Recall - PCM Update For Air Injection Function: Overview
# 08206A: Product Emission - Secondary Air Injection (SAI) System Disabled-Reprogram Powertrain Control Module - (Jan 30, 2009)Subject:
08206A -- Secondary Air Injection (SAI) System Disabled - Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
Models:
2004 Cadillac SLS, STS
2004-2005 Cadillac DeVille, DHS, DTS
2004-2005 Pontiac Bonneville
Equipped with 4.6L V8 (RPO LD8, L37 - VIN Y, 9) Engine built after March 2004
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING REVISED TO ADD 2004 MODEL YEAR CADILLAC AND PONTIAC VEHICLES. PLEASE DISCARD ALL COPIES OF BULLETIN 08206, ISSUED NOVEMBER, 2008.
Condition
General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall involving certain 2004 model year Cadillac SLS, STS; 2004-05 model year Cadillac DeVille, DHS, DTS; and Pontiac Bonneville vehicles, equipped with a 4.6L V8 (RPO LD8, L37 - VIN Y, 9) engine. The secondary air injection (SAI) system may have been disabled as the result of a previous service procedure that included Powertrain Control Module (PCM) reprogramming or replacement.
Correction
Dealers are to reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and verify SAI system operation.
Vehicles Involved
Important:
Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using GMVIS.
Not all vehicles within the above breakpoints may be involved. For dealers with involved vehicles, a listing of the involved vehicles containing the complete vehicle identification number, customer name, and address information has been prepared and will be provided through the applicable system listed below. Dealers will not have a report available if they have no involved vehicles currently assigned.
- US and Canadian dealers/retailers - GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports
- Export dealers - sent directly to dealers
The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than follow-up necessary to complete this recall is a violation of law in several states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the follow-up necessary to complete this recall.
Calibration Information
Do not attempt to order the calibration number from GMSPO. The calibration numbers required for this service procedure are programmed into control modules via a Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) or Tech 2(R) scan tool and TIS2WEB with the calibration update. Use TIS2WEB data version on or after 05/26/08 to obtain the calibration. If you cannot access the calibration, call the Techline Customer Support Center and it will be provided.
Service Procedure
Important:
Verify that the 12-volt battery has a battery charge of 12 to 16 volts. The battery must be able to maintain a charge during programming. Only use approved Midtronics 165-PCS charger to maintain proper battery voltage during programming. The J2534 MDI will reprogram the modules in less time than the Tech 2(R) scan tool.
1. Reprogram the PCM controller with the updated calibration files using the TIS2WEB Service Programming System (SPS) application.
1.1. Refer to SI and Service Programming System (SPS) documentation for further programming instructions, if required.
1.2. Select J2534 MDI or Tech 2(R) and Reprogram ECU from the Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process screen.
1.3. Select PCM Powertrain Control Module from the Supported Controllers screen.
1.4. Follow the on-screen instructions for programming the PCM.
1.5. Using the MDI or Tech 2(R), clear all DTCs if required.
2. Verify SAI pump and valve operation.
2.1. Start and idle the engine.
2.2. Allow the engine to reach Closed Loop.
2.3. Command the SAI System ON with a scan tool. The SAI Pump should turn ON and the Shut-Off valve should open.
2.4. Observe the HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Voltage parameter while the SAI System is commanded ON. The HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Voltage parameter should decrease below 100mV.
2.5. If the HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 1 Voltage parameter does not decrease below 100mV, refer to DTC P0410 to diagnose and repair the SAI system. Refer to SI, for DTC P0410 Secondary Air Injection (SAI) System.
3. CALIFORNIA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, & VERMONT VEHICLES ONLY: Install a Recall Identification Label. Also, for California vehicles complete a "Proof of Correction" certificate upon recall completion.
Recall Identification Label -- California/Massachusetts/Maine/Vermont Vehicles Only
Place a Recall Identification Label on each vehicle corrected in accordance with the instructions outlined in this Product Recall Bulletin. Each label provides a space to include the recall number and the five-digit dealer code of the dealer performing the recall service. This information may be inserted with a typewriter or a ballpoint pen.
Put the Recall Identification Label on a clean and dry surface of the radiator core support in an area that will be visible to people servicing the vehicle.
When installing the Recall Identification Label, be sure to pull the tab to allow adhesion of the clear protective covering. Additional Recall Identification Labels for US dealers can be obtained from Dealer Support Materials by ordering on the web from DWD Store, www.gmdealerworld.com, and then click on the DWD Store link. Request Item Number S-1015 when ordering.
Courtesy Transportation - For US and Canada
The General Motors Courtesy Transportation program is intended to minimize customer inconvenience when a vehicle requires a repair that is covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranties. The availability of courtesy transportation to customers whose vehicles are within the warranty coverage period and involved in a product program is very important in maintaining customer satisfaction. Dealers are to ensure that these customers understand that shuttle service or some other form of courtesy transportation is available and will be provided at no charge. GM dealers should refer to the General Motors Service Policies and Procedures Manual for Courtesy Transportation guidelines. Saturn Canada retailers should refer to applicable Home Office letter on this subject.
Claim Information
Customer Notification - For US and Canada
General Motors will notify customers of this recall on their vehicle (see copy of customer letter shown this bulletin).
In order to ensure full protection under the emission warranty, and the right to participate in future recalls, the customer notification letter recommends that customers have their vehicles serviced as soon as possible. It also advises that failure to do so could legally be determined to be lack of proper maintenance. The vehicle may fail a state or local emission inspection test if the recall work is not completed.
Customer Notification - For Export
Letters will be sent to known owners of record located within areas covered by the US National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. For owners outside these areas, dealers should notify customers using the sample letter.
In order to ensure full protection under the emission warranty, and the right to participate in future recalls, the customer notification letter recommends that customers have their vehicles serviced as soon as possible. It also advises that failure to do so could legally be determined to be lack of proper maintenance. The vehicle may fail a state or local emission inspection test if the recall work is not completed.
Dealer Recall Responsibility - All
All unsold new vehicles in dealers' possession and subject to this recall must be held and inspected/repaired per the service procedure of this recall bulletin before customers take possession of these vehicles.
Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this recall at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time forward.
Customers who have recently purchased vehicles sold from your vehicle inventory, and for which there is no customer information indicated on the dealer listing, are to be contacted by the dealer.
Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the instructions contained in this bulletin. A copy of the customer letter is shown in this bulletin for your use in contacting customers. Recall follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose, since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter. In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this recall enters your vehicle inventory, or is in your dealership for service in the future, you must take the steps necessary to be sure the recall correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.
***THE FOLLOWING 2 PARAGRAPHS ARE NOT FOR CANADA OR EXPORT***
When a California emissions recall is completed by a GM dealer, the dealer must provide the vehicle owner a "Proof of Correction Certificate" which the owner may need to present to the California Department Of Motor Vehicles (DMV) when renewing their vehicle registration. Without this correction certificate, the owner may be unable to renew their vehicle registration.
Additional Certificates can be obtained, at no charge, from Dealer Support Materials by ordering on the web from the DWD Store. Request GM Item Number 1825 when ordering.
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