GMC Yukon XL 2000–2006

Recall2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ —

Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicator Illumination Recall

1. 1Fault

   • Under certain starting conditions the shift lever position indicator in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate; on later start-ups the condition may or may not recur.
   • If the indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear is selected and the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, possibly injuring people outside the vehicle.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Shift Lever Position Indicator: failed

   Possible causes

   • The PRNDL indicator behavior is induced only by a very specific battery voltage waveform and depends on vehicle level characteristics, while the vehicle otherwise operates normally.
   • The "blank PRNDL" anomaly appeared at the assembly plants after interim 2005 model year instrument panel cluster revisions that began on January 31, 2005.
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3. 3Correction

   • Instrument Panel Cluster: reprogrammed

   Repair

   1. Dealers are to reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
   2. Prepare the vehicle for instrument panel cluster (IPC) reprogramming, then program the IPC using TIS data version 2.25.

   Parts

   • No parts are required for this recall.

   Caution

   • The service calibration is in Techline Information System (TIS) data version 2.25 and on TIS CD-ROM version 3.
   • A later dealer message says TIS Data 2.50 has been released, so dealers no longer need to contact the Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) for a VCI number to access the calibration.
   • Vehicles with manual transmissions are not involved in this recall and need no further action.

Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2012-05-29

Gear indicator on instrument panel no longer illuminates

1. 1Fault

   THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR INDICATOR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NO LONGER ILLUMINATED.

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3CorrectionNot repaired

   THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

   What the documents say to do

   Shift lever position indicator in the instrument cluster may not illuminate (FMVSS 102) - recall 05V-055

   Repair

   1. Dealers reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
   2. Prepare the vehicle for instrument panel cluster (IPC) reprogramming, then program the IPC using TIS data version 2.25.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-05-21

2-3 Upshift and 3-2 Downshift Clunk Normal Condition

1. 1Fault

   • Noise
   • A clunk noise can be heard on a 2-3 upshift or a 3-2 downshift.
   • The condition may be more pronounced on a 4-wheel drive vehicle because of the additional tolerances in the transfer case.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • During a 2-3 upshift the 2-4 band is released and the 3-4 clutch is applied; the timing of this shift can momentarily reverse the torque on the output shaft, which makes the clunk.
   • The same torque reversal can occur on a 3-2 downshift, when the 3-4 clutch is released and the 2-4 band applied.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • For 2005 model year fullsize utilities and pickups, refer to Corporate Bulletin Number 05-07-30-012.
   • This is a normal condition; no repairs should be attempted.

Manufacturer communication2004–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15

Service Engine Soon Light at Low Mileage Diagnostic Information

1. 1Fault

   • Warning light
   • Check engine / Service Engine Soon
   • P0420
   • P0430
   • An SES light may appear on low mileage vehicles or after a recent catalytic converter replacement.
   • DTCs P0420 and/or P0430 may be stored.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • After a converter replacement the engine run time restrictions are no longer in place because the vehicle is no longer new, so the converter may not complete a thorough break-in cycle, possibly resulting in a false DTC P0420 and/or P0430.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • On a new or low mileage vehicle, use the Tech 2 to verify engine run time on the Engine Hour Meter in the IPC data display.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. Clear the DTCs and perform the drive cycle described in the document.
   2. Drive cycle step: drive at sustained highway speed for 25 to 30 minutes, then stop.
   3. Drive cycle step: after the engine has been off for 1 minute, restart and resume highway speed for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
   4. If the diagnostics do not pass after the drive cycle, perform SI diagnostics and repair as necessary.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15

Service Engine Soon Lamp, Misfire, and Engine Noise Information

1. 1Fault

   • Leak
   • Misfire or rough idle
   • Noise
   • Warning light
   • Check engine / Service Engine Soon
   • P0300
   • P0308
   • With the SES light on, a P0300-P0308 DTC is found with misfires counting on a single cylinder that may or may not be felt.
   • A verified noise is not eliminated by canceling fuel injectors and occurs at camshaft speed (half of crankshaft speed); it may be a chirp, squeak, squeal or tick and may increase off idle.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Valve Spring: broken
   • Active Fuel Management Lifter: failed
   • Valve: defective
   • Camshaft Lobe: worn
   • Lifter Roller: worn

   Possible causes

   • When SI diagnosis does not isolate the cause, it may be a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, or a collapsed AFM (Active Fuel Management) lifter.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. During the noise, press with a wooden hammer handle on the valve side, push rod side and side of each rocker arm; if pressure on the valve side changes the noise, it is most likely a lifter and/or cam lobe concern on that cylinder.
   2. Measure cam lobe lift at the push rod side of the rocker arm and compare with other rockers on the same bank; the misfiring or ticking cylinder should have clearly less lift if a lifter roller and/or cam lobe is worn.
   3. A good indicator of a sticking valve is misfires that continue to count on an aggressive deceleration with engine braking.
   4. For a suspected sticking valve, snap the valve onto its seat and confirm it comes off easily; if force is needed to tap it off the seat, excessive carbon build up exists, which may be repaired by decarboning the engine.
   5. The Cylinder Leakage Test outlined in SI should isolate valve leakage by finding excessive leakage past an intake or exhaust valve compared with the others.

   1 more points
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   • If a worn camshaft lobe or lifter roller is found, replace the camshaft and all lifters per SI, and also replace the plastic lifter guide for the lifter that had the damage.

   Caution

   • A worn cam lobe is easy to overlook through the lifter bores, and unworn lifter rollers do not mean the related cam lobes are okay; both must be carefully inspected.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2024-02-17(6 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Warranty Admin Service Bulletin - Engine/Transmission Replacement

1. 1Fault

   • Under GM Service Policies and Procedures, dealers are to perform the most cost economical repair when deciding between assembly repair and replacement.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2024-02-02

Piston Installation Procedure

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • Refer to the Engine Mechanical Specification in SI for the correct bore and piston specification.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. When installing a piston into a cylinder, use a ring compressor sleeve or equivalent for best results.
   2. Choose a sleeve with a smooth radius that tapers down to the specific bore size.
   3. Select a size only slightly bigger than the piston diameter and not larger than the cylinder bore diameter.

   Caution

   • If a sleeve is unavailable in the needed size, a universal ring compressor will work but is more difficult to use.

Manufacturer communication2004–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2023-11-22

Vibration Analysis Worksheet Service Bulletin

1. 1Fault

   • Vibration or shudder
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. When diagnosing vibration, use the worksheet together with the Vibration Analysis - Road Testing procedure in the service information.
   2. Place the sensor where the vibration is felt: on the seat track for a seat complaint, on the steering column for a steering wheel complaint.
   3. Moving the sensor to other areas, look for the same Hz reading with the greatest amplitude.
   4. If a system balance was attempted and the vibration remains, check ring gear backlash at each tooth; readings should not vary more than 0.050 mm (0.002 in).
   5. Aluminum wheel/tire runout measured on the vehicle: maximum 0.030 in (.762 mm).

   2 more points
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3. 3Correction

   This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2023-09-26

Normal Transmission Shift and Throttle Response Delay

1. 1Fault

   • Loss of engine power, no acceleration
   • A sag or hesitation may be noticed when coasting at low speeds of less than 24 km/h (15 mph) with a closed throttle and then aggressively applying the throttle.
   • With an automatic transmission, after a hard complete stop with a closed throttle immediately followed by an aggressive throttle opening, the downshifts may not be completed by the time the throttle is opened.
   • A sag or hesitation may also be noticed while cruising at highway speeds and then aggressively increasing the throttle, forcing a down-shift.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • In this maneuver the throttle blade is opened slowly for up to 0.7 seconds, even though the accelerator is applied aggressively, to help minimize driveline lash and clunking.
   • As a result, approximately 0.5 seconds of zero torque may be commanded to allow the shift to first gear to occur.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • All of these conditions are a result of Torque Management and should be considered normal; no repairs should be attempted.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2022-12-06(2 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty Policy

1. 1Fault

   • The document gives the policies for U.S. dealers on engine and transmission assembly replacement under warranty, policy or Customer Enthusiasm.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.

Manufacturer communication2003–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2022-10-11(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)

OEM and Remanufactured Engine/Transmission ID Notification

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. The engine bar code tag could be on a rocker arm cover, on the ends of a cylinder head, or on the oil pan or oil rail area of the engine.
   2. All remanufactured engines have a label on the right or left side of the block.
   3. On the 4.8L/5.3L/6.0L/6.2L (Gen III/Gen IV) engines the remanufactured engine label is on the left side of the block.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • If a piston must be replaced, measure the cylinder before ordering; most of these engines have oversized cylinders, and oversized piston ring packs are not available for service.
   • If crankshaft bearings must be replaced, measure the crankshaft before ordering; a crankshaft that has been turned must be replaced, together with all new standard size bearings.

Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-04-02

Spontaneously shifts into 4LO at any speed

1. 1Fault

   MY 2005 GMC YUKON XL 1500 WILL SPONTANEOUSLY SHIFT ITSELF INTO 4LO. (6 more)

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2. 2Finding the cause

   I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A FUNDAMENTAL DEFECT IN GM VEHICLES USING THIS 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM.

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3. 3Correction

   I HAVE ALSO NOT COME ACROSS ANY SORT OF MANUAL FIX, I.E. TURNING OFF THE IGNITION, TAKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF GEAR, BACKING UP, ETC. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN 5 TIMES, AND HAS ONLY CEASED TO HAPPEN BECAUSE I HAVE REMOVED THE RELAY WHICH CONTROLS THE 4WD SYSTEM.

Manufacturer communication2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-05-21

Throttle Position Sensor Cover Replacement

1. 1Fault

   • Loss of engine power, no acceleration
   • Warning light
   • Check engine / Service Engine Soon
   • Reduced Engine Power
   • P2135
   • P1516
   • P2101
   • P2176
   • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with a Reduced Engine Power message displayed.
   • A scan tool may show DTC P2135: Throttle Position (TP) Sensor 1-2 Correlation set as Current or in History.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • The condition may be caused by the difference between TP Sensor 1 and TP Sensor 2 exceeding a calibrated value for more than 2 seconds.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. After installing the new cover, if the scan tool TP Sensor 1 and 2 Agree/Disagree parameter displays Disagree, replace the throttle body assembly.
   2. If DTC P1516, P2101 and/or P2176 are set, replace the throttle body.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. Clean the throttle body bore and throttle plate with a clean shop towel and GM Top Engine Cleaner, P/N 1052626 (in Canada, P/N 993026), or ACDelco Upper Engine and Fuel Injector Cleaner, P/N 88861803, or an equivalent product.
   2. Remove the old TP sensor cover from the throttle body: grasp the cover, carefully lift it up and separate it from the throttle body.
   3. Tighten the throttle body fasteners to 89 lb in (= 10.1 N·m) (the text prints the metric value as "10 Y").
   4. Reprogram the ECM using the Service Programming System (SPS) with the latest calibration available on TIS2WEB.
   5. Perform the Throttle Learn Reset Procedure.

   Part numbers printed in the document

   • 88861803Cleaner,Fuel Injector & Upper Engine Acdelco 16OzLook up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

     Replaced by: 19355198as stated by GMPartsGiant (checked 2026-10-06) ↗Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   The numbers are as the document prints them. The name and the replacing number are what the pages of GMPartsGiant, a reseller of genuine parts and not GM, state. Aftermarket equivalents are not checked here (the links only search by number). Confirm the fit for the vehicle (VIN) before ordering.

   Parts

   • Part number 19259452, Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Cover, quantity 1.

   Part numbers printed in the document

   • 19259452Sensor Kit,Throttle PositionLook up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

     No successor statedas stated by GMPartsGiant (checked 2026-10-06) ↗

   The numbers are as the document prints them. The name and the replacing number are what the pages of GMPartsGiant, a reseller of genuine parts and not GM, state. Aftermarket equivalents are not checked here (the links only search by number). Confirm the fit for the vehicle (VIN) before ordering.

   Caution

   • Do not replace the throttle body; follow the procedure in the bulletin instead.
   • If the throttle body is dropped at any time during the procedure, abort the procedure and replace it with a new throttle body assembly.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15

Warranty Administration Bulletin on Customer Concerns

1. 1Fault

   • The bulletin was revised to update the labor operations for customer concerns that could not be duplicated; it contains no diagnosis or repair.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2024-08-15

Transmission Core Damage Prevention Notice

1. 1Fault

   • GM is receiving many cracked or broken transmission cores at the remanufacturing facilities, and the damage makes them unusable for remanufacturing.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Transmission Core: broken
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3. 3Correction

   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 inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2024-06-07(4 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Water or Ethylene Glycol in Transmission Fluid

1. 1Fault

   • Vibration or shudder
   • Water or ethylene glycol in ATF changes the friction of the clutches, frequently causing shudder during engagement or gear changes, especially during torque converter clutch engagement.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. An indication of water in the ATF: ATF blowing out of the transmission vent tube.
   2. The ATF may appear cloudy or, with extreme contamination, look like a strawberry milkshake.
   3. There may be visible water in the oil pan or a milky white substance inside the pan area.
   4. Spacer plate gaskets appear swollen or wrinkled in areas where they are not compressed.
   5. If water is found in the ATF and its source is not identified, or a leaking in-radiator transmission oil cooler is suspected, a simple and quick test kit that detects ethylene glycol in ATF is available.

   1 more points
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. If water or coolant is found in the transmission, all rubber-type seals, all composition-faced clutch plates and/or bands, all nylon parts and the torque converter must be replaced.
   2. Thoroughly clean and rebuild the transmission, using new gaskets and oil filter.
   3. Flush and flow check the transmission oil cooler using J-45096.
   4. Thoroughly inspect the engine cooling system and hoses and clean/repair as necessary.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2022-09-19

Flexplate and Torque Converter Separation Warning

1. 1Fault

   • Noise
   • A noise comes from underneath a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission.
   • The technician may find that the noise comes from the bell housing area.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • Running the engine with those bolts removed may damage the pilot on the front of the torque converter, the pilot hole in the end of the crankshaft, or both.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • Use chassis ears to isolate the component or assembly that is the loudest source of the noise.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • Do not separate the torque converter from the flex plate.
   • Do not remove the flex plate to torque converter bolts, push the converter back and start the engine to tell whether the noise is from the engine or the transmission.

Manufacturer communication2003–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2021-04-20

Engine and Transmission Identification

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

Manufacturer communication2001–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-05-21

Revision to 01-00-89-010I Adding 2013 Model Year

1. 1Fault

   • The bulletin is a reference and strategy document for reducing customer comebacks and buyback situations.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This informational bulletin provides a revision for 01-00-89-010I to add the 2013 model year.

Manufacturer communication2003–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-06-04(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Flow Test Essential Tool J-45096

1. 1Fault

   • In flow mode, an electronic flow meter measures the flow capability of the ATF oil cooling system.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. On the 4L60-E, the cooler feed (exiting the transmission) is the bottom connector and the return (entering the transmission) is the top connector; J-35944-200 may be required.
   2. On the 4L80-E, the cooler feed is the front connector and the return is the rear connector; J-35944-200 may be required.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   • For the flow test and flush procedure, refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Flushing and Flow Test J-45096 in SI.

   Caution

   • Insufficient oil flow through the ATF oil cooling system will cause premature transmission failure; the required minimum flow rate depends directly on the supply oil temperature.
   • The oil in the supply vessel must be 18°C (65°F) or warmer for the J-45096 to operate.
   • Labor operations that remove the transmission for an internal repair or torque converter replacement include time to flow check and flush the transmission oil cooler system.
   • A flow test and flush uses between 4.7-7.5 L (5-8 qts) of DEXRON VI transmission fluid.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-06-04(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Informational Bulletin Revision 09-07-30-018C

1. 1Fault

   • A revised process is being implemented for automatic transmission internal repair claim documentation and warranty claim submission.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This informational bulletin provides a revision for 09-07-30-018C to add the 2014 model year and update the Labor Operation.