  010864014A · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 1, 2002