List of J-Body TSB's
1. 99-03-08-004: 1996-99 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997-99, Chevrolet Malibu, 1997-99 Oldsmobile, Cutlass, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 1996-99 Pontiac Sunfire, 1999 Pontiac Grand Am; Front And/Or Rear Stabilizer Shaft Squawk/Squeak Noise (Replace Front And/Or Rear Bushings). SUSPENSION 10-99
2. 99-01-38-003: 1997-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997-2000 Pontiac Sunfire With 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 – RPO-LN2);Engine/Transmission Whine At 2800-3200 RPM (Replace Heater Inlet Hose). HVAC 11-99
3. 99-06-02-015: 1998-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1998-2000 Pontiac Sunfire With 2.2L, L-4Engine (VIN 4 – RPO LN2); Upper Radiator Hose Replacement. ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 11-99
4. 99-08-64-026: 1995-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Convertible,1995-2000 Pontiac Sunfire Convertible; Door Rattles When Closing (Adjust Bracket/Install Tape). BODY AND ACCESSORIES 12-99
5. 99-07-30-031: 1999-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier,Malibu,1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass,1999-2000Oldsmobile Alero,1999-2000 Pontiac Grand-AM, Sunfire With Hydra-Matic 4T40-E,4T45-ETransaxle (RPOs MN4,MN5)And 2.2L,2.4L, 3.0L,3.1L Or 3.4L Engine (VINs 4,F,T,R,M,E,-RPOs LN2,L61,LD9,L81,L82,LA1);99-07-30-031;No Third And Fourth Gear (Replace Direct Clutch Piston Assembly). TRANSMISSION/ TRANSAXLE 2-00
6. 99-07-29-007: Manual Transaxle Exchange Program; 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 2000 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire, with F23 Manual Transaxle. TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 3-00
7. 00-06-01-002: Revised Timing Chain, Sprockets, Tensioner Installation Procedure; 1998-1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 1998-2000Chevrolet Cavalier, 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2000 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire, with 2.4L Engine (VIN T – RPO LD9) ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 4-00
8. 00-06-04-009: Rough Engine Idle, Misfire, Possible DTC P0300 (Replace Spark Plug Boot Assembly); 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 1999-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier,1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 1999-2000Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire, with 2.4LEngine (VIN T – RPO LD9). GENERAL INFORMATION 4-00
9.00-00-89-008: Replaces 16-01-01B; Recreational (Dinghy) Towing; 1995-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997-2000 Chevrolet Malibu, 1995-98 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1997- 99 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 1995-2000 Pontiac Grand-Am, 1995-2000 Pontiac Sunfire, With Hydra-Matic® 4T40-E or 4T45-E Automatic Transaxle (RPOs MN4, MN5) or 5-Speed Manual Transaxle (RPOs MK7, MJ1), 1999-00-05-24-001. GENERAL INFORMATION 6-00
10. 00-05-24-001: Snow Intrusion Into Rear Drum Brake Assemblies (Replace Rear Brake Assembly Backing Plates); 1985-87 Buick Somerset, 1985-89 Buick Skyhawk, 1985-98 Buick Skylark, 1985-88 Cadillac Cimarron, 1985-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1985-88 Oldsmobile Firenza, 1985-91 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, 1992-98Oldsmobile Achieva, 1985-94 Pontiac Sunbird, 1985-98 Pontiac Grand Am, 1995-2000 Pontiac Sunfire. BRAKES 6-00
11.00-06-04-015: New Design Quick-Connect Fuel Line Fittings; 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 2000 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6-00
12. 00-08-49-003: Rattle/Squeak in Right Side of Instrument Panel or Right Front Door Trim Panel Scratched or Right Side End of Instrument Panel Contacting Door Trim Panel (Remove Instrument Panel Assembly and Align Tie Bar); 1995-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire. BODY AND ACCESSORIES 7-00
13. 00-07-30-013: Forward Clutch Piston Change on 4T40-E/4T45-E Automatic Transaxles; Adapter);1999-Cavalier,Malibu,1998-99 Oldsmobile Cutlass,1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2000 Pontiac Sunfire,1999-2000 Pontiac Grand Am, With 4T40-E or 4T45-E (RPOs MN4,MN5)Automatic Transaxle .TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 8-00
14. 00-07-30-014: Vehicle Slips in Reverse, No Reverse, Slips in D1,or NoD1 Range (Replace Reverse Oil Pipe Seal);2000 Chevrolet Cavalier,2000Pontiac Sunfire, With 2.2L Engine (VIN 4– RPO LN2))and Hydra Matic ® 3T40 Transaxle/Transmission (RPO MD9) (Transmission built between Julian dates (9270-9292). TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 9-00
15.00-06-01-018: Growl/Moan Noise During Sharp Left Turn (Modify Engine Mount Stamping):2000 Chevrolet Cavalier,2000 Pontiac Sunfire, With 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 – RPO LN2). ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10-00
16. 99-01-39-006A: Replaces 99-01-39-006; 00-06-04-037;Service Engine Soon (SES) Light On With DTCs P0716 and/or P0717 Set (Repair Input Speed Sensor Wiring at Transaxle Wiring Pass-thru Connector);2000-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier and Malibu,2000-2001 Oldsmobile Alero,2000-2001 Pontiac Grand Am and Sunfire,2000 Toyota Cavalier. ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10-00
17. 00-06-04-038: Unwanted Switch to Gasoline, Fuel Indicator Lamp (FIL)Inoperative, Cooling Fan Inoperative, Engine Running Hot and/or Overheating (Replace Cooling Fan/CNG Fuse); 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier With 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 – RPO LN2))and Bi-Fuel (CNG)(RPO KL6). ENGINE/PROPULSION SYSTEM 10-00
18. 00-07-30-016: Removal of the PWM Filter From the Spacer Plate – 4T40E//4T45E Automatic Transmission;1998-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and Malibu,1998-1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass,1999-2000 Oldsmobile Alero,1998-2000 Pontiac Sunfire,1999-2000 Pontiac Grand Am, With 4T40E or 4T45E Automatic Transmission (RPOs MN4, MN5). TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 10-00
19. 00-06-04-044: Engine Hesitates, Stalls and/or Will Not Start (Replace Modular Fuel Sender Strainer);2000 Chevrolet Cavalier,Malibu;2000 Oldsmobile Alero; 2000 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. ENGINE/ PROPULSION SYSTEM: 12-00
20. 00-07-30-019: SES Light Illuminated, DTC P1870 (Replace TCC Solenoid Valve); 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 1-01
21. 00-06-04-053: Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) Hissing Noise (Replace the IACV); 1999 - 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Chevrolet and GMC S/T Models (S10, Sonoma) with 2.2 L Engine (VINs 4,5 -- RPOs LN2, L43). ENGINE/PROPULSION 2-01
22. 00-06-02-009: Water Pump Weep (Normal Condition); 1996 - 1998 Buick Skylark, 1996 - 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1997 - 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 1996 -1998Oldsmobile Achieva, 1999 -2001 Oldsmoble Alero, 1996 - 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with 2.4 L Engine (VIN T -- RPO LD9). ENGINE/PROPULSION 2-01
23. 01-02-32-001: Clunk Noise From Front Of Vehicle During Turning Maneuver /Steering Wheel Rotation (Install New Shaft); 1997-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire. STEERING 3-01
24. 01-06-01-004: Hoot/Whistling Noise At Startup During Cold Ambient Temperature (Replace Idler Pulley Assembly); 1998-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 -- RPO LN2). ENGINE/PROPULSION 3-01
25. 01-06-04-003: MIL Light On, DTC P0141 Set (Replace Oxygen Sensor, HO2S 2); 1996 Buick Skylark, Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Achieva, Pontiac Grand Am and Sunfire, with 2.4L Engine. (VIN T - RPO LD9). ENGINE/PROPULSION 4-01
26. 01-06-04-008: Inaccurate or Erratic Fuel Gauge Reading (Install New Fuel Tank Sender Sensor); 2000-01 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire, Toyota Cavalier. ENGINE/PROPULSION 4-01
27. 01-07-30-003: 1995-2000 Summary of 3T40 Transaxle Technical Information (as of 11/01/00); 1995-2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire with 3T40 Automatic Transmission (RPO MD9). TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE 4-01
28.01-06-04-007A: Replaces bulletin 01-06-04-007);MIL Indicator Illuminated, DTC Code P0442 Stored (Replace Fuel Sender to Tank O-ring);2000-01 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. ENGINE 6-01
29.01-06-04-027: Revised Fuel Gauge Inaccurate or Inoperative Diagnostic Procedure;1999 Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire. ENGINE/PROPULSION 6-01
30. 01-07-30-024; Clearing Shift Adapts; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with 2.2L Engine (VINs F, 4 -- RPOs L61, LN2) and 4T40-E Automatic Transmission (RPOMN4).TRANSMISSION/ TRANSAXLE 9-01
31. 01-07-30-026: TCC Surge/ Chuggle /Slip at 72-96 km/h (45-60 mph) with Automatic Transmission 4T40E (Reprogram PCM); 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2L engine (VIN – RPO LN2) and automatic transaxle (RPO MN4). TRANSMISSION/ TRANSAXLE 10-01
32. 01-03-10-005: Wheel Squeak (Install Wheel Cover Insulators); 2000-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. SUSPENSION 11-01
33. 01-08-44-011: CD Cannot Be Inserted Into CD Player or Ejected (Reset Radio); 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Impala, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Venture, Oldsmobile Alero, Intrigue, Silhouette, Pontiac Montana. BODY AND ACCESSORIES 12-01
34. 01-06-01-024: Engine Exchange Program for 2.2L ECOTEC Engine (VIN F --RPOL61);2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. ENGINE/PROPULSION 1-02
35. 01-00-90-002: Achieving Correct Oil Level and Crankcase Capacity Revision; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with 2.2L Ecotec Engine (VIN F, RPO L61). GENERAL INFORMATION 2-02
36. 01-02-35-010: Revised Lock Cylinder Replacement; 1995-01 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. STEERING 2-02
37. 01-07-30-039: 4T40E or 4T45E Transmission Transaxle Changes for 2002 Model Year; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. TRANSMISSION 2-02
38. 01-08-65-001: Fuel Filler Door Recessed Into Quarter Panel (Replace Fuel Filler Pocket); 1999-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. BODY AND ACCESSORIES 2-02
39. 01-06-01-030: Higher Than Expected Engine Oil Consumption (Replace Rocker Arm Cover); 1998-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Chevrolet and GMC S Truck with 2.2L Engine (VINs 4, 5 – RPOs LN2, L43). ENGINE/PROPULSION 2-02
40. 01-06-04-008A: Replaces 01-06-04-008; Inaccurate or Erratic Fuel Gauge Reading (Install New Fuel Tank Sender Sensor); 2000-01 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand-Am, Sunfire with Plastic Fuel Tank. ENGINE/PROPULSION 3-02
41.02-06-01-001: Drone Noise from Engine Area (Replace Accessory Drive Belt); 1999-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 --RPO LN2). ENGINE/PROPULSION 3-02
42.01-08-45-006: Availability of New Micro 64 Electrical Terminals for Wiring Repairs; 2002 Cadillac Seville, Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. BODY AND ACCESSORIES 3-02
43. 01-08-58-005: “Wet Road Sizzle” Noise from Rear of Vehicle (Install Wheelhouse Liners); 2000-02 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire (Coupes Only). BODY AND ACCESSORIES: 3-02
44. 02-07-29-001: Grinding/Rattle Type Noise Coming from Transmission(Diagnose and Perform Repair); 2000-02 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, 2001-02 Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am with Manual Transmission (RPO M86 or M94). TRANSMISSION 4-02
45. 01-08-45-006A; Replaces 01-08-45-006;Availability of New Micro 64 Electrical Terminals for Wiring Repairs; 2002 Cadillac Seville, Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. ENGINE/PROPULSION 4-02
46. 01-06-04-008B: Replaces 01-06-04-008A; Inaccurate or Erratic Fuel Gauge Reading (Install New Fuel Tank Sender Sensor); 2000-01 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with plastic fuel tanks. ENGINE/PROPULSION 5-02
47. 01-06-04-008C: Replaces 01-06-04-008B; Inaccurate or Erratic Fuel Gauge Reading (Install New Fuel Tank Sender Sensor); 2000-02 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with plastic fuel tanks. ENGINE/PROPULSION 5-02
48. 02-06-01-001A: Replaces 02-06-01-001; Drone Noise From Engine Area (Replace Accessory Drive Belt); 1999-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2L engine (VIN 4 - RPO LN2). ENGINE/PROPULSION 5-02
49. 02-06-04-009: Hesitation or Stumble on Throttle Application After Cold Start (Reprogram PCM); 1999 Chevrolet Malibu, 1999-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with 2.4L Engine (VIN T - RPO LD9). ENGINE/PROPULSION 5-02
50. 01-06-01-030A: Replaces 01-06-01-030; Higher than Expected Engine Oil Consumption (Replace Rocker Arm Cover); 1998-2001 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Chevrolet and GMC S Truck Model swith 4 Cylinder 2.2L Engine (VINs 4, 5 –RPOs LN2, L43). ENGINE/PROPULSION 7-02
51. 02-07-31-003: Clutch Pedal Buzz or Vibration (Replace Clutch Actuator Pipe); 2000-03 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire with Manual Transmission (RPOs M86 or M94). TRANSMISSION 7-02
52. 02-03-08-006: Revised Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications; 1997-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. SUSPENSION: 8-02
53. 02-01-39-004: New PAG Oil Released; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire, with 2.2L Engine (VIN F -- RPO L61), all 2002 Passenger Cars, Trucks and Hummer H2. HVAC 10-02
54. 02-06-04-045: Revised DTC P0327; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. Engine/Propulsion 10-02
55. 02-06-04-044: Service Engine Soon (SES) Light Illuminated, DTC P0440 Set (Replace Fuel Tank Evaporative Emissions Control System EVAP Vent Solenoid Harness); 2000-02 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. Engine/Propulsion 10-02
56. 02-06-04-045: Revised DTC P0327; 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. Engine/Propulsion 10-02
57. 02-08-44-012: Enable or Disable Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Radio Personalization Feature; 2000-02 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. Body and Accessories 10-02
58. 02-06-04-046; Service Engine Soon Light On Intermittently and DTC P1441 Stored (Reprogram the PCM); 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Grand Am with 2.2L Engine (VIN 4 -- RPO LN2). Engine/Propulsion System 11-02
59. 01-03-10-005A; replaces 01-03-10-005; Wheel Squeak (Install Wheel Cover Insulators); 2000-03 Chevrolet with 14 and 15 Inch Wheel Covers, 2000-02 Pontiac Sunfire with 14 Inch Wheel Covers. Suspension 12-02
60. 02-02-32-012: Rattle/Knock Noise When Turning While Driving Over Rough Roads (No Fix at This Time, Fix Under Development); 1999-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire. Steering 1-03
61. 02-03-08-008: Rattle/Creak/Popping Type Noise from Front of Vehicle When Turning (Replace Both Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Brackets); 2002-03 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire with FE1 or FE2 Suspension . Suspension 2-03
63. 02-07-30-050: Engineering Changes to Valve Body, Pressure Regulator Valve, 2-3 Accumulator Valve and Bore; applicable 1995-2003 Chevrolet Cavalier, Malibu, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Alero, Pontiac Sunfire, Grand Am with 4T40E or 4T45E Transaxle (RPOs MN4 or MN5). Transmission/Transaxle 2-03
64. 02-08-43-005: New Windshield Wipe Motor Assembly; 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire Body and Accessories 3-03
65. 03-08-49-002; I/P Cluster Lens May Haze or Crack (Replace I/P Cluster Lens Only); 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. Body and Accessories 4-03
66. 03-08-59-001: Rattle Noise from Front Center of Dash Area (Reroute/Insulate Accelerator Cable); 2002-03 Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire with 2.2L Engine (VIN F -- RPO L61). Body and Accessories 5-03
67. 01-06-04-008D: 2000-2003 Cavalier, Sunfire, Grand Am, Alero, Malibu – Inaccurate Fuel Gauge. Replace sensor card for fuel gauge accuracy issue. Replace the fuel sender / pump assembly. Body and Accessories 6-03
68. 03-06-01-018: 2002-2004 L61 EcoTech 4 Cylinder Engine. Replace Cylinder Bore Liner. Engine/Propulsion System 7-03
69. Recall 03042: 2004 L61 EcoTec 4 Cylinder – 2.2L Engine Misfire, DTC P0300. Replace spark plug sets. Don’t replace PCM or ignition cassettes. Engine/Propulsion System 10-03
70. 03-08-64-011A: 2000-2004 Cavalier/Sunfire – O/S Rearview Mirror Vibration Align insulator patch and tighten nuts to specification. Don’t replace the entire mirror assembly. Body and Accessories 11-03
71. 03-07-31-005: 2000-2004 Cavalier/Sunfire -- Grinding noise when clutch pedal fully depressed (very low mileage). Replace clutch hydraulic line. Don’t replace clutch/bearing. Transmission 3-04
72. 02-07-30-039C: 2001-2003 All cars with 4T40/45E, 4T65E and 4T80E – Code P0742 Replace TCC PWM Solenoid. Don’t replace transmission, Torque converter, or valve body assembly. Transmission 4-04
73: 03-08-67-009A: 2000-2004: Cavalier/Sunfire/Alero/Grand Am – Inoperative Sunroof Module. Retime module or replace only motor. Don’t replace entire sunroof module assembly. Body and Accessories 9-04
74: 03-01-38-005B: 2003-2004 Cavalier, Sunfire – HVAC Control Head, Difficult to Adjust Mode Dial. Replace foam which, delaminated from the model door, can cause bind condition. Don’t replace HVAC control head, module or cables, unless they are damaged. Interior 2-05
75: 03-01-38-012A: 2003-2004 Cavalier, Sunfire – Noisy A/C Compress. Inspect for ground-out conditions that can cause A/C compressor noise complaints. Don’t replace A/C compressor for excessive noise without inspecting for ground-outs. Body and Accessories 5-05
76. 05-06-04-026A: 2002-2005 Cavalier, Sunfire, Grand Am, Classic – Vehicle Hesitates, No Start, Lack of Power, Low Fuel Pressure. Before replacing fuel pump module, replace fuel pump strainer using kit, P/N 88967293. Don’t replace fuel pump module. Engine/Propulsion System 8-05
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